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JSS Science and Technology University (JSSSTU), Mysuru is a private deemed-to-be university established in 2016 under the aegis of JSS Mahavidyapeetha, Mysuru. The university evolved from Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering (SJCE), founded in 1963. JSSSTU is recognised by UGC and the degrees it awards are approved by AICTE for its engineering programmes. It holds NAAC accreditation and NBA accreditation for select programmes.
As per NIRF Engineering 2025, JSSSTU is ranked in the 201-300 band nationally among engineering institutions.
The university campus is located at Manasagangothri, Mysuru, spanning approximately 102 acres. The main constituent unit is SJCE, which houses the engineering and technology programmes.
- B.E. is the flagship programme, offered across 14 plus branches including CSE, Computer Science and Business Systems (CSBS), IS&E, ECE, EEE, EI, Civil, Mechanical, Biotechnology, Environmental Engineering, Industrial and Production Engineering, and Polymer Science and Technology.
- BCA (3-year programme in Computer Applications)
- M.Tech is offered across 16 specialisations including Data Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Energy Management, Biotechnology, Polymer Science, and Environmental Engineering.
- MBA (with specialisations in Digital Marketing, Financial Management, Retail Management), MCA, M.Sc (10 programmes), and PhD in 20 plus disciplines.
B.E. total fees for aided branches are INR 2,38,860. For higher-demand branches (CSE, Civil, Mechanical, IS&E, CSBS, Biotechnology), fees are INR 3,22,000 per year. M.Tech total fees are INR 2,41,460. MBA total fees are INR 1,32,000.
In placements 2024, the highest offer was INR 60 LPA and the median package stood at INR 9 LPA. Over 80% of students secured placements. CSE, ECE, IS&E, and CSBS branches recorded near-100% placement rates.
JSSSTU Mysuru Admission Dates 2026
B.E. admissions for the 2026-27 session have concluded through KCET 2026 and COMEDK UGET 2026. Classes commenced on September 13, 2026. M.Tech, MBA, and MCA admissions via Karnataka PGCET 2026 are ongoing with Round 2 expected in October 2026.
| Event | 2026-27 Status |
|---|---|
| KCET 2026 and COMEDK 2026 Exam | April to May 2026 (Concluded) |
| B.E. Allotment and Admission | July to August 2026 (Concluded) |
| B.E. Classes Commenced | September 13, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Round 1 | September 21, 2026 (Concluded) |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Round 2 (M.Tech, MBA, MCA) | October 2026 (Ongoing) |
For the 2027-28 B.E. intake, KCET 2027 registration is expected in January 2027. The table below shows tentative timelines based on prior cycles.
| Event | 2027-28 B.E. Cycle (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| KCET 2027 Registration | January to March 2027 |
| KCET 2027 Exam | April to May 2027 |
| COMEDK UGET 2027 | May 2027 |
| Allotment and Admission | July to August 2027 |
The qualifying examinations accepted across JSSSTU programmes are listed below.
| Programme | Qualifying Exam | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| B.E. (all branches) | KCET / COMEDK UGET / Management Quota | KCET for Karnataka domicile only |
| B.E. Lateral Entry | Karnataka DCET | For diploma holders, direct to 2nd year |
| M.Tech / MBA / MCA | Karnataka PGCET | 50-50 split: KEA and management quota |
| BCA | Merit-based / KCET | 3-year programme |
| M.Sc (various) | JSSSTU entrance / merit | Multiple disciplines |
| PhD | GATE / NET / JSSSTU entrance | 20 plus disciplines |
JSSSTU Mysuru Courses and Fees
JSSSTU offers programmes across engineering, technology, sciences, management, and computer applications. B.E. is offered across 14 plus branches. The fee structure distinguishes between aided branches (lower fees) and self-financed or high-demand branches (higher fees).
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.E. (Aided: EEE, ECE, EI, Environmental, IPE, Polymer, Construction) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM 45% + KCET/COMEDK | INR 2,38,860 |
| B.E. (CSE, CSBS, IS&E, Civil, Mechanical, Biotechnology) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM 45% + KCET/COMEDK | INR 3,22,000 per year |
| BCA | 3 years | 10+2 with Mathematics | INR 2,54,490 |
| M.Tech (16 specialisations) | 2 years | B.E./B.Tech + GATE or Karnataka PGCET | INR 2,41,460 |
| MBA (and specialisations) | 2 years | Any graduation | INR 1,32,000 |
| MCA | 2 years | Graduation with Maths | INR 2,21,460 |
| M.Sc (Computer Science / Data Science / ML and AI / Cyber Security) | 2 years | B.Sc/BCA in relevant discipline | INR 1,94,460 to 1,98,460 |
| M.Sc (Chemistry / Biotechnology / Analytical Chemistry / Polymer Science) | 2 years | B.Sc in relevant discipline | INR 1,81,460 |
| M.Sc Mathematics | 2 years | B.Sc with Mathematics | INR 1,53,460 |
| PhD (20 plus disciplines) | 3 to 5 years | Master’s degree + GATE/NET | INR 2,26,500 |
Among B.E. branches, CSE records the highest KCET demand with a 2026 closing rank of 3,156 in General Merit at the SJCE constituent. M.Tech at JSSSTU includes niche specialisations such as Data Science (separate from CSE), Automotive Electronic Engineering, Bio-Medical Signal Processing, and Infrastructure Engineering and Construction. M.Sc Cyber Security and M.Sc Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence are recent additions reflecting JSSSTU’s focus on emerging disciplines.
