Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at R V College of Engineering for the Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Computer Science and Engineering program are determined by the mode of admission, specifically through the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET), the Consortium of Medical, Engineering, and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMEDK), or management quota. Tuition fees for KCET students range from 96,000 to 1.12 lakh per annum, totaling approximately 7 lakh over four years. Students admitted via COMEDK pay around 2- 2.64 lakh per annum, with total fees ranging between 998,720 and 1.1 million for the entire course.
For those opting for the management quota, fees are 68 lakh for the entire four-year duration. Hostel fees are an additional cost, approximately 123,000 per year, covering both accommodation and mess charges. Various scholarships are available, including government scholarships for KCET students and special provisions for Reserved Category (SC/ST) students, potentially reducing tuition fees significantly. However, for students admitted through COMEDK, scholarships are less available directly from the college. Additionally, there is a nominal registration and admission fee for applicable admissions.
About Master of Computer Applications [MCA]
The Master of Computer Applications (MCA) at R V College of Engineering (RVCE), Bangalore, is a two-year postgraduate programme affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi. The department, established in 1997, holds NBA accreditation and covers software development, data structures, algorithms, database management, networking, web technologies, and cloud computing. RVCE ranks 46 in an external review site’s 2026 India Engineering Colleges list and is a NAAC A++ accredited, autonomous institution. Admission is through Karnataka PGCET (MCA) counselling by KEA or the management quota.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to MCA at RVCE Bangalore for 2026-27 follow the Karnataka PGCET (MCA) cycle conducted by KEA. Register at kea.kar.nic.in after PGCET results are announced.
Key Points
- MCA at RVCE is a two-year postgraduate programme at a NAAC A++ accredited, VTU-affiliated autonomous college with NBA-accredited department.
- An external review site ranks RVCE Bangalore 46 in its 2026 India Engineering Colleges list.
- Programme covers software engineering, databases, algorithms, networking, web technologies, and cloud computing.
- PGCET quota 2-year total: INR 1,37,120; management quota 2-year total: INR 10,30,000.
RVCE Bangalore MCA Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Total Fees (PGCET Quota, 2 Years) | INR 1,37,120 |
| Total Fees (Management Quota, 2 Years) | INR 10,30,000 |
- PGCET quota 2-year total: INR 1,37,120 (2025-26 norms).
- Management quota 2-year total: INR 10,30,000 (2025-26 norms).
- Hostel and mess charges are separate.
RVCE Bangalore MCA Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Karnataka PGCET (MCA) 2026 Registration | As per KEA notification; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| Karnataka PGCET (MCA) 2026 Exam | As per KEA 2026 schedule |
| PGCET (MCA) 2026 Result | As per KEA notification |
| KEA PGCET MCA Counselling | After PGCET result; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| RVCE MCA Management Quota Admissions | After counselling rounds; check rvce.edu.in |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| AP PGCET | March 28, 2026 | May 5 to May 11, 2026 | June 25, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Gujarat PGCET | May 30, 2026 | June 20 and June 21, 2026 | July 30, 2026 (Tentative) |
| K. PGCET | April 8, 2026 | M.E./M.Tech/M.Arch: May 23, 2026MBA/MCA: June 14, 2026 | July 8, 2026 (Tentative) |
- PGCET quota: register at kea.kar.nic.in for KEA MCA counselling.
- Management quota: contact RVCE admissions (rsst@rvce.edu.in).
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university, with Mathematics or Statistics as a compulsory subject at 10+2 or degree level.
- A minimum aggregate of 50 percent in the qualifying degree is required; SC/ST/OBC Karnataka candidates need 45 percent.
- A valid Karnataka PGCET (MCA) rank is required for PGCET-quota counselling through KEA.
Admission Process
- Appear in Karnataka PGCET (MCA) conducted by KEA; check kea.kar.nic.in for the 2026 notification and exam schedule.
- After results, register at kea.kar.nic.in, fill RVCE Bangalore and MCA preference, and participate in online counselling.
- Accept the allotted seat within the deadline and report to RVCE with original degree certificates, marks sheets, PGCET scorecard, and KEA allotment letter.
