About Bahubali College of Engineering
Bahubali College of Engineering (BCE) is a private VTU-affiliated engineering college in Gommatanagar, Shravanabelagola Road, Hassan district — established in 1997 and managed by S.S.D.J. Jnana Prasaraka Sangha, a Jain educational trust associated with the Shravanabelagola Jain math. One of the older private engineering colleges in Hassan district, BCE offers five BE specialisations at very low fees on a campus near the famous Bahubali (Gomateshwara) monolith — one of India's most significant Jain pilgrimage sites.
Quick Facts
| Founded | 1997 |
|---|---|
| Managed By | S.S.D.J. Jnana Prasaraka Sangha (Jain Mutt) |
| Location | Gommatanagar, Shravanabelagola, Hassan District, Karnataka |
| Affiliation | Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) |
| Approval | AICTE |
| Distance | 150 km from Bangalore, 55 km from Hassan city |
Branches and KCET Cutoffs 2024 (GM)
| Branch | KCET 2024 Closing Rank (GM) |
|---|---|
| BE Computer Science & Engineering | 1,01,419 |
| BE AI & Machine Learning | 1,22,815 |
| BE Electronics & Communication | 1,20,545 |
| BE Information Science & Engineering | 1,27,526 |
| BE Mechanical Engineering | 1,81,346 |
| BE Civil Engineering | 1,80,546 |
Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in for 2025 data.
Fee Structure 2026-27
| Category | Annual Tuition (Approx) |
|---|---|
| Average Annual Fees | Rs 87,220 per year |
| Total 4-Year BE | Rs 4.17 lakh |
Jain Mutt management means very low fees — a distinctive advantage. Student reviews confirm fees are among the lowest of any private VTU engineering college in Hassan district.
Shravanabelagola — Heritage Location
Shravanabelagola is one of Karnataka's most significant historical and pilgrimage sites — home to the 57-feet Bahubali (Gomateshwara) monolith, considered the world's tallest free-standing statue. The Jain math's management of BCE means the college operates in a spiritually guided educational environment emphasising discipline, simplicity and academic focus. The rural setting away from city distractions and the very low fees make BCE an alternative for students from Hassan and Mysuru districts who prioritise cost and calm environment over city-based placement drives.
Placement Considerations
Student reviews consistently flag placement as BCE's main weakness — campus recruitment has been limited, with most placement happening through pool drives rather than direct campus visits. Students who join BCE should actively build skills for off-campus applications and GATE. The 150 km distance from Bangalore means off-campus drives require planning. The college lists Mphasis, CMC, HCL, IBM, Wipro, Infosys, Tech Mahindra and Siemens as historical recruiters.
Who Should Apply
BCE Shravanabelagola suits students from Hassan, Mysuru and Mandya districts in the 1,00,000–1,30,000 GM KCET range who want the lowest possible engineering fees in Hassan district, a calm rural environment, and Jain Mutt institutional management. Rs 87,220/year average fees is the clearest advantage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is BCE's KCET cutoff for CSE?
KCET 2024 CSE closing rank for Bahubali College of Engineering was 1,01,419 GM. Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in for 2025 data.
What are the fees at BCE Shravanabelagola?
Average annual fees are Rs 87,220. Total 4-year BE cost is Rs 4.17 lakh — among the lowest of any private VTU engineering college in Hassan district.