

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 wave of allocating seats the remaing seats are offered via CSAB Special rounds. Students have to register on the CSAB portal to take part in the special round.
- NITK Cutoff: The JEE Mains 2026 Last round cutoff closing ranks have been released for NIT Surathkal 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 most sought after course with the cutoff rank of 32570 is BTech in Mining Engineering. The Last round closing ranks were declared after the tenth round.
- Exams Accepted: The insitute accepts scores of the national level entrance exam set by NTA. Admission to the BTech is done via JEE (Main), GATE for M.Tech, CAT, MAT, or CMAT for MBA, and IIT JAM for MSc programme.
Check the table below to know NIT Surathkal cutoff for other courses:
NIT Surathkal Courses & Fees 2026
NIT Surathkal offers undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD courses across various streams like Enginnering, Management and Computer Application. Courses are offered in full-time mode.
Popular programme: BTech at NIT Surathkal is a popular programme. The institute offers BTech specialisation in Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, IT, Chemical Engineering, and others. Also the institute is known for PhD course specialisation in Engineering/ Technology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Humanities and others.
BTech Cutoff: The JEE (Main) 2026 cutoff for 2026 is in its sixth and closing round. The JEE (Main) Round 6 closing cutoff for AI category ranges between 2265 for its CSE specialisation and 30554 for BTech in Mining Engineering.
NIT Surathkal Fees 2026
The NIT Surathkal Fee for its BTech course is INR 5 lakh for the entire tuition fee for 4-years spread into 8-semesters. 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 annually.
To know more on NIT Surathkal Fees for all courses check the table below:
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 placment 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.
The average package during NIT Surathkal BTech, MCA and MTech placements 2025 was INR 17.48 LPA, INR 12.05 LPA and INR 13 LPA respectively. The median package for BTech and MTech placements in 2025 was INR 14 LPA and INR 10 LPA. For MCA students, the median package was INR 12 LPA. For more details, check out the table below:
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Particulars |
NIT-K Placements Statistics 2026 |
|---|---|
|
Highest Package |
INR 76 LPA |
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Average Package |
INR 19.55 LPA |
|
Median Package |
INR 15 LPA |
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 at 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 admisison based is based through the official page of the national-level etrance 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 |
|---|---|
Jan '27 | GATE 2027 Admit CardTentative |
6 Feb '27 | GATE 2027 Exam- Day 1 |
7 Feb '27 | GATE 2027 Exam - Day 2 |
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 |
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 |
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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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Updated on Oct 9, 2026
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