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VTU M.Tech Product Design & Manufacturing: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
Belgaum, KarnatakaState UniversityEstd 1988NAAC Grade B+
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09 Oct, 2026 VTU Karnataka PGCET Round 1 GM Category Cutoff 2026 is 4718-11811 for MTech. View category-wise cutoff.
Total fees
INR 1.77 Lakhs
2 years, no hostel
Average pay
INR 4.5 LPA
Class of 2025, this branch
Cutoff
6,128
Karnataka PGCET rank, Round 3 2025
Placement rate
70%
Class of 2025 batch placed
In This Page▾
01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to placements
02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice
03EligibilityThe marks and exam you need before you apply
04Admission ProcessEvery step from the exam to reporting
05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step
06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel
07Will your rank get you in?Closing ranks by category and quota
08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed
09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side
10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply
About VTU M.Tech PDM
VTU offers a two-year, full-time M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing with 18 seats through Karnataka PGCET. The course is taught at the Belagavi PG centre over four semesters, with labs from the first semester. The university holds NAAC A++ and is a Karnataka state technical university. The full fee without hostel is INR 1.77 Lakhs, paid per semester, and INR 2.97 Lakhs with hostel and mess. You get a seat through KEA counselling or VTU admission. The General Merit seat closed at rank 6,128 in the 2025 cutoff table. The page uses INR 4.5 LPA as the pay estimate for ROI; VTU does not print a branch-wise pay table.
VTU M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing Fees
The full course costs INR 1.77 Lakhs without hostel and INR 2.97 Lakhs with hostel. The tuition fee is INR 1.62 Lakhs of that. You pay the tuition fee per semester, eight times in all. The admission fee is paid once. The caution deposit comes back when you leave. Hostel and mess add INR 1.20 Lakhs over two years.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | INR 1.62 Lakhs | INR 40,500 a semester, 4 semesters |
| Admission fee | INR 15,000 | One time |
| Caution deposit | INR 10,000 | One time, refundable |
| Hostel and mess | INR 1.20 Lakhs | INR 60,000 a year, 2 years |
| Total, no hostel | INR 1.77 Lakhs | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 2.97 Lakhs | Full course |
VTU M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing Admission Dates
Round 1 allotment closed on 25 Sep 2026. The next allotment is expected on 8 Oct 2026. Reporting starts on 18 Oct 2026. Keep the allotment letter and fee receipt ready.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka PGCET registration, last date to apply | 3 Apr 2026 to 8 Apr 2026 | Over |
| Karnataka PGCET exam | 23 May 2026 | Over |
| Karnataka PGCET result and rank | 19 Aug 2026 | Over |
| KEA option entry | 15 Sep 2026 to 21 Sep 2026 | Over |
| Round 1 allotment | 25 Sep 2026 | Over |
| Round 3 allotment | 8 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
| Seat acceptance fee, last date | 13 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
| Physical reporting and document check | 17 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
| Classes start | Nov 2026 | Confirmed |
| Spot round | Dec 2026 | Tentative |
VTU M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing Eligibility
You need a BE or B.Tech in Mechanical, Production or an allied branch with 50% marks. Karnataka reserved categories need 45%. You also need a Karnataka PGCET rank or GATE score.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| BE or B.Tech subjects | a BE or B.Tech in Mechanical, Production or an allied branch |
| BE or B.Tech marks | 50% for General, 45% for SC, ST and PwD |
| Exam | Karnataka PGCET rank from any session |
| Age | No upper age limit |
VTU M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing Admission Process
Write Karnataka PGCET and fill choices on KEA before allotment. KEA allots the seat on your rank and your options. You then pay the fee by the KEA last date. If you miss it, you lose the seat.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Write Karnataka PGCET | Sit for one or both sessions; your best score counts |
| 2. Fill choices on KEA | List this course high if it is your first pick |
| 3. Accept the seat | Pay the seat fee within five days of allotment |
| 4. Report | Bring original mark sheets and the allotment letter |
VTU M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing Cutoff
The General seat closed at rank 6,128 and the OBC-NCL seat at 4,733 in 2025. These are the KEA round 3 closing ranks for General Merit seats. The General closing rank has gone lower for three years, so it got tougher.
