KKR and KSR Institute of Technology and Sciences (KITS Guntur) is a private engineering and technology college founded by the GSR and KKR Educational Society in 2008. The institute is affiliated with JNTU Kakinada and approved by AICTE. It has a NAAC 'A' Grade, while its CSE, ECE and EEE programmes hold NBA Tier-1 Washington Accord accreditation valid until 2028.

The institute runs B.Tech and M.Tech courses in established engineering fields and emerging technologies. It received an NIRF Innovation ranking in 2025. The campus is at Vinjanampadu, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, and the fee structure follows the APAFRA regulations of the state.

KITS Guntur has an approved intake of 1,056 B.Tech seats across six programmes. In 2024, the institute recorded 753 placements, an average package of INR 5.54 LPA and a highest package of INR 27 LPA. Recruiters included TCS, Infosys, Capgemini and IBM.

  • B.Tech is available in 6 programmes: Computer Science and Engineering, IT, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, and Data Science.
  • M.Tech is offered in 3 programmes: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Data Science, and Electronics VLSI Design.

Students can check AP EAPCET counselling and seat-allotment information on the official APSCHE AP EAPCET portal.

KITS Guntur Courses and Fees

The institute provides six four-year B.Tech courses and three two-year M.Tech courses. The following 2026-27 fees apply to Convener Quota students under the APAFRA-regulated structure. Management Quota charges are fixed separately by the institute and are higher than the regulated Convener Quota rates.

Course Duration Intake Fee
B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering 4 years Included in the total intake of 1,056 seats INR 1,72,000
B.Tech in Information Technology 4 years Included in the total intake of 1,056 seats INR 1,72,000
B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering 4 years Included in the total intake of 1,056 seats INR 1,72,000
B.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering 4 years Included in the total intake of 1,056 seats INR 1,72,000
B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning 4 years Included in the total intake of 1,056 seats INR 5,07,600
B.Tech in Data Science 4 years Included in the total intake of 1,056 seats INR 5,07,600
M.Tech in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning 2 years As approved INR 2,88,000
M.Tech in Data Science 2 years As approved INR 2,88,000
M.Tech in Electronics VLSI Design 2 years As approved INR 2,88,000

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

CSE, ECE, EEE and IT each cost INR 43,000 per year, bringing the four-year fee to INR 1,72,000. The annual charge for AI and Machine Learning and Data Science is INR 1,26,900, or INR 5,07,600 over four years. The higher rate for these two specialisations reflects their additional infrastructure and faculty costs.

KITS Guntur Admission Process

Admission to KITS Guntur depends on the programme and seat category. APSCHE conducts centralised counselling for Convener Quota seats, while the institute handles its Management and NRI Quota admissions directly.

B.Tech Admission

AP EAPCET counselling is the main route into the B.Tech programmes. Convener Quota accounts for 70% of the seats, while Management and NRI Quota together account for the remaining 30%.

  1. Complete 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics and a qualifying science subject, securing at least 50% aggregate marks.
  2. Obtain a valid AP EAPCET 2026 rank. A valid JEE Main rank is also accepted for Management Quota admission.
  3. For Convener Quota admission, register on the APSCHE portal and submit the required web options.
  4. After allotment, report to KITS Guntur and complete document verification.
  5. For a Management Quota seat, apply directly to the institute. Selection considers the AP EAPCET or JEE Main rank along with 10+2 merit.

The six B.Tech branches together have an approved intake of 1,056 seats. CSE, ECE and EEE hold NBA Tier-1 Washington Accord accreditation, which supports international recognition and credit transfer.

M.Tech Admission

M.Tech applicants are considered through APSCHE counselling using GATE or AP PGECET results. A valid GATE score receives priority during allotment and may make a student eligible for an AICTE stipend.

  1. Hold a B.Tech or B.E. degree in a relevant engineering field with at least 50% aggregate marks.
  2. Qualify through GATE, which is preferred, or obtain an AP PGECET rank.
  3. Take part in APSCHE centralised counselling and complete the allotment and reporting process.

The M.Tech choices are Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Data Science, and Electronics VLSI Design. Each programme has a two-year total fee of INR 2,88,000.

Programme Entrance Exam Basis of Admission
B.Tech, all branches AP EAPCET AP EAPCET rank through APSCHE counselling for the 70% Convener Quota
B.Tech, Management Quota AP EAPCET or JEE Main Valid entrance rank and at least 50% in 10+2 PCM for 30% of the seats
M.Tech GATE or AP PGECET GATE score or AP PGECET rank through APSCHE counselling

KITS Guntur Placements

The placement cell provides aptitude, technical and soft-skills training before recruitment drives. During 2025, 578 students secured placements, with packages ranging up to INR 32 LPA and an average of INR 3.43 LPA. The share of eligible students placed in that year was 70% to 90%. In 2024, the institute placed 753 students, recorded an average of INR 5.54 LPA and reached a highest offer of INR 27 LPA.

