Axis Colleges, Kanpur is a private multi-disciplinary institution established in 2010 at Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. It is affiliated with Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) for engineering and management programmes, Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University (CSJMU) for law and commerce courses, and the Board of Technical Education UP (BTEUP) for diploma programmes. The institution is approved by AICTE, the Council of Architecture (COA), and the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI).
Axis Colleges does not currently appear in NIRF or other major national ranking indices.
The campus spans 63 acres at Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. It houses dedicated faculty blocks for Engineering, Architecture, Pharmacy, Fashion and Design, Law, and Management, each with discipline-specific labs and studios.
- B.Tech (4 years): 8 specialisations including CSE, AI and Machine Learning, Data Sciences, IT, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering
- B.Arch (5 years): COA-approved programme under the Axis Institute of Architecture
- B.Pharma (4 years): PCI-approved, AKTU-affiliated
- BA LLB (5 years): Integrated law programme affiliated to CSJMU
- B.FAD (Bachelor of Fashion and Apparel Design, 4 years) and BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts, 4 years): under the Axis Institute of Fashion Technology
- BBA (3 years), BCA (3 years), BSc in Biotechnology and Medical Microbiology
- MBA (2 years), MCA (2 years), M.Tech in CSE and AI/Machine Learning
- Diploma programmes in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Fashion Design, Textile Design, Interior Design, Pharmacy, and Maintenance under BTEUP
The total B.Tech (CSE) fee is INR 19.20 Lakhs for the full 4-year programme. B.Tech (Civil/Electrical/ECE/Mechanical) fees are INR 11.20 Lakhs. MBA fees are INR 4.40 Lakhs. BBA and BCA fees are INR 5.40 Lakhs. Hostel accommodation costs INR 90,000 to INR 1,15,000 per year.
Institutional scholarships with 20 to 40% tuition fee relaxation are available. External scholarships include Reliance Foundation, HDFC Bank, and the state government Samaj Kalyan scheme for SC/ST/OBC students.
The average placement package for B.Tech graduates stood at INR 4.6 LPA for the 2023 batch. The highest package for B.Tech and MBA was INR 12 LPA. Top IT recruiters include TCS, Wipro, Tech Mahindra, Infosys, and Cognizant.
Axis Colleges Admission Dates 2026
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at Axis Colleges run across multiple tracks. Engineering and management programmes follow UPTAC/JEE Main centralised counselling. B.Arch follows COA-notified norms via NATA or JEE Main Paper 2. Architecture, Pharmacy, Law, Design, and Diploma programmes have separate schedules aligned to their respective apex bodies.
| Event | Status / Date |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2026 (Session 1 and 2) | Conducted (January and April 2026) |
| UPTAC 2026 Counselling (B.Tech/M.Tech/MBA/MCA) | July to September 2026 (ongoing) |
| NATA 2026 (B.Arch) | Conducted (multiple sessions, 2026) |
| BTEUP Counselling (Diploma programmes) | August to September 2026 |
| Direct Applications (BBA/BCA/BFA/B.FAD/BSc/BA LLB) | Rolling basis, ongoing |
The course-wise entrance exams and admission modes at Axis Colleges are listed in the table below for all programme families.
| Programme | Entrance Exam / Mode | Apex Body |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (4-year) | JEE Main score, UPTAC counselling | AKTU / AICTE |
| B.Tech Lateral Entry (3-year) | UPTAC counselling, Diploma rank | AKTU / AICTE |
| B.Arch (5-year) | NATA or JEE Main Paper 2 | Council of Architecture |
| B.Pharma (4-year) | Merit or UPCPMT counselling | PCI / AKTU |
| BA LLB (5-year) | Merit (Class 12 marks) | CSJMU / BCI |
| MBA (2-year) | CAT/CMAT/MAT/XAT, UPTAC | AKTU / AICTE |
| MCA (2-year) | UPTAC counselling | AKTU / AICTE |
| M.Tech (2-year) | GATE or UPTAC | AKTU / AICTE |
| BBA/BCA/BSc | Merit (Class 12 marks) | CSJMU |
| Diploma (3-year) | BTEUP centralised counselling | BTEUP |
Axis Colleges Courses and Fees
Axis Colleges operates as a group of specialised institutes under one campus, offering over 40 programmes across Engineering, Architecture, Pharmacy, Fashion Design, Law, Management, Computer Applications, Science, and Fine Arts. Fee structures vary by discipline, with engineering and professional programmes at higher rates than management and commerce courses.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (AI/ML) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45%, JEE Main | INR 20.80 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (CSE/Data Sciences) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45%, JEE Main | INR 19.20 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (IT) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45%, JEE Main | INR 13.60 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (Civil/Electrical/ECE/Mechanical) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45%, JEE Main | INR 11.20 Lakhs |
