Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT), Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
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Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT), officially KIIT Deemed to be University, is a multidisciplinary university located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
KIIT offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes across Engineering & Technology, Computing, Biotechnology, Management, Medicine, Dental Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, Law, Fashion, Film & Media, Commerce, Economics, Liberal Studies, Public Health, Applied Sciences, Sports and Hospitality.
For 2026–27, KIIT's official programme catalogue lists 216 programme options across 29 schools and institutes.
1. About KIIT
Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) began as an educational institution in Bhubaneswar and subsequently developed into a multidisciplinary deemed-to-be university.
KIIT's academic ecosystem includes:
Engineering & Technology
Computer Science
Artificial Intelligence
Data Science
Biotechnology
Medicine
Dentistry
Nursing
Pharmacy
Management
Rural Management
Law
Fashion Technology
Film & Media
Mass Communication
Computer Applications
Applied Sciences
Commerce & Economics
Liberal Studies
Public Health
Sports & Yogic Sciences
Hospitality
Research and Ph.D. programmes
2. KIIT Established Year
1997
KIIT was established in 1997.
Important Milestones
Year | Development |
|---|---|
1997 | KIIT established |
2004 | Declared a deemed-to-be university |
2025 | NIRF University Rank 17 |
2026 | THE World University Rankings: 501–600 cohort |
2026 | THE Asia University Rankings: 169 |
KIIT's official history records its 1997 establishment and 2004 deemed-to-be university status.
3. University Status
University Name
Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology
Common Name
KIIT
Legal Status
Deemed-to-be University
Location
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Campus Structure
KIIT's official institutional information states that KIIT Deemed to be University has one permanent campus in Bhubaneswar and does not operate another permanent KIIT university campus elsewhere.
4. NAAC Accreditation
NAAC Grade
A++
KIIT currently holds NAAC A++ accreditation.
Engineering Accreditation
KIIT also reports Tier-1 NBA accreditation for its engineering programmes.
5. KIIT NIRF Ranking
NIRF 2025
Category | Rank |
|---|---|
University | 17 |
Law | 14 |
Medical | 24 |
Dental | 26 |
Engineering | 36 |
Research | 43 |
KIIT's official ranking information identifies these NIRF 2025 positions among the selected categories.
6. Other Major Rankings & Recognition
Times Higher Education – Asia 2026
169th in Asia
6th in India
No. 1 in Eastern India
Times Higher Education – World University Rankings 2026
501–600 global cohort
QS World University Rankings: Asia 2026
294
KIIT's official history and institutional pages report these 2026 ranking positions.
7. KIIT Campus – Bhubaneswar
KIIT Deemed to be University
Location: Patia, Bhubaneswar, Odisha – 751024
KIIT's university campus is a large multidisciplinary academic ecosystem comprising numerous schools, colleges, laboratories, research centres, hostels and student facilities.
Major Academic Schools
KIIT School of Technology
KIIT School of Computer Science & Engineering
KIIT School of Biotechnology
KIIT School of Management
KIIT School of Rural Management
KIIT School of Law
Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences
Kalinga Institute of Dental Sciences
KIIT School of Nursing Sciences
KIIT School of Pharmacy
KIIT School of Public Health
KIIT School of Fashion Technology
KIIT School of Film & Media Sciences
KIIT School of Mass Communication
KIIT School of Architecture & Planning
KIIT School of Commerce & Economics
KIIT School of Liberal Studies
KIIT School of Applied Sciences
KIIT School of Sports & Yogic Sciences
KIIT School of Hospitality & Tourism
Other specialised schools and institutes
8. KIIT Academic Areas
KIIT's current academic catalogue groups its programmes into nine broad areas:
Academic Area | Programme Options |
|---|---|
Engineering & Technology | 55 |
Computing & Data Sciences | 26 |
Life & Applied Sciences | 14 |
Management, Commerce & Leadership | 16 |
Medical & Health Sciences | 62 |
Law, Policy & Governance | 8 |
Design, Fashion, Film & Media | 15 |
Humanities & Languages | 15 |
Sports, Yoga & Hospitality | 5 |
KIIT's 2026–27 programme catalogue lists these academic areas and 216 programme options.
9. B.Tech Programmes at KIIT
KIIT offers a wide range of B.Tech programmes.
