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NIT Surathkal Highlights 2025

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Q: Β  What is NIT Surathkal famous for?
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The average package for both NIT Surathkal BTech (IT) andM.Tech (IT) recorded a year-on-year growth over the past three years. The highest package offered during NIT Surathkal placements 2023 for BTech stood at INR 54.75 LPA. Moreover, Out of 1,730 eligible students, 1,509 students were placed successfully. The Institute has been ranked 17 by the NIRF Rankings 2025 under the Engineering category.Additionally, the institute also provides campus facilities such as:

  • A fully Wi-Fi campus.

  • Auditorium.

  • Well-equipped Conference hall and Seminar hall.

  • Libraries with a collection of 1,30,006 volumes

  • Hostels facility for boys & girls

  • Gym and Medical facilities

Q: Β  Is it expensive to study BTech at NIT Surathkal?
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NIT Surathkal offers the flagship BTech programme to students and is often sought out by students looking for a career in the Engineering domain. The total tuition fees for NIT Surathkal BTech ranges around INR 5 L. The course is available in a variety of Engineering specializations. Interested candidates can also check out the various NIT Surathkal scholarship schemes offered to assist students.

Q: Β  What is the M.Tech course fee at NIT Surathkal?
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The total tuition fee for all the M.Tech programmes is INR 1.4 lakh. The final admission fee will be inclusive of other charges and hence will be higher 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 official website.

NIT Surathkal Popular Programmes 2025

B.E. / B.Tech

11 CoursesStar Icon4.4(433)4 years#17 NIRF
β‚Ή5 L
β‚Ή14.21 LPA

M.E./M.Tech

33 CoursesStar Icon4.4(34)2 years
β‚Ή1.4 L
β‚Ή11.6 LPA

MBA/PGDM

1 CourseStar Icon4.0(26)2 years
β‚Ή4 L
β‚Ή7 LPA

MCA

1 CourseStar Icon4.4(14)3 years
β‚Ή2.1 L
β‚Ή10 LPA

M.Sc.

2 Courses2 years
β‚Ή30 K
β‚Ή6.25 LPA

Ph.D.

12 CoursesStar Icon4.3(3)2 years
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Q: Β  Does NIT Surathkal offer MBA course?
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Yes, MBA is available at NIT Surathkal. It is a PG-level course offered in full-time mode. The duration of this programme is two years. Students enrolled in this programme learn about different domains of Management, such as HR, Finance, and others. Admission to NITK MBA is made based on the overall student profile.

NIT Surathkal Admission Process and Important Dates 2025

B.E. / B.Tech Admissions 2026

11 Courses4 years
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  • 10+2 with 45% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: KCET, JEE Main, DASA UG
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Oct '25
JEE Main 2026 Registration Session 1Ongoing
Jan '26
JEE Main Admit Card 2025 Session 1Tentative
Jan '26
JEE Main 2026 Exam Date Session 1Tentative
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Q: Β  How can I get admission in NITK Surathkal for MBA?
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The selection process for the MBA programme at NITK Surathkal is based on GMAT/CAT score followed by group discussion and personal interview. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree with 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST) are eligible to apply for an MBA. Eligible students can apply by visiting the official website.

Q: Β  How to get into NIT Surathkal for MTech?
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Candidates seeking admission shall apply for GATE through the COAPS portal and take the entrance exam. Candidates with a Bachelor’s or an equivalent degree in an appropriate branch of Engineering of a minimum four-year duration with 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST/PwD) can apply. The students shortlisted based on GATE score are further required to appear for CCMT counselling following which the seat allotment is carried out.

Q: Β  Is NIT Surathkal good for BTech?
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Yes, it is a good institute for BTech. In 2022, as per media reports, the institute has recorded a placement rate of 93% for BTech. Moreover, the highest and average package offered in NITK BTech placement 2022 was INR 45.03 LPA and INR 23.03 LPA, respectively. The technology institute is ranked 10 as per the NIRF rankings among the top β€œEngineering” colleges in India.

