Eligibility
Pass in Class 12 or equivalent examination with not less than 50% marks in aggregate in Physics, Mathematics & any one of the optional subjects - Chemistry / Biology / Biotechnology / Computer Science / Electronics / Information Technology and English as one of the languages of study, from a recognized Board.
For admission to Aeronautical / Mechanical / Civil Engineering, the subjects of Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics are considered as per AICTE guidelines.
Admission through Nitte University Common Admission Test (NUCAT) 2026
General category
Indian nationals who have passed Class 11 & 12 in India, fall under General category.
Aspirants for the Entrance Test will have to complete and submit the Online NUCAT registration form available at apply.nitte.edu.in
Nitte Merit Scholarships
20% of the seats in all branches are set aside under General category for top ranked candidates in NUCAT 2026 with not less than 80% marks in the optional subjects of Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics in Class 12.
Inclusivity Category
Indian nationals who have studied for a period of SEVEN YEARS between Class 1 and 12 in India, but outside the State of Karnataka, and have secured not less than 70% marks in aggregate, in the optional subjects of Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics in Class 12 fall under Inclusivity category. Study Certificate/s issued by the Head of the educational institution/s should be submitted to support this.
Within the Inclusivity category, Twenty percent (20% - rounded off as appropriate) of the seats in each program / branch are set aside as Merit Scholarship seats, for top ranked candidates in NUCAT with not less than 80% marks in aggregate, in PCM in Class 12.
Tuition Fee Waiver Category
A few seats are earmarked for candidates who have passed Class 12 in India in 2026, with minimum 90% marks in PCM in the first attempt and NUCAT score of > 65, having an annual family income of less than Rs.8 lakhs. Submission of Intimation under Section 143 (1) of the Income Tax Department, GoI of both parents for the Assessment Year 2025-26 is mandatory.
Admission to Engineering program under General, Inclusivity & Tuition Fee Waiver Categories is based on merit in NUCAT 2026. For more details, visit: https://nucat.nitte.edu.in/
Admission through JEE Main 2026
Two percent (2%) of the seats are reserved for Indian nationals who have passed Class 12 in India and have scored minimum 75 NTA score in JEE Main 2026.
JEE category candidates are eligible for Merit Scholarship seats, if they secure minimum 85 NTA score in JEE Main 2026 with not less than 80% marks in aggregate, in PCM in Class 12. Ranking is based on JEE Main 2026 NTA score.
Admission Under NRI Category
The following are eligible for direct admission under NRI category:
- Candidates who are Foreign Nationals / PIOs / Overseas Citizens of India.
- Candidates who have passed Class 11 or 12 outside India.
- Candidates who have passed Class 11 & 12 in India, but sponsored by parents / blood relatives having NRI status. Necessary documents should be produced in support of this claim.
Seats will be allotted on the basis of inter-se merit considering the marks secured in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics in Class 12 or equivalent examination.
Fee Structure
Fee structure for both General & NRI categories is available on our website www.nitte.edu.in under ‘Program Fee’.
Documents required for admission
- NUCAT 2026 Rank Card / JEE Main 2026 Score Card (if applicable)
- Class 10 Marks Card (Original + 2 attested copies)
- Class 12 Marks Card (Original + 2 attested copies)
- Transfer Certificate from the institution last attended (Original + 2 attested copies)
- Conduct Certificate from the institution last attended (Original)
- Migration Certificate from the Board of the institution last studied (Original) (for non-PUE candidates)
- Study Certificate/s issued by the Head of the educational institution/s (Original) (for Inclusivity category candidates)
- Physical fitness Certificate from a registered medical practitioner (Original)
- Blood group Certificate (Original)
- Aadhaar card copy of the student
- Recent photograph in color, with white background - 5 PP size & 5 Stamp size
Additional documents for NRIs
- Valid Passport & Visa of sponsor
- Residence Proof of sponsor
- Employment Certificate of sponsor
- Relationship Certificate of sponsor (duly notarized)
- Sponsorship Certificate of sponsor (duly notarized)
- Fee payment shall be in foreign currency / INR from NRE account of sponsor
Commencement of Classes
The course commences on the date prescribed by the University in July / August.
