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Basaveshwar Engineering College (BEC), Bagalkot is a government-aided autonomous engineering college established in 1963. It is managed by the Basava Vidya Vardhaka (BVV) Sangha and is affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi. BEC Bagalkot is approved by AICTE, accredited by NAAC with an A grade (valid 2024 to 2029), and holds NBA accreditation for select engineering programmes.
BEC Bagalkot does not currently appear in NIRF rankings. The college is one of the older autonomous engineering institutions in North Karnataka, with over six decades of engineering education.
The campus is situated on the Raichur-Belgaum Road, 5 kilometres from Bagalkot city. BEC offers a broad portfolio of engineering, management, science, and research programmes.
- BE: 10+ branches including CSE, AI/ML, Electronics and Communication, Information Science, Electrical and Electronics, Civil, Mechanical, Automobile, Biotechnology, and Electronics and Computer Engineering
- B.Tech: Electronics and Computer Science
- M.Tech: Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Machine Design, and Environmental Engineering
- MBA and MCA: 2-year programmes at the postgraduate management and applications level
- M.Sc: 8 disciplines including Computer Science, Physics, Biotechnology, and Engineering Sciences
- PhD: Research programmes in 8 engineering and science disciplines recognised by VTU
The annual fees for BE in CSE, AI/ML, ECE, EEE, and ISE under the government quota is INR 2.35 Lakhs per year. BE Civil and Mechanical annual fees are INR 1.20 Lakhs per year. M.Tech total fees are INR 1.82 Lakhs. As a government-aided college, BEC Bagalkot fee structures are among the lowest for autonomous engineering colleges in Karnataka. BEC does not have an in-house merit scholarship fund. Eligible students avail Karnataka Rajyotsava and NSP-linked scholarships.
As per NIRF 2025 data, 529 UG students from the graduating batch were placed, with a median package of INR 4 LPA. Top recruiters include TCS, Bharat Electronics Limited, Global Edge, and Tesco.
BEC Bagalkot Admission Dates 2026
BEC Bagalkot admissions for the 2026-27 academic session were through KCET 2026, conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). KCET 2026 counselling has concluded and the batch is enrolled. The next round of admissions opens with KCET 2027.
| Event | 2026-27 Session (Concluded) | 2027-28 Session (Tentative) |
|---|---|---|
| KCET Examination | April-May 2026 (Concluded) | April-May 2027 |
| KEA Counselling and Allotment | June to September 2026 (Concluded) | June to September 2027 |
| Management Quota (COMED-K) | Concluded | June to July 2027 |
| Session Commencement | August 2026 | August 2027 |
The table below shows the admission route for each programme family at BEC Bagalkot. Government quota and management quota seats follow different counselling pathways.
| Programme | Government Quota | Management Quota |
|---|---|---|
| BE (all branches) | KCET rank via KEA counselling | COMED-K or direct at BEC Bagalkot |
| B.Tech (Lateral) | DCET (Diploma Karnataka CET) via KEA | Direct at BEC Bagalkot |
| M.Tech | PGCET (Karnataka PGCET) via KEA | COMED-K PG or direct |
| MBA | PGCET (Karnataka PGCET) via KEA | COMED-K PG or direct |
| MCA | PGCET (Karnataka PGCET) via KEA | COMED-K PG or direct |
| PhD | VTU PhD Entrance Test | VTU PhD Entrance Test |
BEC Bagalkot Courses and Fees
BEC Bagalkot offers engineering and management programmes at UG, PG, and doctoral levels. The annual fees below are from the 2026 schedule under the government quota. BE is a 4-year programme.
| Programme | Duration | Govt Quota Annual Fee | Management Quota Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| BE (CSE, AI/ML, ECE, EEE, ISE) | 4 years | INR 2.35 Lakhs | INR 3.00 to 4.50 Lakhs |
| BE (Civil, Mechanical) | 4 years | INR 1.20 Lakhs | INR 1.00 to 1.25 Lakhs |
| BE (Biotechnology) | 4 years | INR 0.80 Lakhs | INR 0.75 Lakhs |
| BE (Automobile Engineering) | 4 years | INR 3.07 Lakhs (total) | INR 0.50 Lakhs per year |
| M.Tech | 2 years | INR 1.82 Lakhs (total) | Refer college directly |
| MBA | 2 years | INR 1.28 Lakhs (total) | Refer college directly |
| MCA | 2 years | INR 1.28 Lakhs (total) | Refer college directly |
| M.Sc (Engineering Sciences) | 2 years | INR 0.65 Lakhs (total) | Refer college directly |
| PhD | 3 years (minimum) | INR 0.95 Lakhs (total) | INR 0.95 Lakhs (total) |
As a government-aided institution, BEC Bagalkot’s government-quota fees are regulated by the Karnataka government. The CSE and allied digital branches (AI/ML, ISE, ECE) carry the highest fee band among all BE programmes at the college.
