

National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal
- Public/Government Institute
- Estd. 1960
NIT Surathkal Cutoff 2026
The JEE Main Last round Closing cutoff is out. NITK BTech admission procedure requires student participation in JoSAA counselling after qualifying for JEE (Main) in order to get a seat allocation. After the first phase of allocating seats the remaining seats are offered via CSAB Special rounds. Students have to register on the CSAB portal to take part in the special counselling round.
- NITK Cutoff 2026: The JEE Mains 2026 Last round cutoff closing ranks have been released for NITK BTech admissions. During the last round of admission, the closing ranks ranged from 2265 to 32570 for the General AI category candidates. Under NIT Surathkal BTech course, the lowest cutoff rank released for BTech in CSE, making it the most competitive for admission, while the least competitive course with the cutoff rank of 32570 is BTech in Mining Engineering. The Last round closing ranks were declared after the tenth round.
Check the table below to know NIT Surathkal cutoff for other courses:
MBA/PGDM CAT Cut Off 2025: Year-Wise percentile
| Section | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Overall | 70 |
| Quants | 70 |
| VA-RC | 70 |
| DI-LR | 70 |
GATE Last Round score (General-All India)
| Course | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Tech. in Computational and Data Science | 617 | 645 | 640 |
| M.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering | 675 | 721 | 712 |
| M.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Information Security) | 624 | 688 | 678 |
| M.Tech. in Information Technology | 602 | 656 | 651 |
| M.Tech. in VLSI Design | 578 | 665 | 694 |
Commonly asked questions On Cutoffs
NIT Surathkal ECE cutoff 2026 was 3645 for the General AI category candidates in the first round. The NIT Surathkal BTech cutoff 2026 was released for the first round for different AI and HS quota categories.
See below for the round 1 cutoff for different AI and HS quota categories.
| All India Category | NIT Surathkal BTech cutoff 2026 |
|---|---|
| General | 3645 |
| OBC | 1423 |
| SC | 768 |
| ST | 276 |
| EWS | 589 |
| Home State Category | NIT Surathkal BTech cutoff 2026 |
| General | 5148 |
| OBC | 3359 |
| SC | 1045 |
| ST | 331 |
| EWS | 1856 |
Please note that other rounds will have different cutoffs accordingly.
According to the NIT Surathkal cutoff 2026, the round 1 cutoff ranged from 1605 to 24609 for the General AI category. Students who want admission in the first round have to attain a rank of at least 24609 if they belong to the General AI quota.
For the General HS quota, the same round cutoff varied from 3184 to 30911. Please keep in mind that other categories, quotas, and rounds will have different cutoffs.
NIT Surathkal JEE Main cutoff 2026 was released for the first round for categories belonging to the All India and Home State quota. The cutoff was declared in the form of opening and closing ranks for various BTech course specialisations.
NIT Surathkal JEE Main Round 6 cutoff for Civil Engineering is 23632 which is very close to this range. This was for general category under All India quota. Unless the candidate belongs to some other category or domicile, one can not afford to score less than this. With this rank, there is a probability of getting admission however since, the cut offs keep changing from round to round, better ranks definitely increases your chances of getting admission in NIT Surathkal.
Going as per the past three year trends candidates can expect the closing ranks for NIT Surathkal JEE Main cutoff 2024 Round 1 Seat Allotment for top specialisations between the following range:
- B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering must range between 3404 and 4554
- B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering must range between 618 and 1594
- B.Tech. in Information Technology must range between 1650 and 2652
- B.Tech. in Computational and Data Science must range between 2966 and 3329
NIT Surathkal Courses & Fees 2026
NIT Surathkal offers UG, PG, PhD courses and Certificate courses across academic fields like Engineering, IT and Management.
- Courses offered: NITK offers its flagship BTech programme at the UG level. At the PG level programmes like MTech, MSc, MTech (Research), and MBA are offered. NIT Surathkal has recently launched an Online MTech in Signal Processing and AI course, it is an Online course for a duration of 2 years and 4 semesters.
- Popular programme: BTech at NIT Surathkal is a popular programme. The institute offers BTech course in Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, IT, Chemical Engineering, and others.
NIT Surathkal Fees 2026
NIT Surathkal fees ranges between INR 30,000 to INR 5 lakh. The NIT Surathkal BTech Fee is INR 5 lakh for the total tuition fee. NITK MBA fees (General) is INR 4 lakh. The fee structure at the instiute comprises of various fee components such as tuition fee, development fee, admission fee, security deposit, hostel fee (optional), and other fee. The Other fee components are divided in two parts namely Part A which is to paid once at the time of admission and Part B which is to be paid every odd semester.
