Direct Admission in RV College of Engineering Bangalore

RV College of Engineering admits B.E. students mainly through KCET and COMEDK counselling, with a management quota route also available under the institution process run by RSST. Students looking for direct admission guidance should first understand which route fits their rank, marks and budget.

Official Admission Routes for B.E.

Karnataka students usually take the KCET route through KEA counselling. This is the lowest fee route, at Rs 1,32,410 per year, but CSE and related branches close at very low ranks, so a strong KCET rank is essential.

Students from any state can take the COMEDK UGET route through COMEDK counselling. The COMEDK fee is Rs 3,31,710 per year. COMEDK cutoffs for CSE, ISE, AI and ML and ECE are also highly competitive.

M.Tech admission is through GATE or Karnataka PGCET, and MCA admission is through Karnataka PGCET or KMAT. Management quota seats for PG programmes also require the prescribed entrance qualification as per the current notice.

Management Quota Direct Admission at RVCE

Management quota admission at RVCE is handled through the institution process. The published management quota eligibility criteria for 2026 include at least 70% separately in Science and Mathematics in Class 10, at least 65% separately in Physics and Mathematics in Class 11, and at least 60% separately in Physics and Mathematics in Class 12 where results are declared. Candidates should also have appeared and obtained a rank in KCET, COMEDK or JEE Main for that year, and should be at least 17 years old by 31 December of the admission year.

Management quota fees vary widely by branch. CSE and the computing branches carry the highest fees, while core branches are lower. Reported branch wise totals for 2026 range from about Rs 18 lakh for Chemical Engineering to about Rs 75 lakh for CSE for the full 4 year programme, apart from other institutional charges. These figures change by year and branch, so confirm the exact fee, payment schedule and seat availability through the official process before paying anyone.

Management Quota Direct Admission Guidance

While GCS Online cannot guarantee admission to any college, we can help with the complete process and help students explore management quota direct admission options wherever such seats are available, provided the eligibility criteria are met and institute guidelines are followed.

For RVCE, students should not assume that the management route removes eligibility checks. Class 10, 11 and 12 marks, entrance appearance, branch availability, fee confirmation and the institution approval all remain part of the process.

How GCS Online Helps

GCS Online helps students with branch selection based on rank and budget, KCET and COMEDK counselling planning, cutoff tracking, document readiness, management quota eligibility checking and fee confirmation guidance.

Our counsellors can help you compare the KCET, COMEDK and management routes honestly, so you know the likely branch, the total cost and the next step before you commit.

For RV College admission guidance, call GCS Online at +91 6366615555.

Overview

RV College of Engineering, known as RVCE, is a private autonomous engineering college in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in 1963 and is run by the Rashtreeya Sikshana Samithi Trust (RSST).

RVCE is affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, approved by AICTE, recognised by UGC, accredited by NAAC with an A+ grade, and has NBA accredited programmes. As an autonomous institution, it designs its curriculum with outcome based education, industry inputs and regular updates in emerging technologies.

In NIRF 2025, RVCE was placed in the 101 to 150 band in the Engineering category. The college is located on Mysore Road, Bengaluru, on a 16.85 acre campus, and remains one of the most sought after engineering colleges in Karnataka.

Programmes at RV College of Engineering

RVCE offers B.E. programmes in 15 specialisations, including Computer Science and Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering (AI and ML), Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science), Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security), Information Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering.

At postgraduate level, RVCE offers M.Tech programmes in areas such as Computer Science, VLSI Design and Embedded Systems, Structural Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Machine Design, Power Electronics and Computer Network Engineering, along with MCA and research programmes.

Admissions Snapshot

B.E. admission is mainly through KCET counselling by KEA for Karnataka students and COMEDK UGET counselling for all India students, with a management quota route also available under the institution process. M.Tech admission is through GATE or Karnataka PGCET, and MCA admission is through Karnataka PGCET or KMAT, as per the current admission notice.

RVCE is especially competitive for CSE and related branches. In KCET counselling, CSE cutoffs close at very low ranks, so students should plan their exam and counselling strategy early.

Placement Snapshot

As per NIRF 2026 data for 2024-25, RVCE placed 905 UG 4 year students with a median salary of Rs 10.50 LPA. Placement reports for 2025 report an average package of Rs 15.24 LPA, a domestic highest package of Rs 67 LPA and more than 1,009 offers from 262+ companies.

If you need help choosing the right RVCE branch or admission route, GCS Online can guide you on eligibility, cutoffs, documents, counselling and management quota planning. Call us at +91 6366615555.

Courses Offered

RV College of Engineering offers B.E., M.Tech, MCA and research programmes affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi. B.E. is the flagship programme, with 15 specialisations across computing, electronics, core engineering and emerging technology branches.