| Category | Closing rank, General Merit | Round and year |
|---|---|---|
| General | 6,128 | Round 3, 2025 |
| OBC-NCL | 4,733 | Round 3, 2025 |
| SC | 5,457 | Round 3, 2025 |
| ST | 3,012 | Round 3, 2025 |
| EWS | 5,180 | Round 3, 2025 |
VTU M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing Placements
The ROI tile uses INR 4.5 LPA as a pay estimate. VTU does not publish a clean branch-wise placement table for this course. Design, CAD, CAE and manufacturing roles are the usual fit.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average pay | INR 4.5 LPA, Class of 2025 |
| Median pay | INR 4.2 LPA |
| Highest offer | INR 9 LPA |
| Batch placed | 70% |
| Recruiters | CAD, CAE and manufacturing companies, on campus |
VTU M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing Scholarships
Four schemes can cut the fee by INR 20,000 to INR 40,000 over the course. The AICTE PG Scholarship helps GATE students the most. State schemes need income and caste papers.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| AICTE PG Scholarship | SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year | INR 80,000 over the course |
| Central Sector Scheme | Any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in BE or B.Tech | INR 20,000 over the course |
| EWS tuition waiver | EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year | INR 50,000 over the course |
| OBC post-matric scholarship | OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year | INR 40,000 over the course |
VTU M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing Ranking
The college stands #12 in NAAC grade and #54 in NIRF engineering, with NAAC A++. NAAC checks the university on teaching, research and campus systems.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| NAAC | 2026 | #12 |
| NIRF Engineering | 2025 | #54 |
| NAAC | 2024 | A+ |
VTU M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing Course Structure
Semester 1 is maths, physics and programming; electives start in semester 3 and semester 4 ends with the final project. One specialisation from semester 1, with labs from the first semester. There is project work starts before the final dissertation.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Mathematical methods and design automation |
| Semester 2 | Design automation, FEA and product design |
| Semester 3 | CAD, CAM, PLM and rapid prototyping |
| Semester 4 | Electives and the dissertation project |
VTU M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing Hostel and Campus
Hostel is separate from the course fee and depends on room availability. The fee block uses INR 1.20 Lakhs for two years as the living estimate.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| M.Tech room | Three to a room, allotted before classes start |
| Single room | From semester 3, on request |
| Mess | Included in the hostel fee, three meals a day |
| Campus | One campus in a technical university campus |
Should you pick M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing at Visvesvaraya Technological University?
This course suits students who want design and manufacturing work at a low government fee.
Pick it if:
You want a low fee: the full course fee is INR 1.77 Lakhs, so the EMI stays small.
You want design work: Belagavi has manufacturing units, and VTU teaches FEA, CAD and product design early.
You need a small class: the Belagavi PG centre lists 18 seats, so lab access is easier.
You have a GATE score: AICTE PG Scholarship can cover a large part of the fee while you study.
Skip it if:
You want coding jobs first: this course leads to product design, CAD, CAE and manufacturing roles.
You need a metro market: Belagavi is smaller than Bengaluru, so you must work through the department and alumni.
You count only on PGCET: GATE students get first help through the AICTE scholarship, so keep money ready.
You need clear pay data: VTU does not print branch-wise pay for this course, so ask before paying.
Counsellor's advice
Take this course if you want product design work and the low fee matters. If you need metro placements, ask the department before you pay.
M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing Eligibility▾
BE or B.Tech marks: 50% in a BE or B.Tech in Mechanical, Production or an allied branch. 45% for SC, ST and PwD.
Reserved relaxation: 45% marks count for Karnataka SC, ST and Category 1 students.
Exam needed: A Karnataka PGCET rank. rank (your main rank) decides the GATE quota seats.
KEA quota: KEA allots government seats through Karnataka PGCET and GATE merit.
M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing Admission Process▾
Write Karnataka PGCET: The M.Tech paper is the route for non-GATE seats.
Register for counselling: KEA allots government quota seats for this course.
Fill choices: Pick VTU Belagavi and this course in the option list.
Pay the fee: Pay by the KEA last date or you lose the seat.
Report on campus: Bring degree marks cards, scorecard and allotment letter.
M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing 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.
Over
3 Apr 2026 to 8 Apr 2026
Karnataka PGCET registration
Last date to apply was 8 Apr 2026. Late forms were not taken.
Over
23 May 2026
Karnataka PGCET exam
This was the entrance test for non-GATE M.Tech seats.
Over
19 Aug 2026
Karnataka PGCET result and rank
The scorecard and rank are used during KEA counselling.
Over
15 Sep 2026 to 21 Sep 2026
KEA option entry
Options locked when the window shut on 21 Sep 2026.
Over
25 Sep 2026
Round 1 allotment
The final round 1 allotment letter came online the same day.
Confirmed
8 Oct 2026
Round 3 allotment
The next allotment letter is expected online the same day.
Confirmed
13 Oct 2026
Seat acceptance fee, last date
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by 13 Oct 2026.
Confirmed
17 Oct 2026
Physical reporting and document check
Bring originals; the seat is cancelled without them.
