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SJCE Mysore M.Tech Health Science and Water Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
SJCE Mysore Latest Updates and News
07 Oct, 2026 SJCE Mysore Karnataka PGCET Round 1 GM Category Cutoff 2026 is 1621-9725 for MTech. View category-wise cutoff.
07 Apr, 2026 SJCE Mysore Fee Structure 2026 is out for M.Tech Health Science and Water Engineering programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 2.37 Lakhs.
Total fees
INR 1.31 Lakhs
2 years, no hostel
Median pay
INR 6 LPA
PG 2-year NIRF data
Cutoff
4,904
Karnataka PGCET, Round 2 2023
Placement rate
52%
PG placed share from NIRF data
In This Page▾
01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to placements
02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice
03EligibilityThe marks and exam you need before you apply
04Admission ProcessEvery step from the exam to reporting
05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step
06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel
07Will your rank get you in?Closing ranks by category and quota
08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed
09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side
10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply
About SJCE M.Tech HSW Engineering
SJCE offers a two-year, full-time M.Tech Health Science and Water Engineering course through Karnataka PGCET or GATE. The course is taught on campus over four semesters and has 12 seats. The college is part of JSS Science and Technology University. It has NBA accreditation and is in the NIRF Engineering 201 to 300 rank group 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 1.31 Lakhs and INR 2.71 Lakhs with hostel and mess. You need a relevant B.E. or B.Tech degree with 50% marks. The General Karnataka PGCET seat closed at rank 4,904 in round 2 of 2023. The PG median pay used here is INR 6 LPA, and the PG placed share is 52%.
SJCE M.Tech HSW Engineering Fees
The total fees with hostel is INR 2.71 Lakhs while the fees without hostel is INR 1.31 Lakhs. The tuition fee is INR 1.31 Lakhs. You pay the tuition fee once each year for two years. Hostel and mess are separate. The caution deposit comes back when you leave.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | INR 1.31 Lakhs | INR 65,390 a year, 2 years |
| Caution deposit | INR 10,000 | One time, refundable |
| Hostel and mess | INR 1.40 Lakhs | INR 70,000 a year, 2 years |
| Total, no hostel | INR 1.31 Lakhs | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 2.71 Lakhs | Full course |
SJCE M.Tech HSW Engineering Admission Dates
PGCET option entry closed on 18 Sep 2026 and mock allotment is due on 20 Sep 2026. Round 1 final allotment is expected on 25 Sep 2026. Keep the PGCET rank card, degree marksheets and fee receipt ready for reporting.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| PGCET application form, last date to apply | 1 May 2026 to 20 Jun 2026 | Over |
| PGCET admit card | 10 Jul 2026 | Over |
| PGCET M.Tech exam | 26 Jul 2026 | Over |
| PGCET result and rank | 22 Aug 2026 | Over |
| Document verification | 2 Sep 2026 to 10 Sep 2026 | Over |
| Option entry, last date to apply | 11 Sep 2026 to 18 Sep 2026 | Over |
| Mock allotment | 20 Sep 2026 | Confirmed |
| Round 1 provisional allotment | 22 Sep 2026 | Confirmed |
| Round 1 final allotment | 25 Sep 2026 | Confirmed |
| Admission fee, last date | 30 Sep 2026 | Confirmed |
| Physical reporting and document check | 10 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
| Classes start | 20 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
SJCE M.Tech HSW Engineering Eligibility
You need a relevant B.E. or B.Tech degree with 50% marks. Reserved category students need 45% marks. You also need a Karnataka PGCET rank or a valid GATE score. If you fall short on marks, you cannot use counselling for this seat.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Degree | B.E. or B.Tech in a relevant field |
| Marks | 50% for General, 45% for reserved category |
| Exam | Karnataka PGCET or GATE |
| Seat route | KEA counselling for government seats |
SJCE M.Tech HSW Engineering Admission Process
KEA allots government seats through PGCET rank and options. You register, get documents checked and fill choices. KEA then allots the seat. You pay the fee by the last date and report to the college. If you miss the fee date, you lose the seat.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Write PGCET or use GATE | Use the score route that applies to you |
| 2. Verify documents | Show degree marksheets and category papers if needed |
| 3. Fill options | Add SJCE and this M.Tech course in KEA option entry |
| 4. Accept the seat | Pay the fee and report with original papers |
SJCE M.Tech HSW Engineering Cutoff
The General seat closed at rank 4,904 and the OBC-NCL guide rank is 5,800. These are Karnataka PGCET closing ranks or guide ranges for this course. A lower rank is safer, so use the first allotment close for planning.