| B.Arch | 5 years | 10+2 PCM with 50%, NATA/JEE Paper 2 | INR 30 Lakhs |
| B.Pharma | 4 years | 10+2 PCB with 45% | INR 19.20 Lakhs |
| BA LLB | 5 years | 10+2 with 45% | INR 19.25 Lakhs |
| B.FAD (Fashion and Apparel Design) | 4 years | 10+2 with 45% | INR 13.60 Lakhs |
| BBA/BCA | 3 years | 10+2 with 45% | INR 5.40 Lakhs |
| MBA | 2 years | Graduation with 50%, CAT/CMAT | INR 4.40 Lakhs |
| MCA | 2 years | Graduation with 50%, UPTAC | INR 3.80 Lakhs |
| M.Tech (CSE/AI-ML) | 2 years | B.Tech with 60%, GATE/UPTAC | INR 2.80 Lakhs |
Among B.Tech specialisations, AI and Machine Learning carries the highest fee at INR 20.80 Lakhs, reflecting its positioning as a premium branch. Core engineering branches (Civil, Electrical, ECE, Mechanical) are more affordable at INR 11.20 Lakhs. The B.Arch programme at INR 30 Lakhs (5 years) is targeted at students pursuing the architecture profession. Diploma programmes in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Fashion Design, Textile Design, Interior Design, and D.Pharma are offered at lower fee points under BTEUP. BSc in Biotechnology and Medical Microbiology (3 years) is also available for science stream students at INR 4.05 to INR 5.40 Lakhs.
Axis Colleges Admission Process
Axis Colleges admits students through centralised state counselling for AKTU-affiliated programmes and merit-based or entrance-score-based processes for other streams. Each discipline follows eligibility criteria governed by its respective apex body.
B.Tech Admission
B.Tech admission is through UPTAC (Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Committee) counselling, based on JEE Main scores. The process is entirely online and centralised by the AKTU state counselling body.
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, minimum 45% aggregate marks
- Entrance: Valid JEE Main score mandatory; UPTAC rank determines seat allotment across all AKTU-affiliated colleges
- Lateral Entry: Diploma holders admitted via BTEUP/UPTAC counselling to 2nd year B.Tech
The 8 B.Tech specialisations include both core engineering branches and newer tech-focused streams like AI and Machine Learning and Data Sciences, added to the roster in recent years. JEE Main cutoff ranks for each branch are published on the UPTAC portal after each counselling round and vary by category and allotment round.
B.Arch Admission
The 5-year B.Arch programme under the Axis Institute of Architecture requires a valid NATA score or JEE Main Paper 2 score. Minimum eligibility is 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with at least 50% aggregate marks and at least 50% in Mathematics specifically.
B.Pharma, B.FAD, BFA, and BSc Admissions
B.Pharma (PCI-approved) admits on 10+2 PCB merit with at least 45% aggregate. B.FAD and BFA admit on 10+2 marks without a specific entrance exam. BSc programmes in Biotechnology and Medical Microbiology (CSJMU) admit on merit. The BA LLB 5-year integrated programme (CSJMU) admits on Class 12 merit with minimum 45% marks.
Diploma Admission
Diploma programmes in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Fashion Design, Textile Design, Interior Design, and D.Pharma are offered under BTEUP affiliation. Admission is through BTEUP centralised counselling for 3-year programmes. Lateral entry to the 2nd year is available for ITI pass candidates in relevant trades. The Diploma pathway provides a direct route to employment in Kanpur’s industrial belt or to B.Tech lateral entry.
MBA, MCA, and M.Tech Admissions
MBA admission requires a valid CAT, CMAT, MAT, or XAT score. Graduation with at least 50% marks is the minimum eligibility. MCA admission is through UPTAC, with graduation including Mathematics as a condition. M.Tech requires GATE qualification or UPTAC rank with a minimum 60% in the qualifying B.Tech degree.
Axis Colleges Placements
Axis Colleges conducts campus placement drives through dedicated placement cells for its engineering, management, computer applications, and pharmacy programmes. Placement activity is concentrated in B.Tech, MBA, and MCA branches, with IT sector companies forming the dominant recruiter base.
For the 2023 batch, the average placement package was INR 4.6 LPA and the highest package for B.Tech and MBA stood at INR 12 LPA.
| Sector | Recruiters |
|---|---|
| IT and Software | TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Tech Mahindra, Cognizant |
| E-commerce and Technology | Amazon, Flipkart (entry-level and logistics roles) |
| BFSI | HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank |
| BPO and IT Services | Genpact, Concentrix |
B.Tech CSE, AI/ML, and IT branches attract the highest share of IT sector offers. Civil and Mechanical engineering graduates typically pursue GATE, government PSU exams, and infrastructure roles in UP and NCR. B.Pharma graduates are recruited by pharmaceutical companies in Kanpur’s industrial belt, one of India’s larger pharma manufacturing clusters. B.FAD and BFA graduates enter fashion retail, design studios, and the textile and garments industry. BA LLB graduates pursue judicial services, corporate law, or independent legal practice.