Fees below are the published 2026 counselling fees. B.E. fees through KCET are Rs 1,32,410 per year, which is Rs 5,29,640 for 4 years. Through COMEDK, the fee is Rs 3,31,710 per year, which is Rs 13,26,840 for 4 years for Karnataka students, with a small difference for non Karnataka students. Management quota fees are different and vary sharply by branch, so confirm the exact branch fee before payment.

B.E. Course and Branches

RVCE offers B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering (AI and ML), Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science), Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security), Information Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering and Industrial Engineering and Management.

Eligibility is 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, with Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology or an equivalent optional subject, and at least 45% aggregate, or 40% for reserved categories as per Karnataka norms. Admission is through KCET counselling by KEA, COMEDK UGET counselling, or the management quota process.

CSE, AI and ML, Data Science, Cyber Security, ISE and ECE are the most competitive branches in counselling. CSE has the largest intake and the strongest placement record, while core branches offer research, higher studies and core industry pathways.

B.E. Lateral Entry

Diploma holders can join the second year of B.E. through lateral entry, mainly through Karnataka DCET, subject to the diploma branch, eligibility and seat availability for that year.

M.Tech Course

M.Tech is a 2 year postgraduate programme offered in specialisations such as Computer Science and Engineering, VLSI Design and Embedded Systems, Structural Engineering, Highway Technology, Power Electronics, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Machine Design, Product Design and Manufacturing, Computer Network Engineering, Digital Communication, Communication Systems and Biotechnology.

Eligibility is B.E. or B.Tech in the relevant specialisation with at least 50% aggregate, or 45% for reserved categories as per Karnataka norms. Admission is through GATE or Karnataka PGCET counselling. The published PGCET fee is Rs 2,25,300 for 2 years for Karnataka students.

MCA Course

MCA is a 2 year postgraduate programme for students who want software development, data and IT careers. Eligibility is a bachelor degree with Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or a related subject at 10+2 or degree level, with at least 50% aggregate, or 45% for reserved categories. Admission is through Karnataka PGCET or KMAT. The published PGCET fee is Rs 2,17,120 for 2 years for Karnataka students.

All Courses

The table below lists RVCE courses with eligibility and 2026 fees. Use the Apply Now button next to a course to ask for admission help for that course.