| Category | Closing rank or score | Round and year |
|---|---|---|
| General | 4,904 | Round 2, 2023 |
| OBC-NCL | 5,800 | Guide close, 2023 |
| SC | 8,000 | Guide close, 2023 |
| ST | 9,000 | Guide close, 2023 |
| EWS | 5,400 | Guide close, 2023 |
SJCE M.Tech HSW Engineering Placements
The PG 2-year median pay is INR 6 LPA and the placed share is 52% from the published NIRF data. This course leads to water, environment, public health engineering and project roles. Core employers depend on projects and the final semester work.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median pay | INR 6 LPA, PG 2-year data |
| Placed share | 52% |
| Seats | 12 |
| Course route | PGCET or GATE |
| Role areas | Water, environment, public health engineering and projects |
SJCE M.Tech HSW Engineering Scholarships
Four schemes can cut the fee by INR 20,000 to INR 80,000 over the course. The state post-matric scholarship gives the most. The college scholarship page points students to SC, ST and OBC schemes, while NSP handles central schemes.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| State post-matric scholarship | SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year | INR 60,000 over the course |
| Central Sector Scheme | Any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year | INR 20,000 over the course |
| Merit support | High qualifying marks | INR 30,000 over the course |
| OBC post-matric scholarship | OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year | INR 50,000 over the course |
SJCE M.Tech HSW Engineering Ranking
The college is in the NIRF Engineering 201 to 300 rank group 2025 and has NBA accreditation. It is a constituent college of JSS Science and Technology University. NIRF uses filed data, and NBA checks programme quality.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF Engineering | 2025 | 201 to 300 rank group |
| NBA | 2026 | Accredited |
| JSS Science and Technology University | 2026 | Constituent college |
SJCE M.Tech HSW Engineering Course Structure
Semester 1 and semester 2 cover water, health and environment basics, while the final year moves into electives and project work. You study for four semesters. The project matters because core water roles read it closely.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Water engineering, public health, lab work and core methods |
| Year 2 | Electives, project work and dissertation |
SJCE M.Tech HSW Engineering Hostel and Campus
Hostel and mess cost INR 70,000 a year if you take a room. The campus is in Mysuru, a calm education city. Ask the hostel office about room allotment before you pay, because hostel is separate from tuition.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Hostel and mess | INR 70,000 a year, if you take a room |
| Campus | JSS Technical Institutions Campus, Mysuru |
| City | Mysuru, with water and civic project offices nearby |
| Course work | Labs and project work on campus |
Should you pick M.Tech Health Science and Water Engineering at SJCE?
This course suits students who want water and public health engineering roles after a relevant degree.
Pick it if:
You want water-sector work: this course points to water, environment and public health engineering roles, not generic software jobs.
You have a PGCET rank near the close: round 2 reached 4,904, so keep it high if your rank is safer.
You want fee against pay: the fee is INR 1.31 Lakhs and PG median pay is INR 6 LPA.
You prefer Mysuru for study: the campus is in an education city with civic and water project offices nearby.
Skip it if:
You want only IT roles: this course is closer to water projects, environment work and public health systems.
You depend on a late round: old round 2 data is useful, but the current year can close earlier.
