VIT Bangalore BE AI and ML FAQs
Ques. When was the BE AI and ML department established at VIT Bangalore and what is the intake?
Ans. The Department of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at Vivekananda Institute of Technology Bangalore was established in 2020 with an initial intake of 60 students. The intake was increased to 90 students in 2024 following AICTE approval for the expansion. The department is affiliated to VTU, Belagavi and follows the VTU curriculum, covering machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, and natural language processing subjects across eight semesters.
Ques. What career roles are available after completing BE AI and ML from VIT Bangalore?
Ans. Graduates can pursue roles as machine learning engineers, data scientists, AI product analysts, computer vision engineers, and NLP developers at technology companies and IT services firms. The programme prepares students for positions in sectors including fintech, healthtech, e-commerce, and enterprise software. The VTU-affiliated degree is recognised across Karnataka and the broader Indian technology industry for technical roles requiring AI and ML foundations.
Ques. What is the KCET rank range for BE AI and ML at VIT Bangalore?
Ans. Cutoff ranks for BE AI and Machine Learning at VIT Bangalore vary each year based on the number of applicants and seats available. As a general reference, AI and ML branches at similar-tier Karnataka colleges have attracted KCET ranks in the range of 40,000 to 80,000 in recent years, though actual cutoffs depend on reservation category and counselling round. Candidates should check the official KEA cutoff list published after each round for accurate data.
Ques. Is Physics and Mathematics in 10+2 mandatory for BE AI and ML at VIT Bangalore?
Ans. Yes, Physics and Mathematics are compulsory subjects in 10+2 for eligibility to apply for BE Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at VIT Bangalore. Students from a Physics, Chemistry, and Biology background without Mathematics are not eligible to apply. This is a standard VTU eligibility requirement applicable uniformly at all affiliated engineering colleges. Students from the science stream who studied Mathematics instead of Biology are fully eligible.
Ques. What is the total cost of four years at VIT Bangalore including hostel accommodation?
Ans. The total tuition fee for the 4-year BE AI and ML programme at VIT Bangalore is INR 7,44,000, payable at INR 1,86,000 per year. Hostel accommodation is optional at INR 70,000 per year, adding up to INR 2.8 Lakhs over four years. KCET government quota seats carry a lower regulated fee. Books and personal expenses are additional costs not included in these programme fee figures.
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