Overview

Sir M Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology (Sir M Visvesvaraya IT or SMVIT) is a private engineering college established in 1986. It is located in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. The campus is situated in the Electronics City area of Bangalore, known for its technology hub environment. The institute is approved by AICTE and affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi. It holds accreditation from NAAC with an A grade (2021) and several engineering programs are NBA accredited. Official website: https://www.smviti.edu.in.

Quick Facts

• Founder: Bangalore Education Trust
• Principal: Dr. C. K. Raju
• Student Count: Approximately 4000+ (UG & PG)
• Departments/Faculties: 9+ engineering departments, MBA
• Contact Info: +91-80-2846 1376, info@smviti.edu.in
• NAAC Grade: A (2021)
• NIRF Rankings: Not listed in top 200 engineering colleges (as of 2023)

Courses & Programs

• Faculties: Engineering, Management
• Popular UG Programs: B.E. in Computer Science, Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Information Science (4 years, regular mode)
• Popular PG Programs: M.Tech (various specializations), MBA (2 years, regular mode)
• Diploma & PhD: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01
• Intake: Approx. 600 per year across UG programs

Admissions

• Modes: Entrance exam merit basis
• Accepted Exams: Karnataka CET (KCET), COMEDK UGET for UG; GATE and PGCET for PG
• Timeline: Applications open March-April; counselling in June-July
• Admission Page: https://www.smviti.edu.in/admissions
• How to Apply: 1) Register online on CET/COMEDK portal 2) Participate in counselling 3) Document verification and fee payment

Eligibility

• UG Engineering: Passed 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry; minimum 45% for general category
• PG Engineering (M.Tech): B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline with minimum 50%
• MBA: Graduation in any discipline with minimum 50%
• Documents: 10th, 12th mark sheets, entrance scorecards, domicile/state eligibility certificate, photo ID

Fee & Scholarships

• Indicative UG Fees: ₹1.5 - 2.5 Lakhs per annum (tuition + other fees)
• Hostel Fees: Approx. ₹50,000 per annum
• Scholarships: Available under Karnataka government schemes (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), institution merit scholarships; details at Scholarships

Placements

• Placement Percentage: Around 85%
• Average CTC: ₹4.0 - 6.5 LPA
• Highest CTC: ₹14 LPA (IT sector)
• Top Recruiters: Infosys, Wipro, TCS, IBM, Cisco, Honeywell
• Placement Cell Contact: placement@smviti.edu.in, +91-80-2846 1376 ext. 205

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: Separate boys and girls hostels with mess facilities
• Sports: Basketball, Cricket, Football, Badminton courts
• Labs: State-of-the-art labs in all engineering disciplines
• Library: Central digital and physical library with 30,000+ volumes
• Healthcare: On-campus medical facilities
• Wi-Fi & Transport: Campus-wide Wi-Fi; shuttle buses to main city areas
• Clubs/Fests: Techno-cultural festivals - Visvesvaraya Sangama, IEEE Student Branch, Robotics Club

Faculty & Research

• Notable Faculty: Dr. C.K. Raju (Principal), faculty with PhDs from IITs and IISc
• Research Centres: Centre for VLSI & Embedded Systems, Renewable Energy Research Lab
• Grants & Patents: Funded by DST, AICTE; multiple patents filed in electronics and computer science
• MoUs: IBM, CISCO, Microsoft for training and research collaboration

Rankings

• NAAC Accreditation: Grade A (2021) source
• NIRF Ranking: Not ranked in top engineering institutions as of 2023 official NIRF portal
• India Today/Outlook/QS: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Cut-offs: KCET and COMEDK cut-offs vary yearly; typically 45-75 percentile depending on branch & category
• Seat Matrix: Approx. 60-120 seats per branch; detailed at Karnataka CET official site
• Result Publication: Through VTU & CET portals

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Kempegowda International Airport, Bangalore (~45 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Bangalore City Railway Station (~25 km)
• Local Transit: BMTC buses to Electronics City; cab and metro connectivity available

FAQs

1. Q: What entrance exams are accepted for UG engineering admissions?
   A: KCET and COMEDK UGET scores are accepted for undergraduate engineering courses.
2. Q: Is there a management quota for admission?
   A: Yes, a limited number of seats are available under management quota as per VTU guidelines.
3. Q: What documents are required during admission?
   A: 10th & 12th mark sheets, entrance exam scorecard, domicile certificate, identity proof, and passport-size photos.
4. Q: Are scholarships available?
   A: Scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS and merit-based awards are available; check the official scholarships page.
5. Q: What is the fee structure for B.E. courses?
   A: Approximate tuition fee ranges from ₹1.5 to ₹2.5 Lakhs per annum depending on the branch.
6. Q: Does the campus provide hostel facilities?
   A: Yes, separate hostels for boys and girls with mess facilities are available.
7. Q: How are the placement opportunities?
   A: Around 85% placement rate with recruiters like Infosys, Wipro; average CTC between ₹4-6.5 LPA.
8. Q: Is online application accepted?
   A: Yes, applications are submitted online through respective entrance portals followed by counseling.
9. Q: When does admissions process start?
   A: Typically from March-April with counseling completed by July.
10. Q: Does SMVIT have research opportunities?
    A: Yes, with active research centres and funded projects in engineering domains.