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MSRIT Bangalore M.Tech Artificial Intelligence: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Mathikere, BangaloreEstd 1962 VTU, Belgaum NAAC Grade A+ 3.2
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09 Oct, 2026 MSRIT Bangalore Karnataka PGCET Round 1 GM Category Cutoff 2026 is 1007.6-5875 for MTech. View category-wise cutoff.

06 Oct, 2026 MSRIT Bangalore M.Tech Artificial Intelligence Fee Structure 2026-27 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 2.09 Lakhs.

Total fees
INR 2.11 Lakhs
2 years, no hostel
Median pay
INR 6.1 LPA
PG 2-year, NIRF 2025
Cutoff
2,763
PGCET GM, Round 2 2025
Placement rate
86%
PG 2-year students placed

About RIT M.Tech AI

RIT offers a two-year, full-time M.Tech AI course with 15 seats through Karnataka PGCET and GATE. The course is taught on campus over four semesters. The college has NAAC A+ and NIRF placed it #75 in Engineering 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 2.11 Lakhs, paid across the two years, and INR 3.57 Lakhs with hostel and mess. You get a seat through KEA counselling. The General Merit seat closed at rank 2,763 in round 2 of 2025. The PG two-year batch had INR 6.1 LPA median pay and 86% of students were placed.

RIT M.Tech AI Fees

The full course costs INR 3.57 Lakhs with hostel and INR 2.11 Lakhs without hostel. The tuition and institute fee is INR 2.11 Lakhs. You pay the first-year fee during admission and the second-year fee before year 2 starts. The hostel fee is separate and depends on the room you get.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
PGCET institute feeINR 2.11 LakhsFull course, as published
Hostel and messINR 1.46 LakhsINR 73,000 a year, 2 years
Total, no hostelINR 2.11 LakhsFull course
Total with hostelINR 3.57 LakhsFull course

RIT M.Tech AI Admission Dates

Round 1 reporting closed on 26 Sep 2026. Round 2 option entry is expected in Oct 2026, and classes start in Oct 2026. Keep your PGCET rank card, degree marks and fee receipt ready.

EventDateStatus
PGCET registration, last date to apply24 Apr 2026 to 20 May 2026Over
PGCET M.Tech exam23 May 2026Over
PGCET result and rank29 Jun 2026Over
Option entry and choice filling11 Sep 2026 to 17 Sep 2026Over
Round 1 allotment18 Sep 2026Over
Seat fee payment, last date25 Sep 2026Over
Physical reporting and document check26 Sep 2026Over
Round 2 option entry10 Oct 2026Confirmed
Classes start27 Oct 2026Confirmed

RIT M.Tech AI Eligibility

You need a B.E or B.Tech degree in a relevant branch with 50% marks. Karnataka SC, ST and Category 1 students need 45%. You also need a valid GATE score or Karnataka PGCET rank.

RequirementWhat you need
DegreeB.E or B.Tech in a relevant engineering branch
Marks50% for General, 45% for Karnataka SC, ST and Category 1
Entrance routeGATE score or Karnataka PGCET rank
ModeFull-time study on campus

RIT M.Tech AI Admission Process

KEA allots the seat on your GATE score or PGCET rank and your choices. You then pay the fee by the last date. If you miss reporting, you lose the seat.

StepWhat you do
1. Write the examUse GATE or write Karnataka PGCET for M.Tech
2. Fill choices on KEAList this course high if it is your first pick
3. Accept the seatPay the seat fee by the KEA last date
4. ReportBring degree marks, rank card and allotment letter

RIT M.Tech AI Cutoff

The General Merit seat closed at rank 2,763 and the 1H seat closed at rank 5,582. These are Karnataka PGCET closing ranks from published rounds. A lower rank is safer because M.Tech AI has a small seat count.

CategoryClosing rank or scoreRound and year
General Merit2,763Round 2, 2025
1H5,582Round 1, 2026
Safer rank2,200Use before choice filling
Wait range2,201 to 2,763Needs later rounds

RIT M.Tech AI Placements

The PG two-year batch had INR 6.1 LPA median pay and 86% of students placed. The AI and computing departments sit close to Bengaluru software firms. Product, analytics and IT services roles are the main fit for this course.

MetricValue
Median payINR 6.1 LPA, PG two-year
Average pay used for ROIINR 6.1 LPA
Batch placed86%
Recruiter typeProduct, analytics and IT services roles
City linkBengaluru software and data teams

RIT M.Tech AI Scholarships

Four schemes can cut the fee by INR 25,000 to INR 80,000 over the course. The SC and ST post-matric scheme gives the biggest waiver. The state and central schemes need income papers and category papers.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
Post Metric ScholarshipSC or ST, income up to INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearINR 80,000 over the course
Central Sector SchemeAny category, income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearINR 25,000 over the course
Fee concessionCategory 1, 2 and 3 studentsINR 50,000 over the course
Defence ScholarshipEligible defence wardsINR 40,000 over the course

RIT M.Tech AI Ranking

The college stands #75 in NIRF Engineering 2025 and has NAAC A+. NIRF ranks on data the college files each year. NAAC checks teaching, support and campus systems.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
NIRF Engineering2025#75
NAAC2025A+
VTU status2026Autonomous institute affiliated to VTU

RIT M.Tech AI Course Structure

Semester 1 starts with maths, machine learning and data systems. Semester 4 is mainly project work and review. You study one AI course, not a list of separate branches.

