Acharya Institute of Technology (AIT), Bangalore offers a 4-year, full-time Bachelor of Engineering (BE) across 13 specialisations under Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) affiliation, with AICTE approval and NAAC accreditation. Branches range from Computer Science, AI & ML, and Data Science to Aeronautical, Mechanical, Civil, and Biotechnology. Total fees range from INR 4,07,000 to INR 12,04,000. Admission is through KCET and COMEDK UGET merit, plus a management quota, at the Soldevanahalli campus.
Admission Status: For the 2026-27 session, the KCET exam was held on April 23-24, 2026 and results were declared on May 28, 2026. KEA and COMEDK counselling is underway through June/July 2026, with classes commencing in August 2026.
Key Points
- 13 BE branches spanning computing, electronics, mechanical, aerospace, and biotech
- Newer branches include AI & ML, Data Science, and Robotics & AI
- VTU curriculum with branch-specific labs and final-year project work
- Seats filled via KCET, COMEDK UGET, and a direct management quota
AIT BE Fees 2026
BE fees at AIT vary by branch, ranging from INR 4,07,000 for core branches to INR 12,04,000 for computing and high-demand specialisations over four years. Government-quota fees allotted through KCET counselling are lower.
| Specialisation | Total Fees |
| Aeronautical Engineering, AI & ML, Computer Science and Engineering, Data Science, Electronics & Communication, Information Science, Mechatronics, Robotics & AI | INR 12,04,000 |
| Biotechnology, Electrical & Electronics | INR 9,18,000 |
| Automobile Engineering | INR 4,17,000 |
| Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering | INR 4,07,000 |
- One-time admission, hostel, and transport charges are payable separately.
- Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.
AIT BE Admission 2026
Admission to BE at AIT is based on KCET and COMEDK UGET merit for government and consortium seats, with management-quota seats filled through direct application to the college.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| KCET Registration | January 2026 |
| KCET Exam | April 23-24, 2026 |
| COMEDK UGET Exam | May 9, 2026 |
| KCET Result | May 28, 2026 |
| KEA / COMEDK Counselling | June/July 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
| KCET | January 2026 | April 23-24, 2026 | May 28, 2026 |
| COMEDK UGET | February 2026 | May 9, 2026 | May 26, 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics, plus Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or Computer Science.
- Minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved categories) in the qualifying examination.
- Valid KCET or COMEDK UGET score for government and consortium-quota seats.
Admission Process
- Register for KCET on the KEA portal or COMEDK UGET within the notified window.
- Appear for the entrance examination and obtain a valid score.
- Participate in KEA or COMEDK counselling with choice-filling and seat allotment.
- For management quota, apply directly to the college with 10+2 marks.
- Complete document verification and pay fees to confirm admission.
✓ Opt for this if
- You want a Bangalore campus near major tech recruiters
- You seek newer branches like AI, Data Science, Robotics
- Core-branch aspirants wanting lower four-year fees
- KCET or COMEDK rank holders seeking VTU degrees
✗ Skip if
- You need an IIT or NIT tier brand
- Fee-sensitive students eyeing costlier computing branches
- You expect guaranteed core-sector placement
- You want to study outside Karnataka
AIT BE Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
| Government Scholarships | As per scheme | SC/ST/OBC and category students under state welfare schemes |
| Merit Scholarship | Variable | High KCET/COMEDK rank holders at admission |
| AICTE Pragati / Saksham | Up to INR 50,000 per year | Eligible girl students and students with disability |
| Education Loan | As required | Available through leading nationalised banks |
- Government scholarships cover part of tuition for eligible category students.
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