NIT Surathkal - National Institute of Technology Mangalore Answered Questions

The eligibility criteria for B.Tech. in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering differ for the reserved category candidates at NIT Surathkal. The minimum qualification for admission is a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 6.5 in the 0-10 scale grading system, or not less than 60% marks in the aggregate. However, for SC/ST/PwD candidates, the minimum CGPA is 6.0 or 55% marks in the aggregate.

With a 73.6 percentile in JEE Main as an OBC-NCL candidate, admission to NIT Surathkal is highly unlikely for any B.Tech branch. This percentile corresponds to a rank around 40,000–45,000, while the closing ranks for OBC-NCL at NIT Surathkal in 2025 ranged only between around 296 to 9,900, depending on the branch and state quota For example:Computer Science Engineering (OS quota) closed around rank 568Mechanical Engineering (OS) closed near 4,460Civil Engineering (OS) cutoff was about 7,363 

It is unlikely to get Computer Science Engineering (CSE) at NIT Trichy or NIT Surathkal with a 94.54 percentile in JEE Main Jan 2025, especially under the ST category. While 94.54 percentile is a good score, top NITs like Trichy and Surathkal have very high cutoffs for CSE, typically requiring percentiles above 99.5, even for reserved categories.  High Demand for CSE:CSE is a highly sought-after branch in NITs, and the cutoffs for this branch are generally very competitive. Top NITs:NIT Trichy and NIT Surathkal are among the top NITs, known for their strong academic programs and placements, especially in CSE. Cutoff Trends:Past trends indicate that NIT Trichy and NIT Surathkal's CSE cutoffs are significantly higher than 94.54 percentile, even for reserved categories. 

B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering at NIT Surathkal can be chosen for its strong reputation, comprehensive curriculum, experienced faculty, good infrastructure, and good placement opportunities. The program provides a solid foundation in core engineering principles and allows for specialization in areas like design, thermal engineering, and manufacturing. Graduates have opportunities to work in various sectors, including industrial, biotechnology, and water resource management. The department has a good placement record, with many students getting placed in well-known companies. The program's educational objectives include preparing graduates with problem-solving skills, strong practical and theoretical knowledge, teamwork, communication, and ethical approach, as well as critical thinking skills.

The eligibility criteria for admission to NIT Surathkal for M.Tech. in VLSI Design are:
- The candidate should have a valid GATE score.
- The candidate should have passed the prescribed qualifying examination with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 6.5 in the 0-10 scale grading system, OR not less than 60% marks in the aggregate.
- For SC/ST/PwD candidates, the prescribed minimum shall be a CGPA of 6.0 OR 55% marks in the aggregate.
- The candidate should have a degree in a relevant field, such as Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science and Engineering.

Admission to M.Tech. in VLSI Design at NIT Surathkal is based on a valid GATE score. The candidate should have a minimum CGPA of 6.5 in the 0-10 scale grading system or 60% marks in the aggregate in the qualifying examination. The admission process is done through Centralized Counselling (CCMT).