NIT Calicut · Kozhikode
B.Tech BioTechnology
Blend core biology with serious engineering at NIT Calicut — NAAC A+ ranked, Kozhikode vibes, and built for students who want labs, not just laptops.
NIRF Overall Rank
Among India’s top institutions nationally
Key numbers
NAAC Grade
A+ (3.32)
Annual Intake
60 seats
Total Program Fee
₹5.0 L
Entrance Exam
JEE Main
Investment
₹5.0L total
~₹1.3L per year
- Tuition & Academic Fees₹1,25,000per year
Are you eligible?
Class 12 Subjects
Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology are mandatory.
Minimum Aggregate
At least 75% in Class 12 (or equivalent) board examinations.
Admission Route
Seat allotment is through JEE Main rank-based counselling.
Entrance exams
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
70%
Top recruiters
Hostel & Scholarships On Campus
NIT Calicut offers hostel accommodation and scholarship support — a big win if you're relocating to Kozhikode and want a fully residential campus experience.
The verdict
Good fit
NIT Calicut’s biotech program gives you the NIT tag, a solid core curriculum, and access to pharma & biotech recruiters at a reasonable total fee. Just keep expectations realistic — branch-specific salary transparency is limited and the cohort is niche compared to CSE/ECE.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Prestigious NIT brand & NAAC A+ credential
- ✓ Core biotech curriculum (genetic engineering, bioprocess, immunology)
- ✓ Affordable ₹5L total fees with hostel support
Doesn't match
- ✗ Limited public salary data (median/highest CTC not disclosed)
- ✗ Niche branch culture vs larger mainstream engineering departments