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NIT Surathkal
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4.4/5
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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 Civil Engineering - Batch of 2021
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NIT Surathkal college review.
Placements: The overall placement rate for B.Tech students is sitting at a solid 93%. Pretty impressive, right now, to get the best offers, it's crucial to keep that CGPA above 7. With some hard work, folks are landing packages around 20 LPA. I even know a senior who scored a whopping 55 LPA. Internships kick off in the 3rd year, and it's not uncommon for students to snag pre-placement offers. The average package hovers around 12 LPA. During internships, big names like Microsoft, Oracle, Texas Instruments, and Uber come to NITK.
Infrastructure: Our course benefits from great facilities and infrastructure. The campus has a central library, Wi-Fi access, and digital classrooms. The hostel accommodation is good, with tasty meals served in both the mess and canteen. There is also a multi-sports complex available.
Faculty: Most teachers are quite experienced and have good qualifications. The set of people most likely to receive support from them is the students who are aimed at job placement. The subject matter is directly related to the financial sector, especially in areas like accounting and auditing. To sum up, the staff is very competent and can achieve great results.
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B.Tech. in Civil Engineering - Batch of 2026
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Absolutely a good college in order to learn, with better infrastructure and good placements in 2026.
Placements: In civil engineering, we have 70% placed in different companies, and rest are for higher studies like M.Tech, MBA, M.Sc. Our college placement cell, CDC, has been doing great work for past 3-4 years. Highest package is 22 LPA, and the lowest is 4.5 LPA. Top recruiting company is BPCL. 30% of students got internships, and top roles are associate engineering and supply chain.
Infrastructure: Infrastructure in our college has been developing over last 4 years. We got new hostels this year, and last year they inaugurated a new lecture hall. Wi-Fi is pretty good, and labs are maintained and equipped with the latest machines. Classroom has good ventilation and proper spacing, with a smart board also. We also have 2 libraries, one of which is 24hrs open. Food quality in mess is normal, and canteen has good food also. We have a medical centre, also with all types of doctors available. We have many grounds in college for sports, such as indoor and outdoor as well.
Faculty: Teachers are very knowledgeable and qualified. Teaching quality is also modernized, like they teach on a smart board and also on a blackboard. For my branch of civil Engineering, the course curriculum is enough to be qualified as a civil engineer. Semester exams are of a moderate to hard level. Pass percentage is like 90%.
Other: I chose the Civil Engineering course from JoSAA counseling through JEE main exam. Best things in civil engineering course are labs and practical training. Everything is fine with my course. Civil Engineering connection is with many other colleges, and they also conduct many events in college just to discuss and prepare necessary improvements for civil Engineering sector.
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B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2028
3.2
4Placements3Infrastructure3Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
My college has good infrastructure, and facilities are also good.
Placements: In my college, approximately 95% of students get placed, with the highest package being 54 LPA and the lowest 11 LPA. Some subjects in my course are very good. About 50% of the students in my course receive internships.
Infrastructure: Facilities provided to us are very good. Wi-Fi facility quality is also excellent. Classrooms are well-maintained and have Wi-Fi access. Regarding hostels, the food available is average. Medical facilities, sports, and games are also well-maintained.
Faculty: Teachers are very good, qualified, helpful, and knowledgeable. The semester exams are not too difficult but slightly above average, with a pass percentage of about 97-99%. The course curriculum is relevant and also prepares students for the industry.
Other: I choose this course because I love working on computers. The fests are very good.
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M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering - Batch of 2025
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5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
NIT Surathkal College Review.
Placements: Almost all of the students who signed up for our course got placed, except a few who wanted to go for higher studies. The highest package is 48 LPA, and the average is around 10 LPA. Moreover, around 80% of students received internships.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure is good, with good facilities for sports and academics. LAN ports are available for connection to the public Ethernet, which is unlimited. Various events are well-organized on our campus, and different clubs provide different opportunities.
Faculty: Teachers are highly qualified with great experience. The teaching quality is Excellent. The course curriculum is relevant, and it makes students industry ready. Semester exams are neither easy as well as not too difficult. The pass percentage is 50% of the class average marks.
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B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering - Batch of 2028
4.2
4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
Review of NIT Surathkal - National Institute of Technology.
Placements: All I want to say about placements is that mechanical students tend toΒ get selected more into non-core, management, and other sectors than into core mechanical roles. So, yes, the placements look good on paper, but you need to realize there aren't many jobs available, and even if there are, they don't pay well.
Infrastructure: The hostels are pretty decent. The first-year boys' hostel is basic, but after that, the second-year Shivalik hostel is basically a hotel. The third and fourth-year single rooms are excellent. I think you won't be disappointed with them. They are better than most government colleges, though they have some issues too.
Faculty: The collegeΒ offers a basic engineering education. It's the same as every other college, with nothing new an old curriculum that's recycled repeatedly. The teachers try to teach, but their assistants (TAs) often outperform them in teaching quality. It's pretty standard. Like every other college, there's nothing particularly innovative.
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B.Tech. in Mining Engineering - Batch of 2026
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4Placements4Infrastructure3Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
My review of Mining Engineering at NITK, Surathkal.
Placements: I am a B.Tech mining engineering student from the 2026 batch. On-campus internships are negligible, though a few students secure off-campus internships. For placements, Vedanta & JSW are the major recruiters for Mining. Vedanta gives good packages than any other core company. But they require a maximum gap of 1 year, which means the gap between the 12th/PUC and engineering should not exceed 1 year. Its CTC is 16 LPA ( in 2025) for mining engineers, and other core branch has around 14 LPA (2025).
Infrastructure: Hostels are good. In the first year of B.Tech, 3 students need to stay in a shared room. In the second year, 2 students need to stay in a shared room. In the 3rd & 4th year, students are allotted a single sharing room in mega tower hostels. Now all rooms have LAN facilities, but it fluctuates.
Faculty: Mining department has only around 10 - 11 faculty staff. Few are good and few are worse. Scoring is easy in mining. But for mining engineering, you won't get good materials on the internet or in the library (no good books there for mining), and the professors won't provide lecture materials.
Other: If your ranking is low, then choosing mining engineering at NITK is the best option if you want to study in NITs.
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025Read More
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NIT Surathkal Cutoff 2025

