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NIT Surathkal - National Institute of Technology B.Tech in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) Cutoff

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• Updated on 10 Apr, 2026 by Abhishek Rawat

NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) Cutoff (2024, 2023, 2022) – JEE Main Opening & Closing Ranks

Particulars Details
Course Name B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry)
College Name NIT Surathkal
Admission Through National Testing Agency (NTA) Counselling (via JEE Main)
Latest Closing Rank (2024) 48048 (General Category)
Previous Year Closing Rank (2023) 57925 (General Category)
Cutoff Trend Higher Competition (17.05%)
Total Seats NA
Counselling Rounds 8 Rounds
Official Cutoff Release Body National Testing Agency (NTA)

The NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) cutoff 2024 for the General category closed at 48048 rank, showing a significant increase in competition compared to 2023, where the closing rank was 57925. The cutoff has consistently tightened over the past few years, indicating rising demand for B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) at NIT Surathkal.

Admission to the B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) program is conducted through National Testing Agency (NTA) Counselling (via JEE Main) based on JEE Main ranks, with a total of 8 rounds of seat allocation.

Summary

  • The closing rank for NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) in 2024 was 48048 for General category.
  • Compared to 2023 (57925 rank), the cutoff trend is increase in competition.

NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) Cutoff (Round-wise Latest Year Trends)

The following tables show round-wise closing cutoff ranks category-wise for NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry). Data is shown for the latest available years: 2024, 2023, 2022

NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) Cutoff (EWS Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 6862 6236 -
Round 2 7717 7241 12192
Round 3 7717 7241 -
Round 4 7717 7241 -
Round 5 7776 7241 16111
Round 6 - 8750 17386
Round 7 - 65736 -
Round 8 - 67947 -

NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) Cutoff (General Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 38846 36790 37784
Round 2 45414 39269 38368
Round 3 45414 39269 38368
Round 4 45414 39269 38368
Round 5 48048 39269 38368
Round 6 - 41230 42823
Round 7 - 53427 -
Round 8 - 57925 -

NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) Cutoff (GeneralPwD Category)

Round 2023
Round 8 139649

NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) Cutoff (OBC Category)

Round 2024
Round 2 16366

NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) Cutoff (OBCNCL Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 13007 18804 14736
Round 2 15377 14222 15310
Round 3 10458 14406 15310
Round 4 15377 14406 15310
Round 5 15377 14406 15310
Round 6 - 16336 15310
Round 7 - 60720 -
Round 8 - 165856 -

NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) Cutoff (SC Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 5729 7113 5229
Round 2 6118 7113 5229
Round 3 6118 5921 5229
Round 4 6118 7113 5229
Round 5 6118 7113 5229
Round 6 - 7167 5229
Round 7 - 197798 -
Round 8 - 139649 -

NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) Cutoff (ST Category)

Round 2024 2023 2022
Round 1 3223 2473 2661
Round 2 3223 2473 2661
Round 3 3223 2473 2661
Round 4 3223 2473 2661
Round 5 3223 2473 2661
Round 6 - 2473 2661
Round 7 - 157666 -

The NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) cutoff 2024 for the General category ranged from an opening rank of 38846 in Round 1 to a closing rank of 48048 in the final round (Round 5). The cutoff increased gradually across counselling rounds, reflecting seat allocation trends during National Testing Agency (NTA) counselling. Candidates securing ranks within this range were eligible for admission to the B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) program at NIT Surathkal.

  • The final closing rank for NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) in 2024 was 48048 (Round 5).
  • The opening rank remained 38846 across all rounds, indicating top preference demand.
  • Cutoff ranks expanded gradually from Round 1 to Round 5 during National Testing Agency (NTA) counselling.

NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) Cutoff Trends (2022-2024)

Year Closing Rank Change vs Previous Year Trend
2024 48048 ▲ 9877 rank ▲ Higher Competition
2023 57925 ▼ 15102 rank ▼ Lower Competition
2022 42823 - Base Year

The NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) cutoff has shown a decrease in competition over the past 3 years. The closing rank dropped from 42823 in 2022 to 57925 in 2023, and further to 48048 in 2024. This indicates a decreasing demand for the B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) program at NIT Surathkal, with fewer high-ranking candidates opting for this course during National Testing Agency (NTA).

  • The closing rank changed by 5225 ranks from 2022 to 2024 (~12.20%).
  • The biggest year-on-year jump was between 2022 and 2023 with a change of 15102 ranks.
  • NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) remains highly competitive during counselling rounds.

Cutoff Trend Graph (Closing Rank vs Year)

2022 2023 2024 42823 57925 48048

The closing rank trend indicates decreasing demand for NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry). As closing ranks move lower (better rank), it reflects higher demand for the program during counselling.

NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) Category-wise Cutoff Analysis 2024

Category Closing Rank (2024) Difference vs General Competition Level
General 48048 - Very High
EWS 7776 40272 ranks High
OBC 16366 31682 ranks High
OBCNCL 15377 32671 ranks High
SC 6118 41930 ranks High
ST 3223 44825 ranks High

The NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) cutoff 2024 varies significantly across categories due to reservation policies. The closing rank for the General category was 48048, while OBC candidates had a closing rank of 16366, showing a difference of 31682 ranks, For SC and ST categories, the closing ranks were 6118 and 3223 respectively, indicating comparatively lower competition. This variation is primarily driven by category-wise seat allocation and demand differences during counselling.

