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Knowledge Institute of Technology - [KIOT]

KIOT-Campus, NH47, Kakapalayam, India • 6375044.3(83)
VerifiedPrivateEstd. 2009Anna University Chennai, ChennaiAICTE
Founded
2009
Type
Private
Affiliation
Anna University Chennai, Chennai
Highest Package
₹12.5 LPA
Average Package
₹4.0 LPA

About Knowledge Institute of Technology - [KIOT]

Knowledge Institute of Technology (KIOT), Salem is awarded ‘Best Upcoming Engineering College’ in Tamil Nadu in Sustainable Institute Industry Partnership Award by Society for Educational and Entrepreneurship Development (SEED) and ‘Best Performing Institution for Innovation of Engineering & Technology IET’ by Recruitment Analysis Council. The institute has a record of providing more than 90% placement every year and international placement with a salary package worth INR 18.5 lakhs per annum.

KIOT Salem offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programs in the discipline of Engineering and Technology. Admissions are done on the basis of merit and cutoff criteria. The other institute under KIOT is as follows:

Knowledge Institute of Technology Important Dates

Events Dates
TNEA Registration Window May 05, 2024 - June 04, 2024 (Tentative)

Knowledge Institute of Technology Highlights

Established | Institute Type 2009 | Private
Accredited by NAAC & NBA
Affiliated to Anna University, Chennai
Entrance Exam State: TNEA/ TANCA
Courses Offered UG, PG & Ph.D
Application Mode Online
Seats Available 618
Top Recruiters Cognizant, Infosys, TATA Consultancy Services, Tech Mahindra, Hexaware, Wipro, HCL, Aspire
Campus Area 16 acres
Facilities Available Library, Hostel, Sports, Medical Centre, Labs, etc
Official Website https://www.kiot.ac.in/
Admission Helpdesk +91 98947 01234
Location KIOT-Campus, NH47, Kakapalayam,
Salem, Tamilnadu - 637504 India

Quick Facts

  • World-Class Education at Affordable Cost 
  • Degree on Time 
  • 100 % Career Success 
  • Ethics and Values-based Education 
  • Overall Personality Development 
  • Culture of Innovation and Creativity
  • Institution promoted by 22 Eminent Engineering College Professors, first of its kind the world. 
  • Leadership of an IITian with Global Exposure in Engineering Education

Knowledge Institute of Technology Awards and Ranking

  • Awarded ‘Center of Excellence Award’ for Implementing Cambridge English Exams through Cambridge English Language Assessment.
  • Best Rotaract Club Award at National Level.
  • Awarded ‘Best Practice in Higher Education’ in Tamil Nadu by ICT academy at India Convergence Summit, Chennai.
  • Ranked 6th in Top Engineering Colleges of Excellence by Competition Success.
  • Ranked among the Top 3 Colleges across India in AICTE-CII Survey of Industry Linked Technical Institutes in the category of Emerging Engineering College.
  • Ranked amongst the Top - 50 Performing College across India in IBM The Great Mind Challenge.
  • Top 3 at National Level in Industry Institute Interaction by AICTE CII Survey.
  • Best Principal Award, Best HOD Award, Best Administrator Award, Best Researcher Award & Women Faculty Awards at National Level from ISTE, CSI etc. 
  • Best Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC) Award 
  • 40+ Students’ Awards Every Year 
  • Man of the Match Award for Best Placements from Virtusa 
  • Best IEEE Chapter Award from 2014 to 2020

Knowledge Institute of Technology Course

KIOT Salem offers UG, PG & Ph.D. in the discipline of Engineering and Technology. Tabulated below are the details for same:

Course Specialization Eligibility
B.E Mechanical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Civil Engineering
  • 10+2 in PCM with a minimum of 50% equivalent marks
  • Obtained a valid score in TNEA
B.Tech  Information Technology, Computer Science & Business Systems
M.E Industrial Safety Engineering, VLSI Design, Computer Science & Engineering, Embedded System Technologies
  • B.E/ B.Tech with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks
  • Obtained a valid score in TANCA
Ph.D Mechanical Engineering
  • Post Graduation with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks
  • Obtained a valid score in Entrance Test
Electronics & Communication Engineering

Check: KIOT Salem Courses and Fees

Knowledge Institute of Technology Admission

Admission is done on the basis of merit and marks obtained in entrance exams. 

