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Inbound Exchange Programs

  1. Course Work/Semester Exchange
  2. Research Work/Thesis
  3. Project Work/Field Work
  4. Research Internship

Course Work/Semester Exchange

Foreign nationals registered for a degree in a recognized Institute/University who are officially sponsored by that Institute/University to carry out Course work at NITC for a period not exceeding two semesters (1 year) can be accepted as exchange students under the MoU or non-MOU category.

The admission of foreign nationals under the MoU will be made in accordance with the terms and conditions spelt out in the MoU agreed to, between NITC and the partner University/Institution concerned. Students are required to bear costs related to living expenses, boarding, lodging and travel. Accommodation is provided in hostels on payment basis (approx. Rs.40,000/- per semester). Students arriving under the MoU will not be charged tuition fees.

For the admission of foreign nationals under the non-MOU category, students are requested to pay the corresponding tuition fee per semester as per the rules and regulations of NITC.

  • The student must be registered for a UG/PG program in a recognized foreign Institute/University.
  • The student should be nominated/recommended by the recognized university for the course work, for both the MOU and non-MOU category.
  • Students are expected to have a good knowledge of English.

  • Students are requested to fill in the Application form and email the necessary documents.
  • Documents to be submitted
    • Photo (less than 50 kb)
    • Official Passport with a minimum validity of 6 months
    • Curriculum vitae
    • University transcripts
    • Nomination letter from the home institute mentioning the department the student would like to apply to.

  • Fall Semester (July – November): 15th May (every year)
  • Spring Semester (January – April): 15th October (every year)

  • What type of visa should I apply for?
    - All students opting for coursework should apply for only STUDENT visa.
  • Can I do my course work exchange in my first year of UG/PG?
    - Foreign students (UG) who want to apply for course work exchange are expected to have completed at least 3-4 semesters at their home institution. PG students are expected to have completed at least one semester at their home institution.
  • Can I take courses across different departments?
    - Yes, students can register for courses from other departments as well.
  • Is there a minimum attendance requirement for exchange students?
    - Yes, students are requested to have a minimum of 80% attendance.
  • For queries contact:
    - ir@nitc.ac.in
    - +91 495 228 6189

Research Work/Thesis

Foreign nationals registered for a Master’s/PhD degree in a recognized Institute/University who are officially sponsored by that Institute/University to carry out Research work or to avail of a laboratory or other facilities at NITC for a period not exceeding two semesters can be accepted as visiting students under the MoU or non-MOU category.

The admission of foreign nationals under the MoU will be made in accordance with the terms and conditions spelt out in the MoU agreed to between NITC and the partner University/Institution concerned. Students are required to bear costs related to living expenses, boarding, lodging and travel. Accommodation is provided in hostels on payment basis (approx. Rs.40,000/- per semester). Students arriving under the MoU will not be charged tuition fees if they are doing course work.

For the admission of foreign nationals under the non-MOU category, students are requested to pay the corresponding tuition fee per semester if they are doing course work as per the rules and regulations of NITC.

  • The student must be registered under a Master’s/PhD program in a recognized foreign Institute/University.
  • The student should be nominated/recommended by the recognized university for the Research work, for both the MOU and non-MOU category.
  • The student is requested to identify a faculty advisor they are interested to work with in NITC. They should approach the concerned NITC faculty for acceptance to be their supervisor at NITC throughout their research work with the recommendation from their advisor/guide at the home institution.
    "The Office of International Relations can also help the students in identifying supervisor at NITC"
  • Students are expected to have a good knowledge of English.

  • Students are requested to fill in the Application form and email the necessary documents.
  • Documents to be submitted
    • Photo (less than 50 kb)
    • Official Passport with a minimum validity of 6 months
    • Curriculum vitae
    • University transcripts
    • Nomination letter from the home institute mentioning the department the student would like to apply to.
    • Acceptance letter from an NITC professor willing to guide the student throughout the research work.

  • There is no deadline for the submission of research work applications. Students can apply at any time during the year.
  • If research work requires coursework requirements, students are requested to start along with the commencement of the semesters as follows;
    Fall semester: Commences on July 3rd week
    Spring semester: Commences on January 1st week

  • What kind of visa should I apply for?
    - Masters by course work students can apply for a student visa. Masters by research work and PhD students are requested to apply for a research visa.
  • Can a UG student do Research work?
    - Yes, UG students can apply for research work.
  • For queries contact:
    - ir@nitc.ac.in
    - +91 495 228 6189

Project Work/Field Work

Foreign nationals registered for a UG/PG/PhD degree in a recognized Institute/University who are officially sponsored by that Institute/University to carry out Project work or to avail of a laboratory or other facilities at NITC for a period not exceeding two semesters can be accepted as visiting students under the MoU or non-MOU category.

