Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at RNS Institute of Technology for the Bachelor of Engineering [BE] program in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning vary based on admission categories. Through KCET, the annual tuition fee ranges from Rs. 90,000 to Rs. 104,000. For COMEDK students, tuition fees set at Rs. 281,000, with an additional registration fee of Rs. 27,000. Management admissions incur a higher annual fee, reaching up to Rs. 480,000. Other fees include admission fees of Rs.
5,000, caution fees of Rs. 2,000, development fees of Rs. 4,000, lab fees of Rs. 7,000, and additional charges of Rs. 3,000, leading to an approximate yearly total of Rs. 112,500. Hostel accommodations cost Rs. 140,000 annually. Scholarships such as the Merit cum Need Scholarship and State Government Scholarship offer financial aid up to Rs. 30,000 and SC/ST scholarships provide Rs. 50,000 annually. Students from SC/ST/OBC categories receive a 10- 15% waiver on tuition fees.
About Master of Business Administration [MBA]
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) at RNS Institute of Technology (RNSIT), Bengaluru, Karnataka, is a two-year full-time postgraduate programme affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, and approved by AICTE. RNSIT’s School of Management Studies, founded in 2001, offers an MBA with an intake of 240 seats covering marketing, finance, human resource management, operations, and business analytics across four semesters. The programme integrates case studies, industry internships, and live projects to build managerial competency. RNSIT’s Bengaluru location supports industry exposure and placement access across the IT and business services sectors.
📋 Admission Status: RNSIT MBA admissions for 2026-27 are open via Karnataka PGCET and KMAT Karnataka; management quota applications are accepted directly at rnsit.ac.in.
Key Points
- RNSIT MBA is VTU-affiliated and AICTE-approved; intake 240 seats.
- Total programme fee is INR 1,15,500 over two years (PGCET government quota).
- Admission via Karnataka PGCET, KMAT Karnataka, or management quota.
- RNSIT holds NAAC ’A+’ grade and is an autonomous institution under VTU.
- Located in Bengaluru, offering access to IT, consulting, and business services recruiters.
RNSIT Bangalore MBA Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee (PGCET Route) | INR 57,750 |
| Total Fees (2 Years, PGCET Route) | INR 1,15,500 |
- PGCET government-quota fees are state-regulated (VTU schedule, 2026-27).
- Management quota fees are higher; contact RNSIT admissions for details.
- Hostel charges are payable separately.
RNSIT Bangalore MBA Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration | April 8, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Examination | M.E./M.Tech/M.Arch: May 23, 2026MBA/MCA: June 14, 2026 |
| PGCET Counselling (KEA) | July to August 2026 |
| RNSIT Management Quota Applications | Open at rnsit.ac.in |
| Classes Commence | September 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 | April 8, 2026 | M.E./M.Tech/M.Arch: May 23, 2026MBA/MCA: June 14, 2026 | July 8, 2026 |
- PGCET route: register at kea.kar.nic.in for PGCET counselling.
- KMAT Karnataka: register at kmatkarnataka.com for counselling.
- Management quota: apply directly at rnsit.ac.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.
- A minimum aggregate of 50 percent is required (45 percent for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
- A valid Karnataka PGCET or KMAT Karnataka score is required for government-quota admission.
- Final-year undergraduate students may apply provisionally; degree must be completed before joining.
Admission Process
- Appear in Karnataka PGCET or KMAT Karnataka and obtain a valid score.
- Register for KEA centralised counselling and list RNSIT School of Management Studies.
- On seat allotment, report with original degree certificates, mark sheets, and scorecard.
- Pay the prescribed fee and complete enrolment at the RNSIT admissions office, Bengaluru.
- Management quota applicants apply directly at rnsit.ac.in and pay the applicable fee.