BEC Bagalkot Admission Process
BE Admission
BE admission at BEC Bagalkot follows the Karnataka KCET process governed by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). All government-quota seats are filled through the KEA KCET counselling.
- Eligibility: 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Mathematics, and a third subject (Chemistry/Computer Science/Electronics/Biology) with minimum 45% aggregate for General category
- Entrance exam: Valid KCET score (conducted by KEA annually in April-May)
- Selection stages: KCET rank, KEA online registration, document verification, choice filling, allotment, and joining at BEC Bagalkot
- Management quota: Filled through COMED-K (Consortium of Medical, Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka) or direct management quota at BEC Bagalkot with JEE Main/KCET score
BEC Bagalkot, being an autonomous college, attracts candidates from across North Karnataka including Bagalkot, Vijayapura, Dharwad, and Belagavi districts. The KCET closing rank for CSE at BEC typically falls in the 10,000 to 25,000 range for General Category candidates, varying each year based on applicant pool.
M.Tech, MBA, and MCA Admission
Postgraduate admissions are through PGCET (Karnataka Post Graduate Common Entrance Test) for government quota seats and direct/COMED-K for management quota. M.Tech eligibility requires a BE/B.Tech degree in a relevant engineering branch with minimum 50% aggregate. MBA and MCA require graduation with minimum 50% aggregate and valid PGCET/COMED-K score.
PhD Admission
PhD admissions at BEC are through the VTU PhD Entrance Test. The college has 10 VTU-recognised Research Centres across engineering and science departments, supporting full-time and part-time doctoral research for faculty and industry candidates.
BEC Bagalkot Placements
BEC Bagalkot runs a dedicated Training and Placement Cell that coordinates campus recruitment. The 2025 placement season saw 529 UG students placed with a median CTC of INR 4 LPA as reported in NIRF 2025 data. An additional 35 PG students were placed with a median CTC of INR 4 LPA.
Top recruiters in recent placement seasons have included TCS, Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Global Edge, Tesco Technology, and Infosys. Government-sector recruitment (BEL, KPTCL, BMRCL) is strong among Civil and Electrical branch students, reflecting BEC’s North Karnataka location and proximity to public sector engineering projects in the region.
| Metric | 2025 (NIRF Data) |
|---|---|
| UG Students Placed | 529 |
| PG Students Placed | 35 |
| Median CTC (UG) | INR 4 LPA |
| Median CTC (PG) | INR 4 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | TCS, BEL, Global Edge, Tesco, Infosys |
BEC Bagalkot Scholarships
BEC Bagalkot students are eligible for Karnataka state government and central government scholarship schemes. The college facilitates scholarship application and documentation for eligible students through its administrative office.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka Rajyotsava Scholarship | SC/ST students from Karnataka enrolled in government-aided colleges, with family income below the ceiling | Tuition fee reimbursement |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | SC/ST students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs per annum | Full tuition fee and maintenance allowance per NSP norms |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | 12th pass with 80th percentile in state board, with family income below INR 8 Lakhs per annum | INR 10,000 per annum (UG first 3 years) |
| Minority Scholarships (Pre-Matric and Post-Matric) | Minority community students with income below state ceiling | Partial fee support and maintenance allowance per Ministry norms |
Eligible students should apply through the NSP portal and Karnataka scholarship portals within the announced deadlines each academic year. SC/ST students from Karnataka enrolled under government quota have the highest coverage under state schemes.
BEC Bagalkot Campus and Infrastructure
BEC Bagalkot is located on the Raichur-Belgaum National Highway, 5 kilometres from Bagalkot city. The campus is self-contained with academic blocks, laboratories, and administrative facilities spread across the grounds.
The college maintains department-level laboratories supporting all BE disciplines, a central library with engineering and management resources, computer centres, and Wi-Fi connectivity. Sports and recreation facilities include playgrounds and an indoor games area. Separate hostel facilities are available for boys and girls. The campus also houses a canteen and banking facility for resident students.
BEC’s 10 VTU-recognised Research Centres support active research in engineering and science disciplines. The college’s autonomous status under VTU allows it to design its own syllabus and conduct internal examinations, which is a differentiator compared to non-autonomous VTU colleges in the region.
BEC Bagalkot vs KLS Gogte Institute of Technology vs SDMCET Dharwad
These three autonomous engineering colleges in North Karnataka serve a broadly overlapping applicant pool: KCET aspirants from Bagalkot, Belagavi, Dharwad, Vijayapura, and surrounding districts who are choosing among government-aided engineering institutions in the region.
| Parameter | BEC Bagalkot | KLS GIT Belagavi | SDMCET Dharwad |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | Bagalkot, Karnataka | Belagavi, Karnataka | Dharwad, Karnataka |
| Year Established | 1963 | 2002 | 2002 |
| Managing Body | BVV Sangha | KLS Society | SDM Education Society |
| VTU Autonomous | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| NAAC Grade | A | A | A+ |
| BE CSE Govt Quota Annual Fee | INR 2.35 Lakhs | Comparable range | Comparable range |
| Admission Route | KCET via KEA | KCET via KEA | KCET via KEA |
BEC Bagalkot stands out as the oldest (1963) among these three colleges, with the longest placement track record. KLS GIT Belagavi and SDMCET Dharwad are newer institutions. SDMCET holds a slightly higher NAAC A+ grade. The choice among these colleges typically depends on location preference, branch availability, and KCET rank range. No single college dominates across all parameters.
