Overview

Official Name: Bangalore Institute of Technology (BIT)
Short Names: BIT Bangalore
Type: Autonomous private engineering college
Year Established: 1979
City/State: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Campus: Urban campus located on 12 acres in Bangalore
Approvals: Approved by AICTE, affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), NAAC accredited with Grade A (2021), recognized by UGC
Official Website: https://www.bit-bangalore.edu.in

Quick Facts

• Founder: Bangalore Education Society
• Principal: Dr. B. G. Naresh Kumar
• Student Count: Approx. 5000+
• Departments/Faculties: 9 engineering departments, basic sciences, management
• Contact Info: Phone: +91-80-2351 4732, Email: info@bit-bangalore.edu.in
• NAAC Grade: A (2021)
• NIRF Ranking: 151-200 rank band in Engineering (2023) (source)

Courses & Programs

• Faculties: Engineering (Computer Science, ECE, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, etc.), Management Studies
• Popular Programs:
  • B.E. (4 years) - various branches
  • M.Tech (2 years) - specializations in CS, ECE, Thermal engineering
  • MBA (2 years)
  • Ph.D. programs in Engineering disciplines
• Mode: Regular, full-time
• Intake: Approx. 900+ seats annually in UG engineering courses

Admissions

• Mode: Entrance-based (KCET, COMED-K), management quota also available
• Accepted Exams: KCET for Karnataka candidates, COMED-K for other state candidates, GATE for PG admissions
• Typical Timeline: Application opens in April, counseling by July, classes start in August
• Admission Portal: https://www.bit-bangalore.edu.in/admissions
• Application Process:
  1. Register online via official BIT admission portal
  2. Upload required documents (marksheets, entrance test scorecards)
  3. Pay application fee online
  4. Participate in counseling as per counseling schedule
  5. Confirm seat by paying admission fee

Eligibility

• UG Engineering: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics; minimum 45% aggregate in PCM (40% for reserved categories)
• PG (M.Tech): Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology with 50% marks
• MBA: Graduation in any discipline with 50% marks
• Age: No specific age limit mentioned
• Documents: 10th & 12th mark sheets, entrance scorecard, category certificate (if applicable), passport-size photos, ID proof

Fee & Scholarships

• Indicative Fee Range:
  • UG Engineering Tuition Fee: ₹1,45,000 to ₹1,75,000 per year
  • PG Fee (M.Tech/MBA): ₹90,000 to ₹1,20,000 per year
  • Hostel Fee: Approx. ₹50,000 per annum
• Scholarships: State government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS, merit scholarships by BIT, fee concessions for economically weaker sections
  Scholarships details

Placements

• Placement Rate: ~85% average placement in recent years
• Average CTC: ₹4.5 LPA; Highest CTC: ₹15 LPA (2023)
• Top Recruiters: Wipro, Infosys, IBM, TCS, Honeywell, Bosch
• Placement Cell Contact: placement@bit-bangalore.edu.in, +91-80-2351 4267
• Internships: Supported with industry tie-ups during summer semester

Campus & Facilities

• Separate hostels for boys and girls with Wi-Fi enabled rooms
• Mess facility with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
• Modern sports facilities: indoor/outdoor games, gym
• Well-equipped labs for all departments with latest technology
• Central library with digital resources and e-journals
• On-campus healthcare center with medical staff
• High-speed Wi-Fi campus-wide
• Transport facilities connecting major Bangalore locations
• Active clubs & annual technical/cultural fests

Faculty & Research

• Highly qualified faculty with PhDs from reputed institutes
• Research centers focusing on AI, IoT, Renewable Energy
• Active funded research projects from DST, AICTE
• Patents filed for innovative technologies by faculty
• MoUs with industry leaders and foreign universities for student exchange

Rankings

• NIRF Engineering Ranking: 151-200 band (2023) (source)
• NAAC Accreditation: Grade A (2021)
• No QS or India Today ranking available as of 2024-06-04
  Checked: official BIT site, NIRF, NAAC portal

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• VTU affiliated college, seat matrix published annually on BIT and VTU official sites
• KCET expected cut-offs for ECE/CS branches: General category approx. 45-50 marks on 60; OBC/SC/ST lower cut-offs
• KCET official site for cut-offs and counseling

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Kempegowda International Airport, Bangalore (approx. 40 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Bangalore City Railway Station (approx. 15 km)
• Local Transit: BMTC buses, auto-rickshaws, and taxis readily available; Metro station within 5 km

FAQs

Q1: What is the mode of admission for BIT Bangalore?

Admissions are mainly through Karnataka CET and COMED-K entrance tests. Management quota seats are also available.

Q2: Does BIT offer scholarship schemes?

Yes, scholarships are available for SC/ST/OBC/EWS and meritorious students through government and college schemes.

Q3: What is the approximate fee for B.E. courses?

The tuition fee ranges between ₹1,45,000 and ₹1,75,000 per year excluding hostel charges.

Q4: Are hostels available on campus?

BIT provides separate hostels for boys and girls with Wi-Fi and mess facilities.

Q5: What are the popular branches for engineering at BIT Bangalore?

Popular branches include Computer Science, Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering.

Q6: What is the placement percentage at BIT?

Typically about 85% of eligible students get placed through the campus placement drive.

Q7: Is BIT approved by AICTE and accredited by NAAC?

Yes, BIT is AICTE approved and holds NAAC Grade A accreditation as of 2021.

Q8: Where can I apply online for admission?

You can apply via the official admission portal at bit-bangalore.edu.in/admissions.