Bachelor of Engineering [BE]

University B.D.T. College of Engineering (UBDTCE), Davanagere, is a government constituent college affiliated to VTU Belagavi, offering a 4-year Bachelor of Engineering across 8 specializations: Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering, Industrial and Production Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Robotics and Artificial Intelligence. All branches carry a uniform fee of INR 4,17,000. Admission is through Karnataka KCET. An external review site ranks UBDTCE 334 in its 2025 India Engineering Colleges list.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins July 2026.

UBDTCE BE Fees 2026

All 8 BE specializations at UBDTCE carry a uniform fee of INR 4,17,000 for the complete 4-year programme, structured as INR 1,04,250 per academic year. As a government constituent college, fees are set by the Karnataka government and remain among the lowest for VTU-affiliated engineering programmes in the state.

• Fees are uniform across all 8 BE branches at UBDTCE Davanagere.
• Hostel and other charges are payable separately by students.
• Fees subject to revision per Karnataka government norms annually.

UBDTCE BE Admission 2026

KCET 2026 registration closed in February 2026 and the exam was held from April 22 to 24, 2026. Results were declared on June 6, 2026. Candidates with a valid KCET rank must participate in KEA centralised counselling at kea.kar.nic.in, scheduled for July to August 2026, to secure a seat at UBDTCE Davanagere.

Important Dates

• Participate in KEA counselling at kea.kar.nic.in to select UBDTCE.
• Original documents required at UBDTCE after seat allotment.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from a recognised board.
• Minimum 45% aggregate marks in 10+2 (40% for SC/ST candidates).
• A valid Karnataka KCET 2026 rank card is required for admission to all branches.

Admission Process

• KCET 2026 was held in April 2026 and results were declared on June 6, 2026.
• Download the KCET 2026 rank card from kea.kar.nic.in.
• Register for KEA centralised counselling (July to August 2026) and enter college and branch preferences.
• Select UBDTCE Davanagere during counselling to receive seat allotment.
• Report with original 10+2 mark sheets and category documents to complete enrolment and pay fees.

✓ Opt for this if

• Karnataka KCET qualifiers seeking low-fee government BE in north Karnataka
• Students from Davanagere or nearby districts avoiding relocation costs to Bengaluru
• SC/ST Karnataka students eligible for full tuition fee reimbursement
• Core engineering career seekers preferring a VTU-affiliated government institution

✗ Skip if

• Expecting top-tier IT company placements from a Tier-2 city campus
• Seeking management quota seats without a competitive KCET rank
• Need metro-city campus access for internships or industry networking

UBDTCE BE Scholarships 2026

Students at UBDTCE Davanagere can access state welfare schemes, central government scholarships, and institutional merit support based on KCET rank and eligibility.

• SC/ST Karnataka students apply for reimbursement via state portal after joining.
• Apply for AICTE and Central Sector scholarships at scholarships.gov.in annually.

UBDTCE BE FAQs

Ques. What KCET rank is typically needed to secure BE CSE or Robotics and AI at UBDTCE Davanagere?

Ans. KCET cutoffs at UBDTCE vary by branch and category. CSE and Robotics & AI attract higher demand than branches like Civil or Industrial Production Engineering. Official branch-wise cutoff ranks for 2025-26 are available on the KEA website at kea.kar.nic.in. The 2026-27 cutoffs will be published after counselling concludes in August 2026.

Ques. Does UBDTCE Davanagere provide hostel facilities for BE students?

Ans. UBDTCE Davanagere provides hostel accommodation separately from the programme fees. Hostel charges are not included in the INR 4,17,000 programme fee and vary by room type and occupancy. Contact the UBDTCE administration directly for current hostel availability and annual cost details.

Ques. Can diploma holders join BE at UBDTCE Davanagere directly in the third year via lateral entry?

Ans. Yes, Karnataka DCET-qualified diploma holders can apply for lateral entry to the third year of BE at UBDTCE across eligible branches. DCET is a separate examination from KCET, conducted by KEA with its own application, eligibility, and counselling schedule. Confirm branch-wise seat availability at UBDTCE during DCET 2026 counselling.

Ques. What career paths do UBDTCE BE graduates typically pursue after graduation?

Ans. UBDTCE Davanagere BE graduates typically pursue GATE-based M.Tech admissions, government competitive exams (KPSC, SSC, Railways), PSU recruitment through GATE scores, or employment with manufacturing, construction, and infrastructure firms in Karnataka. Students targeting top-tier IT company placements on campus should factor in the college’s Tier-2 city location and consult the UBDTCE placement cell for current industry partnerships.

Ques. How does KEA centralised counselling work for securing a seat at UBDTCE Davanagere?

Ans. After KCET results are declared, eligible candidates register for KEA centralised counselling at kea.kar.nic.in. During counselling rounds, candidates enter college and branch preferences in order of choice. Seat allotment is based on the KCET rank, category, and branch availability at UBDTCE. Selected candidates must report to UBDTCE with original mark sheets and category documents to confirm the seat and complete enrolment.