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The M.Tech in Construction Technology and Management at NITK Surathkal is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme offered by the Department of Civil Engineering. The programme covers advanced topics in construction project management, construction planning and scheduling, cost estimation, contract management, construction materials, quality management, and sustainable construction practices. The total fee for GATE scholarship seats is approximately Rs. 2,30,200 for the entire programme (day scholar), while self-financed seats cost approximately Rs. 8,90,200. Admission is primarily through GATE scores via CCMT counselling, with additional seats available under sponsored and self-financed categories. The programme has a seat intake of 33 seats under CCMT, and is offered in full-time on-campus mode at the Surathkal campus. It is popular among civil engineering graduates seeking careers in construction project management, infrastructure development, and real estate sectors.

As of March 2026, the GATE 2026 results have been declared (March 19, 2026) and CCMT 2026 counselling is expected to begin in May 2026 (tentative, based on CCMT 2025 schedule). Candidates with a valid GATE 2026 score in CE (Civil Engineering) are eligible to register for CCMT 2026 for this programme. NITK also separately notifies admissions for sponsored and self-financed M.Tech seats through its official website (www.nitk.ac.in).

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The programme is officially named M.Tech in Construction Technology and Management (CM) and is offered under the Department of Civil Engineering, which also offers M.Tech in Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, and Transportation Engineering.
GATE-qualified students admitted under scholarship seats receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 12,400 for up to 24 months, subject to satisfactory academic performance (SGPA of 6.0 or above).
The programme includes L&T (Larsen and Toubro) sponsored seats, reflecting strong industry collaboration with one of India's largest construction companies.
The department has strong research focus areas including Construction Technology, Project Management, Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, and Transportation Engineering.
Self-financed seats (5 seats) are also available for candidates who qualify the written test and technical interview conducted at NITK.
SC/ST/PwD candidates are exempted from payment of tuition fees (not applicable to QIP, DASA, ICCR, MEA, and External/Internal Registrants).

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NIT Surathkal Latest Updates and News

15 Apr, 2026 CCMT 2026 Counselling is expected to begin in May 2026 for admission to MTech/ MArch/ MPlan courses at NITs and CFTIs. Read News.

13 Mar, 2026 NIT Surathkal Admission 2026-27 is ongoing for M.Tech Construction Technology programs till Apr 20, 2026 (online) & Apr 24, 2026 (hard copy). Check details.

11 Mar, 2026 NIT Surathkal M.Tech Construction Technology Fee Structure 2026-27 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 1.99 Lakhs.

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NITK M.Tech (Construction Technology) Fees

NITK Surathkal offers M.Tech Construction Technology and Management under two broad categories: GATE scholarship seats (regular admission via CCMT) and self-financed seats. For GATE scholarship seats, the tuition fee is Rs. 35,000 per semester, making the total tuition for 4 semesters Rs. 1,40,000. Including all other charges (development fee, library, computing, student activities, etc.), the total programme cost for a day scholar under the regular category comes to approximately Rs. 2,30,200. For self-financed students, the tuition fee is Rs. 2,00,000 per semester, and the total programme cost for a day scholar is approximately Rs. 8,90,200. Hostel accommodation is optional and costs Rs. 8,820 per semester (shared), with mess charges of approximately Rs. 35,310 per semester.

Fee Structure - Regular M.Tech (GATE Scholarship Seats) - Per Semester

Fee Component	Semester 1 (Rs.)	Semester 2 (Rs.)
Tuition Fee	35,000	35,000
Institute Admission Fee (one-time)	1,340	-
Development Fee	2,690	2,690
Security Deposit (Refundable)	6,700	-
NITK Alma Mater Endowment Contribution (one-time)	2,690	-
Convocation Fee (one-time)	3,310	-
Library Resource Fee	4,030	4,030
Career Development Fee (one-time)	2,760	-
Health Care Facility (one-time)	1,660	-
Student Activities Fee (one-time)	6,620	-
Campus Amenities (one-time)	1,660	-
Group Insurance Coverage (one-time)	510	-
Computing Resource Fee (one-time)	4,410	-
Day Scholar Total (per semester)	73,380	41,720
Hostel Rent - Shared Accommodation (optional)	8,820	8,820
Hosteller Total (per semester)	82,200	50,540
Total Fees - Day Scholar (2 years / 4 semesters)	2,30,200
Total Fees - Hosteller (2 years / 4 semesters)	2,65,480

