What is Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT) known for?
Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT) offers B.Tech / B.E., BSc, M.Tech / M.E., MCA / MCM, MSc across 13 active programme records.
Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT), Coimbatore – 2026 Overview
private · Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
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Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT) has recorded total fees from ₹4,000 and placement records with average packages up to ₹5 LPA. Use these figures to shortlist, then verify the same programme, year, category and placement report before deciding.
13Active programmes
7Student reviews
3.9Average rating
4Placement years
About Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT)
History and Background
CIT Coimbatore Updates Latest Updates: Admissions for the ME/MTech program at Coimbatore Institute of Technology for the year 2023 are now open through the Common Engineering Admission Procedure (CEAP) under the GATE Category. The deadline to apply for CEAP 2023 is May 31, 2023. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online on the official website ceap.annauniv.edu. Furthermore, Coimbatore Institute of Technology course admissions for the BE/BTech programs for the year 2023 are done through the Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) . The last date to apply for TNEA 2023 is June 4, 2023. Interested candidates can apply on the official website tneaonline.org. Additionally, the scorecard for TANCET/CEETA PG 2023 has been released on April 22. Candidates can download their scorecards until May 20, 2023. Read More - CIT Coimbatore Courses & Fees Coimbatore Institute of Technology Overview Established in 1956, Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT) was founded by the V. Rangaswamy Naidu Educational Trust (VRET) to promote professional learning and industrial training expertise. Originally affiliated with Madras University until 1980, it became autonomous in 1987 and later affiliated with Bharathiar University . Since 2001, CIT has been affiliated with Anna University . CIT Coimbatore is a government-aided, autonomous engineering college with 13 different departments including Physics, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, and more. The institute offers seven undergraduate programs, nine postgraduate programs, three five-year integrated M.Sc. programs, as well as Ph.D. research programs. Additionally, CIT Coimbatore is home to CIT Sandwich Polytechnic College, established in 1961, which offers eight engineering diplomas in various disciplines. CIT Coimbatore Highlights The table below gives the Coimbatore Institute of Technology Highlights: Particulars Details Established 1956 Institute Type Government-aided Affiliated to Anna University Approved by AICTE Application Mode Online Admission Criteria Merit / Entrance Test Accepted Entrance Tests JEE Mains , TNEA , CIT-MSc, CIT-CET, TANCET , GATE Area 25.4 Acres Facilities Available Library, Laboratories, ATM, Sports Grounds, Seminar Halls and Conference Halls, Food Courts, etc. Official Website http://www.cit.edu.in/ CIT Coimbatore Courses Given below is the list of all the Coimbatore Institute of technology Courses : Course Specialisations Eligibility Duration BE Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering and Computer Science and Engineering. 10+2 HSC (Academic) or its equivalent from a recognized board with physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry. Alternatively students with vocational subjects, Engineering or at least one subject from Math, Chemistry, and Physics is required. The minimum aggregate score: 50% (general), 45% for BC category, and 40% for SC/ST/MBC/DNC category. Diploma holders are also eligible to apply. 4 Years B.Tech Information Technology and Chemical Engineering 10+2 HSC (Academic) or equivalent from a recognized board with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry or HSC (vocational subjects) with Engineering or any one of Math, Chemistry, and Physics. Minimum aggregate score of 50% (general), 45% (BC), and 40% (SC/ST/MBC/DNC). Diploma holders in related subjects can also apply. 4 years ME Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Applied Electronics, Communication Engineering, Construction Management, Computer Science and Engineering, Embedded and Real-Time Systems, Environmental Engineering and Management, Heat Power Engineering and Structural Engineering Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an AICTE-recognized institute. The minimum aggregate score required is 50% for the general category and 45% for the BC category, while the SC/ST/MBC/DNC category requires a minimum aggregate score of 40%. 2 years M.Tech Nano Science and Technology Candidates applying must possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an AICTE-recognized institute. The minimum required aggregate score is 50% for the general category, 45% for BC category, and 40% for SC/ST/MBC/DNC category. 2 years MCA Lateral Entry and General Applicants must have successfully completed a Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an AICTE-recognized institute. Additionally, they should have studied Mathematics as an allied or main subject in their 10+2 education. The minimum aggregate score required for eligibility is 50% for the general category, 45% for BC category, and 40% for SC/ST/MBC/DNC category. Maximum of three years MSc Integrated Nano Science and Technology Candidates must have completed 10+2 .For Category A, the required subjects are Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry or Business Mathematics, Mathematics, and Statistics. For Category B, the required subjects are Commerce, Economics, Accountancy, and Computer Science. Applicants who do not belong to the SC/ST community must have a minimum aggregate score of 75% or above to be eligible to apply. 5 years Read more about CIT Coimbatore Admission CIT Coimbatore Contact Information CIT Coimbatore Contact Information is given in the below table CIT Coimbatore Contact Information Address Civil Aerodrome Post, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India - 641 014 Phone Numbers +91-422-2574071, +91-422-2574072 Email principal.citoffice@cit Useful Links: Top Engineering Colleges in Coimbatore Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College, Coimbatore PSG College of Technology (PSGCT), Coimbatore Dr Mahalingam College of Engineering & Technology, Coimbatore Government College of Technology (GCT), Coimbatore Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT), Coimbatore Karpagam College of Engineering, Coimbatore
Campus and Location
Established in 1956. Located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Civil Aerodrome Post Coimbatore, Tamilnadu,, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Affiliation and Recognition
Affiliated with Madras University until 1980, it became autonomous in 1987 and later affiliated with Bharathiar University .
