Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Nagercoil Overview
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham (Amrita University), Nagercoil Campus, located in the southernmost district of Tamil Nadu, is one of the latest and most promising campuses under the Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham network — a Deemed-to-be University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited with the NAAC ‘A++’ Grade.
Established with the aim of nurturing academic excellence alongside ethical values, the Nagercoil campus is envisioned as a hub for Engineering, Sciences, Management, Computer Applications, and Humanities. The campus emphasizes technology-driven learning, research, and community development, reflecting Amrita’s mission of “Education for Life and Education for Living.”
Surrounded by lush greenery near the Western Ghats and Kanyakumari coast, Amrita Nagercoil offers a serene, modern, and sustainable environment conducive to learning and innovation. It is equipped with state-of-the-art classrooms, labs, digital libraries, hostels, and research facilities designed to foster creativity and collaboration.
Admissions 2026–27
Admissions for the 2026–27 academic year are open across Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Doctoral programs. Admission is based on Amrita’s own entrance exams or recognized national-level tests.
Admission Process
- Apply online at www.amrita.edu
- Register and complete the online form
- Appear for relevant entrance examinations (AEEE / AMET / ALAW / AIPMET / CUET)
- Participate in counseling and seat allocation
- Confirm admission and complete fee payment
Exams Accepted
Courses & Fees Amrita Nagercoil
Undergraduate Programs (UG)
- Tech (CSE, AI, ECE, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil)
- BBA / BCA
- Sc (Computer Science, Data Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biotechnology)
- Com / B.A. (English, Economics, Psychology)
- Pharm
- BBA LLB / BA LLB (Integrated)
Postgraduate Programs (PG)
- Tech (AI, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Structural Engineering)
- MBA (General, HR, Finance, Marketing, Business Analytics)
- Sc (Physics, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Data Science)
- MA (English, Communication, Psychology)
- Pharm
- LLM
Doctoral Programs (Ph.D.)
- Engineering
- Management
- Science
- Pharmacy
- Humanities & Social Sciences
- Law
Approximate Fee Range (Annual)
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Program
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Fee Range
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B.Tech
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1.8 – 3.4 LPA
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MBA
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2.0 – 4.5 LPA
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Pharmacy
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1.4 – 2.6 LPA
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Law
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1.0 – 2.2 LPA
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Arts / Science / Commerce
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75K – 1.5 LPA
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Ph.D.
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90K – 1.4 LPA
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Rankings & Recognition (2026)
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Category
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Ranking
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NIRF 2026 (Universities)
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8th in India
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Engineering
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11th
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Management
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22nd
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Pharmacy
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19th
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Overall (Private Universities)
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Top 10
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QS Asia 2026
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Ranked among Top 100 Asian Universities
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Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2026
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Top 250 globally for “Quality Education” and “Sustainability”
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IIRF 2026
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Top 20 in Research & Industry Collaboration
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Accreditations & Affiliations
- UGC Recognized
- AICTE Approved
- NAAC ‘A++’ Accredited
- ISO 21001:2018 Certified
- ABET-aligned Curriculum
- Member: Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
Expected Cut-Offs 2026
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Program
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Criteria
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B.Tech (CSE / AI / ECE)
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AEEE rank < 10,000 or JEE Main percentile ≥ 85
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MBA
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CAT / MAT / CMAT percentile ≥ 70 or AMET ≥ 75%
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Pharmacy
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NEET / AIPMET ≥ 55%
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Law
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CLAT percentile ≥ 50 or ALAW ≥ 65%
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M.Tech / Ph.D.
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GATE / Amrita Research Entrance ≥ 60%
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Scholarships & Financial Assistance
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Nagercoil, provides extensive Merit-based, Entrance-based, and Category-based Scholarships to ensure accessibility and reward excellence.
Scholarship Categories
- Amrita Entrance Merit Scholarships: 25%–100% tuition fee waiver based on AEEE / AMET / ALAW / CUET performance
- National Exam Toppers: Up to 100% for top JEE Main, CAT , NEET , or GATE rankers
- Merit Scholarships: For students with 90%+ in Class 12 or UG
- Special Categories:
- Single Girl Child
- Sports Achievers
- Wards of Defense Personnel
- Differently-abled Students
- Sibling & Alumni Benefits
Financial support includes education loans, installment plans, and government scholarships.
Placements Class of 2025
Amrita’s Corporate & Industry Relations (CIR) Division ensures strong placement opportunities and career guidance across all campuses, including Nagercoil.
Placement Highlights (2025)
- Highest Package: 41 LPA (International) | 22 LPA (Domestic)
- Average Package: 8.4 LPA
- Top 25% Average: 10.8 LPA
- Placement Rate: 93%
- Internships: 1500+ across corporate, R&D, and government sectors
Top Recruiters
- Microsoft
- Amazon
- Deloitte
- TCS
- Infosys
- Bosch
- Accenture
- Wipro
- HCL
- Capgemini
- IBM
- EY
- Siemens
- Cognizant
- Philips
Program-wise Average Packages
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Program
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Average Package
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B.Tech
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8.2 LPA
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MBA
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8.9 LPA
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Pharmacy
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5.8 LPA
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Law
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4.8 LPA
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Science / Arts / Commerce
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4.0–4.5 LPA
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Campus Facilities
Amrita Nagercoil offers a modern, technology-driven campus designed for academic and personal development.
Facilities include:
- Smart classrooms and digital learning hubs
- Innovation and research centers
- Digital library with access to global databases
- Entrepreneurship and incubation cells
- Separate hostels with 24/7 security and Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and food courts
- Sports and fitness amenities
- Medical & counseling facilities
- Green, Wi-Fi-enabled eco-campus
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Nagercoil FAQs
Q1. Is Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Nagercoil recognized by UGC?
Ans. Yes. It is UGC-recognized, AICTE-approved, and accredited with the highest NAAC ‘A++’ Grade.
Q2. What are the flagship programs offered at Amrita Nagercoil?
Ans. B.Tech, MBA, and M.Sc (Data Science / Biotechnology) are flagship programs known for academic quality and placements.
Q3. Does Amrita Nagercoil conduct its own entrance exam?
Ans. Yes, admissions are based on AEEE, AMET, ALAW, and AIPMET, besides CUET and national exams.
Q4. How are placements at Amrita Nagercoil?
Ans. Excellent—over 93% placement rate with top recruiters across technology, consulting, and research sectors.
Q5. What makes Amrita Nagercoil unique?
Ans. Its location near India’s southern research corridor, focus on applied science, and eco-friendly learning environment make it one of the most promising emerging campuses in the Amrita network.