College Comparison · 2026

IIT Dharwad vs NIT Trichy

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At a Glance — Management Quota Fees 2026-27

IIT Dharwad - Indian Institute of Technology

Dharwad · Estd. 2016 · NAAC Institute of National Importance · NIRF #77

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NIT Trichy

Tiruchirappalli · Estd. 1964 · NAAC A++ · NIRF #9

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Overview

IIT Dharwad (NIRF #77, 2016) and NIT Trichy (NIRF #9). IIT Dharwad admits via JEE Advanced; NIT Trichy via JEE Main.

Academics

IIT Dharwad offers focused engineering with newer curriculum. NIT Trichy has 60+ years of heritage with broader portfolio.

Placements

IIT Dharwad 2024: average ₹17-20 LPA, ~95% rate. NIT Trichy 2024: average ₹20-22 LPA, ~95% rate. NIT Trichy slightly higher.

Fees

Both standard government fees. IIT Dharwad ~₹2,50,000/year vs NIT Trichy ~₹1,50,000/year.

Campus Life

IIT Dharwad 470-acre Karnataka campus. NIT Trichy 800-acre Cauvery-side campus.

Verdict

NIT Trichy for established excellence and Tamil Nadu industrial ecosystem. IIT Dharwad for newer IIT brand at higher entry threshold.

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