Coorg Institute of Technology
Ponnampet, South Kodagu

Kodagu, a fertile mountaineous region of Karnataka blessed with natural beauty is the birthplace of River Kaveri. Coorg or Kodagu is a tiny district nestling in the lap of the mighty Western Ghats in the state of Karnataka, India. This splendid land is also called the "Scotland of India." Coorg Institute of Technology (CIT) is located in the picturesque and serene environment of Ponnampet, Kodagu, Karnataka. The institution was established in 1999 by Kodava Education Society (KES), a registered charitable society formed in 1997. Coorg Institute of Technology is approved by AICTE New Delhi and affiliated to VTU, Belagavi. CIT illuminates more gloriously in the holistic landscape of Coorg spread across a sprawling 34 acre campus. Over 18 batches of students have graduated from this sanctuary of learning thereby creating a niche for themselves in their chosen disciplines such as Civil Service, Defence, Corporate sector, Banking, and so on. We offer B. E in five disciplines. Since inception the institute has been creating quality professionals to the technical field. The success stories of our alumni who are in coveted position in reputed companies emphasis the same. At CIT we focus on holistic development of students through constant support and mentoring in academic, non- academic and self building activities. The various clubs like Robotics, Cultural, Sports, Technical and Eco club has been involving students through which we are preparing a window for improving the skill sets. We encourage the meritorious and sports achievers for scholarship and awards. The institution has maintained its academic standards by achieving excellence in the VTU examinations. The strength of the institution is the state-of-the-art infrastructure, qualified and dedicated faculty. We have also taken lot of initiatives to bridge the gap between academia and industry and to prepare students with global competence. Vision of the Institute To evolve as a centre of excellence in technical education by imparting quality education, focusing on creativity, innovation and entrepreneurial skills. Mission of the Institute To impart affordable quality technical education to rural students to emerge as technocrats of global competence. Identifying and encouraging students to perform to their full potential. To develop and strengthen entrepreneur skills among students. To provide conducive environment for experiential academic learning interspersed with extra and co-curricular activities. Facilities Eco friendly and Green Campus Excellent infrastructure Highly qualified and dedicated faculty Strong and disciplined work culture Well-equipped laboratories and workshops Robotics Lab Ample space for indoor and outdoor games Spacious lecture halls with modern teaching aids Awards for meritorious and fee concession to economically backward students Regular industry institute interface Campus connect program Training and placements for all Modern computing facilities Residential facility for staff Hostel for boys and girls On campus ATM, Post Office and Cafeteria Transport arrangement within the district 130 KW TATA Solar Power Plant Wi-Fi enabled campus