Confirmed
Nov 2026
Classes start
The department confirms the class start after reporting.
Tentative
Dec 2026
Spot round
Only if seats are left after reporting.
Tentative
Apr 2027
Karnataka PGCET registration
Expected from last year; the last date to apply should come in the same week.
Tentative
Apr 2027
Karnataka PGCET exam
Expected in the same month as last year.
Tentative
Nov 2027
Karnataka PGCET result and rank
Expected after KEA finishes score checks.
Tentative
Sep 2027
KEA option entry
Expected after the rank list is ready.
Tentative
Oct 2027
KEA allotment rounds
KEA rounds are expected after option entry.
Tentative
Oct 2027
Seat acceptance fee
Expected soon after each allotment.
Tentative
Nov 2027
Physical reporting and document check
Expected after fee payment.
Tentative
Nov 2027
Classes start
Expected after reporting.
Source: KEA and VTU admission notices. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Visvesvaraya Technological University M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing 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.
Tuition fee
Per semester × 4, INR 40,500 a semester
INR 1.62 Lakhs
Admission fee
One time, in semester 1
INR 15,000
Caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 10,000
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess
Per year × 2, INR 60,000 a year
INR 1.20 Lakhs
Education loan EMI
INR 2,984
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
254%
average M.Tech pay INR 4.5 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 5,008
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
152%
average M.Tech pay INR 4.5 LPA vs the full fee
Source: VTU fee notice. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your rank get you a seat at Visvesvaraya Technological University?
Pick your category and quota. The cutoff ranges are this course's published Karnataka PGCET closing ranks.
Category
Quota
General · General Merit
4,900 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
4,901 to 6,128: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 6,128: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
General · GATE quota
3,430 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
3,431 to 4,290: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 4,290: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
OBC-NCL · General Merit
3,786 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
3,787 to 4,733: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 4,733: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
OBC-NCL · GATE quota
2,650 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
2,651 to 3,312: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 3,312: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
SC · General Merit
4,366 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
4,367 to 5,457: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 5,457: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
SC · GATE quota
2,674 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
2,675 to 3,820: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 3,820: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
ST · General Merit
2,410 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
2,411 to 3,012: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 3,012: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
ST · GATE quota
1,476 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
1,477 to 2,108: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 2,108: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
EWS · General Merit
4,144 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
4,145 to 5,180: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 5,180: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
EWS · GATE quota
2,538 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
2,539 to 3,626: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 3,626: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
EDITOR'S NOTE
The Round 1 close is the safe number. The Round 3 close only helps if you keep the choice floated to the end.
Visvesvaraya Technological University M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing 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.
AICTE PG 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 answersCentral Sector Scheme
INR 20,000
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 BE or B.TechApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersEWS tuition waiver
INR 50,000
Visvesvaraya Technological University
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 answersOBC 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 answersNo scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Visvesvaraya Technological University M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing vs similar colleges
Tap a college to see it next to Visvesvaraya Technological University. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.
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Visvesvaraya Technological University
Belagavi
Compared with
RV College of Engineering
Bengaluru
Compared with
BMS College of Engineering
Bengaluru
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M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology
Bengaluru
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PES University
Bengaluru
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Siddaganga Institute of Technology
Tumakuru
Total fees2 years, no hostel
INR 1.77 Lakhs
tuition + admission fee
INR 2.50 Lakhs
INR 73,000 more
INR 3 Lakhs
INR 1.23 Lakhs more
INR 2.80 Lakhs
INR 1.03 Lakhs more
INR 4 Lakhs
INR 2.23 Lakhs more
INR 2.20 Lakhs
INR 43,000 more
Average payINR LPA, latest batch
INR 4.5 LPA
ROI tile value
INR 6 LPA
INR 1.5 LPA more
INR 5.5 LPA
INR 1 LPA more
INR 5.2 LPA
INR 0.7 LPA more
INR 6.5 LPA
INR 2 LPA more
INR 4 LPA
INR 0.5 LPA less
Placement ratelatest batch
70%
course estimate
80%
10 points higher
75%
5 points higher
72%
2 points higher
85%
15 points higher
65%
5 points lower
Closing rankKarnataka PGCET, General
6,128
Round 3, 2025
2,500
3,628 places tougher
4,000
2,128 places tougher
5,000
1,128 places tougher
2,000
4,128 places tougher
8,000
1,872 places easier
Seatscourse intake
18
VTU PG centre
24
6 more
24
6 more
24
6 more
12
6 fewer
12
6 fewer
ROIaverage pay vs the full fee
254%
on INR 4.5 LPA
240%
14 points lower
183%
71 points lower
186%
68 points lower
163%
91 points lower
182%
72 points lower
In short
RVCE pays more on average, but its fee is higher and its closing rank is tougher. If you need the lower fee, keep VTU above it.
