Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Ramaiah Institute of Technology for the Bachelor of Engineering [BE] in Computer Science and Engineering comprise various charges based on the admission category. The government quota fees include a tuition fee of approximately Rs. 58,000 per year, with additional college fees totaling around Rs. 28,000 for amenities like Wi-Fi. For COMEDK students, annual tuition and fees amount to Rs. 2.4 lakhs, and management students face higher charges of Rs.
3.2 lakhs annually, plus a donation fee of Rs. 45 lakhs for the CSE branch. The tuition fee for SC/ST students is significantly reduced to Rs. 500, with additional government scholarships such as the SSP (State Scholarship Portal) and NSP (National Scholarship Portal) often covering costs. For general students through KCET, the yearly fee is approximately Rs. 150,000, while the SNQ quota students pay Rs. 30,000 annually, excluding the skill lab fee of Rs.
20,500. The annual hostel fee ranges between Rs. 100,000 and Rs. 145,000. Various scholarships are available to aid eligible students financially, including those from specific categories like SC and Cat-1.
About Master of Computer Applications [MCA]
The Master of Computer Applications (MCA) at M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology (RIT), Bengaluru, is a two-year postgraduate programme under VTU (Autonomous) and accredited NAAC A+. The curriculum covers software engineering, data structures, database management, web technologies, cloud computing, and machine learning, preparing graduates for roles in software development and IT management. Management-quota total fee: INR 6,20,820.
📋 Admission Status: MCA admissions at RIT Bengaluru are open for 2026-27. Candidates may apply through Karnataka PGCET 2026 (MCA, June 14) via VTU counselling, or through KMAT Karnataka for management-quota seats.
Key Points
- Two-year MCA, VTU-autonomous, NAAC A+, NBA, Mathikere Bengaluru.
- Curriculum covers software engineering, database management, cloud computing, and machine learning.
- Management-quota total fee: INR 6,20,820.
- Admission through Karnataka PGCET 2026 (MCA, June 14, 2026) or KMAT Karnataka.
- Placed with Bengaluru’s top IT firms through MSRIT’s dedicated placement cell.
RIT Bengaluru MCA Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Course Duration | 2 Years (4 Semesters) |
| Total Fees | INR 6,20,820 |
- Management/KMAT quota total fee: INR 6,20,820.
- PGCET government-quota fee (Karnataka domicile): INR 1,86,320 total.
- Confirm current fees at msrit.edu before applying.
RIT 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 RIT Bengaluru during VTU PGCET online counselling.
- Management/KMAT-quota candidates apply directly through msrit.edu.
- Bring Bachelor’s marksheets, entrance 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 (BCA, B.Sc, B.Tech/B.E., or equivalent) from a recognised university with Mathematics at degree or 10+2 level.
- A minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC/ST/OBC categories).
- A valid score in Karnataka PGCET 2026 (MCA) or KMAT Karnataka 2026 is required for admission.
Admission Process
- Appear for Karnataka PGCET 2026 (MCA, June 14, 2026) or another accepted exam.
- Register on the VTU PGCET counselling portal after results are announced (July 2026).
- Select RIT Bengaluru during online option-entry on the PGCET portal.
- Report with original Bachelor’s marksheets, entrance scorecard, and reservation certificates.
- Pay programme fees and confirm the seat. Classes begin August 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- Karnataka students seeking affordable VTU-affiliated MCA in Bengaluru
- BCA/B.Sc graduates wanting an AICTE-approved MCA from a NAAC A+ institution
- Students targeting software engineering roles in Bengaluru tech firms
- PGCET-eligible Karnataka-domicile candidates preferring a lower fee
- Graduates with Mathematics background seeking IT management careers
✗ Skip if
- Students seeking MCA from an IIT, NIT, or central university for brand recognition
- Candidates targeting pan-India or overseas IT placements over Bengaluru-centric roles
- Students needing a 3-year MCA duration for credit alignment
- Graduates without Mathematics at degree or 10+2 level
RIT Bengaluru MCA Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST/Category-I Scholarship | Near-full fee reimbursement | Karnataka-domicile SC/ST/Category-I students, state scholarship portal |
| OBC Fee Concession (2A/2B/3A/3B) | Partial fee waiver | Karnataka-domicile OBC students, apply via state portal |
| Vidyasiri Scholarship | As per state norms | Karnataka-native students, state scholarship portal |
| AICTE Pragati/Saksham | INR 50,000/year | Girl students or differently abled, aicte-india.org |
| MSRIT Alumni Scholarship | Merit-cum-means basis | Eligible MSRIT students, apply via college financial aid office |
- Karnataka SC/ST students: near-full fee reimbursement via state scholarship portal.
