About Don Bosco Institute of Technology
Don Bosco Institute of Technology is managed by the Salesian Society — the Catholic educational congregation founded by Saint John Bosco that runs Don Bosco schools and colleges globally. In India, the Salesians have built one of the most consistent networks of technical and vocational education, particularly for students from economically weaker backgrounds. DBIT at Kumbalagodu, Mysore Road brings that 150-year global educational tradition to Karnataka engineering education.
The 36-acre campus is on Mysore Road, roughly 18 km from Bangalore's city centre near Kengeri. VTU-affiliated with NAAC B+ accreditation, DBIT is a minority institution with a values-oriented campus culture typical of Salesian institutions worldwide.
Quick Facts
| Founded | 2001 |
|---|---|
| Location | Kumbalagodu, Mysore Road, Bangalore – near Kengeri |
| Affiliation | VTU (non-autonomous) |
| Approval | AICTE |
| Accreditation | NAAC B+ |
| Trust | Salesian Society (Don Bosco) |
| Campus | 36 acres |
| Type | Catholic Minority Institution |
| Total Seats | ~300 (B.E.) + M.Tech programmes |
| Website | dbit.edu.in |
Branches and KCET Cutoffs (B.E.)
| Branch | Approx. KCET 2023 Closing Rank (GM) |
|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | 18,000 – 35,000 |
| Information Science & Engineering | 19,000 – 36,000 |
| Electronics & Communication | 24,000 – 42,000 |
| Electrical & Electronics | 26,000 – 46,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 28,000 – 50,000 |
| Civil Engineering | 30,000 – 54,000 |
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). As a minority institution, DBIT has internal reservation seats for Catholic minority students — these fill through a separate process alongside the KCET allotment. General students apply normally through KCET.
Fee Structure
| Category | Annual Tuition (Approx) |
|---|---|
| KCET / Government Quota | Rs. 1 lakh – 1.5 lakh per year |
| Management Quota | Rs. 2 lakh – 3 lakh per year |
Placements
DBIT places students in IT service companies — TCS, Infosys, Wipro, and similar firms recruit on campus. The Salesian network's global reach opens some international connections for students. The 36-acre residential campus is practical for outstation students from South Karnataka and Karnataka's Catholic community who prefer institutional familiarity with the Don Bosco network.
Who Should Apply
DBIT is a good fit for students in the 18,000 – 36,000 GM range who value the Don Bosco institutional culture, prefer a residential campus on Mysore Road, or are from families connected to the Salesian educational network. The 36-acre campus offers better residential infrastructure than many compact city colleges at this KCET range.
Who Should Look Elsewhere
NAAC B+ limits DBIT compared to peers with A or A+ grades in the same Mysore Road belt (RRCE at NAAC A, JSSATE at NAAC A++). If campus culture and residential infrastructure aren't priorities, those colleges offer stronger academic credentials at accessible KCET cutoffs in the same South-West Bangalore corridor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DBIT a minority institution?
Yes. DBIT is managed by the Salesian Society — a Catholic religious congregation — making it a religious minority institution. This affects internal seat reservation structures. All Karnataka students apply through KCET for the general quota; minority quota seats fill separately.
Is DBIT autonomous under VTU?
No. DBIT is VTU-affiliated but not autonomous — it follows VTU's standard syllabus.
What is the Salesian Society / Don Bosco?
The Salesian Society (Salesians of Don Bosco) is a Catholic religious congregation founded in 1859 by Saint John Bosco in Turin, Italy, with a specific mission of education for youth — particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds. It's one of the world's largest Catholic educational networks, operating thousands of schools and technical institutes across 130+ countries.
What KCET rank is needed for CSE at DBIT?
CSE has closed in the 18,000 – 35,000 GM range. Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.