Fee Structure - Self-Financed M.Tech - Per Semester

Fee Component	Semester 1 (Rs.)	Semester 2 (Rs.)
Tuition Fee	2,00,000	2,00,000
Institute Admission Fee (one-time)	1,340	-
Development Fee	2,690	2,690
Security Deposit (Refundable)	6,700	-
NITK Alma Mater Endowment Contribution (one-time)	2,690	-
Convocation Fee (one-time)	3,310	-
Library Resource Fee	4,030	4,030
Career Development Fee (one-time)	2,760	-
Health Care Facility (one-time)	1,660	-
Student Activities Fee (one-time)	6,620	-
Campus Amenities (one-time)	1,660	-
Group Insurance Coverage (one-time)	510	-
Computing Resource Fee (one-time)	4,410	-
Day Scholar Total (per semester)	2,38,380	2,06,720
Hostel Rent - Shared Accommodation (optional)	8,820	8,820
Hosteller Total (per semester)	2,47,200	2,15,540
Total Fees - Day Scholar (2 years / 4 semesters)	8,90,200
Total Fees - Hosteller (2 years / 4 semesters)	9,25,480

Security Deposit of Rs. 6,700 is refundable at the time of leaving the institute.
One-time fees (Part A) are paid at the time of admission and increase at 5% every year for each new batch.
Part B fees (library, computing, etc.) increase at 5% every year applicable to all students from the 2024-25 batch onwards.
Group Insurance fee of Rs. 510 is provisional and subject to revision.
Hostel accommodation is optional.
Hostel rent includes water and electricity charges for shared accommodation.
Mess charges (provisional) for the first semester are approximately Rs. 35,310 (includes admission fee Rs. 1,000, establishment charges Rs. 8,100, maintenance Rs. 3,690, student extra-curricular Rs. 520, and mess advance Rs. 22,000).
Mess fees are charged every semester.
Students withdrawing before the closing date of admission are eligible for a full refund minus a processing fee of Rs. 1,000.
SC/ST/PwD candidates are exempted from tuition fee payment (not applicable to QIP, DASA, ICCR, MEA, and External/Internal Registrants).

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NITK M.Tech (Construction Technology) Admission 2026

Admission to M.Tech Construction Technology and Management at NITK Surathkal is primarily through CCMT (Centralized Counselling for M.Tech), which allocates seats based on GATE scores in Civil Engineering (CE). For the 2026-27 session, GATE 2026 results were declared on March 19, 2026, and CCMT 2026 counselling is expected to begin in May 2026. Additionally, NITK conducts separate admissions for sponsored (1 seat, including L&T sponsored candidates) and self-financed (5 seats) seats through its own process involving a written test and technical interview.

NITK M.Tech Admission Dates

Event	Date (2026-27 Reference)
NITK Application Portal Opens (Sponsored/Research)	March 10, 2026
Last Date for Online Application (Sponsored/Research)	April 21, 2026
Last Date for Hard Copy of Application to Reach NITK	April 25, 2026
Dispatch of Call Letters to Shortlisted Candidates	May 5, 2026
Selection Test and/or Interview (Offline at NITK)	May 21-23, 2026
Publication of Provisional Selection/Merit List	May 30, 2026
Online Fee Payment for Selected Candidates	June 2-11, 2026
Self-Financed Admission Notification Released	Separately notified
CCMT Physical Reporting at NITK (GATE seats)	August 5-11, 2026

