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NIT Calicut Overview: 2025 Admissions, Cutoffs, Placements

The National Institute of Technology Calicut (NITC) is one of 31 colleges created by a law in India called the ‘National Institute of Technology Act 2007’. NITC ranks in the 25th position among the top Engineering colleges of the nation.

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NIT Calicut Overview

Did you know? NIT Calicut has become India’s First I-STEM Catalyst Center. I-STEM aims to provide equitable access to advanced scientific equipment and resources, encouraging collaboration among academia, industry, startups, and research institutions.

Source: NIT Calicut News and Events Website

The National Institute of Technology Calicut (NITC) is one of 31 important colleges created by a law in India called the ‘National Institute of Technology Act 2007’. It is funded by the Indian government. NITC offers higher education in technical fields and conducts research in Engineering, Science, Technology, and Management. It started in 1961 as a Regional Engineering College and became a National Institute of Technology in 2002.

NITC provides bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs in multiple areas. The institute works closely with various research groups, schools, and industries, establishing a modern approach to its operations.

Key Highlights of NIT Calicut

Admission Month

April-August

Established

1961

Top Programs

B.Tech, B.Arch, M.Tech, PhD, MBA,

Accepted Exams

JEE Advanced, JAM, GATE, CAT/MAT, NCET

Duration of Courses

UG: 4 years (B.Tech)

PG: 2 years (M.Tech, MBA, MSc)

PhD: 3–5 years

Intake

PhD Programs: December and April Sessions

PG Programs: April-August

UG Programs: April- August

Ranking

NIRF 2024: Engineering 25th

Courses and Fees

NIT Calicut has multiple departments catering to various streams, ranging from Management to Engineering and more. The institute offers programs such as Bachelor’s of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering, Master’s of Technology, and Doctoral Programs.


The Table below displays the fee structure for Undergraduate courses


Course

Fee Category

First Semester 2025–26


B.Tech

Tuition Fee per Semester

₹62,500

Other Fees

₹19,100

One-Time Fees

₹61,000

TOTAL

₹1,42,600

B.Arch

Tuition Fee

₹62,500

Other Fees

₹24,600

One-Time Fees

₹61,000

TOTAL

₹1,48,100

M.Tech/ M. Plan

Tuition Fee

₹35,000

Other Fees

₹19,100

One-Time Fees

₹61,000

TOTAL

₹1,15,100

M.Sc.

Tuition Fee

₹7,500

Other Fees

₹19,100

One-Time Fees

₹61,000

TOTAL

₹87,600

Placements, Cutoffs and Admissions

The Centre for Career Development (CCD) at NIT Calicut helps students with their careers by offering support and training. The cells provide personal advice, connections with companies, and various workshops to improve students' job skills, with real job opportunities, including internships and training.

UG and PG Placement Statistics for the Batch of 2024

Program

Total Offers

Percentage

Min Salary

Max Salary

Avg. Salary

UG [B.Tech + B.Arch]

736

85.38%

3.5 LPA

50.64 LPA

12.41 LPA

PG [M.Tech + MCA + MBA + M.Sc.]

344

65.77%

4.2 LPA

39.27 LPA

11.41 LPA

TOTAL [UG + PG]

1080

77.97%

3.5 LPA

50.64 LPA

12.11 LPA

Undergraduate Branch-wise Placement Statistics

Programs

Offers

Registered

Min Salary

Max Salary

Avg. Salary

B.Arch

1

38

7.25 LPA

7.25 LPA

7.25 LPA

Bio Technology

6

9

5 LPA

10.89 LPA

8.45 LPA

Civil

75

89

3.5 LPA

34.1 LPA

8.09 LPA

Chemical

65

75

4 LPA

34.1 LPA

10.68 LPA

Computer Science

150

155

3.5 LPA

50.64 LPA

19.37 LPA

Electrical & Electronics

130

134

4 LPA

36.42 LPA

10.99 LPA

Electronics & Communication

132

149

4 LPA

36.5 LPA

13.71 LPA

Mechanical

137

155

4 LPA

34.1 LPA

9.67 LPA

Production

28

34

4 LPA

13.65 LPA

7.99 LPA

Engineering Physics

3

7

6 LPA

6.5 LPA

6.17 LPA

Materials Science & Engineering

9

17

4 LPA

10 LPA

6.72 LPA

Total UG

736

862

3.5 LPA

50.64 LPA

12.41 LPA

Top Recruiters

  • Aakash Educational Services Ltd
  • Aakash Institute
  • ABB
  • Accenture
  • Adani Group
  • Aditya Birla Group
  • Air India
  • Allen Career Institute Pvt. Ltd.
  • Alphawave Semi India
  • Amazon
  • Amdocs

For more detailed information on Placements. Check out upGrad’s NIT Calicut Placements’ page.

Ranking 2024-2025

NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) is a government body that releases annual rankings of higher education institutes in India. Ranking of NIT Calicut Over the Years, Category-Wise.

