KALAIGNAR KARUNANIDHI INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, COIMBATORE

BASIC DETAILS:

  • Short Name:  KIT
  • Counselling Code: 2750
  • Year of Establishment: 2008
  • Status:  Autonomous
  • Address:  Kannamapalayam, Coimbatore
  • Website:  www.kitcbe.com
  •  Phone:  +91 422 2367890
  • Email:info@kitcbe.com

How to Reach?

Proximity from Major Cities:

  • Coimbatore City: 15 km
  • Tiruppur: 35 km
  • Erode: 85 km
  • Palakkad: 65 km

COURSES OFFERED (UG Engg):

  • B.E. Agriculture Engineering
  • B.E. Aeronautical Engineering
  • B.E. Biomedical Engineering
  • B.E. Computer Science and Engineering
  • B.E. Electronics and Communication Engineering
  • B.E. Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • B.E. Mechanical Engineering
  • B.Tech. Information Technology
  • B.Tech. Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
  • B.Tech. Computer Science and Business Systems

Accreditation:

  • NAAC: A Grade
  • NBA: Accredited – CSE, ECE, EEE, MECH
  • Approval: AICTE, New Delhi
  • Affiliation: Anna University

What the Students say about this college?

LIKES:

  • Placement Opportunities: Students frequently highlight the college’s active placement cell, which facilitates recruitment drives with various MNCs and core engineering companies.
  • Modern Infrastructure: The campus at Kannampalayam is often praised for its well-equipped laboratories, specialized research centers, and comprehensive library.
  • Industry-Aligned Curriculum: Because the college is Autonomous, students appreciate that the syllabus is often more up-to-date compared to non-autonomous affiliated colleges.
  • Supportive Faculty: Many students note that the teaching staff are approachable and provide significant mentorship for projects and technical competitions.
  • Technical Events: The institution is liked for its vibrant campus life, including national-level symposiums, workshops, and cultural fests that allow for holistic development.

DISLIKES:

  • Far from City: ~15–17 km from Coimbatore city; daily commute is tiring
  • Strict Rules: Dress code, mobile restrictions, discipline feels excessive
  • Hostel Food: Limited variety, taste inconsistency
  • Extra Charges: Fees for add-on courses, certifications, special training
  • Placement Pressure: Heavy focus on software placements; stressful for core branches

Key Strengths:

  • Industry-Aligned Curriculum – Focus on current technologies & skills
  • Location (Coimbatore) – Industrial & educational hub, good exposure
  • Curriculum Flexibility – Value-added courses & skill training
  • NAAC ‘A’ Grade – Overall institutional quality
  • NBA Accreditation – CSE, ECE, EEE, MECH departments
  • Modern UG Programs – AI & DS, CSBS, Biomedical, etc.
  • Placements – Active placement cell, MNC & core company access
  • Infrastructure – Well-equipped labs, research & innovation facilities

College Fee Structure:

  • Govt Quota (TNEA): ₹50,000 – ₹55,000 / year
  • Management Quota: ₹85,000 – ₹1,25,000 / year
  • Hostel + Mess: ₹80,000 – ₹90,000 / year

Placement Highlights:

  • Placement Rate: 90%+ (eligible students)
  • Recruiters: 150+ companies
  • Highest Package: ₹12–20 LPA
  • Average Package: ~₹4 LPA
  • Top Recruiters: Zoho, TCS, CTS, Wipro, Infosys, Hexaware, Tech Mahindra

Safe Cut-off Marks :

High-Demand (CSE, IT, AI & DS):

  • OC/BC: 170 – 185
  • MBC/BCM: 160 – 175
  • SC/ST: 120 – 145

Circuital (ECE, EEE):

  • OC/BC: 155 – 165
  • MBC/BCM: 145 – 155
  • SC/ST: 100 – 120

Core & Specialized (Mechanical, Aero, Agri, Biomedical):

  • OC/BC: 140 – 150
  • MBC/BCM: 125 – 135
  • SC/ST: 85 – 105