Core Engineering
B.Tech Civil Engineering
B.Tech Construction Technology
B.Tech Mechanical Engineering
B.Tech Mechanical Engineering – Automobile
B.Tech Electrical Engineering
B.Tech Electrical & Computer Engineering
B.Tech Chemical Engineering
B.Tech Aerospace Engineering
B.Tech Mechatronics Engineering
Electronics & Electrical
B.Tech Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
B.Tech Electronics & Computer Science Engineering
B.Tech Electronics & Electrical Engineering
B.Tech Electronics Engineering
B.Tech Electronics Engineering – VLSI Design & Technology
Computer Science
B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering
B.Tech Information Technology
B.Tech Computer Science & System Engineering
B.Tech Computer Science & Communication Engineering
Emerging Technology
B.Tech CSE – Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
B.Tech CSE – Artificial Intelligence
B.Tech CSE – Cyber Security
B.Tech CSE – Data Science
B.Tech CSE – Internet of Things
B.Tech CSE – Cyber Security & Blockchain Technology
B.Tech CSE – Internet of Things
Biotechnology
B.Tech Biotechnology
Integrated M.Tech Biotechnology
10. KIIT B.Tech Fees 2026–27
The official KIIT 2026–27 prospectus gives the following tuition fee structure.
B.Tech Group | Fee Per Semester |
|---|---|
Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Electrical & Computer, Construction Technology, Aerospace, Mechatronics, Automobile, Chemical | ₹1,75,000 |
Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics & Computer Science, Electronics & Electrical, Electronics/VLSI | ₹2,00,000 |
CSE, Information Technology, CSE & System Engineering, CSE & Communication Engineering | ₹2,20,000 |
CSE specialisations – AI/ML, AI, Cyber Security, Data Science, IoT, Blockchain/Cyber Security | ₹2,20,000 |
B.Tech Biotechnology | ₹1,90,000 |
Integrated M.Tech Biotechnology | ₹1,90,000 |
In addition, the 2026–27 prospectus specifies a ₹75,000 one-time payment towards counselling, registration, admission kit and laptop.
Approximate 4-Year Tuition
Fee/semester | Approx. 8-semester tuition |
|---|---|
₹1.75 lakh | ₹14.00 lakh |
₹1.90 lakh | ₹15.20 lakh |
₹2.00 lakh | ₹16.00 lakh |
₹2.20 lakh | ₹17.60 lakh |
Additional university, hostel, examination and other applicable charges should be considered separately.
11. B.Tech Lateral Entry
KIIT also offers B.Tech Lateral Entry.
Duration
3 years / 6 semesters
Eligibility
Candidates should have completed a relevant 3-year engineering diploma with the required marks.
The official eligibility page specifies a minimum 60% aggregate for B.Tech lateral-entry applicants.
Fee
₹1,92,000 per semester for the listed B.Tech lateral-entry programmes in the 2026–27 prospectus.
12. B.Arch at KIIT
Bachelor of Architecture
Duration: 5 years
Eligibility
Candidates should have:
Passed 10+2
50% in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
50% aggregate in 10+2
Qualified NATA
Fee
₹1,75,000 per semester
The 2026 KIIT eligibility information specifically requires NATA for B.Arch admission.
13. B.Des Programmes
KIIT offers design education through its design and fashion-related schools.
Major Areas
Fashion Design
Textile Design
Product Design
Graphic Design
Communication Design
Interior Design
Duration
Generally 4 years for undergraduate design programmes.
14. BBA Programmes
KIIT offers undergraduate management programmes through its management and related schools.
Major Areas
Business Administration
Finance
Marketing
Human Resources
Business Analytics
Entrepreneurship
International Business
Management
Eligibility
For BBA, KIIT's 2026 eligibility criteria specify:
10+2 in any stream
Minimum 50% marks
Mathematics / Business Mathematics / Economics / Statistics as one of the subjects
The 4-year structure leads to an Honours/Research qualification under the applicable programme structure.
15. BCA Programmes
Bachelor of Computer Applications
KIIT offers BCA programmes in the computing domain.
Major Areas
Computer Applications
Programming
Software Development
Database Systems
Cloud Computing
Data Analytics
Artificial Intelligence
Computer Networks
Eligibility
10+2 in any stream
Minimum 50%
Mathematics as one of the subjects
The 4-year BCA structure leads to Honours/Research under the applicable programme framework.
16. KIIT School of Biotechnology
Undergraduate
B.Tech Biotechnology
Integrated M.Tech Biotechnology
B.Sc Biotechnology
Related life-science programmes
Postgraduate
M.Tech Biotechnology
M.Sc Biotechnology
M.Sc Applied Microbiology
Related life-science programmes
Research
Ph.D.
