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Updated on Nov 11 2025, 02:57 PM IST by Varunika Verma

About NIT Surathkal (NITK)

The National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK) Surathkal was formerly known as Karnataka Regional Engineering College (KREC) Surathkal. NIT Surathkal was established in 1960. NIT Surathkal offers courses in the stream of Engineering and Architecture, Sciences, Managements and Business Administration and more. 

  • NIT Surathkal ranking - Ranked 17th in engineering, 54th overall and in 11-50 rank band under SDG category by NIRF ranking 2025.
  • B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, M.Sc, MCA, and PhD are the National Institute of Technology Karnataka courses
  • NIT Karnataka fees - Rs 99,070 for B.Tech Semester 1 and Rs 73,870 for M.Tech semester 1.
  • Admission criteria of National Institute of Technology Karnataka Surathkal - Based on scores of entrance examination and the counselling session.
  • NIT Karnataka placements - As per NIRF report 2025, the median salary offered to B.E/B. Tech student and two years PG students was Rs 14 LPA and Rs 9 LPA respectively during NIT Surathkal placements.

The candidates should meet the eligibility criteria of NIT Surathkal to get admitted for the desired course. The fee structure at NIT Surathkal depends on the course chosen by the candidate. Before applying for admissions candidates must appear for relevant entrance exams like JEE Main/CAT/MAT/JAM/GATE/NIMCET. Admissions at NIT Surathkal are based on the scores obtained in the entrance examination.  To proceed with the admission process's next stage, the candidates should meet the cutoff score specified for the courses. 

Candidates applying for B.Tech admissions should register for the JoSAA counselling process. Admission to the  M.Tech courses is based on CCMT counselling. NIT Karnataka offers admission to M.Sc courses through the CCMN counselling process. 

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NIT Karnataka Ranking 2025 Highlights 

National Institute of Technology, Surathkal has been ranked by NIRF ranking 2025 and Careers360 in several domains in 2025. 

NIT Surathkal NIRF Ranking 2025

As per the NIRF ranking 2025, the National Institute of Technology Karnataka has been ranked at 17th position in Engineering with NIRF score of 64.59. The institute has been ranked at 54th position in overall category as per NIRF ranking 2025 with score of 55.21. NIT Surathkal has secured its position in 11-50 rank band in domain of Sustainable Development Goals by NIRF ranking 2025. The NIRF ranking details of NIT Karnataka for 2025, 2024 and 2023 are mentioned below.

NIT Surathkal NIRF Ranking Comparison

Category202520242023

Engineering

17

17

12

Overall

54

46

38

Research

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42

41

NIT Karnataka NIRF Score Analysis

Category20252024

Engineering

64.5964.27

Overall

55.21.
54.44

NIT Surathkal Recognitions & Accreditations

NIT Surathkal has been recognised as an Institute of National Importance by the Government of India. National Institute of Technology Karnataka has been ranked 61 (Public) among Universities by Careers360 in 2025. NITK Surathkal has been rated with AAAAA in the Engineering domain by Careers360 in 2025. 

NIT Surathkal Cutoff 2025 Highlights 

The B.Tech cutoff at NITK Surathkal for the CSE branch was 2628 in 2024 compared to 2726 in 2025 for round 1. The round 1 NITK Surathkal B.Tech cutoff comparison data is mentioned below.

Year Wise NIT Karnataka JEE Main Cutoff Analysis

NIT Surathkal Placement 2025 Highlights 

The placement percentage for B.Tech course was 73 % at NITK Surathkal and for M.Tech course was 69% in 2024. The details of  NITK Surathkal placements 2024 are mentioned in the table below.

NITK Surathkal Placement Statistics 2024

Particulars Statistics

Highest Package 

Rs 55 LPA

B.Tech Average Package

Rs 16.25 LPA

B.Tech Placement Percentage 

93%

M.Tech AVerage Package 

Rs 12.5 LPA

MCA Highest Package 

Rs 53 LPA

MBA Highest Package 

Rs 10 LPA

Top recruiters 

Boeing, Siemens, Bosch, GAIL, Honeywell, CISCO, Analog Devices, Samsung, Oracle, Visa, Adobe and more. 