You need hostel certainty first: hostel cost is separate, so ask the office before paying the course fee.
You need a large batch: the intake is 12 seats, so peer learning is smaller than bigger M.Tech branches.
Counsellor's advice
If your goal is water or public health engineering, keep this high. If you want software jobs, pick another branch before it.
M.Tech Health Science and Water Engineering Eligibility▾
Degree: You need B.E. or B.Tech in a relevant engineering field.
Marks: You need 50% aggregate marks; reserved category students need 45%.
Exam: You need Karnataka PGCET or a valid GATE score for admission.
Counselling: KEA handles government seats for M.Tech at SJCE.
M.Tech Health Science and Water Engineering Admission Process▾
Write exam: Take Karnataka PGCET or use a valid GATE score.
Verify papers: Show degree marksheets, category paper if any, and identity proof.
Fill options: Add SJCE and this M.Tech course in the KEA option form.
Pay fee: Pay by the KEA last date and report to the college with originals.
M.Tech Health Science and Water Engineering Admission Dates 2026
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These are the official 2026 dates. Tap 2027 Session for expected dates of the next batch.
The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026.
Over
1 May 2026 to 20 Jun 2026
PGCET application form, last date to apply
Last date to apply was 20 Jun 2026. Late forms were not taken.
Over
10 Jul 2026
PGCET admit card
You needed the admit card for the exam centre.
Over
26 Jul 2026
PGCET M.Tech exam
The rank used for counselling came from this exam.
Over
22 Aug 2026
PGCET result and rank
KEA published the rank before document verification.
Over
2 Sep 2026 to 10 Sep 2026
Document verification
You needed degree marksheets and category papers if used.
Over
11 Sep 2026 to 18 Sep 2026
Option entry, last date to apply
Choices locked when the window shut on 18 Sep 2026.
Confirmed
20 Sep 2026
Mock allotment
Use it to reorder options before the final choice lock.
Confirmed
22 Sep 2026
Round 1 provisional allotment
Check whether this course is allotted before the final list.
Confirmed
25 Sep 2026
Round 1 final allotment
The final allotment decides fee payment for round 1.
Confirmed
30 Sep 2026
Admission fee, last date
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by 30 Sep 2026.
Confirmed
10 Oct 2026
Physical reporting and document check
Bring originals and the fee receipt to the college.
Confirmed
20 Oct 2026
Classes start
The first semester begins after reporting.
Tentative
May 2027
PGCET application form, last date to apply
Expected in the same month as this year.
Tentative
Jul 2027
PGCET admit card
Expected before the M.Tech exam.
Tentative
Jul 2027
PGCET M.Tech exam
Expected in the same month as this year.
Tentative
Aug 2027
PGCET result and rank
Expected after the exam window.
Tentative
Sep 2027
Document verification
Expected before option entry.
Tentative
Sep 2027
Option entry, last date to apply
Expected to stay open for about a week.
Tentative
Sep 2027
Mock allotment
Expected after option entry closes.
Tentative
Sep 2027
Round allotments
Expected after the mock list.
Tentative
Oct 2027
Admission fee
Expected within days of allotment.
Tentative
Oct 2027
Physical reporting and document check
Expected before classes start.
Tentative
Oct 2027
Classes start
Expected after college reporting.
Source: Karnataka Examinations Authority. Confirm on the official site before you act.
SJCE M.Tech Health Science and Water Engineering Fees 2026
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This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.
Tuition fee
Per year × 2, INR 65,390 a year
INR 1.31 Lakhs
Caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 10,000
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess
Per year × 2, INR 70,000 a year
INR 1.40 Lakhs
Education loan EMI
INR 2,209
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
458%
median first-year pay INR 6 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 4,569
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
221%
median first-year pay INR 6 LPA vs the full fee
Source: SJCE fee data. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your rank get you Health Science and Water Engineering at SJCE?