Courses and Programmes Offered
B.Tech / B.E. Programmes
- B.Tech Chemical Engineering – 4 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.Tech. provided by the Coimbatore Institute of Technology should have passed XII with Physics, Chemistry as the compulsory subjects. · B.Tech / B.E. profile
- B.Tech Information Technology – 4 years – The candidate seeking admission in the B.Tech. provided by the Coimbatore Institute of Technology should have passed XII with Physics, Chemistry as the compulsory subjects.
- Bachelor of Engineering Civil Engineering – 4 years – The student seeking admission in B.E. from Coimbatore Institute of Technology should have passed XII from a recognized board or should have done diploma in engineering from a recognized institute.
- Bachelor of Engineering Computer Science & Engineering – 4 years – The student seeking admission in B.E. from Coimbatore Institute of Technology should have passed XII from a recognized board or should have done diploma in engineering from a recognized institute.
- Bachelor of Engineering Electrical & Electronics Engineering – 4 years – The student seeking admission in B.E. from Coimbatore Institute of Technology should have passed XII from a recognized board or should have done diploma in engineering from a recognized institute.
- Bachelor of Engineering Electronics & Communication Engineering – 4 years – The student seeking admission in B.E. from Coimbatore Institute of Technology should have passed XII from a recognized board or should have done diploma in engineering from a recognized institute.
- Bachelor of Engineering Mechanical Engineering – 4 years – The student seeking admission in B.E. from Coimbatore Institute of Technology should have passed XII from a recognized board or should have done diploma in engineering from a recognized institute.
BSc Programmes
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) Computer Science – 3 years · BSc profile
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) Computer Technology – 3 years
M.Tech / M.E. Programmes
- M.Tech – 2 years – Atleast 55% marks in B.E. /B.Tech or equivalent in appropriate branches (50% marks for SC /ST) · M.Tech / M.E. profile
MCA Programmes
- Master of Computer Application – 3 years – A Pass in a recognised Bachelor’s degree of minimum 3 years duration with mathematics at 10+2 level or at Graduate level and obtained at least 50% (45% in the case of candidates belonging to reserved category)in the qualifying degree examination. · MCA / MCM profile
MSc Programmes
- Integrated M.Sc – 5 years – A Pass in HSC or equivalent with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry as the subjects of study. · MSc profile
- Master of Science(M.Sc.) Software Engineering – 2 years
Course Fees at Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT)
B.Tech / B.E. Fees
Recorded annual fee for most B.Tech / B.E.: ₹56,220 per year.
Hostel, mess and other charges are additional and not included.
BSc Fees
Recorded annual fee for most BSc: ₹29,320 per year.
Hostel, mess and other charges are additional and not included.
MCA Fees
Recorded annual fee for most MCA / MCM: ₹50,770 – ₹55,350 per year.
Hostel, mess and other charges are additional and not included.
MSc Fees
Recorded annual fee for most MSc: ₹4,000 – ₹1,20,000 per year.
Hostel, mess and other charges are additional and not included.
Admission Process and Eligibility
Eligibility Criteria by Programme
- B.Tech / B.E.: The candidate seeking admission in the B.Tech. provided by the Coimbatore Institute of Technology should have passed XII with Physics, Chemistry as the compulsory subjects..
- M.Tech / M.E.: Atleast 55% marks in B.E. /B.Tech or equivalent in appropriate branches (50% marks for SC /ST).
