About ACS College of Engineering
ACS College of Engineering was established in 2009 by Padmashri Dr. A.C. Shanmugam under the Moogambigai Charitable and Educational Trust — the same trust that runs RajaRajeswari College of Engineering (RRCE) on the same Mysore Road corridor. ACSCE is located at Kambipura, Mysore Road, placing it in South-West Bangalore's engineering college belt alongside RRCE, DSCE, and GAT.
The college is VTU-affiliated, AICTE-approved, and non-autonomous. It's a newer institution than most of the colleges in this area, established three years after RRCE by the same trust.
Quick Facts
| Founded | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Location | Kambipura, Mysore Road, Bangalore – 560074 |
| Affiliation | Autonomous under VTU |
| Approval | AICTE |
| Accreditation | NAAC (confirm current grade with college) |
| Trust | Moogambigai Charitable and Educational Trust (founded by Padmashri Dr. A.C. Shanmugam) |
| Total Seats | ~300 (B.E.) |
| Website | acsce.edu.in |
Branches and KCET Cutoffs (B.E.)
| Branch | Approx. KCET 2023 Closing Rank (GM) |
|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | 20,000 – 38,000 |
| Information Science & Engineering | 21,000 – 39,000 |
| Electronics & Communication | 26,000 – 45,000 |
| Electrical & Electronics | 28,000 – 48,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 30,000 – 52,000 |
| Civil Engineering | 32,000 – 55,000 |
Approximate figures based on KEA 2023 allotment data. Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
Admission Process
Karnataka domicile students apply through KCET. Standard PCM eligibility: 45% in Class 12 (40% for SC/ST). ACSCE's cutoffs are accessible for the 20,000 – 40,000 GM range — a late-round KCET option for students seeking a Bangalore engineering seat.
Fee Structure
| Category | Annual Tuition (Approx) |
|---|---|
| KCET / Government Quota | Rs. 1 lakh – 1.5 lakh per year |
| Management Quota | Rs. 1.8 lakh – 3 lakh per year |
Placements
ACSCE places students in IT service companies. The Mysore Road address connects to Bangalore's hiring ecosystem, though Electronic City and the ORR IT corridor require a 20–30 minute commute. On-campus recruitment is modest; students who actively build off-campus networks through the Bangalore address fare better than those relying solely on campus placements.
Who Should Apply to ACSCE
ACSCE is a practical option for students in the 20,000 – 40,000 GM range who want a Bangalore VTU engineering seat. Students from the Mysore Road, Kengeri, or Kambipura areas specifically will find the commute practical. It's a late-round fallback option rather than a destination college.
Who Should Look Elsewhere
If your KCET rank can reach RRCE (same trust, same road, slightly better established), consider RRCE first. If your rank reaches TOCE, GAT, or BNMIT, those colleges have stronger placement standing at comparable fees. ACSCE is the most accessible Mysore Road option — use it as a fallback, not a first choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ACSCE related to RRCE?
Yes — both are managed by the Moogambigai Charitable and Educational Trust, founded by Padmashri Dr. A.C. Shanmugam. They're separate colleges on Mysore Road with different campuses, faculty, and KCET allotment codes. RRCE was established in 2006; ACSCE in 2009.
Is ACSCE autonomous under VTU?
No. ACSCE is VTU-affiliated but not autonomous — it follows VTU's standard syllabus.
What KCET rank is needed for CSE at ACSCE?
CSE at ACSCE has typically closed in the 20,000 – 38,000 General Merit range. Check cetonline.karnataka.gov.in for current year round-wise allotment data.
Who is Padmashri Dr. A.C. Shanmugam?
Dr. A.C. Shanmugam is the founder of the Moogambigai Charitable and Educational Trust and recipient of the Padma Shri — one of India's civilian honours. The trust runs multiple educational institutions in Karnataka including RRCE and ACSCE, with a stated focus on accessible education for students from all backgrounds.