About KIIT
KIIT is a private deemed university, founded in 1992, with a sprawling 6117-acre urban campus in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. It offers diverse programs across engineering, medical, management, law, and dental sciences. KIDS is KIIT’s dedicated dental college and carries the same robust institutional backing.
Latest Updates
NAAC A++ Accreditation & Deemed‑to‑be‑University status (UGC/NAAC)
QS Asia 2025 Ranking: 257th; THE World 2025: 601–800; NIRF Overall 2024: 28th
Courses & Entrance Exams: Offers wide-ranging UG/PG programs (B.Tech via KIITEE; MBBS/BDS via NEET; MBA via CAT/MAT/CMAT; Law via CLAT)
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Established | 1992 |
| Type | Private Deemed-to-be University |
| Campus | 160 acres, urban |
| Accreditations | NAAC A++, UGC, AIU, ACU |
| Rankings | NIRF Overall #28 (2024), QS Asia #257, THE W 601–800 |
| Programs | 137+ courses across UG/PG/doctoral levels |
| Top Recruiters | TCS, Accenture, Dell, Cognizant, JSW, ArcelorMittal, Stellantis, etc. |
Courses & Fees (Select)
| Program | Duration | Eligibility | Tuition Fee (1st Yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (25 branches) | 4 Years | 10+2 PCM + KIITEE | ₹3.5–3.98 L |
| MBA (various specializations) | 2 Years | Grad + CAT/MAT/CMAT/KIITEE | ₹2.97 L |
| B.Sc. Nursing / Physics / Chem | 3–4 Years | 10+2 (+ KIITEE) | ₹1.92–4.80 L |
| MBBS / BDS | 4–4½ Years | NEET | ₹6.5–18.5 L annually |
| BBA / BCA | 3–4 Years | 10+2 + KIITEE | ₹2.4–2.62 L |
B.Tech: 10+2 PCM + KIITEE (computer-based)
MBA: Graduation + CAT/MAT/CMAT/KIITEE
MBBS/BDS: NEET (MCC Deemed Counseling)
Law (BA‑LLB etc.): 10+2 + CLAT + KIITEE merit
KIITEE Cutoffs: ~200+ phase‑wise; MAT/CMAT/CAT cutoffs around 65–80 percentile
Cutoff Trends
MBA (CAT): ~25th percentile (Gen)
MBA (CMAT/MAT): ~80th percentile
MBBS (NEET): AI quota closing rank ~96,355–273,827 (Gen)
Placements 2024
Highest Package: ₹62–63 LPA
Average Package: ₹6.5–9.5 LPA
Placement Rate: ~100% across B.Tech branches; 90%+ overall
Recruiters: Tata Power, ArcelorMittal, JSW, Stellantis, Accenture, TCS, Cognizant, Tata, Dell etc.
Trends:
Highest international ₹18.33 LPA; domestic ₹14 LPA; average ₹9.5 LPA (2023–24)
Over 350 recruiters, ~4,500 offers
NIRF (Overall University): Ranked 16th among universities in India (NIRF 2023)
NIRF (Dental Category): Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences (KIDS) ranked 22nd in India (2023)
Times Higher Education (THE): Ranked in 601–800 globally for University Impact Rankings
QS Asia Rankings: KIIT features among the top private universities in India
Accreditations:
NAAC ‘A++’ Grade
DCI Approved for Dental Programs
ISO 9001:2015 Certified
KIIT’s consistent rankings reflect its academic excellence, global recognition, and robust student-centric infrastructure — with KIDS being a standout in dental education nationally.
Pradyumna Bal Memorial: full fee + expenses for 2 meritorious & needy students
Poverty‑cum‑Merit: need-based grants
KIITEE Merit: full/partial for top exam ranks
PhD Assistantships: ₹20,000/mo + ₹50,000 contingency
International Scholarships: full/half tuition for global, Indian students
Campus Facilities
Infrastructure: AC classrooms, 24×7 Wi-Fi, auditoriums, amphitheatre
Labs & Clinics: engineering, architecture, med/dent labs
Hostels: multi-tier options (non‑AC/AC), mess, recreation
Sports: grounds for indoor/outdoor games, ATM, medical center
Student Life: Clubs for tech, culture, management; festivals like KIITFests & youth summits
KIIT - FAQs
Q1: How expensive is studying at KIIT (B.Tech)?
A: Tuition ~₹1.75–2 L/sem + hostel ~₹28k/sem; total cost approx ₹20–22 L over 4 years.
Q2: What score is needed in KIITEE to get CSE?
A: Top 5,000 ranks generally secure core CSE in phase 1; cutoffs vary by phase.
Q3: Does KIIT offer scholarships?
A: Yes — KIITEE Merit, Poverty-Cum-Merit, International, PhD assistantships & more.
Q4: Do all branches have 100% placements?
A: Yes, AICTE data shows full placement in UG branches (2023–24) .
Q5: Who recruits from KIIT?
A: Top firms like TCS, Accenture, Dell, Cognizant, Tata Power, JSW, etc. participate regularly .
