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NIT Calicut Admissions What’s new?
The JEE Main 2024 registration has started for Session 1, candidates seeking admission can apply till Nov 30, 2023. Further, JEE Main exam 2024 for session 1 will be held between Jan 24, 2024 to Feb 1, 2024. JEE Main Session 2 exam will be held between Apr 1, 2024 and Apr 15, 2024. Below are some of the other important NIT Calicut latest updates:
- CAT exam 2023 is scheduled for Nov 26, 2023. Registered candidates can download the admit card from the IIMCAT website.
- KMAT 2023 result is likely to be announced in the month of December 2023. Candidates who appeared for the KMAT Karnataka exam 2023 can check their results online.
- PhD 2023-24 (Winter) list of short-listed candidates for the selection process was published and the selection process (Offline Mode) will be scheduled from Nov 28, 2023 to Dec 1, 2023 (tentative). Further, admission and reporting for the Programme will be held on Dec 28, 2023 (tentative).
- The GATE 2024 exam will be conducted on Feb 3, 4, 10, and 11, 2024.
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NIT Calicut Admission Process 2024
Commonly known as NIT Kolkata, the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Calicut admissions are currently open. NIT Calicut offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral courses in Engineering, Management, Computer Applications, Science, and Architecture & Planning. Popular courses offered by the university are BTech, BArch, MBA, MTech, MPlan, MSc, MCA, and PhD. The mode of application at NIT Calicut is online. Admission to all the courses is based on the scores obtained by the candidates in various national-level entrance exams (for example, JEE Mains/GATE) and counselling. NIT Calicut also offers multiple scholarships to support meritorious students and provide financial aid.
NIT Calicut Admission 2024: Eligibility & Selection Criteria
The below-mentioned table carries a course-wise fee, eligibility, and selection criteria details related to NIT Calicut course admissions:
Courses |
Eligibility & Selection Criteria |
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Eligibility: Class 12 with 75% aggregate Selection: JEE Main, JEE Advanced + JoSAA Counselling |
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Eligibility: UG/PG degree with 60% Selection: CAT |
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Eligibility: Bachelor’s/ BTech degree in the relevant specialisation Selection: GATE + CCMT Counselling |
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Eligibility: Class 12 Selection: JEE Main (Paper-II) + CSAB Counselling |
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Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree with 60% aggregate Selection: IIT JAM + CCMN Counselling |
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Eligibility: Bachelor's degree with 60% aggregate Selection: NIMCET |
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Eligibility: Bachelor's degree with 60% aggregate Selection: GATE + CCMT Counselling |
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Eligibility: Master’s degree with 60% aggregate Selection: GATE, UGC NET, CSIR NET + Written Test + Interview conducted by NITC |
Commonly asked questions On Admissions
Q: Is NIT Calicut good for BTech?
NIT Calicut was ranked 31 among the top engineering colleges in the country by the NIRF ranking in 2022. It also provides good placement support to the students. As per media reports, the average package offered during NIT Calicut 2023 placements (As on Sep 2022) was INR 23 LPA. Many top companies such as Google, Amazon, Intel, L&T Infotech, etc., recruit from this technology institute.
Q: How good is CSE in NIT Calicut?
Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) is one of the most popular BTech specialisations. In 2022 placements at NIT Calicut, a 100% placement was recorded for the CSE branch. As per the NIRF 2022 rankings, the institute is was ranked 31 among the top Engineering institutions in the country. Thus, it is a good college for BTech CSE aspirants.
Q: How many specialisations does NIT Calicut offer under PhD?
NIT Calicut offers 15 specialisations under the PhD course, including Computer Science & Engineering, Architecture & Planning, Management, Economics, English, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, and Biotechnology.
Q: What is the cost of studying MBA at NIT Calicut?
The two-year MBA total tuition fee at NIT Calicut is INR 1.4 lakh, the hostel charges are INR 18,000, and a one-time fee (including caution deposit, admission fee, etc.) of INR 30,000 is also included in the total fees. As the mentioned fee is taken from unofficial sources, it is subject to changes. Candidates can visit the institute’s website (nitc.ac.in) for more details.