How to apply?

  • Applicants need to apply online for the admission.
  • Students can obtain the application form from the official website of the institute.
  • Take a print out of the duly filled application form and submit the same along with the application fee to the Director of Admissions, Anna University or to the Principal of the College.
  • Keep a copy of the form for future reference.

Selection Criteria

Course Entrance Test Read more
B.E/ B.Tech TNEA Click here
M.E TANCA Click here
Ph.D Entrance Test + Interview -

Check: KIOT Salem Admission

Knowledge Institute of Technology Placement

KIOT Salem has a placement cell which is professionally managed and contributes to organizing campus interviews, where the student gets the choice of opting for the job or organization of their own choice. The institute provides proper training, guidance and counseling on how to prepare for a resume, develop divergent thinking, crack interview, communication skills, group discussions and all other skills. Students are trained for interviews by taking mock interviews for practice. The institute has a record of providing more than 90% on-campus recruitment every year.

During the placement of 2022 batch, a total of 406 students opted for the placement drive and 355 students were placed. The highest CTC of INR 7 LPA was offered to students and the average package stood at INR 3.54 LPA. Students received placement offers from Zoho, Lumen, Virtusa, HCL. Cognizant, etc.

Placement Record of 2022 Batch

Particulars Placements Statistics (2021-22)
No. of students opted for the placement drive 406
No. of students placed 355
Highest CTC INR 7 LPA
Average CTC INR 3.54 LPA
Top Recruiters Zoho, Lumen, Virtusa, HCL. Cognizant, etc.

Check: KIOT Salem Placement

Knowledge Institute of Technology Facilities

KIOT has a state of the art infrastructure along with the following facilities:

  • Media Center
  • ICT Enabled Classroom
  • Smart Classroom
  • Internet & Computing Facilities
  • Learning Management System
  • Library
  • Sports & Games
  • Hostel Accommodation

Knowledge Institute of Technology Faculty

KIOT Salem has a large and diverse faculty of highly qualified and experienced faculty members. The faculty is known for its leadership in education. They are the most distinguished scholars, who constantly do research in their respective fields. The faculty includes the Principal, HOD, Assistant Professors.

The institute has a team of highly qualified faculty members, the majority of them have a long teaching experience and are associated with the institution for many years.

Check: KIOT Salem Faculty

Knowledge Institute of Technology FAQs

Ques. Does the institute provide scholarships?

Ans. Yes, the institute provides scholarships on the basis of various forms. To know more, click here

Ques. What is the intake capacity for admission?

Ans. The following is the intake capacity for admission:

Course Specialization Intake
B.E. Mechanical Engineering 120
Electronics and Communication Engineering 120
Electrical and Electronics Engineering 120
Computer Science and Engineering 120
Civil Engineering 60
M.E. Industrial Safety Engineering 24
VLSI Design 18
Computer Science and Engineering 18
Embedded Systems Technologies 18

Ques. I have done my B.Tech from Distance Education. Am I eligible to apply for the M.E entrance test?

Ans. Candidates with B.E/ B.Tech degrees obtained through Distance Mode/ Weekend Courses are not eligible for TANCA Counseling.

Ques. What is the weightage criteria for reservation?

Ans. The weightage criteria for reservation are tabulated below:

Category Reservation of Seats
Open Competition (OC) 31%
Backward Class (BC) 26.5%
Backward Class – Muslim (BCM) 3.5%
Most Backward Class & Denotified Communities (MBC & DNC) 20%
Scheduled Caste (SC) 15%
Scheduled Caste - Arunthathiyars (SCA) 3%
Scheduled Tribe (ST) 1%

Ques. How is the placement of KIOT Salem?

