Rotaract Club of NITK is one of the five exclusive clubs of the institute as well as the sole socio-cultural club. Having its accreditation from Rotary International, established in 1962, Rotaract Clubs (or “Rotary in Action” as they called it) are commensurate with international standards. It is a service, leadership and community service organization for young men and women between the ages 18–30. The club conducts various events over multi-faceted disciplines – Social, Cultural, Arts, Media and Literature – and has therefore established itself as the only club to be conducting events across all domains for students and club members alike.. In 2015, Rotaract NITK conducted the first marathon run at NITK with the “NITK Beach Run” along with the help of the NITK Student Council and Alumni Association. The event has grown over the years with the 2018 edition featuring a Half-Marathon and participants from outside the college. Keeping Rotary International’s motto of “Service Above Self” in mind, Rotaract Club, NITK Chapter aims at the development of young adults as leaders in their communities and workplaces. Rotalks is a platform for the speakers, the philosophers and the debaters to let their heart out. A cloth collection drive followed by an orphanage trip every year is merely an attempt by the club to ensure some facilities to those kids. Moreover, the Annual Charity Play every year conducted by the club not only collects a good amount of charity but also showcases the talent of the students. Rotutor is an initiative by Rotaract Club, NITK Chapter, a weekly program to provide Basic English knowledge to school kids at the NITK English Medium School. Putting in efforts for the purpose of the club, members of Rotaract Club, NITK till date have been able to present a myriad of events and activities, all mesmerizing and all focusing on the development of fellow students and the community.