Coimbatore Institute of Technology B.Tech: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

CIT Coimbatore (Coimbatore Institute of Technology) offers B.Tech across three specialisations — Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Chemical Engineering, and Information Technology — as a four-year full-time undergraduate programme under Anna University. A NAAC A accredited government-aided autonomous institution established in 1956, CIT ranks 198 in Collegedunia’s 2025 Engineering Colleges list. Total fees range from INR 1,31,969 (Chemical Engineering) to INR 3,57,625 (Information Technology) over four years. Admission is through TNEA 2026.

Key Points

• Government-aided Chemical Engineering branch makes CIT one of Tamil Nadu’s most affordable B.Tech options for fee-sensitive students.
• NBA accreditation across multiple B.Tech disciplines at CIT ensures national-level curriculum quality benchmarks.
• B.Tech graduates can pursue ME at CIT on the same campus, offering a seamless on-campus postgraduate pathway.
• Autonomous institution status under Anna University allows CIT to update curricula aligned with emerging industry needs.

CIT B.Tech Fees 2026

B.Tech fees at CIT Coimbatore vary by specialisation based on government-aided or self-financed branch status. Chemical Engineering is government-aided with significantly lower fees. AI and Data Science and Information Technology are self-financed. Hostel and transport are charged separately.

• Chemical Engineering fees are government-regulated. AI and IT branch fees follow Anna University self-financed norms.
• Hostel and transport charges are extra and not included in the above totals.
• Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before taking admission.

CIT B.Tech Admission 2026

B.Tech admission at CIT Coimbatore is through TNEA 2026 merit-based counselling. No separate entrance examination is conducted. Seats are allotted based on Class 12 marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Management quota seats are available through direct application to CIT.

Important Dates

• TNEA 2026 registration closed on 2 June 2026 at tneaonline.org.
• Merit list expected on 29 June 2026 and counselling will begin thereafter.
• Management quota candidates may apply directly to CIT Coimbatore.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed Class 12 (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with minimum 45 percent aggregate from a recognised board.
• State quota through TNEA 2026 merit counselling. Management quota through direct application to CIT Coimbatore.
• Eligibility norms as set by Anna University for the chosen B.Tech specialisation must be fulfilled.

Admission Process

• TNEA 2026 registration was open at tneaonline.org from 3 May to 2 June 2026 and is now closed.
• Candidates will participate in TNEA counselling based on their merit rank from July 2026 onwards.
• Select CIT Coimbatore and the preferred B.Tech specialisation during online counselling rounds.
• Report for document verification and fee payment upon seat allotment confirmation.

CIT B.Tech Scholarships 2026

CIT Coimbatore students can access Tamil Nadu government scholarships, central government schemes, and nationalised bank education loans. Scholarships are primarily category-based and need-linked. Anna University merit scholarships are available for top academic performers.

• Tamil Nadu government scholarships for SC, ST, OBC, and MBC candidates are available upon application.
• Confirm scholarship deadlines and eligibility with CIT Coimbatore admissions office.