The admission of foreign nationals under the MoU will be made in accordance with the terms and conditions spelt out in the MoU agreed to between NITC and the partner University/Institution concerned. Students are required to bear costs related to living expenses, boarding, lodging and travel. Accommodation is provided in hostels on payment basis (approx. Rs.40,000/- per semester). Students arriving under the MoU will not be charged tuition fees.

For the admission of foreign nationals under the non-MOU category, students are requested to pay the corresponding tuition fee per semester as per the rules and regulations of NITC.

  • The student must be registered under a UG/PG/PhD program in a recognized foreign Institute/University.
  • The student should be nominated/recommended by the recognized university for the Project work, for both MOU and non-MOU category.
  • The student is requested to identify a faculty advisor they are interested to work with in NITC. They should approach the concerned NITC faculty for acceptance to be their supervisor at NITC throughout their project work with the recommendation from their advisor/guide at the home institute.
  • Students are expected to have a good knowledge of English.

  • Students are requested to fill in the Application form and email the necessary documents 
  • Documents to be submitted
    • Photo (less than 50 kb)
    • Official Passport with a minimum validity of 6 months
    • Curriculum vitae
    • University transcripts
    • Nomination letter from the home institute mentioning the department the student would like to apply to.
    • Acceptance letter from an NITC professor willing to guide the student throughout the Project work.

  • There is no deadline for the submission of project work applications. Students can apply at any time during the year.
  • If project work accompanies course work requirements, the students are requested to start along with the commencement of the semesters as follows;
    Fall semester: Commences on July 2nd week
    Spring semester: Commences on January 1st week

  • What kind of visa should I apply for?
    - UG/PG students can apply for a student visa and MS, PhD students are requested to apply for a research visa.
  • Can a UG student do Project work?
    - Yes, UG students can apply for Project work.
  • Is course work compulsory for project work?
    - No, it depends on your NITC guide’s recommendation. If your guide suggests that you take few courses, you can register for the courses.
  • For queries contact:
    - ir@nitc.ac.in
    - +91 495 228 6189

Research Internship

Foreign nationals registered for a UG/PG/PhD degree in a recognized Institute/University who are officially sponsored by that Institute/University to carry out Internship or to avail of a laboratory or other facilities at NITC for a period not exceeding two semesters can be accepted as visiting students under the MoU or non-MOU category.

The admission of foreign nationals under the MoU will be made in accordance with the terms and conditions spelt out in the MoU agreed to between NITC and the partner University/Institution concerned. Students are required to bear costs related to living expenses, boarding, lodging and travel. Accommodation is provided in hostels on payment basis (approx. Rs.27,000/- per semester). Students arriving under the MoU will not be charged tuition fees.

For the admission of foreign nationals under the non-MOU category, the students are requested to pay the corresponding tuition fee per semester as per the rules and regulations of NITC.

  • The student must be registered under a UG/PG/PhD program in a recognized foreign Institute/University.
  • The student should be nominated/recommended by the recognized university for the Internship, for both the MOU and non-MOU category.
  • The student is requested to identify a faculty advisor they are interested to work within NITC. They should approach the concerned NITC faculty for acceptance to be their supervisor at NITC throughout their internship with the recommendation from their advisor/guide at the home institute.
  • Students are expected to have a good knowledge of English.

  • Students are requested to fill in the Application form and email the necessary documents 
  • Documents to be submitted
    • Photo (less than 50 kb)
    • Official Passport with a minimum validity of 6 months
    • Curriculum vitae
    • University transcripts
    • Nomination letter from the home institute mentioning the department the student would like to apply to.
    • Acceptance letter from an NITC professor willing to guide the student throughout the Internship.

  • There is no deadline for submission of internship application. Students can apply at any time during the year
  • if the internship accompanies course work requirements, students are requested to start along with the commencement of the semesters as follows;
    Fall semester: Commences on July 2nd week
    Spring semester: Commences on January 1st week

  • What kind of visa should I apply for?
    - UG/PG students can apply for a student visa and MS/PhD students are requested to apply for a research visa. In a few cases, Embassies may provide internship visas.
  • Can a UG student do Internship?
    - Yes, UG students can apply for Internship.
  • For queries contact:
    - ir@nitc.ac.in
    - +91 495 228 6189

1. Mr. Majidu Rahman from Oxford Brooks University, UK

“ During my time in India at NIT Calicut, I managed to meet new people and learn new skills related to Mahcine learning by talking with people in the field of Mahcine learning. I also enjoyed the food in India, as it was something quite unique. My time in India was amazing, and I will never forget the experiences and friendships I made during my stay.”

2. Mr. Michal Krezalek from OXford Brooks University, UK

“ My internship at the NIT was an incredible experience. Everyone there was very supportive and made me feel very welcome. At the NIT, I had the opportunity to apply my knowledge to the research that is done there, which I found very challenging and rewarding. I would definitely recommend doing an internship at the NIT and exploring Cerela alongside the internship.”

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