NIT CalicutM.E./M.Tech Admissions 2023
Eligibility Criteria
- Undergraduate Degree with 60% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: CCMT, GATE, CCMN
Dates & Events
Dates | Upcoming Events |
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3 Jan '24 - 2 Feb '24 | GATE 2024 Admit Card |
3 Feb '24 - 4 Feb '24 | GATE 2024 Exam |
10 Feb '24 - 11 Feb '24 | GATE 2024 Exam |
16 Mar '24 - 31 May '24 | GATE 2024 Result |
21 Mar '24 - 31 May '24 | GATE 2024 Scorecard Download |
Dates | Past Events |
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13 Oct '23 - 20 Oct '23 | GATE 2024 Registration with late fees |
13 Oct '23 | M.E./M.Tech (Quality Improvement Programme) Publication of result |
30 Aug '23 - 12 Oct '23 | GATE 2024 Application form availability |
NIT CalicutB.Arch Admissions 2023
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with 50% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: JEE Main, NATA, DASA UG
Dates & Events
Dates | Upcoming Events |
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1 Nov '23 - 30 Nov '23 | JEE Main 2024 Registration Session 1Ongoing |
Jan '24 | JEE Main 2024 Admit CardTentative |
24 Jan '24 - 1 Feb '24 | JEE Main 2024 Exam Date Session 1 |
12 Feb '24 | JEE Main 2024 Result Session 1 |
2 Feb '24 - 2 Mar '24 | JEE Main 2024 Registration Session 2 |
Dates | Past Events |
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4 Sep '23 | B.Arch (under DASA/CIWG scheme) Spot round admission r Physical reporting for allotted candidate for Institute admission |
30 Aug '23 | B.Arch (under DASA/CIWG scheme) Spot round admission Allotment Result declaration |
25 Aug '23 - 28 Aug '23 | B.Arch (under DASA/CIWG scheme) Spot round admission Registration window |
NIT CalicutMBA/PGDM Admissions 2023
Eligibility Criteria
- Undergraduate Degree with 60% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: MAT, XAT, CAT, CMAT, KMAT
Dates & Events
Dates | Upcoming Events |
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15 Jul '23 - 30 Nov '23 | XAT 2024 Exam registrationOngoing |
30 Nov '23 - 3 Dec '23 | MAT 2023 Admit Card Download CBT 1 |
3 Dec '23 | MAT 2023 CBT 1 |
13 Oct '23 - 3 Dec '23 | MAT 2023 Registration IBT 1Ongoing |
13 Oct '23 - 5 Dec '23 | MAT 2023 Registration Process PBTOngoing |
Dates | Past Events |
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13 Oct '23 - 28 Nov '23 | MAT 2023 Registration Process CBT 1 |
7 Nov '23 - 26 Nov '23 | CAT 2023 admit card download |
26 Nov '23 | CAT 2023 exam |
NIT CalicutM.Sc. Admissions 2023
Eligibility Criteria
- Undergraduate Degree with 60% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: IIT JAM, CCMN
Dates & Events
Dates | Upcoming Events |
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8 Jan '24 - 14 Jan '24 | IIT JAM 2024 Admit Card |
11 Feb '24 | IIT JAM 2024 Exam Day |
22 Mar '24 | IIT JAM 2024 Result |
Dates | Past Events |
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5 Sep '23 - 25 Oct '23 | IIT JAM 2024 Application Process |
25 Aug '23 | M.Sc. (with GATE/JAM score) Institute-level Spot Admissions |
23 Aug '23 | M.Sc. Classes commencement (tentative) |
NIT CalicutMCA Admissions 2023
Eligibility Criteria
- Accepting Exams: NIMCET
Dates & Events
Dates | Upcoming Events |
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Mar '24 | NIMCET 2024 RegistrationTentative |
Jun '24 | NIMCET 2024 Admit CardTentative |
Jun '24 | NIMCET 2024 ExamTentative |
Jun '24 | NIMCET 2023 ResultTentative |
Jun '24 | NIMCET 2024 Counselling RegistrationTentative |
NIT CalicutM.Plan Admissions 2023
Eligibility Criteria
- Undergraduate Degree with 60% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: GATE, CCMT
Dates & Events
Dates | Past Events |