JSSSTU Mysuru Admission Process
B.E. Admission
B.E. admission at JSSSTU is through KCET (Karnataka domicile candidates) and COMEDK UGET (all India candidates). The minimum eligibility is 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with at least 45% aggregate marks. Seat allotment for KCET is through the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). COMEDK allotment is through the COMEDK consortium. Management quota seats are available for direct admission.
KCET 2026 closing ranks for General Merit included: CSE at 3,156 and Polymer Science and Technology at approximately 78,374 at the wider end of the range. Karnataka government reservation applies to KCET seats, with SC (15%), ST (3%), and OBC sub-categories (32%) reserved seats. Non-Karnataka candidates are not eligible for KCET.
Diploma holders can apply for lateral entry to second-year B.E. through the Karnataka DCET exam.
M.Tech, MBA, and MCA Admission
M.Tech, MBA, and MCA admissions follow a 50-50 split between Karnataka PGCET (state counselling) and college management quota. Candidates need a relevant graduation degree with GATE score (for M.Tech) or PGCET rank. PGCET 2026 Round 2 allotment for M.Tech, MBA, and MCA is expected in October 2026.
M.Sc and BCA Admission
M.Sc programme admissions are based on JSSSTU’s own entrance test or merit in qualifying examination. BCA admission is through merit or KCET. Both M.Sc and BCA require the respective bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline from a recognised institution.
JSSSTU Mysuru Placements
JSSSTU’s Training and Placement Cell coordinates campus placements across B.E., M.Tech, MBA, MCA, and M.Sc programmes. In the 2024 placement season, the highest offer recorded was INR 60 LPA and the median package stood at INR 9 LPA. Over 80% of students across programmes secured placement offers. CSE, ECE, IS&E, EEE, EI, and CSBS branches reported near-100% placement rates.
Marquee technology recruiters at JSSSTU include Amazon, Cisco, Citrix, Dell, Ericsson, Flipkart, IBM, NetApp, and Oracle. Core engineering companies including Bosch, Titan, Intel, and Mercedes-Benz recruit for Mechanical, EEE, and ECE branches. MBA graduates are placed in banking, financial services, retail, and digital marketing roles.
CSE and IS&E graduates primarily receive offers in software development, data engineering, network engineering, and cloud platforms. Biotechnology and Environmental Engineering graduates pursue research-adjacent roles and postgraduate education alongside industry placements.
| Metric | Placements 2024 |
|---|---|
| Highest Package | INR 60 LPA |
| Median Package | INR 9 LPA |
| Overall Placement Rate | 80% plus |
| CSE / ECE / IS&E / CSBS Placement Rate | Near 100% |
JSSSTU Mysuru Rankings
JSSSTU participates in the National Institutional Ranking Framework under the Engineering category. As per NIRF Engineering 2025, JSSSTU falls in the 201-300 band nationally. The university was previously in the 151-200 band in 2023, reflecting a change in the ranking trajectory.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 Rank | 2023 Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Engineering | 201-300 band | 151-200 band |
| Outlook | Engineering | 21 | Not confirmed |
JSSSTU Mysuru Scholarships
JSSSTU students can access scholarships through central and Karnataka state government schemes. AICTE scholarships are available for specific student categories enrolled in AICTE-approved programmes at JSSSTU.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka Government Post-Matric Scholarship | SC, ST, OBC students domiciled in Karnataka | Tuition and maintenance as per Karnataka norms |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Meritorious students from economically weaker sections | Financial support for college expenses |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship | Girl students in AICTE-approved technical courses | Tuition and incidental expenses |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship | Differently-abled students in AICTE-approved programmes | Tuition and academic expenses |
| Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) | Wards and widows of ex-servicemen and paramilitary personnel | Financial support for professional courses |
JSSSTU Mysuru Campus and Infrastructure
JSSSTU is located on a 102-acre campus at Manasagangothri, Mysuru. The campus houses engineering and technology blocks, science and management departments, a Central Knowledge Resource Centre library, hostel facilities, a medical centre, cafeterias, and sports grounds.
