Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The BE (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) at Alva's Institute of Engineering and Technology (AIET), Moodbidri, Mangalore is a 4-year full-time undergraduate engineering programme affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi. This is one of the newest and most in-demand engineering branches, focusing on AI algorithms, machine learning, deep learning, data science, natural language processing, and computer vision. The total programme fee is Rs. 8,80,000 for 4 years (Rs. 2,20,000 per year). Admission is through Karnataka CET (KCET) conducted by KEA, and the programme is popular among students seeking careers in the rapidly growing AI/ML industry. AIET's AI&ML department is equipped with modern computing infrastructure and industry-aligned curriculum.

Admissions for the 2026-27 batch are currently closed. The Karnataka CET 2025 was held in April 2025, and counselling concluded by August-September 2025. For the 2026-27 batch, the Karnataka CET 2026 is expected in April 2026. AIET also accepts COMED-K scores and direct management quota applications.

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One of the newest and most sought-after engineering branches, combining computer science with AI, ML, and data science.
The programme is affiliated to VTU and approved by AICTE.
AIET's AI&ML department has dedicated labs with GPU-enabled workstations, Python/R programming environments, and access to cloud computing platforms.
Graduates are in high demand from IT companies, AI startups, and research organisations.
The campus is fully residential with hostel facilities available.
Students with 60% or above in KCET may be eligible for an institutional scholarship of up to Rs. 10,000.

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02 Apr, 2026 KCET 2026 will be held on April 23 & 24, 2026. The Admit card will be released soon @cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.

AIET BE (AI&ML) Fees

The BE (AI&ML) at AIET has a total fee of Rs. 8,80,000 for the 4-year programme, payable at Rs. 2,20,000 per year. This includes tuition fees of Rs. 2,00,000 per year and miscellaneous fees of Rs. 20,000 per year. The fee is applicable for management quota seats; government/KEA quota fees are regulated by the Karnataka government and are significantly lower.

Fee Breakdown

Fee Component	Per Year (INR)	Total 4 Years (INR)
Tuition Fee	2,00,000	8,00,000
Miscellaneous Fee	20,000	80,000
Total Fees (Management Quota)	2,20,000	8,80,000
Hostel Fee (optional)	As applicable	-

Government/KEA quota fees are regulated and significantly lower than management quota fees.
Hostel fees are charged separately and are optional.
VTU examination and registration fees are payable directly to VTU as per their schedule.
Fees are refundable as per AIET/VTU refund policy.
SC/ST candidates may be eligible for fee concessions as per Karnataka government norms.

AIET BE (AI&ML) Admission 2026

Admission to the BE (AI&ML) at AIET is primarily through the Karnataka CET (KCET) counselling process conducted by KEA. COMED-K scores are accepted for NRI/management quota seats. Management quota seats are also filled through AIET's direct admission process. The 2025-26 admissions are closed; the 2026-27 cycle begins with KCET 2026 in April 2026.

AIET BE (AI&ML) Admission Schedule

Event	2025 (Actual)	2026 (Tentative)
KCET Application Start	January 2025	January 2026
KCET Exam	April 16-17, 2025	April 2026
KCET Result Declaration	May 2025	May 2026
KCET Counselling / Option Entry	June - August 2025	June - August 2026
COMED-K Exam	May 2025	May 2026
AIET Direct Admission (Management Quota)	April - May 2025	April - May 2026
Batch Commencement	August - September 2025	August - September 2026

Entrance Exam Details

Exam	Conducting Body	Remarks
Karnataka CET (KCET)	KEA (Karnataka Examinations Authority)	Primary exam for Karnataka state seats; Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
COMED-K	Consortium of Medical, Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka	Accepted for management/NRI quota

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must have passed 10+2 (PUC/equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
A valid KCET rank is required for KEA quota seats; COMED-K score is required for COMED-K quota seats.
Candidates must be Karnataka domicile for KCET quota seats (or meet KEA's eligibility norms).