SemesterWhat you study
Semester 1Maths, machine learning and data systems
Semester 2Deep learning, AI lab and electives
Semester 3Advanced electives and seminar work
Semester 4Project work and final review

RIT M.Tech AI Hostel and Campus

The hostel estimate used here is INR 73,000 a year and the course takes two years. Rooms are allotted after admission. Bengaluru gives students access to software offices, meetups and internships.

ItemDetail
Hostel estimateINR 73,000 a year
Full hostel estimateINR 1.46 Lakhs for 2 years
CampusMSR Nagar, Bengaluru
City linkSoftware offices, meetups and internships

Should you pick M.Tech AI at RIT?

This course suits students who want AI roles and can use Bengaluru for projects.

Pick it if:
You want AI roles in Bengaluru: the campus is in the city, so projects and interviews are easier to reach.
You want the fee back fast: INR 6.1 LPA median pay is higher than the INR 2.11 Lakhs course fee.
You want a small PG class: the course has 15 seats, so project groups stay small.
Your rank is near the close: keep this course high because the General Merit close was 2,763.
Skip it if:
You want a broad software branch: this is an AI course, so core systems choices are fewer.
You need hostel surety first: room allotment happens after admission, so check the hostel office before paying.
You expect very high pay: the PG median pay is INR 6.1 LPA, not a product-company top offer.
You miss the fee date: KEA can cancel the seat if you do not pay and report.
Counsellor's advice
If your rank is inside 2,763 and you want AI work, take this seat. If hostel is a must, check room availability first.
M.Tech AI Eligibility▾
Degree: You need B.E or B.Tech in a relevant engineering branch.
Marks: You need 50% marks, or 45% for Karnataka SC, ST and Category 1.
Exam route: GATE-qualified students and Karnataka PGCET rank holders can apply.
Seat scope: KEA uses the published seat matrix and your option order.
M.Tech AI Admission Process▾
Write exam: Use a valid GATE score or write Karnataka PGCET for M.Tech.
Fill choices: Log in to KEA and keep RIT M.Tech AI high if it is your first pick.
Check allotment: KEA allots seats by rank, category and choices.
Pay fee: Pay by the last date shown by KEA or you lose the seat.
Report: Bring degree marks, rank card, allotment letter and fee receipt.

M.Tech AI Admission Dates 2026

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These are the official 2026 dates. Tap 2027 Session for expected dates of the next batch.

The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026.
24 Apr 2026 to 20 May 2026Over
PGCET registration, last date to apply
Last date to apply was 20 May 2026. Late forms were not taken.
23 May 2026Over
PGCET M.Tech exam
You needed the test score for the rank list.
29 Jun 2026Over
PGCET result and rank
KEA used this rank for seat allotment.
11 Sep 2026 to 17 Sep 2026Over
Option entry and choice filling
Choices had to be locked by 17 Sep 2026.
18 Sep 2026Over
Round 1 allotment
The first allotment result was published on this date.
25 Sep 2026Over
Seat fee payment, last date
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by 25 Sep 2026.
26 Sep 2026Over
Physical reporting and document check
Choice 1 students reported with original papers.
10 Oct 2026Confirmed
Round 2 option entry
Use this only if KEA opens the next round for empty seats.
27 Oct 2026Confirmed
Classes start
Join the department after admission is confirmed.
Apr 2027 to May 2027Tentative
PGCET registration, last date to apply
Fill the form before the May closing date.
May 2027Tentative
PGCET M.Tech exam
Use the exam score for the KEA rank list.
Jun 2027Tentative
PGCET result and rank
Download the rank card when KEA publishes it.
Sep 2027Tentative
Option entry and choice filling
Keep this course high if it is your first pick.
Sep 2027Tentative
Round 1 allotment
Check the allotted college and choice options.
Sep 2027Tentative
Seat fee payment, last date
Pay the fee before reporting.
Oct 2027Tentative
Physical reporting and document check
Carry degree marks, rank card and allotment letter.
Oct 2027Tentative
Classes start
The new batch starts after reporting ends.

Source: KEA and RIT admission notices. Confirm on the official site before you act.

RIT M.Tech AI Fees 2026

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This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.

PGCET institute fee
Full course, as published
INR 2.11 Lakhs
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess
Per year × 2, INR 73,000 a year
INR 1.46 Lakhs
Total course fee
INR 2.11 Lakhs
2 years · institute fee, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 3.57 Lakhs
2 years · institute fee + hostel and mess
Education loan EMI
INR 3,573
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
288%
average first-year pay INR 6.1 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 6,035
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
170%
average first-year pay INR 6.1 LPA vs the full fee

Source: RIT fee notices. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your rank get you M.Tech AI at RIT?

