M.Tech Computer Integrated Manufacturing at NSS College of Engineering (NSSCE), Palakkad is a 2-year, 4-semester postgraduate programme affiliated with APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU), Kerala, and approved by AICTE. The programme focuses on CAD/CAM, CNC machining, flexible manufacturing systems, robotics and automation, production planning, and industrial IoT. NSSCE, established in 1960, is a government-aided minority institution with NAAC A+ accreditation. Admission is through GATE 2026 score and the KTU Postgraduate Centralised Allotment Process (PGCAP). Graduates pursue careers as manufacturing engineer, CAD/CAM engineer, automation engineer, CNC programmer, production manager, and industrial robotics specialist.
📋 Admission Status: GATE 2026 results declared March 19, 2026. KTU PGCAP (Postgraduate Centralised Allotment Process) for M.Tech 2026-27 admissions expected June-July 2026. Check cee.kerala.gov.in and nssce.ac.in for updates.
Key Points
- Programme: M.Tech Computer Integrated Manufacturing, 2 Years (4 Semesters), Full Time, KTU
- Total Fees: INR 44,930 for 2 Years (government-aided regulated fee structure)
- Admission: GATE 2026 score + KTU PGCAP via CEE Kerala (cee.kerala.gov.in)
- Accreditation: NAAC A+ grade; AICTE approved; KTU affiliated
- GATE-qualified students eligible for AICTE stipend of INR 12,400 per month
NSS College of Engineering, Palakkad M.Tech CIM Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Year 1 (Semester 1 and 2) | INR 22,465 |
| Year 2 (Semester 3 and 4) | INR 22,465 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | INR 44,930 |
- Fee under government-regulated structure for aided colleges in Kerala.
- GATE-qualified students may receive AICTE stipend of INR 12,400/month.
- Confirm 2026-27 fee at nssce.ac.in.
NSS College of Engineering, Palakkad M.Tech CIM Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| GATE 2026 Registration | August 28 - October 13, 2025; gate2026.iitg.ac.in |
| GATE 2026 Admit Card | January 13, 2026; download from gate2026.iitg.ac.in |
| GATE 2026 Exam | Feb 7, Feb 08, Feb 14 and Feb 15, 2026; computer-based test |
| GATE 2026 Results | Mar 19, 2026; check gate2026.iitg.ac.in |
| KTU PGCAP Option Entry | June 2026 (expected); check cee.kerala.gov.in |
| Commencement of Classes | August 2026 (expected); confirm at nssce.ac.in |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| GATE 2026 | August 28 - October 13, 2025 (registration closed) | ME (Mechanical Engineering) or PI (Production and Industrial Engineering); computer-based test | Mar 19, 2026 |
- Relevant B.Tech/B.E. required; see eligibility section for branch details.
- Valid GATE 2026 score required for KTU PGCAP admission.
- Admission via CEE Kerala PGCAP; check cee.kerala.gov.in.
- Carry B.Tech marksheets, GATE scorecard, and community certificate.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- B.Tech/B.E. degree (or equivalent) in B.Tech/B.E. in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Industrial Engineering with a minimum of 55 percent aggregate (50 percent for reserved categories).
- Valid GATE 2026 score in ME (Mechanical Engineering) or PI (Production and Industrial Engineering) is mandatory. Admission is rank-order based through the KTU PGCAP conducted by CEE Kerala.
- Final-year B.Tech/B.E. students who will complete their degree before joining may apply provisionally.
Admission Process
- Appear for GATE 2026 (registration closed October 13, 2025; results Mar 19, 2026). Ensure the paper matches the required discipline: ME (Mechanical Engineering) or PI (Production and Industrial Engineering).
- Register for KTU PGCAP at cee.kerala.gov.in during the option-entry window (June 2026, expected). Upload GATE scorecard, B.Tech marksheets, and community certificate.
- Fill college and programme preferences during the CEE Kerala PGCAP online option entry; select NSS College of Engineering, Palakkad and the relevant M.Tech specialisation.
- After seat allotment through PGCAP rounds, report to NSSCE with original documents and pay the semester fee to confirm admission.
- GATE-qualified candidates admitted to full-time M.Tech may apply for the AICTE stipend of INR 12,400 per month through NSSCE’s administration.
✓ Opt for this if
- B.Tech Mechanical/Production graduates targeting manufacturing specialisation
- Students interested in CAD/CAM, robotics, or industrial automation
- Those seeking affordable government-aided M.Tech in Kerala
- Candidates targeting Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing careers
✗ Skip if
- Students targeting software or IT career post-M.Tech
- Candidates without B.Tech Mechanical or allied engineering background
- Those seeking high-ranked brand-name postgraduate programme
NSS College of Engineering, Palakkad M.Tech CIM Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| GATE Scholarship (AICTE) | GATE-qualified full-time M.Tech students; INR 12,400/month; applicable at AICTE-approved government/aided colleges |
| E-Grantz (Kerala Govt.) | SC/ST/OBC/SEBC students with Kerala domicile; apply at egrantz.kerala.gov.in after joining |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) | Central and state schemes; apply at scholarships.gov.in after joining |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship | Specially-abled students; INR 50,000/year; apply via aicte-pragati-saksham-gov.in |
- GATE-qualified students may receive INR 12,400/month AICTE stipend.
- E-Grantz covers tuition fees for SC/ST/OBC/SEBC Kerala students.
- NSP covers central and state schemes; apply at scholarships.gov.in.
- Confirm eligibility and deadlines at nssce.ac.in before applying.
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