The Bachelor of Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) at SJB Institute of Technology (SJBIT), Kengeri, Bangalore, is a four-year undergraduate engineering programme affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, and approved by AICTE. The curriculum covers machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, data science, neural networks, and AI ethics, preparing graduates for careers across Bangalore’s technology and infrastructure sectors. SJBIT is NAAC ’A+’ accredited with an autonomous institution status and ranks 444 in Collegedunia’s 2025 India Engineering Colleges list.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to the BE AI and ML programme 2026 at SJBIT are through KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test) counselling by KEA for government-quota seats; management-quota seats are filled via COMEDK or direct application at sjbit.edu.in.
Key Points
- VTU-affiliated autonomous institution with NAAC ’A+’ accreditation.
- Curriculum covers machine learning and allied engineering domains.
- Graduates pursue careers as machine learning engineer and in allied roles.
SJBIT Bangalore BE AI and ML Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Fee (per year) | INR 3,01,000 |
| Total Fees (4 Years, Hostel Charges Separate) | INR 12,04,000 |
- Management quota fee; KCET government seat fee may differ.
- Confirm current fee at sjbit.edu.in before applying.
- Hostel charges payable separately.
SJBIT Bangalore BE AI and ML Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| KCET 2026 Notification / Registration | January 2026 |
| KCET 2026 Exam | April 23 and 24, 2026 |
| KCET 2026 Result | May 2026 |
| KEA KCET Counselling / Seat Allotment | June to July 2026 |
| SJBIT BE Admission / Reporting | As per KEA schedule; check sjbit.edu.in |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| KCET 2026 | April 23 and 24, 2026 | January 2026 | 10+2 / PUC with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics; minimum 45% (40% for SC/ST) |
| COMEDK UGET 2026 | May 2026 | March 2026 | 10+2 with PCM; for management-quota seats |
- KCET: register at kea.kar.nic.in.
- COMEDK UGET (management quota): comedk.org.
- Direct application: sjbit.edu.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 / II PUC or an equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, securing a minimum of 45 percent aggregate marks in PCM (40 percent for SC/ST/PwD candidates).
- Admission to government-quota seats is through KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test) counselling by KEA, Karnataka. Management-quota seats are filled through COMEDK UGET or direct application at sjbit.edu.in.
Admission Process
- Step 1: Register for KCET 2026 at kea.kar.nic.in (January 2026).
- Step 2: Appear for KCET 2026 (April 23 and 24, 2026); paper covers Engineering Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
- Step 3: Check KCET result (May 2026) and register for KEA counselling (June to July 2026).
- Step 4: Fill choice list selecting SJBIT BE AI and ML; accept seat allotment.
- Step 5: Report to SJBIT with 10+2 / PUC mark sheets, category certificate, and KCET rank card.
- Step 6: Pay the first-year fee and complete admission formalities at sjbit.edu.in.
- Management seats: Apply through COMEDK at comedk.org or directly at sjbit.edu.in.
✓ Opt for this if
- Karnataka PCM students targeting Bangalore tech or infra jobs
- Students seeking KCET government seat at NAAC A+ institution
- Candidates open to VTU autonomous curriculum
- Students targeting mid-tier IT or infrastructure companies
✗ Skip if
- Candidates targeting IIT or NIT tier research careers
- Students needing strong national brand for off-campus hiring
- Students planning to relocate outside Karnataka after graduation
SJBIT Bangalore BE AI and ML Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full or partial reimbursement | Karnataka domicile SC/ST students; apply via ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in |
| Karnataka BC/OBC Fee Reimbursement | Partial fee reimbursement | Karnataka domicile BC/OBC students; apply at ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | Up to INR 50,000/year | Female students in AICTE-approved programmes; family income below INR 8,00,000/year |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000/year; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
- Karnataka government scholarships: apply via NSP at scholarships.gov.in.
- AICTE Pragati: apply at aicte-india.org.
- Confirm current scholarship availability at sjbit.edu.in.
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