Admissions to the University of Visvesvaraya College of Engineering (UVCE) are conducted through the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET), managed by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). Candidates must clear the KCET and meet branch-specific cutoff ranks. UVCE, founded by Sir M. Visvesvaraya, is renowned for its excellent placements, ranking among the top three in job placements. The faculty is well-qualified, with many holding Ph.D. degrees and over 20 years of experience.
The annual admission fee is approximately 30,000 INR, with reserved category students paying 4,000 to 5,000 INR. UVCE offers low tuition fees, and the government reimburses fees for minority students. UVCE provides strong placement opportunities, with 70-90% of students securing jobs annually from 100+ companies, including Infosys and Microsoft. Despite COVID-19 impacts, the highest package reached 59 LPA, with an average of 6-7 LPA. Internships with stipends from 10k to 35k per month are available from the fifth semester.
Scholarships support economically disadvantaged students, particularly from SC/ST categories. The UVCE Alumni Association and government scholarships, such as the EPASS scholarship valued at Rs 19,090, are common. The fee structure for the academic year 2022-23 is approximately Rs 20,000, with additional scholarships available from companies and the UVCE Foundation based on interviews, academic performance, and family income. Annual course fees are Rs 48,000, with an exam fee of Rs 3,000 per semester.
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