About Dr T Thimmaiah Institute of Technology
Dr T Thimmaiah Institute of Technology is in KGF — Kolar Gold Fields, in Kolar district of Karnataka. KGF is approximately 100 km east of Bangalore, accessible via the Bangalore-Kolar-KGF highway. The town has a distinct identity built around its colonial-era gold mining history, and is now developing new industrial and educational infrastructure. DTTIT, established in 1989 and VTU-affiliated with NAAC B+ accreditation, is among the established engineering colleges serving the Kolar, KGF, and surrounding district students.
For students from Kolar, KGF, Mulbagal, Bangarpet, and surrounding taluks, studying at DTTIT means staying close to home while earning a VTU engineering degree — significantly reducing accommodation and relocation costs compared to Bangalore.
Quick Facts
| Founded | 1989 |
|---|---|
| Location | KGF (Kolar Gold Fields), Kolar District, Karnataka |
| Distance from Bangalore | ~100 km via Bangalore-KGF highway |
| Affiliation | VTU (non-autonomous) |
| Approval | AICTE |
| Accreditation | NAAC B+ |
| Total Seats | ~300 (B.E.) + M.Tech programmes |
| Website | drttit.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 | 23,000 – 41,000 |
| Electrical & Electronics | 25,000 – 43,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 25,000 – 44,000 |
| Civil Engineering | 28,000 – 48,000 |
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). For students from Kolar district, DTTIT's KCET cutoffs are accessible at government quota fees — the most financially practical route to a VTU engineering degree for this region.
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 |
Living costs in KGF are significantly lower than Bangalore — total annual expenditure including accommodation is substantially less for local students.
Placements
IT service companies recruit from campus. The KGF location is 100 km from Bangalore's main IT hiring zones — students targeting Bangalore IT placement drives will need to travel for off-campus events. On-campus recruitment from TCS, Infosys, and Wipro covers the primary placement activity. The region's industrial development (KIADB industrial estates in Kolar district) also provides some core engineering employment context.
Who Should Apply
DTTIT is the right choice for students from KGF, Kolar, Mulbagal, Bangarpet, and surrounding taluks in the 18,000 – 36,000 GM range. Studying close to home eliminates relocation costs and the adjustment challenges of moving to Bangalore city. The VTU degree is equally valid regardless of college location, and government quota fees keep the total investment low.
Who Should Look Elsewhere
Students targeting IT product companies (Google, Amazon, Microsoft) or aggressive placement drives will find Bangalore colleges give better geographic access to those companies. If your KCET rank can get you a government quota seat at a NAAC A college in Bangalore on a viable budget, the Bangalore location gives a placement edge over KGF. But for students from Kolar district for whom Bangalore relocation is a financial stretch, DTTIT delivers solid VTU education at much lower total cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Dr T Thimmaiah?
Dr T Thimmaiah was a prominent figure in Kolar district — an educationist and public servant after whom this institute is named. The institution honours his contribution to education in the Kolar region.
Is KGF / Kolar Gold Fields the same as depicted in the KGF movies?
Yes. The KGF (Kolar Gold Fields) of the Kannada/Hindi film franchise is the real historical gold mining settlement in Kolar district, Karnataka. The Bharat Gold Mines (BGM) operated here under British rule and later post-independence until operations scaled down. The town has a distinctive colonial-era architecture and community identity from that period.
Is DTTIT autonomous under VTU?
No. DTTIT is VTU-affiliated but not autonomous — it follows VTU's standard syllabus.
What KCET rank is needed for CSE at DTTIT?
CSE has closed in the 18,000 – 35,000 GM range. Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
How far is KGF from Bangalore?
KGF is approximately 100 km east of Bangalore, roughly 2–2.5 hours by road via the Bangalore-Kolar-KGF highway. KSRTC buses connect KGF to Bangalore's Majestic bus terminal regularly. Local trains also connect via the Bangarpet railway junction.