NIT Calicut Admits Over 1,600 UG Students for 2026-27 Session

The National Institute of Technology Calicut (NITC) has admitted more than 1,600 undergraduate students for the 2026-27 academic session.

The National Institute of Technology Calicut (NITC) has admitted more than 1,600 undergraduate students for the 2026-27 academic session. The institute has published the list of selected candidates on its official website, nitc.ac.in. The 2026-27 intake is the highest number of first-time undergraduate admissions recorded by NIT Calicut so far. NITC is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education and is among the 31 National Institutes of Technology in India. The UG seats have been filled through the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) 2026 counselling based on candidates' JEE Main 2026 ranks. 

NIT Calicut 2026-27 UG Intake Key Highlights

Source: nitc.ac.in

How Are UG Admissions Done at NIT Calicut?

• Undergraduate admissions at NIT Calicut are conducted through the JoSAA counselling process.
• Candidates must appear for the JEE Main examination and meet the eligibility requirements for NIT admission.
• Candidates are allocated seats based on their JEE Main All India Rank, category, choices filled and seat availability.
• Seat allocation also considers the applicable Home State and Other State quotas.
• Seats are reserved for eligible categories according to government norms.
• Admission to the five-year BArch programme is offered through JEE Main Paper 2.

What Courses Are Offered at NIT Calicut?

NIT Calicut offers undergraduate programmes in several engineering disciplines, including:

• Computer Science and Engineering
• Electronics and Communication Engineering
• Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• The institute also offers a five-year Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) programme.
• The branch-wise intake and category-wise seat distribution are determined through the JoSAA seat matrix.

How Does the JoSAA Counselling Process Work?

JoSAA conducts counselling in multiple rounds for admissions to NITs and other participating premier institutes.

The general admission process includes the following steps:

1. Candidates qualify in JEE Main 2026.
2. Eligible candidates register on the official JoSAA website.
3. Candidates log in to the counselling portal using their credentials.
4. They fill in and lock their preferred courses and institutes.
5. JoSAA conducts seat allocation based on rank, category, preferences and seat availability.
6. Candidates who receive an allotment complete the required fee payment, acceptance and document verification formalities.
7. Candidates then report to the allotted institute as per the prescribed schedule.

What Are the Next Steps for NIT Calicut 2026 Admitted Students?

Students who have secured admission through JoSAA 2026 must complete all admission formalities within the prescribed timeline.

1. Follow the admission instructions issued by NIT Calicut.
2. Complete the required document submission and verification.
3. Pay the prescribed admission or semester fees.
4. Complete hostel allocation formalities, if required.
5. Report to the institute according to the schedule.
6. Regularly check the official NIT Calicut website for further updates.
7. The admission and reporting requirements may vary depending on the course and admission category.

What Should Candidates Do Next?

1. Visit nitc.ac.in regularly for the latest admission and reporting updates.
2. Keep the JoSAA allotment letter and original documents ready for verification.
3. Complete document verification within the prescribed deadline.
4. Pay the semester or admission fee through the payment mode specified by NIT Calicut.
5. Apply for hostel accommodation within the stipulated period, if required.
6. Keep printed and digital copies of submitted documents and payment receipts for future reference.