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Course202320242025
B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering603049555316
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering230219202158
B.Tech. in Information Technology412831923739
B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence343030533264
B.Tech. in Computational and Data Science473739434470
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Q: Β  How many entrance exam cutoffs will be released for admission to BTech at NIT Surathkal?
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NIT Surathkal will release 7-8 rounds of JEE Main cutoffs for admission to BTech. 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: Β  How much should I score in GATE to get M.Tech seat in NIT Surathkal Computer Science?
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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 1678
Round 2637
Round 3637
Round 4618
Round 5607
Round 6607
Q: Β  What has been the trend for cut-off in BTech in Mechanical Engineering at NIT Surathkal in the last few years?
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The cutoff trend for BTech at NIT Surathkal - National Institute of Technology has been increasing in the recent years. In 2021, the closing rank for BTech under the General category for all India quota was 13365. In 2022, it increased to 13567. Likewise, the cut off ranks have changed from 21629 to 25794 for OBC, 2472 to 65567 for SC, 79634 to 62185 for ST, 17978 to 18151 for EWS and 586 to 353872 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.

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NIT Surathkal Rankings 2025

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Publisher202320242025
NIRF121717
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Q: Β  What is the JEE Main Round 6 opening and closing rank for Civil Engineering at NIT Surathkal?
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Opening and Closing rank depends on the category and quota of candidates. For JEE Main Round 6 cutoff 2023, the opening rank was 20639 and closing rank was 23632 for the general category candidates under All India quota. Cut off are different 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 29862 and 33071. Admission to Civil Engineering in NIT Surathkal is based on the scores obtained in the JEE Main entrance exam. Applicants are advised to confirm what category are they applying while checking for cut offs.

Q: Β  What is the JEE Main Round 6 opening and closing rank for Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning at NIT Surathkal?
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Opening and Closing rank depends on the category and quota of candidates. For JEE Main Round 6 cutoff 2023, the opening rank was 2588 and closing rank was 2973 for the general category candidates under All India quota. Cut off are different 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 3285 and 4161. Admission to Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning in NIT Surathkal is based on the scores obtained in the JEE Main entrance exam. Applicants are advised to confirm what category are they applying while checking for cut offs.

Q: Β  Can I get admission to NIT Surathkal for BTech in Civil Engineering if my rank is between 25000 and 30000?
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For last year, the closing rank for BTech in Civil Engineering was 25078 which is very close to this range. This was for the General category under the All India quota. Unless the candidate belongs to some other category or domicile, one cannot afford to score less than this. With this rank, there is a probability of getting admission however since, the cut-offs keep changing year on year, it is advisable to try to score better ranks to increase your chances of getting admission to NIT Surathkal - National Institute of Technology.