Biotechnology research
Molecular biology
Bioinformatics
Genetic engineering
Microbiology
17. KIIT Medical Programmes
KIIT's medical education is centred around Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS).
Major Programmes
MBBS
MD
MS
DM
M.Ch
Other medical and healthcare programmes
Medical research
MBBS Admission
NEET-UG
KIIT's 2026 admission policy states that admission to MBBS and BDS is through NEET 2026.
18. KIIT Dental Programmes
Undergraduate
BDS
Postgraduate
MDS
Admission
NEET-UG for BDS
NEET-MDS for MDS
19. BDS Fees 2026
The 2026–27 KIIT prospectus lists:
BDS
₹6,50,000 per annum
The prospectus separately states that the MBBS annual fee is not published as a numerical figure in that fee table.
20. Nursing Programmes
Undergraduate
B.Sc Nursing
Postgraduate
M.Sc Nursing
Fees 2026
Programme | Fee |
|---|---|
B.Sc Nursing | ₹1,20,000/year |
M.Sc Nursing | ₹1,80,000/year |
B.Sc Nursing Eligibility
Science stream
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Minimum 45% in PCB
English passed individually
Applicable age criteria
The official 2026 eligibility page gives these requirements.
21. Pharmacy Programmes
Undergraduate
B.Pharm
D.Pharm
Fees
Programme | Fee |
|---|---|
B.Pharm | ₹96,000/semester |
D.Pharm | ₹75,000/year |
KIIT's 2026 prospectus lists these fees.
22. KIIT School of Law
Integrated Law Programmes
B.A. LL.B.
B.B.A. LL.B.
B.Sc. LL.B.
Duration
5 years
Eligibility
10+2
Minimum 45%
For B.Sc. LL.B., candidates should have completed 10+2 in the science stream.
These requirements are specified in KIIT's 2026 eligibility criteria.
Postgraduate
LL.M.
Ph.D. in Law
23. KIIT School of Management
Undergraduate
BBA
Related business programmes
Postgraduate
MBA
Business Analytics
Finance
Marketing
HR
Operations
International Business
MBA Career Areas
Consulting
Finance
Banking
Marketing
Sales
Business Analytics
Human Resources
Operations
Product Management
24. KIIT School of Rural Management
Programmes include:
Rural Management
Rural Development
Agribusiness
Development management
Social entrepreneurship
The school has a strong focus on rural development, agricultural value chains, social impact and management.
25. Commerce & Economics
KIIT offers programmes including:
B.Com (Hons)
B.A. Economics (Hons)
B.Sc Economics & Data Analytics
B.Sc FinTech & Business Analytics
B.Sc Statistics & Data Analytics
M.Com
M.A. Economics
2026 Fee
Many of these listed programmes have a fee of:
₹96,000 per semester
according to the 2026–27 prospectus.
26. Humanities & Liberal Studies
Programmes include:
B.A. English (Hons)
B.A. Sociology (Hons)
B.A. Psychology (Hons)
B.A. Economics (Hons)
M.A. English
M.A. Sociology
M.A. Psychology
M.A. Economics
Liberal Studies
27. Psychology
Undergraduate
B.A. Psychology (Hons)
Postgraduate
M.A. Psychology
Career Opportunities
Clinical psychology pathway
Counselling
HR
Organisational psychology
Research
Education
Social services
Behavioural research
Professional clinical practice requires the applicable statutory qualifications and registration.
28. Public Health
KIIT offers programmes in:
Master of Public Health
Hospital Administration
Public Health
Healthcare management
Health policy
2026 Fees
Programme | Fee/semester |
|---|---|
Master of Public Health | ₹96,000 |
Master of Hospital Administration | ₹96,000 |
The 2026 prospectus lists both programmes at ₹96,000 per semester.
29. Fashion & Design
Undergraduate Areas
Fashion Design
Textile Design
Product Design
Graphic Design
Postgraduate
M.Design
Fashion Management
Interior Design
2026 Fees
Programme | Fee |
|---|---|
M.A. Fashion Management | ₹96,000/semester |
M.Design | ₹1,20,000/semester |
30. Film & Media Sciences
KIIT provides programmes covering:
Film & Television
Film production
Media production
Communication
Journalism
Digital media
Mass communication
These programmes provide exposure to:
Film production
Television
Digital content
Journalism
Photography
Media management
Communication
31. Sports & Yogic Sciences
Programmes include:
Bachelor in Physical Education & Sports
Master of Physical Education & Sports
Master in Yoga & Naturopathy
Ph.D. in Physical Education, Sports and Yoga
KIIT's current programme catalogue lists these under Sports, Yoga & Hospitality.