Hostel facilities are available for both male and female students. Boys’ hostel fees range from INR 71,400 to INR 86,800 per year. Girls’ hostel fees range from INR 71,300 to INR 76,300 per year. The campus is WiFi-enabled with dedicated research labs for each department. Research centres are active in Polymer Science, Biotechnology, Environmental Engineering, Embedded Systems, and Data Science.
JSSSTU hosts TEQIP (Technical Education Quality Improvement Programme) infrastructure which strengthened laboratory equipment and industry-academia linkages across the university. The Central Knowledge Resource Centre provides digital library access, subscriptions to major engineering databases, and a digital fabrication facility.
JSSSTU vs PES University vs BMS College of Engineering
KCET aspirants targeting high-ranking Karnataka engineering institutions often compare JSSSTU (Mysuru) with PES University (Bengaluru) and BMS College of Engineering (Bengaluru). All three admit students through KCET and COMEDK and serve the same Karnataka-region applicant pool.
| Parameter | JSSSTU Mysuru | PES University Bengaluru | BMS College of Engineering Bengaluru |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established (current form) | 2016 (SJCE: 1963) | 2013 (PESIT: 1972) | 1946 |
| Type | Private Deemed University | Private Deemed University | Government-aided Autonomous |
| Location | Mysuru | Bengaluru | Bengaluru |
| KCET CSE Closing Rank (General, 2026) | 3,156 | Approx. 1,000 to 1,500 | Approx. 1,500 to 2,500 |
| NIRF Engineering 2025 | 201-300 band | Not in top 300 | Not in top 300 |
| Hostel | Boys and Girls | Boys and Girls | Boys and Girls |
JSSSTU leads among the three on NIRF Engineering band ranking. PES University has a more competitive KCET CSE cutoff, reflecting stronger demand for its Bengaluru location and industry proximity. BMS College of Engineering, as a government-aided institution, has lower total fees and is well-regarded for core engineering placements in Bengaluru. Candidates preferring a Mysuru location with a university-level institution and research-oriented environment typically prefer JSSSTU.
JSSSTU Mysuru FAQs
Ques. What is the KCET cutoff for CSE at JSSSTU Mysore?
Ans. The KCET 2026 closing rank for B.E. CSE (General Merit) at JSSSTU Mysuru was 3,156. This applies to the SJCE constituent college, which is the engineering college of JSSSTU. Cutoffs vary by category, year, and allotment round.
Ques. What is the B.E. fee at JSSSTU Mysore?
Ans. B.E. total fees for aided branches (EEE, ECE, EI, Environmental, Polymer, Construction) at JSSSTU are INR 2,38,860 for four years. For higher-demand branches (CSE, CSBS, IS&E, Civil, Mechanical, Biotechnology), the fee is INR 3,22,000 per year. MBA total fees are INR 1,32,000 and M.Tech total fees are INR 2,41,460.
Ques. Is JSSSTU a private or government university?
Ans. JSSSTU is a private deemed-to-be university, established in 2016 by JSS Mahavidyapeetha, Mysuru. It evolved from Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering (SJCE), which was founded in 1963 as a government-aided institution. The university is recognised by UGC and its engineering programmes are AICTE-approved.
Ques. What is the placement package at JSSSTU Mysore?
Ans. In the 2024 placement season, the highest package at JSSSTU was INR 60 LPA and the median package was INR 9 LPA. Over 80% of students secured placements. CSE, ECE, IS&E, and CSBS branches recorded near-100% placement rates. Top recruiters included Amazon, Cisco, Dell, Flipkart, IBM, NetApp, and Oracle.
Ques. Does JSSSTU Mysore have hostel facilities?
Ans. Yes, JSSSTU has separate hostel facilities for boys and girls on its 102-acre Mysuru campus. Boys’ hostel fees range from INR 71,400 to INR 86,800 per year. Girls’ hostel fees range from INR 71,300 to INR 76,300 per year.
Ques. What is JSSSTU’s NIRF ranking?
Ans. As per NIRF Engineering 2025, JSSSTU Mysuru is ranked in the 201-300 band nationally. The university was in the 151-200 band in 2023. Outlook Engineering 2025 ranked JSSSTU at #21 in India.
Ques. Can a non-Karnataka student seek admission to JSSSTU?
Ans. Yes, non-Karnataka students can apply to JSSSTU through COMEDK UGET for B.E. programmes or through management quota for both B.E. and PG programmes. KCET is restricted to Karnataka domicile candidates. Contact jssstuniv.in for management quota and direct admission details.
