Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT) Coimbatore
Established in 1956 by the V. Rangasamy Naidu Educational Trust, Coimbatore Institute of Technology is an autonomous government-aided institution affiliated with Anna University. Nationally acclaimed for pioneering 5-Year Integrated M.Sc computing programs, NAAC 'A+' Grade accreditation, and ₹36.0 LPA placements, CIT is an engineering landmark of South India.
CIT Admission SnapshotAnna Univ Autonomous
- TNEA Counseling Code
- 2007
- Govt-Aided Annual Fee
- ₹25,000 – ₹35,000 / yr
- Self-Supporting TNEA Fee
- ₹55,000 / year
- 5-Yr Integrated M.Sc
- CIT Entrance (₹1.2L/yr)
- TNEA CSE Closing Cutoff
- 197.50 – 199.00 / 200
- Campus Location
- Civil Aerodrome Post, Avinashi Rd
About Coimbatore Institute of Technology
Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT) was founded in 1956 under the aegis of the V. Rangasamy Naidu Educational Trust (VRN Trust) by industrial pioneer Sri. P. R. Ramakrishnan. Nestled along Avinashi Road near Coimbatore International Airport, CIT is an autonomous government-aided institution affiliated with Anna University.
CIT holds a unique distinction among Indian technological colleges for its flagship 5-Year Integrated M.Sc programs in Software Systems, Data Science, AI & Machine Learning, and Decision Sciences—producing computing graduates with dual-year industrial internships at top tech enterprises.
CIT Fee Structure 2027 (Aided, Self-Support & Integrated M.Sc)
| Program Category | Admission Channel | Annual Tuition Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Government-Aided B.E. | TNEA Single Window (Code 2007) | ₹25,000 – ₹35,000 / yr |
| Self-Supporting B.E. (TNEA) | TNEA Single Window (Code 2007) | ₹55,000 / yr (Accredited) |
| 5-Year Integrated M.Sc | CIT Institutional Online Test + Interview | ₹1,15,000 – ₹1,35,000 / yr |
| Management Quota B.E. | VRN Trust Merit / 10+2 PCM Marks | ₹1,25,000 – ₹1,75,000 / yr |
TNEA Cutoff Benchmarks (Code: 2007)
Below are benchmark TNEA cutoff ranges (normalized out of 200) for general admission categories:
| B.E. Branch | Open Competition (OC) Cutoff | BC / BCM Cutoff Range |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering (Aided) | 198.00 – 199.00 | 196.50 – 198.00 |
| Information Technology (SS) | 196.50 – 197.50 | 195.00 – 196.50 |
| Electronics & Communication (ECE) | 195.50 – 197.00 | 193.50 – 195.50 |
| Electrical & Electronics (EEE) | 192.00 – 194.50 | 189.00 – 192.00 |
| Mechanical Engineering (Aided) | 189.00 – 192.00 | 185.00 – 189.00 |
CIT Placements: ₹36.0 LPA Peak CTC
₹36.0 LPA
Offered by leading product and fintech companies like DE Shaw and Amazon.
₹7.00 LPA
Over 1,000 offers with deep hiring from core engineering corporations.
Marquee recruiters include Amazon, Cisco, DE Shaw, Zoho, Robert Bosch, Caterpillar, Larsen & Toubro, TCS, Infosys, and Cognizant. Integrated M.Sc graduates enjoy near-100% placement with significant numbers receiving pre-placement offers (PPOs) during their full-semester industry internships.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I apply for the 5-Year Integrated M.Sc programs at CIT?
Admissions to the 5-Year Integrated M.Sc courses are conducted directly by CIT Coimbatore through an institutional entrance exam and personal interview, separate from the TNEA engineering counseling.
What is the TNEA code for CIT Coimbatore?
The institutional code for Coimbatore Institute of Technology is 2007.
Is CIT autonomous?
Yes, CIT has been an autonomous institution affiliated with Anna University since 1987, accredited by NAAC with 'A+' Grade.
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