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25 Aug '23 | M.Plan (with GATE/JAM score) Institute-level Spot Admissions |
23 Aug '23 | M.Plan Classes commencement (tentative) |
17 Aug '23 | CCMT Announcement of Seat Allotment of National Spot Round |
NIT CalicutPh.D. Admissions 2023
Eligibility Criteria
- Accepting Exams: GATE, UGC NET, CSIR NET
Dates & Events
Dates | Upcoming Events |
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28 Nov '23 - 1 Dec '23 | Ph.D. (Winter) Selection process for short listed candidates (Offline Mode) (tentative)Ongoing |
28 Dec '23 | Ph.D. (Winter) Admission and Reporting (tentative) |
Dates | Past Events |
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20 Nov '23 | Ph.D. (Winter) Publishing the list of short listed candidates for the selection process (tentative) |
13 Oct '23 - 8 Nov '23 | Ph.D. (Winter) Application start and end date |
13 Oct '23 | Ph.D. (Quality Improvement Programme) Publication of result |
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NIT Calicut Admission 2024 FAQs
Q: What has been the trend for cut off in BTech Biotechnology at NIT Calicut?
The cutoff trend for BTech in Biotechnology at NIT Calicut has been increasing in the recent years. In 2021, the closing rank for BTech under the General category for all India quota was 45397. In 2022, it increased to 54460. Likewise, the cut off ranks have changed from 58965 to 64827 for OBC, 6092 to 128601 for SC, 177157 to 143520 for ST, 56413 to 62008 for EWS & 30342 to 2328 for PWD. This trend is likely to continue in the coming years, as the demand for Engineering education in India continues to grow. Similar cut off trend can be seen for female candidates under all categories however the ranks are slightly different.
Q: What is the opening and closing rank for BTech in Chemical Engineering at NIT Calicut - National Institute of Technology?
The opening and closing rank depends on the category and quota of candidates. For the General category under All India, opening rank was 23530 and closing rank was 39428. The Cutoffs are differant when it comes to other categories or female candidates and even domicile of home state. In All India, opening and closing rank for female candidates was 32411 and 44990. Admission to BTech in Chemical Engineering in NIT Calicut - National Institute of Technology is based on the scores obtained in the entrance exam JEE. Applicants are advised to confirm what category are they applying while checking for cut offs.
Q: How many entrance exam cutoffs will be released for admission to BTech in Electrical & Electronic Engineering at NIT Calicut?
NIT Calicut - National Institute of Technology will release 6-8 rounds of JEE Main cutoffs for admission to BTech in Electrical & Electronic Engineering. 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.
Q: Which courses does NIT Calicut offer?
The institute offers two undergraduate courses, five postgraduate courses, and one doctoral course. The offered courses by NIT Calicut are as namely BTech, BArch, MTech, MSc, MBA, MPlan, MCA, and PhD. These courses are available in multiple specialisations, including Chemistry, Computer Science and Engineering, Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, etc.
Q: Does NIT Calicut offers scholarship to its students?
Yes, NIT Calicut offers a range of scholarships to students across various courses based on academic merit, economic background, character, conduct, and other criteria. Visit the official website for details. The NIT Calicut scholarships are mentioned below:
- Allesu Kanjirathinkal Memorial Award
- Subramonia Iyer - Lekshmi Ammal (SILA) Scholarship
- E Grantz
NSP Scholarship
Q: Can I get direct admission in NIT Calicut?