32. Hospitality & Tourism
Students can explore programmes in:
Hospitality Management
Hotel Management
Tourism
Food production
Food & beverage
Accommodation management
Hospitality operations
33. KIIT PG Programmes
Major postgraduate programmes include:
Engineering
M.Tech
M.Tech specialisations
Integrated M.Tech
Computing
MCA
M.Sc Computer Science
M.Sc Data-related programmes
Biotechnology
M.Tech Biotechnology
M.Sc Biotechnology
M.Sc Applied Microbiology
Management
MBA
Rural Management
Law
LL.M.
Sciences
M.Sc Physics
M.Sc Chemistry
M.Sc Mathematics with Data Science
Humanities
M.A. Economics
M.A. English
M.A. Psychology
M.A. Sociology
Healthcare
MPH
MHA
M.Sc Nursing
34. M.Sc Programmes
Major programmes include:
M.Sc Computer Science
M.Sc Physics
M.Sc Chemistry
M.Sc Mathematics with Data Science
M.Sc Biotechnology
M.Sc Applied Microbiology
Eligibility
Requirements depend on the programme.
For the listed M.Sc Physics/Chemistry/Mathematics & Data Sciences route, KIIT specifies a relevant B.Sc/B.E./B.Tech or equivalent qualification with at least 60% marks, with the required subject background.
35. Ph.D. Programmes
KIIT offers doctoral research across:
Engineering
Computer Science
Biotechnology
Medicine
Dental
Management
Law
Sciences
Humanities
Social Sciences
Public Health
Sports
Other disciplines
2026 Fee Structure
The prospectus lists:
₹75,000 at admission
₹25,000 per semester
₹50,000 thesis submission fee
subject to the applicable Ph.D. regulations.
36. KIIT Entrance Exams 2026
Programme | Entrance / Admission Route |
|---|---|
B.Tech | KIITEE |
B.Tech Lateral Entry | KIITEE |
B.Arch | KIITEE + NATA requirement |
BBA | KIITEE |
BCA | KIITEE |
B.Des | KIITEE |
Law | KIITEE |
B.Sc Nursing | KIITEE |
Biotechnology | KIITEE |
B.Pharm | KIITEE |
D.Pharm | KIITEE |
BDS | NEET-UG |
MBBS | NEET-UG |
M.Tech | KIITEE / applicable qualification route |
MBA | KIITEE / applicable management admission route |
MCA | KIITEE |
M.Sc | KIITEE |
LL.M. | KIITEE |
Ph.D. | University Ph.D. selection process |
KIIT's 2026 admission policy states that admissions to its listed KIITEE programmes are through KIITEE, while MBBS and BDS are through NEET.
37. KIITEE 2026
KIIT Entrance Examination
KIITEE 2026
KIITEE is the university's entrance examination for numerous undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
Application
The 2026 KIITEE application was available online.
Application Fee
KIIT's KIITEE 2026 portal states that there was no application/examination fee for KIITEE 2026.
38. KIIT B.Tech Eligibility 2026
For B.Tech:
Passed 10+2
Regular full-time formal education
Minimum 60% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
For B.Tech Biotechnology / Integrated M.Tech Biotechnology, Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology are considered
Applicable date-of-birth condition
The official 2026 eligibility page specifies these requirements.
39. KIIT B.Tech Admission Process
Step 1
Complete the KIITEE application form.
Step 2
Upload:
Photograph
Signature
Required marksheet/certificate
Step 3
Appear for KIITEE.
Step 4
Receive the entrance rank/result.
Step 5
Participate in counselling.
Step 6
Attend seat allocation.
Step 7
Complete document verification.
Step 8
Pay the applicable admission/token fee.
Step 9
Complete university admission and reporting.
KIIT states that counselling and seat allocation are conducted on a merit basis according to entrance-examination performance.
