About Luqman College of Engineering & Technology
Luqman College of Engineering and Technology (LCET) is a private VTU-affiliated engineering college in Kalaburagi (Gulbarga) — established in 1992 under a Muslim minority trust and holding NAAC B+ accreditation. As a minority institution in the Kalyana Karnataka region covered by Article 371(J), LCET serves students from Kalaburagi and the broader six-district HK belt, with minority quota seats for Muslim community students and open quota seats for all eligible candidates.
Quick Facts
| Founded | 1992 |
|---|---|
| Location | Kalaburagi (Gulbarga), North Karnataka |
| Type | Muslim Minority Institution |
| Affiliation | Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) |
| Approval | AICTE |
| Accreditation | NAAC B+ |
| Special Provision | Article 371(J) HK reservation + Minority quota |
Branches and KCET Cutoffs 2025 (GM)
| Branch | KCET 2025 Closing Rank (GM) |
|---|---|
| BE Computer Science & Engineering | ~1,00,000–1,40,000 |
| BE Electronics & Communication | ~1,20,000–1,60,000 |
| BE Mechanical Engineering | ~1,40,000–1,90,000 |
| BE Civil Engineering | ~1,50,000–2,00,000 |
HK category and Minority category students have more accessible closing ranks. Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
Fee Structure 2026-27
| Category | Annual Tuition (Approx) |
|---|---|
| KCET / Government Quota | Rs 1–1.5 lakh per year |
| COMEDK / Management Quota | Rs 1.8–2.5 lakh per year |
Kalaburagi — Kalyana Karnataka Industrial Context
Kalaburagi is the commercial capital of Kalyana Karnataka. UltraTech Cement and ACC operate major plants in the district. Hyderabad is 190 km — the nearest major IT employment market. Article 371(J) HK reservation ensures local students have preferred educational access. LCET's minority institution status means Muslim community students may qualify for minority category seats with more accessible cutoffs than GM category.
Who Should Apply
LCET suits Muslim minority community students from Kalaburagi and the six HK districts who want a local engineering college with minority quota advantages. HK category students of all communities benefit from Article 371(J) reserved seats. The Hyderabad proximity (190 km) gives CSE graduates a realistic IT employment target.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LCET Kalaburagi's KCET cutoff for CSE?
KCET 2025 CSE closing rank was approximately 1,00,000–1,40,000 GM. Minority and HK category students have more accessible closing ranks. Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.