4-Year UG · NIRF #17 Engineering · NAAC A+
B.Tech Mining Engineering
National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal
NIRF Engineering Rank
Among India's top NITs
Key numbers
Placement Rate
85%
Average CTC
₹11.5 LPA
Batch Intake
40
NAAC Score
3.71 / 4
Investment
₹6.0L total
~₹1.5L per year
- Tuition & Other Fees₹1,49,000per year
Are you eligible?
Class 12 Subjects
Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics
Minimum Percentage
75% aggregate in Class 12
Entrance exams
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
85%
Top recruiters
4-Year Academic Journey
Year +0
Foundation Year
Engineering basics + introductory geology & earth sciences
Year +1
Sophomore Year
Mine Surveying, Rock Mechanics & Mineral Processing
Year +2
Junior Year
Underground & Surface Mining Methods, Mine Ventilation
Year +3
Senior Year
Mine Safety & Legislation, Geostatistics, capstone projects
Limited Public Data Alert
Our confidence score for this program snapshot is 40%. While NITK’s overall reputation is solid, verified public placement data specific to Mining Engineering is sparse. We recommend cross-checking the latest stats directly with the Training & Placement cell before deciding.
The verdict
Good fit
NITK Surathkal offers a rare combo: a top-tier NIT brand with a niche, legacy-rich Mining program. If you're drawn to core engineering, outdoor fieldwork, and PSU/mineral-sector careers, this is a solid bet. However, placement transparency for this branch is weaker than CSE/ECE, and Surathkal isn't a metro—so expect a quieter, campus-focused life. Skip if you want a conventional software/tech pivot.
Matches what you said
- ✓ NIT tag & strong alumni network
- ✓ Core engineering & field-heavy roles
- ✓ PSU, metal & mining sector careers
Doesn't match
- ✗ Metro city lifestyle & off-campus internships
- ✗ Pivoting easily to software/IT roles
- ✗ High transparency in branch-wise placement reports