RNSIT Bachelor of Engineering [BE] CSE-Data Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) at RNS Institute of Technology (RNSIT), Bangalore is a 4-year full-time on-campus program affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and approved by AICTE. Established in the academic year 2021-22, the department has an annual intake of 180 students and focuses on training students in data analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and intelligent algorithm development for real-world applications. RNSIT is accredited by NAAC with an 'A+' grade and is an Autonomous Institution. Management quota fees are Rs. 6,00,000 per year (total Rs. 24,00,000 for 4 years), while KCET/CET quota fees are approximately Rs. 76,830 to Rs. 81,330 per year. The primary admission exams are KCET (for Karnataka students) and COMEDK UGET (for all-India students). The course is popular for its strong industry alignment, dedicated faculty with R&D experience, and RNSIT's excellent placement ecosystem in Bangalore's tech hub.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are currently open. KCET 2026 was conducted on April 23-24, 2026, and results were declared on May 24, 2026. COMEDK UGET 2026 was held on May 9, 2026, with results declared on May 26, 2026. KCET counselling (option entry) is expected in July 2026 and COMEDK counselling is also expected around the same time. Management quota admissions are ongoing directly through RNSIT.

Key Points

• The CSE (Data Science) department at RNSIT was established in 2021-22 and has an annual intake of 180 students.
• The curriculum covers data analytics, machine learning, AI, NLP, big data, cloud computing, and enterprise data systems, aligned with current industry requirements.
• The department has a dedicated student club "Esponica" - the first official Data Science club at RNSIT - which organizes workshops, hackathons, and industry sessions.
• Students have opportunities to participate in the Undergraduate Research Fellowship (URF) program, enabling research-based project work during the UG program.
• The department has conducted industrial visits to organizations like Nokia and URSC (U.R. Rao Satellite Centre, ISRO), providing real-world exposure.
• RNSIT has MoUs with 16+ industries and offers internship and skill development programs as part of the curriculum.
• CET quota students with KCET rank 3000 or below are eligible for a full tuition fee waiver scholarship at RNSIT.

RNSIT BE (Data Science) Fees

Tuition and Other Fees - BE (Data Science)

Hostel Fees (Optional - Not Mandatory)

• The Total Fees row above does not include hostel fees.
• Hostel accommodation is optional and not mandatory for the course.
• Books fees, uniform fees, and examination fees are not included in the management quota fees and must be paid separately.
• Caution deposit of Rs. 10,000 is refundable at the time of leaving the institution.
• Management quota fees are NOT refundable if the student later secures a seat through CET/COMEDK, as per RNSIT's admission policy.
• Management quota students can pay fees in TWO instalments: 1st instalment of Rs. 3,00,000 at the time of admission and 2nd instalment of Rs. 3,00,000 within 3 months via post-dated cheque.
• EMI facility is available for management quota students through RNSIT's financial partner GrayQuest.
• Contact the administrative office for details.
• All fee payments must be made via Cheque/DD/NEFT/RTGS/Google Pay/PhonePe or online payment gateway.
• Cash transactions are strictly not accepted.
• Students from RNS Group of Institutions (e.g., RNS PU College) are eligible for a 5% discount on management quota tuition fees for CSE (Data Science).

RNSIT BE (Data Science) Admission 2026

RNSIT College-Specific Admission Dates (2026-27)

Entrance Exam Dates (KCET 2026 and COMEDK UGET 2026)

• KCET is the primary exam for Karnataka students seeking government quota seats.
• COMEDK UGET is accepted for all-India students and Karnataka students seeking COMEDK quota seats.
• JEE Main scores are also accepted for management quota admissions at RNSIT.
• Candidates who have not appeared for any of these exams can write RNSAT (RNSIT's own entrance test) to be eligible for management quota admission.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed 2nd year PUC / 12th standard or equivalent with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with one of Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology, or Electronics.
• Minimum 45% aggregate marks in optional subjects (40% for SC/ST candidates) with English as one of the languages.
• Must have a valid score/rank in KCET, COMEDK UGET, or JEE Main; candidates without any of these scores can write RNSAT for management quota eligibility.

Admission Process

• Appear for KCET 2026 (for Karnataka government quota seats) or COMEDK UGET 2026 (for COMEDK quota seats).
• Register for KEA counselling at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea after KCET result declaration (for KCET quota).
• Complete document verification at the designated KEA centre.
• Fill in option entry (college and course preferences) on the KEA portal and lock choices before the deadline.
• Receive seat allotment result and report to RNSIT with original documents.
• Pay the prescribed fees at the college office (online/NEFT/RTGS/Cheque/DD only; no cash).
• For COMEDK quota: Follow the COMEDK counselling process at comedk.org.
• For management quota: Submit the RNSIT admission application form with required documents and pay the prescribed management quota fees directly at the college.

RNSIT BE (Data Science) Scholarships 2026

Scholarships

• The RNSIT CET quota merit scholarship (tuition fee waiver for KCET rank 3000 and below) is a significant benefit for top-ranked KCET students.
• For RNSIT management quota merit scholarships, students must maintain a minimum CGPA of 7.0 (for Rs. 25,000 scholarship) or 8.0 (for Rs. 50,000 scholarship) in subsequent years to continue receiving the scholarship.
• SSP and Vidyasiri scholarships are primarily available to Karnataka domicile students.
• COMEDK students and non-Karnataka students generally do not qualify for these government scholarships.
• For scholarship-related queries, contact: scholarshipsection@rnsit.ac.in

RNSIT BE (Data Science) Placement 2025

CSE (Data Science) Department - Placement Statistics 2025

• The above placement data is specific to the CSE (Data Science) department at RNSIT for the 2025 batch.
• RNSIT overall recorded 1,060+ placements in 2025 with a highest CTC of Rs. 50 LPA across all departments.
• Key recruiters for the Data Science department include Accenture, Amazon, Bosch, Cerner, and other IT and analytics companies.