Question 1

How does NIT Calicut compare to CUSAT for 2026 admissions?

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NIT Calicut is ranked 21st in NIRF Engineering 2025, offering 1,042 B.Tech seats across 11 programs with a tuition fee of Rs 62,500 per semester for general category students. The institute holds NAAC A and NBA accreditations, reflecting strong academic quality, infrastructure, and faculty. In comparison, CUSAT Kochi remains unranked in NIRF Engineering, though it provides a larger intake of 3,000 B.Tech seats at a lower fee of Rs 10,000 per semester and holds NAAC A+ accreditation. NIT Calicut stands out for its higher NIRF ranking, advanced facilities, and strong placement records, making it a preferred choice for engineering aspirants.

Question 2

What is the campus size and student strength at NIT Calicut?

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NIT Calicut’s sprawling 120-hectare campus accommodates 6,500 students, with 23% women, providing a vibrant academic and residential environment. The institute has 12 hostels housing around 4,000 students, offering modern facilities and Wi-Fi connectivity. Academic infrastructure includes 50+ advanced laboratories covering disciplines like VLSI, Robotics, and CAD/CAM, supporting hands-on learning and research. The central library operates 24/7, housing over 2 lakh physical volumes and 10,000+ digital resources, ensuring comprehensive access to academic materials. Combined with sports complexes, medical facilities, and student activity spaces, the campus fosters a holistic learning experience and supports both technical and personal development.

Question 3

What scholarships are available at NIT Calicut for 2026?

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NIT Calicut offers multiple scholarships to support economically and socially disadvantaged students. SC/ST students receive a full tuition waiver of Rs 62,500 per semester, ensuring accessible education in B.Tech and other programs. Additionally, the E-Grantz scheme provides up to Rs 50,000 per year for students from EWS families with an annual income below Rs 1 lakh. Eligible candidates must apply through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) after admission, with the application deadline set for September 2026. These initiatives promote inclusivity and financial support, allowing meritorious students to focus on academics and campus opportunities without financial constraints.

Question 4

What is the DGI Greater Noida highest package offered to students?

Accepted Answer

The Dronacharya Group of Institutions is one of the best institutes when it comes to placements. It conducts numerous placement drives throughout the year for the students to take part in and secure placement and internship opportunities. The companies by reviewing various factors such as the candidate's overall academic performance and skills determine the salary package offered to them. The BTech students from the batch 2019-2023 received the Dronacharya Group of Institutions highest package of Rs 12 to 18 LPA. In the year 2022, the highest package recorded was Rs 12 LPA. Both years the highest package was provided by RtCamp Solutions Pvt. Ltd. In 2021, Amazon offered the highest package of Rs 45 LPA.

Question 5

What is the Dronacharya Group of Institutions NIRF ranking?

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Numerous reputable organisations have recognised the Dronacharya Group of Institutions in Greater Noida with awards and accolades. The institute won the title of "Best Institute of the Year" in the category of "Innovative pedagogical approaches and tools" from the Computer Society of India (CSI) Mumbai Chapter. The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has granted recognition to the Dronacharya Group of Institutions Greater Noida. It also had an NPTEL (IIT Madras) remote centre rating of 5 stars. The Dronacharya Group of Institutions NIRF ranking is 26 overall. It was ranked by the NIRF Innovation category for the year 2020.

Question 6

What is the DGI Greater Noida eligibility criteria for the courses offered?

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The courses offered by the Dronacharya Group of Institutions include B.Tech at the undergraduate level and MBA at the postgraduate level. The basic eligibility criteria for the B.Tech programme is to have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology/ Computer Science as main subjects with at least 45% marks (5% relaxation for reserved category candidates) from a recognised board. The B.Tech programme is four years long and has eight specialisations. For the Dronacharya Group of Institutions MBA course, the eligibility criteria is having passed with a Graduation Degree from a recognised university with at least 50% marks (5% relaxation for reserved category candidates). JEE Main and CAT are accepted for B.Tech and MBA courses respectively.

Metric	Value
Total Students Placed	Over 1000
Companies Visited	188
Highest Package	Rs 47 LPA
Average Package	Rs 14.29 LPA
CSE Average Package	Rs 22.03 LPA
ECE Average Package	Rs 19.29 LPA
Offers Above Rs 25 LPA	103 (reported mid-drive)

Metric	Details
Placement Rate (%)	75%
Average Package (₹)	₹6 lakh per annum
Highest Package (₹)	₹45 lakh per annum
Top Recruiters	TalentServe, Fareportal India Pvt. Ltd., Zoom Communications Private Limited, Planify Capital Limited, Crebri Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

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