NIT Calicut B.Tech Chemical Engineering: Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Admission to National Institutes of Technology (NITs), including NIT Calicut, is based on the JEE Main exam, with seats allocated through JOSAA counseling, which takes into account the candidate’s rank, state, and category. Half of the seats are reserved for home state candidates. The process involves 6 to 8 rounds of seat allocation, with a rank within 20,000 typically sufficient for securing a seat at NIT Calicut. No interviews or additional exams are required post-JEE Main.

The faculty at NIT Calicut is highly qualified, with most members holding PhDs, though there is a shortage of permanent faculty, and some variability in teaching quality exists. The fee structure varies based on income and category; Indian students from families earning less than Rs. 1 lakh per annum study for free, whereas those in the Rs. 1-5 lakh bracket pay about Rs. 41,000 per annum, and students with family incomes above Rs. 5 lakh pay approximately Rs. 1.25 lakh per annum.

DASA students pay 2-3 times more. Scholarships and fee waivers are available for certain categories, and additional costs apply. NIT Calicut boasts a robust placement record, with an overall placement rate of 90% and an average package of 12-15 LPA. The highest packages range from 47 to 67 LPA, especially in the Computer Science and Engineering department, which sees nearly 98% placement. Major recruiters include Google, Microsoft, and Amazon. About 200 companies visit annually, offering diverse roles.

Internship opportunities are available from the third year, with stipends ranging from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 60,000 per month. Several scholarships are also available, including E-Grantz for SC/ST students and MCMS for OBC students. General category students can apply for the National Scholarship Portal, offering up to Rs. 10,000.