NIT Surathkal Location

The university is located at  NH 66, Srinivasnagar Surathkal, Mangalore, Karnataka, India.

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Commonly Asked Questions

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Q: When was NIT Karnataka Surathkal established and what was its former name?
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The National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK) Surathkal was established in 1960. It was formerly known as Karnataka Regional Engineering College (KREC) Surathkal before being renamed to its current title.

Q: What courses does NIT Surathkal offer?
Q: How does NIT Surathkal rank in the NIRF rankings?
Q: What is the admission process for B.Tech programs at NIT Surathkal?
Q: What are the placement statistics for NIT Surathkal?

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NIT Surathkal (NITK) Highlights

ParameterDescription
Established2002
ExamJEE Main, GATE, CAT +3 more
Courses 6 Degrees and 85 Courses
Institute TypeInstitute of National Importance
GenderCo-ed
Student Count5982
Faculty Count275
Campus Size296 acres
Gender PercentageMale 78% and Female 22%
Students from Outside the State 62%

Commonly Asked Questions

On NIT Surathkal (NITK) Highlights
Q: When was the National Institute of Technology Karnataka Surathkal established?
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The National Institute of Technology Karnataka Surathkal was established in 2002. This makes it a relatively young institution with two decades of academic excellence and growth.

Q: What is the current student population at NITK Surathkal?
Q: How many faculty members does NITK Surathkal employ?
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NIT Surathkal (NITK) Rankings / Accreditations

NIRF Ranking

300 colleges were ranked for evaluation purpose.
Parametric Score Engineering
TLR - Teaching,Learning ang Resources.
RPC - Research and Professional Practice.
GO - Graduational Outcomes.
OI - Outreach and Inclusivity.
PERCEPTION - Peer Perception.

Overall Yearly Trend

64.59
75.38
51.8
78.11
62.49
45.7

Key takeaways from NIT Surathkal (NITK)'s Ranking Statistics

  • NIT Surathkal (NITK) ranks higher than 33 Private colleges which were ranked for evaluation purpose.
  • NIT Surathkal (NITK) ranks higher than 19 NITs for the year 2025, which were ranked for evaluation purpose.
  • NIT Surathkal (NITK) rank remains consistent since last year.

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Female Percentage
200 colleges were ranked for evaluation purpose.
Parametric Score Overall
TLR - Teaching,Learning ang Resources.
RPC - Research and Professional Practice.
GO - Graduational Outcomes.
OI - Outreach and Inclusivity.
PERCEPTION - Peer Perception.

Overall Yearly Trend

55.21
59.76
44.19
73.98
62.67
29.47

Key takeaways from NIT Surathkal (NITK)'s Ranking Statistics

  • NIT Surathkal (NITK) ranks higher than 13 Private colleges which were ranked for evaluation purpose.
  • NIT Surathkal (NITK) ranks higher than 4 NITs for the year 2025, which were ranked for evaluation purpose.
  • NIT Surathkal (NITK) dropped by 8 position in 2025 from previous year.

Ranking Publisher Careers360

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NIT Surathkal (NITK) Placements

According to NIRF 2025, NIT Surathkal B.Tech median package offered to the placed students was Rs 14 lakhs per annum. The NIT Surathkal MBA average package offered was Rs 7.14 LPA in 2024. NIT Surathkal M.Tech average package offered was Rs 12.5 LPA during placements.NIT Surathkal placements were offered to 756 B.Tech and 665 PG students, as per the NIRF report 2025.Highest package of National Institute of Technology Karnataka Surathkal - The highest salary package offered to B.Tech students was Rs 55 LPA in 2024.NIT Surathkal B.Tech median pac...

