Hostel Life

The hostel setup scores a 5 out of 10 for infrastructure and facilities. Cleanliness gets a better score at 8 out of 10. The hostel staff also rates a 5 out of 10, while the food is quite good, earning an 8 out of 10.

Campus Experience

The campus infrastructure and facilities both receive an 8 out of 10. Professors are rated at 7 out of 10. The vibe around campus is lively, scoring 8 out of 10, and there's a lot happening with clubs and activities, which get a 9 out of 10. However, campus safety is a concern, with only a 3 out of 10.

Freedom

In terms of freedom, girls have a score of 6 out of 10; for boys, it's much higher at 10 out of 10. Support for LGBTQ students stands at 7 out of 10.

Academics

The workload is quite intense. Placement opportunities are good, with an 8 out of 10 rating. Research activities rate a 6 out of 10.

I'd say mechanical engineering is quite tough because it involves complex core topics. You need a strong grasp of engineering principles and challenging subjects like thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer. These areas can be tough to get your head around.

However, if you're into physics and have a solid understanding of its concepts, it might become easier for you.

Having experienced both a state-level college and NIT Calicut, I can say that NITC stands out as a top residential campus in India, offering quality education at an affordable price. The campus is directly managed by the MHRD of the central government, ensuring that academics run smoothly without any disruptions like strikes or delays. You'll be taught by high-caliber professors, most of whom hold PhDs, in the major subjects.

There's generally no significant conflict between students since politics and communal activities are not allowed on campus. However, you might notice some groups forming based on language differences, which is quite normal.

NITC also has a well-supported training and placement cell, which is great for helping you secure a job by the time you graduate. Just make sure to choose a course that is in demand in the industry to enhance your job prospects.

In the end, NITC and similar premier institutes in India offer a solid foundation for your career and are reliable brands you can trust.

First, let me ask if you know that Calicut is a town in Kerala where Malayalam is spoken. If you're aware of this, you might not realize how many Malayalis, often called 'mallus' by North Indians, work in places like the US, Canada, and wealthy Arab countries. Understanding this might help you get a better grasp of NIT Calicut.

Now, talking about top engineering institutions in India: there are seven old IITs, four southern NITs, three IIMs, and ISB. These include IIT Bombay, IIT Madras, IIT Kharagpur, IIT Kanpur, IIT Roorkee, IIT Guwahati, and IIT Delhi, along with NIT Calicut, NIT Warangal, NIT Surathkal, NIT Trichy, IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, IIM Calcutta, and ISB Hyderabad. These 15 schools are where you'll find India's top students.

Some prestigious names like AIIMS, Xavier's College in Calcutta, and NIT Allahabad aren't part of this exclusive group, nor are institutions like ISRO, IISc, or DCE. They don't count as tier-1 schools in this context.

This might surprise you, but try to see it from a different angle. The reputation of a college isn't the big deal; it's more about how well its graduates integrate into the job market and where alumni have a presence. The age of the school also matters, as well as how graduates are able to take and keep international job offers.

Consider this: 38% of doctors in the US are Indian, 36% of NASA scientists are Indian, 34% of Microsoft staff are Indian, 28% of IBM workers are Indian, 27% of Intel employees are Indian, and 37% of scientists in the US are Indian.

In big companies, where a third-year employee might sell $20 million worth of goods in a month, you'll often find Indians from these top IITs, IIMs, and the four NITs in management roles. The prestige of the school isn't as linked to average starting salaries as you might think. Over 10-15 years, promotions and salary increases can be significant. This is largely due to a strong alumni network, built when many top students moved abroad for better prospects. Back in 2005, an IIT or ISB grad making 1 crore rupees was big news, but now that's just an okay start for international jobs. The ability to get in and the willingness to accept offers also matter. For example, getting into Xavier's or AIIMS is tough, and grads from other NITs or DCE might work as engineers in India and abroad but not necessarily in management roles. They don't often get to see or break the glass ceiling.

