RV College of Engineering, Bangalore, has opened admission 2026 for the 2026-27 academic session. BE is the main UG course at RVCE, while M.Tech and MCA are offered at the PG level. For BE admission, students can apply through the government quota using KCET, the private quota using COMEDK-UGET, or the management quota for specific programs.
For BE, the total fee is INR 4.25 Lakhs through KCET, INR 13.33 Lakhs through COMEDK, and INR 75 Lakhs through the management quota for the popular course. M.Tech costs INR 1.60 Lakhs through K-PGCET or GATE and INR 6 Lakhs through the management quota. The MCA fee is INR 1.37 Lakhs.
- BE is the leading course at RVCE, and BE CSE is the most preferred specialization.
- As per earlier cutoff movement, the RVCE KCET cutoff 2026 for major BE branches is expected to be between 560 and 7200.
- For popular branches such as CSE, AI & ML and other courses, the RVCE KCET cutoff 2025 stood between 499 and 6814.
- KCET and COMEDK conduct separate counselling processes where students choose their preferred college and course.
- RVCE also takes students through the management quota for selected programs, apart from entrance-based seats.
RV College of Engineering Admission Dates 2026
RVCE admission timelines follow the schedules released for state and national entrance exams and counselling. The active PG-related admission dates are listed below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 counselling: exercising choices by seat-allotted candidates | September 22, 2026 to September 24, 2026, up to 5:30 PM |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 counselling: fee payment by Choice 1 and Choice 2 candidates and confirmation slip download by Choice 1 candidates | September 22, 2026 to September 25, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 counselling: last date for Choice 1 candidates to report to the allotted college with original documents | September 26, 2026, before 5:30 PM |
| GATE 2026 score card download through GOAPS with a fee of INR 500 | June 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026 |
Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
RV College of Engineering BE Admission 2026
At RVCE Bangalore, BE receives the highest demand among all courses. Students with strong entrance ranks compete for top branches, especially CSE and ECE. Admission is available through KCET for Karnataka candidates, COMEDK for other state candidates, and the management quota for selected programs.
The total BE fee is INR 4.25 Lakhs through KCET admission and INR 13.33 Lakhs through COMEDK. For the popular course under the RVCE management quota, the fee is INR 75 Lakhs.
RVCE BE Eligibility Criteria and Selection Process
Students planning to apply for BE at RVCE Bangalore must meet the academic rules first. After that, they need a valid entrance exam rank and must complete the counselling step for seat allotment.
- Students must pass 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology or another permitted optional subject.
- A minimum of 45% marks in 10+2 is required for BE admission.
- Eligible Karnataka students must appear for KCET, while students from other states must appear for COMEDK.
- Students who qualify must take part in KEA or COMEDK counselling for the final seat allotment.
RVCE BE Cutoff Trend
RVCE Bangalore BE cutoffs stay high because many students choose branches such as CSE, AI & ML and ECE. The KCET and COMEDK trends below show the 2024 and 2025 last round closing ranks along with expected 2026 ranks based on the earlier trend.
RVCE KCET Cutoff Trend
The KCET cutoff table lists RVCE last round closing ranks from 2024 to 2026. The newest year is shown first.
| Courses | Expected Cutoff 2026 (Last round closing ranks) | Cutoff 2025 (Last round closing ranks) | Cutoff 2024 (Last round closing ranks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BE CSE | 560 | 499 | 268 |
| BE AI & ML | 840 | 742 | 486 |
| BE Electronics and Communication Engineering | 1220 | 1100 | 746 |
| BE Aerospace Engineering | 2250 | 2069 | 1809 |
| BE Biotechnology | 7600 | 6814 | 3507 |
RVCE COMEDK UGET Cutoff Trend
COMEDK ranks for RVCE are also competitive because students from across India take part in the process. The table shows official last round data for 2024 and 2025, along with the expected cutoff for 2026.
| Courses | Expected Cutoff 2026 (Last round closing ranks) | Cutoff 2025 (Last round closing ranks) | Cutoff 2024 (Last round closing ranks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BE CSE | 650 | 692 | 434 |
| BE AI & ML | 920 | 975 | 738 |
| BE Electronics and Communication Engineering | 1450 | 1399 | 1636 |
| BE Aerospace Engineering | 6200 | 6429 | 5092 |
| BE Biotechnology | 19500 | 18883 | 21320 |
RV College of Engineering PG Admission 2026
RVCE offers M.Tech and MCA at the postgraduate level. M.Tech admission is based on GATE or K-PGCET, while MCA admission is based on K-PGCET or KMAT. Students who qualify in the required exam must complete counselling for final admission.
