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 Computer Applications [MCA]
The Master of Computer Applications (MCA) 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. Established in 2003, the MCA programme at RNSIT offers an intake of 120 seats across four semesters, covering programming, software engineering, database management, networks, and emerging technologies. The curriculum integrates project work, internships, and industry-oriented electives. RNSIT’s autonomous status under VTU, NAAC ’A+’ accreditation, and Bengaluru location provide MCA students access to the city’s IT ecosystem for internships and campus placements.
📋 Admission Status: RNSIT MCA admissions for 2026-27 are open via Karnataka PGCET; management quota applications are accepted directly at rnsit.ac.in.
Key Points
- RNSIT MCA is VTU-affiliated and AICTE-approved; intake 120 seats.
- Total programme fee is INR 1,38,600 over two years (PGCET government quota).
- Admission via Karnataka PGCET or management quota; Maths background required.
- RNSIT holds NAAC ’A+’ grade and is an autonomous institution under VTU.
- Bengaluru campus provides access to IT-sector recruiters; highest MCA placement offer 12 LPA (2024).
RNSIT Bangalore MCA Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee (PGCET Govt Quota) | INR 69,300 |
| Total Fees (2 Years, PGCET Govt Quota) | INR 1,38,600 |
- PGCET govt-quota fees are Karnataka state-regulated (KEA rate, 2025-26).
- Management quota fees higher; contact RNSIT admissions office for 2026-27 schedule.
- Hostel and transport charges payable separately.
RNSIT Bangalore MCA Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration | April 8, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Examination (MBA/MCA) | 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 counselling post-result.
- Management quota: apply directly at rnsit.ac.in.
- Maths required at 10+2 or graduation level.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree (BCA, B.Sc, B.Com, B.A, or equivalent) from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 50 percent (45 percent for SC/ST candidates).
- Mathematics must have been studied as a subject at the 10+2 level or as an elective/optional subject at the graduation level.
- A valid Karnataka PGCET score is required for government-quota admission; KMAT Karnataka score is also considered for management quota seats.
- Final-year undergraduate students may apply provisionally.
Admission Process
- Step 1: Appear for Karnataka PGCET (conducted by KEA) for government-quota seats.
- Step 2: Register on the KEA portal (kea.kar.nic.in) for MCA counselling after results.
- Step 3: Participate in centralised KEA counselling; exercise college and course preferences.
- Step 4: Report to RNSIT with degree certificate, mark sheets, and PGCET rank card.
- Management quota: submit application at rnsit.ac.in; seats filled on merit.
✓ Opt for this if
- Bengaluru student seeking VTU-affiliated MCA at PGCET fee
- BCA/B.Sc graduates wanting IT sector entry in Karnataka
- Candidates with Maths at 10+2 or graduation seeking MCA degree
- Students aiming for software roles in Bengaluru IT corridor
- Those needing government-quota regulated fees (INR 1,38,600 total)
✗ Skip if
- Candidates without Maths background at 10+2 or graduation
- Students needing a tier-1 nationally ranked institution
- Candidates seeking placements outside Bengaluru or Karnataka
- Those needing a non-VTU degree for specific employer requirements
- Students expecting average package above 6 LPA from MCA placements
RNSIT Bangalore MCA 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 MCA program based on Karnataka-PGCET rank. RNSIT Karnataka-PGCET Cutoff 2025 rank is 2625 for the 1G category. Further, Karnataka-PGCET cutoff rank is 3611 for 1H , 1499 for 2AG , 3407 for 2AH and 1506 for 2BG category. Check RNSIT Cutoff
RNSIT MCA Cutoff Year-wise Trends
The section below shows year-wise trends in RNSIT MCA Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the RNSIT MCA program in 2025 was closed at the 13183 rank , whereas in 2024, the closing rank was 12157 across all categories.
| Catgories | Cutoff rank 2025 | Cutoff rank 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| 1G | 1376 | 686 |
| 1H | 3611 | - |
| 2AG | 1250 | 941 |
| 2AH | 3407 | 2505 |
| 2BG | 1506 | 1511 |
| 2BH | 2965 | - |
| 3AG | 980 | 726 |
| 3BG | 1089 | 777 |
| GM | 911 | 656 |
| GMH | 1781 | 1408 |
| SCG | 1271 | 4228 |
| SCH | 13183 | 4357 |
| STG | 8471 | 4335 |
| SPN | 7284 | - |
RNSIT Bangalore MCA FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for MCA at RNSIT Bangalore?
Ans. The total fee for the MCA at RNSIT Bangalore is INR 1,38,600 over two years under the Karnataka PGCET government-quota route (INR 69,300 per year). Management quota fees are higher; candidates should contact the RNSIT admissions office for the current management quota fee schedule for 2026-27.
Ques. What is the eligibility for MCA at RNSIT Bangalore?
Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree (BCA, B.Sc, B.Com, B.A, or equivalent) from a recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate (45 percent for SC/ST). Mathematics must have been studied at the 10+2 level or as an elective at graduation. A valid Karnataka PGCET score is required for government-quota admission.
Ques. Which entrance exam is required for MCA admission at RNSIT?
Ans. RNSIT Bangalore accepts Karnataka PGCET scores for MCA government-quota admission through KEA centralised counselling. Management quota seats may be filled on merit through direct application at rnsit.ac.in. KMAT Karnataka scores are also considered for management quota seats.
Ques. What are the career options after MCA from RNSIT Bangalore?
Ans. MCA graduates from RNSIT can pursue careers as software developer, systems analyst, database administrator, web developer, IT consultant, and data analyst. RNSIT’s Bengaluru campus provides access to IT services and product companies for campus placements, with highest offers reaching 12 LPA in recent years. Higher studies include M.Tech or Ph.D. in Computer Science from VTU-affiliated institutions.
Ques. What scholarships are available for MCA students at RNSIT?
Ans. Karnataka SC/ST students are eligible for post-matric fee reimbursement through the Karnataka State Scholarship Portal (SSP). 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 income below INR 8,00,000. Students from farming families may apply for the Chief Minister Raitha Vidyanidhi scheme.