NIT Surathkal - National Institute of Technology leads on NIRF ranking (#11), placements (₹ 23.2 L package) and return on fees (2.04×). None of the compared parameters favour IIT Palakkad - Indian Institute of Technology, though it may still suit your cutoff range or location preference. Check the cutoffs and your eligibility before deciding.
Based on placements, fees, NIRF ranking, return on fees and student ratings for the selected courses.
NIT Surathkal - National Institute of Technology reports a higher average package (₹ 23.2 L vs ₹ 17.4 L for IIT Palakkad - Indian Institute of Technology).
NIT Surathkal - National Institute of Technology and IIT Palakkad - Indian Institute of Technology cost about the same in total (around ₹ 11.4 L).
NIT Surathkal - National Institute of Technology is ranked higher by NIRF (#11 vs #64 for IIT Palakkad - Indian Institute of Technology).
The average package at NIT Surathkal - National Institute of Technology equals about 2.04× its total fees, compared with 1.53× at IIT Palakkad - Indian Institute of Technology.
Comes out ahead on the most parameters in this comparison.
A good pick if its strengths match your priorities.