About Shridevi Institute of Engineering & Technology
Shridevi Institute of Engineering and Technology (SIET) is a private VTU-affiliated engineering college in Tumkur — established in 2002 and holding NAAC A accreditation. Tumkur is 70 km from Bangalore on NH-48, Karnataka's fastest-growing satellite city and the headquarters of Tumkur district. SIET offers BTech, MTech and MBA programmes for students from Tumkur, Tiptur, Kunigal and surrounding districts.
Quick Facts
| Founded | 2002 |
|---|---|
| Location | Tumkur, Karnataka (70 km from Bangalore on NH-48) |
| Affiliation | Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) |
| Approval | AICTE |
| Accreditation | NAAC A |
| Website | shridevieng.ac.in |
Branches and KCET Cutoffs 2025 (GM)
| Branch | KCET 2025 Closing Rank (GM) |
|---|---|
| BE Computer Science & Engineering | ~60,000–80,000 |
| BE AI & Machine Learning | ~60,000–80,000 |
| BE Electronics & Communication | ~80,000–1,10,000 |
| BE Electrical & Electronics | ~90,000–1,30,000 |
| BE Mechanical Engineering | ~1,20,000–1,60,000 |
| BE Civil Engineering | ~1,30,000–1,70,000 |
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 |
Tumkur — Satellite City and Industrial Corridor
Tumkur is one of Karnataka's fastest-growing cities — 70 km from Bangalore on NH-48, well within commuting distance of the capital and a significant industrial hub in its own right. The Tumkur-Bangalore industrial corridor hosts cement factories, silk reeling units, dairy processing and the KIADB Tumkur industrial area. Siddaganga Math — one of Karnataka's most respected educational institutions — is based in Tumkur, giving the town a strong educational culture. For engineering students, VTU Bangalore zone placement drives reach Tumkur, and Bangalore's IT companies are accessible for off-campus drives (70 km, 1.5 hours).
Who Should Apply
SIET suits students from Tumkur, Tiptur, Kunigal and surrounding districts in the 60,000–80,000 GM KCET range who want a NAAC A accredited college near Bangalore. NAAC A at this cutoff range is good value — most colleges at 60,000-80,000 GM in Tumkur hold NAAC B or B+ grades. The 70 km Bangalore proximity means VTU zone placement drives and off-campus opportunities are practically accessible.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is SIET Tumkur's KCET cutoff for CSE?
KCET 2025 CSE closing rank was approximately 60,000–80,000 GM. Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
How far is SIET Tumkur from Bangalore?
SIET is 70 km from Bangalore on NH-48 — approximately 1.5 hours by road. KSRTC and private buses run frequent services on the Tumkur-Bangalore route.