KLE Dr. M.S.Sheshgiri College of Engineering & Technology Belgaum: Admission 2026, Fees, Courses, Cutoff, Ranking, Placement

KLECET Belgaum Admission Dates 2026

KLECET BE admissions for the 2026 academic session follow Karnataka centralised counselling via KEA (KCET) and COMEDK. The 2026 BE cycle has concluded. PG admissions via Karnataka PGCET 2026 are in the final counselling phase, with Round 1 allotment released on September 21, 2026. The table below captures the concluded 2026 BE cycle and tentative 2027 dates for aspirants planning ahead.

KLECET BE lateral entry (3 years, 8 branches) is also available through DCET counselling for diploma holders.

The table below lists the course-wise entrance exams accepted at KLECET for all programmes.

KLECET Belgaum Courses and Fees

KLECET offers 8 BE branches alongside BCA, multiple M.Tech specialisations, MBA, MCA, and Ph.D. programmes. BE CSE, AI, and ECE carry the highest fees at INR 12.88 Lakhs. Civil Engineering has the lowest BE total fees at INR 3.86 Lakhs. Lateral entry BE (3 years) is available in all 8 branches at INR 2.90 Lakhs total.

Biomedical and Chemical Engineering at KLECET are distinctive programmes within the Belagavi region. CSE, AI, and ECE are the highest-demand branches for KCET and COMEDK aspirants, also reflecting in their higher fee band.

KLECET Belgaum Admission Process

BE and BCA Admission

BE admission at KLECET follows Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) centralised counselling. Government quota BE seats fill via KCET. Management quota seats fill via COMEDK UGET. Diploma holders can apply for BE lateral entry via DCET at the second year level.

• Eligibility: 10+2 with minimum 45% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (40% for Karnataka SC/ST/OBC candidates)
• Biomedical Engineering: PCB also accepted alongside PCM
• Selection: KCET or COMEDK score, KEA or COMEDK counselling, choice filling, seat allotment, document verification, fee payment

KCET closing ranks for KLECET BE CSE (General Category) in recent cycles have ranged approximately between 5,000 and 18,000. Civil and Chemical Engineering have significantly higher closing ranks given lower demand.

PG Admission (M.Tech, MBA, MCA)

All PG programmes at KLECET admit through Karnataka PGCET via KEA counselling. GATE-qualified candidates may apply for M.Tech seats through the PGCET process. MBA also accepts CAT and KMAT Kerala scores alongside PGCET.

• M.Tech eligibility: BE/B.Tech in relevant discipline with minimum 50%
• MBA eligibility: Any graduation with minimum 50%
• MCA eligibility: Graduation in Science, Commerce, or CS with Mathematics

KLECET Belgaum Placements

KLECET placements for 2024-25 recorded a highest offer of INR 34 LPA. Major packages include Federal Bank at INR 13.50 LPA, Mercedes-Benz at INR 10 LPA, Eaton at INR 7.90 LPA, TCS Digital at INR 7.50 LPA, and Fidelity at INR 6.50 LPA. TCS and Infosys are among the high-volume recruiters at lower package bands.

KLECET’s placement strength spans manufacturing (Mercedes-Benz, Eaton, MRF), BFSI (Federal Bank, HDFC Bank, Fidelity), and IT services (TCS, Infosys). This breadth reflects the college’s mix of traditional engineering branches alongside CSE and ECE. The placement cell operates with an auditorium for pre-placement talks, online portal for applications, GD and interview rooms, and video conferencing for remote recruitment.

KLECET Belgaum Rankings

KLECET holds NAAC B++ grade accreditation and NBA accreditation for all its engineering programmes. The college participates in The Week’s annual B.Tech rankings.

KLECET does not currently participate in NIRF rankings. The Week ranking positions it in the mid-tier of Karnataka engineering colleges, ahead of newer private colleges in the state. NBA accreditation for all engineering programmes is a key quality indicator at the institutional level.

KLECET Belgaum Campus and Infrastructure

KLECET is located in Belagavi (Belgaum), Karnataka, on a 17-acre campus with over 40,000 sq.m. of built area. The campus accommodates approximately 300 boys and 450 girls in separate on-campus hostels. Hostel facilities include Wi-Fi, multi-gym, indoor games, and audio-visual aids.

The central library holds over 86,000 volumes and subscribes to approximately 102 technical periodicals and more than 6,197 international e-journals, along with 13,139 full-text e-books from major academic publishers. Dedicated laboratory facilities support all eight BE branches, including a specialised biotechnology lab and a chemical engineering pilot plant.

The placement cell is equipped with an auditorium, online recruitment portal, group discussion and interview rooms, and video conferencing infrastructure. KLECET is a well-resourced campus for a mid-sized engineering institution in the Belagavi region.

KLECET Belgaum vs KLS Gogte Institute of Technology vs Hirasugar Institute of Technology

KLECET, KLS Gogte Institute of Technology (GIT), and Hirasugar Institute of Technology (HIT) are three established VTU-affiliated private engineering colleges in the Belagavi region. KCET and COMEDK aspirants in North Karnataka frequently compare these institutions when making their final college choice.

KLECET stands out for its large on-campus hostel capacity (750 seats combined) and a diversified placement profile spanning manufacturing, BFSI, and IT sectors. KLS GIT holds a higher NAAC A grade and strong placement outcomes within Belagavi city. HIT offers a rural campus environment. Aspirants valuing on-campus residential facilities and branch diversity will find KLECET a practical option among Belagavi-region colleges.