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NIT Calicut PhD Eligibility & Highlights 2024

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    Q:   How are the placements at NIT Calicut?
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    NIT Calicut has released the placement report for 2025. The overall percentage recorded in 2025 was 72.98%.  A total of 1329 students participated in the NIT Calicut placement drive, and 970 were offered jobs. The key highlights of NIT Calicut placements 2025 as compared with 2024 and 2023 are presented below:

    Particulars

    Placement Statistics (2023)

    Placement Statistics (2024)

    Placement Statistics (2025)

    Highest package

    INR 50 LPA

    INR 50.64 LPA

    INR 56.59 L

    Average package

    INR 13.77 LPA

    INR 12.11 LPA

    INR 12.17 L

    Median package

    INR 10 LPA

    INR 9 LPA

    INR 10 L

    Lowest package

    INR 3.6 LPA

    INR 3.5 LPA

    INR 3.75 L

    Placement rate

    83.65%

    77.97%

    72.98%

    Companies visited

    197

    208

    -

    Total offers

    1,141

    1080

    970

    Total students registered

    1,364

    1385

    1329

    Q:   Is NIT Calicut worth all the hype?
    A: 

    National Institute of Technology, Calicut, also known as NIT Calicut, is one of the oldest NITs in India and has been ranked 2 under the 'Architecture and Planning' category and 21 under the 'Engineering' category by NIRF 2025. The college offers a wide range of programmes to students, mainly in the Engineering and Technology fields. Further, the college has a decent connection with top-notch companies such as Accenture, ADP, Amazon, Amdocs, Baja Auto, American Express, etc. 

    Q:   How much rank should I attain to get a seat at NIT Calicut?
    A: 

    NIT Calicut accepts JEE Main scores for admission to the BTech course specialisations and the BArch course. The cutoff is released category-wise for candidates belonging to the All India as well as the Home State quota. For candidates belonging to the General HS category, the cutoff ranks to get admission ranged between 241 and 47061

    For the General AI category students, the cutoff ranks ranged between 564 and 41289. To check more branch-wise, category-wise and round-wise NIT Calicut cutoff 2025, check this page

    Q:   Can I do MBA from NIT Calicut?
    A: 

    Yes, candidates can pursue an MBA course from NIT Calicut. The institute offers MBA courses for the duration of two years, divided into four semesters, and offered in full-time mode. To get admission into the MBA course at NIT Calicut, candidates must have a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university or institution on a full-time basis with a minimum of 60% aggregate. 

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    Q:   In which BTech specialisation does NIT Calicut offers maximum number of seats?
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    The total number of seats offered in undergraduate engineering courses at NIT Calicut is around 1,182. In one specialisation, the institute offers the maximum number of B.Tech. seats, i.e., Mechanical Engineering. The number of seats allocated to this specialisation is 206. Check out the number of seats allotted in the table below:

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    Q:   What is the expected NIT Calicut DASA UG cutoff?
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    Apart from JEE Main, NIT Calicut offers admission to BTech course based on DASA UG scores. Based on cutoff 2020, 2021 and 2022, NIT Calicut cutoff for Round 1 Seat Allotment can be expected to range as follows: 

    For B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering it must range between 268 and 449 

    For B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering it must range between 724 and 747

    For B.Tech. in Engineering Physics it must range between 190 and 656

    For B.Tech. in Materials Science and Engineering it must range around 505 

    Q:   Is 350 a good score in GATE CCMT for the NIT Calicut?
    A: 

    NIT Calicut accepts GATE entrane exam scores, followed by CCMT counselling process for admission to the M.Tech courses. NIT Calicut M.Tech cutoff 2024 has been released up to six rounds. NIT Calicut Last Round cutoff score ranged between 355 and 599. So, considering the current year closing cutoff socres for NIT Calicut, 350 is not a good score to get admission at NIT calicut. The score one should aim to get into NIT calicut should be 500 for ensuring maximum chances of selection. 

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    NIT Calicut PhD Admission Dates 2024

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    Q:   Can I get into NIT Calicut without entrance exam?
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    Admission criteria to National Institute of Technology Calicut is primarily entrance based and is different for all UG and PG programmes. To get into UG programmes, the eligibility criteria is the minimum aggregate in Class 12 or equivalent, along with entrance exams. However, the eligibility criteria to get into PG programmes is graduation in any discipline (this may vary from course to course), along with entrance exams.

