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Kamla Nehru Institute of Technology

Sultanpur, Uttar Pradesh · State govt

Also known as KNIT Sultanpur, KNIT

About Kamla Nehru Institute of Technology

A UP government engineering institute in Sultanpur offering B.Tech, M.Tech, MCA and PhD, affiliated to AKTU.

Kamla Nehru Institute of Technology in Sultanpur started as a Faculty of Technology in 1976, was taken over by the Uttar Pradesh government in 1979 and later took its present name. It is affiliated to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow, and is approved by AICTE. It runs B.Tech in branches such as computer science, IT, electrical, electronics and mechanical engineering, along with M.Tech, MCA and PhD. Hostels for boys and girls are on campus.

Courses and fees

CourseModeDurationSeatsFee per yearTotal fee
Bachelor of Technology
Accepts: JEE Main
Full-time 4 yrs — — —
2026
Master of Computer Applications
Accepts: UPCET
Full-time 2 yrs 60 — ₹1,30,000
2026
Master of Technology
Accepts: GATE
Full-time 2 yrs 165 — ₹88,350
2026
Doctor of Philosophy Full-time — — — —

Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.

Admission

Admission through: Entrance test, Merit

B.Tech seats are filled on JEE Main scores through UPTAC counselling. M.Tech admission uses GATE scores and AKTU counselling, and MCA uses UPCET merit. PhD admission is merit-based with counselling.

Typical eligibility

  • Bachelor of Technology: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Mathematics; At least 45% marks in Class 12; one more subject from the AICTE list (e.g. Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology)
  • Master of Computer Applications: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; BCA, B.Sc (CS/IT) or equivalent
  • Master of Technology: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Technology; At least 50% marks in UG; B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline; GATE score preferred
  • Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG

The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.

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Facilities

  • Hostel (boys)
  • Hostel (girls)
  • Library
  • Sports
  • Cafeteria
  • Medical
  • Labs
  • Transport
  • Wi-Fi

Rankings and accreditation

Accreditation

  • NAAC A

Where these courses lead

Technology

Software Engineer

Minimum: UG

Software engineers design, write and test the programs and apps people use every day. In India most enter the field after a…

Engineering

Civil Engineer

Minimum: UG

Civil Engineers apply science and maths to planning, designing and building roads, bridges, buildings, water supply and other infrastructure. Most enter the…

Engineering

Mechanical Engineer

Minimum: UG

Mechanical Engineers apply science and maths to designing, making and maintaining machines, engines and manufacturing systems. Most enter the profession through a…

Engineering

Electrical Engineer

Minimum: UG

Electrical Engineers apply science and maths to generating, transmitting and using electric power and electrical equipment. Most enter the profession through a…

Technology

Data Scientist

Minimum: UG

Data scientists collect and study large amounts of data to find patterns and help organisations make decisions. They use statistics, programming and…

Business and Management

Business Analyst

Minimum: UG

Business analysts study how an organisation works and recommend better processes, products or systems, often using data. They act as a bridge…

Education

Professor

Minimum: PG

Professors teach college and university students and carry out research in their subject. The entry post in India is Assistant Professor, which…

Science & Research

Research Scientist

Minimum: PG

Research scientists plan and run experiments to discover new knowledge or solve practical problems. In India most enter research through a master's…

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Frequently asked questions

How do I get B.Tech admission at KNIT Sultanpur?

Through JEE Main and UPTAC counselling.

What does B.Tech cost at KNIT?

Careers360 lists about ₹2.33 lakh in total for most branches (₹2.93 lakh for IT)

Is KNIT a government college?

Yes, it was taken over by the Uttar Pradesh government in 1979.

Sources

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Information verified on 10 Oct 2026

  1. KNIT Sultanpur (blocked) · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
  2. Careers360 - KNIT Sultanpur · Editorial, accessed 10 Oct 2026
  3. Careers360 - KNIT Sultanpur fees · Editorial, accessed 10 Oct 2026