Ans. During the placement of 2022 batch, a total of 406 students opted for the placement drive and 355 students were placed. The highest CTC of INR 7 LPA was offered to students and the average package stood at INR 3.54 LPA. Students received placement offers from Zoho, Lumen, Virtusa, HCL. Cognizant, etc.

Courses & Fees

Explore Courses

Compare fees, eligibility, duration, exams, and specializations in a compact view.

Courses
5
Lowest Fee
₹41,000
Highest Fee
₹2,20,000
Streams
2
EngineeringManagement
Admission
Online Registration Timeline (TNEA) [BE/B.Tech]
Start: 06 May 2024
Last Date: 11 Jun 2024
Cutoff
Value: 26451
Exam: TNEA
Year: 2024
Ranking
Rank: N/A
Agency: N/A
Category: N/A
Accepted Exams
TNEA2025
Specializations
5 available
Electrical And Electronics Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering [BE] (Electrical and Electronics Engineering)
1st Year Fee
₹2,20,000
Total Fee
₹2,20,000
Cutoff
N/A
Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering [BE] (Mechanical Engineering)
1st Year Fee
₹2,20,000
Total Fee
₹2,20,000
Cutoff
N/A
Computer Science And Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering [BE] (Computer Science and Engineering)
1st Year Fee
₹2,20,000
Total Fee
₹2,20,000
Cutoff
26451(TNEA)
Electronics & Communication Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering [BE] (Electronics & Communication Engineering)
1st Year Fee
₹2,20,000
Total Fee
₹2,20,000
Cutoff
26469(TNEA)
Civil Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering [BE] (Civil Engineering)
1st Year Fee
₹2,20,000
Total Fee
₹2,20,000
Cutoff
N/A
Admission
Online Registration Timeline (TNEA) [BE/B.Tech]
Start: 06 May 2024
Last Date: 11 Jun 2024
Cutoff
Value: 20053
Exam: TNEA
Year: 2024
Ranking
Rank: N/A
Agency: N/A
Category: N/A
Accepted Exams
TNEA2025
Specializations
3 available
Computer Science and Business Systems
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Computer Science and Business Systems)
1st Year Fee
₹2,20,000
Total Fee
₹2,20,000
Cutoff
21568(TNEA)
Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Artificial Intelligence & Data Science)
1st Year Fee
₹2,20,000
Total Fee
₹2,20,000
Cutoff
20053(TNEA)
Information Technology
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Information Technology)
1st Year Fee
₹2,20,000
Total Fee
₹2,20,000
Cutoff
23153(TNEA)
Admission
TANCET 2025 Registration Timeline [MBA]
Start: 24 Jan 2025
Last Date: 21 Feb 2025
Cutoff
Value: 5294
Exam: TANCET
Year: 2024
Ranking
Rank: N/A
Agency: N/A
Category: N/A
Accepted Exams
TANCET2025
22 Mar 25
Specializations
1 available
General
Master of Business Administration [MBA]
1st Year Fee
₹41,000
Total Fee
₹41,000
Cutoff
5294(TANCET)
Admission
Application Timeline (CEAP - GATE) [ME/M.Tech]
Start: 15 Apr 2024
Last Date: 14 May 2024
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: N/A
Agency: N/A
Category: N/A
Specializations
4 available
Industrial Safety Engineering
Master of Engineering [ME] (Industrial Safety Engineering)
1st Year Fee
₹60,000
Total Fee
₹60,000
Cutoff
N/A
Computer Science And Engineering
Master of Engineering [ME] (Computer Science and Engineering)
1st Year Fee
₹60,000
Total Fee
₹60,000
Cutoff
N/A
Embedded System Technologies
Master of Engineering [ME] (Embedded System Technologies)
1st Year Fee
₹60,000
Total Fee
₹60,000
Cutoff
N/A
Vlsi Design
Master of Engineering [ME] (VLSI Design)
1st Year Fee
₹60,000
Total Fee
₹60,000
Cutoff
N/A
Admission
N/A
Start: N/A
Last Date: N/A
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: N/A
Agency: N/A
Category: N/A
Specializations
2 available
Electronics and Communications Engineering
Ph.D (Electronics and Communications Engineering)
1st Year Fee
N/A
Total Fee
N/A
Cutoff
N/A
Mechanical Engineering
Ph.D (Mechanical Engineering)
1st Year Fee
N/A
Total Fee
N/A
Cutoff
N/A

