BLDEA’s V.P. Dr. P.G. Halakatti College of Engineering and Technology, Vijayapura, offers a four-year full-time Bachelor of Engineering in Data Science affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University. The programme covers statistical analysis, machine learning, data visualisation, big data technologies, Python programming, and database management. Admission is through KCET 2026 and COMEDK UGET 2026. Total programme fees are INR 13,60,000 (INR 3,40,000 per year).
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to the BE 2026-27 batch at BLDEA’s V.P. Dr. P.G. Halakatti College of Engineering and Technology are conducted through KCET 2026 (Karnataka CET) and COMEDK UGET 2026. KCET results were declared on May 28, 2026 and COMEDK results on May 26, 2026. KEA counselling for KCET ranks and COMEDK counselling rounds are in progress for the 2026-27 batch. Management-quota seats are filled directly by the college.
BLDEA’s V.P. Dr. P.G. Halakatti College of Engineering BE Data Science Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 3,40,000 |
| Total Fees (4 years) | INR 13,60,000 |
- The total payable for the four-year BE (Data Science) programme is INR 13,60,000 (INR 3,40,000 per year across eight semesters), as per the official fee structure.
- Hostel and transport charges are levied separately. Confirm the current fee with the BLDEACET admissions office before enrolment.
BLDEA’s V.P. Dr. P.G. Halakatti College of Engineering BE Data Science Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| KCET 2026 Exam | April 23-24, 2026 |
| KCET 2026 Result | May 28, 2026 |
| COMEDK UGET 2026 Exam | May 9, 2026 |
| COMEDK UGET 2026 Result | May 26, 2026 |
| KEA KCET Counselling | June to August 2026 |
| COMEDK Counselling | June to July 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| KCET 2026 | Jan 17 to Feb 27, 2026 | Apr 23-24, 2026 | May 28, 2026 |
| COMEDK UGET 2026 | Feb 3 to March 23, 2026 | May 9, 2026 | May 26, 2026 |
- Government-quota seats at BLDEACET are allotted through KCET 2026 counselling managed by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). Candidates participate in the online choice-filling exercise and receive allotments based on their KCET rank, category reservation, and branch preferences. BLDEACET CET code is E038.
- COMEDK UGET quota seats are allotted through the centralised COMEDK counselling process (COMEDK code E026). Both state-domicile and out-of-state candidates may participate.
- Management-quota seats are filled directly by the college subject to VTU and Karnataka government norms. Candidates may contact the admissions office at 9513398031.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed the 10+2 (PUC or equivalent) examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology, or Electronics as an additional subject.
- A minimum aggregate of 45 per cent marks in the qualifying examination (40 per cent for SC/ST/OBC as per Karnataka state norms) is required.
- For KCET quota seats, candidates must be Karnataka state domicile or satisfy the eligibility criteria prescribed by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA).
- For COMEDK UGET seats, candidates from any state may apply; no domicile restriction applies for the COMEDK quota.
Admission Process
- Appear in KCET 2026 (April 23-24) or COMEDK UGET 2026 (May 9) to obtain a rank for government or COMEDK quota seats respectively.
- Register on the KEA portal (for KCET) or the COMEDK counselling portal (for COMEDK) after results are declared, and upload required documents.
- Fill in college-branch preferences online, listing BLDEACET (CET code E038 / COMEDK code E026) and the desired branch among your choices.
- Receive seat allotment based on rank and availability; accept the allotted seat within the stipulated window and pay the provisional admission fee.
- Report to BLDEACET, Vijayapura, with original documents (10+2 mark sheets, transfer certificate, category certificate if applicable) for document verification and enrolment.
✓ Opt for this if
- Karnataka domicile student targeting data analytics or ML careers
- Candidates wanting a specialised data science degree under VTU
- Students seeking a differentiated CS specialisation at a moderate fee
- KCET aspirants in North Karnataka interested in emerging tech fields
✗ Skip if
- Students who prefer the broader CSE label for tech company applications
- Candidates targeting a nationally ranked data science programme
- Aspirants needing strong industry tie-ups for data science internships
BLDEA’s V.P. Dr. P.G. Halakatti College of Engineering BE Data Science Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Karnataka Government SC/ST Scholarship | Full tuition reimbursement | SC/ST students domiciled in Karnataka; income within state norms; credited to institution |
| Karnataka Government OBC Scholarship | Partial fee assistance | OBC students domiciled in Karnataka; income-based eligibility per state norms |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | Up to INR 50,000 per year | Female students in AICTE-approved engineering programmes; family income below INR 8 lakh per year |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship (PwD) | Up to INR 50,000 per year | Students with 40 per cent or more disability in AICTE-approved institutions |
- SC and ST students domiciled in Karnataka are eligible for full tuition reimbursement under the Karnataka government post-matric scholarship scheme, credited directly to the institution.
- OBC students may apply for partial fee assistance through the Karnataka government scholarship portal; income limits and annual quotas apply.
- Female students and students with disabilities in AICTE-approved programmes may apply for AICTE Pragati and Saksham scholarships respectively through the National Scholarship Portal.
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