Adichunchanagiri Institute of Technology (AIT) Chikkamagaluru

Adichunchanagiri Institute of Technology (AIT), Chikkamagaluru, established in 1980, is a private technical institution managed by the Adichunchanagiri Shikshana Trust (R.). The college offers undergraduate engineering and MBA programs under affiliation with Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, approval from the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi, and accreditation from NAAC with an ‘A’ Grade (Cycle - II).

Located on a 65-acre campus in the hill town of Chikkamagaluru, AIT provides technical and vocational education programs aligned with VTU regulations.

Verification Status

This profile is based on publicly available institutional disclosures and regulatory records:

• Verified Regulatory Data (KEA, NIRF, AICTE, NAAC): Includes KEA quota fee circulars, official NIRF submission metrics, AICTE-approved student intake parameters, and the NAAC accreditation registry.
• Institution Published Claims (Unverified): Includes corporate MOUs, specific high salary packages, placement support details, and campus facilities.

Last verified: May 2026
Next scheduled review: August 2026

Institutional Facts

Institutional Mission (Published Statement)

The institution states that its mission focuses on providing technical education, industry-aligned training, vocational infrastructure, and encouraging lifelong learning.

Strategic Location & Campus Accessibility

• Official Address: Adichunchanagiri Extension, Chikkamagaluru - 577102, Karnataka.
• Campus Facilities: The 65-acre campus includes academic blocks, computing laboratories, separate hostels for boys and girls, and sports arenas.

Official Sanctioned Student Intake (2025-26 Academic Cycle)

The following statistics represent the official sanctioned student intake for AIT’s Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) programs under VTU and AICTE approved cycles:

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) Admission Criteria

AIT processes B.E. admissions under Government of Karnataka and AICTE directives:

• Academic Qualification: Minimum pass in 2nd PUC / 10+2 standard or equivalent with Physics, Mathematics, and one optional subject (Chemistry, Bio-Technology, Biology, Electronics, or Computer Science).
• Grade Mandate: Minimum 45% aggregate in optional and compulsory subjects (General Merit) or 40% aggregate (Reserved Categories of Karnataka).
• Entrance Channels: Requires a valid KCET or COMEDK rank.

Undergraduate Programs (B.E.) Fee Structure (2025-26)

• KEA / CET Quota Fee (Annual): ₹1,38,610.00 (Tuition: ₹98,000, Skill Lab: ₹10,000, Other/University fees: ₹30,610).
• COMEDK Quota Fee (Annual): ₹2,55,610.00 (Tuition: ₹2,15,000, Skill Lab: ₹10,000, Other/University fees: ₹30,610).

Undergraduate Course Offerings (B.E.)

• Computing & AI branches: CS & Engineering, CSE (Data Science), Information Science, AI & Machine Learning, and Robotics & AI Engineering.
• Circuit & Core branches: Electronics & Communication, Electrical & Electronics, Civil Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering.

Postgraduate Course Offerings (M.Tech & MBA)

• M.Tech Programs: Structural Engineering (Intake: 24), Computer Science and Engineering (Intake: 9), and Digital Electronics and Communication Systems (Intake: 9).
• MBA Program: An MBA curriculum (Intake: 60) offering Finance, Marketing, and Human Resource Management specializations.
• Eligibility Check: PGCET / GATE required for M.Tech; PGCET / KMAT / CAT / MAT / CMAT with minimum 50% aggregate (45% for Karnataka SC/ST/OBC) required for MBA.

Campus Utilities & Security

• Library Resources: Over 50,000 volumes, 120+ technical journals, and digital database connections (IEEE, Elsevier, Springer).
• Hostels: Separate residential boys and girls hostels accommodating 1000+ students.
• PCS Facilities: Rafts, ramps, and elevators in over 80% of buildings, plus accessible sanitation and wheelchairs.
• Executive Leadership: Administered by a dedicated Principal and governed under the leadership of the Trust President.

[!NOTE] Data Integrity: The following metrics are sourced directly from the Official NIRF Institutional Disclosures submitted to the Ministry of Education.

