About Maharaja Institute of Technology Mysore
Maharaja Institute of Technology Mysore is located at Belawadi in Mandya district — approximately 30 km from Mysuru and 120 km from Bangalore. Despite the name referencing Mysore, the campus is in Mandya district, in the Mysuru-Mandya corridor on the Bangalore-Mysore Highway. Established in 2007 and NAAC A accredited, MIT Mysore is a newer institution backed by the Mysore royal family's educational trust — giving it institutional credibility above its short operational history might otherwise suggest.
Quick Facts
| Founded | 2007 |
|---|---|
| Location | Belawadi, Mandya District — on Bangalore-Mysore Highway (NH 275) |
| Distance | ~30 km from Mysuru, ~120 km from Bangalore |
| Affiliation | VTU (confirm autonomous status with college) |
| Approval | AICTE |
| Accreditation | NAAC A |
| Total Seats | ~300 (B.E.) + M.Tech programmes |
| Website | mitmysore.in |
Branches and KCET Cutoffs (B.E.)
| Branch | Approx. KCET 2023 Closing Rank (GM) |
|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | 12,000 – 25,000 |
| Information Science & Engineering | 13,000 – 26,000 |
| Electronics & Communication | 17,000 – 32,000 |
| Electrical & Electronics | 19,000 – 35,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 20,000 – 37,000 |
| Civil Engineering | 23,000 – 42,000 |
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). MIT Mysore's NAAC A at accessible KCET cutoffs makes it a competitive mid-tier option for Mandya-Mysuru corridor students.
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 Belawadi / Mandya district are significantly lower than Bangalore. Hostel facilities on campus make it practical for outstation students.
Placements
MIT Mysore places students in IT service companies. Infosys Mysuru and BEML are the major nearby employers for IT and core engineering graduates respectively. The Bangalore-Mysore Highway corridor location means Mysuru (30 km) and Bangalore (120 km) are both accessible for off-campus drives.
Who Should Apply
MIT Mysore suits students from Mandya, Mysuru, or the Bangalore-Mysore corridor in the 12,000 – 27,000 GM range who want a NAAC A engineering college in this region. The Maharaja trust backing and NAAC A give it credibility above its 2007 founding suggests. Lower living costs and a residential campus setting make it practical for students from South Karnataka.
Who Should Look Elsewhere
PESCE Mandya (est. 1962, comparable KCET range) has significantly longer institutional history and comparable standing for Mandya-region students. If your rank reaches VVCE or NIE in Mysuru (stronger colleges at tighter cutoffs), those are worth the extra distance. MIT Mysore's NAAC A is its key differentiator over NAAC B+ alternatives in this corridor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MIT Mysore in Mysuru city or Mandya?
Despite the name, MIT Mysore is located in Belawadi, Mandya district — approximately 30 km from Mysuru city on NH 275. The college serves the Mysuru-Mandya corridor. Confirm exact campus location and hostel arrangements at mitmysore.in.
What is the Maharaja connection?
MIT Mysore is associated with the educational institutions of the Mysore royal family (Wadiyar dynasty). The Maharajas of Mysore have historically been significant patrons of education in Karnataka — Maharani's Colleges, Yuvaraja College, and other institutions in Mysuru carry similar naming traditions. The institutional backing provides credibility and governance stability.
What KCET rank is needed for CSE at MIT Mysore?
CSE has closed in the 12,000 – 25,000 GM range. Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.