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NIT Surathkal Courses and Fees 2026

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B.E. / B.Tech(11 courses)
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10+2 : 75 %
Exams : KCETJEE Main
M.E./M.Tech(33 courses)
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Graduation : 60 %
Exams : GATE
MBA/PGDM(1 course)
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Graduation : 50 %
Exams : MATCAT+1 More
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Q:   Is NIT Surathkal good for MCA?
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 It is a good institute to pursue an MCA course. The institute offers great placement opportunities to students. As per the media reports, the institute has concluded 2022 placements with 88% of MCA candidates getting placed.

Q:   Is NIT Surathkal good for MBA?
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It is one of the renowned institutes in India. The institute imparts quality education with its highly qualified faculty and excellent course curriculums. The 2021-22 MBA placement drive was concluded with 76% of students getting placed. With the placements support by the institute, candidates can grab great career opportunities.

Q:   What is the JEE Main cutoff of NIT Surathkal for admission?
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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. 

CategoryNIT 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
Q:   How can I apply for NIT Surathkal?
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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.

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B.E. / B.Tech

11 CoursesStar Icon4.4(438)4 years#17 NIRF
₹14 LPA
₹5 L

M.E./M.Tech

33 CoursesStar Icon4.4(35)2 years
₹10 LPA
₹1.4 L

MBA/PGDM

1 CourseStar Icon4.0(26)2 years
₹7 LPA
₹4 L

M.Sc.

2 Courses2 years
₹6.24 LPA
₹30 K - 4 L

MCA

1 CourseStar Icon4.3(13)3 years
₹12 LPA
₹2.1 L

Ph.D.

12 CoursesStar Icon4.3(3)2 years
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Q:   What are the various collaborations of NIT Surathkal?
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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

Q:   Will a gap year after Class 12 affect my admission chances at NIT Surathkal?
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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.

Q:   Can I get admission in NIT Surathkal without GATE?
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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.

Q:   Can I apply at NIT Rourkela for M.Tech without GATE score?
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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.

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B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering

Star Icon4.54 years#17 NIRF
115
₹28.21 LPA
₹5 L

B.Tech. in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

Star Icon4.64 years#17 NIRF
60
₹10 LPA
₹5 L

Master of Computer Applications (MCA)

Star Icon4.33 years
51
₹12 LPA
₹2.1 L

B.Tech. in Civil Engineering

Star Icon4.44 years#17 NIRF
115
₹11.7 LPA
₹5 L

M.Sc. in Physics

2 years
33
₹6.24 LPA
₹4 L

B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering

Star Icon4.44 years#17 NIRF
116
₹19 LPA
₹5 L

B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering

Star Icon4.44 years#17 NIRF
174
₹10.44 LPA
₹5 L

Ph.D. in information Technology

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M.Sc. in Chemistry

2 years
33
₹6.24 LPA
₹30 K

B.Tech. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Star Icon4.44 years#17 NIRF
116
₹16 LPA
₹5 L

B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering

Star Icon4.44 years#17 NIRF
58
₹10.44 LPA
₹5 L

B.Tech. in Mining Engineering

Star Icon4.24 years#17 NIRF
60
₹10.25 LPA
₹5 L
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Q:   What is the M.Tech course fee at NIT Surathkal?
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NIT Surathkal MTech total fees is INR 1.4 lakh. The final admission fee will be inclusive of other charges and hence will be more than the mentioned amount. It must be taken into account that the given fee is as per the past years' fee structure and thus may vary. The institute publishes the fee structure on its website.

Q:   For studying MTech should I choose NIT Trichy or NIT Surathkal?
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The total tuition fee for MTech at NIT Surathkal ranges between INR 1.4 lakh - INR 2.8 lakh and for NIT Trichy it ranges between INR 1.4 lakh - INR 3.6 lakh. NIT Surathkal has been ranked 113 by the QS Rankings 2026 under the Asian University Rankings - Southern Asia category. It has also been ranked 17 by the NIRF Rankings 2025 under the Engineering category. Moreover, NIT Trichy MTech in Communication Systems course is rated 5.0 out of 5 by 1 genuine verified student while NIT Surathkal same course is rated 4.0 out of 5 by 1 student at Shiksha.

