About Karavali Institute of Technology
Karavali Institute of Technology (KIT) was established in 2007 by the G.R. Education Trust, a premier educational institution founded in 1996 and spearheaded by Founder Chairman Mr. Ganesh S. Rao. Located at Fermai Road, near Sahyadri College of Engineering, Padu Neermarga, Mangaluru, Karnataka, the campus spans 52 acres. KIT is affiliated to VTU Belagavi, approved by AICTE, and part of the Karavali Group of Colleges.
The Karavali Group operates four campuses across Mangalore and Bangalore, and organizes the annual Karavali Placement Mela — one of the largest job fairs in coastal Karnataka, hosting 180+ companies and placing 8,000+ job seekers. KIT has MOUs with connected industries. The campus features AC classrooms, well-stocked library, sports facilities, canteen, ATM, bank, and transport fleet.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Established | 2007 (GR Education Trust, 1996) |
| Affiliated To | VTU Belagavi | AICTE |
| Campus | 52 Acres | Neermarga, Mangaluru |
| Group | Karavali Group of Colleges (4 campuses) |
| Placement Mela | Annual | 180+ companies | 8,000+ placed |
| Nearest Landmark | Near Sahyadri College, NH-66, Kottara Chowki |
Campus: AC first-year classrooms, well-stocked library, sports, canteen, ATM, bank, transportation fleet. Karavali Group main campus on NH-66 Mangalore; KIT campus at Neermarga with Karavali College of Pharmacy at Vamanjoor.
Courses and Fees 2026
KIT offers B.E. in multiple specializations (including Aeronautical Engineering) and MBA. Admissions via KCET, COMEDK UGET, PGCET, CAT, management quota.
| Programme | Fee |
|---|---|
| B.E. (Multiple specializations, 4 Yrs) | Contact institute |
| MBA (2 Yrs) | Contact institute |
| Unique Branch | Aeronautical Engineering (rare in Karnataka) |
Eligibility: 10+2 with 45% in PCM. Foreign students with equivalent qualifications also eligible. Admissions online via official website. KCET, COMEDK, management quota accepted.
Placements
KIT Placement Cell offers comprehensive training in aptitude, communication, and technical skills, and organizes the annual Karavali Placement Mela — a mega job fair with 180+ companies.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average Package | Rs. 3 LPA |
| Karavali Mela Reach | 180+ companies | 8,000+ job seekers placed |
| Top Recruiters | IBM, Infosys, Mahindra, Oracle, Apollo, L&T, Wipro, HCL, Axis Bank, ICICI, Reliance |
Cutoff 2024
| Exam | Closing Rank |
|---|---|
| KCET 2023 (GM Overall) | 73,338 – 1,10,301 |
| PGCET 2023 (GM) | 41,348 |
| COMEDK 2024 (GM) | 50,421 |
Recognition
| Body | Status |
|---|---|
| AICTE | Approved |
| VTU | Affiliated |
Campus Facilities
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Campus | 52 acres, Neermarga, near NH-66 |
| Classrooms | AC (1st year), spacious, modern |
| Fest Life | Annual cultural fests, TMA International Hall |
| Others | Library, sports, canteen, ATM, bank, transport |
Scholarships
| Scholarship | Details |
|---|---|
| Government Schemes | SC/ST/OBC Karnataka and central govt schemes |
Faculty
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Teaching Approach | Well-qualified, industry-oriented |
| Industry MOUs | Connected industries via MoU agreements |
Apply to Karavali Institute of Technology Mangalore
Admissions open 2026-27. Est 2007 | AICTE | VTU | 52 acres | Aeronautical Engineering | Annual Mela: 180+ companies | 8,000+ placed.