Ranking Body

Ranking Year

Rank

Category

NIRF

2024

25

Engineering

NIRF

2024

3

Architecture

NIRF

2024

54

Overall

NIRF

2023

23

Engineering

NIRF

2023

2

Architecture

NIRF

2023

54

Overall

Scholarships 2025

Details

    Benefits: The number and value of the scholarships vary based on the available funds.

    Eligibility: Students in the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd year of the B.Tech course or other courses are eligible up to the prefinal year at NITC.

NIT Calicut Vs NIT Durgapur Vs NIT Warangal

Here’s a comparison of the three NITs to know better about each

Parameters

NIT Calicut

NIT Durgapur

NIT Warangal

NIRF Ranking

25

44

21

Tuition Fees

UG: ₹ 1.5 Lakhs

UG: ₹50k- ₹1 Lakh

UG (B.Tech): ₹1,05,000

M.B.A: ₹ 35,000/-

PG: ₹80k-1.15 Lakhs

PG: ₹56k-90k

PG (M.Tech): ₹35,000/-

Popular Courses

UG: B.Tech, B.Arch

UG: B.Tech.

UG: B.Tech

PG: M.Tech, MSc, MCA, MBA

PG: M.Tech, MSc, MBA, MSW

PG: M.Tech, MSc

Placement Rate

Highest CTC: ₹50.64 LPA

Average CTC: ₹12.41 LPA

Highest CTC: ₹80 LPA

Average CTC: ₹12.61 LPA

Average CTC- ₹53.28 LPA

Median CTC: ₹6 LPA

Campus, Hostel & Student Life

Location: Kozhikode, Kerala

NIT Calicut is situated in a beautiful area at the base of the Western Ghats, about 22 kilometers northeast of the city of Calicut (also called Kozhikode) in Kerala, India. Calicut, located in the Malabar region, It is famous for its peaceful beaches, green countryside, historical sites, quiet backwaters, wildlife areas, rivers, and waterfalls.

As a fully residential institution, the campus contains academic buildings, research labs, hostels, staff homes, and other facilities.

Hostels at NIT Calicut

  • Accommodation Capacity: 11 men’s hostels and 3 ladies’ hostels with single to quadruple occupancy options.
  • Facilities: 24/7 water, electricity, internet, common rooms, entertainment areas, guest rooms, dining halls
  • Special Amenities: Girls’ hostels – gym, sewing/tailoring center, library, indoor sports, DTP center, night canteen; Boys’ hostels – outdoor gym, sports courts, cricket nets, sports complex.
  • Activities: Annual inter- and intra-hostel sports and cultural events for student engagement and growth.

Student Life at NIT Calicut

Clubs: Club Mathematica, Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE), Nature Club, National Service Scheme, Adventure Club, Club Unwired, The Robotics Interest Group( RIG), FOSSCell, Club Innovation (SEF), CPHUB and More

Fests: Tathva The Technical Fest. Ragam The Cultural Fest, Tarang Management Fest

Notable Alumni

Name

Field of Work

Kartik Singhal

Programming Languages and Compilers for Quantum Computation

Appu Prabhakar

Cinematographer

Maruthi Akella

Cockrell Family Chair Professor in Engineering

Nikhil Mukund Menon

Research Scientist at MIT

FAQs for Overview

1. How competitive is admission to NIT Calicut’s B.Tech programs?

Admission is highly competitive and depends on JEE Advanced rank through JoSAA counselling. Closing ranks vary by branch, with Computer Science generally having the highest cut-off.

2. What is the placement rate for core engineering branches?

Branches like Computer Science, Electrical, and Electronics & Communication see placement rates above 95%, with multiple high-paying offers from top companies.

3. Are internships compulsory at NIT Calicut?

While not mandatory for all programs, most students pursue internships in their pre-final year, often facilitated through the Centre for Career Development (CCD).

4. Does the hostel fee include mess charges?

No, mess charges are separate. Students can choose from 16 messes, two of which are exclusively vegetarian, and pay monthly or semester-wise.

5. Can students change branches after joining?

Yes, branch change is possible after the first year, but it depends on CGPA performance and seat availability in the desired branch.

6. What support does the institute provide for higher studies abroad?

NIT Calicut offers guidance through faculty mentors, organizes talks by alumni studying abroad, and provides recommendation letters and research opportunities.

7. How active is the alumni network?

The alumni network is strong, with graduates working in top global companies and research institutions, often returning to mentor students or offer placements.

8. What are the facilities for research at the undergraduate level?

UG students can participate in research through final-year projects, departmental labs, and initiatives like the I-STEM Catalyst Center, which offers advanced scientific equipment.

9. Are there opportunities for entrepreneurship on campus?

Yes, students can join innovation clubs, participate in hackathons, and access incubation support through collaborations with industry and start-up programs.

10. How safe is the campus for students?

The campus has round-the-clock security, CCTV surveillance, separate hostel arrangements for boys and girls, and strict entry protocols for visitors.

11. Do companies visit for non-core and management roles too?

Yes, apart from engineering roles, companies also recruit for data science, consulting, product management, and business roles, especially for MBA and multidisciplinary students.

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