Pick your category and quota. The cutoff ranges are this course's Karnataka PGCET guide ranks.
Category
Quota
General · Karnataka
3,900 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
3,901 to 4,904: almost there. Later rounds may help if seats stay empty.
Worse than 4,904: not this year. Try GATE or another branch.
General · Open
2,730 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
2,731 to 3,433: almost there. Later rounds may help if seats stay empty.
Worse than 3,433: not this year. Try GATE or another branch.
OBC-NCL · Karnataka
4,600 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
4,601 to 5,800: almost there. Later rounds may help if seats stay empty.
Worse than 5,800: not this year. Try GATE or another branch.
OBC-NCL · Open
3,220 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
3,221 to 4,060: almost there. Later rounds may help if seats stay empty.
Worse than 4,060: not this year. Try GATE or another branch.
SC · Karnataka
6,400 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
6,401 to 8,000: almost there. Later rounds may help if seats stay empty.
Worse than 8,000: not this year. Try GATE or another branch.
SC · Open
4,480 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
4,481 to 5,600: almost there. Later rounds may help if seats stay empty.
Worse than 5,600: not this year. Try GATE or another branch.
ST · Karnataka
7,200 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
7,201 to 9,000: almost there. Later rounds may help if seats stay empty.
Worse than 9,000: not this year. Try GATE or another branch.
ST · Open
5,040 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
5,041 to 6,300: almost there. Later rounds may help if seats stay empty.
Worse than 6,300: not this year. Try GATE or another branch.
EWS · Karnataka
4,300 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
4,301 to 5,400: almost there. Later rounds may help if seats stay empty.
Worse than 5,400: not this year. Try GATE or another branch.
EWS · Open
3,010 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
3,011 to 3,780: almost there. Later rounds may help if seats stay empty.
Worse than 3,780: not this year. Try GATE or another branch.
EDITOR'S NOTE
A lower PGCET rank is safer. Use the older round 2 close only as a guide, because the 2026 list can move.
SJCE M.Tech Health Science and Water Engineering Scholarship Calculator
Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.
Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.
State post-matric scholarship
INR 60,000
State social welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersCentral Sector Scheme
INR 20,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, strong recordApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersMerit support
INR 30,000
SJCE or JSS support desk
Given when marks and college rules match.
Who qualifies: high qualifying marksApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answersOBC post-matric scholarship
INR 50,000
State backward classes welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answersNo scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
SJCE M.Tech Health Science and Water Engineering vs similar colleges
Tap a college to see it next to SJCE. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.
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BMS College of Engineering
Bengaluru
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Ramaiah Institute of Technology
Bengaluru
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The National Institute of Engineering
Mysuru
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PES College of Engineering Mandya
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University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering
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Total fees2 years, no hostel
INR 1.31 Lakhs
tuition fee
INR 2 Lakhs
INR 69,000 more
INR 2.20 Lakhs
INR 89,000 more
INR 1.80 Lakhs
INR 49,000 more
INR 1.20 Lakhs
INR 11,000 less
INR 1.50 Lakhs
INR 19,000 more
Median paylatest PG data
INR 6 LPA
PG 2-year data
INR 7.5 LPA
INR 1.5 LPA more
INR 7 LPA
INR 1 LPA more
INR 5.5 LPA
INR 0.5 LPA less
INR 4.8 LPA
INR 1.2 LPA less
INR 5.2 LPA
INR 0.8 LPA less
Placement rateshare of the PG batch placed
52%
NIRF data
60%
8 points higher
65%
13 points higher
50%
2 points lower
45%
7 points lower
48%
4 points lower
Closing rankKarnataka PGCET, General
4,904
Round 2, 2023
3,800
1,104 places tougher
4,200
704 places tougher
5,600
696 places easier
6,500
1,596 places easier
4,800
104 places tougher
Seatsthis branch
12
PGCET or GATE
18
6 more
24
12 more
12
Same seats
18
6 more
18
6 more
ROImedian pay vs the full fee
458%
on INR 6 LPA
375%
83 points lower
318%
140 points lower
306%
152 points lower
400%
58 points lower
347%
111 points lower
In short
BMSCE pays more on the PG median, but its fee is higher and its cutoff is tougher. If you clear both and can pay more, compare the guide fit before you decide.