  • The smallest cutoff gap vs General is for OBC at 31682 ranks.
  • The largest cutoff gap vs General is for ST at 44825 ranks.
  • General category typically remains the most competitive for NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) admission.

Impact of Reservation on NIT Surathkal Cutoff

The variation in cutoff ranks across categories is influenced by the reservation policy implemented by the Government of India. A fixed percentage of seats is allocated to OBC-NCL, SC, ST, and EWS categories, resulting in relatively higher closing ranks for reserved categories compared to the General category. This ensures equitable access to premier institutions like NIT Surathkal while maintaining merit-based selection through JEE Advanced.

Factors affecting NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) cutoff

Factor Impact Insight
Year-wise Trend Lower rank = higher competition Closing rank moved from 57925 in 2023 to 48048 in 2024
Round-wise Movement Ranks usually expand across rounds General category final closing rank in 2024 is 48048
Category Variation Different cutoffs per category Reserved categories generally have higher closing ranks than General
Course Demand Indicator Consistently lower closing rank suggests stronger demand Recent trend data indicates continued demand concentration

Year-wise Trend Impact

A consistent improvement in closing rank over the years suggests increasing competition for NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry), as more high-ranking candidates prefer this course.

Round-wise Cutoff Movement

Cutoff ranks typically expand from the first round to the final round during National Testing Agency (NTA) counselling, as seats are reallocated based on candidate preferences and withdrawals.

Category-wise Variation

Cutoff ranks differ across categories, with General category usually having the lowest closing rank, indicating higher competition compared to reserved categories.

Seat Matrix for NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry)

The seat matrix for NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) is determined during counselling and varies across categories based on reservation policies. Category-wise allocation significantly influences cutoff ranks, with limited seats increasing competition.

NIT Surathkal vs Peer Colleges B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) Cutoff

College 2024 Closing Rank (General) 2023 2022
NIT Surathkal 48048 57925 42823
REC 446591 1111875 -

The B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) cutoff comparison among peer colleges highlights the relative competitiveness of each institute. NIT Surathkal has the lowest closing rank at 48048, making it the most competitive choice , followed by REC . REC has relatively higher closing ranks at 446591, indicating comparatively lower competition among the listed colleges.

Cutoff Comparison Insights

  • NIT Surathkal has the most competitive cutoff
  • Competition comparison across colleges is limited
  • Higher closing ranks indicate relatively lower competition
  • All listed colleges remain competitive within their respective rank ranges

Lowest cutoff: NIT Surathkal (Rank ~48048)
Highest cutoff: REC (Rank ~446591)
REC falls among the top competitive options

Which College is Best for B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) Based on Cutoff?

Based on cutoff trends, NIT Surathkal is the most preferred institute for B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) , followed by REC . Lower closing ranks indicate higher demand and stronger competition among top-ranking candidates.

Other Courses at NIT Surathkal Cutoff

Course Latest Cutoff Link
Master of Business Administration (MBA) 70 -
Master of Computer Application (MCA Lateral Entry) 114 View Details
M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering (Marine Engineering) 378 -
M.Sc. in Chemistry 1155 View Details
B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) (Current) 48048 View Details

NIT Surathkal offers a range of B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry), with cutoff ranks varying based on demand and seat availability. Master of Business Administration (MBA) is the most competitive based on recent data, closing at 70 , followed by Master of Computer Application (MCA Lateral Entry) at 114. Other courses also attract varying levels of competition depending on candidate preferences and seat intake. Reviewing cutoff trends across courses can help in making better admission decisions.

Popular Courses at NIT Surathkal Based on Cutoff

  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) has the lowest cutoff → highest demand
  • Master of Computer Application (MCA Lateral Entry) follows as the second most competitive
  • M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering (Marine Engineering) shows moderate competition
  • Core and less preferred branches generally have relatively higher cutoff ranks, indicating lower competition.

Which Course Has the Lowest Cutoff at NIT Surathkal?

Among all courses, Master of Business Administration (MBA) consistently has the lowest cutoff at NIT Surathkal, making it the most competitive branch. Master of Computer Application (MCA Lateral Entry) follows as another highly competitive option , while M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering (Marine Engineering) shows moderate competition. Other courses typically have relatively higher cutoff ranks.

FAQs on NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) Cutoff

What is the NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) cutoff for General category?

The latest available closing rank for General category is 48048 (2024).

Can I get NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) with rank 200?

Based on recent cutoff trends, this is possible for the General category.

Does NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) cutoff change every year?

Yes. Recent data ranges from around 42823 to 57925, varying by year, round, and seat movement.

What is the closing rank for NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) in counselling?

The latest closing rank in the available data is 48048 for General category.

Is NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) better than other colleges based on cutoff?

Cutoff rank is one indicator of demand. In the latest year, the lowest peer cutoff is NIT Surathkal at rank 48048.

Which college has the lowest cutoff for B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry)?

Based on available peer data, NIT Surathkal has the lowest recent closing rank.

What factors affect NIT Surathkal B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry) cutoff?

Major factors include exam difficulty, number of applicants, seat matrix, category allocation, and counselling round movements.