BEC Bagalkot FAQs
Ques. Is BEC Bagalkot a government or private college?
Ans. BEC Bagalkot is a government-aided autonomous engineering college managed by the BVV Sangha. It is not a government college, but it receives government grant-in-aid, which keeps fee levels regulated and lower than fully private institutions. Admissions go through the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) KCET process.
Ques. What is the KCET cutoff for BEC Bagalkot CSE?
Ans. The KCET closing rank for CSE at BEC Bagalkot for General Category candidates typically falls in the 10,000 to 25,000 range, varying by year based on the applicant pool and seat availability. Candidates can check the official KEA website for round-wise closing ranks from KCET 2026.
Ques. What is the BE CSE fee at BEC Bagalkot?
Ans. The annual fee for BE in CSE, AI/ML, ECE, ISE, and EEE under the government quota is INR 2.35 Lakhs per year, totalling INR 9.40 Lakhs for the 4-year programme. BE Civil and Mechanical annual fees are INR 1.20 Lakhs per year. Management quota fees are higher.
Ques. Is BEC Bagalkot NAAC accredited?
Ans. Yes. BEC Bagalkot holds NAAC A grade accreditation, valid from 2024 to 2029. The college also holds NBA accreditation for select engineering programmes and is approved by AICTE.
Ques. What are the placement statistics for BEC Bagalkot?
Ans. As per NIRF 2025 data, 529 UG students from BEC Bagalkot were placed with a median CTC of INR 4 LPA. An additional 35 PG students were placed at a similar median. Top recruiters include TCS, Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Global Edge, Tesco, and Infosys.
Ques. Is BEC Bagalkot affiliated to VTU?
Ans. Yes. BEC Bagalkot is affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi. It holds autonomous status under VTU, which allows the college to design its own curriculum and conduct internal assessments independently of the VTU-wide syllabus.
Ques. Does BEC Bagalkot offer M.Tech programmes?
Ans. Yes. BEC Bagalkot offers M.Tech in four specialisations: Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Machine Design, and Environmental Engineering. Admission is through PGCET (Karnataka Post Graduate Common Entrance Test) for government quota seats. Total M.Tech fees are INR 1.82 Lakhs for the 2-year programme under the government quota.
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With a KCET rank of 46,000, getting Computer Science and Engineering at Basaveshwar Engineering College is unlikely under the general category, as previous closing ranks were lower. However, reserved category candidates or later counselling rounds may have slight chances. Consider related branches and participate in all counselling rounds carefully.
The fee for Automobile Engineering at BEC Bagalkot is INR 2.6 Lakhs. The student should have passed 2nd PUC / 12th standard or equivalent examination with English as one of the languages and obtained 45% of marks in aggregate in Physics & Mathematics along with Chemistry / Bio-Technology / Computer Science / Electronics / Biology.
Basaveshwar Engineering College (BEC) requires applicants for its MBA program to appear for a recognized entrance exam like PGCET, KMAT, or CMAT, as per the guidelines from Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and the Government of Karnataka.
The admission process for the MBA program at Basaveshwar Engineering College (BEC), Bagalkot, starts in the first week of July.
BEC Bagalkot B.Tech .Government Quota fee is not disclosed. However, the general seat fees is available which is INR Ten lacs sixty six thousand. The year wise fee details are not available.
Click here to get the year wise fee details of BEC Bagalkot undergraduate and postgraduate courses. The highest package recorded yet in BEC Bagalkot is INR 8 lacs per year.
Basaveshwar Engineering College has not released the year wise fee structure of B.E. in online mode. However, the total fee is disclosed for Government and General seat. The total fee of Government seat is INR 4.17 lacs and the total fee of General seat is INR 7.76 lacs. The average per year hostel fee is INR 48 thousand.
There are various courses offered at the Basaveshwar Engineering College with different first year fees. Mentioned below are the first year fee of the courses offered at the university:
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The per year fee of Basaveswara Engineering College MBA is INR 50 thousand. The second year fee is also the same. The total fee of the course is INR 1 lacs. The admission to the course is offered on Karnataka PGCET Exam. The expected cutoff required for admission is 17572.
There are more than 50 companies which visit BEC Bagalkot. The highest package is INR 15 LPA. The average package offered is INR 3 LPA.
The fee for the Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering is INR 2,61,000 for the duration of 4 years which includes various charges such as youth development fund, examination fees, tuition fees, medical fees, and other minimal charges.
The fee for the course EC engineering is INR 65,340 for the lateral entry. You can register for the brochure for more details.