About National Institute of Engineering North Campus
National Institute of Engineering (NIE) North Campus Mysore is one of Karnataka’s oldest and most prestigious engineering institutions, established in 1946. Located at Mananthavadi Road, Vidayaranya Puram, Mysuru 570008, NIE became affiliated with University of Mysore in 1950. From 2022-23, NIE operates across two campuses – North Campus and South Campus.
NIE is affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) Belagavi and approved by AICTE. The institute received autonomous status from VTU in 2007 and holds NAAC B++ Grade accreditation. NIE North Campus is recognized by UGC and Government of Karnataka, with NBA accreditation for multiple programmes.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Established | 1946 |
| Type | Government-Aided Autonomous Institute |
| Affiliated To | VTU Belagavi (Autonomous) |
| Approved By | AICTE | UGC |
| Accreditation | NAAC B++ | NBA (Multiple Programmes) |
| Campus Size | 25 Acres (Combined) |
| NIRF Ranking 2024 | #151-200 (Engineering) |
| Contact | nie.ac.in |
NIE North Campus offers MCA programme along with undergraduate B.E. courses. The 25-acre campus features library with 70,000+ books, separate boys and girls hostels with 800 capacity, medical facilities, gymnasium, sports complex, cafeteria, auditorium, and advanced laboratories.
Courses and Fees 2026
NIE North Campus offers B.E./B.Tech programmes in Computer Science, Information Science, Electronics & Communication, Electrical & Electronics, Mechanical, Civil, and Industrial & Production Engineering. MCA programme is also offered at North Campus.
| Programme | Annual Fee (CET Quota) |
|---|---|
| B.E. Computer Science Engineering | Rs. 40,000/year |
| B.E. Information Science | Rs. 40,000/year |
| B.E. Electronics Communication | Rs. 40,000/year |
| B.E. Electrical & Electronics | Rs. 40,000/year |
| B.E. Mechanical Engineering | Rs. 40,000/year |
| B.E. Civil Engineering | Rs. 40,000/year |
| B.E. Industrial & Production | Rs. 40,000/year |
| MCA | Contact Institute |
Admission Process: 70% seats via KCET, 15% via COMEDK UGET, and 15% Management Quota. For B.E., candidates need 10+2 with 45% in PCM. For MCA, Karnataka PGCET scores required. Management quota fees: Rs. 2,26,680/year. COMEDK fees: Rs. 1-2 Lakh/year.
Placements 2024
NIE Mysore (North and South Campus combined) achieved 82.3% placement rate for 2024 batch. Over 328 companies visited the campus providing more than 550 job offers including 358 dream offers and 456 internship opportunities. The placement cell maintains strong industry connections.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Placement Rate | 82.3% |
| Highest Package | Rs. 70 LPA |
| Average Package | Rs. 10.5 LPA |
| Median Package | Rs. 7.6 LPA |
| Companies Visited | 328 |
| Students Placed | 790 out of 829 eligible |
Top Recruiters: Mercedes Benz, KPIT, L&T, Lowe’s, Philips, TCS, Wipro, IBM, CISCO, Google, Microsoft, Infosys, Accenture, Deloitte
NIE placement cell conducts comprehensive training programmes including aptitude, soft skills, technical skills, mock interviews, group discussions, and personality development sessions starting from 5th semester.
Cutoff 2025
NIE Mysore cutoff ranks for B.E. admissions vary by entrance exam, branch, and category. As one of Karnataka’s premier engineering colleges, NIE has competitive cutoffs especially for Computer Science and Electronics branches.
KCET 2024 Cutoff (Indicative)
| Branch | Closing Rank (GM) |
|---|---|
| Computer Science Engineering | ~6,186 |
| Information Science | 8,000 – 12,000 |
| Electronics Communication (GM-AI) | ~30,072 |
| Electrical & Electronics (GM-AI) | ~65,094 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Under 10,000 |
COMEDK UGET 2024 Cutoff (Indicative)
| Branch | Closing Rank (GM-AI) |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | 12,751 |
| Information Science | 15,000 – 25,000 |
| Electronics Communication | 30,000 – 50,000 |
Note: Cutoffs are based on 2024 data. NIE being a premier institute has highly competitive cutoffs. Check cetonline.karnataka.gov.in for KCET and comedk.org for COMEDK latest cutoffs.
Rankings and Recognition
NIE Mysore holds prestigious national rankings and accreditations making it one of Karnataka’s oldest and most respected engineering institutions.
| Recognition Body | Status |
|---|---|
| NIRF Ranking 2024 | #151-200 (Engineering) |
| The Week Ranking 2024 | #18 out of 245 (BE/BTech) |
| NAAC Accreditation | B++ Grade (5 years) |
| VTU Status | Autonomous (Since 2007) |
| Notable Alumni | Narayana Murthy, Javagal Srinath |
Campus Facilities
NIE North Campus features comprehensive infrastructure on the 25-acre campus designed for academic excellence and student development.
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Library | 70,000+ books, online databases |
| Boys Hostel | 486 capacity, behind campus |
| Girls Hostels | Yeshvika (52), Yuvika (259) |
| Hostel Fee | Rs. 85,000 – 1.1 Lakh/year |
| Laboratories | Advanced dept-wise labs |
| Medical & Sports | Health centre, gym, sports complex |
Scholarships 2026
NIE Mysore provides ePass, Vidyasiri scholarships and merit-based institutional scholarships to deserving students.
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| NIE Merit Scholarship | Top 3 students each semester |
| ePass Karnataka | SC/ST/OBC students |
| Vidyasiri Scholarship | Minority students |
| SC/ST Fee Discount | Based on caste certificate & grades |
| MHRD Scholarship | Economically weaker sections |
Apply through respective portals. Required documents: income certificate, caste certificate, marks cards, Aadhaar, and bank details.
Faculty
NIE Mysore has 179 qualified faculty members comprising Ph.D. holders and experienced educators. Faculty members actively engage in research, consultancy, and industry collaborations.
| Department | Key Faculty |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | Dr. Anitha R, Dr. N.V. Raghavendra |
| Electronics | Dr. M.S. Ganeshprasad |
| Civil Engineering | Dr. K. Pushpalatha |
| Total Faculty | 179 members (Ph.D/M.Tech qualified) |
NIE faculty are recognized nationally for research publications, patents, and contributions to engineering education. QIP Research Centres in every department are VTU and AICTE recognized.
Apply to NIE North Campus Mysore
Admissions open for 2026-27. Apply through KCET (70%), COMEDK (15%), or Management Quota (15%).