B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering 

at Coimbatore Institute of Technology, Coimbatore

Coimbatore Institute of Technology accepts TNEA score, followed by TNEA Counselling for admission to the BTech course. CIT Coimbatore cutoff 2023 was concluded after Round 1 of the Seat Allocation Process. As per CIT Coimbatore cutoff 2023, the Round 1 closing rank was 1343 for BTech in Computer Science and Technology for the General category student. In 2022, the last round closing rank stood at 1288 for BTech CSE programme.  

Candidates can refer to the table given below to check out the last round closing rank for CIT Coimbatore for 2021, 2022 and 2023 for BTech in CSE course: 

Course	2021	2022	2023
B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering	1363	1288	1343

A comparison of the Engineering colleges in Coimbatore based on their BTech programme on the basis of multiple components, such as fee and salary is tabulated below:

BTech Colleges	NIRF Ranking 2022 (Engineering)	Median Package 2023	Total Tuition Fee
CIT Coimbatore	Not in the top 100	INR 4.5 LPA	INR 1.7 Lacs - INR 2 lakh
PSG College of Technology	63	INR 4.6 LPA - 5 LPA	INR 2 Lacs - INR 2.5 lakh

NOTE: The fee and salary information mentioned above is sourced from unofficial sources. Hence, is indicative. 

As per the latest report, the highest package offered during Coimbatore Institute of Technology placements 2024 stood at INR 52 LPA. This package was offered to the students of the BE CSE branch. The key highlights of Coimbatore Institute of Technology placements for the Class of 2023 and 2024 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)
Highest package	INR 36 LPA	INR 52 LPA
Total students placed	NA	792
Top recruiters	Accenture, TCS, KPMG	DE Shaw India, Deloitte, PwC, Accenture

CIT Coimbatore TNEA cutoff 2023 was released for several BTech specialisations, among which CSE was the most competitie one with a last round closing rank of 1764 for OBC category. For BTech at CIT Coimbatore, TNEA cutoff 2023 ranged between 1764 and 22689, so yes candidates with a rank of 2500 can definetly get into CIT Coimbatore. However, the admissions are based on the scores/rank obtained in TNEA, the last cut offs also change a lot depending on All India quota or Home State. It also varies if the applicant is a female. 

 

CIT Coimbatore TNEA Round 1 cutoff for BTech in CSE was 1343 which is very close to this range. This was for general category under All India quota. Unless the candidate belongs to some other category or domicile, one can not afford to score less than this. With this rank, there is a probability of getting admission however since, the cut offs keep changing from round to round, better ranks definitely increases your chances of getting admission at CIT Coimbatore. 

Candidates can refer to the table given below to check out the TNEA year-wise last round closing ranks for BTech in CSE programme:

Course	2021	2022	2023
B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering	1363	1288	1343

CIT Coimbatore offers a full-time two-year Master of Business Administration (MBA) under the Department of Management Studies. The duration of the course is two years divided into four semesters. Available across six specialisations, admission to CIT Coimbatore MBA is subject to a valid score obtained by the students in the TANCET MBA exam conducted by DOTE Chennai. Selection shall be made under seven categories namely OC, BC, BCM (BC Muslim), MBC & DNC, SC, SCA and ST following the rules of reservation laid down by the Government of Tamil Nadu. 

The selection, as mentioned above is made on the basis of the marks secured in the TANCET entrance examination. If there is 
a tie (same marks obtained in TANCET 2023 by more than one aspirants) while preparing the rank list, the students will be ranked as per following merit rules:

• Average percentage of marks in the qualifying Degree examination
• Date of birth (Candidates ho are elder will be given preference)
• Random number assigned (higher value will be given preference)

CIT admission is completely entrance/counselling based and is conducted by DOTE Chennai. The institute offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral courses across 13 departments such as Civil Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Physics, and Mathematics, among others. The institute also offers an Integrated MSc of five-year duration. Candidates can apply for admission to the course of their choice via online mode. In order to furnish the financial needs of the students, the institute offers various government and private scholarships to UG students, such as Adi Dravidar Welfare Scholarship, Tamil Nadu Educational Trust Scholarship, etc. A list of Coimbatore Institute of Technology courses along with their admission process is as follows:

