Bangalore Institute of Technology

Written by L K Monu Borkala · Founder, OneCity Technologies · publishing Karnataka education directories since 2006 Last Updated: June 30, 2026 · Verified with AICTE, VTU and NAAC data for 2026–27

Bangalore Institute of Technology, Bangalore — Complete Admission and Course Guide

Bangalore Institute of Technology (BIT), established in 1979 in V.V. Puram, central Bangalore, is one of the city's well-established engineering colleges. Affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and approved by AICTE, BIT holds NBA accreditation for several of its B.E. programmes. The college's decades-long academic track record, central Bangalore location, and consistent placement activity have made it a familiar name among Karnataka engineering aspirants and their families.

BIT's V.V. Puram campus is located in a well-connected area of south Bangalore, close to public transport links and the city's established residential and commercial zones. Students follow the VTU curriculum and participate in KEA and COMEDK counselling processes for seat allotment.

Affiliation, Approval, and Accreditation

• Affiliated University: Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi
• Approval: All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)
• Accreditation: AICTE; NBA accreditation for eligible B.E. programmes
• Established: 1979
• Campus Location: V.V. Puram, Bangalore
• Website: https://www.bit-bangalore.edu.in

B.E. Programmes with Approved Intake

Programme	Duration	Approved Intake
B.E. Computer Science and Engineering	4 Years	120
B.E. Electronics and Communication Engineering	4 Years	120
B.E. Mechanical Engineering	4 Years	120
B.E. Civil Engineering	4 Years	60
B.E. Electrical and Electronics Engineering	4 Years	60
B.E. Information Science and Engineering	4 Years	60
B.E. Industrial Engineering and Management	4 Years	60

Intake figures are indicative; verify current-year approved intake with KEA or BIT directly before applying.

Admission Process

Admissions to BIT follow the KEA KCET process for government quota seats, COMEDK for COMEDK quota, and the college's own process for management and NRI quota seats.

• KCET Quota: Karnataka CET rank determines eligibility. Candidates participate in KEA online counselling. Document verification at a designated Helpline Centre precedes seat allotment.
• COMEDK Quota: COMEDK UGET rank determines eligibility. Conducted online by COMEDK each year.
• Management/NRI Quota: BIT fills these through its own admissions process. JEE Main or KCET/COMEDK ranks are considered. NRI quota applicants must submit overseas residency proof.

Documents Required at Admission

• SSLC marks card and passing certificate
• II PUC / Class 12 marks card
• KCET or COMEDK rank card
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC) if applicable
• Income certificate (for fee concession categories)
• Transfer certificate from previous institution
• Migration certificate (if from outside Karnataka board)
• Passport-size photographs
• Domicile / residence proof
• NRI documents (where applicable)

Fee Structure

Quota	Approximate Annual Tuition Fee
Government Quota (KCET)	As fixed by Karnataka Government / FRA
COMEDK Quota	As fixed by COMEDK / FRA Karnataka
Management Quota	As fixed by FRA Karnataka
NRI Quota	As per college NRI fee structure

Fee amounts are revised by FRA Karnataka each academic year. Verify the current-year fee order before paying any advance.

Campus Infrastructure

BIT's V.V. Puram campus hosts all engineering departments with dedicated laboratories aligned to VTU curriculum requirements. The library provides engineering textbooks, technical journals, and digital database access. Campus facilities include a canteen, seminar halls, and sports areas. The central Bangalore location makes daily commuting straightforward for students living across various parts of the city, and reduces reliance on campus hostel capacity. BIT's established faculty strength, built over four decades, ensures consistent academic delivery across all engineering disciplines offered.

Placements

BIT's placement cell manages campus recruitment with companies across software, electronics, manufacturing, and infrastructure sectors. Pre-placement training covers aptitude, technical rounds, and interview preparation. Computer Science and ECE students attract the most software company interest. Mechanical, Civil, and Industrial Engineering students are placed in construction, manufacturing, and process industry firms. The college's central Bangalore location is an advantage for companies whose offices are in the city, making logistics easier for on-campus recruitment drives.

Research and Industry Connect

Faculty members at BIT engage in applied research and departmental projects. Industry professionals visit the campus for guest lectures and workshops that supplement the VTU academic calendar. Students participate in university-level project contests, paper presentations, and technical competitions throughout the year. The college's long operating history means its alumni are spread across a wide range of companies and institutions, creating a network that benefits current students through referrals and mentorship.

Student Life

BIT maintains an active student environment with technical clubs, a cultural committee, and sports teams. Annual college fests provide platforms for technical and cultural participation. Professional body student chapters run coding competitions and technical sessions. NSS units engage in community activities. The V.V. Puram location in south Bangalore puts students in proximity to established commercial and cultural areas of the city, adding to the quality of campus life beyond academic activities.

Why Students Choose BIT

• Over four decades of engineering education in Bangalore
• Central V.V. Puram location with excellent city connectivity
• NBA accreditation for eligible programmes
• Strong alumni network across software, core engineering, and public sector
• Consistent placement activity across engineering disciplines
• Well-established faculty with long institutional experience

Frequently Asked Questions

Is BIT Bangalore a government college or private college?
BIT Bangalore is a private aided engineering college affiliated to VTU. It follows the government quota fee structure for KCET seats and participates in KEA counselling like other aided colleges.

What KCET rank is needed for BIT Bangalore?
Cut-off ranks change annually. Refer to the KEA website for the most recent year's closing ranks by category for each programme at BIT.

Does BIT V.V. Puram have hostel facilities?
Contact the college admissions office directly for current hostel availability and accommodation details.

Which branch is strongest at BIT Bangalore for placements?
Computer Science, Electronics and Communication, and Information Science branches tend to attract the highest number of software and technology company recruiters at BIT's campus drives.

Contact Information

Bangalore Institute of Technology
V.V. Puram, Bangalore, Karnataka
Website: https://www.bit-bangalore.edu.in

Bangalore Institute of Technology's V.V. Puram campus benefits from being in one of Bangalore's most established residential and commercial areas. The campus is accessible by multiple BMTC bus routes connecting to Majestic, Shivajinagar, Jayanagar, JP Nagar, and Electronic City. Students living in south and central Bangalore zones can often commute to BIT without needing hostel accommodation, which makes the college practical for those who prefer to stay with family during their engineering years. The Vokkaligara Sangha's extensive community presence across Karnataka means BIT has an alumni base that extends well beyond the city. Graduates from BIT work across government services, manufacturing, infrastructure companies, software organisations, and public sector units. The community network occasionally facilitates employment connections and referrals in sectors where the Sangha has influence, including agriculture, construction, and education administration. Research at BIT is conducted through faculty projects supported by AICTE and VGST funding. The VLSI Design specialisation within the Electronics department connects students and faculty to Bangalore's semiconductor design ecosystem, which includes Intel, Qualcomm, Synopsys, and Cadence operations in the city. Faculty members from this department engage with industry professionals and researchers working in chip design and hardware verification. Campus activities at BIT include annual technical events, cultural programmes, sports competitions, and student chapter activities. NSS units run community outreach programmes in the V.V. Puram area. The campus's central location also makes it a practical venue for industry professionals to visit for guest lectures without the logistical challenge of travelling to more peripheral campuses. For current admission details and fee structures, visit bit-bangalore.edu.in or kea.kar.nic.in.

Content verified against publicly available AICTE, VTU, NAAC, and NIRF data. Fees and cutoffs are approximate — verify directly with the college and KEA before admission. Published by L K Monu Borkala, founder of OneCity Technologies — publishing Karnataka education directories since 2006, covering engineering admissions data since 2019 through CollegesInfo.org.