KIT’s College of Engineering, Kolhapur, charges a uniform fee of INR 3.91 Lakhs for the four-year B.Tech across all branches. Lateral entry B.Tech for diploma holders is INR 3,23,250 over three years. M.Tech programmes are the most affordable option at INR 1,31,500 total for two years, less than one-third of the B.Tech fee.
Note: Figures reflect the 2026 cycle as published in the fee data. The 2026-27 official fee notification should be confirmed at the institute’s admissions office before applying.
KIT’s College of Engineering, Kolhapur Course and Fees Quick Overview
- KIT Kolhapur offers B.Tech (four years), lateral entry B.Tech (three years), and M.Tech (two years) programmes across engineering and technology disciplines.
- B.Tech fee (all nine branches): uniform at INR 3.91 Lakhs for the full programme.
- M.Tech fee (all six branches): uniform at INR 1,31,500 total.
- Lateral entry B.Tech fee: INR 3,23,250 total for diploma holders entering in Year 2.
- B.Tech admissions are through MHT-CET or JEE Main via Maharashtra’s centralised CAP counselling. M.Tech admissions use GATE scores.
- NAAC A+ accredited, affiliated to Shivaji University, Kolhapur. India Today Engineering rank: 269 (2025).
- On-campus hostel available: Boys INR 23,000 to 28,000 per year, Girls INR 25,000 to 28,000 per year.
KIT’s College of Engineering, Kolhapur Courses and Fees 2026-27
| Course | Total Fees |
|---|
| B.Tech (all branches, 4 years) | INR 3.91 Lakhs |
| B.Tech Lateral Entry (all branches, 3 years) | INR 3,23,250 |
| M.Tech (all branches, 2 years) | INR 1,31,500 |
KIT Kolhapur B.Tech Fees 2026-27
Every B.Tech branch at KIT Kolhapur is priced identically, which simplifies the decision for students choosing between branches. Four years across nine specialisations, and the fee is INR 3.91 Lakhs in every case. Admission is through MHT-CET or JEE Main, with seats allocated via the Maharashtra CAP (Centralised Admission Process) conducted by the state. Eligibility requires 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and at least 45 per cent marks (40 per cent for reserved category students in Maharashtra).
B.Tech Branches and Fees at KIT Kolhapur
| Branch | Total Fees (4 Years) |
|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | INR 3.91 Lakhs |
| AI and Machine Learning | INR 3.91 Lakhs |
| Computer Science and Business Systems | INR 3.91 Lakhs |
| Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering | INR 3.91 Lakhs |
| Electrical Engineering | INR 3.91 Lakhs |
| Mechanical Engineering | INR 3.91 Lakhs |
| Civil Engineering | INR 3.91 Lakhs |
| Civil and Environmental Engineering | INR 3.91 Lakhs |
| Biotechnology | INR 3.91 Lakhs |
B.Tech Fee Bifurcation by Category
| Component | General/OBC | SC/ST/PwD |
|---|
| Programme Fee (4 Years) | INR 3.91 Lakhs | INR 3.91 Lakhs |
KIT Kolhapur is a private unaided institute and does not apply a category-wise fee waiver at the institute level. SC/ST and PwD students may access state government scholarship schemes, including the Maharashtra government’s Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Shikshan Shulkh Shishyavrutti (tuition fee reimbursement) for eligible candidates. These are processed separately through the state scholarship portal.
KIT Kolhapur B.Tech Lateral Entry Fees 2026-27
For diploma holders seeking direct entry into the second year of B.Tech, the lateral entry programme runs for three years at a total fee of INR 3,23,250. This route is available across the same set of branches as the regular B.Tech. Admission is through the Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education’s MHTCET lateral process or through direct institute allotment under CAP. The slightly lower total compared to the four-year B.Tech reflects the shorter duration, though the annual fee rate is broadly similar.
B.Tech Lateral Entry Branches and Fees
| Branch | Total Fees (3 Years) |
|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | INR 3,23,250 |
| AI and Machine Learning | INR 3,23,250 |
| Computer Science and Business Systems | INR 3,23,250 |
| Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering | INR 3,23,250 |
| Electrical Engineering | INR 3,23,250 |
| Mechanical Engineering | INR 3,23,250 |
| Civil Engineering | INR 3,23,250 |
KIT Kolhapur M.Tech Fees 2026-27
At INR 1,31,500 for two years, M.Tech at KIT Kolhapur is notably affordable compared to the B.Tech fee, and compared to M.Tech fees at many private institutes in Maharashtra. All six M.Tech specialisations are priced identically. Admission is through GATE scores, with candidates processed via CCMT (Centralised Counselling for M.Tech) or direct institute-level admission for non-GATE candidates. Eligibility requires a B.Tech or B.E. in the relevant discipline.
M.Tech Branches and Fees at KIT Kolhapur
| Branch | Total Fees (2 Years) |
|---|
| Data Science | INR 1,31,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering | INR 1,31,500 |
| Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering | INR 1,31,500 |
| Civil Engineering (Structural Engineering) | INR 1,31,500 |
| Environmental Engineering | INR 1,31,500 |
| Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering | INR 1,31,500 |
KIT Kolhapur Application Fees 2026-27
B.Tech and lateral entry admissions at KIT Kolhapur are processed through the Maharashtra CAP, which is managed by the State Common Entrance Test Cell. The MHT-CET registration fee and CAP processing fees are paid to the state authority. KIT Kolhapur itself does not levy a separate institute application fee for CAP-allotted students.