40. KIIT Counselling
Counselling includes:
Rank verification
Seat allocation
Course selection
Document verification
Admission fee payment
Reporting instructions
Documents
Candidates may need:
KIITEE admit card
KIITEE rank card
10th certificate
12th marksheet
12th pass certificate
Graduation documents where applicable
Diploma documents for lateral entry
Category certificate
GATE scorecard where applicable
KIIT publishes the required document list for counselling and admission.
41. KIIT Placements
KIIT has a centralized training and placement ecosystem covering multiple schools.
2025 Graduating Batch
KIIT reported:
757+ companies
4,621+ job offers
₹51 lakh highest CTC
The KIIT School of Technology reported:
3,800+ offers
451 companies
₹8.50 LPA average CTC
1,500+ Dream Offers
1,209 paid internship opportunities
KIIT also reported placements across management, rural management, biotechnology and law.
42. KIIT School of Technology Placements
For the 2025 graduating batch:
Placement Indicator | Result |
|---|---|
Companies | 451+ |
Job Offers | 3,800+ |
Dream Offers | 1,500+ |
Average CTC | ₹8.50 LPA |
Highest CTC | ₹51 LPA |
Paid Internships | 1,209 |
The placement figures are school-specific and should not be treated as the salary outcome for every KIIT programme.
43. KIIT 2026 Computer Science Placements
KIIT's School of Computer Science & Engineering currently publishes 2026 graduating-batch figures including:
3,500+ job offers
200+ recruiting companies
1,200+ Dream Offers
₹8.50 LPA average CTC
₹44.52 LPA highest CTC
800+ paid internship opportunities
The school also reports multiple-offer outcomes for hundreds of students.
44. Major KIIT Recruiters
Recruiters appearing in KIIT's published placement information include:
Microsoft
TCS
Wipro
Accenture
Infosys
Deloitte
Capgemini
LTIMindtree
HighRadius
PayPal
NVIDIA
Cisco
JPMorgan Chase
BNY Mellon
Flipkart
Optum
Booking Holdings
Bain & Company
Whatfix
Juspay
Recruiter participation and hiring numbers vary by year and school.
45. Internship Opportunities
KIIT provides industry and research exposure through:
Paid internships
Industry projects
Research internships
Summer internships
Capstone projects
Corporate interaction
Pre-placement programmes
Faculty research
The university reported more than 1,500 paid internship opportunities in its 2025 placement reporting.
46. Research & Innovation
KIIT has a substantial research and innovation ecosystem.
Major Areas
Artificial Intelligence
Robotics
Cyber Security
Biotechnology
Biomedical sciences
Healthcare
Engineering
Materials science
Renewable energy
Data Science
Agriculture
Social sciences
Sustainability
KIIT's innovation ecosystem also includes its technology business incubator and research facilities.
47. KIIT Campus Facilities
Major facilities include:
Academic blocks
Engineering laboratories
Computer laboratories
Central research facilities
Libraries
Auditoriums
Sports facilities
Hostels
Food courts
Healthcare facilities
Student activity centres
Innovation centres
Research laboratories
Transportation
Security facilities
48. Hostel Facilities
KIIT provides residential facilities for students.
Common Hostel Facilities
Furnished rooms
Wi-Fi
Mess facilities
Security
Common rooms
Recreational areas
Sports facilities
Medical support
Laundry
Student activity spaces
Hostel charges depend on:
Room type
Occupancy
AC/non-AC category
Food/mess arrangement
Academic year
49. Scholarships
KIIT provides various scholarship and financial-support opportunities.
Potential categories include:
KIITEE performance-based scholarships
Merit scholarships
Academic scholarships
Sports scholarships
Special-category scholarships
Financial assistance
Government scholarships
Eligibility and award amounts vary by programme and admission year.
50. Direct Admission & Management Quota
For programmes covered by KIITEE 2026, the official admission framework uses the prescribed entrance examination and counselling process.
For MBBS and BDS, the official policy specifies NEET as the admission route.
Students should therefore avoid relying on claims of a guaranteed seat through an unofficial management quota/direct admission agent.
The university's official admission portal should be used for current admission routes.
51. KIIT Campus Life
KIIT offers a large residential student environment.
