University BDT College of Engineering, Visvesvaraya Technological University Davanagere M.Tech Computer Science And Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering at UBDTCE is INR 1,60,000 for the complete 2-year programme. This covers tuition for both academic years. Hostel accommodation, if required, is charged separately. The fee applies to all students admitted through Karnataka PGCET counselling, making it one of the more affordable government M.Tech options in Karnataka.

Ans. Yes, Karnataka PGCET is the primary admission route for M.Tech CSE at UBDTCE. Seats are allotted based on PGCET merit rank through KEA online counselling. Candidates with a valid GATE score may also apply under the GATE quota. Admission is purely merit-based and follows the Karnataka government’s reservation policy applicable to government engineering colleges.

Ans. Candidates must hold a BE or B.Tech in Computer Science, Information Technology, or an equivalent branch from a VTU-recognised institution with at least 50% aggregate marks. SC/ST Karnataka domicile candidates need 45% aggregate. MCA graduates with the requisite percentage may also be eligible for certain categories subject to VTU admission norms for the relevant academic year.

Ans. Graduates can pursue roles as software engineers, data scientists, systems architects, or research associates at IT firms and technology companies. M.Tech CSE also qualifies candidates for doctoral programmes at VTU, IITs, and NITs, and for lecturer positions at AICTE-approved engineering colleges in Karnataka, which often prioritise government institution graduates for faculty recruitment.

Ans. Yes. The CSE department at UBDTCE is a VTU-recognised research centre, with active PhD supervisors working in deep learning, biometrics, and medical image retrieval. M.Tech scholars pursue dissertation projects under faculty mentorship using the IoT Lab for advanced networking work. Students can also access VTU-affiliated e-resources for literature review and data for research projects.

Ans. UBDTCE has boys’ hostel blocks on campus with capacity for around 350 students. Girls’ accommodation is arranged in rented buildings near the campus, and a dedicated girls’ hostel block is under construction. Hostel fees are charged separately from the M.Tech programme fee. Students seeking hostel accommodation should apply at the time of college enrollment and verify availability with the institution.