Actual Student Demographics (UG Programs)

• Total Actual Student Strength: 2,204 students active in 4-Year UG engineering programs (1,061 Male, 1,143 Female representing a balanced gender distribution).
• Geographical Diversity: 2,199 students from within Karnataka, 5 students from outside state boundaries.
• Economic & Social Diversity: Mapped 850 economically backward students and 766 socially challenged (SC+ST+OBC) students receiving tuition fee waivers or state aid.

UG 4-Year Placement & Higher Studies Metrics

The following verified NIRF data shows career progression records for graduating students:

PG 2-Year Placement & Higher Studies Metrics (M.Tech)

PG 2-Year Placement & Higher Studies Metrics (MBA)

Sponsored Research & Consultancy

• Industrial Consultancy Projects:
  • 2024-25: Reported 376 consultancy/service engagements across 136 organizations, generating ₹19,81,386 in operational revenues.
  • 2023-24: Reported 759 consultancy/service engagements across 240 organizations, generating ₹55,43,080 in revenues.
  • 2022-23: Reported 275 consultancy/service engagements across 106 organizations, generating ₹36,68,754 in revenues.
• Sponsored Research Funding:
  • 2024-25: Secured 8 sponsored projects generating ₹35,000 in research funding.
  • 2023-24: Secured 9 sponsored projects generating ₹44,000 in funding.
• VTU-Recognized Doctoral Defense Defended (Ph.D.):
  • 2024-25: 4 part-time Ph.D. scholars completed doctoral defenses.
  • 2023-24: 3 part-time Ph.D. scholars completed graduation.
  • 2022-23: 11 part-time Ph.D. scholars completed graduation.

Sustainable Living Practices

• Single-Use Plastic Ban: Strict absolute ban on single-use plastics across campus with active transition to biodegradable and compostable alternatives.
• Carbon Footprint Mitigation: Green initiatives including energy-efficient building architectures, green procurement policies, and solar panel installations.
• Rainwater Harvesting Arrays: Disclosures list rooftop rainwater harvesting, recharge wells, percolation pits, and storage systems.
• Renewable Energy Initiatives: Active solar panel grid connections integrated on-campus.

StepVista Data Interpretation

Observations on Placement Cohorts and Median Salary Trends

1. Placement Base Trajectory: Graduating cohorts reflect stable median salary packages of ₹4.75 LPA for Engineering and ₹3.50 LPA for Management, indicating that placement outcomes appear consistent with service-sector and mid-tier IT recruitment patterns reflected in median salary data.
2. Career Placement Performance: In 2024-25, 315 engineering students were placed out of 496 graduates (representing a 63.5% placement rate). This placement rate is calculated from NIRF-reported graduating and placed student counts for 2024-25.
3. Academic ROI Realism: Students entering through higher-fee categories (such as COMEDK at ₹2.55 Lakhs per year) should evaluate expected ROI relative to the institution’s verified median placement outcome of ₹4.75 LPA.

Research and R&D Output Evaluation

1. Sustained Service Engagements: AIT demonstrates high local engagement with reported consultancy/service activities (such as 759 engagements across 240 organizations in 2023-24), indicating strong testing and support links with regional industries.
2. Government Funding Pipelines: While sponsored research projects reflect early-stage levels (under ₹50,000 annually), the high graduation rate of part-time Ph.D. scholars (18 defense completions over 3 cycles) indicates active doctoral mentorship networks.

Data Sources

• AIT CKM Official Website
• Adichunchanagiri Institute of Technology NIRF Engineering Submission for 2026 Ranking Cycle
• Adichunchanagiri Institute of Technology NIRF Management Submission for 2026 Ranking Cycle
• Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) KCET 2026 Fee Circular
• All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) Approved Intake Records
• National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) Registry

Official Campus and Contact Information

• Official Campus Location: Adichunchanagiri Extension, Chikkamagaluru - 577102, Karnataka.
• Official Website: www.aitckm.edu.in