Domain

Engineering and Architecture

Level

PG

Year

2 Years

Statistics for Academic Year 2024

ParticularsStatistics
First year total students intake 579
Total students admitted 694
Total Graduated Students 665
Total Placed Students 550
Placement Percentage 86.89
Total student gone for higher studies 32
Median Salary 10.00 L

Placement yearly trends

Placement Percentage
Source Data NIRF 2025

Key takeaways from NIT Surathkal (NITK)'s Placement Statistics

  • The Placement Percentage of NIT Surathkal (NITK) has decreased by 11.49 %
  • The Median salary of NIT Surathkal (NITK) has decreased by 10.0 %
  • The Placement Percentage of NIT Surathkal (NITK) is better than 10 colleges that are ranked higher
  • The Median salary of NIT Surathkal (NITK) is better than 3 colleges that are ranked higher
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Q: What was the highest package offered at NIT Surathkal for B.Tech students in 2024?
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The highest package offered at NIT Surathkal for B.Tech students in 2024 was Rs 55 LPA. This package was offered to students from Computer Science Engineering and Information Technology branches.

Q: How does the placement percentage vary across different postgraduate programs at NIT Surathkal?
Q: How has the median salary for B.Tech graduates at NIT Surathkal changed from 2023 to 2024?
Q: Which branch at NIT Surathkal had the highest placement percentage for B.Tech students in 2024?
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Student Diversification at NIT Surathkal (NITK)

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Data Source: NIRF 2025

Courses offered by NIT Surathkal (NITK)

NIT Surathkal Courses and Fees 2026National Institute of Technology Karnataka Surathkal courses are offered three levels that includes undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes. NIT Surathkal courses are offered in the stream of Engineering and Architecture, Management and Business administration, Science, Arts and Humanities, Computer Application, and IT. NIT Surathkal course list : B. Tech, M.Tech, MBA, M.Sc, MCA, and PhD.Students who have passed class 12th from a recognised board are eligible for the UG courses at National Institut...

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NIT Surathkal (NITK) Scholarship

To make the course approachable for students across diverse backgrounds, NITK Surathkal scholarships are offered to students. The primary aim of providing NIT Surathkal scholarships to the students is to help them pursue their higher education without any hindrance. 

  • Students having good merit score and low financial background can apply for the NIT Surathkal scholarships.
  • The amount of National Institute of Technology Karnataka Surathkal scholarship varies according to the eligibility criteria.
  • Interested students can apply for the particular scholarships by filling out the NIT Surathkal scholarship form.
  • Students can visit the scholarship portal of National Institute of Technology Karnataka Surathkal to check all the updates.

Partnering with private and government institutes the National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal has been providing its applicants with several financial aids namely- the B R Samaga Scholarship for the Second year of B.Tech. students, Veeramma Rajashekaraiah scholarship only for Second-year students, Pradeep Gundappa Scholarship, I Year B.Tech. Merit Cum Means Scholarship and others. Students must meet the National Institute of Technology Surathkal scholarship eligibility criteria to avail of the scholarships offered by the university.  

NIT Surathkal Scholarships, Eligibility Criteria, and Amount

NameAmount OfferedEligibility Amount

B R Samaga Scholarship 

 NA

Second year B.Tech. students who are facing financial crutches. They  should secure SGPA 6 and above grade in both the first and second semester


Merit Scholarship

NA

The third and the fourth year students who secure an CGPA of >=9.0

Merit Cum Means Scholarship

 

NA

All the second, third and fourth year candidates who have a score of CGPA >=7.0 can apply for this.

Pradeep Gundappa Scholarship 

NA

The interested candidates in their second, third and fourth year  and  have a score of CGPA >=7.0 are eligible

Veeramma Rajashekaraiah scholarship

The amount will not be provided to the students via cash but will be adjusted in their mess bill

Second year B.Tech student who are economically poor and have scored a minimum of SGPA 6  in their first year and second year semester can apply

Vijayakala T D scholarship

 NA

Only the students who are pursuing a B.Tech degree from the stream of E&E Engineering department and are studying in the second or third or fourth year can apply. The student needs to be amongst the top 20 performers and needs to have the highest CGPA. They should belong to the low-income group.

