KTU: Courses, Fees, Admission 2024, Placements, Facilities

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Noora Salam Noora Salam | Dec 3, 2024
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Updated on - Dec 3, 2024

Latest Updates for KTU

  • 13 July 2024 :

    GATE 2025 exam date has been scheduled for Feb 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025.

KTU Latest Updates

December 03, 2024

  • MAT 2024 registrations are ongoing for PBT and CBT Phase exams for the December session. The last date to register for PBT and CBT Phase 2 exams are December 7 and 15, 2024, respectively. MAT 2024 CBT Phase 1, PBT, and CBT Phase 2 exams will take place on December 07, 14, and 22, 2024, respectively.
  • CMAT 2025 registrations are open for MBA admission 2025 at KTU and the last date to apply is December 13, 2024. The CMAT 2025 exam will be held on January 25, 2025.
  • CAT 2024 results will tentatively be out in the third week of December 2024 for KTU MBA admission 2025.
  • GATE 2025 exam dates are out for KTU M.Tech admission 2025. The GATE 2025 exam will be conducted on February 01, 02, 15, and 16, 2025.

APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University was established in 2014. The university is a state university under Kerala Government. UGC and AICTE approve the university. The university has more than 150 colleges affiliated with it. There are about 1,60,000 students enrolled at KTU University. During admissions, the university accepts the score of various entrance examinations like CAT, KEAM, NATA, KMAT, CMAT, CEE, GATE, etc. KTU offers various undergraduate and postgraduate programs and other short-term courses.

KTU is located in Thiruvananthapuram of Kerala State. The university is located on 40 acres of land. KTU offers the best educational facilities to the candidates. KTU offers courses like B.Tech, B.Arch, M.Tech, M.Arch, MBA, MCA, etc. KTU offers placement assistance after the completion of the course. There are various specializations like Aeronautical Engineering, IT, Biochemical, Biotechnology and others from which the candidates can choose. The highest CTC received was INR 3.50 LPA and the lowest CTC offered was 1 LPA.

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KTU Quick Insights

KTU is run by the government of Kerala. Quick insights about the university are mentioned below.

APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University
Year of Establishement 2014
Type of University State
Approved By UGC and AICTE
Number of Colleges Affiliated 150+
Number of Students 1,60,000
Courses Offered UG, PG, Diploma, Certificate, PG Diploma, Doctorate
Campus Area 40 Acres
Infrastructure Facilities Library, Classrooms, Hostel, Canteen, Sports and Games, etc.
Location Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

KTU Admission Dates 2022

KTU admissions can be made both online and offline. KTU offers bachelor's, master's, doctoral, certificate and diploma level programs.The important details related to admissions are given below.

Events Dates
Portal open for UG students to apply for first chance certificate November 02, 20222
CAT Admit Card Release October 27, 2022
CAT Examination November 27, 2022
XAT Registration Window Open Until November 29, 2022

KTU Courses

KTU offers various undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, certificate, and doctoral programs. The admissions to the courses will be made after considering the entrance examination marks. A few of the courses offered at KTU are given below.

Courses Duration Selection Criteria
B.Tech 4 Years 10+2 qualification from a recognized board + JEE/KEAM
MBA 2 Years Graduate Degree + CAT scores
M.Tech 2 Years Graduate + CAT/PGCET/GATE

KTU Fee Details

The fee structure for a few of the courses at KTU is mentioned below.

Courses Total Tuition Fee
B.Tech INR 1.60 Lakh
MBA INR 1.10 Lakh
M.Tech INR 2.82 Lakh

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KTU Departments

KTU has different departments. Each faculty has been given in charge of each of the departments. A few of the departments at KTU are mentioned below.

Aeronautical Engineering Applied Electronics and Instrumentation Applied Electronics Engineering Automobile Engineering
Biomedical Engineering Biotechnology Engineering Biochemical Engineering Civil Engineering
Computer Science Food Technology Industrial Technology Metallurgical Engineering
Control Systems Environmental Engineering Geo Informatics Hydraulics
Industrial Engineering Machine Design Micro and Nano Electronics Power System and Control

KTU Admissions

KTU admission is made both online and offline. Candidates with merit ranking will be given priority. There are different level of courses provided by KTU like UG, PG, PGDM, diploma, P.hD, etc. The admission criteria for UG and PG courses are different. The different selection criteria and eligibility are mentioned below.

BA/BSc/BCom Eligibility Criteria

  • The candidates are selected based on marks in the 10+2 examination.
  • The selected candidates are called for a personal interview.
  • Shortlisted candidates are called for admission.

MCom/MSc/MA Eligibility Criteria

  • The candidate applying for admission to the University should have passed two years' intermediate examinations or a recognized plus two examination with an aggregate of at least 50% aggregate marks.
  • Applicants seeking admission to SC/ST category need 40% from a recognized board or council to get admission in any required courses. Master's degree courses require graduation from a respected bachelor course from a reputed college 
  • The selection of candidates is made based on graduation marks.
  • The selection list is out for the shortlisted students.
  • Students are called for further counseling and admission.

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Why Choose KTU?

APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University was also known as Kerala Technological University. The university was founded and is now run by the government of Kerala. The major attraction of KTU is that most of the activities are done on an e-platform. It is run by e-governance for affiliation, administration, examinations, and all other activities. This advanced university system has helped make things transparent and easy to handle. 

