Direct Admission in Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering

B.E. seats at DSCE, especially in CSE and allied branches, see strong demand each year. Most seats fill through KCET, COMEDK UGET and JEE Main, but direct admission in Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering Bangalore is also possible through the management quota for eligible candidates. DSCE offers a few seats under the management quota in selected branches each year, and the qualifying eligibility criteria still apply.

DSCE Bangalore Admission Routes

Through KCET: Karnataka students appear for the Karnataka Common Entrance Test, and seats are allotted through KEA counselling based on rank. KCET 2026 Round 1 closing ranks ranged from about 3,572 for CSE to 49,666 for Civil Engineering. This is the most economical route.

Through COMEDK UGET: Students from across India can apply through the COMEDK entrance test, with counselling run by the COMEDK consortium, at about Rs 2.6 lakh per year.

Through JEE Main: DSCE also accepts JEE Main scores for B.E. admission under the management quota.

Through management quota: Eligible students can get direct admission in DSCE without an entrance exam, subject to the eligibility criteria and the management quota fees. Reported annual management quota fees are about Rs 5L for CSE and allied branches, Rs 3.75L for ECE and Rs 2.75L for Mechanical and Civil. GCS Online tracks current-year seat availability and fee changes, so call +91 6366615555 before you decide.

Eligibility for Direct Admission in DSCE

For B.E., you need 10+2 with at least 45% (40% for SC/ST/OBC of Karnataka) in Physics and Mathematics plus an optional subject, with English as a compulsory subject. Eligibility criteria differ for management quota admissions.

Documents Required for DSCE Admission

• Class 10 and 12 marks cards
• Transfer certificate and conduct certificate
• Migration certificate, if applicable
• Entrance exam scorecard or rank card (KCET, COMEDK, JEE Main as applicable)
• Caste or income certificate, if claiming reservation benefits
• Passport-size photographs and valid ID proof

Why Take GCS Online's Help for DSCE Admission

Branch choice at DSCE can shape your entire career, and the difference between the KCET, COMEDK and management quota routes runs into lakhs. Since 2012, GCS Online has helped students compare these routes honestly, pick the right branch for their rank and budget, complete documentation without delays, and secure management quota seats where they are the right fit. Connect with us at GCS Online and we will guide you through the eligibility check, documents and the complete admission process. Call +91 6366615555.

Overview

Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering (DSCE), Bengaluru, is a private engineering college established in 1979 by Late Sri Dayananda Sagar, run by the Dayananda Sagar Institutions (DSI). Located at Kumaraswamy Layout on a 23-acre green campus, the college is affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, approved by AICTE and UGC, accredited with NAAC A grade, and its UG programmes are NBA accredited.

DSCE Bangalore Highlights

Particulars	Details
Established	1979, by Late Sri Dayananda Sagar
Affiliation	Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi
Approvals and accreditation	AICTE, UGC approved; NAAC A grade; NBA accredited UG programmes
Ranking	202nd in India for engineering (Collegedunia 2025); among top 100 engineering colleges in India
Campus	Kumaraswamy Layout, Bengaluru, Karnataka (23 acres)
Programmes	15+ B.E. specialisations, B.E. lateral entry, M.Tech, MBA, MCA

Why Students Choose Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering

DSCE is one of Bengaluru's oldest private engineering colleges with 5,000+ students and a 30,000+ alumni network. B.E. admission runs through KCET, COMEDK UGET and JEE Main, with a management quota route for eligible students. The 2025 placement season recorded a highest package of Rs 56 LPA with 1,181 students placed across 350+ companies.

DSCE Bangalore Admission Help

GCS Online has guided engineering admissions in Bengaluru since 2012. For B.E. admission, KCET/COMEDK counselling strategy or management quota guidance at DSCE, call +91 6366615555 or use the Apply Now button and a counsellor will help you plan your next step.