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At JSS Science and Technology University in Mysore, the MCA (Master of Computer Applications) program’s total fee for the full two-year course is around INR 1.16 lakh (tuition), which applies whether you join through merit or management quota seats (50 % of PG seats are allotted under management quota), specific “management quota donation” amounts are not officially published. So, the overall fee remains about INR 1.16 lakh, with additional hostel or other charges possible.
At SJCE (JSS Science & Technology University, Mysore), management quota (payment quota) fees are higher than regular tuition. For example, the Computer Science & Engineering branch under the management quota can cost around INR 10-12 lakh per year.
Admission to JSS Science and Technology University, Mysuru, is based on state/national entrance exams such as KCET, COMEDK, GATE, and PGCET for different programs. Candidates must apply online, upload documents, and attend counselling. Key application windows and counselling dates for 2026 are expected from January to July 2026 for most courses.
You can contact the JSS Science and Technology University at 0821-2548285
Yes, JSS Science & Technology University, Mysuru has an active placement cell that works to connect students with internships and jobs. The dedicated Training & Placement Department collaborates with industry partners, organises pre-placement training, workshops, seminars and campus recruitment drives, helping graduates secure roles with national and multinational companies. Placement support includes career guidance, interview preparation and professional development activities
JSS STU offers admission to B.Tech, MBA, BCA, MCA, M.Tech, Executive MBA, M.Sc, and PhD courses. JSS Science and Technology University Admission is based on COMEDK, KCET, KMAT, GATE, and Karnataka PGCET, followed by Counselling. For engineering and professional PG courses, an entrance exam is required, except under management quota. For non-professional UG programs, you can join based on merit in qualifying exams without an entrance.
JSS Science and Technology University Mysore Courses are offered at UG, PG, Doctorate level. There are 56 courses offered at JSS Science and Technology University Mysore. The courses are offered disciplines like Engineering, Computer Applications, Management, Science. JSS Science and Technology University Mysore courses includes BE, MBA, M.Tech, MCA, BCA, M.Sc, M.C.A {Lateral}, MBA Executive, Ph.D. Popular courses at JSS Science and Technology University Mysore are BE, MBA, M.Tech.
JSS Science and Technology University Mysore Hostel Fee for Male is INR 72,000 to 77,000. Hostel Fee for Female at JSS Science and Technology University Mysore is INR 71,300 to 76,300.
The university does not list separate fees for Management Quota seats; it is common for such seats to incur higher fees compared to government quota admissions. The Master of Computer Applications (MCA) program at JSS Science and Technology University (JSSSTU), Mysuru, has a total tuition fee of approximately INR 1.28 lakh for the entire 2-year duration.
Candidates are allotted seats based on KCET. The total fees are INR 4.17 Lakhs for the Btech in CSE. The management fees are around 10-12 lakhs at the JSS Science and Technology University, Mysore.
Yes, JSS Science and Technology University (JSS STU) requires prospective Ph.D. candidates to undergo a Research Entrance Test (RET) as part of the admission process. For Ph.D, the candidate must possess a postgraduate degree in a relevant field from a recognized university. Final year students of postgraduate programs are also eligible.
JSSTU Mysore offers many courses which have different fee structures from one another. Click here to get the individual course fee details of JSSTU Mysore.
The first year fee of JSS Science and Technology University BCA is INR 1.73 lacs. The second and third year fee of the BCA coursee are also the same INR 1.73 lacs. The total fee of the course is INR 5.19 lacs.
The placement details of JSS Science and Technology University are given below:
Yes, CS branch is available in JSSTU Mysore. The following courses are offered in the field of CS Branch:
The first year fee of JSS Science and Technology University BCA is INR 1.73 lacs. The second and third year fees of the course are also the same INR 1.73 lacs. The total fee of the course is INR 5.19 lacs.
The total fee for B.Tech. course is INR 4.17 lacs. However, the JSS Science and Technology University has not released the B.Tech. fee structure in year wise or semester wise category.
The fee structure of JSS Science and Technological University varies from specialisation to specialisation. However, the average per year fee of the course is INR 1.06 lacs. The total fee of the course is INR 4.24 lacs.
Mentioned below is the first year fee of different courses offered at JSS Science and Technology University:
JEE Mains scores are required for admission to B.Tech. or B.E. But it is not accepted by JSS Mysore for admission. Instead, it accepts the valid scores of COMED K or KCET for admission to its B.Tech./ B.E. course.
The year wise fee structure of B.E. or B.Tech. is given below:
This is the General Category fee structure of B.E./ B.Tech. course.
JSS Science and Technology University Bachelor of Computer Applications Fees is given below: