The B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at Nitte (Deemed to be University) is a four-year full-time undergraduate engineering programme offered at NMAM Institute of Technology (NMAMIT), Nitte, Karkala Taluk, Udupi District, Karnataka, a constituent engineering college of Nitte Deemed to be University. The programme covers machine learning, data engineering, big data analytics, statistical modelling, Python and R programming, AI ethics, data visualisation, and end-to-end ML pipelines, preparing graduates for careers in engineering and industry. Nitte Deemed to be University holds NAAC A+ accreditation. Total programme fee is INR 14,40,000 for the four years.
📋 Admission Status: NMAMIT B.Tech Artificial Intelligence & Data Science admissions for 2026-27 are in progress. KCET 2026 was held on Apr 22 to April 24, 2026; results are expected by June 6, 2026. COMEDK UGET 2026 was held on May 9, 2026. Apply at apply.nitte.edu.in.
Nitte University B.Tech Artificial Intelligence & Data Science Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Fee (all 4 years) | INR 3,60,000 per year |
| Total Fees (4 Years, Hostel Separate) | INR 14,40,000 |
- Includes tuition and exam fee; verify breakdown at nitte.edu.in.
- Hostel and transport separate; confirm at nmamit.nitte.edu.in.
- Verify 2026-27 fee at nitte.edu.in before payment.
Nitte University B.Tech Artificial Intelligence & Data Science Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| KCET 2026 Exam (Karnataka KEA) | Apr 22 to April 24, 2026 |
| KCET 2026 Result | June 6, 2026 |
| COMEDK UGET 2026 Exam | May 9, 2026 |
| COMEDK UGET 2026 Result | May 29, 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result | February 16, 2026 |
| Nitte Application / NUCAT | Rolling; apply.nitte.edu.in |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
| KCET 2026 (KEA Karnataka) Registration End | Feb 27, 2026 |
| KCET 2026 (KEA Karnataka) Exam Date | Apr 22 to April 24, 2026 |
| KCET 2026 (KEA Karnataka) Result | June 6, 2026 |
| COMEDK UGET 2026 Registration End | March 23, 2026 |
| COMEDK UGET 2026 Exam Date | May 9, 2026 |
| COMEDK UGET 2026 Result | May 29, 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 (NTA) Registration End | Nov 27, 2025 |
| JEE Main 2026 (NTA) Exam Date | Jan 21-28, 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 (NTA) Result | February 16, 2026 |
- KCET or COMEDK UGET rank required for Karnataka government quota seats.
- JEE Main score accepted for NRI and management quota seats.
- NUCAT scores are also accepted for Nitte management quota.
- Apply at apply.nitte.edu.in or via KCET/COMEDK counselling.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) from a recognised board, with a minimum of 45 percent aggregate marks in PCM (40 percent for SC/ST candidates from Karnataka).
- A valid KCET 2026 rank, COMEDK UGET 2026 rank, or JEE Main 2026 score is required for admission. NUCAT (Nitte University Common Admission Test) scores are also accepted for Nitte’s management quota seats.
Admission Process
- Appear in KCET 2026 (Karnataka KEA; exam: Apr 22 to April 24, 2026) or COMEDK UGET 2026 (exam: May 9, 2026).
- Participate in KCET counselling at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in or COMEDK counselling at comedk.org and select NMAMIT, Nitte.
- Alternatively, apply directly at apply.nitte.edu.in using JEE Main score or NUCAT rank for management quota seats.
- Pay the first-year fee of INR 3,60,000 and complete document verification at NMAMIT, Nitte; classes commence August 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- Career target is data scientist, ML engineer, or AI analyst at an analytics or tech firm
- NMAMIT’s NAAC A+ campus and Bengaluru placement network suit your career plan
- Strong interest in data pipelines, statistical modelling, and ML model deployment
- Fee of INR 14.40 Lakhs for a 4-year B.Tech is acceptable compared to larger cities
- Planning M.Tech in Data Science via GATE or MBA in business analytics after graduation
✗ Skip if
- IIT/NIT-grade brand is needed for top-tier data science research or foreign master’s
- Fee of INR 14.40 Lakhs total is outside your budget without scholarship
- Core hardware, VLSI, or embedded systems career is the goal, not data science
- Campus in Nitte (Udupi District) is too remote from your preferred city
Nitte University B.Tech Artificial Intelligence & Data Science Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Nitte Merit Scholarship | As per university norms | Based on KCET/COMEDK/JEE rank or Class 12 marks; awarded at admission |
| Karnataka Fee Reimbursement Scheme | Full tuition reimbursement | SC/ST Karnataka domicile students; via state SC/ST welfare department |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000; scholarships.gov.in |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Government of Karnataka) | As per government norms | SC/ST Karnataka domicile students; state scholarship portal |
| COMEDK Merit Scholarship | As per scheme norms | Top COMEDK UGET rankers admitted to NMAMIT |
- Karnataka Fee Reimbursement: full tuition for SC/ST Karnataka domicile students.
- Central Sector Scholarship: family income below INR 8 lakh; scholarships.gov.in.
- Nitte Merit Scholarship: based on KCET/COMEDK rank or Class 12 marks.
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