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Fees at Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT) for the Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] in Mechanical Engineering program vary based on students' categories and family income. General category students pay an annual fee of approximately Rs. 1,35,450, which includes a tuition fee of Rs. 1,25,000, with additional charges for registration, library, student activity, sports, and other associated fees. A one-time admission fee of Rs. 15,500 includes library and caution deposits as well as medical and welfare contributions.

SC, ST, and PWD students enjoy a full tuition fee waiver. Scholarships and fee remissions are available, with full waivers for families with annual incomes below Rs. 1 lakh, and 2/3 remissions for those with incomes between Rs. 1 lakh and Rs. 5 lakh. Hostel and mess charges add approximately Rs. 80,000 annually. Additional scholarships from sources like the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and other alumni-funded programs are accessible based on merit and need.