Here's a lighthearted joke from a friend: Why are Malayalees successful in any field? Picture this: Bill Gates organizes a huge recruitment event for a new Microsoft Asia Chairman. 5000 hopefuls gather. Mr. Nair is one of them. Bill Gates asks everyone who doesn't know Java to leave. 2000 depart. Mr. Nair, who doesn't know Java, stays, thinking he has nothing to lose. Bill Gates then asks those who've never managed over 100 people to leave. Another 2000 go. Mr. Nair, again with no experience, stays put. Next, those without management diplomas are told to leave, and 500 exit. Mr. Nair, who left school at 15, remains. Finally, Bill Gates asks those who can't speak Japanese to leave. 498 exit. Mr. Nair stays, leaving just him and one other. Bill Gates approaches them, asking for a conversation in Japanese. Mr. Nair turns to the other and says in Malayalam, "Naatil evda?" meaning "Where are you from?" The other replies, "Palakkad!" Both get selected! Malayalis are known to look out for each other, almost like a close-knit group.

I've mentioned before that many people from Kerala, including those at NIT Calicut, tend to stick to their own circles, preferring to interact with other Malayalis rather than outsiders. The faculty at NIT Calicut mostly consists of Malayalis, so you won't find many Hindi speakers, and even fewer from Tamil or Kannada backgrounds. This can make it tough for students from North India who primarily speak Hindi, as they might struggle to find folks who share their cultural background.

I don't mean to criticize the people of Kerala, but they generally aren't known for being very open to outsiders. Compared to states like Tamil Nadu or Karnataka, Kerala is less developed, with lots of nature like jungles and beaches. With rain for most of the year, students often feel out of place, which affects the overall experience and quality of life at the college. It might help if they brought in more faculty from different regions, especially those who speak Hindi.

Here's a breakdown of the fee structure at NMIT for the BTech ISE program: The tuition fee is about 2 lakh per year. Other fees come to around 35,000 annually. If you plan to stay on campus, the hostel will cost you roughly 70,000 a year, and the mess fee is about 25,000 annually. Over four years, you're looking at spending around 13.5 lakh. Don't forget about your personal expenses too. Moving to a new place often means some extra costs to settle in.

One option to consider is applying for a bank loan with a low-interest rate. Many banks offer loans up to 7.5 lakh without needing collateral, which could help cover a good portion of your expenses over the four years.

The ISE department at NMIT is known for good placement opportunities. If you focus on developing your skills during your studies, you should be able to land a good job, making it easier to repay any loans afterward.

I understand this situation can be tough, so here are some things to keep in mind:

• Make sure the bank approves your loan. If you can provide collateral and secure the entire amount, that would be ideal.
• You'll need to find a way to manage any remaining costs.
• It's crucial to stay committed to your studies to secure a good job later. Without hard work, you might face financial strain from the loan. Plan wisely.

Good luck!

95 percentile in JEE Main = approx rank 45,000-55,000. NIT Calicut is one of the top-5 NITs in India, so this needs a realistic look:

for Kerala home state (HS) quota candidates: 95 percentile gives decent chances for civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering branches. CSE and ECE at NIT Calicut HS usually close much higher (~99+ percentile). so HS quota at 95 percentile gets you into the college but not the top branches.

for outside Kerala (OS quota) candidates: 95 percentile is generally not enough for NIT Calicut in any good branch. OS quota CSE closes around 99.5+ percentile, ECE around 98.5-99+. at 95 percentile OS, the chances of any branch at NIT Calicut are very slim.

what to do at 95 percentile:

• check JoSAA predictor for exact closing ranks of the branch you want
• for OS candidates, look at NIT Warangal (lower cutoff some branches), NIT Surathkal, MNIT Jaipur as comparable alternatives
• apply to all rounds in JoSAA counseling — cutoffs drop round by round and late rounds sometimes open branches
• 95 percentile is a good score overall — you can get strong NITs just not NIT Calicut's best branches OS