- MHT-CET 2026: Registration fee paid to the Maharashtra State CET Cell, not to KIT Kolhapur directly. MHT-CET PCM 2026 was held from April 11 to 19, 2026. Results were declared June 16, 2026 (tentative). CAP counselling rounds follow the results.
- M.Tech admissions: Candidates with GATE scores may apply through CCMT or directly at the institute. Confirm the current M.Tech application process and any institute processing fee on the KIT Kolhapur admissions page.
- Direct admissions: Seats filled outside CAP (management quota, NRI if applicable) may have different application procedures. Check the institute admissions office for the current cycle.
KIT Kolhapur Hostel and Mess Fees 2026-27
KIT Kolhapur provides separate hostels for boys and girls on campus. Hostel fees vary by room type and accommodation facility. The published range for the latest cycle is as follows:
| Hostel | Fee Range (Per Year) | Applicable Programmes |
|---|
| Boys Hostel | INR 23,000 to INR 28,000 | B.Tech, M.Tech |
| Girls Hostel | INR 25,000 to INR 28,000 | B.Tech, M.Tech |
The fee range reflects different room occupancy types and accommodation options within each hostel block. Mess charges are typically billed separately from accommodation. Over a four-year B.Tech, hostel costs at the lower end of the range total INR 92,000 to INR 1.12 Lakhs for boys and INR 1.00 Lakh to INR 1.12 Lakhs for girls, adding to the INR 3.91 Lakh programme fee. Confirm current hostel availability and the meal charges for the 2026-27 cycle directly with the institute’s hostel administration.
KIT’s College of Engineering Kolhapur Courses and Fees FAQs
Ques. What is the total B.Tech fee at KIT’s College of Engineering, Kolhapur?
Ans. The four-year B.Tech at KIT Kolhapur costs INR 3.91 Lakhs in total across all branches. The fee is uniform regardless of specialisation, whether CSE, Mechanical, Civil, or any other branch offered by the institute.
Ques. What is the B.Tech per-year fee at KIT Kolhapur?
Ans. The four-year B.Tech total fee is INR 3.91 Lakhs, averaging INR 97,750 per year. Actual annual billing may vary by semester schedule. Confirm the exact fee instalment plan with the institute’s finance office before enrolment.
Ques. What is the M.Tech fee at KIT Kolhapur?
Ans. The two-year M.Tech at KIT Kolhapur is priced at INR 1,31,500 total across all six specialisations: Data Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunications, Civil (Structural), Environmental Engineering, and Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering.
Ques. What is the lateral entry B.Tech fee at KIT Kolhapur?
Ans. The lateral entry B.Tech for diploma holders runs for three years and costs INR 3,23,250 in total. It is available across most of the regular B.Tech branches including CSE, AI and ML, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, and E&TC. Admission is through the Maharashtra CAP lateral process.
Ques. What are the hostel fees at KIT Kolhapur?
Ans. KIT Kolhapur charges INR 23,000 to INR 28,000 per year for the boys hostel and INR 25,000 to INR 28,000 per year for the girls hostel, depending on room type. Mess charges are billed separately. Confirm current rates with the hostel administration before applying.
Ques. What is the KIT Kolhapur B.Tech fee with hostel?
Ans. Adding four years of hostel at the lower end (INR 23,000 per year for boys, INR 25,000 for girls) to the INR 3.91 Lakh programme fee, total cost of attendance is approximately INR 4.83 Lakhs for boys and INR 4.91 Lakhs for girls, before mess and personal expenses. Hostel availability is not guaranteed for all students.
Ques. Does KIT Kolhapur offer fee concessions for SC/ST students?
Ans. KIT Kolhapur does not apply an institute-level fee waiver for SC/ST or PwD students. The programme fee is uniform across categories. Eligible students from reserved categories can apply for the Maharashtra government’s tuition fee reimbursement scheme through the state scholarship portal separately.
Ques. What entrance exam is required for admission to KIT Kolhapur B.Tech?
Ans. B.Tech admissions at KIT Kolhapur are through MHT-CET or JEE Main scores via Maharashtra’s CAP counselling. MHT-CET PCM 2026 was held in April 2026 with results in June 2026. CAP counselling rounds follow the results and determine seat allotment at KIT Kolhapur.
Ques. What is the application fee for KIT Kolhapur?
Ans. KIT Kolhapur does not charge a separate institute application fee for students admitted through the Maharashtra CAP. The MHT-CET registration fee is paid to the State CET Cell. Candidates opting for direct admissions or M.Tech should confirm the applicable processing fee with the institute directly.
Ques. Is KIT Kolhapur NIRF ranked?
Ans. KIT’s College of Engineering, Kolhapur, is not listed in the NIRF 2025 engineering rankings. The institute holds an India Today Engineering rank of 269 (2025) and carries NAAC A+ accreditation. It is affiliated to Shivaji University, Kolhapur, and is among the leading private engineering colleges in the Kolhapur region.
Ques. What B.Tech branches does KIT Kolhapur offer and what are the fees?
Ans. KIT Kolhapur offers nine B.Tech branches: CSE, AI and Machine Learning, Computer Science and Business Systems, E&TC, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, and Biotechnology. All branches are uniformly priced at INR 3.91 Lakhs for the full four-year programme.
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