GATE 2026 Exam Dates

Event	Date
GATE 2026 Application Start	August 28, 2025
GATE 2026 Application End	October 13, 2025
GATE 2026 Admit Card Release	January 13, 2026
GATE 2026 Exam Dates	February 7, 8, 14, 15, 2026
GATE 2026 Answer Key Release	February 19, 2026
GATE 2026 Result Declaration	March 19, 2026
CCMT 2026 Registration (Expected)	May 2026
CCMT 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment (Expected)	June 2026
CCMT 2026 Physical Reporting (Expected)	August 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. (Engineering) degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering and Planning, Construction and Project Management, Construction Engineering, Construction Technology and Management, Mining Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Structural Engineering, or B.Arch from a recognised university. AMIE in Civil or Mining Engineering is also accepted.
A minimum CGPA of 6.5 on a 10-point scale or 60% aggregate marks in the qualifying degree is required (55% or CGPA 6.0 for SC/ST/PwD candidates).
A valid GATE score in CE (Civil Engineering) is mandatory for scholarship seats via CCMT. For self-financed and sponsored seats, GATE score is required along with performance in a written test and technical interview conducted at NITK.

Admission Process

Register on the CCMT portal (ccmt.admissions.nic.in) using a valid GATE score in CE (Civil Engineering).
Fill in choices for M.Tech Construction Technology and Management (CM) at NITK Surathkal.
Seat allotment is done in multiple rounds (Regular Rounds, Special Rounds, and National Spot Round).
Pay the Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF) and upload documents online after seat allotment.
Online document verification is carried out by NITK officers.
Physically report at NITK Surathkal with original documents and pay the balance fee.
For sponsored/self-financed seats: Apply through the NITK IRIS portal, appear for the written test and technical interview at NITK campus, and complete admission formalities upon selection.

NIT Surathkal: Students' Opinion

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Admission to the college involves clearing the GATE cutoff and participating in multiple rounds of counseling, where candidates select their preferred branch. There is potential for branch changes, with final seat allocation based on GATE scores. The college boasts highly talented and experienced faculty engaged in research and practical problem-solving, contributing to significant projects like the Konkan railway. The fee structure is standard compared to other NITs, though hostel fees are relatively high for a government institution.

Subsidies and scholarships are available for students from economically weaker sections. Placement opportunities are robust in administration and service sectors but limited for M. Tech graduates in core civil engineering. M. Tech students receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 12,400 from the Ministry of Human Resource Development. An on-campus SBI branch provides convenient access to loans, and merit-based scholarships are also offered to students.

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NITK M.Tech (Construction Technology) Scholarships 2026

M.Tech Construction Technology and Management students at NITK Surathkal can avail of the GATE scholarship (the primary financial support), as well as several institute-level and external scholarships. The GATE stipend of Rs. 12,400 per month is the most significant financial benefit for GATE-qualified students admitted under scholarship seats. NITK also lists a wide range of scholarships on its official website for PG students.

Scholarships Available

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Remarks
GATE Scholarship (MoE/AICTE)	GATE-qualified M.Tech students admitted under scholarship seats	Rs. 12,400 per month (for up to 24 months)	Requires SGPA of 6.0 or above; student must assist in 8-10 hrs/week of teaching/research; not available for self-financed/sponsored/QIP/DASA/ICCR/MEA students
Reliance Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship	PG students with strong academic record	Up to Rs. 6 Lakhs	Merit-based; apply through Buddy4Study portal
Institute Merit/Merit Cum Means Scholarship	Students with financial need and academic merit	Varies	Announced annually by NITK; apply through institute portal
SC/ST Financial Assistance	SC/ST students	Varies	Tuition fee exemption + financial assistance; apply through NITK
NSP Scholarship (National Scholarship Portal)	SC/ST students	Varies	Apply through scholarships.gov.in
PM YASASVI Scholarship	OBC/EBC/DNT students	Varies	Apply through National Testing Agency portal
Engineers India Limited Scholarship	SC/ST UG/PG students	Varies	Competitive; apply through EIL portal

The GATE scholarship is subject to the student not receiving any other emoluments (salary/stipend) from any other source.
Scholarship continuation requires passing all registered courses with SGPA/CGPA of 6.0 or above.
External scholarships have their own application deadlines; students should check the NITK Scholarships page (www.nitk.ac.in/Scholarships) regularly for updates.

NITK M.Tech (Construction Technology) Placement 2026

M.Tech Construction Technology and Management at NITK Surathkal has a strong placement record, with graduates finding opportunities in construction companies, infrastructure development firms, real estate companies, government organisations, and consulting firms. The placement percentage for the 2022-23 batch was 90.32% (28 out of 31 students placed). The programme has a notable industry tie-up with L&T (Larsen and Toubro), which sponsors seats and recruits graduates. Many graduates also pursue higher studies or research positions.