The tuition and total Fee of the some of the top courses are NITK are presented below:
| Course | Total Tuition Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|
| BTech | INR 5 lakh | INR 6.66 lakh - 12.87 lakh |
|
MTech |
INR 1.4 lakh | INR 2.02 L - 5.08 lakh |
| MSc | INR 30k - 4 lakh | INR 1.25 L - 7.3 lakh |
| MBA | INR 4 lakh | INR 17.85 lakh |
| MCA | INR 2.1 lakh | INR 4.76 lakh |
NIT Surathkal BTech Other Fee
The NITK BTech programme has a Other fee Part A, Part B, and Hostel charges (if opted). The Part A fee is one time fee to be paid at the time of admission., while the Part B of the fee is majorly paid in the odd semesters. The Other category fee structure is presented below:
| Fee Category | NITK BTech Other Fee |
|---|---|
| Hostel Fee (Water and electricity bill included, shared accomodation) | INR 70.16 k |
| Other Fee (Part A) | INR 18.07 k |
| Other Fee (Part B) | INR 81 k |
Download: NIT Surathkal Fee Structure 2026-27
Commonly asked questions On Popular Programs
No, BTech at the NIT Surathkal is not that costly. The fees for the BTech course is around INR 5 Lacs and the college gives many specialisations also under its BTech programme.
NIT Karnataka offers a two-year MBA course. The mode of education is full-time. Admission to the PG Management course is entrance-based. The total seat intake for the course is 80. Before filling out the admission form, candidates must ensure that they fulfil the eligibility criteria which is Graduation with 50% aggregate.
Yes, it is easy to apply for various courses at the National Institute of Technology Surathkal. Students just have to go to the institute's official website to apply. The admission is through many entrance tests for specific courses.
As per the placement data and student reviews from various sources, the most popular NIT Surathkal BTech courses are Computer Science and IT. For admissions to these programmes you need to meet the eligibility and clear accepted entrance.
NIT Surathkal Placements 2026
NIT Surathkal placements 2026 are ongoing. The percentage of students placed during the 2026 placement drive stands at 87% for BTech, 57% for MTech, 44% for MBA, and 28% for MSc. A total of 232 students are placed till now.
As per the placement stats of NIT Surathkal placements for 2025, the overall placement rate was 77.34%. The total number of students placed were 1,246. TATA, Microsoft, Adobe, Amazon etc are some of the top recruiters.
Check the table below to know more on NIT Surathkal Placements 2026:
|
Particulars |
NITK Placements Statistics 2026 |
|---|---|
|
Highest Package |
INR 76 LPA |
|
Average Package |
INR 19.55 LPA |
|
Median Package |
INR 15 LPA |
| Course | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| B.E. / B.Tech | ₹14 LPA |
| M.E./M.Tech | ₹10 LPA |
| MBA/PGDM | ₹7 LPA |
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Based on 208 Student ResponsesInternships and industry projects
Students can work with faculty on research projects
Employment opportunities
Many students started their own start-ups
Higher studies preferences
Both inside India & outside India
Placement support
Organized & proactive placement process
Alumni network
Strong alumni network that help with placement opportunities
Entrepreneurship cell
Very Active and resourceful, college is also involved
Overall feeling of students
Love being in college
Commonly asked questions On Placements
NIT Surathkal has signed MOUs with organizations in India and abroad also. Below are some of the major collaborations of NITK Surathkal:
- NITK Foundation, USA
- Marelli India Pvt. Ltd.
- Kanchanaburi Campus, Mahidol University, Thailand
- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Northeastern University Boston, USA
NIT Surathkal is good in terms of placements. See the table below to know the placements record for the last three years:
Particulars | Statistics (2024) | Statistics (2025) | Statistics (2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
Highest Salary | INR 55 LPA | INR 63.3 LPA | INR 76 LPA |
Average Salary | INR 14.81 LPA | INR 15.08 LPA | INR 19.55 LPA |
Median Salary | INR 12 LPA | INR 12 LPA | INR 15 LPA |
Eligible Students | 1833 | 1611 | 859 |
Students Placed | 1323 | 1246 | 718 |
Placement Percentage | 72.17% | 77.34% | 83.59% |
Lowest Salary | N/A | N/A | INR 4 LPA |
The course wise average package for 2026 is yet to be disclosed. Meanwhile, students can have a look at the course-wise average package recorded during NIT Surathkal placements 2025 which is mentioned below:
Course | Placement Statistics 2025 |
|---|---|
BTech | INR 17.48 LPA |
MTech | INR 13 LPA |
MBA | INR 7.67 LPA |
MCA | INR 12.05 LPA |
MSc | INR 6.27 LPA (Chemistry) INR 6.65 LPA (Physics) |
NIT Surathkal Admission & Application Process 2026
The mode of NIT Karnataka Surathkal course admissions is online. The National Institute of Technology Karnataka admissions are merit as well as entrance-based.
