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NIT Surathkal (NITK) Admission Process

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. 
  • JEE Main 2026 examination for NIT Karnataka B.Tech admissions will be conducted from January 21-30, 2026.
  • 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, 14, and 15, 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.

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

1: What is the admission process for the NIT Surathkal MBA course?

NIT Surathkal MBA admissions 2024 are based on the scores of CAT/MAT/GATE followed by the personal interview. 

2: Does NIT Surathkal waive any fee for OBC Students?

Yes, NIT Surathkal offers a fee waiver for OBC students. Candidates from the OBC category whose family income is less than one lakh per annum will get a full remission of their tuition fee after they submit their latest  income certificate. Students  from the OBC category whose family income is between 1 lakh to 5 lakhs per annum will get a remission of 2/3rds of their tuition fee.

3: What is the admission procedure for the MCA programme at NIT Surathkal?

Admission to NIT Surathkal's MCA program is based on performance in a mandatory entrance examination called NIMCET (National Institute of Technology MCA Entrance Examination). NIMCET is the NIT MCA Common Entrance Examination, a national-level exam administered by NIT for admission to the MCA program.
The eligibility criteria for the MCA program are a bachelor’s degree in the relevant stream and a minimum CGPA of 6.5 in the 0-10 scale grading system and students who have scored a minimum of 60% in their aggregate score for all subjects in a public university exam.SC/ST candidates will get a relaxation of 5% in their aggregate.

4: Does NIT Surathkal offer scholarships?

NIT Surathkal awards scholarships to students with exemplary academic performance and also those from financially weak  backgrounds.. Scholarships are offered to students under certain rules and regulations set by the government.NIT Surathkal offers merit cum means scholarships to the top 50 students  on the basis of their mark in the JEE Mains Exam every year. These scholarships are awarded to students whose annual family income is less than 4.5 lakhs per year. The scholarships are given based on their marks in the 10+2 exam which should be a minimum of 70%. The students who get the scholarship are given Rs.2000 per month as scholarship award.
The merit scholarship of Rs. 10,000 every year is given to 5 students based on their scores in the JEE mains exam.


5: What is the selection procedure for the MBA programme at NIT Surathkal?

NIT Suratkal offers  a two-year full-time MBA course. Admission to the MBA course is based on performance in the entrance test.  Anyone with a valid CAT/MAT/GATE score is eligible to apply. In addition, applicants must meet the minimum eligibility requirements. These are bachelor's degree with 50% marks or 5.5 CGPA or 45% or 5 CGPA for SC/ST candidates. Selected candidates will also be invited for Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) by NIT Surathkal. Preference will be given to those with work experience.

6: What is the BTech admission procedure at NIT Surathkal?

Students must take the JEE Mains exam in order to apply for the B.Tech program. B.Tech admission for general category requires that students must pass the JEE Mains and have 75% on the 12 boards, or be in the top 20% in their respective board.The SC/ST students must receive a 65% on their 12th-grade board exam.

7: Does NIT Surathkal accept CAT score?

Yes, NIT Suratkal accepts CAT scores, students must take the CAT entrance exam in order to apply for the MBA programme.

8: What percentile is required for NIT Surathkal?

B.Tech admission for general category requires that students must pass the JEE Mains and have 75% on the 12 boards, or be in the top 20% in their respective board.The SC/ST students must receive a 65% on their 12th-grade board exam. Students must take the JEE Mains exam in order to apply for the B.Tech program. For M.Tech, students who are seeking admission must qualify for the GATE for NIT Surathkal admissions. Based on the marks they score in the GATE exam, they should register for the CCMT. They should mention their degrees, GATE score and personal information in their applications.

9: How can I apply for NIT Surathkal?

Admission to Suratkal National Institute of Technology is for  B.Tech, M.Tech., M.B.A., M.C.A., M.Sc. and PhD programs. JEE Mains score will be considered for admission to B.Tech courses. Admission to the M.Tech. course is based on the candidate's performance in the GATE exam.. The university grants admission to the M.C.A. course based on the candidate's NIMCET score. CAT/MAT scores are taken into consideration for admission to the MBA course. Candidates can apply for admission to NIT Surathkal by visiting the official website of the university.

10: How many seats are there in civil engineering of NITK Surathkal?

The seat intake capacity of the civil engineering course is around 115 seats. NITK Surathkal B.Tech Civil Engineering admissions are offered to eligible candidates based on cutoff score. 

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

Verified Review

Academics

Professors are well qualified. The teaching is not that good I would say. Curriculum is relevant with the existing trend and also it makes students industry ready. Semester exams are decent not too hard or easy even. Pass percentage varies from 20% marks to 30% marks. There is a relative grading system in NIT Surathkal. Semester can be balanced with other activities

Very Good College

Academics

The academic curriculum at NITK Surathkal is rigorous and well-structured, with a strong focus on both theoretical understanding and practical application. Professors are highly qualified and approachable, often encouraging research and project-based learning. The course content is regularly updated to meet industry standards. There are frequent quizzes, assignments, and mid-semester evaluations that keep students engaged throughout the semester. The credit system allows for some flexibility in choosing electives. While the workload can be heavy at times, it effectively prepares students for competitive exams and placements.

Intriguing

Verified Review

Academics

I'm studying Metallurgical and Materials Engineering at NITK for its blend of science and engineering. Teaching quality is generally good, with experienced faculty and decent labs. The curriculum is solid but could be more industry-aligned. Campus life is vibrant, and placement support is strong, especially for core and tech roles.

Have a question related to NIT Surathkal (NITK) ?

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.

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