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NIT Surathkal Placements 2025

CourseMedian Salary
B.E. / B.Tech
β‚Ή14.21 LPA
M.E./M.Tech
β‚Ή11.6 LPA
MBA/PGDM
β‚Ή7 LPA
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Axis Bank
Bajaj Auto
Bosch Ltd
CapGemini
Deloitte
EXL Services
GAIL(Gas AuthorityOf IndiaLtd)
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Internships and industry projects

Students can work with faculty on research projects

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Internships and industry projects

Offered every semester

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Employment opportunities

Many students started their own start-ups

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Employment opportunities

Higher in core jobs

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Higher studies preferences

Both inside India & outside India

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Organized & proactive placement process

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Strong alumni network that help with placement opportunities

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Entrepreneurship cell

Very Active and resourceful, college is also involved

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Love being in college

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Q: Β  Which was the top course during NITK placements?
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The institute has released the course-wise statistics for 2023 placements. Out of all courses, MCA recorded the highest placement rate during NIT Surathkal placements 2023. The highest package was offered to the BTech batch 2019-23. The table below mentions the course-wise placement rate and the highest package for 2023:

CoursePlacement Rate (2023)the highest Package (2023)
BTech93%INR 54.75 LPA
MBA72.09%INR 9.83 LPA
MCA94.44%INR 38.14 LPA
MSc54.90%INR 18 LPA
MTech83.05%INR 38.14 LPA
Q: Β  What is the average package for ECE in NIT Surathkal?
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The branch-wise salary details are available for the 2023 drive. As per the latest report, the average package for BTech ECE stood at INR 20.62 LPA. Further, the highest package and median package offered to BTech ECE students were INR 54.75 LPA and INR 16 LPA, respectively. The following table depicts the NIT Surathkal average package and other salary data for BTech ECE placements 2023:

ParticularsBTech ECE Placement Statistics (2023)
the highest packageINR 54.75 LPA
Average packageINR 20.62 LPA
Median packageINR 16 LPA

Along with the above information, the number of eligible students and the number of students placed over the past three years of BTech ECE placements are showcased below:

ParticularsBTech ECE Placement Statistics (2021)BTech ECE Placement Statistics (2022)BTech ECE Placement Statistics (2023)
Eligible students84102112
Students placed77100108
Placement rate92%98%96.42%

The infographic below showcases the overall BTech salary trends for the past two years:

NIT Surathkal average package

 

Q: Β  How are the placements for IT in NITK Surathkal?
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As per the latest report, 100% of M.Tech IT and 99.11% of the BTech IT batch were placed in the 2023 drive. The highest package offered to BTech IT students was INR 54.75 LPA. Take a look at the below table depicting the IT placement data for NIT Surathkal placements 2023:

ParticularsBTech IT Placement Statistics (2023)MTech IT Placement Statistics (2023)
the highest packageINR 54.75 LPAN/A
Average packageINR 24.97 LPAN/A
Median packageINR 20 LPAN/A
Eligible students11335
Students placed11235
Placement rate99.11%100%

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Q: Β  Can I join NIT Surathakal through KCET?
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No, admissions at NIT Surathkal are only through national-level entrance exams, such as JEE Mains, GATE, CAT etc. Apart from this, students need to meet the last educational qualification s per course requirement. Studnets can check the list of course eligibility and selection for few of top courses offered at NIT Surathakal admissions from the table presneted below:

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MCAGraduate with 60% aggregateNIMCET + Counselling
BTechClass 12 with 75% aggregateJEE Main, DASA UG, CSAB + JoSAA counselling
MBAGraduation with 50% aggregateMAT, CAT, GATE + GD & PI
MScGraduation with 60% aggregateIIT JAM, +CCMN counselling
MTechGraduation with 60% aggregateGATE +  CCMT counselling

Other than the entrance exam scores there is no other means to get into NIT Surathakal

Q: Β  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.

Q: Β  What is the total tuition fee for MBA programme at NIT Surathkal?
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The total tuition fee to pursue an MBA at NITK is INR 4 lakh. Other than this, the fee structure includes other charges such as admission fees, hostel fees, development & training fees, etc. Candidates who wish to know the complete fee structure can visit the official website of the institute.

Note: The above-mentioned fee is as per the official sources. However, it is indicative and subject to change.

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Q: Β  Is it better to choose NIT Surathkal over NIT Rourkela for an MSc in Physics?
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National Institute of Technology Surathkal and National Institute of Technology Rourkela are the two prominent colleges for MSc admissions. Both colleges accept IIT JAM scores, followed by CCMN counselling for MSc admission. NIT Surathkal CCMN cutoff 2025 has been released for Round 1, wherein the closing rank for MSc in Physics was 920 for the General AI quota. Similarly, for NIT Rourkela, the cutoff rank stood at 755. 