Pick your category. The cutoff range uses Karnataka PGCET ranks for this course.

Category
General Merit
2,200 and below: strong chance. Keep it high on your list.
2,201 to 2,763: possible. Wait for later rounds.
Above 2,763: not safe on last year's close.
1H category
5,000 and below: strong chance. Keep documents ready.
5,001 to 5,582: possible. Watch the next allotment.
Above 5,582: not safe on the published close.
Reserved category
Published rank and seat match: use your category close first.
Near the last close: keep it high and wait for empty seats.
No published close: ask KEA before counting on the seat.
EDITOR'S NOTE

Use the General Merit 2,763 close as a guide, not a promise. A 15-seat course can move a lot when GATE candidates and PGCET choices change.

RIT M.Tech AI Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.

Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾

Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.

Post Metric Scholarship
INR 80,000
State social welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
Central Sector Scheme
INR 25,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in Class 12Apply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
Fee concession
INR 50,000
RIT
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answers
OBC post-matric scholarship
INR 40,000
State backward classes welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 25,000
Your net course fee: INR 1.86 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 2.11 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 65,000
Your net course fee: INR 1.46 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 1.05 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 1.06 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 75,000
Your net course fee: INR 1.36 Lakhs

Ramaiah Institute of Technology M.Tech AI vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to RIT. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

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Total fees2 years, no hostel
INR 2.11 Lakhs
institute fee
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Average paylatest PG data
INR 6.1 LPA
NIRF 2025
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INR 5.5 LPA
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Placement rateshare placed
86%
PG 2-year
84%
2 points lower
88%
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80%
6 points lower
78%
8 points lower
82%
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Closing rankPGCET GM, latest
2,763
Round 2, 2025
2,250
513 places tougher
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813 places tougher
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337 places easier
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Seatsthis course
15
PGCET
18
3 more
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12
3 fewer
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3 more
In short
If your rank clears both, BMSCE gives slightly higher pay but costs more. If the lower fee matters, RIT is the cleaner pick.
In short
PES pays more but costs much more and needs a tougher rank. If your rank only reaches RIT, take this seat.
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DSCE is easier to reach but pays less on this table. If RIT allots you a seat, keep DSCE as backup.
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BIT costs a little less and is easier to reach, but pay and placement are lower. If you get RIT, prefer it.
In short
NMIT is easier to reach and has more seats, but it costs more and pays a little less. If both allot, RIT is stronger on fee.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on RIT M.Tech AI

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is RIT M.Tech AI worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you want AI roles and can use Bengaluru well. The full fee without hostel is INR 2.11 Lakhs, while the PG median pay is INR 6.1 LPA. That is a strong fee-to-pay link. Check the EMI tile before you take a loan.
Should I take this seat if my rank is near 2,763?▾
Yes, but do not count on the last close alone. The General Merit close was 2,763 in the published round, and this course has 15 seats. Keep RIT high in your KEA list, but keep a safer course below it.
What job can I get after M.Tech AI at RIT?▾
You should aim for AI, data, analytics and software roles. The PG two-year median pay used on this page is INR 6.1 LPA. Bengaluru helps because many software teams are nearby. Build projects before placement starts.
Who should pick this course?▾
Pick it if you already like coding, maths and data work. The course is a two-year, full-time M.Tech with 15 seats, so the class is small. It suits students who want AI work more than a broad software degree.
Who should skip RIT M.Tech AI?▾
Skip it if you want a general computer science degree with many non-AI electives. This page is for M.Tech AI only. Also check hostel availability before paying if you must live on campus.
Is the fee worth it against the median pay?▾
Yes, the fee is low against the pay figure. The base fee is INR 2.11 Lakhs and the median pay is INR 6.1 LPA. The ROI tile shows 288% without hostel. Add hostel cost if you need a room.
Should I wait a year for a better rank?▾
Wait only if you can improve clearly. A rank near 2,763 can still be close because the course has 15 seats. If you already have this allotment and want AI, joining is a practical choice.
Is Bengaluru useful for this course?▾
Yes, Bengaluru is useful for projects, meetups and interviews. The course is on campus at MSR Nagar, and many software and data teams work in the city. Use that by building a project portfolio early.
Can I get admission through GATE?▾
Yes. RIT lists GATE-qualified students and Karnataka PGCET rank holders for M.Tech admission. KEA considers GATE candidates before PGCET candidates. Keep your score card and degree marks ready for document check.
What is the full course fee without hostel?▾
The full course fee without hostel is INR 2.11 Lakhs for the PGCET institute fee used here. Hostel and mess add INR 1.46 Lakhs in this estimate. Check the fee notice before payment because the college can revise fees.
Can I get a scholarship for this course?▾
Yes, some students can. The scholarship calculator uses Post Metric Scholarship, fee concession, defence support and a central scheme. Your category and income decide the result. Confirm the papers with the RIT scholarship section before you apply.
Will I get hostel for sure?▾
Not from the fee table alone. The hostel row is an estimate, and rooms are allotted after admission. If hostel is a must for you, call or visit the hostel office before paying the first fee.

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