Axis Colleges Scholarships
Axis Colleges offers both institutional and external scholarship programmes to support students from merit and economically weaker backgrounds across all disciplines.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Institutional Merit Scholarship | Class 12 percentage or JEE Main percentile cutoff | 20% to 40% tuition fee relaxation |
| Reliance Foundation Scholarship | STEM and humanities students, merit and means criteria | Financial support for higher education |
| HDFC Bank Educational Scholarship | Annual household income below INR 2.5 LPA, good academic record | INR 75,000 per annum |
| Samaj Kalyan Scholarship (UP Government) | SC/ST/OBC students with UP domicile | Tuition and maintenance support per state norms |
| Raywings Undergraduate Scholarship | Merit-based | Partial tuition support |
SC/ST/OBC students are also eligible for UP state scholarship portal schemes. Central government schemes under the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) are available for eligible students across all programmes. Students should apply for both state and central scholarship portals before the notified annual deadlines to ensure timely disbursement.
Axis Colleges Campus and Infrastructure
The Axis Colleges campus spans 63 acres at Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh. Dedicated faculty blocks house the Engineering, Architecture, Pharmacy, Fashion and Design, Law, and Management institutes, each with purpose-built laboratories, studios, and workshops.
Engineering labs cover computing, electronics, civil survey, and mechanical workshops for B.Tech programmes. The Axis Institute of Architecture has a design studio, model-making lab, and CAD facility. The Fashion institute operates stitching labs, fabric studios, and apparel design workrooms. The Pharmacy block has dispensing labs, pharmacology labs, and instrumentation facilities. A central library serves all disciplines, supplemented by department-level reading rooms.
Boys’ and girls’ hostels are available at INR 90,000 to INR 1,15,000 per year. The college provides a bus facility from key pickup points in Kanpur city. Kanpur is connected by rail to Lucknow (80 km), Delhi, and Prayagraj, making it accessible for students from across Uttar Pradesh and neighbouring states.
Axis Colleges vs PSIT Kanpur vs BBDU Lucknow
Axis Colleges Kanpur, PSIT (Pranveer Singh Institute of Technology) Kanpur, and BBDU (Babu Banarasi Das University) Lucknow are all private AKTU-affiliated institutions in Uttar Pradesh. All three cater to engineering and management aspirants in the UP region with broadly similar fee levels for B.Tech.
| Parameter | Axis Colleges, Kanpur | PSIT, Kanpur | BBDU, Lucknow |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 2010 | 2007 | 2010 |
| Location | Kanpur, UP | Kanpur, UP | Lucknow, UP |
| Affiliation | AKTU/CSJMU/BTEUP | AKTU | AKTU/autonomous |
| B.Tech Specialisations | 8 (incl. AI/ML, Data Sciences) | 6 (core branches) | Multiple |
| Architecture Programme | Yes (COA-approved B.Arch) | No | No |
| Pharmacy Programme | Yes (PCI-approved B.Pharma) | No | No |
| Fashion and Design | Yes (B.FAD, BFA, Diploma) | No | No |
| Hostel Available | Yes (INR 90K to 1.15L/year) | Yes | Yes |
Axis Colleges offers the widest programme breadth, with Architecture, Pharmacy, Fashion Design, Law, and Fine Arts alongside Engineering and Management. PSIT Kanpur is a focused engineering institution with a longer track record for B.Tech placement outcomes in the Kanpur market. BBDU Lucknow carries university status and a broader PG portfolio. Students seeking Architecture, Design, Pharmacy, or Law alongside Engineering will find Axis Colleges the most comprehensive multi-disciplinary option in Kanpur.
Axis Colleges FAQs
Ques. Is Axis Colleges Kanpur approved by AICTE?
Ans. Yes. Axis Colleges is approved by AICTE for engineering and management programmes. The B.Arch programme is approved by the Council of Architecture (COA), and B.Pharma is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). Programmes are affiliated with AKTU, CSJMU, or BTEUP as appropriate to the discipline.
Ques. What entrance exam is needed for B.Tech admission at Axis Colleges?
Ans. B.Tech admission at Axis Colleges is through UPTAC counselling based on JEE Main scores. Candidates need 10+2 with PCM and at least 45% aggregate marks. Diploma holders can seek lateral entry to the 2nd year through BTEUP/UPTAC counselling.
Ques. What are the total B.Tech fees at Axis Colleges Kanpur?
