Bachelor of Engineering [BE]
Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at CMR Institute of Technology for the Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A) program vary based on the admission criteria. For government seats through KEA or PGCET, the total fee ranges from 110,000 to 115,000 per year, including tuition, lab, registration, and other miscellaneous charges. For management quota admissions, the program fee is significantly higher, ranging from 200,000 to 300,000 annually.
Eligibility-based scholarships, such as the SSP scholarship provided by the state government, are available to aid with financial assistance. However, the availability and amount of the scholarship depend on factors such as income level and student category. Additionally, the college has fixed annual fees for the duration of the course, without any mid-course fee hikes.
Exam fees, charged separately, are not included in the tuition.
About Bachelor of Engineering [BE]
CMR Institute of Technology, Bengaluru offers a four-year full-time Bachelor of Engineering affiliated to VTU and approved by AICTE, with eleven specialisations spanning computer science, artificial intelligence, data science, electronics, electrical, civil, and mechanical engineering. Delivered across eight semesters at the Whitefield campus, each branch carries a total fee of INR 12,04,000. An external review site ranks CMRIT 105 in its 2026 India B.Tech Colleges list.
Admission Status: BE admissions for 2026-27 are underway through KEA and COMEDK counselling. The KCET 2026 examination was held on April 23 and 24, 2026 with results declared on May 28, 2026, while COMEDK UGET results were declared on May 26, 2026. Management-quota applications are accepted directly at cmrit.ac.in.
Key Points
- Eleven specialisations including AI, AI and ML, AI and Data Science, CSE, ISE, ECE, EEE, Civil, and Mechanical.
- Computing branches cover machine learning, deep learning, and big-data analytics.
- Core branches cover structural, electronics, power, and thermal engineering streams.
- Every branch ends with a final-year capstone project and internship exposure.
CMRIT Bangalore BE Fees 2026
All eleven BE branches share an identical fee. The total programme fee is INR 12,04,000 for four years, comprising tuition of INR 11,24,000 and other charges of INR 80,000. KCET government-quota seats are charged at lower Karnataka state-regulated rates.
| Specialisation | Total Fees |
|---|---|
| BE Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | INR 12,04,000 |
| BE Artificial Intelligence and Data Science | INR 12,04,000 |
| BE Artificial Intelligence | INR 12,04,000 |
| BE Computer Science and Engineering | INR 12,04,000 |
| BE CSE - AI and ML | INR 12,04,000 |
| BE Information Science and Engineering | INR 12,04,000 |
| BE Data Science | INR 12,04,000 |
| BE Electronics and Communication Engineering | INR 12,04,000 |
| BE Electrical and Electronics Engineering | INR 12,04,000 |
| BE Civil Engineering | INR 12,04,000 |
| BE Mechanical Engineering | INR 12,04,000 |
- Hostel and mess charges are payable separately.
- Fees is subject to change, please verify with official sources before admission.
CMRIT Bangalore BE Admission 2026
Admission to all BE branches is through KCET or COMEDK UGET ranks, followed by centralised counselling. Management-quota seats are filled directly by the institute.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KCET 2026 Examination | April 23 and 24, 2026 |
| KCET 2026 Result | May 28, 2026 |
| COMEDK UGET 2026 Result | May 26, 2026 |
| KEA Counselling and Seat Allotment | June to July 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| KCET | February 27, 2026 | April 23 and 24, 2026 | May 28, 2026 |
| COMEDK UGET | March 23, 2026 | May 9, 2026 | May 26, 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Pass in 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects from a recognised board.
- A third subject from Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, or Electronics, with minimum 45 percent aggregate and 40 percent for reserved categories in Karnataka.
- A valid KCET or COMEDK UGET rank for government and COMEDK quota seats.
Admission Process
- Appear for KCET or COMEDK UGET and obtain a valid rank.
- Register for KEA counselling at kea.kar.nic.in or COMEDK counselling at comedk.org and list CMRIT.
- On seat allotment, report with original mark sheets, transfer certificate, and migration certificate.
- Management-quota applicants apply directly at cmrit.ac.in and pay the prescribed fee on selection.
✓ Opt for this if
- Karnataka KCET candidates seeking state-regulated quota fees
- Students targeting Bengaluru’s IT, AI, and electronics employers
- Aspirants choosing among eleven engineering specialisations
- Learners planning an M.Tech via GATE later
✗ Skip if
- Fee-sensitive applicants without a KCET rank
- Students wanting an IIT or NIT brand
- Candidates preferring placements outside Karnataka
CMRIT Bangalore BE Scholarships 2026
BE students can access state, central, and institutional scholarships based on category, gender, and merit.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | Karnataka domicile SC and ST students |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship | Up to INR 50,000 per year | Female students with family income below INR 8,00,000 |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship | Up to INR 50,000 per year | Specially-abled students, income below INR 8,00,000 |
| Central Sector Scholarship | Up to INR 12,000 per year | Merit-based, family income below INR 8,00,000 |
- SC and ST Karnataka students apply for reimbursement after joining.
- Pragati, Saksham, and Central Sector awards are applied for online.
CMRIT Bangalore BE FAQs
Ques. Which BE branches at CMRIT fall under the computing and AI group?
Ans. The computing and AI cluster includes Computer Science and Engineering, Information Science and Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, AI and Machine Learning, AI and Data Science, Data Science, and the CSE branch with AI and ML. Core branches such as Civil, Mechanical, EEE, and ECE sit outside this cluster.
Ques. Do all eleven BE branches at CMRIT cost the same?
Ans. Yes. Every BE branch carries the same total fee of INR 12,04,000 for four years, made up of tuition of INR 11,24,000 and other charges of INR 80,000. Karnataka KCET government-quota seats are charged at lower state-regulated rates.
Ques. Can I get a BE seat at CMRIT without a KCET rank?
Ans. Yes. Apart from KCET, you can secure a seat through a COMEDK UGET rank or through the institute’s management quota by applying directly at cmrit.ac.in. KCET, however, remains the only route to the lower Karnataka government-regulated fee.
Ques. Is the CMRIT BE fee lower for KCET government-quota students?
Ans. Yes. The INR 12,04,000 figure applies to COMEDK and management-quota seats. KCET government-quota seats for eligible Karnataka-domicile students are charged at state-regulated rates that are considerably lower, and SC and ST students can claim full tuition reimbursement.
Ques. What is the difference between BE AI, AI and ML, and AI and DS at CMRIT?
Ans. BE Artificial Intelligence covers intelligent systems, robotics, and knowledge representation. AI and Machine Learning focuses on deep learning, neural networks, and computer vision. AI and Data Science adds big-data analytics, statistical modelling, and data visualisation, aiming students at data-driven roles.
Ques. When do BE classes begin at CMRIT for the 2026 session?
Ans. Classes are scheduled to commence in August 2026, after the KCET and COMEDK results in May 2026 and the KEA and COMEDK counselling and seat-allotment rounds held through June and July 2026.