No, NIT Calicut does not facilitate direct admission to any of the courses. Admission is entirely based on merit in the national-level exams, including JEE Main, GATE, IIT JAM, CAT, NIMCET, UGC NET, etc. Candidates are further required to participate in other selection rounds, such as counselling, written exam, and interview as well, as per the applied course selection criteria.
Q: What are the documents required at the time of NIT Calicut course admissions?
Candidates are required to bring the following documents at the time of written examination and/or interview in original for verification and have to send the self-attested hard copies with the application form and scan-copy through email:
- Valid Photo-ID proof
- Class 10 & Class 12 mark sheets
- Bachelor's degree certificate and mark sheet (if applicable)
- Master's degree certificate and mark sheet (if applicable)
- Character certificate issued by the head of the institution/ department last attended
- OBC/SC/ST/PD certificate, if applicable
- Proof of Date of Birth
- Statement of Purpose indicating the area and type of research work proposed to be carried out
- Appearing certificate from the head of the department/institute for candidates appearing for the final examination of the qualifying degree
Q: How much marks is needed to get admission in NIT Calicut?
The cutoff marks vary from one course to another. For BTech, the closing rank in 2022 ranges from 11,049 to 54,460. In addition, the NIT Calicut BArch cut-off 2022 for JoSAA Round 6 Seat Allotment was 491 and 378 – 569 for MTech. For more information about the course-wise cutoff ranks and trends, click here.
Q: How can I get admission to BTech in NIT Calicut?
Candidates seeking admission to a BTech course must have a valid JEE Main score and shall meet the eligibility criteria. Click here to check eligibility requirements. To take the entrance test, aspirants need to register online on the NTA website (nta.ac.in). Further, candidates with marks greater than or equal to the cutoff need to take part in JoSAA counselling to secure a seat.
Q: What is the fee of BTech at NIT Calicut?
As per unofficial sources, the total tuition fee of the four-year BTech at NIT Calicut, is INR 5 lakh. The tuition fee is only for the students of General, OBC, and EWS categories and with an annual income greater than INR 5 lakh. Additionally, the hostel charges are up to INR 1.93 Lacs and a one-time fee payment of INR 30,500 will also be required at the time of admission. Candidates can further visit the NIT Calicut website (nitc.ac.in) for more details as the mentioned fees is as per unofficial sources.
Q: How much percentile is required for BTech admission in NIT Calicut?
Candidates with 90 or above percentile have a high chance of getting admission to the institute. Further, the final selection depends upon the cutoff for the academic year. In 2022, the seat allotment for NIT Calicut BTech courses went till CSAB special round-2 and the closing ranks ranged between 11,049 - 54,460.
Q: How can I get MBA in NIT Calicut?
Candidates who fulfil the eligibility requirements can apply for MBA admission at NIT Calicut (nitc.ac.in). However, the final selection of candidates is based on their scores in CAT. Candidates belonging to a sponsored category can apply with a CMAT score. Apart from the entrance test score, candidates will be selected based on performance in the Written Ability Test/ Group Discussion/ Personal Interview (WAT/GD/PI), Academic Merit (Class 10, Class 12 & Graduation), and Work Experience (if any) as well.
Q: What is the eligibility criteria for NIT Calicut MBA admission?
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 60% aggregate (55% aggregate (6.0 out of 10 CGPA) for SC and ST categories) is the basic eligibility required to get admission to MBA at NITC. The aspirants shall further have a minimum of three-year work experience. Furthermore, all the documents such as bachelor’s degree, mark sheets, etc. are required at the time of admission for verification purposes.
Q: What is the CAT score for MBA in NIT Calicut?
Candidates with a CAT percentile above 70 shall have a fair chance of getting a seat in an MBA at NIT Calicut. However, this is an expected percentile and hence may vary. The CAT cutoff varies every year as it depends upon various factors such as the number of applicants, applicants’ CAT scores, etc.
Q: What is the eligibility requirement for admission to the NIT Calicut MSc course?
Candidates with a BSc or equivalent UG degree with at least 60% aggregate or 6.5/10 CGPA (55% aggregate or 6.0/10 CGPA for SC/ST/PWD category) are eligible to apply for an MSc course of NIT Calicut. The aspirants must hold the UG mark sheets and pass certificates as proof of eligibility. The institute admits candidates only after document verification.
Q: Is there MSc Physics in NIT Calicut?
Yes, the technology institute offers MSc in Physics as a full-time course. Admission to the course is through IIT JAM followed by CCMN counselling. The seat intake for the course is 25. In addition, the total tuition fee is INR 30,000. However, the mentioned fee and seat intake is as per unofficial sources and thus may vary.
Q: What is the fee structure for MSc at NIT Calicut?
NIT Calicut MSc course fee includes multiple components, including caution deposit, admission fee, development fee, tuition fee, etc. As per unofficial sources, the total tuition fee for two-year is INR 30,000 and a one-time fee, including caution deposit, etc. is INR 30,500. Aspirants can further check out the NIT Calicut website (nitc.ac.in) for more details on the fee structure.
Q: How to apply for MSc in NIT Calicut?
Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements for MSc courses are eligible to take admission. Selection is further done based on the aspirant’s merit in IIT JAM. The application process for IIT JAM is online (jam.iitg.ac.in). The shortlisted candidates are further required to participate in CCMN counselling.
Q: How can I get M.Tech in NIT Calicut?
Admission to the two-year MTech courses in NIT Calicut is based on merit in GATE. The GATE application procedure is online, aspirants can apply by visiting the official website (gate.iitk.ac.in). Candidates with scores equal to more than the cutoff marks need to take part in CCMT counselling for the seat allotment process.
Q: What is the M.Tech application fee for NIT Calicut?
In order to submit the NIT Calicut MTech application form successfully, candidates will have to pay the required fees. The application fee for OP/EWS/OBC/PwD categories candidates is INR 1,000. In addition, the SC/ST categories need to pay INR 500. Further, the application fee payment can be done through credit card/debit card/net banking.
Q: Does NIT Calicut accept NATA scores for BArch admission?
No, NIT Calicut does not accept NATA scores for admission to the Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) course. The institute offers admission to BArch based on JEE Main paper-II scores only. In addition, for selection it is crucial that the aspirant also meet the eligibility requirements for BArch course, which is Class 12 pass from a recognised board.
Q: What is the admission criteria for NIT Calicut MCA?
Candidates with a BSc or BCA degree in Mathematics/ Statistics/ Business Mathematics or BE/ BTech with a minimum of 60% aggregate is the basic eligibility for MCA at NIT Calicut. In addition to this, NIMCET scores are required for MCA admission. In addition, the aspirants must also meet the eligibility requirements.
NIT Calicut
Student Forum
Answered 2 days ago
Both NIT Calicut and National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) Calicut are reputable institutions offering M.Tech programs in various disciplines. The choice between the two depends on your specific interests and career goals.
NIT Calicut is a multidisciplinary engineering
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Answered 3 weeks ago
Established in 1961, NIT Calicut stands as one of India's most seasoned NITs. This engineering institution comprises 10 departments and 3 schools and is recognised as one of the 31 institutions of national significance. NIT Calicut extends a range of academic programs including BTech, BArch, MTech,
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- Qualify for the JEE Main Entrance Exam
- Register on the official JoSAA website.
- Enroll for the JEE Main Counseling
- Consider the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) scores for postgraduate programs.
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Answered a week ago
To get a seat in BTech at NIT Calicut, candidates must have a valid JEE Main score. The final admissions to the institiute is based on JoSAA Counselling up to Round 6 followed by CSAB Counselling upto two Special rounds.Candidates can refer to the table given below to check out Round 1 closing ranks
Answered a week ago
GATE CCMT Round 1 closing rank for M.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering was 577, followed by M.Tech. in Microelectronics and VLSI Design with 575 score and finally by M.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Information Security) with a 551 score. Tabulated below is the Round 1 closing ra
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