As per the cutoff information available, it can be observed that NIT Rourkela is comparatively more demanding among the candidates. So, it depends on the marks of the candidates. Additionally, students can also refer to the table below to do a comparative analysis of which college is better considering other parameters such as placements, ranking, and fees:

Let's compare other aspects for thorough understanding from the table given below:

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MSc Tuition Fees 

Average Package 

NIRF Ranking 2024

NIT Surathkal

INR 30K INR 7.10 LPA (2023)17

NIT Rourkela

INR 30K - INR 75KINR 7.66 LPA (2024)19
Q: Β  Which is the best NIT for BTech among Surathkal, Rourkela, and Trichy?
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A comparison between NIT Surathkal, NIT Trichy and NIT Rourkela is presented in the below table:

NITs

Total Tuition Fees*

BTech at NIT Surathkal

INR 5 lakh

BTeach at NIT Trichy

INR 5 lakh

BTech at NIT Rourkela

INR 5 Lacs - INR 6.25 lakh

*The above-mentioned tuition fee is taken from unofficial sources and thus may vary. Moreover, the fee range for NIT Rourkela includes fees of BTech+MTech courses.

Q: Β  Which is better NIT Trichy or NIT Surathkal for MTech?
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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 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.

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Q: Β  How to reach NIT Surathkal?
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Students arriving at the Mangalore International Airport can take an around 30-minute drive to reach the NITK campus. Further, students opting for rail travel can arrive at Surathkal Railway Station and take a barely 10-minute drive to reach the campus of NIT Surathkal. Being located in a convenient setting, the students at NITK would experience accessibility and well-connected facilities at the campus.

Q: Β  Does NIT Surathkal provide hostel facilities to students?
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NIT Surathkal provides hostel facilities for boys and girls. There are a total of 12 hostel blocks for boys, and 5 hostel blocks (approximate number) for girls with WiFi and power backup facilities. The institute also has an International hostel. Additionally, the hostel also has multiple dining halls that offer a variety of cuisine for students.

Q: Β  What are the various departments at NIT Surathkal?
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NIT Surathkal has several departments that provide course training in Engineering as well as Management fields. The various NITK departments are mentioned below:

  1. Water Resources & Ocean Engg
  2. Civil Engineering
  3. Electronics and Communication Engineering
  4. Mechanical Engineering
  5. Physics
  6. Chemical Engineering
  7. Computer Science and Engineering
  8. Information Technology
  9. Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
  10. School of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Management
  11. Chemistry
  12. Computer Science and Engineering
  13. Mathematical and Computational Sciences
  14. Mining Engineering
  15. Career Development Centre (Formerly Placement & Training)
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Q: Β  How many departments does NIT Surathkal have?
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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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NIT Surathkal FAQs

Q: Β  What is the minimum percentile required to get a call from NIT Surathkal?
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NIT Surathkal admission to the PGDM courses like MBA are conducted through CAT aggregate percentile. For getting into a NIT Surathkal, One need to score a minimum overall CAT percentile of 80, according to NIT Surathkal CAT cutoff 2023.

Q: Β  How is the placement of 2019-2023 batch at NITK Surathkal?
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The BTech placement rate for the 2019-23 batch was 93%. From 2021 to 2023, the placement rate has been nearly the same. The following table depicts the NIT Surathkal BTech placement trends:

ParticularsBTech Placement Statistics (2021)BTech Placement Statistics (2022)BTech Placement Statistics (2023)
the highest packageN/AINR 45.03 LPAINR 54.75 LPA
Average packageN/AINR 15.84 LPAINR 18.26 LPA
Median packageN/AINR 12.84 LPAINR 15 LPA
No. of eligible students661762856
No. of students placed608708796
Placement rate92%93%93%
Q: Β  How can I get admission in NIT Surathkal?
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Admission to the courses at the institute is entrance-based. The institute accepts national-level exam scores (for example, JEE Mains/GATE/IIT JAM). Aspirants can fill out the accepted entrance test application. Further, based on exam scores and performance in the round of counselling, seats are allotted to eligible students in NIT Surathkal. The application process for the popular courses offered by the institute are:

  1. BTech aspirants must fill out the application form for JEE Main through the official website of the National Testing Agency (NTA). 
  2. MTech aspirants are required to register for GATE through the official website of the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS).
  3. For MSc admission, candidates need to apply to IIT JAM through the official website of the respective conducting body 
  4. Similarly, for the MBA programme, candidates need to apply for CAT/MAT/GMAT on their respective conducting bodies.
Q: Β  What is the average package of CSE at NIT Surathkal?
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The NIT Surathkal CSE average package for the 2023 BTech placements stood at INR 27.68 LPA. In addition, the highest package and median package offered to BTech CSE students were INR 54.75 LPA and INR 28.19 LPA, respectively. Check the below table for BTech CSE salary details for 2022-23 academic year:

ParticularsBTech CSE Placement Statistics (2023)
Average packageINR 27.68 LPA
Median packageINR 28.19 LPA
the highest packageINR 54.75 LPA
Q: Β  How many seat seats are available for BTech at NIT Surathkal?
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The BTech specialisations along with the seat intake offered are tabulated below:

BTech SpecialisationSeat Intake (State)Seat Intake (All India Seats)
Chemical Engineering2929
Civil Engineering5758
Computational and Data Science1515
Computer Science Engineering5857
Electronics and Communication Engineering5858
Mechanical Engineering8787
Metallurgical and Materials Engineering2929
Mining Engineering2929
Q: Β  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: Β  How are the placements of B.Tech in Information Technology from NIT, Surathkal?
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During National Institute of Technology Surathkal placements 2022, the highest package offered to BTech (Information Technology) students was INR 45.03 LPA. The average package offered during NIT Surathkal placements 2022 for BTech (IT) students was INR 23.03 LPA. Moreover, out of 1,626 eligible students, 1,350 students were placed successfully during National Institute of Technology Surathkal placements 2022.

Q: Β  What is the BTech admission procedure at NIT Surathkal?
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NIT Surathkal BTech admission is done basis JEE Main score followed by JoSAA counseling. Candidates need to apply online for NIT Surathkal admissions. The documents required at the time of admission include Photo ID proof (Government authorised), Class 10 passing out certificate (date of birth proof), Transfer certificate, Character certificate, Migration Certificate, Medical Certificate, etc.

Q: Β  What is the total tuition fee for BTech programme at NIT Surathkal?
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NIT Surathkal BTech fee structure includes various components such as tuition fees, examination fees, training fees, etc. As per the structure, the total tuition fees is INR 5 lakh. To know the other fees, candidates are advised to visit the official website of the institute.

Note: The above-mentioned fee is as per the official sources. However, it is indicative and subject to change.

Q: Β  How to apply for JEE Main for BTech admissions at NIT Surathkal?
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For admission to NIT Surathkal BTech courses, students must appear for the JEE Main exam. The steps to apply for JEE Main are as follows:

1. Visit the JEE Main official website of NTA.

2. Click on the 'New Candidate Registration' link.

3. Fill in the required details and create a password of your choice to register for the exam.

4. Log in to the newly made account and fill out the application form.

5. Upload the documents.

6. Pay the application fee and book the slot for the exam.

Q: Β  Can I get admission at NIT Surathkal in BTech CSE if my rank is between 23000 and 24000?
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NIT Surathkal JEE Main Round 6 cutoff for Civil Engineering is 23632 which is very close to this range. This was for general category under All India quota. Unless the candidate belongs to some other category or domicile, one can not afford to score less than this. With this rank, there is a probability of getting admission however since, the cut offs keep changing from round to round, better ranks definitely increases your chances of getting admission in NIT Surathkal.

Q: Β  What is the cutoff for BTech in Mining Engineering at NIT Surathkal for other than general categories?
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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.

Q: Β  How many entrance exam cutoffs will be released for admission to BTech Computer Science & Engineering at NIT Surathkal?
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NIT Surathkal will releases 6-8 rounds of JEE Main cutoffs for admission to BTech in CSE. The cutoffs are released on a rolling basis, and the seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. The cutoffs are 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: Β  How are the placements at NIT Surathkal?
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NIT Surathkal offers placements to students in a wide variety of industrial fields. Students can participate in the various events and workshops organized by the Placement Cell and can avail the benefits of experiencing holistic development. During the 2024 placements cycle, the institute recorded 75% placement rate, with the highest package being INR 55 LPA. The top recruiters at NITK include Amazon, Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, among others.

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Can I get NIT Surathkal's EEE branch with a score of 80 percentile in JEE 2025? I have Home State and ST category quota.

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Yes a student can get Nit Suruthkal's EEE branch with a score of 80 percentile in JEE Mains 2025 exam because the students are from home state and their category is St the excepted rank for admission in EEE branch in this college is 30000 to 50000 and if you are St category caste and you are from th

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