Student Activities
Technical clubs
Coding clubs
Robotics
Entrepreneurship
Cultural events
Sports
Literary activities
Debates
Music
Dance
Theatre
Student organisations
Research clubs
Innovation activities
52. Career Opportunities After KIIT
Computer Science
Software Engineer | AI Engineer | Data Scientist | Machine Learning Engineer | Cloud Engineer | Cybersecurity Analyst | DevOps Engineer | Product Engineer
Electronics
VLSI Engineer | Embedded Engineer | Semiconductor Engineer | Electronics Engineer | Hardware Engineer
Mechanical
Mechanical Engineer | Automobile Engineer | Robotics Engineer | Manufacturing Engineer | Design Engineer
Biotechnology
Biotechnologist | Research Scientist | Bioinformatics Professional | Clinical Researcher | Pharmaceutical Professional
Management
Business Analyst | Consultant | Marketing Manager | Financial Analyst | HR Professional | Operations Manager
Law
Corporate Lawyer | Legal Consultant | Compliance Professional | Legal Researcher | Litigator
53. KIIT – Course & Career Comparison
Course | Major Career Areas |
|---|---|
B.Tech CSE | Software, IT, Product, Cloud |
B.Tech AI/ML | AI, ML, Data Science |
B.Tech Cyber Security | Cybersecurity, Security Engineering |
B.Tech Data Science | Data Science, Analytics |
B.Tech ECE | Electronics, VLSI, Embedded |
B.Tech Mechanical | Manufacturing, Automotive, Design |
B.Tech Biotechnology | Biotech, Pharma, Research |
BBA | Management, Sales, Marketing |
BCA | Software, Applications, IT |
B.Arch | Architecture, Planning, Design |
B.Pharm | Pharmacy, Pharma Industry |
B.Sc Nursing | Nursing, Healthcare |
BDS | Dentistry |
MBBS | Medicine |
BA LL.B | Law, Legal Practice |
MBA | Management, Consulting, Finance |
54. Documents Required
Students may need:
10th marksheet
10th certificate
12th marksheet
12th pass certificate
Entrance examination rank card
Entrance examination admit card
Graduation documents for PG programmes
Diploma documents for lateral entry
Category certificate
Passport-size photographs
Identity proof
Medical documents
Migration certificate where applicable
55. KIIT Admission Checklist 2026
Select course
Check eligibility
Check entrance examination
Apply online
Upload documents
Appear for KIITEE where applicable
Check rank
Attend counselling
Complete seat allocation
Verify documents
Pay admission fee
Pay tuition fee
Apply for hostel
Complete reporting
56. KIIT – Important Admission Points
University
KIIT Deemed to be University
Location
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Established
1997
Deemed University
2004
NAAC
A++
NIRF 2025 University Rank
17
B.Tech Entrance
KIITEE
MBBS/BDS Entrance
NEET
B.Tech Eligibility
60% aggregate in PCM
B.Tech Fee
Approximately ₹1.75 lakh–₹2.20 lakh per semester, depending on programme.
B.Tech One-Time Admission Payment
₹75,000
B.Arch Entrance
NATA + KIIT admission requirements
BBA/BCA
KIITEE
57. KIIT Campus at a Glance
Feature | KIIT |
|---|---|
University | KIIT Deemed to be University |
Common Name | KIIT |
City | Bhubaneswar |
State | Odisha |
Established | 1997 |
Deemed University | 2004 |
NAAC | A++ |
NIRF University 2025 | 17 |
NIRF Engineering 2025 | 36 |
NIRF Medical 2025 | 24 |
NIRF Law 2025 | 14 |
NIRF Dental 2025 | 26 |
Academic Programmes | 216 |
Schools/Institutes | 29 |
B.Tech Entrance | KIITEE |
MBBS Entrance | NEET-UG |
BDS Entrance | NEET-UG |
B.Tech Duration | 4 years |
B.Tech Lateral Entry | 3 years |
B.Arch | 5 years |
BBA | 3/4 years |
BCA | 3/4 years |
Law | 5 years |
B.Pharm | 4 years |
B.Sc Nursing | 4 years |
MBA | 2 years |
Ph.D. | Programme-specific |
Frequently Asked Questions – KIIT 2026
1. What is KIIT?
Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) Deemed to be University is a multidisciplinary university located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. It offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes across Engineering, Management, Law, Medicine, Biotechnology, Computer Applications, Design, Sciences, Commerce, Humanities and other fields.
2. Where is KIIT located?
KIIT operates from its permanent campus in Patia, Bhubaneswar, Odisha – 751024. KIIT's official website states that it operates exclusively from its Bhubaneswar campus and does not have other campuses elsewhere.
