MSRIT Bangalore M.Tech Data Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for M.Tech in Data Science at RIT Bengaluru is INR 2,86,000 for the two-year programme, payable at INR 1,43,000 per year. PGCET government-quota students pay a separately regulated lower fee. Confirm current fees at msrit.edu.

Ans. Candidates must hold a B.Tech/B.E. in CSE, ISE, IT, ECE, or allied engineering from a recognised university, with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks. A valid GATE 2026 score (CS or DA) or a Karnataka PGCET 2026 score (M.Tech) is required for admission.

Ans. M.Tech Data Science admission at RIT Bengaluru is through Karnataka PGCET 2026 (M.Tech section, May 24, 2026) for PGCET-quota seats via VTU online counselling. Candidates with GATE 2026 scores may apply for GATE-quota seats. PGCET counselling and admission conclude by August 2026.

Ans. The M.Tech in Data Science at RIT Bengaluru covers machine learning, deep learning, data engineering, statistical modelling, big data analytics, natural language processing, and data visualisation. As a VTU-autonomous institution, MSRIT maintains an updated curriculum with practical laboratory work, project-based learning, and a research dissertation in the final semester.

Ans. M.Tech Data Science graduates from RIT Bengaluru pursue data science, machine learning engineering, analytics, and AI research roles at technology, BFSI, and healthcare firms in Bengaluru. Typical roles include data scientist, ML engineer, data engineer, analytics lead, and AI researcher. MSRIT’s industry linkages and Bengaluru’s technology ecosystem provide strong placement support for postgraduate engineers.

Ans. Yes. The M.Tech at RIT Bengaluru is affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) under its autonomous framework, approved by AICTE, and the college holds NAAC A+ with NBA for all eligible departments. VTU degrees are recognised by employers and accepted for PhD admission nationwide.