Ans. Total B.Tech fees vary by branch. CSE and Data Sciences cost INR 19.20 Lakhs for 4 years. AI and Machine Learning is INR 20.80 Lakhs. IT is INR 13.60 Lakhs. Civil, Electrical, ECE, and Mechanical are INR 11.20 Lakhs each for the full 4-year programme.
Ques. Does Axis Colleges have hostel facilities?
Ans. Yes. Axis Colleges has separate hostel facilities for boys and girls. Hostel charges range from INR 90,000 to INR 1,15,000 per year. The campus also has a cafeteria and bus facility for day scholars.
Ques. What is the average placement package at Axis Colleges?
Ans. The average placement package for the 2023 B.Tech batch was INR 4.6 LPA, with the highest package at INR 12 LPA. Top recruiters include TCS, Wipro, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, and Cognizant. Placement is primarily active for B.Tech, MBA, and MCA. Aspirants should verify current placement data directly with the college’s placement cell.
Ques. Does Axis Colleges offer scholarships?
Ans. Yes. Axis Colleges offers institutional scholarships with 20 to 40% tuition fee relaxation based on merit. External scholarships include Reliance Foundation, HDFC Bank, and the UP government Samaj Kalyan scheme for SC/ST/OBC students. National Scholarship Portal (NSP) schemes are also available for eligible students.
Ques. Which B.Tech branches are available at Axis Colleges Kanpur?
Ans. Axis Colleges offers B.Tech in 8 specialisations: Computer Science and Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Data Sciences, Information Technology, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. All are AKTU-affiliated and AICTE-approved.
Ques. Does Axis Colleges offer Architecture and Pharmacy?
Ans. Yes. Axis Colleges offers a 5-year B.Arch programme approved by the Council of Architecture (COA), with admission through NATA or JEE Main Paper 2. The total fee is INR 30 Lakhs. The 4-year B.Pharma programme is PCI-approved, with total fees of INR 19.20 Lakhs.
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Axis Colleges Kanpur BBA is offered as a 3-year full-time program. The minimum eligibility criteria for BBA are 10+2 with 45%. The total fees for Axis Colleges Kanpur BBA are INR 1.71 Lakhs for the complete course duration. The hostel fees are mentioned below:
The average first year fee of Polytechnic course is INR Fifty Three thousand five hundred. The second and third yearf fees of the course are the same INR Fifty thousand.
The fee per year for the DPharmacy course is INR 110000 at the Axis Colleges, Kanpur. Aspirants seeking admission to the Program must have passed 10+2 examination with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with Mathematics/ Biology subject.
WHAT IS FEES IN BTECH CS
The fee structure of B.Tech. Computer Science is given below year wisely:
The first year fee of BCA in Axis Colleges Kanpur is INR 60,700. The second and third year fees of the course are the same INR 55,000. The eligibility of the course is to complete HSC with Mathematics and secured at least Forty five percentage in the aggregate.
The courses’ eligibility criteria vary from each other. Click on the below link to get the course-wise eligibility criteria
Link: Axis Colleges Kanpur Admission
Axis Colleges Kanpur does not offer B.Des. course to the students.
Axis Colleges, Kanpur does not offer the Diploma in Design Technology. Check here for the Diploma Courses from Axis Colleges.
There is no discount as such in the fee structure for B.Pharma course. However, you can apply for scholarships and fee waivers at Axis College Kanpur.
The 2024 admission dates are not yet released on the official website of Axis Colleges.
The first-year fee of MBA in Axis Colleges Kanpur is INR 1,00,850. The second-year fee is INR 99,850
Axis Colleges has best student placement record holders in UP. With more than 50 Multi-National companies visiting Axis Campus in 2019-20, the number of offers have touched 1218 and the highest package has registered a growth of 30% & have scaled to a new high of 35 LPA. You can visit the official website for further information.
Yes, you are eligible for BCA course but only if you had Mathematics too with commerce. Aspirants seeking admission to the BCA must have passed 10+2 with Mathematics as a compulsory subject and a minimum of 45% aggregate.
yes, you can avail the benefits of scholarships in Axis Colleges, Kanpur. For getting a scholarship you have to fill out the form from the UP government.
You can also check out the official website for more information.
No, you can not apply for admission to BCA in Axis College, Kanpur because the minimum eligibility of the course is to complete 10+2 with Mathematics subject.
The hostel fees at Axis College Kanpur is INR 62k -95k and the total fee for BCA is INR 1,48,500 for 3 years.
The hostel fees at Axis Colleges Kanpur is around INR 62k – 95k. You can check out the hostel details at Axis Colleges Kanpur Hostel.
The placement data of Axis Colleges Kanpur is mentioned below:
The fee structure of B.Tech. varies from specialisation to specialisation. The average first year fee of the Axis Colleges Kanpur B.Tech. is INR 1.07 lacs. The second, third and fourth-year fees are also the same as the first year 1.07 lacs.