RVCE M.Tech Admission 2026
M.Tech at RVCE is available in multiple specializations. The total fee is INR 1.60 Lakhs for admission through K-PGCET or GATE. Under the management quota, the M.Tech fee is INR 6 Lakhs.
RVCE M.Tech Eligibility Criteria and Selection Process
For M.Tech admission at RVCE Bangalore, students need the required graduation background and a valid entrance exam score.
- Students must complete graduation in the relevant discipline with at least 50% marks.
- Eligible students must appear for GATE or K-PGCET.
- Students who qualify must attend KEA counselling for admission to the M.Tech program at RVCE.
RVCE M.Tech Cutoff Trend
The K-PGCET closing ranks for RVCE Bangalore M.Tech show competition across specializations from 2023 to 2025. The table keeps the latest year first.
| Courses | 2025 (Last round closing rank) | 2024 (Last round closing rank) | 2023 (Last round closing rank) |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Tech VLSI Design & Embedded System | 2058 | 1528 | 19 |
| M.Tech CSE | 3076 | 33 | 1210 |
| M.Tech Information Technology | 2374 | 1315 | 2029 |
| M.Tech Software Engineering | 5788 | 1570 | 2134 |
| M.Tech Power Electronics | 2913 | 1339 | 2903 |
RVCE MCA Admission 2026
MCA is offered as a single-branch program at RVCE. The total fee for MCA is INR 1.37 Lakhs.
RVCE MCA Eligibility Criteria and Selection Process
Students seeking MCA admission at RVCE Bangalore must satisfy the basic degree requirement and then qualify through the accepted entrance exam route.
- Students must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized institution.
- Eligible students must appear for K-PGCET or KMAT.
- Students who qualify in the exam must attend KEA counselling conducted by KEA.
RV College of Engineering Admission FAQs
Ques. How does RVCE select students for B.E. admission?
Ans. RV College of Engineering gives B.E. admission through KCET or COMEDK scores. The seat split includes 45% seats for Karnataka domicile candidates, 30% seats under the All India Quota, and 25% seats through the Management Quota.
Ques. Is JEE Main used for B.E. admission at RV College of Engineering?
Ans. JEE Main scores may be considered for B.E. admission at RV College of Engineering. However, the listed admission route for B.E. is through KCET or COMEDK scores, followed by KEA counselling rounds.
Ques. Which admission routes are available for B.E. at RV College of Engineering?
Ans. RV College of Engineering admits students to B.E. programs through three main routes:
- KCET (Karnataka CET) - For Karnataka domicile students.
- COMEDK UGET - For non-Karnataka and general category applicants.
- Management Quota - For students who want direct admission without an entrance rank.
After entrance exam results are released, students must join counselling, select RVCE as a preferred college, upload documents and confirm the seat by paying the fee. Management quota applicants must contact the college admission office directly.
Ques. What should students do to apply for RVCE B.E. admission through the management quota?
Ans. For B.E. admission at RV College of Engineering through the management quota, students need to complete these steps:
- Contact the official RVCE admission office or authorized representatives.
- Submit Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets, ID proof and passport-size photographs.
- Choose the preferred branch, such as CSE, ECE, AI-ML or another available option.
- Pay the seat blocking amount, which varies by branch.
- Complete the remaining admission formalities on campus.
Students should avoid unverified agents and confirm the fee and process directly with the college.
Ques. When does RV College of Engineering usually begin B.E. admission?
Ans. RV College of Engineering usually starts admission after KCET and COMEDK results are announced:
- KCET counselling: June to August
- COMEDK counselling: July to September
- Management quota admission: Starts as early as April and continues until seats are filled
Students aiming for high-demand branches such as CSE, ISE or AI-ML should apply early because seats are filled quickly.
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