Bachelor of Engineering [BE]

City Engineering College (CEC), Doddakallasandra, Bangalore, offers a 4-year full-time BE in 8 specializations affiliated to VTU, AICTE-approved with NAAC B+ accreditation. Total fees range from INR 6,22,000 (Civil, Mechanical) to INR 9,67,000 (CSE). Admission is through KCET and COMEDK UGET. The campus is located off Kanakapura Road, South Bangalore.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. KEA centralised counselling is ongoing through July 2026.

City Engineering BE Fees 2026

BE fees at City Engineering College, Bangalore, vary by branch. Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering are the lowest at INR 6,22,000, while CSE is the highest at INR 9,67,000 for four years. Annual fee is charged per year at the branch-specific rate. Hostel and transport charges are payable separately.

• Hostel and transport charges are payable separately.
• Fees subject to revision by VTU and regulatory authorities.

Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.

City Engineering BE Admission 2026

Admission to BE at City Engineering College, Bangalore, is through KCET (KEA) and COMEDK UGET. KCET was held on April 22-24, 2026 and results were declared on June 6, 2026. COMEDK UGET was held on May 9, 2026 with results on May 29, 2026. KEA centralised counselling is ongoing through July 2026. Classes commence from August 2026.

Important Dates

• KCET seats allotted through KEA centralised counselling.
• COMEDK candidates register at comedk.org for separate counselling.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from a recognised board.
• Minimum 45% aggregate marks in PCM (40% for SC/ST Karnataka candidates).
• Valid KCET or COMEDK UGET rank required for admission.
• Final-year 10+2 candidates may apply provisionally pending result declaration.

Admission Process

• Qualify KCET (held April 22-24, 2026) or COMEDK UGET (held May 9, 2026).
• Register for KEA centralised counselling and choose City Engineering College during option entry.
• On seat allotment, report to CEC Bangalore with 10+2 mark sheets, rank card, and transfer certificate.
• Pay prescribed fee and complete enrolment at the CEC Bangalore admissions office.

✓ Opt for this if

• Karnataka KCET students wanting South Bangalore VTU BE college.
• Students targeting Bangalore IT sector after graduation.
• Candidates planning GATE or MBA preparation after VTU BE.
• Students interested in IoT, Blockchain, or AI and ML at an affordable fee.

✗ Skip if

• Students expecting tier-1 placement brand or NAAC A campus.
• Candidates targeting campus packages above INR 10 LPA consistently.
• Students needing strong research labs or PhD supervision in CSE.
• Those requiring national brand recognition for global corporate roles.

City Engineering BE Scholarships 2026

BE students at City Engineering College, Bangalore, can avail Karnataka government scholarships, central government schemes, AICTE scholarships, and education loans. Eligibility depends on category, merit, and family income. Students should verify scholarship portals and apply within the deadline each academic year.

• State scholarships for SC, ST, and OBC candidates in Karnataka.
• Central Sector Scholarship via NSP portal for merit students.
• AICTE Pragati and Saksham scholarships via the AICTE portal.

City Engineering BE FAQs

Ques. What is the highest campus placement at City Engineering College Bangalore?

Ans. The highest campus placement package recorded at City Engineering College (CEC), Bangalore, is INR 14.4 LPA. Graduates from CEC Bangalore have secured placements with leading technology and engineering firms. The placement performance varies by branch and student profile. For branch-wise placement data, students should contact the CEC Bangalore placement cell directly.

Ques. What is the difference between BE IoT and BE IoT and Cyber Security at CEC Bangalore?

Ans. BE Internet of Things (IoT) at CEC Bangalore focuses on connected devices, sensor networks, cloud computing, and embedded systems. BE IoT and Cyber Security Including Blockchain additionally covers cybersecurity, ethical hacking, and Blockchain fundamentals. Students targeting data security and decentralised applications alongside IoT should opt for BE IoT and Cyber Security, which has a total fee of INR 8,62,000.

Ques. Can students from outside Karnataka apply for BE at City Engineering College?

Ans. Out-of-state students can apply for BE at City Engineering College, Bangalore, through COMEDK UGET or the management quota, which is open to applicants from all states. KCET quota seats are reserved for Karnataka domicile candidates. Non-Karnataka students should check COMEDK UGET eligibility and the NRI or management category seat availability at CEC Bangalore.

Ques. Is City Engineering College Bangalore good for CSE placements in the Bangalore IT sector?

Ans. City Engineering College (CEC), Bangalore, is located in Doddakallasandra off Kanakapura Road in South Bangalore, near the city’s IT belt. CSE, AI and ML, and ISE branches prepare graduates for software roles. Placement outcomes depend on individual performance, academic record, and branch. Students are advised to verify the latest placement data with the CEC Bangalore placement office.

Ques. What KCET rank is required for admission to CSE at City Engineering College Bangalore?

Ans. KCET cutoffs at City Engineering College, Bangalore, vary each year based on the applicant pool and available seats. CSE and AI and ML branches tend to have higher demand and more competitive closing ranks than Civil or Mechanical. Students should review KEA’s officially published closing rank data from the 2025 KCET counselling rounds to estimate their chances for the 2026-27 academic year.