Viklang Sahayata Sanstha Mathura Scholarship

NA

It is provided only to the meritorious, physically challenged students 

Engineers India Limited (EIL) scholarship


The SC and ST undergraduate students can apply for it.

Reliance Foundation Scholarship

For the undergraduate students Rs.4 lakh would be provided over the duration of the course.

For the postgraduate candidates an amount of Rs. 6 lakh would be made available during the tenure of the degree.

The meritorious students who are pursuing post graduation or undergraduate degree from the subject of artificial intelligence or computer science can apply.

Financial Assistance (SC-ST students) Scholarship

NA

The SC and ST students who have a family income of below Rs.4.5 lakhs.

Students can check the status of National Institute of Technology Karnataka Surathkal scholarships on the official website of the institute.

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Students Receiving Full Tuition Fee Reimbursement

UG (4 years): 2516/3987
PG (2 years): 364/1514

Data Source: NIRF 2025

Commonly Asked Questions

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Q: What is the primary aim of providing scholarships at NIT Surathkal?
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The primary aim of providing NIT Surathkal scholarships to students is to help them pursue their higher education without any hindrance. These scholarships are offered to make the courses approachable for students across diverse backgrounds, ensuring financial constraints do not impede their academic journey.

Q: How many types of scholarships are available at NIT Surathkal?
Q: What are the eligibility criteria for the B R Samaga Scholarship?
Q: Who can apply for the Merit Scholarship at NIT Surathkal?
Q: What is unique about the Veeramma Rajashekaraiah scholarship?

NIT Surathkal (NITK) Admission

The National Institute of Technology Surathkal admissions are available for multiple courses in various disciplines. The NITK Surathkal admissions include 12 undergraduate, 59 postgraduate, and 14 doctoral-level programmes. 

  • NITK Surathkal admissions 2025-26 are available for B.E/B.Tech, MBA, MCA, M.E/M.Tech, M.Sc, and PhD courses.
  • Entrance exam accepted by National Institute of Technology Karnataka Surathkal - JEE Main, GATE, JAM, CAT, MAT, and NIMCET. 
  • As per NIT Karnataka JoSAA 2025-26 seat matrix, the total seats available is 961.
  • Students interested in the admissions can fill the particular application on National Institute of Technology Karnataka Surathkal official website.
  • The GATE 2026 entrance examination for the NIT Surathkal M.Tech admissions will be conducted on February 7-8, 2026.

The courses at NIT Surathkal are offered in different specialisations in full-time mode. Before applying for the NITK Surathkal admissions the candidates should appear for the relevant entrance examination. NITK Surathkal B.Tech admissions are based on scores obtained in the JEE Main entrance examination. NITK Surathkal MBA admissions are offered to candidates having valid scores in CAT/MAT/GATE. Admission to M.Tech and MCA courses are based on the scores of GATE and NIMCET respectively. 

Also Read: NIT Surathkal Placements

How to Get into NIT Karnataka?

National Institute of Technology Karnataka Surathkal admissions are available to eligible candidates based on the scores of entrance examination. Candidates can check the details of the entrance exam accepted for National Institute of Technology Karnataka admissions 2025-26 for courses offered at different levels.

Entrance Exam for NIT Karnataka Admissions 2025-26

CoursesEntrance Exam

UG Courses

JEE Main

PG Courses

GATE/JAM/CAT/MAT/NIMCET

How to Register for NITK Surathkal Admissions 2025-26?

The details of National Institute of Technology Karnataka Surathkal application process for the courses offered at the institute is mentioned below.

NITK Surathkal Registration Process 2025-26

CourseNIT Karnataka Application Process

B.E/B.Tech

1. Candidates should register for JoSAA/CSAB counselling.

2. Then complete the registration process by filling out the required information.

3. Finally report to NIT Surathkal with the required original documents. 

M.E/M.Tech

1. Should fill out the NIT Surathkal M.Tech application form from the official website of the college after registering for CCMT.