- Exams accepted: The entrance exams accepted include JEE Main, GATE, and IIT JAM. After the candidates are shortlisted on the basis of exam results, a cutoff list is published by the counselling bodies like JoSAA/ CCMT.
- BTech Admission: Candidates aiming for admission to NITK BTech programme should pass Class 12 from Science stream subjects with a minimum of 75% marks (65% for the reserved category). Students need to clear JEE (Main) with valid scores followed by JoSAA or CSAB counselling.
- MBA Admissions: NITK releases direct merit lists after declaring the final results of all rounds. The institute accepts the scores of CAT and several other management exams for admission to its MBA programme. NIT Surathkal course admission begin with the online application.
NIT Surathkal Application Process 2026
NIT Surathkal course admission is based on the official page of the national-level entrance exam. The application is filled through the online mode. Below mentioned are the course wise accepted entrance exam:
- BTech aspiring students can apply for the programme on the official website of JEE Main and then register for JoSAA counselling. The JEE Main form can be completed and submitted online.
- For the MTech programme, students need to first complete the GATE application process and then register for CCMN counselling.
- For MSc admission, students can apply for IIT JAM through the official website of the respective conducting body (jam.iisc.ac.in).
- For MCA admission, students can apply through the NIMCET exam and go through counselling round.
- Admission to MBA programme requires students to download the application form available on the official page of the institute.
M.E./M.Tech Admissions 2027
- Undergraduate Degree with 60% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: GATE
| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
15 Oct '26 - 16 Oct '26 | GATE 2027 Registration Last Date With Late Fee |
Jan '27 | GATE 2027 Admit CardTentative |
6 Feb '27 | GATE 2027 Exam- Day 1 |
MBA/PGDM Admissions 2027
- Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: MAT, CAT, CMAT
| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
Oct '26-Nov '26 | CMAT 2027 registration and application processTentative |
4 Nov '26 - 29 Nov '26 | CAT 2026 admit card download |
29 Nov '26 | CAT 2026 exam date |
Commonly asked questions On Admissions
No, a gap year after Class 12 usually does not have any impact on NIT Surathkal admission chances. Most students take a year to prepare for the entrance exams, such as JEE Main. Some students take a year's break to explore and learn more. However, students must meet the JEE Mains eligibility and submit valid score only. Any previously taken test will not be considered.
Students cannot get direct admission to any course at NIT Surathkal. It is compulsory to give the entrance exam to take the admission. Different courses have different entrance tests like JEE Main, GATE etc. Students should check the official website for more information on the entrance test.
NIT Surathkal will release 7-8 rounds of JEE Main cutoffs for admission to BTech. The cutoffs will be released on a rolling basis, and the seats will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. The cutoffs will be based on the following factors:
- The JEE Main score of the candidate
- The category of the candidate
- The number of seats available in the course
Candidates must visit the official website of entrance exam to read clear instructions on how to proceed with the counselling process, once the round is released.
If you are seeking admission in NIT Surathkal MTech, then GATE is mandatory. Students applying for non-MTech programmes do not need to appear for GATE. For M.Tech however, GATE followed by the centralised counselling is mandatory.