✓ Opt for this if
- Karnataka PGCET-eligible graduates seeking affordable VTU MBA in Bengaluru
- Students targeting IT services, banking, or consulting management entry roles
- Graduates wanting NAAC A+ management education at state-regulated PGCET fees
- Career switchers from technical backgrounds targeting tech-management hybrid roles
- Students wanting VTU MBA close to Bengaluru corporate and IT sector ecosystem
✗ Skip if
- Students targeting IIM or top NIRF MBA for investment banking or strategy consulting
- Those expecting average salary offers above INR 10 LPA from campus placements
- Graduates seeking international MBA accreditation such as AACSB or AMBA
- Students needing pan-India college brand for relocation outside Karnataka
- Non-Karnataka candidates without PGCET eligibility or management quota budget
RNSIT Bangalore MBA Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | Karnataka domicile SC/ST students; apply via karepass.cgg.gov.in |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | Up to INR 50,000/year | Female students; family income below INR 8,00,000/year |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000/year |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship | Up to INR 50,000/year | Specially-abled students; family income below INR 8,00,000/year |
| Sitaram Jindal Foundation | Variable | Merit and need-based; apply directly to SJF |
- SC/ST Karnataka students apply for reimbursement after joining.
- AICTE Pragati and Saksham: apply via the AICTE portal.
- Central Sector Scholarship: apply at scholarships.gov.in.
As mentioned, RNSIT offers admission to MBA program based on Karnataka-PGCET rank. RNSIT Karnataka-PGCET Cutoff 2025 rank is 8181 for the 1G category. Further, Karnataka-PGCET cutoff rank is 6492 for 2AG , 10663 for 2AH , 12943 for 2BG and 4424 for 3AG category. Check RNSIT Cutoff
RNSIT MBA Cutoff Year-wise Trends
The section below shows year-wise trends in RNSIT MBA Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the RNSIT MBA program in 2025 was closed at the 30271 rank , whereas in 2024, the closing rank was 16865 across all categories.
| Catgories | Cutoff rank 2025 | Cutoff rank 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| 1G | 6904 | 2529 |
| 2AG | 3922 | 2488 |
| 2AH | 10663 | 2705 |
| 2BG | 8129 | 2705 |
| 3AG | 2681 | 1753 |
| 3BG | 3145 | 1841 |
| 3BH | 3696 | 2238 |
| GM | 2336 | 1664 |
| GMH | 3152 | 1987 |
| SCG | 4335 | 8445 |
| SCH | 17544 | 11330 |
| STG | 19530 | 9689 |
| SPN | 12392 | - |
| STH | 21374 | 9790 |
- 223 out of 235 under The Week Management Ranking 2024.
Read more on RNSIT Rankings here
RNSIT Bangalore MBA FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for the MBA at RNSIT Bangalore?
Ans. The total fee for the MBA at RNSIT Bangalore is INR 1,15,500 over two years under the PGCET government-quota route (INR 57,750 per year). Management quota fees are higher; candidates should contact the RNSIT admissions office directly for the current management quota fee schedule for 2026-27.
Ques. What is the eligibility for the MBA at RNSIT Bangalore?
Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate (45 percent for SC/ST/OBC). A valid Karnataka PGCET or KMAT Karnataka score is required for government-quota admission. Final-year students may apply provisionally.
Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for MBA admission at RNSIT?
Ans. RNSIT Bangalore accepts Karnataka PGCET and KMAT Karnataka scores for MBA government-quota admission. Candidates apply through KEA centralised counselling. Management quota seats are available directly at rnsit.ac.in without requiring a separate entrance exam score.
Ques. What are the career options after MBA from RNSIT Bangalore?
Ans. MBA graduates from RNSIT can pursue careers as business analyst, marketing manager, financial analyst, human resource manager, operations manager, and management consultant. RNSIT’s Bengaluru campus provides access to IT services, banking, and consulting sector recruiters. Higher education options include Ph.D. (Management) from VTU-affiliated institutions.
Ques. What scholarships are available for MBA students at RNSIT?
Ans. Karnataka SC/ST students are eligible for full tuition reimbursement through the state scholarship portal. Female students may apply for the AICTE Pragati Scholarship of up to INR 50,000 per year. Central Sector Scholarships are available for merit candidates from families with annual income below INR 8,00,000. Students may also apply for the Sitaram Jindal Foundation scholarship.
Ques. Is RNSIT Bangalore a good college for MBA?
Ans. RNSIT’s School of Management Studies offers a VTU-affiliated MBA in a NAAC ’A+’ accredited autonomous institution in Bengaluru, with 240 seats and a curriculum that integrates case studies, internships, and live projects. Its Bengaluru location provides access to IT, consulting, and business services recruiters, making it a practical choice for students seeking management education in Karnataka’s commercial capital.