NIT Surathkal and SAC are a college and a Public (Autonomous) respectively located in Surathkal, Karnataka and Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu. In NIRF rankings, NIT Surathkal holds the #10 position and SAC is ranked #151, a difference of 141 positions. NIT Surathkal offers 5 programs across multiple streams and SAC offers 5 programs. This page provides a detailed side-by-side comparison of fees, placements, cutoffs, rankings, infrastructure, and admission processes to help you make an informed decision.
NIT Surathkal edges out SAC by 3 points on our 8-dimension scoring model, with advantages in NIRF rank #10 vs #151, 60+ recruiters vs 0+. National Institute of Technology (NITK) and Sadakathullah Appa College (SAC), Palayamkottai are a institution and a public (autonomous) institution in Engineering, based in Surathkal, Karnataka and Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu respectively. Here is a detailed breakdown of how they compare across the parameters that matter most to students.
On the NIRF ranking, India's most widely referenced institutional quality benchmark, NIT Surathkal ranks #10 while SAC stands at #151. A significant 141-position gap suggests NIT Surathkal operates in a distinctly higher league on national parameters.
Neither college has published placement statistics. 60+ companies recruit from NIT Surathkal.
NIT Surathkal charges ~₹56.0K/yr. Fee data for SAC is unavailable.
NIT Surathkal: 9 facilities, SAC: 7. Programmes: NIT Surathkal offers 5, SAC offers 5.
Choose NIT Surathkal if: ranking (NIRF #10), placement outcomes and brand recognition matter most.
NIT Surathkal has a measurable edge, but the gap is tight. Your specific course, location, or budget could tip the balance.
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NIT Surathkal vs SAC - average package, highest package, and annual fees.
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| Facility | NIT Surathkal | SAC |
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Showing 2 differences. 7 facilities are shared.