NIT Surathkal Rankings 2026
NIT Surathkal has ranked across various categories by several prominent national ranking bodies, namely NIRF, QS World University Rankings, etc. NIT Surathkal is one of the top NIT colleges in Karnataka. National Institute of Technology Surathkal has been ranked by QS World University Rankings 2026 under various categories. Candidates can go through the below table for information on National Institute of Technology Karnataka rankings:
| Ranking Body | Category | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2026 |
Asian University Rankings - Southern Asia |
113 |
| QS World University Rankings 2026 |
Asian University Rankings |
443 |
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | QS Sustainability Ranking | 1501 |
| QS World University Rankings 2025 |
QS WUR Ranking By Subject |
451-500 |
| NIRF 2025 | Overall | 54 |
| NIRF 2025 | Engineering | 17 |
NIRF Ranking 2025
| Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.E. / B.Tech | 12 | 17 | 17 |
| Business & Management Studies | – / – | – / – | 54 |
| Science | – / – | – / – | 11-50 |
Commonly asked questions On Rankings
National Institute of Technology Surathkal (NIT Surathkal) has been ranked by NIRF 2025 under various categories such as Engineering, Overall, Research, etc. Candidates can go through the below table for details regarding NIT Surathkal ranking 2025:
| Ranking Body | Ranks |
|---|---|
| NIRF 2025 under the Engineering category | 17 |
| NIRF 2025 under the Overall category | 54 |
Yes, NIT Surathkal has been ranked by QS World University. Refer to the table below for 2026 and 2025 QS rankings of NIT Surathkal:
| Ranking Year | Category | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | Asian University Rankings - Southern Asia | 113 |
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | Asian University Rankings | 443 |
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | QS Sustainability Ranking | 1501 |
| QS World University Rankings 2025 | QS WUR Ranking By Subject | 451-500 |
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NIT Surathkal Campus & Facilites
NIT Surathkal campus is spread across 295.35 acres of land located in Surathkal, Karnataka. NITK Surathkal has infrastructure facilities like laboratories, classrooms, a library, hostels, and canteens. In addition, the institute has four guest houses, including the JC Bose Guest House, Vikram Sarabhai Guest House, Homi J. Bhaba Guest House, and the International Hostel. Some other facilities available at the NITK Surathkal campus are:
- Hostel facility: The insitute offers hostel facility to over 4500 students in seperate hostels for male and female students. The hostel provides mess food facility, 24*7 security, and medical failities.
- Banks: Two banks are available with ATM facility inside the campus.
- Post Office: The post office in the campus caters to all the mail-related services of the residents of the institute .
- Sports Facilities: Infrastructure facilities are available in the sports centre at the campus for indoor and outdoor sports. Water sports like swimming pool is also offered.
Library
Hostel
Sports Complex
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Insights on Infrastructure
Based on 206 Student ResponsesSports facilities
Multiple sports grounds & coaching present
College events
Moderately busy calendar with 1-3 monthly events
Mess food
Mess and Cooking arrangements are Hygienic
Attendance policy
Incomplete attendance invites penalty
Dress code
Students can wear whatever they want
Additional expenses
Requirement to eat out despite mess fees
Consequence of rules violation
Rule breakers are let off with a warning
Outside movement of girl students
Allowed within restricted timings
Commonly asked questions On Infrastructure
NIT Surathkal has a total of 15 departments. These departments include Water Resources & Ocean Engg, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Information Technology, Mathematical and Computational Sciences, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Mining Engineering, Physics, School of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Management, and Career Development Centre (Formerly Placement & Training).
To reach NIT Surathkal you can reach by:
- Getting off at Mangalore International Airport which is about 30 minute drive away from the campus
- The Surathkal Railway Station is 10-minute drive from NITK campus
- Busses are also available.
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NIT Surathkal Notable Alumni
NIT Surathkal has a good alumni base. The alumni of NITK Surathkal are pursuing careers with the top companies in India and abroad or representing the country as entrepreneurs, social workers, and celebrities, among others. Listed below are some of the notable alumni of the National Institute of Technology Surathkal:
| Alumni Name | Alumni Degree |
|---|---|
| K. V. Kamath, President of BRICS Bank, Former Chairman of ICICI Bank, former Chairman of Infosys | Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering |
|
Kota Ullas Karanth, Director of the Wildlife Conservation Society India Program |
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering |
| Ashok Shankarappa Kheny is an Indian film producer, actor, director, businessman, politician, and owner of Karnataka Bulldozers cricket team, and chairman | Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering |
NIT Surathkal FAQs
Below are the NIT Karnataka FAQs:
The technology institute offers a three-year full-time MCA course. The three-year duration of the course is divided into six semesters of six months each. Admission to the PG course is entrance-based.
The NIT Surathkal fees for 4 years BTech is INR 6.26 Lacs - 11.42 lakh with the hostel fee. The total tuition fee for the programme is INR 5 lakh. The BTech Fee varients are divided in four components namely, tuition fee, Other fee Part A, Other fee Part B, and Hostel charges (if opted). The Part A fee is paid in the semester 1 only, while the Part B of the fee is majorly paid in the odd semesters.