- For management quota, apply directly to RVCE (rsst@rvce.edu.in) after government counselling rounds conclude.
✓ Opt for this if
- Karnataka students seeking NAAC A++ college near Bangalore tech hub
- Students targeting Bangalore-based tech and R&D employment
- Fee-sensitive students prioritising KCET/PGCET/DCET quota seats
- Students targeting PSU, research, or higher studies via GATE
✗ Skip if
- Students needing pan-India placements outside Karnataka or Bengaluru region
- Students preferring a national-brand IIT/NIT degree over state-autonomous
- Students needing heavy scholarship support beyond Karnataka ePass
RVCE Bangalore MCA Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka Government ePass Scholarship | Up to INR 30,000 per year | SC/ST/OBC/EWS Karnataka domicile; apply at karepass.cgg.gov.in |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) | As per scheme norms | Apply at scholarships.gov.in after college admission |
| RVCE Sports Scholarship | INR 1,500 to INR 5,000 per year | State or national-level sports representation; apply at RVCE |
- Karnataka ePass (SC/ST/OBC/EWS): apply at karepass.cgg.gov.in.
- NSP schemes apply; check scholarships.gov.in.
- Education loans available; contact RVCE student services.
As mentioned, RVCE offers admission to MCA program based on Karnataka-PGCET rank. RVCE Karnataka-PGCET Cutoff 2025 rank is 231 for the 1G category. Further, Karnataka-PGCET cutoff rank is 93 for 2AG , 118 for 2AH , 100 for 2BG and 260 for 2BH category. Check RVCE Cutoff
RVCE MCA Cutoff Year-wise Trends
The section below shows year-wise trends in RVCE MCA Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the RVCE MCA program in 2025 was closed at the 2330 rank , whereas in 2024, the closing rank was 10821 across all categories.
| Catgories | Cutoff rank 2025 | Cutoff rank 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| 1G | 231 | 132 |
| 2AG | 93 | 73 |
| 2AH | 118 | 626 |
| 2BG | 100 | 152 |
| 2BH | 260 | 419 |
| 3AG | 67 | 47 |
| 3BG | 55 | 39 |
| GM | 41 | 31 |
| GMH | 107 | 54 |
| SCG | 143 | 163 |
| SCH | 2330 | 822 |
| STG | 375 | 469 |
| SPN | 420 | - |
RVCE Bangalore MCA FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for MCA at RVCE Bangalore?
Ans. The 2-year PGCET-quota total for MCA at RVCE Bangalore is INR 1,37,120 (2025-26 norms; verify for 2026-27 at kea.kar.nic.in). The management quota 2-year total is INR 10,30,000. Hostel and mess charges are additional.
Ques. What is the eligibility for MCA at RVCE Bangalore?
Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with Mathematics or Statistics at 10+2 or degree level, with a minimum 50 percent aggregate (45 percent for SC/ST/OBC Karnataka candidates). A valid Karnataka PGCET (MCA) rank is required for PGCET-quota admission.
Ques. What entrance exam is needed for MCA admission at RVCE Bangalore?
Ans. RVCE Bangalore admits MCA students primarily through Karnataka PGCET (MCA) conducted by KEA; register at kea.kar.nic.in after results. The PGCET (MCA) tests aptitude in Mathematics, Computer Awareness, and Analytical Ability. Management quota seats are available directly through RVCE.
Ques. What are the career options after MCA from RVCE Bangalore?
Ans. MCA graduates from RVCE Bangalore pursue careers as software developer, systems analyst, database administrator, cloud engineer, data analyst, and IT project manager. For further studies, options include M.Tech (CSE, Data Science), PhD, or MBA in technology management. RVCE’s placement cell provides access to Bangalore’s leading technology companies.
Ques. What scholarships are available for MCA students at RVCE Bangalore?
Ans. Karnataka domicile MCA students can apply for government scholarships and central schemes on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at scholarships.gov.in. The Karnataka Government ePass Scholarship (up to INR 30,000 per year) is available for SC/ST/OBC/EWS Karnataka domicile students at karepass.cgg.gov.in. RVCE sports scholarships of INR 1,500 to INR 5,000 per year apply to state or national-level representatives.