Considering the NIRF ranking and fee, NIT Trichy emerges as a better option for the aspirants of MTech programme.

Q:   What is the duration of MCA in NIT Surathkal?
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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. 

Q:   What are the departments of NIT Surathkal?
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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).

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The top recruiting companies are Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Wells Fargo, Sprinkler, Citi India, Adobe, and Oracle.
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B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering - Batch of 2021
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A good college to consider.
Placements: Nearly 80 percent of students got placed, and others also did not feel that they were not placed. They went for higher studies. Microsoft was the top recruiter. More than 50 percent of students got internships. SDE was one of the top roles. The highest package offered was 73 LPA for the IT, CS, and CSS branches and 64 LPA for the AI branch.
Infrastructure: Some hostels were good. We were not allowed to use any electrical appliance, not even an iron. Weather was too hot. We were not allowed to bring a table fan. Wi-Fi was available all over the campus with CCTV security. The library was good, with all types of books. Technology-based books were also available. Classrooms were spacious and digitally updated.
Faculty: Faculty of the college was very good. They had experienced professors who guided students in the right way. They were extremely helpful and motivated students to try something new. They were all Ph.D. qualified and had practical as well as theoretical knowledge. They were always ready to clear doubts. The semester examination system included end-semester exams and mid-semester exams. Each semester was 6 months. The course consisted of 4 semester exams. Lab practical tests and viva examinations were also conducted.
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B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering - Batch of 2029
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4.0Placements5.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money
Campus life is really good. The campus is full of greenery.
Placements: I'm studying at NITK Surathkal as a mechanical engineering student. Around 80-90 percent of students who sit for placements get placed. The average package is around 10 LPA-12 LPA, and the highest can go above 25 LPA. Top recruiters are L&T, Mahindra, Bosch, etc. Around 60-70 percent of students got an internship through campus or non-campus opportunities. Top offered roles include R&D engineer, Design engineer, mechanical engineer, and production engineer.
Infrastructure: The department of my course is quite big, with many facilities like projectors, big classrooms, and sufficient labs and faculty. For internet facilities, we have Wi-Fi and Ethernet. We have a library for study and supportive faculty. Food quality is decent in the mess, but the night canteen and food court offer good food. For sports, there are cricket, football, and tennis grounds and 2 sports complexes, including space for a gym, badminton ground, etc. For medical facilities, we have an HCC health centre.
Faculty: Teachers are helpful, supportive, qualified, knowledgeable, and good in their domains. The teaching quality of most of the teachers is really good and interactive, but the issue is that faculty members are quite strict, especially in the mechanical branch. Course curriculum, according to me, is relevant and makes people industry-ready because a lot of students have achieved good success in their career life. Semester exams are quite difficult but sometimes easy also depends on the faculty members.
Other: I chose this course because it has a lot of future opportunities, as this course is growing, plus I was also interested in mechanical engineering, and NITK is one of the best for that. The best thing about this course is that it makes students industry-ready because it also includes projects and improves students' thinking. Although the course is good for technical knowledge, it still lacks real-world skills like communication, which should be improved. On campus, the best thing is that events, fests, etc., happen very often, which help to reduce academic stress.
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Placements: Nearly 80 percent of students got placed, and others also did not like that they were not placed. They went for higher studies. Microsoft was the top recruiter. More than 50 percent of students got internships. SDE was one of the top roles. The highest package was offered 73 LPA for the IT, CS, and CSS branch and 64 LPA for the AI branch.
Infrastructure: Wi-Fi, labs, classrooms, everything is fine, but the thing was about food which was good in the specific mess like Satpura, and the remaining mess were also good but not that good. There were night canteens where you could buy and eat up to 1:00 AM. There was a smartbox delivery system where the food came and you could pick up from there.
Faculty: All teachers were highly qualified. The curriculum was not that industry relevant, but from 2nd year it was good. There was not a single criteria for passing. Every course had relative grading, and it totally depended on the course instructor and students no need to worry.