- MCA / MCM: A Pass in a recognised Bachelor’s degree of minimum 3 years duration with mathematics at 10+2 level or at Graduate level and obtained at least 50% (45% in the case of candidates belonging to reserved category)in the qualifying degree examination..
- MSc: A Pass in HSC or equivalent with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry as the subjects of study..
Entrance Exams Accepted
How to Apply
Check the relevant programme eligibility, follow the mapped entrance-exam or university counselling route, and confirm dates, documents and fees on the official admission notice.
Cutoffs and Entrance Exams
Entrance Exams for Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT)
Key entrance exams and routes recorded in the database: GATE, TNEA.
Cutoff Trends
Branch-wise and category-wise cutoffs are not published in the current dataset. Check the official university or counselling website for the latest cutoffs.
Placements and Recruiters
Placement Highlights by Programme
2016₹6 LPA
2023₹12 LPA
2023₹14 LPA
2023₹21 LPA
BSc (2023): Highest ₹12 LPA, Average ₹5 LPA, Lowest ₹4 LPA.
M.Tech / M.E. (2023): Highest ₹14 LPA, Average ₹4 LPA.
MCA / MCM (2023): Highest ₹21 LPA, Average ₹5 LPA, Lowest ₹3 LPA.
B.Tech / B.E. (2016): Highest ₹6 LPA, Average ₹3 LPA, Lowest ₹3 LPA.
Top Recruiters
Accenture, ADP Private Limited, Alcatel-Lucent, Aricent Group, Ashok Leyland, Aspire Systems, Bosch Ltd, CA Technologies, Cognizant, CommVault Systems India Pvt. Ltd., Hyderabad, Delphi, Essar E&P Ltd., ETA, Exterro (I) Pvt. Ltd., Coimbatore, FCS Software Solutions, Ford India Ltd, Frist Apex, Global Analytics India Pvt. Ltd., HCL, Hewlett-Packard (HP), Hyundai Motors, IBM, Igate, infosys, ITC, L & T Core, l&T INFOTECH, MICROSOFT INDIA, Muruguppa Group, MUSIGMA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LTD, National Instruments, NOCL, Renault Nissan, Saint Gobain Glass, SAIPEM, SUBEX, Synergy, Tata Housing, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Tayo Rolls Ltd., Texas Instrument, Torrent, Tulip Telecom, TVS - SFL, TVS MOTORS, Windlas Biotech, Xsysys and others (47 recruiters in database).
Placement Data Disclaimer
Package units, currency and placement percentages are not fully specified in the source. Treat these figures as indicative and verify the latest official placement report.
Student Reviews and Ratings
Overall Student Ratings
- Total active reviews: 7
- Average overall rating: 3.9/5
- Infrastructure: 4.2/5
- Hostel: 3.7/5
- Clubs/Activities: 3.9/5
- Faculty: 3.8/5
- Admission: Not recorded
Faculty and Departments
Key Faculty Members
- Dr. V. Selladurai – Principal (P.hD)
- Dr.K.Subramanian – Professor & HOD - Civil engineering (Ph.D)
- Dr.S.Vasantharathna – Professor & HOD - Electrical Electronics Engineering (P.hD)
- Dr.M.Thirumarimurugan – Professor & HOD - Chemical Engineering (P.hD)
- Dr.B.Arun Kumar – HOD - MCA (P.hD)
Rankings and Recognition
NIRF and Other Rankings
- nirf 2022: Rank 104 out of 200.
- nirf 2021: Rank 102 out of 300.
- nirf 2020: Rank 90 out of 200.
- nirf 2018: Rank 62 out of 200.
Frequently asked questions
What are the main courses at Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT)?
Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT) lists B.Tech Chemical Engineering, B.Tech Information Technology, Bachelor of Engineering Civil Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering Computer Science & Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering Electrical & Electronics Engineering, and other programmes.
What are the fees at Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT)?
Recorded total fees range from ₹4,000 to ₹1,20,000. Confirm current category and additional charges with the institution.
Which entrance exams are accepted by Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT)?
The active programme mappings list GATE, TNEA.
How are placements at Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT)?
Placement records are available for 4 programme-year record(s), including average and highest package values where reported.
What is the average package at Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT)?
The available placement records include average package values such as ₹5 LPA. Values can vary by year and programme.
What is the ranking of Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT)?
The profile contains 4 active ranking record(s), including nirf rank 104 and nirf rank 102.
What is the student rating of Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT)?
Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT) has an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 from 7 active review(s).
Data note: Fees, placements, rankings and reviews are recorded evidence and may change by batch, category, role, recruiter mix or academic year. Verify the latest official information before applying.