Candidates with the GATE score are called for the GATE CCMT counThe round wise score in GATE to get M.Tech seat in NIT Surathkal Computer Science is mentioned as follows:
| Round | GATE Score 2023 |
|---|---|
| Round 1 | 678 |
| Round 2 | 637 |
| Round 3 | 637 |
| Round 4 | 618 |
| Round 5 | 607 |
| Round 6 | 607 |
NIT Surathkal JEE Main cutoff 2026 ranged from 1605 to 24609 in the first round for the General AI category candidates. So, this category of candidates needs to attain a rank of at least 24609 to be qualified for admission in the first round.
The NIT Surathkal cutoff 2026 was declared for the first round for admission to the BTech course and its various branches. The cutoff was out for different AI and HS quota categories.
Students can see the table below to know the cutoff range for different AI and HS quota categories.
| Category | NIT Surathkal JEE Main Cutoff 2026 |
|---|---|
| All India Quota Categories | |
| General | 1605 - 24609 |
| OBC | 638 - 9158 |
| SC | 269 -4429 |
| ST | 109- 1573 |
| EWS | 331 - 4055 |
| PWD | 45 - 808 |
| Home State Quota Categories | |
| General | 3184 - 30911 |
| OBC | 1254 - 13326 |
| SC | 792 - 4980 |
| ST | 133 - 1930 |
| EWS | 1147 - 7286 |
| PWD | 43 - 1746 |
No, admission to the M.Tech courses is only through GATE in NITs. There is no other provision for admission. Furthermore, after GATE, it is also crucial that the candidates with scores equal to or more than the cutoff take part in CCMT counselling. The final selection is based on merit in both selection rounds.
Candidates must first check the minimum eligibility and selection criteria for the course they want to pursue. If a student meets the minimum eligibility for NIT Surathkal admissions, then aspirants can go ahead by completing the application process. For admission to popular courses such as BTech, MTech, and MSc, candidates may have to apply on the official website of the accepting exams, such as JEE Main, GATE, and IIT JAM, respectively. Further, for admission to MBA course, are done through CAT/MAT/GATE score, where the shortlisted candidates have to appear for the PI round.
The last year 2022 cutoff ranks for BTech in Mining Engineering at NIT Surathkal - National Institute of Technology other than General category are - 40749 for OBC, 96683 for SC, 139597 for ST, 45940 for EWS. While the admissions are based on the scores/rank obtained in JEE exam, the last cut offs also change a lot depending on All India quota or Home State. It also varies if the applicant is a female.
Candidates seeking admission to the MCA course must first check the eligibility criteria, which is BCA/BSc Hons/BSc degree. Eligible candidates can further apply by filling out the application online through the NITK website (nitk.ac.in). Admission to the course is further based on merit in NIMCET and academic records.
NIT Surathkal MCA cutoff 2023 for NIMCET 2023 has been released up to Round 3. Candidates seeking admission to MCA can check the latest round-wise NIT Surathkal cutoff 2023 in the table below:
| Course | R1 (Closing Rank) | Last Round (Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Computer Applications (MCA) | 105 | 105 |
The eligibility criteria for MTech course at the NIT Surathkal is that candidate should have passed BTech with a minimum of 60% aggregate from a recognised university. Aspirant should have the degree and mark sheets (original/copies) at the time of form filling and admission confirmation. The selection process include GATE + CCMT Counselling.
JEE Main Round 6, has been released for admission to the BTech courses. As per NIT Surathkal JEE Main cutoff 2023, the Round 6 closing rank was 23632 for General category candidates in All India quota for Civil Engineering. For female candidates in general category under All India quota, 33071 was the closing rank. BTech cut off varies depending on the category and domicile/quota of the applicant.
NIT Surathkal BTech fees is INR 5 lakh for the entire 4-year tuition fee . The fee components other than tuition fee are listed below with thier respective fee in 2026.
- Hostel Fees: INR 70k
- One Time Payment: INR 6,390 - INR 13,820
- Other Fees: INR 63,840
Note: This data is from official sources and can change.
Candidates registered for the B.Tech. programme in NITK who have withdrawn their admission before the stipulated period may be entitled to receive back only the caution deposit that was submitted to the Institute. Any other fee will not be refundable to such candidates.