Other: Incident was the best and extraordinary fest in this college.
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Strong academics, experienced faculty, and excellent campus life.
Placements: 74 percent of students get placed in the campus drive. The highest CTC is around 34 LPA, and the average package is around 11 LPA. Oracle, Airtel, HDFC, and CITI Bank are the top recruiting companies. Around 80–90 percent of students receive internships, commonly offered by Microsoft, Oracle, and Uber.
Infrastructure: The entire campus, including academic blocks, hostels, and the library, is enabled with high-speed Wi-Fi. The department has well-maintained laboratories. Classrooms are spacious, well-ventilated, and equipped with projectors, smart boards, and audio-visual aids.
Faculty: The teachers are highly qualified, knowledgeable, and generally helpful. The curriculum is well-structured and regularly updated as per AICTE and NIT standards, covering all core subjects. Semester exams are moderately difficult and test conceptual understanding rather than rote learning.
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B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2028
4.4
5.0Placements5.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty4.0Crowd & Campus Life4.0Value for Money
Nice college in Mangalore.
Placements: Internships are provided by various tech companies that come to the college. They offer role which are pretty much what you're expected to get from the college. The time period is for around 2-6 months. The placements are pretty good, with top companies attending them. Companies such as Goldman Sachs, Google, Microsoft, etc., participate in them. The highest package goes around 56 LPA, the average for CSE being around 28 LPA. 95% of them are placed.
Infrastructure: The nightlife is really amazing, the hostel timings are really to our access. The beaches here make the vibe. There are numerous places you could hang out. Gym are open till late evening. There are 12 hostels. In 1st year, triple-sharing rooms are available. In each room, they provide a table, chair, and bed. In the room, they provide Wi-Fi. Mess food is good, it includes all varieties of dishes. Spiritual, dancing, drama. Sports facilities are good, mostly all types of sports facilities are available. There is a huge swimming pool also present.
Faculty: The courses that happen here are just the ones you would get at elite colleges. The courses are top class with the professors who are experts in their subject. 4 years of exams per semester, which are of a moderate level of difficulty. Which comprises 1 midsem, 2 quizzes, and an end-of-semester exam. Faculty to students ratio is about 1:10. The relationship between each other couldn't be any better. The professors are always there to guide and teach you at all times.
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B.Tech. in Mining Engineering - Batch of 2029
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Reality for NITK about all the important things.
Placements: Around 80 percent of students are placed from mining. The highest package is 36 LPA, and the median is around 12 LPA and the same for the average. Top recruitment companies are Vedanta, mainly for core, for tech, most of the top companies are there. Internship is bad, it's around 10 to 20 percent. GET is the top core role.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure is also good but still needs improvement. Facilities here in our hostel are really so basic and just block 1 is good as per mess and all, so you should try to go there as the facilities are so good you will enjoy.
Faculty: Faculty members are really good, and in mining there is a lot of time to enjoy and explore what you want to do. The career and semester exams, as heard by seniors, are, and when you come to mining you will realise that in NITK it is known as the most chill branch.
Other: I just simply got this course, and all of us in mining have the same scenario, but it's a good branch as I realised it here.
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What is the NIT Surathkal NIRF ranking under different categories?

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Given below is the category wise NIT Surathkal NIRF ranking for 2025:

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54

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17

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How does NIT Surathkal NIRF report help students in making a decision about admission?

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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:

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What is the last date to get fee refund of BTech course at NITK?

Answered 2 months ago

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.

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Who is eligible for Merit-cum-Means Scholarship at NIT Surathkal?

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To be eligible for Merit-cum-Means Scholarship check below criteria:

  • The scholarship will be awarded in the institute every year to top 50 meritorious students in the order of merit based on JEE (Main) All India Rank, subject to the condition that their parents income is less than INR 4.5 lakh.
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Is NIT Surathkal the best BTech college in Mangalore?

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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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