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 Master of Computer Applications [MCA]
The Master of Computer Applications (MCA) at RajaRajeswari College of Engineering (RRCE), Bengaluru, is a two-year full-time postgraduate programme affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, and accredited NAAC A+. Admitted through Karnataka PGCET, the curriculum covers programming, data structures, databases, networks, software engineering, and cloud computing, preparing graduates for software development and IT management roles. Total fee: INR 1,28,000.
📋 Admission Status: MCA admissions at RRCE Bengaluru are open for 2026-27. Candidates may apply through Karnataka PGCET 2026 (MCA section, June 14) via VTU online counselling, or through KMAT Karnataka for management-quota seats.
Key Points
- Two-year full-time MCA, VTU-affiliated, NAAC A+, Mysore Road Bengaluru.
- Curriculum covers programming, databases, networks, software engineering, and cloud computing.
- Total programme fee: INR 1,28,000 (INR 64,000 per year).
- Admission through Karnataka PGCET 2026 (MCA, June 14, 2026).
- Placement cell connects MCA graduates with IT firms across Bengaluru.
RRCE Bengaluru MCA Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Course Duration | 2 Years (4 Semesters) |
| Annual Fee | INR 64,000 |
| Total Fees | INR 1,28,000 |
- Total fee: INR 1,28,000 for the two-year programme.
- Karnataka PGCET government-quota students pay a separately regulated fee.
- Confirm current fees directly at rrce.org before applying.
RRCE Bengaluru MCA Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration Start | March 23, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration End | April 20, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 (MCA) Exam | June 14, 2026 |
| PGCET 2026 Result | July 8, 2026 (tentative) |
| VTU PGCET Counselling | July to August 2026 |
| Reporting and Admission | August 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET (MCA) Registration End | April 20, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET (MCA) Exam Date | June 14, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET (MCA) Result | July 8, 2026 |
- Apply for Karnataka PGCET 2026 (MCA) via the Karnataka Examinations Authority portal.
- Select RRCE Bengaluru during VTU PGCET online counselling.
- Management-quota candidates apply directly at rrce.org.
- Bring Bachelor’s marksheets, PGCET scorecard, and caste certificate to counselling.
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.
- A minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks in the qualifying degree (45 percent for SC/ST/OBC categories).
- A valid score in Karnataka PGCET 2026 (MCA) or KMAT Karnataka 2026 is mandatory for admission.
Admission Process
- Appear for Karnataka PGCET 2026 (MCA, June 14, 2026).
- Register on the VTU counselling portal after PGCET results (July 2026).
- Select RRCE Bengaluru during online option-entry on the PGCET portal.
- Report with original Bachelor’s marksheets, PGCET scorecard, and reservation certificates.
- Pay programme fees and confirm the seat. Classes begin August 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- Karnataka domicile needing VTU MCA at low cost
- Career changers from non-IT backgrounds entering software
- Students targeting Bengaluru IT firms after two-year MCA
- Fee-sensitive candidates using PGCET government quota
✗ Skip if
- Students expecting placement packages above 10 LPA
- Research-track students preferring NIT or IIT-affiliated MCA
- Brand-conscious candidates needing Tier-1 college label
- Candidates needing strong alumni network outside Bengaluru
RRCE Bengaluru MCA 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 MCA FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for MCA at RRCE Bengaluru?
Ans. The total fee for MCA at RRCE Bengaluru is INR 1,28,000 for the two-year programme, payable at INR 64,000 per year. Karnataka PGCET government-quota students pay a separately regulated fee. Confirm current fees at rrce.org.
Ques. What is the eligibility for MCA at RRCE Bengaluru?
Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC/ST/OBC candidates). A valid score in Karnataka PGCET 2026 (MCA) or KMAT Karnataka 2026 is required for admission.
Ques. How is MCA admission at RRCE Bengaluru conducted?
Ans. Admission to MCA at RRCE Bengaluru is conducted through Karnataka PGCET 2026 (MCA section, June 14, 2026) for government-quota seats via VTU online counselling. Management-quota seats are filled through KMAT Karnataka 2026 or other accepted scores, with a direct application to RRCE followed by merit-based selection.
Ques. What entrance exams are accepted for MCA at RRCE Bengaluru?
Ans. RRCE Bengaluru accepts Karnataka PGCET 2026 (MCA section, June 14, 2026) for government-quota seats and KMAT Karnataka 2026 for management-quota seats. Karnataka-domicile candidates applying through PGCET must have a valid PGCET score from the MCA examination conducted by VTU.
Ques. What career options are available after MCA from RRCE Bengaluru?
Ans. MCA graduates from RRCE Bengaluru pursue careers as software developer, system analyst, database administrator, web developer, cloud engineer, and IT consultant. The RRCE placement cell maintains linkages with IT companies across Bengaluru’s software and services sector including product companies, IT service firms, startups, and BFSI technology teams. Graduates also pursue higher studies such as M.Tech or MBA, or appear for government technical and civil services examinations.
Ques. Is the MCA at RRCE Bengaluru recognised?
Ans. Yes. The MCA programme at RRCE Bengaluru is affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, and approved by AICTE. The college holds NAAC A+ accreditation with a score of 3.4. Degrees issued by VTU are recognised by employers across India and accepted for further study including M.Tech, PhD, and MBA admissions at recognised institutions nationwide.
Ques. What is the duration and structure of MCA at RRCE Bengaluru?
Ans. The MCA at RRCE Bengaluru is a two-year full-time programme structured across four semesters. The curriculum is designed by Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) under AICTE guidelines and covers programming languages, data structures and algorithms, database management, computer networks, software engineering, web technologies, and cloud computing. Students also undertake a project in the final semester.