KTU Academic Advantages

A few of the academic advantages of KTU are mentioned below.

  • KTU not only focuses on the academic development of the candidates but also gives equal importance to the creative side.
  • The candidates are offered the best learning experience on campus. 
  • The college offers students platforms to kick-start new ideas and develops them. 
  • The college accepts and offers various scholarships to eligible candidates.
  • The college provides a basic and hygienic hostel, canteen and other facilities.

KTU Top Affiliated Colleges

KTU has many colleges and institutes affiliated with it. A few of the affiliated colleges are mentioned below.

College  of Engineering Attingal ACE College of Engineering Amal Jyothi College of Engineering
Rajadhani Insitute of Engineering and Technology College of Engineering Munnar DC School of Architecture and Design

KTU Cutoff

KTU cutoff 2022 has been released. The cutoffs for various courses are still being determined. It is determined after considering several factors. The criteria to determine the cutoffs are.

  • The number of applications received for a particular course.
  • The number of seats available.
  • The difficulty of the entrance test.
  • The performance of the candidates in the entrance test.
  • The cutoff may also be sectional.

KTU KEAM Cutoff 2022 (General Category)

B. Tech Specializations Opening Rank Closing Rank
Applied Electronics & Instrumentation 1419 2423
Civil Engineering 2527 4350
Computer Science & Engineering 105 283
Electronics & Communication Engineering 271 404
Electrical & Electronics Engineering 721 1152
Industrial Engineering 5475 8906
Mechanical Engineering 1518 2999

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KTU Results

KTU results are published on the official website of the university. The candidates can check for the results on the website by clicking on the results link. The candidates can select their respective courses from the list and give their registration number and date of birth to log in to their dashboard to access their results page. The results are usually published soon after each semester's examinations are over. 

KTU Infrastructure

KTU campus is spread across 40 acres of land with the best infrastructure facilities for the candidates. The campus has a separate library for certain different sections. The university also provides hostel facilities for both boys and girls. The candidates are continuously encouraged to participate in entrance co-curricular activities and sports. A few of the infrastructure facilities offered by the university are given below.

  • Wi-Fi Connectivity
  • Accommodation facilities
  • Medical Facilities
  • E-library
  • Conference Rooms
  • Sports

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KTU Placements

KTU offers placements for candidates in their final semester. Candidates can attend campus placement activities even before their final semester examinations. Most students get the placement right after their academic year in different firms. Many national and international companies approach students for campus recruitment. Candidates also have the opportunity to enter startups and research projects.

  • The highest CTC offered was INR 3.50 LPA.
  • The lowest CTC offered was INR 1 LPA.

KTU Top Recruiters

The top companies that visit the KTU campus for placements are.

Federal Bank HDFC Bank TCS Infosys
DMart Berger Paints Reliance Chegg India
BYJU's ICICI Bank Just Dial Ramco Cement

KTU Scholarships

KTU accepts different scholarships awarded to students for their merit and other criteria. The scholarship offered by the university is mentioned below.

Scholarship Description
National Handicapped Financial and Development Corporation Candidates with disability are provided with this scholarship. Around 2500 students are awarded this scholarship every year. The scholarship is offered to candidates studying for UG or PG courses.

KTU Faculty

KTU has highly supportive and friendly faculties. The teachers are always ready to help the candidates with their studies or extracurricular activities. There are more than 200 faculties at KTU. Each of the highly-qualified faculties is specialized in their particular subjects in the KTU syllabus. The candidates can anytime approach their teachers for any needs. The faculties share and discuss further opportunities the students can think about. Most of the faculties are Ph.D holders.

KTU Alumni

KTU has produced great minds, leaders and accomplished individuals in various fields. KTU has an alumni cell that conducts alumni meets and other related activities. Some of the notable alumni of the institute are.

Notable Alumni Profession
Malavika Mohanan Indian Actress
Byju Raveendran Founder of BYJU's
Nivin Pauly Indian Actor
Basil Joseph Indian Film Director
Anagha Maruthora Model
Joseph George Indian Actor
Unnimaya Prasad Indian Actress
Sowmya Menon Indian Actress

KTU Highlights

Institution Type Public
Total Faculty 200+
Year of Establishment 2014
Total Area (In Acre) 5
Construction Area (Sq. M) 30000
Website www.ktu.edu.in

KTU Courses and Fee Structure

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Exams Accepted by KTU

CAT

NATA

Exam Date: Apr 06, 2024

GATE

Exam Date: Feb 03, 2024

Result Date: Mar 16, 2024

FAQs on KTU

Q: What are the scholarships for full-time PhD study in KTU?

A: 16 Scholarships are granted every year by hte university to the students. The students eligible will be selected by the Directorate of Technical Education, Kerala. INR 25,000 per month will be given for 3 years of studies.

Q: Which examinations scores are accepted by KTU?

A: KTU accepts CAT, KEAM, NATA, KMAT, CMAT, CEE, GATE.

Q: Is KTU public or private university?

A: KTU is a state owned public university located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.

Q: What is the process for inter univeristy transfer at KTU?

A: The candidate can approach the head of the institute to know about the details about documents to be uploaded on the portal.

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