Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education

Krishnankovil, Tamil Nadu Government Estd 1984 Updated Aug 2026

NIRF #28 BCI, UGC, NBA approved Agriculture Architecture Arts Commerce

3.5 out of 10 · 327 reviews

Website

Annual fees ₹7.98 L

Average package ₹4.5 L

Highest package ₹50 L

Student rating 3.5 / 10

Courses offered 32

At a glance

Established 1984

Ownership Government

Approved by BCI, UGC, NBA

Campus Krishnankovil, Tamil Nadu

Courses 32 on record

Student reviews 327

About Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education

Overview of Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education

Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education (KARE) is a deemed-to-be university in Krishnankovil, Tamil Nadu. It was established in 1984 and has 12 schools across various disciplines.

The university is approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC), AICTE, and COA. It holds accreditation from the NBA and ABET and has an A++ Grade from NAAC.

Rankings

Kalasalingam University has received the following rankings for B.Tech in India:

256th by CollegeHunt in 2025
33rd by NIRF in 2025

Courses Offered

B.Tech is the flagship program at Kalasalingam University. The university also offers various undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), and Ph.D. courses.

Other programs include B.Sc, B.Arch, B.Com, MBA, and MSc.

B.Tech Fees

The first-year fee for B.Tech varies by specialisation. The fee structure is as follows:

Specialisation	1st Year Fee
B.Tech (Computer Science)	INR 1.85 lakh
B.Tech (Biotechnology)	INR 1 lakh
B.Tech (ECE)	INR 1.5 lakh

Admission Process for B.Tech

Admission to B.Tech courses is done through the Kalasalingam University Engineering Entrance Exam (KUEE) or with a valid JEE Main score. This is followed by TNEA counselling.

Courses & fees

Course	Duration	Total fees
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] 10+2 with 50% + JEE Main	4 Years	₹ 4.58 L - 7.98 L
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Computer Science and Engineering)	—	₹ 7.98 Lakhs
Ph.D Post Graduation	3 Years	₹ 2.1 L
Ph.D. (Computer Science and Engineering)	—	₹ 2.1 Lakhs
Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] 10+2	3 Years	₹ 1.05 L - 3.58 L
Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Allied Health Sciences)	—	₹ 3.58 Lakhs

Placements

Highest package ₹50 L

Average package ₹4.5 L

NIRF ranking

Ranked within each category, not overall.

University · 2025 #28

Engineering · 2025 #33

Overall · 2025 #48

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education?

Fees at Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education start from ₹7.98 L per year, depending on the course. The Courses & Fees tab lists the programme-wise figures.

What is the admission process for Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education?

Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education offers various UG, PG, and Ph.D programs. Under the UG program, it offers B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Sc, B.Com, BA, BBA, B.Voc, and BCA. Under the PG program, KARE offers M.Tech, MBA, MA, M.Sc, MSW, M.Arc, and MCA. It also offers Ph.D and M.Phil programs in various streams through…

What is the placement record at Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education?

At Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education, the highest package recorded is ₹ 5,000,000 and the average package is ₹ 450,000. See the Placement tab for the full figures.

Where is Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education located?

Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education is located in Krishnankovil, Tamil Nadu. Address: Anand Nagar, Virudhunagar India.

Is Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education a government or private college?

Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education is listed as a government institution in Krishnankovil. It was established in 1984.

What approvals does Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education have?

Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education lists these approvals and accreditations: BCI, UGC, NBA. Confirm the current status with the regulator before applying.

What is the NIRF ranking of Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education?

Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education appears in the NIRF listing at rank #28. NIRF ranks are published within a category, not as one overall order.

What courses does Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education offer?

Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education lists 24 programmes. The Courses & Fees tab shows each one with its fee.