About Bapuji Institute of Engineering and Technology
Bapuji Institute of Engineering and Technology (BIET) is one of Karnataka's oldest and most established private engineering colleges — founded in 1979 in Davangere, the geographic centre of Karnataka. Affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and holding NAAC A and NBA accreditation, BIET offers BE, BTech, MTech, MBA and MCA programmes. The 2024 placement season recorded 548 students placed across 65 companies, with a highest package of Rs 30 LPA and average of Rs 4.97 LPA.
Quick Facts
| Founded | 1979 |
|---|---|
| Location | Shamanur Road, Davangere, Karnataka |
| Affiliation | Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) |
| Approval | AICTE |
| Accreditation | NAAC A, NBA |
| Website | biet.ac.in |
Branches and KCET Cutoffs 2025 (GM)
| Branch | KCET 2025 Closing Rank (GM) |
|---|---|
| BE Computer Science & Engineering | 29,909 |
| BE AI & Machine Learning | ~40,000–48,000 |
| BE Information Science & Engineering | ~45,000–55,000 |
| BE Data Science | ~45,000–48,000 |
| BE Electronics & Communication | ~60,000–90,000 |
| BE Electrical & Electronics | ~58,612–1,20,000 |
| BE Mechanical Engineering | ~1,50,000–2,20,000 |
| BE Civil Engineering | ~1,30,000–2,00,000 |
KCET 2025 overall GM range was 29,909–1,31,012. KCET 2024 CSE closing rank was ~31,000 GM. COMEDK 2024 AI/ML cutoff was 64,634–97,787 GM. Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
Fee Structure 2026-27
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| Total 4-Year BE (CSE) | Rs 9.48 lakh |
| KCET Annual Tuition (Approx) | Rs 1.5–2 lakh per year |
Placements 2024-25
| Metric | 2025 Data | 2024 Data |
|---|---|---|
| Companies Visited | 59 | 65 |
| Students Placed | 377 | 548 |
| Highest Package | Rs 10 LPA | Rs 30 LPA |
| Average Package | Rs 4.4 LPA | Rs 4.97 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | Tech Mahindra, TCS, Redbus, KPMG | TCS, Infosys, Wipro |
Davangere — Geographic Centre of Karnataka
Davangere is Karnataka's geographic centre — equidistant from Bangalore, Mangalore, Hubli and Mysuru. The city is a major cotton textile and educational hub with Davangere University, JJM Medical College and multiple engineering colleges. For BIET students, the central location means reasonable access to all Karnataka employment markets without committing to one city's ecosystem. The Davangere-Harihar industrial area provides Mechanical and Electrical engineering employment locally.
Who Should Apply to BIET
BIET is suited for students in the 29,000–55,000 GM KCET range who want a NAAC A, 45-year-old institution in Karnataka's geographic centre. The 2024 placement record (548 placed, Rs 30 LPA highest) is strong for a non-autonomous VTU college at this cutoff range. Students from North and Central Karnataka who want local engineering education with a strong institutional track record should consider BIET seriously.
Who Should Look Elsewhere
Students whose rank reaches autonomous VTU colleges or Bangalore NAAC A+ colleges at similar cutoffs should take those first. The 2025 placement dip (377 placed, Rs 10 LPA highest vs 548 and Rs 30 LPA in 2024) is worth watching.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is BIET Davangere's KCET 2025 CSE cutoff?
KCET 2025 CSE closing rank for BIET Davangere was 29,909 GM overall. Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
What was the highest package at BIET in 2024?
The highest package in 2024 was Rs 30 LPA with 548 students placed across 65 companies at an average of Rs 4.97 LPA.
Is BIET Davangere autonomous under VTU?
BIET is VTU-affiliated but check with the college for current autonomy status, as VTU grants autonomous status periodically.