In short
Ramaiah has stronger pay and more seats, but it costs more and the cutoff is tougher. If the fee matters, SJCE is the lighter choice.
In short
NIE is in the same city and has the same seat count, but the fee is higher and median pay is lower. If SJCE allots you a seat, keep it above NIE.
In short
PES Mandya costs less and has an easier cutoff, but its pay and placement rate are lower. If cost is your main worry, keep it as a backup.
In short
UVCE has more seats, but SJCE costs less and has higher median pay in this table. If your rank clears SJCE, take the Mysuru seat first.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on SJCE M.Tech Health Science and Water Engineering
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is this M.Tech course at SJCE worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you want water or public health engineering work. The full fee without hostel is INR 1.31 Lakhs, and the PG median pay used here is INR 6 LPA. The ROI tile shows 458%, so the fee can pay back fast. Check the guide list and project area before you pay.
Should I take this seat if my PGCET rank is near 4,904?▾
Yes, but keep one safer option too. The General seat closed at rank 4,904 in round 2 of 2023, and the current year can move. Add SJCE high in option entry, but do not remove a safer M.Tech choice until allotment is final.
What job can I get after this course?▾
This course suits water, environment, public health engineering and project roles. The PG median pay printed on this page is INR 6 LPA, and the placed share is 52%. Build your project around water systems or health-linked infrastructure, because that is what employers will read first.
Who should skip this course at SJCE?▾
Skip it if you want only software jobs or a very large M.Tech batch. The course has 12 seats and is closer to water and public health engineering. If you want coding roles, use this only if you can also build strong software skills outside class.
Is this course better for higher studies or for a job?▾
It can work for both, but the project topic matters. The course has four semesters and ends with project work. If you want a Ph.D., pick a guide early and make the dissertation strong. If you want a job, use the project to show field or lab skill.
Should I wait for GATE instead of taking PGCET admission?▾
Wait only if a strong GATE score is realistic for you. PGCET already gives the SJCE route, and the fee is INR 1.31 Lakhs without hostel. If your PGCET rank is safe, take the seat and use GATE later for research or public sector exams.
Is the small intake a problem for placements?▾
It can be a strength or a limit. The course has 12 seats, so faculty attention can be closer. But a small batch also means fewer classmates and a smaller course network. Check the project labs and talk to the department before you decide.
Is Mysuru a good city for this course?▾
Yes, if you want a quieter study city with civic and water project exposure. SJCE is in Mysuru, and the course connects to water and public health engineering. If you need a large metro job market during semesters, Bengaluru colleges may feel easier.
How do I get admission to this M.Tech course?▾
Use Karnataka PGCET or a valid GATE score. KEA handles government seats, so you register, verify documents, fill options and wait for allotment. If SJCE is allotted, pay the fee by the KEA date and report with your original degree papers.
What is the full fee for this course?▾
The full course fee without hostel is INR 1.31 Lakhs. With hostel and mess, the working total on this page is INR 2.71 Lakhs. The fee block shows both totals and the loan EMI, so check it before you decide how to pay.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
Yes, the tuition fee is shown year wise here. The row uses INR 65,390 a year for two years. If you need smaller parts, ask the fee office before the admission fee date. Do not wait until reporting day to ask.
Can scholarships reduce my fee?▾
Yes, if your category and income match a scheme. The calculator shows INR 20,000 to INR 80,000 possible waiver on the course fee. SC, ST and OBC students should check state post-matric schemes. General students can check NSP schemes and merit support.
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