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NIRF #19 – Best NIT in Kerala

NIT Calicut – National Institute of Technology Calicut

Kozhikode, Kerala | Est. 1961 | NIRF 2025: #19 | CSE OS Closing Rank: ~2,741 | Avg Placement: 8–14 LPA

About NIT Calicut (NITC)

National Institute of Technology Calicut (NITC), established in 1961, is one of India's premier engineering institutions and the best engineering institute in Kerala. Located in Kozhikode (Calicut), it sits on a picturesque campus with lush green surroundings typical of Kerala.

NIRF 2025 ranked #19 overall among engineering institutes, NITC has a strong alumni network in both India and abroad, particularly in the Middle East's growing tech ecosystem. The institute is known for its research in computer science, signal processing, and structural engineering.

#19
NIRF 2025
1961
Established
Kozhikode, KL
Location
~850+
B.Tech Seats

NIT Calicut Cutoff 2026 – Expected Closing Ranks

HS = Home State (Kerala). OS = Other State. Based on JoSAA 2025 Round 6 trends.

BranchGen HS (KL)Gen OSOBC OSSC OS
CSE~6,231~2,741~6,200~14,500
ECE~8,500~3,901~8,800~20,000
EEE~11,000~5,601~12,500~28,000
Mechanical~15,000~8,201~18,000~40,000
Civil~22,000~13,001~28,000~60,000
Chemical~18,000~10,501~23,000~50,000
Production~25,000~15,001~32,000~70,000
B.Arch~2,501~1,201~3,500~8,000

*Estimates based on JoSAA 2025 Round 6. Official 2026 cutoffs after JoSAA rounds start.

NIT Calicut Placements & Campus Life

8–14 LPA
Average Package
~45 LPA
Highest Package
~₹1.4–1.8 L
Fee/Year

NITC has a strong placement record with consistent recruitment from IT, core engineering, and consulting sectors. The campus features excellent hostel facilities, sports complex, multiple clubs, and is known for its culturally vibrant student life. Annual festivals include Ragam (cultural) and Tathva (technical).

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Frequently Asked Questions – NIT Calicut

Common questions about NIT Calicut admissions, cutoff, ranking, and placements

1
What is NIT Calicut's NIRF ranking 2025?
NIT Calicut (National Institute of Technology Calicut) is ranked #19 in the Engineering category in NIRF 2025. It is consistently ranked in the top 5 NITs and is the best engineering institute in Kerala. The institute has produced numerous IAS officers, startup founders, and global tech leaders.
2
What is the NIT Calicut CSE cutoff for 2026?
Based on JoSAA 2025 Round 6 trends, NIT Calicut CSE closing rank for General Home State (Kerala) is expected around 5,800–6,600 CRL, and for General Other State around 2,500–3,000 CRL. Exact cutoffs will be released after JoSAA 2026 rounds begin.
3
What is the average placement at NIT Calicut?
NIT Calicut's average B.Tech placement is approximately ₹8–14 LPA. The institute benefits from Kerala's strong IT sector ties and national placements. Top recruiters include TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Amazon, Flipkart, and various PSUs. CSE branch has the highest demand from recruiters.
4
Is NIT Calicut better than NIT Rourkela?
NIT Calicut (NIRF #19) is ranked slightly higher than NIT Rourkela (NIRF #21) in NIRF 2025. Both are excellent NITs. NIT Calicut has a slight advantage in placement due to proximity to Kerala's tech ecosystem and strong alumni networks. Choose based on branch preference, home state quota advantage, and personal preference.
5
What branches are offered at NIT Calicut?
NIT Calicut offers B.Tech in CSE, ECE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Production, Architecture, and Bio-Technology. It also has a thriving M.Tech and Ph.D. research program. Architecture at NIT Calicut is one of the few 5-year B.Arch programs at NITs.

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NIT Calicut Quick Facts

NIRF 2025#19
LocationKozhikode, Kerala
Established1961
CSE OS Cutoff~2,741 CRL
Avg Placement8–14 LPA
Annual Fee~₹1.4–1.8 L

Disclaimer

Cutoff data is based on JoSAA 2025 Round 6. Official 2026 cutoffs will be published after each JoSAA 2026 round.