Admission Process

Admission to Knowledge Institute of Technology - [KIOT] is based on various entrance exams and merit. The college offers multiple courses with different admission criteria.

Accepted Entrance Exams

TNEATANCET
Placements & Recruiters

Knowledge Institute of Technology - [KIOT] Placement Details

Knowledge Institute of Technology - [KIOT] in Salem, Tamil Nadu, India placement details include salary insights, top recruiters, and hiring trends to help students understand career outcomes and campus opportunities.

Students usually compare highest package, average package, and recruiter profile before applying. This section gives a compact overview of career outcomes and placement visibility in Salem, Tamil Nadu, India.

Recruiters
16
Salary Metrics
2/2
Placement Metric

Highest Package

₹12,50,000

Represents the top salary package reported in the available placement information.

Placement Metric

Average Package

₹4,00,000

Shows the typical package range students may expect based on the available average salary data.

Top Recruiters

Leading companies associated with the college’s placement ecosystem.

Showing 16 recruiters
  • Cognizant
  • Infosys
  • Wipro
  • TCS
  • Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL)
  • Quest Global
  • HCL Technologies
  • Capgemini
  • Emerson Design Engineering Centre
  • Tech Mahindra
  • Hexaware Technologies
  • Virtusa
  • Aspire Systems
  • Sutherland
  • Jaro Education
  • Decathlon
Campus Facilities

Knowledge Institute of Technology - [KIOT] Facilities

Knowledge Institute of Technology - [KIOT] in Salem, Tamil Nadu, India offers campus facilities such as library, hostel, laboratories, sports, transport, cafeteria, medical support, Wi-Fi, and more for a better student experience.

Students often look for practical campus amenities before applying. This section gives a quick overview of the key facilities available for academics, student life, daily comfort, and overall campus experience in Salem, Tamil Nadu, India.

Total Facilities
11
Academic Support
4
Student Life
7
  • Comp Labs
    Academic

    Comp Labs

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Sports
    Campus Life

    Sports

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Gym
    Campus Life

    Gym

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Medical
    Student Life

    Medical

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Cafeteria
    Student Life

    Cafeteria

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Laboratory
    Academic

    Laboratory

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Library
    Academic

    Library

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Auditorium
    Campus Life

    Auditorium

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Hostel
    Student Life

    Hostel

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • e-classroom
    Academic

    e-classroom

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Wi-FI Campus
    Student Life

    Wi-FI Campus

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

Faculty

Dr. P.S.S. Srinivasan

Principal

Dr. K. Visagavel

Professor & Head & Vice Principal, Department of Mechanical Engineering

Qualification: B.E., M.E., Ph.D.

Prof. D. Sakthivel

Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering

Qualification: B.E., M.E., D.B.A., MISTE

Dr. N. Santhiyakumari

Professor & Head, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering

Qualification: B.E., M.Tech., Ph.D

Dr.M.Thangavel

Professor, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering

Qualification: B.E., M.E., M.B.A., Ph.D

Dr.C.Muniraj

Professor & Head, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Qualification: B.E.,M.E(PED)., Ph.D., MIEEE., MIE(I)

Dr.P.A.Gowri Sankar

Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Qualification: B.E., M.E., MBA., Ph.D.

Contact Information

KIOT-Campus, NH47, Kakapalayam<br> India

Pincode: 637504

0427 2433900

9600541414

9894701234

9894790284

8608485944

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