Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at RajaRajeswari College of Engineering for the Bachelor of Engineering [BE] program in Computer Science and Engineering include CET fees of Rs. 90,060 and additional college fees of Rs. 19,700, with a total annual fee of Rs. 1,09,760. Examination and registration fees are separately charged at Rs. 1,680 and Rs.
1,720 respectively. Students under the SNQ quota pay Rs. 28,260 annually, plus additional college fees, totaling Rs. 47,960. The fees for management quota students range from Rs. 2 lakh to Rs. 5 lakh per year and depend on demand and batch year. Fee variations occur for different categories and scholarship eligibility, with possible scholarships from the Karnataka government such as SSP and NSP ranging up to Rs.
20,000 annually. Hostel fees may increase yearly by up to Rs. 5,000.
About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] {Hons.}
The Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Computer Science and Engineering at RajaRajeswari College of Engineering (RRCE), Bengaluru, is a four-year VTU-affiliated programme accredited NAAC A+ and NBA-accredited. Ranked 414 in an external review site’s 2025 India B.Tech Colleges list, the curriculum spans algorithms, data structures, operating systems, database management systems and allied areas, equipping graduates for careers in IT services. Total fee: INR 10,45,860.
📋 Admission Status: BE CSE admissions at RRCE Bengaluru are open for 2026-27. Karnataka-domicile candidates may apply through KCET 2026 via KEA counselling (KCET code E145). COMEDK-quota seats are filled through COMEDK UGET 2026 (COMEDK code E099).
Key Points
- Four-year BE CSE and NBA-accredited, VTU-affiliated, NAAC A+, Mysore Road Bengaluru.
- NBA-accredited CSE branch with strong IT placement support.
- Total programme fee (management/COMEDK quota): INR 10,45,860 (INR 2,61,465 per year).
- Admission through KCET 2026 (April 22-24) or COMEDK UGET 2026 (May 9).
- Placements: 12 LPA highest, 5 LPA average. Top recruiters: Amazon, TCS, Infosys, Wipro.
RRCE Bengaluru BE CSE Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Course Duration | 4 Years (8 Semesters) |
| Annual Fee | INR 2,61,465 |
| Total Fees | INR 10,45,860 |
- Total fee: INR 10,45,860 for the four-year programme.
- KCET government quota students pay a separately regulated fee.
- Confirm current fees directly at rrce.org before applying.
RRCE Bengaluru BE CSE Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KCET 2026 Application Start | January 16, 2026 |
| KCET 2026 Application Deadline | February 27, 2026 |
| KCET 2026 Exam | April 22 to April 24, 2026 |
| COMEDK UGET 2026 Exam | May 9, 2026 |
| KCET 2026 Result | June 6, 2026 |
| KEA Counselling | June to July 2026 |
| Reporting and Admission | July to August 2026 |
| KCET Registration End | Feb 27, 2026 |
| KCET Exam Date | Apr 22 to Apr 24, 2026 |
| KCET Result | June 6, 2026 |
| COMEDK UGET Registration End | Mar 23, 2026 |
| COMEDK UGET Exam Date | May 9, 2026 |
| COMEDK UGET Result | May 29, 2026 |
- Apply for KCET 2026 via KEA Karnataka portal (RRCE code E145).
- COMEDK UGET applicants register at the COMEDK portal (RRCE code E099).
- Bring 10+2 marksheets, entrance scorecard, and caste certificate.
- Management-quota seats: apply directly at RRCE admissions office.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects.
- A minimum of 45 percent aggregate in the qualifying examination (40 percent for reserved categories).
- A valid KCET 2026 or COMEDK UGET 2026 score is mandatory.
- Karnataka-domicile students with KCET scores are eligible for government-quota seats through KEA centralised counselling.
Admission Process
- Appear for KCET 2026 (April 22-24) or COMEDK UGET 2026 (May 9).
- Register on the KEA portal for centralised KCET counselling after results are announced.
- Select RRCE Bengaluru and ’Computer Science and Engineering’ during the online option-entry round.
- Report with original 10+2 documents, KCET/COMEDK scorecard, and reservation certificates.
- Pay the programme fee and confirm the seat. Classes begin August 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- Karnataka-domicile students targeting CSE careers via KCET.
- Budget-conscious students seeking a NAAC A+ engineering degree in Bengaluru.
- Students preferring Bengaluru with strong IT-sector placement support.
- Students interested in CSE with Bengaluru IT-company placement links.
- Candidates with KCET or COMEDK scores seeking a VTU-affiliated private college.
✗ Skip if
- Students targeting government-sector jobs requiring top KCET ranks from NITs.
- Candidates expecting strong placement outside Karnataka or in core PSUs.
- Students who need a highly ranked national institution for resume credibility.
- Candidates expecting IIT/NIT-level placement packages.
- Students unwilling to pay management-quota fees when government options exist.
RRCE Bengaluru BE CSE Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST/OBC Scholarship | Full tuition reimbursement | Karnataka-domicile SC/ST/Category-I students, state scholarship portal |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based, family income below INR 8,00,000, scholarships.gov.in |
| VTU Merit Scholarship | As per VTU norms | Top university-exam performers, apply via VTU portal |
| AICTE Pragati/Saksham | INR 50,000/year | Girl students or differently abled, apply via aicte-india.org |
- Karnataka SC/ST students: full fee reimbursement via state scholarship portal.
- NSP scholarship available at scholarships.gov.in based on merit and income.
- AICTE Pragati scholarship for girl students, apply via aicte-india.org.
RRCE Bengaluru BE CSE FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for BE Computer Science and Engineering at RRCE Bengaluru?
Ans. The total fee for BE in Computer Science and Engineering at RRCE Bengaluru is INR 10,45,860 for the four-year programme under the management/COMEDK quota, payable at INR 2,61,465 per year. KCET government-quota students pay a separately regulated fee. Confirm current fees at rrce.org.
Ques. What is the eligibility for BE Computer Science and Engineering at RRCE Bengaluru?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects from a recognised board with a minimum of 45 percent aggregate (40 percent for reserved categories under COMEDK). A valid KCET 2026 or COMEDK UGET 2026 score is required for admission to RRCE Bengaluru.
Ques. How is admission to BE at RRCE Bengaluru conducted?
Ans. Admission to BE at RRCE Bengaluru is through KCET 2026 (April 22-24, 2026) for government-quota seats via KEA centralised counselling, and COMEDK UGET 2026 (May 9, 2026) for COMEDK-quota seats. Candidates register on the respective portals, appear for the entrance exam, and participate in counselling based on merit rank.
Ques. What are career options after BE Computer Science and Engineering from RRCE Bengaluru?
Ans. Graduates of BE in Computer Science and Engineering from RRCE Bengaluru pursue roles as software developer, systems analyst, backend engineer, data engineer, and DevOps engineer. RRCE’s placement cell connects graduates with recruiters in IT services, product companies, fintech, and e-commerce. The highest package recorded is 12 LPA with an average of 5 LPA.
Ques. What is the placement record at RRCE Bengaluru?
Ans. RRCE Bengaluru reports a highest placement package of 12 LPA and an average package of 5 LPA. Top recruiting companies include Amazon, Infosys, IBM, HCL, TCS, Wipro, Accenture, Tech Mahindra, Oracle, and Bosch.