Admission Process:

Register and appear for KCET 2026 (conducted by KEA) or COMED-K 2026.
Obtain rank card and participate in the KEA online counselling process.
Exercise college and branch choices during the option entry window.
Receive seat allotment and report to AIET for document verification and fee payment.
For management quota seats, apply directly to AIET and attend a personal interview/document verification.

AIET BE (AI&ML) Scholarships 2026

BE (AI&ML) students at AIET are eligible for various government and institutional scholarships.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount
AIET Merit Scholarship	60% or above in KCET	Up to Rs. 10,000
NSP (PM-USP) Yojana	80% in qualifying exam, parental income up to Rs. 4.5 lakhs, AICTE-recognised UG course	Rs. 82,000 per annum
SC/ST/OBC Government Scholarships (SSP Karnataka)	As per Karnataka state government norms	Varies by category
Alva's Scholarship 2025	75% or above in 10+2, rural students, merit-cum-means	As per AIET scholarship policy

NSP scholarship requires maintaining 50% marks and 75% attendance throughout the programme.
SC/ST/OBC scholarship applications are processed through the Karnataka state scholarship portal (SSP).
AIET's own scholarship covers tuition fees, examination charges, and in special cases, hostel accommodation.

Alva's Institute of Engineering and Technology Mangalore BE Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Ranking

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#133 out of 175 in India 2025

#23rd in Karnataka

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AIET BE (AI&ML) FAQs

Ques. Is BE (AI&ML) at AIET a new branch? How is the faculty and infrastructure?

Ans. BE (AI&ML) is a relatively new branch introduced in recent years under VTU's revised curriculum. AIET has set up dedicated AI/ML labs with GPU-enabled workstations and cloud computing access. The faculty includes specialists in machine learning, data science, and computer vision. As a newer branch, the infrastructure is modern and purpose-built for AI/ML education.

Ques. What is the difference between BE (AI&ML) and BE (CSE) at AIET? Which has better placements?

Ans. BE (AI&ML) is a specialised branch focused exclusively on artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, and data science. BE (CSE) is a broader programme covering all aspects of computer science. For placements, AI&ML graduates are in high demand for data scientist, ML engineer, and AI researcher roles, while CSE graduates have broader options. Both branches attract similar IT companies, but AI&ML graduates command higher salaries in specialised roles.

Ques. What programming languages and tools are taught in BE (AI&ML) at AIET?

Ans. The curriculum covers Python (primary language for AI/ML), R, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, Scikit-learn, OpenCV, and cloud platforms like AWS and Google Cloud. Students also learn data visualisation tools like Matplotlib and Seaborn, and big data tools like Hadoop and Spark in advanced semesters.

Ques. What is the seat intake for BE (AI&ML) at AIET?

Ans. The seat intake for BE (AI&ML) at AIET is typically 60 seats per year (subject to AICTE approval). The exact number of KEA quota and management quota seats can be found in the KEA KCET seat matrix for AIET.

Ques. Can I pursue M.Tech in AI or Data Science after completing BE (AI&ML) from AIET?

Ans. Yes, BE (AI&ML) graduates are fully eligible to pursue M.Tech in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, or Computer Science. They can appear for GATE (CS/DA paper) and Karnataka PGCET for M.Tech admissions. Several IITs and NITs now offer dedicated M.Tech programmes in AI/ML.

Ques. What are the career options and expected salary after BE (AI&ML) from AIET?

Ans. BE (AI&ML) graduates from AIET can pursue careers as Machine Learning Engineer, Data Scientist, AI Research Engineer, Computer Vision Engineer, NLP Engineer, and Business Intelligence Analyst. Entry-level salaries in AI/ML roles typically range from Rs. 4 to Rs. 8 lakhs per annum at tier-2 companies, and Rs. 10 to Rs. 20 lakhs per annum at top tech companies. The AI/ML job market is growing rapidly, making this one of the highest-demand engineering branches.