NIELIT Calicut, a constituent campus of the NIELIT Deemed-to-be University, is a premier institution under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India. The Centre is nationally recognized for excellence in education, research, training, and consultancy in Electronics, IT, and allied emerging technologies.

NIELIT Calicut is also recognised as a Scientific & Industrial Research Organisation (SIRO) by the Department of Scientific & Industrial Research (DSIR), Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India —affirming its strong R&D capabilities.

Academic Programs

The Centre offers high-quality, industry-aligned academic programs, including:

• M.Tech in Embedded Systems
• M.Tech in Electronics Design & Technology
• M.Tech in Automotive Electronics
• M.Sc in Data Science (AI Specialization)
• Ph.D. in Computer Science & Engineering
• Ph.D. in Computer Science & Applications

These programmes emphasize hands-on learning, advanced laboratory exposure, and real-world project experience.

Campus & Infrastructure

Situated on a 25-acre green campus in Calicut, the Centre features:

• Modern academic blocks with Kerala-style architecture
• Five advanced laboratories in Embedded Systems, VLSI, IT, Product Engineering, and Industrial Automation and Digital Manufacturing
• 250-seater remote prototyping lab (SMART Lab) for Embedded and FPGA design
• India AI data lab with GPU workstations and high-end PCs
• Central library with IEEE online access & NKN connectivity
• Campus-wide Wi-Fi and fully networked facilities
• Separate fully furnished hostels for men and women (250+ capacity)

Proximity to NIT Calicut and IIM Kozhikode enriches the academic ecosystem.

Training, Research & Industry Engagement

NIELIT Calicut is a national hub for skill development, short-term training, and capacity building in IECT. The Centre implements several Government of India schemes and provides:

• Industry-driven training programs
• R&D and product development support
• Consultancy services for electronics and IT industries

The Centre has executed successful projects for many leading organizations.

Legacy

Established in 1989 as Centre for Electronics Design and Technology (CEDT) Calicut, the Centre has evolved into one of the most respected NIELIT campuses in the country, known for academic excellence, innovation culture, and high-impact skilling initiatives.