M.Tech by Research in Computational and Data Science
via NIT Surathkal (NITK)
Online M.Tech Data Science and Engineering
via BITS Pilani
Location
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Establishment Year
Campus Size
Total Courses Offered
Careers360 University Rank
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(Engineering and Architecture)
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Ranking & Accreditations
BITS Pilani's position jumped by 9 spots.
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Ranking & Accreditations
BITS Pilani shows the highest increase of 31% among all compared colleges.
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Ranking & Accreditations
NIT Surathkal (NITK) has shown a downward trend over the years, whereas BITS Pilani has shown an upward trend over the years.
Source: NIRF
Data presented for the year 2025
Total Students Placed
(In Engineering and Architecture)
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Graduating Students
(In Engineering and Architecture)
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(In Engineering and Architecture)
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Graduating Students
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Placement Statistics
The average salary of NIT Surathkal (NITK) stands highest at 10 LPA.
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Placement Statistics
NIT Surathkal (NITK) recruited highest number of students with 1388 placements.
Source: NIRF
Course Credential
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Admission Details
Admission for M.Tech (Non-scholarship), M.Tech (Sponsored seats), M.Tech (Research): The admission for M.Tech (Non-scholarship), M.Tech (Sponsored Seats), M.Tech (Research) is done by NITK Surathkal.
M.Tech. (Research): Selection of candidates for admission will be based upon GATE score or in some of the programmes selection will be based on at least 70% weightage to GATE score and the remaining 30% weightage to academic performance in qualifying examination or/and written aptitude test or/and Interview etc as decided by the DPGC of the Concerned Department offering the programme.
Eligible candidates can apply for admission to the BITS Pilani Online M.Tech Data Science and Engineering course in online mode. The admission process includes candidates’ registration, and submission of application form online, along with the required documents and application fee. Once shortlisted, candidates have to pay the course fee through various modes such as net banking/ debit card/ credit card and start learning.
Eligibility Criteria
B.E./B.Tech./B.Sc (Engineering) any branch; M.Sc. (Mathematics), M.Sc.(Statistics),M.Sc.
(Physics) M.C.A.(Master of Computer Applications)
M. Tech (Research) Programme: [Common to all M.Tech (Research) Programmes]:
Admission to a M.Tech (Research) Programme shall be open to Indian nationals who 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 (taking into account the marks scored in all the subjects of all the public/university examinations conducted during the entire prescribed period for the degree programme). However, this prescribed minimum shall be a CGPA of 6.0 OR 55% marks in the aggregate for SC/ST/PwD candidates. Valid GATE score is essential for scholarship seats.
Individuals willing to join the BITS Pilani Online M.Tech Data Science and Engineering programme must meet the eligibility criteria defined by the university. The online M.Tech Data Science and Engineering eligibility criteria are as follows:
Candidates must be employed professionals and have completed B.E./ B.Tech. with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks and hold at least one year of work experience after their UG degree.
OR
Candidates must be employed professionals and have completed an MCA/ M.Sc. or equivalent degree with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks. They should have studied university-level mathematics or statistics as mandatory subjects and hold a minimum of one year of relevant work experience after the completion of their UG degree.
Total Fees
Total Scholarships Provided
Highest Scholarship Providing Authority
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Fees
BITS Pilani has the highest tuition fee among all 2 colleges followed by NIT Surathkal (NITK).
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Fees
NIT Surathkal (NITK) with Hostel Fees (18.52 Thousand) has the highest individual extra fee, followed by BITS Pilani with Admission Fees (18.5 Thousand).
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Fees
NIT Surathkal (NITK) itself is the highest scholarship granting authority, by releasing 253 scholarships.
Data presented for the year 2025
Total Students
Total Faculty
Total Male Students
Total Female Students
Total Students Outside State
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Class Profile
NIT Surathkal (NITK) has a lower faculty ratio with 1 faculty over 5 students as compared with the average faculty ratio of government colleges which is 4 students per faculty. BITS Pilani has a better faculty ratio with 1 faculty over 2 students as compared with the average faculty ratio of private colleges which is 4 students per faculty.
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Class Profile
NIT Surathkal (NITK) has lower gender diversity with 26% female students as compared with the gender diversity of government colleges which is 30%. BITS Pilani has lower gender diversity with 22% female students as compared with the gender diversity of private colleges which is 37%.
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Class Profile
BITS Pilani has better gender diversity with 22% female students as compared with the average female percentage of Deemed to be University, Institute of Eminence colleges which is 20%.
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Value for Money
Total Reviews
Individual Reviews
“ Life at NITK ”
posted on 1 year ago by Ankit Prabhu“ Overall experience is good. ”
posted on 2 years ago by Nitin kumar“ My experience has been really good in the college. ”
posted on 2 years ago by Anil Kumar“ Excellent experience ”
posted on 1 year ago by Pooja“ NAAC Approved One ”
posted on 1 year ago by Harshal Patil“ Supporting Faculty in Every Aspect ”
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College Reviews & Perception
NIT Surathkal (NITK) has received the lowest rating for value for money whereas BITS Pilani has comparatively better ratings across all aspects.
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College Reviews & Perception
BITS Pilani has received the maximum positive reviews indicating active campus life and exceptional infrastructure.
Which college/course would you like to go ahead with?
NIT Surathkal (NITK) : National Institute of Technology Karnataka Surathkal
M.Tech by Research in Computational and Data Science
BITS Pilani : Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani
Online M.Tech Data Science and Engineering
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