Bachelor of Engineering [BE]

BLDEA’s V.P. Dr. P.G. Halakatti College of Engineering and Technology, Vijayapura, offers a four-year BE in eight branches: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Data Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Information Science and Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. Affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University and AICTE-approved, admission is through KCET 2026 or COMEDK UGET 2026. Total fees range from INR 6,00,000 to INR 16,80,000.

Admission Status: KCET results were declared on May 28, 2026 and COMEDK UGET results on May 26, 2026. KEA KCET counselling and COMEDK counselling rounds are currently underway. Classes for the 2026-27 batch are scheduled to commence in August 2026.

Key Points

• Offers both established branches (Civil, Mechanical, EEE) and newer VTU 2021-curriculum tracks (AI and ML, Data Science, IS&E) within one campus in Vijayapura, North Karnataka.
• Karnataka domicile candidates apply through KEA KCET counselling (college code E038); candidates from all Indian states are eligible through COMEDK UGET (code E026).
• Annual tuition varies significantly: INR 1,50,000 per year for Civil and Mechanical versus INR 4,20,000 per year for CSE, allowing students to weigh branch preference against total outlay.

BLDEACET BE Fees 2026

Total fees for the four-year BE at BLDEACET vary by branch, from INR 6,00,000 for Civil and Mechanical to INR 16,80,000 for CSE. All figures are for the complete four-year programme.

• Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.
• Hostel and transport are payable separately and excluded from the above totals.

BLDEACET BE Admission 2026

Admission to all BE branches is through KCET 2026 (government quota, Karnataka domicile) or COMEDK UGET 2026 (open to all Indian candidates). Management-quota seats are filled directly by the college.

Important Dates

• KCET quota seats allotted through KEA online counselling; BLDEACET CET code is E038.
• COMEDK quota seats allotted through centralised COMEDK counselling; college code is E026.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must have passed 10+2 (PUC or equivalent) with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects plus Chemistry, Computer Science, Biology, or Electronics as an additional subject.
• Minimum aggregate of 45 per cent in the qualifying examination (40 per cent for SC, ST, and OBC under Karnataka norms).
• KCET quota requires Karnataka state domicile as prescribed by KEA; COMEDK quota has no domicile restriction.

Admission Process

• Appear in KCET 2026 or COMEDK UGET 2026 to obtain a rank for government or COMEDK quota seats.
• Register on the KEA portal or COMEDK counselling portal, fill college-branch preferences listing BLDEACET (E038 for KCET, E026 for COMEDK), and upload required documents.
• Accept the allotted seat within the stipulated window and pay the provisional admission fee.
• Report to BLDEACET, Vijayapura, with original 10+2 mark sheets, transfer certificate, and category certificate (if applicable) for enrolment.

✓ Opt for this if

• KCET or COMEDK qualifiers from Vijayapura or North Karnataka preferring local study
• Fee-sensitive students targeting Civil or Mechanical Engineering at INR 6,00,000 total
• Candidates wanting a VTU BE in AI and ML or Data Science in a North Karnataka campus
• Students willing to relocate to Bengaluru for IT roles after graduating from Vijayapura

✗ Skip if

• You expect campus placement drives from Bengaluru-based tech companies or top MNCs
• You need a Tier 1 VTU campus in Bengaluru or Mysuru for metropolitan networking
• You have a KCET rank strong enough for NIT or RV College of Engineering
• You are targeting GATE or research careers requiring lab-intensive postgraduate pathways

BLDEACET BE Scholarships 2026

BE students at BLDEACET are eligible for central and state government scholarships covering full or partial tuition for SC, ST, OBC, female, and differently-abled categories.

• SC and ST students receive full tuition reimbursement credited directly to the institution.
• Female students apply for AICTE Pragati through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.

BLDEACET BE FAQs

Ques. Why is BE CSE fee nearly three times that of BE Civil or Mechanical at BLDEACET?

Ans. Fee structures at VTU-affiliated private colleges are regulated by the Karnataka Fee Fixation Committee but vary by branch based on infrastructure, software licensing, and faculty costs. CSE, Data Science, and IS&E have higher per-seat costs, resulting in a total of INR 16,80,000 for CSE versus INR 6,00,000 for Civil and Mechanical. Students should weigh branch preference and career goals against the four-year fee commitment.

Ques. Can students from outside Karnataka apply for BE at BLDEACET?

Ans. Yes. KCET quota is restricted to Karnataka domicile candidates, but COMEDK UGET seats are open to candidates from any Indian state. Students from outside Karnataka can appear in COMEDK UGET and apply through COMEDK counselling using college code E026. Management-quota seats may also be available directly through the college admissions office.

Ques. Which BE branch gives better placement outcomes at BLDEACET — CSE or Mechanical?

Ans. CSE typically sees more active campus recruitment at VTU-affiliated colleges, particularly from Bengaluru IT companies. Mechanical placements depend on the core-engineering job market, which is more selective. BLDEACET graduates from both branches typically relocate to Bengaluru or Pune for employment. Verify current placement data directly with the college before choosing a branch.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation available at BLDEACET for outstation students?

Ans. Hostel charges are not included in the published BE tuition fees. Prospective students should confirm hostel availability and current charges directly with the BLDEACET admissions office at 9513398031 before finalising admission.

Ques. What is the difference between BE CSE and BE IS&E at BLDEACET for job prospects?

Ans. Both programmes share core software and programming subjects under the VTU curriculum. BE CSE has slightly stronger recruiter brand recognition in the IT sector. BE IS&E (Information Science and Engineering) emphasises information systems and database management and opens similar IT pathways at a lower total fee of INR 12,80,000 versus INR 16,80,000 for CSE.