2. Pay NIT Surathkal M.Tech application fees and submit the form.

M.Sc

1.Candidates should register for CCMN counselling.

2. Applicants should complete the NIT Surathkal registration process by filling out the required information. 

3. Pay the NIT Surathkal application fee along with the submission of required documents. 

MBA

1. Fill out an NIT Surathkal application form and upload the required documents.

2. Pay NIT Surathkal application fees and submit the form.

MCA

PhD

Also Read: NIT Surathkal Courses and Fees

Important Dates for NITK Surathkal Admissions 2025-26

National Institute of Technology Surathkal admissions are offered to eligible candidates on the basis of performance in entrance examination. The details of NIT Karnataka admission dates are mentioned below.

NIT Karnataka Admission Dates for GATE 2026

EventsDates
Last date to apply for GATE 2026 (without late fee)September 28, 2025
Last date to register for GATE 2026 (with late fee)October 9, 2025
Modification of GATE 2026 application form November 6, 2025.
Release of GATE admit card January 2, 2026
GATE 2026 entrance exam February 7, 8, 14 & 15, 2025.

NIT Surathkal Admission Dates for CAT 2025

CAT Events

Dates

Online Registration for CATAugust 1, 2025 to September 20, 2025
Admit Card Download WindowNovember 5, 2025 to 30th November 2025
Exam DateNovember 30, 2025 (Sunday)
Release of the CAT ResultFirst week of January 2026 (Tentative)

NIT Surathkal B.Tech Admissions 2025-26

The institute offers undergraduate programmes, which include B.Tech, and the number of NITK Surathkal B.Tech courses is 11. The duration of the NIT Surathkal UG course is 4 years. 

NITK Surathkal B.Tech Admission Criteria and Seat Intake

CourseSeat IntakeEligibility Criteria

B.Tech

956

Class 12th with minimum 75% marks (65% marks for SC/ST/PwD students) + JEE Main examination.

NITK Surathkal B.Tech Admission Process 2025-26

  • The candidate should appear for the JEE Main examination and secure a valid score.

  • The eligible candidate has to apply and should fill out the application form from the official website. 

  • The candidate should attend the JoSAA counselling session.

  • The NITK Surathkal admissions will be based on the performance in JEE Main examinations.

  • The shortlisted candidates will be informed about the seat allotment.

  • The aspirant should submit the required documents.

  • To complete the NITK Surathkal admission procedure the final selected candidate should pay the course fees to freeze the seat.

Also Read: NIT Surathkal Cutoff

NIT Surathkal Admissions 2025-26 for PG

The National Institute of Technology Surathkal offers admissions for 57 postgraduate courses. The duration of the NIT Surathkal PG courses is 2 years. 

NITK Surathkal Admission Criteria and Seat Intake for PG Course

CoursesSeat IntakeEligibility Criteria

M.Tech

1130

Graduation in relevant field 60%  marks or equivalent (55% for SC/ST/PWD candidates)+ GATE examination.

M.Sc

-

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject with a minimum 60% aggregate marks (55% for SC/ST/PWD candidates)+JAM examination

M.B.A

-

Bachelor's degree with 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/PWD candidates)+ CAT/MAT/GATE examination.

M.C.A

-

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PWD candidates)+ NIMCET examination.

NITK Surathkal M.Tech Admissions 2025-26

Candidates can apply for M.Tech courses at NITK Surathkal with 55 different specialisations for a duration of two years. NITK Surathkal M.Tech admissions are offered in full-time mode. 

NITK Surathkal M.Tech Admission Process 2025-26

  • Candidates must take the GATE examination and get a valid score.

  • Eligible candidates can apply online at the official website.

  • The candidates must meet the cutoff.

  • The candidate who has been shortlisted must attend the CCMT (centralised counselling for M.Tech admissions).

  • Candidates will be shortlisted for NIT Surathkal MTech admissions 2025-26 depending on their entrance examination scores.

  • The final selected candidates will be notified of their seat allotment by a registered phone number or email address.

  • The candidate must provide all required documents without fail.