    Q:   How do I get admission to NIT Calicut?
    A: 

    NIT Calicut admissions are entirely entrance-based for all its UG & PG courses. Candidates are shortlisted based on their past academic records along with their scores in the respective entrance exams accepted for different courses. Further, the institute also conducts GD and PI rounds for the final selection. Eligible candidates can apply by visiting the official website of the respective entrance exams. However, for MBA, candidates must apply on the official website of NIT Calicut.

    Q:   How can I prepare for admission to NIT Calicut?
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    The right strategy and a preparation plan for admission to BTech at NIT Calicut is all that is required to ace JEE Main 2025. A well-build prep strategy for the exam is mentioned below:

    • Revise as much as possible
    • Solve as many Mock Tests as possible. Shiksha.com is providing a FREE Downloadable JEE Main Mock Test Paper (with Solutions). Visit the link to download it now!
    • Choose the reference books wisely
    • Cross-check section-wise weightage & syllabus for all subjects covered in JEE Main
    • Keep your focus on NCERT books at this point
    • Solve previous year’s JEE question papers there are high chances of getting questions from there
    • To secure admission into prestigious institutions such as the IITs, NITs and IIITs, it is essential for the aspirants to have a strong command on the material taught in their class 11 and class 12. Shiksha is offering free NCERT questions and solutions to aid JEE candidates in excelling in these classes. To access the NCERT solutions, click on the below links:

    NCERT Class 11 Physics Solutions

    NCERT Class 11 Chemistry Solutions

    Downloadable1 Class 11 Maths Solutions

    Q:   What is NIT Calicut cutoff?
    A: 

    NIT Calicut cutoff has been released upto JEE Main Counselling Round 8 Seat Allotment result. Candidates seeking NIT Calicut admission to BTech course must have a valid score in JEE Main in order to be eligible for further JoSAA and CSAB Counselling. Tabulated below is NIT Calicut cutoff 2023:

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    Q:   Can I get direct admission in NIT Calicut?
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    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.

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    For NIT Calicut course admissions, candidates must visit the official website of the respective national-level entrance exam conducting bodies and fill out the application form in online mode. To get admitted to the National Institute of Technology, Calicut, candidates must meet the eligibility criteria set by the college. Further, candidates seeking admission to the BTech programme can apply on the official website of JEE Main and then register for JoSAA counselling. 

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    Q:   How can I apply for PhD admission at NIT Calicut?
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    To apply for PhD admission at NIT Calicut, visit the official website of the institute and submit a duly filled application form online. However, it is mandatory for candidates to have met the basic eligibility, i.e. a master's degree in a relevant discipline and a valid score in the entrance exams accepted by the institute.

    Q:   How many specialisations does NIT Calicut offer under PhD?
    A: 

    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:   Which entrance exams does NIT Calicut accept for PhD admission?
    A: 

    For admission to the PhD course, NIT Calicut accepts the scores of entrance exams like GATE/CSIR NET/UGC NET/ JEST/NBHM/KSCSTE and the Written Test conducted by the institute. Candidates are shortlisted based on merit in these entrance exams and are further called for an interview round.

    Q:   Can NIT Calicut be considered a good college?
    A: 

    National Institute of Technology, Calicut is one of the top-ranked Architecture institutes in India. The institute has been ranked 3rd in the 'Architecture' category,  25th in the 'Engineering' category, and 76th in the 'Management' category by NIRF Ranking 2024. Talking about the placements, the the highest and average package offered during NIT Calicut placements 2023 stood at INR 50 LPA and INR 13.77 LPA, respectively. Hence, we can conclude that NIT Calicut is one of the renowned institutes in the country.

    Q:   What is the placement scenario for UG courses at NIT Calicut?
    A: 

    The placement data for NIT Calicut UG courses for the current year is yet to be revealed. The table below shows the key highlights of NIT Calicut placements over the past three years for UG programs (BTech and BArch):

    Particulars

    UG Placement Statistics (2022)

    UG Placement Statistics (2023)

    UG Placement Statistics (2024)

    the highest package

    INR 67.62 LPA

    INR 47 LPA

    INR 50.64 LPA

    Average package

    INR 12.58 LPA

    INR 14.36 LPA

    INR 12.41 LPA

    Median package

    INR 9.3 LPA

    INR 10.55 LPA

    INR 9 LPA

    the lowest package

    INR 4.07 LPA

    INR 3.6 LPA

    INR 3.5 LPA

    Placement rate

    95.45%

    84.76%

    85.38%

    Total offers

    756+

    751+

    736

    Total students registered

    792

    886

    862

     

    Q:   Where are NIT Calicut alumni placed?
    A: 

    According to data gathered from unofficial sources, Engineering sector has placed the most no. of NIT Calicut students. The sector-wise NIT Calicut alumni placement statistics are presented below:

    NIT Calicut sector-wise placements

    Note: The above-mentioned alumni data is gathered from unofficial sources and hence may vary.

    Q:   What is the placement percentage of NIT Calicut?
    A: 

    The placement rate during NIT Calicut placements for the current year is not yet revealed. The past year placement rates along-with the offers made, companies visited and students registered are tabulated below:

    Particulars

    Placement Statistics (2022)

    Placement Statistics (2023)

    Placement Statistics (2024)

    Placement rate

    90.68%

    83.65%

    77.97%

    Companies visited

    192

    197

    208

    Total offers

    1,140

    1,141

    1080

    Total students registered

    1253

    1,364

    1385

     

    Q:   What are the courses that NIT Calicut offers?
    A: 

    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:   How are NIT Calicut internships?
    A: 

    The key highlights of NIT Calicut UG and PG internships 2024 are presented below:

    Particulars

    BTech Internship Statistics (2024)

    MTech and MCA Internship Statistics (2024)

    Total placed

    116

    71

    Total registered

    804

    394

    Placement rate

    14.42%

    18.02%

    Note: Total number of students placed is considered and double offers not counted

    Includes students with CGPA >= 6.5 and who participated in all CCD registrations.

    If a company has offered a job to a student having CGPA < 6.5, it is included in both placed as well registered counts.

    Earlier, the key highlights of NIT Calicut UG and PG internships 2023 are presented below:

    Course

    Placement Rate (2023)

    Students Registered (2023)

    Students Placed (2023)

    BTech

    24.40%

    930

    227

    PG (MTech, MCA)

    18.62%

    408

    76

    Q:   Who are the top recruiters of NIT Calicut?
    A: 

    More than 1,250 offers were made, and more than 1,172 students were placed during NIT Calicut placements 2023. The top recruiters at NIT Calicut are ABB, Accenture, Adobe, American Express, Amazon, Bajaj, Bank of America, Big Basket, Big Binary, Blume, Bosch, DLF, Citi Bank, Deloitte, DE Shaw and Co, Capgemini, Google, Global Logic, IBM, Goldman Sachs, Honeywell, ISRO, Larsen and Turbo, J P Morgan, Qualcomm, Siemens, Tata Motors, Wipro, etc.

    Q:   What is the median package offered during NIT Calicut placements?
    A: 

    The NIT Calicut median package for the current year placements is unknown. The median package offered over the past three years during NIT Calicut placements has been tabulated below:

    Particulars

    Placement Statistics (2022)

    Placement Statistics (2023)

    Placement Statistics (2024)

    Median package

    INR 9.3 LPA

    INR 10 LPA

    INR 9 LPA

     

    Q:   What is the schedule for DASA UG 2025?
    A: 

    Direct Admission of Students Abroad (DASA) Scheme is under the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India for admission to Undergraduate programmes in Engineering/Architecture/ Planning for the Academic offered by the National Institute of Technology Calicut. The registration for DASA UG exam will commence from next year in July. Check out the related tentative schedule for NIT Calicut DASA UG 2025 from the table given below: 

    DatesUpcoming Exam Dates

    Jun '25

    DASA 2025 registration

    TENTATIVE

    Jun '25

    DASA 2025 choice filling and submission

    TENTATIVE

    Jun '25

    DASA 2025 withdrawal of application by

    TENTATIVE

    Jun '25

    DASA 2025 Rank Declaration

    TENTATIVE

    Jul '25

    DASA 2025 Mock Seat Allotment

    TENTATIVE

    Jul '25

    DASA 2025 choice filling options reopening & Submission

    TENTATIVE

    Jul '25

    DASA 2025 Seat Allotment - Round 1

    TENTATIVE

    Jul '25

    DASA 2025 Confirmation by candidates who have been allotted a seat in Round 1

    TENTATIVE

    Jul '25

    DASA 2025 Seat Allotment - Round 2

    TENTATIVE

    Jul '25

    DASA 2025 Confirmation by candidates who have been allotted a seat in Round 2

    TENTATIVE

    Jul '25

    DASA 2025 Seat Allotment - Round 3

    TENTATIVE

    Jul '25

    DASA 2025 Confirmation by the candidates who have been allotted a seat in Round 3

    TENTATIVE

    Jul '25

    DASA 2025 Withdrawal option

    TENTATIVE

    Jul '25

    DASA 2025 Seat Allotment - Round 4 (Final)

    TENTATIVE

    Jul '25

    DASA 2025 Confirmation by the candidates who have been allotted a seat in Round 4 (Final)

