About RR 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
RR Institute of Technology (RRIT) in Chikkabanavara, North Bangalore, is a private engineering college established in 1993, AICTE approved and affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU). Accredited by NAAC with Grade A+ and NBA accreditation for CSE, ISE, and Civil Engineering programmes, RRIT is one of the older private engineering colleges in North Bangalore. Located on Hesaraghatta Main Road near Chikkabanavara — close to the Peenya industrial corridor — it offers B.E. programmes across 7 branches and participates in campus placements with major IT services companies.
RR Institute of Technology — College Profile 2026
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Established | 1993 |
| Affiliation | Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi |
| Accreditation | NAAC A+ | NBA accredited (CSE, ISE, Civil) | AICTE approved |
| Location | Chikkabanavara, Hesaraghatta Main Road, North Bangalore |
| Admission | KCET · COMEDK UGET · Management quota · JEE Main |
| Website | rrit.ac.in |
Branches and KCET Cutoff at RR Institute of Technology
| Branch | KCET Closing Rank (GM, approx) |
|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) | ~57,128–71,533 (across rounds, 2024) |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) | ~68,421–81,921 |
| Information Science and Engineering (ISE) | ~71,291–88,161 |
| Computer Science and Technology (CST) | ~75,217–98,666 |
| IoT and Cyber Security | ~82,855–1,17,742 |
| Mechanical Engineering / Civil Engineering | Open range |
Ranks are approximate from 2024 data. Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in for 2026-27 allotment.
Admission at RR Institute of Technology — 2026-27
B.E. admission at RRIT follows KCET counselling for Karnataka domicile students and COMEDK UGET for non-Karnataka applicants. Management quota and lateral entry (diploma holders, 45% aggregate) are also available. RRIT accepts JEE Main scores for management quota consideration. PGCET/GATE scores for M.Tech admission.
Eligibility: Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics, plus Chemistry/Biology/Electronics/CS. Minimum 45% aggregate (40% SC/ST/OBC). IEEE Women in Engineering Scholarship and other scholarship opportunities are facilitated by the college for eligible students.
Fee Structure — RR Institute of Technology
| Quota | Approximate Total 4-Year Fee |
|---|---|
| KCET Government Quota | Rs 6.6L total (approx) — KCET quota is FRC regulated |
| Management Quota | Rs 8L–10L total (approx, varies by branch) |
Fees are approximate and subject to annual Karnataka FRC revision. Verify exact 2026-27 fee with RRIT admissions office before paying.
Placements at RR Institute of Technology
Placement 2024: 490 of 700 students placed (70%), highest package Rs 10 LPA, average Rs 3 LPA. Top recruiters include TCS, Wipro, Amazon, Flipkart, and Infosys. RRIT's placement cell runs a dedicated Training and Placement Cell (TPC) with soft skills, aptitude, and technical interview coaching. The college also facilitates mandatory internship programmes, with students completing internships at TCS, Wipro, and Bangalore-based startups. The Hesaraghatta Road location provides access to Peenya's industrial and manufacturing companies for core engineering placements.
Location and Infrastructure
RRIT is located at Chikkabanavara on Hesaraghatta Main Road, North Bangalore — approximately 20 km from central Bangalore. The campus has separate boys and girls hostels. The Hesaraghatta corridor connects RRIT to KSRTC and BMTC bus routes. The Peenya industrial area — one of Bangalore's major manufacturing and light engineering zones — is nearby, providing industry proximity for Mechanical and Civil Engineering students. The campus includes well-equipped labs, a library, auditorium, and sports facilities.
Key Considerations
At a KCET CSE rank of ~57,000–71,000, RRIT competes with KSIT, BGS CET, and similar North/West Bangalore colleges. Its advantages are NAAC A+ accreditation, NBA-accredited CSE/ISE/Civil branches, and a 30-year operating history since 1993 — one of the older private engineering colleges in the city. The campus proximity to Peenya industrial area is a differentiator for core engineering branches. Students targeting software careers should supplement the VTU curriculum with independent skill development through certifications and GitHub portfolios.
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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.