About APS College of Engineering
APS College of Engineering is a VTU-affiliated engineering college in Somanahalli, South-West Bangalore — established in 1989 and one of the older private engineering colleges in this part of the city. Somanahalli is on the Mysore Road corridor near Kengeri, putting it in the same South-West Bangalore engineering belt as RRCE, ACSCE, DBIT, and JSSATE. NAAC B+ accredited.
Quick Facts
| Founded | 1989 |
|---|---|
| Location | Somanahalli, South-West Bangalore (Mysore Road belt) |
| Affiliation | VTU (confirm autonomous status with college) |
| Approval | AICTE |
| Accreditation | NAAC B+ |
| Total Seats | ~300 (B.E.) |
| Website | apscollegeofengineering.com |
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 | 25,000 – 44,000 |
| Electrical & Electronics | 27,000 – 47,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 29,000 – 50,000 |
| 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). APS's KCET cutoffs cover the 20,000 – 40,000 GM range — a late-round option for students targeting the Mysore Road / South-West Bangalore belt.
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
APS places students in IT service companies. The South-West Bangalore location connects to the Mysore Road Metro corridor and Electronic City via BMTC for off-campus placement drives. TCS, Infosys, and Wipro recruit from campus.
Who Should Apply
APS suits students in the 20,000 – 40,000 GM range who want a Somanahalli / Mysore Road Bangalore seat. Students from the Kengeri, RR Nagar, or South-West Bangalore area will find the location practically convenient. At government quota fees, it's a reasonable late-round Bangalore fallback.
Who Should Look Elsewhere
In the same Mysore Road belt, RRCE (autonomous, NAAC A) and JSSATE (NAAC A++) are meaningfully stronger options if your rank reaches them. APS at NAAC B+ is the most accessible but least credentialled of the Mysore Road corridor colleges. Compare carefully before accepting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is APS College autonomous under VTU?
Confirm autonomous status directly with the college. Check the current KCET allotment details for the exact VTU status designation.
What KCET rank is needed for CSE at APS?
CSE has closed in the 20,000 – 38,000 GM range. Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
Where is Somanahalli?
Somanahalli is in South-West Bangalore, on the Mysore Road / Kengeri corridor. It's close to Kengeri satellite town and the Mysore Road Metro terminus. BMTC connectivity covers the area for daily commuters.