3. What courses does KIIT offer in 2026?
KIIT offers 200+ academic programmes across areas such as:
Engineering & Technology
Computer Applications
Management & Commerce
Biotechnology & Life Sciences
Law
Medicine & Health Sciences
Design & Fashion
Film & Media
Humanities & Languages
Public Health
Sports & Hospitality
The 2026–27 programme catalogue lists 216 programme options across 29 schools and institutes.
4. What B.Tech programmes are offered at KIIT?
KIIT offers B.Tech programmes in areas including Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering, Electronics & Computer Science Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science & System Engineering, Computer Science & Communication Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechatronics, Chemical Engineering and Construction Technology.
Specialisations are also available in areas such as Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Data Science and IoT & Cyber Security.
5. What is the eligibility for B.Tech admission at KIIT?
For the 2026 B.Tech programme, candidates must have passed Class 12 in 2024 or 2025, or be appearing in 2026, and must have studied through regular full-time formal education. They need at least 60% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. The applicable age requirement also needs to be satisfied.
6. Is KIITEE mandatory for admission to KIIT?
For the 2026 admission cycle, KIIT states that admission to courses other than MBBS, BDS, PG Medical and PG Dental is through KIITEE 2026, subject to the programme-specific admission policy. MBBS and BDS admissions are through NEET 2026.
7. What is KIITEE?
KIITEE (KIIT Entrance Examination) is KIIT's entrance examination for admission to applicable undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. For 2026, KIIT states that there is no application or examination fee for KIITEE 2026.
8. Is there negative marking in KIITEE?
KIIT states that there is no negative marking in its online entrance test, except for M.Tech and M.E. courses where the applicable examination rules differ. Students should check the examination instructions for their specific programme.
9. What is the eligibility for BBA at KIIT?
For BBA, candidates must have passed 10+2 in any stream with at least 50% marks and must have studied Mathematics, Business Mathematics, Economics or Statistics as one of the subjects at the 10+2 level. KIIT offers both 3-year and 4-year BBA pathways, with the four-year route leading to Honours/Honours with Research.
10. What is the eligibility for BCA at KIIT?
Candidates applying for BCA must have passed 10+2 in any stream with at least 50% marks and must have studied Mathematics at the 10+2 level. The programme is available as a three-year or four-year pathway, with the four-year route leading to Honours/Honours with Research.
11. Does KIIT offer Law programmes?
Yes. KIIT offers five-year integrated law programmes including B.A. LL.B., B.B.A. LL.B. and B.Sc. LL.B. Candidates generally need to have passed 10+2 with at least 45% marks; B.Sc. LL.B. applicants need a Science background.
12. Does KIIT offer MBBS and BDS?
Yes. KIIT offers MBBS and BDS programmes. For the 2026 admission cycle, admission to these programmes is through NEET 2026, rather than KIITEE.
13. What are the B.Tech fees at KIIT for 2026–27?
According to the 2026–27 KIIT prospectus, the tuition fee varies by programme. For example:
Programme Category | Fee per Semester |
|---|---|
Selected core B.Tech branches | ₹1.75 lakh |
Electronics & related B.Tech branches | ₹2.00 lakh |
CSE / IT / related programmes | ₹2.20 lakh |
CSE specialisations such as AI/ML, AI, Cyber Security & Data Science | ₹2.20 lakh |
B.Tech Biotechnology | ₹1.90 lakh |
B.Arch | ₹1.75 lakh |
B.Tech Lateral Entry | ₹1.92 lakh |
An additional ₹75,000 one-time payment is listed towards counselling, registration and admission-related charges; the prospectus should be checked for the complete fee structure and applicable charges.
14. Does KIIT provide hostel facilities?
Yes. KIIT provides hostel accommodation, and hostel charges are separate from tuition fees. KIIT's FAQ also states that first-year students are required to stay in student hostels.
15. How can students apply for KIIT admissions 2026?
Students should first select their desired programme and check its eligibility. For programmes covered by KIITEE, the general process is:
Online application → Document upload → KIITEE examination → Result → Counselling/Seat Allotment → Admission and fee payment.
Why choose KIIT?
KIIT Deemed to be University in Bhubaneswar is NAAC A++ accredited, NIRF 2025 University rank 17, and offers 216 programme options across 29 schools and institutes.
- Established 1997; deemed-to-be university since 2004
- NAAC A++ accreditation
- NIRF 2025 University Rank 17
- THE World University Rankings 2026: 501–600
- 216 programme options across 29 schools for 2026–27
- Engineering, medicine, law, management, film, fashion and more
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