Course	Eligibility Criteria	Fees (2026)	Apply Now
B.E. Computer Science and Engineering	10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology or an equivalent optional subject, at least 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories as per Karnataka norms), and a valid KCET or COMEDK UGET rank.	KCET Rs 1,32,410 per year (Rs 5,29,640 for 4 years); COMEDK Rs 3,31,710 per year (Rs 13,26,840 for 4 years). Management quota fees vary by branch.	Apply Now
B.E. Computer Science and Engineering (AI and ML)	10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology or an equivalent optional subject, at least 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories as per Karnataka norms), and a valid KCET or COMEDK UGET rank.	KCET Rs 1,32,410 per year (Rs 5,29,640 for 4 years); COMEDK Rs 3,31,710 per year (Rs 13,26,840 for 4 years). Management quota fees vary by branch.	Apply Now
B.E. Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science)	10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology or an equivalent optional subject, at least 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories as per Karnataka norms), and a valid KCET or COMEDK UGET rank.	KCET Rs 1,32,410 per year (Rs 5,29,640 for 4 years); COMEDK Rs 3,31,710 per year (Rs 13,26,840 for 4 years). Management quota fees vary by branch.	Apply Now
B.E. Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security)	10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology or an equivalent optional subject, at least 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories as per Karnataka norms), and a valid KCET or COMEDK UGET rank.	KCET Rs 1,32,410 per year (Rs 5,29,640 for 4 years); COMEDK Rs 3,31,710 per year (Rs 13,26,840 for 4 years). Management quota fees vary by branch.	Apply Now
B.E. Information Science and Engineering	10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology or an equivalent optional subject, at least 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories as per Karnataka norms), and a valid KCET or COMEDK UGET rank.	KCET Rs 1,32,410 per year (Rs 5,29,640 for 4 years); COMEDK Rs 3,31,710 per year (Rs 13,26,840 for 4 years). Management quota fees vary by branch.	Apply Now
B.E. Electronics and Communication Engineering	10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology or an equivalent optional subject, at least 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories as per Karnataka norms), and a valid KCET or COMEDK UGET rank.	KCET Rs 1,32,410 per year (Rs 5,29,640 for 4 years); COMEDK Rs 3,31,710 per year (Rs 13,26,840 for 4 years). Management quota fees vary by branch.	Apply Now
B.E. Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering	10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology or an equivalent optional subject, at least 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories as per Karnataka norms), and a valid KCET or COMEDK UGET rank.	KCET Rs 1,32,410 per year (Rs 5,29,640 for 4 years); COMEDK Rs 3,31,710 per year (Rs 13,26,840 for 4 years). Management quota fees vary by branch.	Apply Now
B.E. Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering	10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology or an equivalent optional subject, at least 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories as per Karnataka norms), and a valid KCET or COMEDK UGET rank.	KCET Rs 1,32,410 per year (Rs 5,29,640 for 4 years); COMEDK Rs 3,31,710 per year (Rs 13,26,840 for 4 years). Management quota fees vary by branch.	Apply Now
B.E. Electrical and Electronics Engineering	10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology or an equivalent optional subject, at least 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories as per Karnataka norms), and a valid KCET or COMEDK UGET rank.	KCET Rs 1,32,410 per year (Rs 5,29,640 for 4 years); COMEDK Rs 3,31,710 per year (Rs 13,26,840 for 4 years). Management quota fees vary by branch.	Apply Now
B.E. Mechanical Engineering	10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology or an equivalent optional subject, at least 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories as per Karnataka norms), and a valid KCET or COMEDK UGET rank.	KCET Rs 1,32,410 per year (Rs 5,29,640 for 4 years); COMEDK Rs 3,31,710 per year (Rs 13,26,840 for 4 years). Management quota fees vary by branch.	Apply Now
B.E. Civil Engineering	10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology or an equivalent optional subject, at least 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories as per Karnataka norms), and a valid KCET or COMEDK UGET rank.	KCET Rs 1,32,410 per year (Rs 5,29,640 for 4 years); COMEDK Rs 3,31,710 per year (Rs 13,26,840 for 4 years). Management quota fees vary by branch.	Apply Now
B.E. Aerospace Engineering	10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology or an equivalent optional subject, at least 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories as per Karnataka norms), and a valid KCET or COMEDK UGET rank.	KCET Rs 1,32,410 per year (Rs 5,29,640 for 4 years); COMEDK Rs 3,31,710 per year (Rs 13,26,840 for 4 years). Management quota fees vary by branch.	Apply Now
B.E. Biotechnology	10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology or an equivalent optional subject, at least 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories as per Karnataka norms), and a valid KCET or COMEDK UGET rank.	KCET Rs 1,32,410 per year (Rs 5,29,640 for 4 years); COMEDK Rs 3,31,710 per year (Rs 13,26,840 for 4 years). Management quota fees vary by branch.	Apply Now
B.E. Chemical Engineering	10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology or an equivalent optional subject, at least 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories as per Karnataka norms), and a valid KCET or COMEDK UGET rank.	KCET Rs 1,32,410 per year (Rs 5,29,640 for 4 years); COMEDK Rs 3,31,710 per year (Rs 13,26,840 for 4 years). Management quota fees vary by branch.	Apply Now
B.E. Industrial Engineering and Management	10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology or an equivalent optional subject, at least 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories as per Karnataka norms), and a valid KCET or COMEDK UGET rank.	KCET Rs 1,32,410 per year (Rs 5,29,640 for 4 years); COMEDK Rs 3,31,710 per year (Rs 13,26,840 for 4 years). Management quota fees vary by branch.	Apply Now
M.Tech	B.E. or B.Tech in the relevant specialisation with at least 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories as per Karnataka norms), with GATE or Karnataka PGCET.	PGCET total Rs 2,25,300 for 2 years (Karnataka). Management quota fees vary by specialisation.	Apply Now
MCA	Bachelor degree with Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or a related subject at 10+2 or degree level, with at least 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories), through Karnataka PGCET or KMAT.	PGCET total Rs 2,17,120 for 2 years (Karnataka). Management quota fees vary.	Apply Now

The fees in the table are the KCET, COMEDK and PGCET counselling fees for 2026. Management quota fees, hostel charges and other institutional charges are separate and vary by branch and year. Confirm the final payable amount with RVCE or with GCS Online before making any payment.

Placement

RV College of Engineering has one of the strongest placement records among private engineering colleges in Bengaluru. The most comparable figures come from NIRF data filed by the institution, supported by the placement reports published for the 2025 and 2026 batches.

Placement Highlights

Placement Metric	Result
BE average package, 2026 batch (ongoing)	Rs 16.86 LPA
BE highest package, 2026 batch (ongoing)	Rs 67 LPA
BE offers, 2026 batch (ongoing)	698 offers from 192 companies
Average package, 2025 batch	Rs 15.24 LPA
Offers, 2025 batch	1,009+ offers from 262+ companies, 918 students placed
Highest domestic package, 2025 batch	Rs 67 LPA
Highest international package, 2025 batch	Rs 1.15 Crore per annum
UG 4 year median salary, 2024-25 (NIRF)	Rs 10.50 LPA

The 2026 figures are from the ongoing placement season, so they can change as more companies visit. The NIRF median is the more conservative, comparable figure across years.