Courses Offered

DSCE Bangalore offers 15+ B.E. specialisations, B.E. lateral entry for diploma holders, M.Tech, MBA and MCA. The sections below describe each stream with eligibility and indicative fees. Use the Apply Now button next to any stream to ask for admission help.

DSCE Bangalore Courses and Fees

Stream	Duration	Eligibility	Indicative Fees*	Apply Now
B.E.	4 years	10+2 with 45% in Physics, Maths + optional subject; KCET / COMEDK / JEE Main	Rs 10.46L-22L total, branch-wise*	Apply Now
B.E. Lateral Entry	3 years	Diploma in engineering; KEA DCET	Rs 3.55L total (DCET quota)*	Apply Now
M.Tech	2 years	B.E./B.Tech with 50%; GATE / Karnataka PGCET	Rs 2.75L/yr (MQ approx)*	Apply Now
MBA	2 years	Bachelor's degree with 50%; PGCET / KMAT / CMAT	Rs 4.17L/yr (MQ approx)*	Apply Now
MCA	2 years	Bachelor's degree with 50%; Karnataka PGCET / KMAT	Rs 3L/yr (MQ approx)*	Apply Now

B.E. at DSCE: Branches and Fees

The four-year B.E. programme covers Computer Science and Engineering, CSE (AI and Machine Learning), CSE (Data Science), CSE (Cyber Security), Information Science, Electronics and Communication, Electrical and Electronics, Mechanical, Civil, Aeronautical, Automobile, Biotechnology, Chemical, Medical Electronics and more. Indicative total B.E. fees range from Rs 10.46 lakh to Rs 22 lakh depending on the branch.

DSCE Management Quota Fees (Indicative, per year)

Reported annual management quota fees are about Rs 5L for CSE, AI and ML, Data Science, Cyber Security and Information Science; Rs 3.75L for ECE and Aeronautical; and Rs 2.75L for Mechanical, Civil, Automobile and Medical Electronics. Confirm the current year's exact fee with the college or GCS Online at +91 6366615555 before applying.

B.E. Lateral Entry, M.Tech, MBA and MCA at DSCE

Diploma holders can join B.E. directly in the second year through KEA DCET. M.Tech, MBA and MCA run as 2-year postgraduate programmes with GATE/PGCET/KMAT/CMAT routes.

*Fees are indicative and vary by branch, quota and year. Confirm exact fees before applying.

Placement

DSCE's placement cell draws 350+ companies to campus each year. Reported 2025 highlights are summarised below.

DSCE Bangalore Placement Highlights 2025

Particulars	Statistics 2025
Highest package	Rs 56 LPA
Median package (UG, NIRF)	Rs 5.5 LPA
Average B.E. package	Rs 7-8 LPA
Students placed	1,181
Companies	350+

Branch-wise Placement Notes

CSE, Information Science, CSE (AI/ML) and ECE are the most in-demand branches at DSCE, recording the strongest offers and recruiter interest.

Placement Support

The placement cell runs aptitude training, coding preparation, mock interviews and internship drives from the second year onward. For branch-wise placement guidance at DSCE, call GCS Online at +91 6366615555.

Facilities and Infrastructure

The DSCE campus at Kumaraswamy Layout spans 23 acres of green campus with well-equipped laboratories, a central library, hostels and sports infrastructure.

Hostels at DSCE Bangalore

DSCE provides hostel accommodation for boys and girls on campus, with mess and allied facilities. Apply early along with the admission process, as demand is high each year.

Central Library

The central library holds books, journals and e-resources across engineering and management disciplines, with digital library access for students.

Laboratories and Research Centres

Each department runs its own laboratories with modern equipment, and the college hosts 7 VTU-recognised specialised research centres.

Sports and Student Life

The campus has sports infrastructure, technical clubs, cultural societies and annual fests, with 5,000+ students from India and abroad.

For hostel or campus-visit guidance before admission, call GCS Online at +91 6366615555.