Parameter 2025 Placements 2024 Placements
Students Placed 578 753
Highest Package INR 32 LPA INR 27 LPA
Average Package INR 3.43 LPA INR 5.54 LPA

TCS, Infosys, Capgemini, IBM and Wipro are among the recruiters that visit KITS Guntur, along with other IT service and product companies. CSE and IT show the strongest placement conversion, followed by ECE. Recent AI and Machine Learning and Data Science batches are also finding opportunities with analytics and product-based employers.

KITS Guntur Campus and Infrastructure

The KITS Guntur campus at Vinjanampadu, Guntur, contains its engineering departments, computer centres, central library and laboratories for all six B.Tech fields. The CSE, ECE and EEE laboratories meet the standards connected with the programmes' NBA Tier-1 Washington Accord accreditation.

Campus facilities include:

  • Laboratories for the CSE, ECE and EEE programmes covered by NBA Tier-1 accreditation under Washington Accord norms until 2028
  • Separate computing laboratories with industry-standard software for Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Data Science
  • A central library and digital resource centre
  • A pre-placement training centre for aptitude, technical knowledge and soft-skills development
  • Seminar halls and conference spaces for academic programmes

KITS Guntur does not list an on-campus hostel facility. Students generally arrange accommodation in the Guntur city area.

KITS Guntur vs VVIT Guntur vs RVR and JC College of Engineering

KITS Guntur, Vasireddy Venkatadri Institute of Technology and RVR and JC College of Engineering are private engineering institutions in the Guntur region. All three are affiliated with JNTU Kakinada, admit students from the AP EAPCET applicant pool in the Krishna and Guntur districts, and follow APAFRA fee regulations for Convener Quota seats.

Parameter KITS Guntur VVIT Guntur RVR and JC College of Engineering
Location Vinjanampadu, Guntur Nambur, Guntur Chandranagar, Guntur
Established 2008 1999 1985
Affiliation JNTU Kakinada JNTU Kakinada JNTU Kakinada
NAAC Grade A A+ A
NBA Accreditation CSE, ECE and EEE, Tier-1 under the Washington Accord Select programmes Select programmes
B.Tech Intake 1,056 seats across 6 branches Larger intake as an older institution Comparable intake
B.Tech CSE Fee INR 1,72,000 for 4 years Comparable APAFRA-regulated fee Comparable APAFRA-regulated fee

KITS Guntur stands out for Tier-1 NBA Washington Accord accreditation in CSE, ECE and EEE, which helps with international credit recognition. RVR and JC College of Engineering has operated for longer and has a stronger regional alumni network. VVIT Guntur has a NAAC A+ grade, a larger campus and a wider selection of specialisations.

KITS Guntur FAQs

Ques. Which accreditations does KITS Guntur hold?

Ans. KKR and KSR Institute of Technology and Sciences has a NAAC 'A' Grade. Its B.Tech programmes in CSE, ECE and EEE also hold NBA Tier-1 Washington Accord accreditation valid until 2028.

Ques. How much does the KITS Guntur B.Tech CSE programme cost?

Ans. Under the APAFRA-regulated Convener Quota, B.Tech CSE costs INR 1,72,000 for four years, equal to INR 43,000 per year. The four-year total for B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning or Data Science is INR 5,07,600.

Ques. What route should students follow for B.Tech admission to KITS Guntur?

Ans. APSCHE centralised counselling based on AP EAPCET rank fills 70% of the institute's 1,056 B.Tech seats under the Convener Quota. KITS Guntur directly fills the other 30% through its Management and NRI Quota. Applicants need at least 50% in 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics and a qualifying science subject, along with a valid AP EAPCET or JEE Main rank.

Ques. What placement packages have been recorded at KITS Guntur?

Ans. The highest package was INR 32 LPA in 2025, compared with INR 27 LPA in 2024. In 2024, 753 students were placed and the average package was INR 5.54 LPA. Recruiters included TCS, Infosys, Capgemini and IBM.

Ques. Which M.Tech specialisations can students choose at KITS Guntur?

Ans. The institute offers M.Tech in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Data Science, and Electronics VLSI Design. Each course costs INR 2,88,000 for two years. Admission is based on GATE or AP PGECET scores through APSCHE counselling.

Ques. How does the Washington Accord accreditation benefit KITS Guntur students?

Ans. The CSE, ECE and EEE B.Tech programmes have NBA Tier-1 accreditation under the Washington Accord until 2028. This supports international credit transfer and recognition for graduates seeking further study or employment in member countries, including the USA, UK, Australia and Canada.