About STJ Institute of Technology Ranebennur
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
Sri Taralabalu Jagadguru Institute of Technology (STJIT), established in 1980 at Ranebennur, Haveri District, is one of North Karnataka's older private engineering colleges. It is run by the Sri Taralabalu Jagadguru Brihanmath — one of Karnataka's most prominent private educational organisations with 172+ institutions across the state, providing education to 32,000+ students and free boarding and lodging to 6,000+ students. AICTE approved and affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), STJIT offers 6 B.E. branches on a 52-acre green campus located on the Pune-Bangalore National Highway (NH-4), 3 km from Ranebennur Bus Stand. The campus is 295 km from Bangalore and 100 km from Dharwad, accessible by both road and rail.
Sri Taralabalu Jagadguru Institute of Technology Ranebennur — College Profile 2026
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Trust | Sri Taralabalu Jagadguru Brihanmath (172+ institutions, 32,000+ students statewide) |
| Established | 1980 |
| Affiliation | Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi |
| Approval | AICTE approved | NAAC B accredited |
| Location | NH-4 (PB Road), Ranebennur, Haveri District 581115 — 295 km from Bangalore |
| Campus | 52 acres on NH-4 | Boys hostel: 400 students | Girls hostel: 200 students |
| Website | stjit.net |
Branches and KCET Cutoff
| Branch | KCET 2024 Closing Rank (GM) |
|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) | ~61,789 |
| Information Science and Engineering (ISE) | ~92,816 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) | ~1,00,000–1,50,000 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) | Open range |
| Mechanical Engineering | Open range |
| Civil Engineering | Open range — up to 1,91,267 (2025) |
KCET 2025 overall range: 61,789–1,91,267 (GM). Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in for 2026-27 allotment. COMEDK UGET also accepted.
Admission — 2026-27
B.E. admission via KCET (Karnataka govt quota) or COMEDK UGET. Management quota seats also available. Diploma holders can apply for lateral entry. KCET: 45% of seats filled via KEA counselling; 30% COMEDK; 25% management quota.
Eligibility: Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics, minimum 45% aggregate (40% SC/ST/OBC). Scholarships available: government schemes (Vidyasiri/e-Pass), merit-based, and SC/ST Minority scholarships.
Fee Structure
| Programme | Approximate Total 4-Year Fee |
|---|---|
| B.E. (all branches, KCET quota) | ~Rs 2,38,000 total (4 years) |
Total fee of Rs 2,38,000 for 4 years is among the most affordable for a VTU-affiliated college in North Karnataka. Government and merit-based scholarships available. Hostel fees are additional — confirm with the college for current rates.
Placements
Highest placement 2023-24: Rs 7.5 LPA. The Training and Placement Cell organises personality development, soft skills workshops, guest lectures, and industrial visits. Students are prepared through aptitude and communication training before campus drives. The Brihanmath trust's extensive network across North Karnataka and Haveri district also supports alumni job placements in regional industries, government, and education sectors. For the most current placement data, verify directly with STJIT's placement cell.
Location and Infrastructure
STJIT is located on NH-4 (Pune-Bangalore National Highway), 3 km from Ranebennur Bus Stand and on the Ranebennur railway station route. Ranebennur is the administrative headquarters of Haveri district — a mid-size town with good KSRTC bus connectivity to Hubli (60 km), Davangere (55 km), and Dharwad (100 km). The 52-acre campus features a green, serene environment with separate boys' and girls' hostels (144 + 70 rooms), a cafeteria, sports facilities (cricket, football, basketball, badminton, table tennis), and standard engineering labs. The Brihanmath trust's spiritual and educational philosophy is integrated into campus culture — NSS activities and community service programmes are regularly organised.
Key Considerations
STJIT Ranebennur serves students from Haveri, Dharwad, Gadag, Koppal, and Ballari districts who prefer to stay within North Karnataka for engineering education. The total 4-year fee of Rs 2,38,000 is one of the lowest for a KCET-participating VTU college in the region. For students with KCET ranks in the 60,000–1,50,000 range from Haveri district and surrounding areas, STJIT is the local engineering option backed by the credibility of the Brihanmath trust — an institution known throughout Karnataka for accessible, values-based education. The Ranebennur location between Hubli and Davangere means graduates can tap job markets in both cities.
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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.