About KS 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 KEA data for 2026–27
KS Institute of Technology (KSIT) in Bangalore is a private engineering college under the Kammavari Sangha (KS) group — the same trust that operates Dr Ambedkar Institute of Technology on the same campus in Nagarbhavi, West Bangalore. AICTE approved and affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), KSIT was established in 1999. The college offers 8 B.E. specialisations including emerging branches like IoT and Cybersecurity and AI & ML, making it one of the more branch-diverse private colleges in the KCET rank range of 30,000–1,20,000.
KS Institute of Technology — College Profile 2026
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Trust | Kammavari Sangha (same trust as Dr Ambedkar Institute of Technology) |
| Established | 1999 |
| Affiliation | Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi |
| Approval | AICTE approved |
| Location | Nagarbhavi, West Bangalore, Karnataka |
| Website | ksit.ac.in |
Branches and KCET Cutoff at KS Institute of Technology
| Branch | KCET 2024 Closing Rank (GM, approx) |
|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) | ~24,580–1,33,650 (across rounds) |
| AI and Machine Learning (AI&ML) | ~31,048–46,964 (Round 1 to Extended Round 2) |
| Computer Science and Design (CSD) | ~36,153 (Round 1) to ~60,909 (Round 2) |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) | ~60,000–1,00,000 |
| Telecommunication Engineering | ~80,000+ |
| IoT and Cyber Security | ~70,000–1,20,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | ~34,000–1,30,000 |
KCET ranks are approximate from 2024 data. Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in for 2026-27 actual allotment.
Admission at KS Institute of Technology — 2026-27
B.E. admission at KSIT follows KCET counselling for Karnataka domicile students and COMEDK UGET for all-state applicants. Management quota admissions are also available. KSIT also accepts JEE Main scores for management quota seats. M.Tech admissions are through PGCET or GATE. Lateral entry to second year is available for diploma holders with 45% aggregate.
Eligibility: Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, plus Chemistry/Biology/Electronics/Computer Science. Minimum 45% aggregate for general category. Valid KCET/COMEDK rank required.
Fee Structure — KS Institute of Technology
| Quota | Fee (Approx) |
|---|---|
| KCET Government Quota | ~Rs 87,640/year (per student review) |
| Total 4-year fee (varies by branch) | Rs 3.4L – 10.66L total |
| Hostel Fee | Rs 45,000 – 60,000/year (separate boys and girls hostels) |
Fees are approximate. Verify exact 2026-27 fee with KSIT admissions office. KCET quota fees are FRC regulated. M.Tech 2-year total: Rs 1.51L.
Placements at KS Institute of Technology
Highest placement 2024: Rs 19.75 LPA. Average package: Rs 4–6 LPA. Top recruiters include TCS, Wipro, IBM, Infosys, and Tech Mahindra. The placement cell has regular campus drives. Students from CSE and AI&ML branches typically see the best placement outcomes. KSIT's location in Nagarbhavi — West Bangalore's growing IT zone — and its proximity to Peenya industrial area also provide practical industry exposure opportunities.
Location and Infrastructure
KSIT is located in Nagarbhavi, West Bangalore — an accessible residential zone with BMTC connectivity to Rajajinagar, Majestic, and Kengeri. The campus shares the Kammavari Sangha campus with Dr Ambedkar Institute of Technology, which means shared infrastructure including library, sports facilities, and hostel blocks for both colleges. Separate boys and girls hostels are within walking distance of the college, with facilities including double rooms, gym, TV room, RO water, solar heating, CCTV security, and power backup.
KS Institute of Technology — Key Considerations
KSIT's main differentiator in the Bangalore private engineering college landscape is its 8-branch diversity — it's one of the few colleges at this KCET rank range (30,000–1,20,000) that offers both conventional branches (Mechanical, ECE) and emerging branches (IoT+Cybersecurity, AI&ML, CSD, Telecom). The shared KS group campus with Dr Ambedkar IT provides a larger student community than a standalone campus. For students targeting software careers at this rank range, KSIT competes with Sapthagiri NR Engineering College, BGS College of Engineering, and RR Institute of Technology in the same West/North Bangalore zone.
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Content verified against publicly available AICTE, VTU, KEA, NAAC, and institutional data. Fees and cutoffs are approximate — verify directly with the college and KEA before admission. KCET ranks change every year. Published by L K Monu Borkala, founder of OneCity Technologies — publishing Karnataka education directories since 2006.