  • To complete the NIT Surathkal admission procedure, the candidate must pay the course fee in order for the seat to be reserved.

NITK Surathkal M.Sc Admissions 2025-26

NIT Surathkal M.Sc admissions are available in two specialisations for two years. The M.Sc courses offered by the institute includes M.Sc Physics and M.Sc Chemistry in full-time mode. 

NITK Surathkal M.Sc Admission Process 2025-26

  • Candidates must take the JAM examination and obtain an appropriate score.

  • Eligible candidates should apply online at the official website.

  • The candidate must attend the CCMN counselling process.

  • Shortlisting of candidates for NITK Surathkal admissions depends on their entrance exam scores.

  • The final selected candidates will be notified of their seat allocation by a registered phone number or email address.

  • The candidate must provide all required documentation on time.

  • The candidate must pay the course fees to freeze the seat in order to finish the NIT Surathkal admission procedure.

NITK Surathkal MBA Admissions 2025-26

NIT Karnataka MBA admissions are offered for duration of two years in full-time mode. The MBA course is offered for four semesters and is offered by School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Management, NIT Karnataka. 

NITK Surathkal MBA Admission Process 2025-26

  • Candidates must take the CAT/MAT/GATE examination and get a valid score.

  • Eligible candidates can apply online at the official website.

  • The candidates must meet the  NITK Surathkal MBA cutoff. 

  • The shortlisted candidate must attend the counselling process.

  • Candidates will be shortlisted for NIT Surathkal admissions based on  NITK Surathkal MBA cutoff based on their entrance examination scores.

  • The final selected candidates will be notified of their seat assignment by a registered phone number or email address.

  • The candidate must provide all required documents without fail.

  • To complete the NITK Surathkal admission procedure, the candidate must pay the course fee in order for the seat to be reserved.

NITK Surathkal MCA Admissions 2025-26

NITK Surathkal MCA admission is offered for three three-year programme divided into three semesters. The MCA course is offered in full-time mode with focus on Computational Theory, Network and Database Management, Mobile Technologies, Electronics, Mathematics and more.

NITK Surathkal MCA Admission Process 2025-26

  • Candidates must appear for the NIMCET examination and obtain a valid score in it. 

  • The eligible candidates can apply by visiting the official website.

  • The shortlisted candidate should attend the counselling procedure.

  • The candidates will be shortlisted for NIT Surathkal admissions based on the scores obtained in the entrance examination.

  • The final selected candidates will be informed about seat allotment through a registered phone number or email ID.

  • The final stage of the admission procedure is the candidate should pay the NIT Surathkal admission fee along with the submission of documents. 

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NIT Surathkal PhD Admissions 2025-26

The National Institute of Technology Surathkal admissions include full-time doctoral courses. The NIT Surathkal PhD course duration is 6 years. The institute offers various specialisation courses at the doctoral level.

NITK Surathkal Ph.D Admission Criteria and Seat Intake 

CourseEligibility Criteria

PhD

Master’s degree in a relevant subject with a minimum CGPA of 6.5 on the 0-10 scale(60% aggregate marks)(55% for SC/ST/PWD candidates)+ GATE/NET/UGC-CSIR exam/DAE- JEST examination.

NITK Surathkal PhD Admission Process 2025-26

  • Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements.

  • Visit the NITK Surathkal official website to fill out the PhD application form.

  • To get NITK Surathkal PhD admissions, the candidates must take the GATE/NET/UGC-CSIR exam/DAE- JEST examination.

  • Shortlisted candidates will be invited for group discussion and personal interviews.

  • The NIT Surathkal admissions will be based on the scores obtained in the entrance examination.

  • The candidates should submit the necessary documents.

  • To complete the NIT Surathkal admission procedure the candidates should pay the course fees. 

Required Documents for NITK Surathkal Admissions

  • Marksheet of Class 10+2

  • Graduation/Post graduation marks sheet

  • Entrance examination scorecard

  • Identification certificate

  • Transfer certificate/Migration certificate

  • Allotment order

  • Passport size photographs

Note: The candidates should be aware of the eligibility criteria for the desired course. Candidates should take the printout of the application form for future reference.

