Kalaignar karunanidhi Institute of Technology, Coimbatore

Kalaignar karunanidhi Institute of Techn... Highlights

Particulars	Details
Full Name	Kalaignar Karunanidhi Institute of Technology
Location	Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Established	2008
Affiliation	Anna University, Chennai
Approval	AICTE, New Delhi

Kalaignar karunanidhi Institute of Techn... Important Dates

(Tentative)

Date	Event	Details
March 1, 2025	KIT EV-EXPO 2025	An exposition focused on electric mobility, showcasing advancements in electric vehicles.
March 14–15, 2025	9th International Conference on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Management (ICSTEM 2025)	A conference featuring keynote speakers and research presentations in various engineering and management fields.
March 29, 2025	KITS 25 – Knowledge, Innovation & Talent Acquisition Summit	A summit aimed at inspiring knowledge sharing and innovation among participants.

Refer to official notifications for exact dates.

Kalaignar karunanidhi Institute of Techn... Admission Process

 

UG (B.E./B.Tech) Admission Process:

 

1. TNEA Counseling: 

Admissions are done through TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions) conducted by Anna University.

 

2. Eligibility Criteria: 

Candidates must have completed 12th grade with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as main subjects.

3. Merit-Based: Admission is based on marks obtained in 12th grade (HSC) and merit.

 

4. No Entrance Exam: 

No separate entrance

exam is required for UG admissions.

 

5. TNEA Registration: 

Candidates need to register online on the official TNEA portal and attend the counseling.

 

6. Management Quota:

 Direct admission is available through management quota for a limited number of seats.

 

PG (M.E., MBA, MCA) Admission Process:

 

1. TANCET Exam: 

Admissions to M.E. programs are based on the TANCET (Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test) or GATE scores.

 

2. Eligibility: 

For MBA and MCA, candidates must have a relevant undergraduate degree and should appear for TANCET.

 

3. Counseling Process:

Counseling is conducted through TANCA (Tamil Nadu Common Admission) for M.E., and TANCET counseling for MBA and MCA.

 

4. Management Quota: 

Direct admission is available through management quota for a limited number of seats.

 

Ph.D. Admission Process:

 

1. Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants must have a Master’s degree in the relevant discipline.

 

2. Written Test and Interview: 

Candidates are selected based on a written test followed by an interview.

 

3. Anna University Norms: 

Ph.D. admission is carried out according to the Anna University guidelines.

 

Kalaignar karunanidhi Institute of Techn... Scholarship

 

The institute provides a range of scholarships according to sports, economic status, merit, and special categories, such as the Dr. Vidhya Scholarship for girls. Depending on their eligibility, students can also receive government scholarships. Some scholarships help worthy students by covering anywhere from 50% to 100% of their tuition and living expenses.

 

Scholarship Name	Eligibility Criteria	Benefits
KIT Scholarship	Based on academic merit; specific cutoff marks in qualifying exams	Varies: Full tuition and hostel fee waivers for high achievers; partial waivers for others
Dr. Vidhya Scholarship	Exclusive to female students meeting criteria such as being a first graduate, one girl child, or from a single-parent family	50% concession in tuition and hostel fees
KIT Defence Scholarship	Children of defense personnel	Specific benefits not detailed; likely includes tuition and/or hostel fee concessions
Sports Scholarship	Outstanding performance in sports at state or national levels	Specific benefits not detailed; may include tuition and/or hostel fee concessions
Government Scholarships	Based on caste and income criteria	Varies; can be up to ₹50,000

Kalaignar karunanidhi Institute of Techn... Placements

 

Top recruiters like Infosys, Cognizant, TCS, Zoho, Accenture, and others have placed KIT candidates successfully. While the average package falls between ₹4 and ₹6 LPA, the highest package offered in recent years has reached ₹40 LPA. With the help of an active training and placement cell, the college boasts a placement rate of over 90%.

 

Placement Year	Highest Package (INR)	Average Package (INR)	Placement Rate	Top Recruiters
2024	12 LPA	6 LPA	~80%	TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Cognizant, Accenture, Zoho, L&T
2025 (ongoing)	40 LPA	6.5 LPA	92%	Autodesk, Infosys, Accenture, Cognizant, Guvi, Mallow, Kodnest, Hexaware, IBM, Virtusa

Kalaignar karunanidhi Institute of Techn... Rankings

Rankings at the national level have continuously included Kalaignar Karunanidhi Institute of Technology (KIT). It was ranked in the 201–300 range for Indian engineering schools in the NIRF 2024 rankings. In keeping with its rising stature in technical education, it has also been ranked by websites such as Collegedunia and The Week.

 

Ranking Authority	Year	Category	Rank / Band
NIRF	2024	Engineering	201–300 band in India
NIRF	2022	Engineering	251–300 band in India
The Week	2020	B.Tech	169 in India
Collegedunia	2025	B.Tech	586 in India
Collegedunia	2025	MBA	259 in India

Kalaignar karunanidhi Institute of Techn... Courses & Fees

Course	1st Year Fees	Eligibility
B.Tech	₹2 Lakhs (1st Year Fees)	10+2 with 45% + TNEA
BE	₹2 Lakhs (1st Year Fees)	10+2 with 45% + TNEA
MBA	₹35k (1st Year Fees)	Graduation with 50% + TANCET

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Kalaignar karunanidhi Institute of Techn... Ratings & Reviews

Academics

9.1 / 10

Faculty

8.8 / 10

Infrastructure

8.8 / 10

Placement

8.8 / 10

Social Life

9.1 / 10

Accommodation

9 / 10

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Kalaignar karunanidhi Institute of Techn... FAQs

Is KIT Coimbatore affiliated to any university?

Yes, KIT is affiliated to Anna University, Chennai.

Is KIT approved by AICTE and accredited?

Yes, it is approved by AICTE and accredited with NAAC 'A' Grade and several programs are NBA accredited.

What courses are offered at KIT?

KIT offers B.E./B.Tech, M.E., MBA, MCA, and Ph.D. programs in various engineering and management disciplines.

How are the placements at KIT?

KIT has a strong placement record with companies like Infosys, Zoho, TCS, Cognizant, and more. The highest package has reached ₹40 LPA.

Is there a hostel facility at KIT?

Yes, separate hostels are available for boys and girls, with multiple occupancy options and modern amenities.

What is the hostel fee at KIT?

The hostel fee ranges from ₹34,600 to ₹37,000 per year, with a separate mess fee of ₹24,000 per year.

Does KIT offer scholarships?

Yes, KIT offers merit-based, need-based, and category-specific scholarships, including for girl students and children of defense personnel.

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