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Frequently Asked Questions

General

No. The Kalvium powers only full-time, on-campus B.Tech programs at top NAAC-accredited universities.

The Kalvium program is offered at the top 15+ NAAC A+ universities across India & overseas. You can find the list on the drop-down menu on our website.

Yes! All the programs powered by Kalvium at partner universities are UGC-approved. This means your degree has the same recognition as any other UGC-approved program, ensuring your degree is recognized widely.

For state private universities and deemed universities, AICTE approval is provided by default for new technical programs. You can check out FAQ #61 on the AICTE website for more details on the approval process.

Program

Traditional B.Tech programs are theory & rote-learning heavy. 

Kalvium-powered programs on the other hand focus on practical application, deeper understanding & real-world impact. Kalvium also offers 1:1 personalised mentorship and internship opportunities starting as early as Semester 3.

With Kalvium’s unique work-integrated curriculum students get exposure to real-world work experience through paid internships at top tech companies as early as the 2nd year. They can also opt for open-source software development & entrepreneurship pathways. Students are required to dedicate a defined amount of hours per week to learning and work.

Yes. All relevant higher education pathways are available to Kalvium students.

Kalvium offers one-on-one personal mentorship from industry-trained mentors as part of the program. Dedicated mentors coach students on both technical aspects and also professional skills & soft skills required to succeed in the corporate world.

Yes, Kalvium organizes student development activities like Hackathons, High-on-Learning, Competitive coding activities, and many more as part of the program.

No, Kalvium has a “BYOD Policy” (Bring Your Own Device). While a laptop is mandatory for pursuing the program, students are free to pick a device of their choice and budget that matches the minimum requirement. Check this video for more details.

Your degree is conferred by the respective partner university. 

Note: Only in the case of the Kalvium Direct campus at Coimbatore, the degree pathway is enabled by enrolling the students in the University of Mysuru Online BCA program.

Yes, hostel accommodation and transportation are available from the university campus which is generally offered on a first-come, first-served basis, depending on the availability.

Eligibility

All students who have completed the 12th Standard or a diploma are eligible to apply for the program. Admission to the program, however, is offered strictly on merit based on their performance in the KNET (Kalvium National Entrance Test) & eligibility criteria set by the University at various locations.

Yes. You are eligible to apply for the same. Since total seats in the program are limited, even 11th-standard students can apply and secure their seats in advance. However, Final admissions are subjected to the eligibility criteria described above.

Yes, the Kalvium program is open to anyone who has a keen interest in learning computer science and has merit in the KNET. The choice of university campus though would depend on university guidelines & regulations.

No. Admission to the Kalvium program relies solely on your KNET performance. Your JEE score does not apply to this program.

No. All admissions to the program are strictly on merit, based on the performance in the KNET.

No. All admissions to the program are strictly on merit, based on the performance in the KNET.

Yes, there is an age limit for select programs at select university locations. Please connect with a Kalvium admission counsellor to know specific details.

Diploma candidates are welcome to join the Kalvium-powered courses across top NAAC-accredited universities. However, they have to join the course for the entire 4 years and cannot opt for lateral admissions midway through the second year.

Admission Process

KNET - Kalvium National Entrance Test

Yes. Kalvium’s entrance test is known as KNET and is designed to test a student’s innate abilities and fitness for the Kalvium Program and a stellar career in the software & tech industry at large.

A mock challenge is available on the portal to all paid registrants for the KNET exam to help them practice and get familiar with the assessment process.

The KNET is an online test that students can attempt in December 2024.

You may attempt the KNET right from the comfort of your home. However, you’ll need a laptop/PC with a webcam and microphone for remote proctoring. Please ensure that you attempt the KNET in a distraction-free environment.

No. The KNET is designed to be attempted ONLY on a PC/Laptop. We recommend using your PC/Laptop or taking the test from an internet cafe or test centre.

Option 1 – Borrow an external webcam from a friend if possible.

Option 2 – Use external apps which will help you turn your mobile phone into a webcam. We recommend DroidCam.

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Windows Desktop Client (Download) – Once you install the required client and app, you may have to configure your browser to use your mobile phone as your camera source. For this, if you’re using Google Chrome, please head to the ‘Privacy and Security‘ section under settings.

The KNET is a test designed by top tech executives for assessing a student’s fitment for a career in software. It tests students’ innate abilities and not rote learning. 

The test is divided into 3 sections:

1. Learnability & Comprehension: This section tests the student’s ability to learn new information and use it in different contexts.

2. Problem Solving: This section tests the student’s ability to analyse and solve complex problems by breaking them into simpler steps.

  1. Communication: This section tests if the student can communicate in English verbally.

The duration to finish the KNET is 120 Minutes. Once the test starts, it must be finished in 2 hrs. So, please make sure that you have uninterrupted internet access.

On completing the test, the students will receive an email on their registered ID. The result date will be notified to the student in advance.

Congratulations!! Students need to follow the instructions in the email received after clearing the KNET.

KNET serves as a gateway to your preferred campus. Admissions are granted on a first-come, first-served basis. In case seats remain available, an additional KNET may be conducted. Therefore, students are advised to practice well and take the test seriously on the first attempt itself.

  1. Register for KNET: online through the official website
  2. Appear for and clear the Kalvium National Entrance Test (KNET)
  3. Reserve Your seat & indicate campus preference.
  4. Campus Allocation, Fee Payment, and Enrollment.

No, the KNET registration is part of the application process. You can register directly through this website. Just click on “Register for KNET.”

No. One KNET test score is applicable to all of Kalvium partner universities.

No. You can apply only on the official website https://kalvium.com

No. The KNET fee is non-refundable.

Banks usually take up to 5-7 business days to credit back the money to the source account. In case of further queries, please get in touch with your respective bank or payment service provider.

University

Yes. Each university has its own minimum marks qualification criteria for admission. Students must meet such criteria to be eligible for admission.

The Kalvium-powered B.Tech programs are offered at top NAAC A+ Universities across the country.

Yes. Eligible students need to pay a non-refundable charge of ₹10,000 to block a seat at a preferred university.

No. The seat-blocking charges are not refundable. We encourage and invite students along with their parents/guardians for a campus visit for an informed decision prior to blocking a set.

The exact start date depends upon the university you are taking admission to. Please check with your preferred university at the time of admission for further details.

Work Integration

Some advanced programs powered by Kalvium offer students exposure to real-world work experience through paid internships at top tech companies as early as the 2nd year. They can also opt for open-source software development & entrepreneurship pathways. Students are required to dedicate a defined amount of hours per week to learning and work.

Every eligible student can earn up to INR 12 Lakhs through stipends through the integrated work at top MNCs and tech companies that are part of this program, And get access to apply for at least six internship opportunities.   Or, they can also opt for work integration through open-source software development & entrepreneurship pathways.   For more details, you can refer to the Kalvium internship report.
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Yes, Kalvium offers dedicated placement support & guidance. Besides that Kalvium also offers 1:1 mentorship to coach students for career success.

No, the Kalvium curriculum has been carefully designed with designated work hours, mentorship, and support to balance students’ academics and working hours. However, students should be prepared for an intense and fun learning experience.

As part of our work-integrated programs, internships are 100% remote.

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Call/WhatsApp: +91 9483 200 300

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