NIRF Placement Data

Programme Group	Academic Year	Students Graduated	Students Placed	Median Salary
UG 4 year, including B.E.	2024-25	1,094	905	Rs 10.50 LPA
UG 4 year, including B.E.	2023-24	1,087	786	Rs 9.00 LPA
PG 2 year, including M.Tech and MCA	2024-25	249	164	Rs 7.00 LPA

In the 2026 placement season so far, M.Tech recorded an average package of Rs 12.73 LPA with a highest package of Rs 39 LPA, and MCA recorded an average package of Rs 8.79 LPA with a highest package of Rs 25 LPA.

Branch Wise Placements

Branch (2025)	Students Placed	Average Package	Highest Package
Computer Science and Engineering	166	Rs 19.73 LPA	Rs 67 LPA
Information Science and Engineering	57	Rs 19.11 LPA	Rs 67 LPA
AI and ML	54	Rs 17.29 LPA	Rs 53 LPA
Electronics and Communication Engineering	136	Rs 16.47 LPA	Rs 37 LPA
Mechanical Engineering	80	Rs 9.22 LPA	Rs 18.33 LPA
Civil Engineering	34	Rs 7.03 LPA	Rs 18.33 LPA

Computing branches record the highest averages, led by CSE and ISE. Core branches have lower averages but offer core industry, research, PSU and higher studies pathways.

Top Recruiters

Recruiters across recent RVCE placement seasons include Microsoft, Amazon, Google, Adobe, Cisco, Walmart, Oracle, Qualcomm, Samsung, Deloitte, KPMG and Mercedes-Benz, among many others. Technology, product, consulting, BFSI, semiconductor, automotive and core engineering companies recruit across branches depending on the batch.

Internships and Career Preparation

RVCE supports internships, industry projects, hackathons, technical clubs, research centres and placement training through aptitude and technical practice, coding preparation, resume building, mock interviews and company specific preparation. Students who combine strong academics with projects, internships and coding or core domain practice usually get access to the higher paying roles.

Facilities and Infrastructure

RV College of Engineering has a 16.85 acre campus on Mysore Road, Bengaluru, around 13 km from the city centre. The campus combines academic blocks, department laboratories, a central library, hostels, sports facilities, research centres and student activity spaces in a green, sylvan setting.

Academic and Laboratory Facilities

Each department has its own laboratories, workshops and computing facilities for practical learning, projects and research. Students use specialised labs for computer science, electronics, VLSI, embedded systems, mechanical, civil, chemical, biotechnology, aerospace and instrumentation work.

Most classrooms are supported by multimedia projectors and internet access, and the campus has smart boards, seminar halls and a large auditorium with ICT facilities for lectures, workshops, conferences, placement sessions and college events.

Library and Digital Resources

The RVCE library system includes a central library and 12 departmental libraries. The collection covers textbooks, reference books, journals, bound volumes, e-books, e-journals, conference proceedings, multimedia resources, theses and dissertations, with access through the VTU e-Resource Consortium and publisher databases.

Campus Wi-Fi is available in academic buildings, helping students access the library portal, coding platforms, research databases and department learning resources.

Hostel and Mess Facilities

RVCE provides hostel accommodation with separate blocks for boys and girls. Boys hostels are on campus, while girls hostel facilities are available on campus and at the nearby Krishna Garden, Pattanagere location for eligible students, as per allotment.

Hostels work on a sharing basis, with the occupancy pattern changing as students move to higher semesters. A common mess serves vegetarian food, and hostel students get sports, gymnasium and Wi-Fi facilities. Hostel and mess charges are separate from the course fee, so students should confirm the current charge and allotment rules before payment.

Sports, Clubs and Student Life

The campus has facilities for cricket, football, basketball, badminton, tennis, table tennis, volleyball and indoor games, along with gymnasium facilities in the sports complexes. The Department of Physical Education coaches students for indoor and outdoor competitions.

Student life at RVCE includes technical clubs, cultural teams, innovation and entrepreneurship activity, research centres and student teams, and the 8th Mile techno cultural fest, one of the well known student festivals in Bengaluru.

Other Campus Facilities

Other facilities include a food court and canteen that can seat a large number of students and staff, a health care centre, bank and post office facilities, transport buses for day scholars and staff, reprographic facilities, and ramps and lifts to support differently abled students. Research and innovation centres across departments support projects in areas such as IoT, macroelectronics, robotics, automotive and sustainable technologies.