Overview

National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal, commonly known as NITK Surathkal, is a premier Central Government-funded technical institute established in 1960. Located in Surathkal, Mangalore, Karnataka, India, NITK has a sprawling single campus approved by the AICTE and accredited by the NAAC with an A++ grade awarded in 2023. The institute is recognized by the UGC and features on the NIRF top engineering colleges list.

Official website: https://www.nitk.ac.in/

Quick Facts

• Founder: Government of India
• Director: Prof. Bhima Nagaraj
• Student strength: Approx. 6,000 (UG + PG)
• Departments: 14 academic departments and 6 supporting departments
• Faculty members: ~300
• Contact: +91 824 247 4000, Email: registrar@nitk.edu.in
• NAAC Grade: A++ (2023)
• NIRF Rankings 2023: 18th among Engineering Institutions in India (source)

Courses & Programs

• Faculties: Engineering, Science, Management
• Popular UG Programs: B.Tech in Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical Engineering (4 years)
• Popular PG Programs: M.Tech, MBA, MSc, PhD (duration varies 2-5 years)
• Diploma/Certificate: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01
• Mode: Regular (on-campus)
• Intake: Approx. 850 UG and 400 PG annually

Admissions

• Modes: Entrance-based
• Accepted exams: JEE Main (UG), GATE (PG), CAT (MBA), institute entrance for PhD
• Typical Admission Timeline: JEE Main application Jan-Mar, counselling Apr-Jun; GATE results Feb-Mar; MBA admissions Jul-Aug
• Admission info page: https://www.nitk.ac.in/admissions
• Application steps: Apply through official portals (JEE/GATE/ NITK PG/ MBA admission portals), document submission, counselling, fee payment

Eligibility

• UG Courses: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, minimum 75% aggregate recommended for general category
• PG Courses: Relevant Bachelor’s degree with minimum 60% aggregate
• MBA: Bachelor’s degree + CAT/MAT scores
• PhD: Master’s degree in relevant discipline
• Age: As per respective exam conducting authorities
• Documents Required: Mark sheets, entrance exam scorecards, category certificate (if applicable), domicile, photo ID, passport size photos

Fee & Scholarships

• UG Tuition Fee: Approx. ₹1,00,000 per annum
• PG Tuition Fee: ₹30,000 - ₹70,000 per annum depending on course
• Hostel Fee: Approx. ₹15,000 per semester
• Exam Fee: Included in tuition fee
• Scholarships: Government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS via State & Central schemes, merit scholarships by institute, https://scholarships.gov.in/

Placements

• Placement Rate: ~85% in recent years
• Average CTC: ₹10 LPA
• Highest CTC: ₹45 LPA
• Top Recruiters: Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Larsen & Toubro, Infosys, Tata Steel
• Placement Cell: https://www.nitk.ac.in/placement
• Internships: Mandatory internships for UG and PG before final year

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: Multiple boys & girls hostels with Wi-Fi and mess facilities
• Mess: Hygienic multi-cuisine messes with subsidized rates
• Sports: Grounds for cricket, football, basketball, gymnasium
• Labs & Library: State-of-the-art labs, digital and physical library with extensive collections
• Healthcare: On-campus medical centre and ambulance services
• Wi-Fi & Transport: High-speed campus-wide Wi-Fi and shuttle bus services
• Clubs & Fests: Technical, cultural, entrepreneurial clubs with annual fest “Incident”

Faculty & Research

• Notable Faculty: Prof. B.V. Kumar (Materials Science), Prof. S. Sudarshan (Civil Engg.)
• Research Centres: Centre for Nanotechnology, AI & Robotics Lab, Environmental Engineering Lab
• Grants & Patents: Funded by DST, SERB, MoE; recent patents in energy and AI fields
• MoUs: Collaborations with international universities and industries including IBM, ISRO

Rankings

• NIRF 2023: Ranked 18th among Engineering institutes (source)
• NAAC 2023: A++ grade (source)
• Outlook 2023: Top 25 Engineering Colleges in India (Not available on official sources)

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Cut-Offs: JEE Main rank-based opening and closing ranks published on the JoSAA portal
• Seat Matrix: Available on JoSAA and NITK official PDF

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Mangalore International Airport (~15 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Surathkal Railway Station (~2 km)
• City Transit: Regular KSRTC buses, auto-rickshaws, and app-based taxis from Mangalore city

FAQs

1. Q: What is the admission criteria for B.Tech at NITK?
   A: Admission is through JEE Main rank with counselling conducted by JoSAA.
2. Q: Does NITK provide scholarships?
   A: Yes, scholarships are available for reserved categories and meritorious students through government and institute schemes.
3. Q: Is hostel accommodation mandatory?
   A: Yes, hostel facilities are available and strongly recommended for outstation students.
4. Q: What is the fee structure for UG courses?
   A: Approx. ₹1,00,000 per annum including tuition and other academic fees.
5. Q: Are internships part of the curriculum?
   A: Yes, internships are compulsory for most UG and PG programs.
6. Q: How can I check cutoffs for NITK?
   A: Visit the official JoSAA website for detailed opening and closing ranks.
7. Q: When are admission applications accepted?
   A: JEE Main applications open Jan-Mar and counselling is conducted Apr-Jun annually.
8. Q: Is there a management quota available?
   A: No, admissions are strictly based on merit through entrance exams only.
9. Q: Can I pursue a PhD at NITK?
   A: Yes, PhD admissions are done via institute-specific entrance and screening procedures.
10. Q: Does NITK have transport facilities?
    A: Yes, shuttle bus services connect the campus with city points and railway station.