About KNS Institute of Technology
KNS Institute of Technology is a VTU-affiliated engineering college in Yelahanka, North Bangalore — established in 1989 and accredited at NAAC B+. Yelahanka is a dense engineering college cluster: NMIT (autonomous, NAAC A+), BMSIT, Sir MVIT, and EPCET are all in the same belt. KNS sits at the more accessible end of that cluster by KCET cutoffs.
Quick Facts
| Founded | 1989 |
|---|---|
| Location | Yelahanka, North Bangalore |
| Affiliation | VTU (non-autonomous) |
| Approval | AICTE |
| Accreditation | NAAC B+ |
| Total Seats | ~300 (B.E.) |
| Website | knsit.ac.in |
Yelahanka Engineering Belt — Where KNS Sits
| College | NAAC | CSE KCET Closing (GM ~2023) |
|---|---|---|
| NMIT | A+ | 3,000 – 8,000 |
| BMSIT | A | 5,000 – 12,000 |
| Sir MVIT | A | 6,000 – 14,000 |
| EPCET (Yelahanka) | A | 15,000 – 30,000 |
| KNS | B+ | 22,000 – 40,000 |
KNS is the most accessible Yelahanka option by KCET rank — the fallback for students who want North Bangalore but whose scores don't reach stronger colleges in the belt.
Branches and KCET Cutoffs (B.E.)
| Branch | Approx. KCET 2023 Closing Rank (GM) |
|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | 22,000 – 40,000 |
| Information Science & Engineering | 23,000 – 41,000 |
| Electronics & Communication | 27,000 – 46,000 |
| Electrical & Electronics | 29,000 – 49,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 31,000 – 52,000 |
| Civil Engineering | 34,000 – 56,000 |
Approximate figures. 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).
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 |
Placements
IT service companies recruit from campus. The Yelahanka location is 20 km from central Bangalore but connects to Manyata Tech Park and Hebbal via the airport road. BMTC and suburban rail serve Yelahanka.
Who Should Apply
KNS suits students in the 22,000 – 42,000 GM range who want a Yelahanka Bangalore seat. It's the accessible fallback in a strong engineering cluster — the Yelahanka address gives value even at NAAC B+ credentials.
Who Should Look Elsewhere
NAAC B+ is the weakest grade in the Yelahanka cluster. If any rank-accessible option above KNS in the comparison table is reachable on government quota, take it. KNS works specifically when other Yelahanka colleges are out of reach.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is KNS autonomous under VTU?
No. KNS is VTU-affiliated but not autonomous.
What KCET rank is needed for CSE at KNS?
CSE has closed in the 22,000 – 40,000 GM range. Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.