M.Tech Construction Technology and Management Placement Statistics (2022-23)

Metric	M.Tech Construction Technology and Management
Students Participated	31
Students Placed	28
Placement Percentage	90.32%
Key Recruiters	L&T, Engineering India Limited, ONGC, Infrastructure companies, Government organisations
Key Sectors	Construction, Infrastructure, Real Estate, Project Management, Consulting

Note: Placement data is based on the 2022-23 batch. Overall institute M.Tech placement rate for 2024-25 was approximately 77.65%.

NIT Surathkal M.Tech Construction Technology Ranking

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#12 out of 500 in India 2025

#1st in Karnataka

NIRF Ranking

#17 out of 300 in India 2025

#1st in Karnataka

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#8 out of 25 in Top Public Colleges in India 2025

IIRF Ranking

#32 out of 160 in Top Public Colleges in India 2025

#1st in Karnataka

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NITK M.Tech (Construction Technology) FAQs

Ques. What GATE score is required for M.Tech Construction Technology and Management at NITK Surathkal?

Ans. Based on CCMT 2024-25 data, the closing GATE score for M.Tech Construction Technology and Management (General category) at NITK Surathkal was around 578 marks (GATE CE paper). For OBC-NCL it was around 466, for SC around 347, and for ST around 319. This is one of the higher cutoffs among civil engineering M.Tech programmes at NITK, reflecting its popularity.

Ques. What is the L&T sponsored seat in M.Tech Construction Technology and Management at NITK?

Ans. NITK has a special arrangement with Larsen and Toubro (L&T), one of India's largest construction and engineering companies, which sponsors seats in the M.Tech Construction Technology and Management programme. L&T-sponsored candidates are employees of L&T who are sponsored by the company for this programme. These candidates must have at least 2 years of full-time work experience at L&T and must produce a sponsorship-cum-clearance certificate from L&T.

Ques. What are the career prospects after M.Tech Construction Technology and Management from NITK Surathkal?

Ans. Graduates can work in construction companies (L&T, Shapoorji Pallonji, Tata Projects), infrastructure development firms, real estate companies, government organisations (NHAI, CPWD, PWD), and consulting firms. Project management roles, site engineering, quantity surveying, and construction planning are common career paths. The average package for civil engineering M.Tech graduates at NITK is around Rs. 8-12 LPA, with top packages from companies like L&T reaching higher.

Ques. Is M.Tech Construction Technology and Management different from M.Tech Structural Engineering at NITK?

Ans. Yes, they are different specialisations. M.Tech Construction Technology and Management focuses on project management, construction planning, cost estimation, contract management, and construction processes. M.Tech Structural Engineering focuses on the analysis and design of structures, advanced structural mechanics, and earthquake engineering. Both are offered by the Civil Engineering department at NITK. Construction Technology and Management is more management-oriented, while Structural Engineering is more technically focused.

Ques. Can B.Arch graduates apply for M.Tech Construction Technology and Management at NITK?

Ans. Yes, B.Arch graduates are eligible to apply for M.Tech Construction Technology and Management at NITK. They need a valid GATE score in CE (Civil Engineering) for CCMT-based admission. The minimum eligibility is 60% marks or CGPA 6.5 in the qualifying degree (55% or CGPA 6.0 for SC/ST/PwD).

Ques. How is the industry exposure for M.Tech Construction Technology and Management students at NITK?

Ans. The programme has strong industry connections, particularly with L&T, which sponsors seats and recruits graduates. Students also benefit from NITK's Career Development Centre (CDC), which facilitates industry interactions, internships, and placements. The programme curriculum includes case studies, industry visits, and project work that provide practical exposure to real-world construction management challenges. NITK's location in Mangaluru, a growing infrastructure hub, also provides opportunities for site visits and industry interactions.

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Fees and Financial Aid:

In M. Tech, MHRD provides stipend for all the students of 12400 per month. Loan is easily available, there is SBI branch in the college which gives the loan. Apart from them there are few other scholarship on the basis of meritorisity.

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