Candidates who discontinue the course after its commencement will not be entitled to receive back any amount. Also, candidates were supposed to report to NITK campus on the dates fixed through DASA counselling process. Not doing so will automatically disqualify the candidates from seeking a refund of their fees.
It is to be noted that the stipulated period of withdrawal is over. Hence, no further withdrawals or fee refunds will be entertained.
NIT Surathkal - National Institute of Technology is a government institute recognized by UGC. Some of the reasons to choose NIT Surathkal are given below:
- Ranking: NIT Surathkal has been ranked 17 under Engineering category by the NIRF 2025.
- Placements: TATA, Microsoft, Adobe, Amazon etc. are some of the top recruiters of the institute.
- Scholarships: The National Institute of Technology Karnataka Surathkal provides the Harshitha Chaturvedi Scholarship for II, III, and IV year BTech students.
To get admission in NIT Surathkal, students need to get high score in the accepted exams and clear the cutoff. To get in top BTech branches, such as CSE at NIT Surathkal, students need to get at least 4000 or lower rank. Students from the general category must aim to get 3000-3500 rank to have better chance of getting CSE admission. For lower branches, a JEE rank around 9000 - 10000 may get them a seat.
NIT Surathkal CSE cutoff 2026 was 3304 for the General AI female category candidates in the first round. The NIT Surathkal JEE Main cutoff 2026 was released for the first round for different All India and Home State quota categories.
See below to know the round 1 cutoff for both AI and HS quota categories.
| Category | NIT Surathkal CSE cutoff 2026 |
|---|---|
| Female All India Quota Categories | |
| General | 3304 |
| OBC | 1582 |
| SC | 564 |
| ST | 284 |
| EWS | 479 |
| PWD | 128 |
| Female Home State Quota Categories | |
| General | 3473 |
| OBC | 5727 |
| SC | 485 |
| ST | 127 |
| EWS | 1530 |
The rank required for admission to the BTech CSE course was 1605 in the first round for the General AI category. The NIT Surathkal CSE cutoff 2026 was released for the first round for different AI and HS quota categories.
See the table below to know the round 1 cutoff for both quotas.
| Category (All India) | NIT Surathkal CSE cutoff 2026 |
|---|---|
| General | 1605 |
| OBC | 638 |
| SC | 269 |
| ST | 109 |
| EWS | 331 |
| Category (Home State) | NIT Surathkal CSE cutoff 2026 |
| General | 3184 |
| OBC | 1254 |
| SC | 792 |
| ST | 133 |
| PWD | 43 |
| EWS | 1147 |
After the students have registered on the official website of NIT Surathkal, they have to complete their application form. The form may also ask to upload documents like educational qualifications, identity proofs etc. Students also have to pay the application fee at the end.
A comparison between NIT Surathkal, NIT Trichy and NIT Rourkela is presented below:
NITs | Total Tuition Fees* |
|---|---|
BTech at NIT Surathkal | INR 5 lakh |
INR 5 lakh | |
INR 5 lakh - INR 6.25 lakh |
*The tuition fee is taken from unofficial sources and thus may vary. Moreover, the fee range for NIT Rourkela includes fees of BTech+MTech courses.
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Answered 4 weeks ago
Given below is the category wise NIT Surathkal NIRF ranking for 2025:
Category | NIRF Ranking 2025 |
|---|---|
Overall | 54 |
Engineering | 17 |
SDG Institutions | 11-50 |
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Answered 4 weeks ago
NIT Surathkal NIRF report plays a pivotal role in student's decision-making process. The NIRF report contains statistics like the batch profile, fee reimbursement, placement, facilities etc. which help students making a decision. The NIRF report further helps them in following ways:
- Comparing Univers
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Answered 3 months ago
For students with a good JEE Main rank, the answer is yes. NIT Surathkal is the only NIT in Karnataka, ranks in India's list of top 20 engineering institutes according to NIRF 2025. It has a beautiful campus spread over 295 acres on the Arabian Sea with a good placement record from corporates like M
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Answered 7 months ago
National Institute of Technology or NIT Surathkal is in Karnataka and was established in 1960. It has 13 departments, 1 School, and 12 supporting centres. NIT Surathkal gives UG, PG and PhD courses in the areas of Engineering, Management, and Science.
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Answered 8 months ago
Yes, the application process of NIT Surathkal is online. Students who want to take admission in various courses at NITK Surathkal can easily apply on the official website. After applying, students also have to pay an application fee in the end.
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