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Q: What programs does NIT Surathkal offer and how many seats are available for B.Tech?
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NIT Surathkal offers a wide range of programs including 12 undergraduate, 59 postgraduate, and 14 doctoral-level programs. The institute provides B.E/B.Tech, MBA, MCA, M.E/M.Tech, M.Sc, and Ph.D courses. For B.Tech specifically, NIT Surathkal offers 11 courses with a total seat intake of 956.

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NIT Surathkal (NITK) Facilities

The university caters for the needs of the enrolled students and its faculty members along with staff by providing an array of infrastructural facilities. NIT Karnataka facilities comprise a shopping complex, staff club, medical facility, banking facility, post office, hospitals, cafeteria, guest house, sporting complex and others. The students can easily access the NIT Surathkal facilities at their own convenience. The 295.35-acre campus has easy commuting and has the provision of transportation. At the National Institute of Technology Suratha...
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NIT Karnataka offers a comprehensive array of facilities to cater to the needs of its students, faculty members, and staff. These facilities include a shopping complex, staff club, medical facility, banking facility, post office, hospitals, cafeteria, guest house, and a sporting complex. This diverse range of amenities ensures that the campus community has access to essential services and recreational options, contributing to a well-rounded university experience.

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Student Reviews for NIT Surathkal (NITK)

College Infrastructure: 4.1/5
Academics: 3.9/5
Placements: 4.2/5
Value for Money: 2.4/5
Campus Life: 4.4/5

Great campus life with good placement and private beach

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College Infrastructure

There are enough buildings for classrooms. Wifi is available through out campus through captive portal login. Two libraries with air-conditioners are available. There are 3 grounds Two sports complexes which are too good. 12 boys hostels and 5 girls' hostel are available. Mess food is decent. We get boy veg and non-veg mess. 3 night canteens are available which serve midnights. There is a food court too. We also get a private beach. Campus has a well connection of road (NH66) which runs between the campus splitting it in two. There are guest houses available. Overall very good infrastructure.

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NITK Surathkal boasts an excellent campus located by the beach, providing a unique and scenic learning environment. The institute has modern classrooms, well-maintained hostels, and state-of-the-art labs for various departments. The Central Library is vast and equipped with digital resources. Wi-Fi is available across the campus, and there are several cafeterias and canteens offering good food. Sports facilities, including a gym, stadium, and courts, are impressive and regularly used by students. The greenery and cleanliness across the campus make it even more attractive and conducive to student life.

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Im a First Year Student at NIT Surathkal persuing Metallurgy and Materials Engineering and the infrastructure is great other than their sports complex is not so good, all of the sports facilities are cramped in one place

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Hi dear candidate,

It is NOT necessarily be the case that there are no gender neutral seats available under ECE and PwD category as there is a limit of reserving seats for a specific category like "female only PwD" because there can be a limit beyond and below it.

It is always better to check the latest seat matrix, kindly refer to the link below:


NIT Karnataka Seat Matrix 2025 (Out) - Check Total Btech Seats

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What should be the cut off marks or percentile for GEN -PWD category HOME STATE QUOTA at NITK - CSE branch

Hey! Based on the previous year’s data, the closing rank for CSE at NITK Surathkal under Home State quota for General candidates was within a few thousand. Since you belong to the GEN-PWD category, the required rank is usually more relaxed compared to the open General category. So, if your rank is somewhere below 4000–5000 in Home State quota, you stand a fair chance of getting into CSE at NITK. Still, it’s always better to aim for the best possible score because cutoffs may vary each year depending on the number of applicants and seat availability.

What should be the cut off marks or percentile for GEN -PWD category HOME STATE QUOTA at NITK - CSE branch

Hello

For the GEN-PwD category, Home State quota at NITK CSE, cutoffs are lower than General.
You may need a percentile of around 95–97 in JEE Main for a safe chance.
Closing rank is usually around 20,000–40,000, depending on seat availability.
Cutoffs can vary each year based on difficulty level and number of applicants.
Being a home state candidate improves your chances slightly.
It’s best to check JoSAA Round 6 cutoffs for the latest year for accuracy.
Always apply in counseling — cutoffs may drop in later rounds.

