The Master of Technology (M.Tech) in Civil Engineering at Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering (VVCE), Mysore, Karnataka, is a two-year full-time postgraduate programme affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, and approved by AICTE. VVCE is a NAAC-accredited government-aided institution with a VTU-recognised research centre in Civil Engineering, providing a strong environment for postgraduate study and applied research. The programme covers advanced structural analysis, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, water resources, environmental engineering, and construction project management, delivered across four semesters with a research project component in the final year. The programme deepens expertise in core civil disciplines and is backed by VVCE’s VTU-recognised Civil Engineering research centre in Mysore. Admission to government-quota seats is through Karnataka PGCET conducted by KEA.
📋 Admission Status: VVCE Mysore M.Tech Civil admissions for 2026-27 are open through Karnataka PGCET; counselling is conducted by KEA. GATE-qualified candidates may contact the college for management-quota admission.
Key Points
- M.Tech in Civil Engineering is a two-year, four-semester VTU-affiliated programme approved by AICTE.
- Total programme fee is INR 1,85,000 over two years (INR 92,500 per year) under the PGCET government quota.
- Admission is through Karnataka PGCET for government seats; GATE scores are accepted for management-quota seats.
- VVCE has a VTU-recognised Civil Engineering research centre supporting postgraduate research and applied project work.
- M.Tech graduates qualify for research careers, doctoral programmes, and senior technical roles in consultancy and government agencies.
VVCE Mysore M.Tech Civil Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Fee (PGCET Government Quota) | INR 92,500 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | INR 1,85,000 |
- PGCET quota fees are state-regulated and revised each academic year.
- Management-quota fees are higher; contact the admissions office.
- Hostel, examination, and other charges are payable separately.
VVCE Mysore M.Tech Civil Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration | March 23 to April 8, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Examination (M.Tech) | May 23, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Result | July 8, 2026 |
| KEA PGCET Counselling and Seat Allotment | July to August 2026 |
| Classes Commence | September 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| Karnataka PGCET (M.Tech) | April 8, 2026 | May 23, 2026 | July 8, 2026 |
| GATE 2026 | Oct 13, 2025 | Feb 7, Feb 08, Feb 14 and Feb 15, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 |
- PGCET route: register on the KEA portal and participate in counselling.
- GATE route: contact VVCE for management quota GATE-based admission.
- Candidates must hold a relevant BE or B.Tech degree.
- Report to VVCE with original marksheets, TC, and score certificate.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a BE/B.Tech in Civil Engineering or a closely related branch from a recognised university.
- A minimum aggregate of 50 percent is required (45 percent for SC/ST/OBC candidates in Karnataka).
- A valid Karnataka PGCET score is required for government-quota seats; a GATE score for institutional or management quota.
- Final-year BE/B.Tech candidates may apply provisionally pending result declaration.
Admission Process
- Appear in Karnataka PGCET (M.E./M.Tech paper) and obtain a valid rank.
- Register for KEA centralised counselling at kea.kar.nic.in and list VVCE Mysore in your preferences.
- On seat allotment, report to VVCE with original BE marksheets, TC, and PGCET score certificate.
- Pay the prescribed fee and complete enrolment at the VVCE Mysore admissions office.
- GATE-qualified candidates may apply directly to VVCE for management-quota seats.
✓ Opt for this if
- BE Civil graduates seeking affordable PGCET M.Tech in Mysore
- Candidates targeting teaching or doctoral programmes via VTU
- Students interested in Karnataka government agency or PSU roles
- Graduates using VVCE Civil research centre for applied work
✗ Skip if
- Candidates targeting IIT M.Tech or premier research institutions
- Students needing elite brand for international civil engineering firms
- Those targeting competitive GATE-based NIT or IIT seats
- Candidates needing strong industry collaborations for research
VVCE Mysore M.Tech Civil Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | Karnataka-domicile SC/ST students; apply via karepass.cgg.gov.in |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | Up to INR 50,000/year | Female students; family income below INR 8,00,000/year |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship | Up to INR 50,000/year | Specially-abled students; family income below INR 8,00,000/year |
- SC/ST Karnataka students apply for fee reimbursement via the state portal.
- AICTE Pragati and Saksham scholarships: apply through the AICTE portal.
- Central Sector Scholarship: apply at scholarships.gov.in before the deadline.
![Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering - [VVCE]](https://img.collegedunia.com/public/college_data/images/logos/1524137580logo.png?h=71.7&w=71.7&mode=stretch)
Comments