BLDEA’s V.P. Dr. P.G. Halakatti College of Engineering and Technology, Vijayapura, offers a two-year full-time Master of Technology in Environmental Engineering affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University. The programme covers water and wastewater treatment, air pollution control, solid waste management, environmental impact assessment, and sustainable development. Admission is through Karnataka PGCET 2026 and GATE 2026. Total programme fees are INR 1,39,000.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to the M.Tech 2026-27 batch at BLDEA’s V.P. Dr. P.G. Halakatti College of Engineering and Technology are conducted through Karnataka PGCET 2026 (M.E./M.Tech). The PGCET M.Tech examination was held on May 23, 2026; results are expected tentatively on July 8, 2026. KEA counselling for PGCET ranks follows thereafter. Candidates with valid GATE 2026 scores may also be considered for designated seats.
BLDEA’s V.P. Dr. P.G. Halakatti College of Engineering M.Tech Environmental Engineering Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 69,500 |
| Total Fees (2 years) | INR 1,39,000 |
- The total payable for the two-year M.Tech programme at BLDEACET is INR 1,39,000 (INR 69,500 per year across four semesters). Confirm the current fee with the BLDEACET PG admissions office before enrolment, as the fee structure is subject to annual revision by the regulatory authority.
- Hostel charges are not included in the above total. Additional charges such as examination and laboratory fees may be levied separately each semester.
BLDEA’s V.P. Dr. P.G. Halakatti College of Engineering M.Tech Environmental Engineering Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| K. PGCET 2026 M.Tech Exam | May 23, 2026 |
| K. PGCET 2026 Result | July 8, 2026 (Tentative) |
| KEA M.Tech Counselling | July to August 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | September 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| K. PGCET 2026 (M.Tech) | Mar 23 to Apr 8, 2026 | May 23, 2026 | July 8, 2026 (Tentative) |
| GATE 2026 | Aug 24 to Sep 12, 2025 | Feb 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 |
- Government-quota M.Tech seats at BLDEACET are allotted through Karnataka PGCET 2026 counselling managed by KEA. Seats are allotted based on PGCET rank, reservation category, and branch preferences.
- Candidates with a valid GATE score may be considered for designated GATE-quota seats where available. Refer to the latest VTU/KEA notification for the current-session GATE quota allocation.
- Management-quota seats are filled directly by the college. Candidates may contact the BLDEACET PG admissions office at 9513398031 or admissions@bldeacet.ac.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a BE / B.Tech degree (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 50 per cent marks (45 per cent for SC/ST candidates as per Karnataka norms).
- A valid GATE score in the relevant paper or a valid Karnataka PGCET 2026 rank is required for respective quota seats.
- Final-year BE/B.Tech candidates may apply provisionally, subject to meeting all eligibility requirements before commencement of M.Tech classes.
Admission Process
- Appear in Karnataka PGCET 2026 (M.Tech, May 23, 2026) or ensure a valid GATE 2026 score is available before counselling opens.
- After PGCET results (expected July 8, 2026), register on the KEA portal for M.Tech counselling and upload mark sheets, degree certificate, and category certificate if applicable.
- Fill in college-branch preferences online, listing BLDEACET, Vijayapura, and the desired M.Tech specialisation.
- Accept the seat allotment within the stipulated window and pay the provisional admission fee to confirm your seat.
- Report to BLDEACET with original documents (BE/B.Tech degree, mark sheets, PGCET or GATE score card, transfer certificate, category certificate) for document verification and enrolment.
✓ Opt for this if
- Civil or environmental BE graduates seeking an affordable M.Tech PG
- Karnataka PGCET candidates in Civil or Environmental seeking VTU seats
- Candidates targeting government environmental or pollution control roles
- Students in North Karnataka seeking a specialised environmental PG
✗ Skip if
- Candidates who can access a top environmental engineering programme nationally
- Students seeking a research lab with advanced environmental instrumentation
- Aspirants needing strong industry placement in environmental consulting
BLDEA’s V.P. Dr. P.G. Halakatti College of Engineering M.Tech Environmental Engineering 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 |
| Post-Graduate Indira Gandhi Scholarship (Single Girl Child) | INR 36,200 per year | Single girl child pursuing full-time PG programme; apply via National Scholarship Portal |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | Up to INR 50,000 per year | Female students in AICTE-approved PG programmes; family income below INR 8 lakh per year |
- 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.
- Single girl children in full-time PG programmes may apply for the Post-Graduate Indira Gandhi Scholarship through the National Scholarship Portal.
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