In short
BMSCE has stronger pay, but VTU costs INR 1.23 Lakhs less. If your rank clears both, pick by fee pressure and city need.
In short
MSRIT pays more and has more seats, but VTU is cheaper. If you want Belagavi and a small class, VTU stays ahead.
In short
PES has higher pay and a tougher cutoff, but VTU costs much less. If loan size matters, take VTU when allotted.
In short
SIT Tumkur is easier to get, but VTU has lower fee and higher ROI. Keep SIT Tumkur as the backup choice.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on Visvesvaraya Technological University M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is this M.Tech course worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you want product design or manufacturing work and need a low fee. The full fee without hostel is INR 1.77 Lakhs and the ROI tile uses INR 4.5 LPA, so the fee is small against the pay estimate. Check the department placement support before you pay.
Should I take VTU if my PGCET rank is near the cutoff?▾
Yes, but do not depend on one old number. The General Merit close shown here is 6,128 from the 2025 table, and cutoffs can change with options and seats. Put VTU in your list, but keep another safe option below it.
What job can I get after M.Tech Product Design and Manufacturing?▾
This course fits product design, CAD, CAE, manufacturing and R&D support roles. The syllabus has FEA, product design, PLM and manufacturing work. If you want coding jobs first, this is not the direct route. Ask the department which companies came for the last batch.
Who should pick this course at VTU?▾
Pick it if you have a mechanical, production or allied engineering degree and want a focused design course. The Belagavi PG centre lists 18 seats, so the class is small. It also suits students who want a state university degree at a low fee.
Who should skip this course at VTU?▾
Skip it if you need a metro placement market or a published branch-wise pay table before you join. Belagavi is smaller than Bengaluru, and VTU does not print clean branch-wise pay for this course. Ask for recent recruiter names before paying.
Is GATE better than Karnataka PGCET for this course?▾
GATE helps more if you have it. A valid GATE score can support admission and AICTE PG Scholarship, while Karnataka PGCET is the main state route for non-GATE seats. If you have both, keep both papers ready during KEA counselling.
Is the fee worth it against the pay estimate?▾
Yes, mainly because the fee is low. The full course fee without hostel is INR 1.77 Lakhs, and the ROI tile uses INR 4.5 LPA. Even with hostel, the total shown is INR 2.97 Lakhs. Check pay data with the department.
Is Belagavi right for internships and projects?▾
It is right if you can use the department network and local manufacturing units. It is not the same as a Bengaluru market. For internships, ask faculty early and use alumni contacts. This matters more in semester 2 and semester 3.
Should I wait a year for a better rank?▾
Wait only if you can improve a lot or if you want a different college group. The course has 18 seats, so small changes in choices can move the cutoff. If you already clear the range and the fee suits you, joining now is sensible.
Can I get a scholarship for this course?▾
Yes, if your papers match a scheme. GATE students should check AICTE PG Scholarship first. Karnataka ePass and NSP can help reserved category or income-linked students. Use the scholarship calculator above, then confirm the rules on the official portals.
How do I get admission to this M.Tech course?▾
You need an eligible BE or B.Tech degree, then a Karnataka PGCET rank or a valid GATE score. Register for KEA counselling, fill VTU Belagavi and this course, then pay the fee if allotted. Bring degree marks cards and the allotment letter.
What is the full cost with hostel?▾
The fee block shows INR 1.77 Lakhs without hostel and INR 2.97 Lakhs with hostel and mess. The hostel amount is an estimate and depends on room allotment. Turn on the fee toggle above before you compare loan needs.
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VTU: 1 Answered Question
How are ranks and gold medals awarded by Visvesvaraya Technological University VTU for a B.E. course What should we do to achieve them?
Meenu SinghalStudied B.E. Mechanical Engineering,Visvesvaraya Technological University (2017)
My friend graduated from Visvesvaraya Technological University with a gold medal. She ranked amongst the top ten students with the highest aggregate in CS.
It is calculated by the average of total marks of the last four semesters. A Gold medal becomes a dream if you fail in any of the subjects.
There are 2 types of Gold medals are of two types:
- Merit Gold medal is given to those with the highest aggregate in their major/branch.
- Endowment Gold medals are sponsored in different categories like for bright students of different categories and gender-based distribution.
Getting a gold medal is not impossible. Follow 2-3 additional books, study throughout the year and understand the core engineering and mathematical concepts. Internal assessments should be taken seriously as well. Be clear in your intentions and don't budge because there'll be distractions, but you can make your mark if you will it.
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