#15
NIRF Rank
₹1.6L/yr
Annual Fees
295 acres
Campus Area
6,500
Students
330
Faculty
4.4/5
Rating
4
Programmes
Karnataka
State
📖 About the College
NIT Karnataka, Surathkal was established in 1960 as the Karnataka Regional Engineering College. The 295-acre campus sits on the coast of the Arabian Sea, making it one of the most beautifully located technical institutions in India. The institute has a lighthouse within its campus and the beach serves as a recreational hub for students. NITK is known for strong placements in the IT and manufacturing sectors.
🎓 Streams Offered
✅ Accreditations
✅ NAAC A+ 🇮🇳 NIRF Ranked #15
🏠 Hostel Available 🎖️ Scholarships
ℹ️ Fees are approximate. Contact the institution for the latest fee structure.
| Programme | Duration | Fees | Seats | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (All Branches) | 4 Years | ₹1.6L/yr | 800 | JEE Main |
| M.Tech | 2 Years | ₹50K/yr | 600 | GATE |
| M.Sc | 2 Years | ₹50K/yr | 120 | JAM |
📝 Entrance Exams Accepted
📝 JEE Main
📝 GATE
📝 JAM
📋 How to Apply
- Check eligibility on official website
- Appear in the required entrance exam: JEE Main, GATE, JAM
- Apply online through the institution portal with required documents
- Attend counselling / interview if applicable
- Pay admission fee and confirm your seat
- Report to campus on the stipulated date
⚠️ Always verify admission dates on the official college website. Dates vary every year.
11 LPA
Avg Package
55 L
Highest Package
88%
Placement Rate
📊 Placement Stats
Students Placed88%
On-campus Recruitment83%
Students in Core Sector35%
🏢 Top Recruiters
Microsoft
Amazon
Infosys
Wipro
ISRO
BHEL
L&T
Bosch
🏛️ Facilities
✅ Coastal Campus on Arabian Sea
✅ Lighthouse
✅ Library
✅ Hostel
✅ Sports Complex
👨🎓 Notable Alumni
T
T.V. Mohandas Pai
Former CFO Infosys
G
Girish Karnad
Playwright (Alumnus)
📊 Rankings
#15
NIRF Overall Ranking
National Institutional Ranking Framework, 2024
#15
NIRF Engineering Category
Category-specific ranking
A+
NAAC Accreditation Grade
Latest cycle
ℹ️ Rankings sourced from NIRF 2024.
4.4
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Overall Rating
429 reviews
Detailed Ratings
Academics4.9/5
Placements4.7/5
Campus Life4.6/5
Faculty4.7/5
Value for Money4/5
Student Reviews
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Karthik N. ✓ Verified
B.Tech 2019
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✅ Great placements
❌ Fees can be high
"Best decision of my life. The academics and exposure to industry are unparalleled."
S
Sneha R. ✓ Verified
B.Tech 2020
⭐⭐⭐
✅ Modern infrastructure
❌ High academic pressure
"The campus life is incredible. Placements were great — got an international offer."
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Arjun S.
B.Tech 2021
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✅ World-class faculty
❌ Limited social life
"Highly competitive environment but the rewards are immense."
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Divya L.
B.Tech 2022
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✅ Strong peer network
❌ Competitive environment
"Good overall experience. Made great friends and learned a lot."
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