NIT Surathkal (NITK) Contact Address

Address:
National Institute of Technology, NH 66, Srinivasnagar Surathkal, Mangalore-575025, Karnataka, India

NIT Surathkal (NITK) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: How many departments are there in NIT Surathkal?

The departments at NIT Suratkal are physics. civil engineering. mechanical engineering ; computer science and engineering. electrical and electronics engineering.
The university offers a total of 54 courses.Courses are offered in engineering, science, management and more. The university offers courses at three levels: undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral. The university offers all courses in full-time mode.

2: What is the cutoff for NIT Surathkal?

The cut off for NIT Suratkal in each UG course vary by competition. University authorities consider several factors such as availability, difficulty of exams, etc. before determining the final cutoff for each course offered at the institute. The cutoffs are different for reserved (general/open) and unreserved (SC/ST/OBC) categories. Therefore, NIT Surathkal publishes the cut-off list for each category of JEE Mains.

3: What are the facilities offered by NIT Surathkal?

The facilities at NIT Surathkal have been updated to the highest standards. Some of the amenities that students at NIT Surathkal may use are listed below:

Healthcare: Students and teachers have access to a 24-hour health centre.

Guest house: There are four guest homes accessible, namely the Homi J. Bhaba Guest House, International Hostel, J. C. Bose Guest House, and Vikram Sarabhai Guest House, to accommodate visiting relatives and guests of the institute.

WiFi: The National Institute of Technology Karnataka's campus is equipped with Wifi and internet access available 24/7.
Sports: The campus of the institute is equipped with both indoor and outdoor sporting facilities.
Additional amenities: The NIT Surathkal students are given access to a banking facility, ATMs, shopping centres, hostel facilities, transportation, auditoriums, and more.

4: Does NIT Surathkal provide hostel facilities to students?

NIT Suratkal has hostels for both boys and girls in the campus. Since NIT Suratkal is a residential campus, most of the students stay in hostels. There are 12 hostel blocks for boys, and 5 hostel blocks for girls. The hostels provide good facilities to students.There is also an international hostel on the campus.

5: Is NIT Surathkal a reputed Engineering college?

Yes, NIT Surathkal is a Tier 1 engineering college. It is a government organisation and one of India's 32 National Institutes of Technology. The NITK Surathkal holds 26th positions in the ovaerall and rated 42nd in the engineering as per 2024 NIRF rankings.

6: What are the popular BTech streams at NIT Surathkal?

Popular courses in the B.Tech stream in NIT Suratkal are Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Information Technology and Metallurgical & Materials Engineering streams.Admission to B.Tech courses is done based on JEE Main scores. The duration of the B.Tech courses is four years.

7: Is NITK a Tier 1 college?


Yes, NIT Suratkal is a Tier 1 engineering college. It is a government institution which is one of the thirty-two National Institutes of Technology in India. NIT Surathkal was ranked 12th in the engineering category with a score of 65.26 in the NIRF 2023 Ranking.

8: Which branch is best in NIT Surathkal?

Computer science branch is best in NIT Suratkal The CSE branch is known for its excellent rankings. According to statistics, the placement rate is 100%. NIT also has a good IT department with a placement rate of 90-100%, giving students the same placement opportunities as computer science students.

9: Is NIT Surathkal private or government?

NIT Surathkal is a government institution which is one of the thirty-two National Institutes of Technology in India.

10: Is NITK better than IIT?

If we are comparing NIT Suratkal to IIT Dharwad, which is the only IIT in Karnataka, NIT Suratkal scores better because it has a higher ranking than IIT Dharwad. Another factor is that NIT Suratkal is older than IIT Dharwad. As for placement records, NIT has a better placement profile compared to IIT Dharwad.

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