Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at The National Institute of Engineering (NIE) for the Bachelor of Engineering [BE] program in Electronics & Communication Engineering vary based on admission through KCET, COMEDK, or management quota. KCET admission fees range from Rs. 18,500 in the first year to Rs. 34,600 in the fourth year, or an annual fee of approximately Rs. 60,000- Rs. 98,000, including additional first-semester fees. COMEDK admissions entail higher fees of Rs. 65,000- Rs.
2.8 lakh per annum, with an added infrastructure fee of Rs. 21,000 for the first year and fees such as Rs. 2,000 for placement training and Rs. 5,000 per course for summer terms. Management quota fees depend on the selected branch of study. Scholarships are available, including merit-based, private, and government scholarships, particularly for economically disadvantaged or SC/ST students, potentially covering part of tuition costs. The college also implements minor annual fee increases for factors like infrastructure development.
About Master of Computer Applications [MCA]
The Master of Computer Applications (MCA) at The National Institute of Engineering (NIE), Mysore, is a two-year full-time postgraduate programme at one of Karnataka’s oldest NAAC B++ accredited autonomous institutions, established in 1946. The programme covers advanced software development, database management, algorithms, data science, networking, and software engineering, preparing graduates for roles as software engineers, systems analysts, and technology leads in IT and product companies. NIE Mysore ranks 198 in an external review site’s 2026 engineering rankings.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to the MCA 2026-27 batch at NIE Mysore are through Karnataka PGCET MCA via KEA for government-quota seats. Management-quota seats are filled directly through the college. Visit kea.kar.nic.in and nie.ac.in for current admission notifications.
Key Points
- Two-year full-time MCA at NAAC B++ accredited NIE Mysore, AICTE-approved; 120 seats across campuses.
- Admission through Karnataka PGCET MCA via KEA for government quota; management quota direct.
- Eligibility: Any bachelor’s degree with 50 percent aggregate and Mathematics at 10+2 or degree level.
- Ranks 198 in an external review site’s 2026 engineering rankings; established 1946.
NIE Mysore MCA Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Fee (per year) | INR 89,900 |
| Total Fees (2 Years, Hostel Charges Separate) | INR 1,79,800 |
- Covers tuition and examination charges.
- Government-quota fees may differ; confirm at kea.kar.nic.in.
- Hostel charges payable separately.
- Confirm current fee structure at nie.ac.in before applying.
NIE Mysore MCA Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| K.PGCET 2026 Registration | Mar 23 to Apr 8, 2026 |
| K.PGCET 2026 MCA Exam | June 14, 2026 |
| K.PGCET 2026 Result | July 8, 2026 (tentative) |
| NIE MCA Admission / Reporting | As per KEA counselling schedule; check nie.ac.in |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karnataka PGCET MCA | Conducted by KEA; kea.kar.nic.in |
- K.PGCET MCA: apply at kea.kar.nic.in.
- Management-quota: contact NIE Mysore directly at nie.ac.in.
- Confirm current fee and eligibility at nie.ac.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline (BCA / B.Sc / B.Com / B.A / BE or equivalent) with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate (45 percent for SC/ST/Category-I). Mathematics must have been studied either at the 10+2 level or at the degree level. Admission is through Karnataka PGCET MCA via KEA for government-quota seats.
Admission Process
- Step 1: Register for K.PGCET at kea.kar.nic.in during the registration window.
- Step 2: Appear for the Karnataka PGCET MCA written test.
- Step 3: Participate in KEA counselling for government-quota seat allotment.
- Step 4: Report to NIE Mysore with original documents and pay the first-year fee.
- Step 5: Management-quota applicants may contact NIE Mysore directly at nie.ac.in for direct admission.
✓ Opt for this if
- Students from any UG background seeking computing PG at NIE Mysore
- Graduates wanting PGCET-based affordable MCA with engineering campus exposure
- Candidates targeting software development or IT careers in Mysuru region
- Students who studied Maths at 10+2 or degree level and want MCA
- Karnataka students preferring VTU-affiliated MCA close to home
✗ Skip if
- Candidates seeking MBA or management specialisation
- Students wanting a 3-year MCA under the old AICTE scheme
- Candidates needing a pure science or research-focused programme
- Students without Maths background at 10+2 or degree level
NIE Mysore MCA Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | Karnataka domicile SC/ST candidates; ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 20,000/year | Merit students, family income below INR 8,00,000/year; scholarships.gov.in |
| Karnataka OBC/BC Scholarship | Variable by category | Karnataka domicile OBC/BC candidates; scholarships.gov.in |
- SC/ST fee reimbursement at ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in.
- NSP scholarship for merit students; check scholarships.gov.in.
- Confirm current scholarships at nie.ac.in.
As mentioned, NIE Mysore offers admission to MCA program based on Karnataka-PGCET rank. NIE Mysore Karnataka-PGCET Cutoff 2025 rank is 2559 for the 1G category. Further, Karnataka-PGCET cutoff rank is 2124 for 2AG , 3586 for 2AH , 3109 for 2BG and 2391 for 3AG category. Check NIE Mysore Cutoff
NIE Mysore MCA Cutoff Year-wise Trends
The section below shows year-wise trends in NIE Mysore MCA Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the NIE Mysore MCA program in 2025 was closed at the 11442 rank , whereas in 2024, the closing rank was 8287 across all categories.
| Catgories | Cutoff rank 2025 | Cutoff rank 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| 1G | 2559 | 2248 |
| 2AG | 2124 | 1590 |
| 2AH | 3586 | 3129 |
| 2BG | 2321 | 2466 |
| 3AG | 1573 | 1156 |
| 3AH | 6713 | - |
| 3BG | 1366 | 1233 |
| GM | 1227 | 1109 |
| GMH | 1920 | 2445 |
| SCG | 7548 | 3178 |
| STG | 4667 | 6445 |
| SPN | 11287 | - |
NIE Mysore MCA FAQs
Ques. What is the fee for MCA at NIE Mysore?
Ans. The annual fee for MCA at NIE Mysore is INR 89,900. The total fee for the two-year programme is INR 1,79,800. Government-quota fees through KEA may be lower. Hostel charges are separate. Confirm the current fee at nie.ac.in.
Ques. What is the eligibility for MCA at NIE Mysore?
Ans. Candidates need any bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate (45 percent for SC/ST/Category-I). Mathematics must have been studied at the 10+2 or degree level. Admission is through Karnataka PGCET MCA via KEA. Confirm current eligibility at nie.ac.in.
Ques. Is MCA at NIE Mysore a 2-year or 3-year programme?
Ans. MCA at NIE Mysore is a 2-year (4-semester) full-time programme as per the AICTE revised MCA scheme implemented from 2020 onwards. Older listings showing 3 years reflect the pre-2020 scheme and are no longer applicable.
Ques. How is admission done for MCA at NIE Mysore?
Ans. Admission is through Karnataka PGCET MCA conducted by KEA for government-quota seats. Apply at kea.kar.nic.in; the PGCET MCA exam was held on June 14, 2026 for the 2026-27 batch. Management-quota seats are filled directly by the college; contact nie.ac.in. Check nie.ac.in for current notifications.
Ques. Are there scholarships for MCA students at NIE Mysore?
Ans. Karnataka SC/ST students may apply for state fee reimbursement at ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in. The NSP Central Sector Scholarship is available for merit students with family income below INR 8,00,000 per year at scholarships.gov.in. Karnataka OBC/BC candidates may apply for state scholarships at scholarships.gov.in. Confirm current institutional scholarships at nie.ac.in.