University BDT College of Engineering, Visvesvaraya Technological University Davanagere MBA : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total MBA fee at UBDTCE is INR 1,28,000 for the entire 2-year programme. This covers tuition and institutional charges for both years. Hostel charges are billed separately and are not included in this figure. As a government college under VTU, the fees are among the lowest for MBA programmes in Karnataka, making UBDTCE a strong value option for cost-conscious candidates.

Ans. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. A valid Karnataka PGCET score is mandatory. There is no stream restriction, so graduates from engineering, science, arts, or commerce backgrounds can all apply as long as they meet the basic eligibility criteria notified by KEA for the current cycle.

Ans. UBDTCE holds an approved intake of 120 seats for the MBA programme. All seats are filled through KEA PGCET counselling under Karnataka government reservation policy. Seats are distributed across general merit, SC/ST, OBC, and other reserved categories. A small portion is available under the management quota as per government norms. Candidates should verify the current seat distribution on the official KEA portal before registering.

Ans. Yes, non-Karnataka candidates can apply under the All-India or NRI quota seats available through KEA PGCET counselling. Karnataka domicile candidates are prioritised across most seat categories, and competition for non-domicile seats is typically higher. Non-Karnataka applicants should verify current quota availability and applicable eligibility criteria on the official KEA portal before registering for Karnataka PGCET counselling.

Ans. UBDTCE MBA follows VTU’s uniform two-year curriculum across four semesters. Core subjects include Financial Management, Marketing Management, Human Resource Management, Operations Management, Business Statistics, and Organisational Behaviour. In the second year, students choose electives aligned with available faculty specialisations. The programme also includes a summer internship, project work, and viva voce as part of the overall assessment requirement.

Ans. Yes, UBDTCE is affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), which is recognised by the UGC. The MBA programme is AICTE-approved, and degrees issued by VTU are accepted by government departments, public sector undertakings, and most private employers. Candidates appearing for management-track government competitive exams or PSU management trainee roles can apply with an UBDTCE MBA degree without any additional verification requirements.