- OBC categories 2A/2B/3A/3B: partial fee concession from Karnataka.
- AICTE Pragati scholarship for girl students, apply via aicte-india.org.
As mentioned, MSRIT Bangalore offers admission to MCA program based on Karnataka-PGCET rank. MSRIT Bangalore Karnataka-PGCET Cutoff 2025 rank is 498 for the 1G category. Further, Karnataka-PGCET cutoff rank is 349 for 2AG , 2498 for 2AH , 987 for 2BG and 286 for 3AG category. Check MSRIT Bangalore Cutoff
MSRIT Bangalore MCA Cutoff Year-wise Trends
The section below shows year-wise trends in MSRIT Bangalore MCA Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the MSRIT Bangalore MCA program in 2025 was closed at the 4497 rank , whereas in 2024, the closing rank was 1975 across all categories.
| Catgories | Cutoff rank 2025 | Cutoff rank 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| 1G | 498 | 340 |
| 2AG | 349 | 396 |
| 2AH | 1005 | 746 |
| 2BG | 557 | 232 |
| 3AG | 286 | 227 |
| 3BG | 284 | 301 |
| GM | 200 | 193 |
| GMH | 454 | 250 |
| SCG | 1131 | 903 |
| SCH | 1769 | 1286 |
| STG | 1504 | 1684 |
| STH | 4497 | - |
| SPN | 2554 | - |
RIT Bengaluru MCA FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for MCA at RIT Bengaluru?
Ans. The management/KMAT quota total fee for MCA at RIT Bengaluru is INR 6,20,820 for the two-year programme. PGCET government-quota students (Karnataka domicile) pay a lower fee of INR 1,86,320 total. Confirm current fees at msrit.edu.
Ques. What is the eligibility for MCA at RIT Bengaluru?
Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree (BCA, B.Sc, B.Tech/B.E., or equivalent) from a recognised university, with Mathematics as a subject at degree or 10+2 level, and a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC/ST/OBC categories). A valid score in Karnataka PGCET 2026 (MCA) or KMAT Karnataka 2026 is required for admission.
Ques. How is MCA admission at RIT Bengaluru conducted?
Ans. MCA admission at RIT Bengaluru is through Karnataka PGCET 2026 (MCA section, June 14, 2026) for government-quota seats via VTU counselling. Management-quota and KMAT-quota seats are filled through direct application to MSRIT followed by a merit review. PGCET counselling and admission conclude by August 2026.
Ques. What subjects are covered in MCA at RIT Bengaluru?
Ans. The MCA at RIT Bengaluru covers software engineering, data structures and algorithms, database management systems, object-oriented programming, web technologies, cloud computing, machine learning, and computer networks. As a VTU-autonomous institution, MSRIT maintains an industry-relevant curriculum with practical laboratory work and a final-semester project.
Ques. What careers are available after MCA from RIT Bengaluru?
Ans. MCA graduates from RIT Bengaluru pursue software engineering, web development, data analysis, systems administration, and IT management roles at Bengaluru’s technology and IT services firms. Typical roles include software engineer, systems analyst, web developer, data analyst, and IT consultant. MSRIT’s placement cell maintains active industry linkages with top recruiters.
Ques. Is the MCA from RIT Bengaluru recognised?
Ans. Yes. The MCA from RIT Bengaluru is affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) under its autonomous framework, and approved by AICTE. The college holds NAAC A+ accreditation. VTU degrees are recognised by employers and for further academic study across India.