    TENTATIVE

    Jul '25

    DASA 2025 Online reporting to allotted Institutes for admission by the candidates who have been allotted seats

    TENTATIVE

    Jul '25

    DASA 2025 Internal Sliding

    TENTATIVE

    Jul '25

    DASA 2025 Choice refilling for Special Round

    TENTATIVE

    Aug '25

    DASA 2025 Seat Allotment - Special Round

    TENTATIVE

    Aug '25

    DASA 2025 Physical reporting to allotted Institutes for admission by all candidates

    TENTATIVE
    Q:   What is the lowest package offered during NIT Calicut placements?
    A: 

    Find below the lowest package offered during NIT Calicut placements over last year:

    Package 

    Placement Statistics

    Lowest package

    INR 3.5 LPA

     

    Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for NIT Calicut MBA admission?
    A: 

    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:   How much GATE score is required for NIT Calicut? I belong to OBC category.
    A: 

    Candidates are advised to score 694 or a little higher. The table below shows the required cutoff scores for some of the specialisations during the Round 1 admissions at NIT Calicut:

    CourseGATE CCMT R1 Cutoff 2025
    M.Tech. in Energy Engineering and Management326
    M.Tech. in Nanotechnology358
    M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering364
    M.Tech. in Water Resources Engineering374
    M.Tech. in High Voltage Engineering382
    M.Tech. in Industrial Power And Automation389
    M.Tech. in Offshore Structures397
    M.Tech in Environment Engineering397
    M.Tech in Geotechnical Engineering397
    M.Tech. in Power Systems417
    M.Tech. in Power Electronics476
    M.Tech. in Telecommunication479
    M.Tech. in Signal Processing499
    M.Tech. in Machine Design528
    M.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering694
    Q:   I got 400/1000 in GATE CCMT 2024. Is there any chance to get a seat in NIT Calicut?
    A: 

    NIT Calicut GATE CCMT cutoff 2024 were published for M.Tech and M.Tech Integrated courses. As the M.Tech cutoff ranged from 355 to 599, we can observe that the admission to NIT Calicut can be possible with a score of 400 in 2024. However, there are some top courses like M.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering, M.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Information Security), and M.Tech. in Microelectronics and VLSI Design, where CCMT score of 400 won't be sufficient for candidates to get a seat at NIT Calicut. Moreover, check out the courses available with a given score of 400 at NIT Calicut:

    Course2024
    M.Tech. in Traffic and Transportation Planning396
    M.Tech. in Water Resources Engineering355
    M.Tech. in Power Systems376
    M.Tech. in Industrial Power And Automation363
    M.Tech in Environment Engineering398
    M.Tech in Geotechnical Engineering370
    Q:   What kind of courses are given by NIT Calicut?
    A: 

    National Institute of Technology Calicut courses include the flagship BTech programme. The BTech course is popular with Engineering students and is given in different specialisations. Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) is also an important course, giving a quality foundation in Design and Architecture. Other popular courses at National Institute of Technology Calicut include MPlan, MS, MTech, PhD, etc.

    Q:   How much credit is required for admissions to get MBA degree from NIT Calicut?
    A: 

    The MBA course at NIT Calicut is offered for the duration of two years. Further, it is divided into four semesters. Moreover, to get the degree, candidates are required to achieve 95 credits. The institute has distributed the credits for different components of the curriculum, such as theory, practicals, internships, etc. Check out the credit distribution in the table below:

    Composition Credit Distribution 
    Theory Courses78 
    Laboratory Courses6
    Summer internship3
    Business Research Project8

     

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    National Institute of Technology, Calicut conducts the application in online mode. Interested candidates can fill the application forms on the official website. The admissions to NIT Calicut are offered on the basis of entrance exam scores. Candidates have to fulfil the eligibility criteria. 

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     NIT Calicut cutoff 2025 was announced for the OBC AI and OBC HS categories. For the OBC AI category, the overall cutoff ranged from 160 to 57399. On the other hand, for the OBC HS quota, the cutoff varied between 77 and 52690

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    NIT Calicut BTech cutoff 2025 was published for admission to candidates who belong to the All India and Home State quota based on the JEE Main entrance examination. 

    For the General AI category, the cutoff for BTech Mechanical ranged from 15624 to 23766. On the other hand, for the General HS quota, t

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    National Institute of Technology Calicut offers BTech across several specialisations. The duration for BTech at NIT Calicut is 4 years. The eligibility for BTech courses at NIT Calicut is Class 12 with at least 75% and a valid score in JEE Main or DASA UG.

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