Course Name	Eligibility & Selection
BTech	Eligibility: Class 12 with 45% aggregate Selection: TNEA
MTech	Eligibility: BE/BTech/BArch degree/ Master’s Degree in the relevant branch of Science/ Arts/ BPharm/ AMIE (with 2 years’ experience)/ 3-year diploma with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for reserved categories) Selection: GATE / CEETA PG + Single Window Counseling through Common Engineering Admission Procedure (CEAP-2023)
5-Year Integrated MSc	Eligibility: A pass in Class 12 or equivalent with PCM & CS with 75% aggregate & above (for candidates other than SC & ST) Selection: - CIT MSc Entrance Test - Interview at CIT - HSC Board Exam Marks
MBA	Eligibility: A pass in a recognised UG degree of minimum 3 years’ duration with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for reserved categories) Selection: TANCET
MCA	Eligibility: A pass in BCA/ BSc CS or IT/ BE or BTech in CSE/ BE or BTech in (IT) or equivalent OR A pass in any UG degree (BE / BTech/ BSc/ BCom/ BA/ BVoc/ etc.) preferably with Maths at Class 12 or UG level with at least 50% aggregate (45% in case of reserved category candidates)  Selection: TANCET

Coimbatore Institute of Technology offers admission to various programmes through entrance exam score. To get a seat in CIT, candidates must clear these exams & fulfill the minimum eligibility criteria. A list of Coimbatore Institute of Technology courses along with the entrance exams accepted for respective admission is as follows:

• GATE / TNEA
• MTech: GATE / CEETA PG 
• MCA: : CIT MSc Entrance Test
• MBA: TANCET
• MCA: TANCET

{Source: M.Sc. students & alumni}

M.Sc. at Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT): Worth the Investment?

Here's a summary of the key points discussed by students and alumni:

Pros:

* Excellent placement records: More than 90% of students get placed every year, with top recruiters like Amazon, Zoho, TCS, IBM, and Freshworks visiting the campus.
* High salary packages: The highest salary package offered is INR15 LPA, while the average salary package offered is INR7.5 LPA.
* Industry-ready curriculum: The course curriculum is designed to make students industry-ready, with emphasis on practical learning and projects.
* Supportive faculty: Faculty members are well-qualified, knowledgeable, and supportive, providing students with individual attention and guidance.
* Good infrastructure: The college has modern classrooms, well-equipped labs, and a library with a vast collection of books and resources.
* Campus life: The campus is eco-friendly, with plenty of greenery, and has facilities like Wi-Fi, a canteen, and recreational spaces.

Cons:

* Limited hostel facilities: The hostel rooms are small, and the food is average.
* Old infrastructure: Some parts of the campus, including the hostels, are old and require maintenance.

Overall Assessment:
Based on the feedback from students and alumni, the M.Sc. programme at Coimbatore Institute of Technology appears to be a worthwhile investment for those interested in pursuing a career in software systems. While there are some limitations, the programme offers excellent placement prospects, a strong curriculum, and supportive faculty. With a moderate investment, students can expect to receive a high return in terms of career opportunities and growth.

Coimbatore Institute of Technology offers B.E course across various All India categories. Considering the TNEA last Round, the cutoff ranges from 1419 to 16719 for the General AI category candidates. As per the Coimbatore Institute of Technology cutoff 2024, the course with the lowest rank is B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering and the course with the highest rank is B.E. in Civil Engineering. 

For the OBC AI category, the cutoff spanned from 1800 to 25457. Candidates can refer to the table below to check last round TNEA year-wise cutoff:

Course	2022	2023	2024
B.E. in Civil Engineering	13235	17649	16719
B.E. in Mechanical Engineering	10225	10952	10167
B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering	3669	3801	3905
B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering	1779	1933	1958
B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering	1288	1343	1419
B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering	10232	12588	9771