The M.Tech (Environmental Engineering) at BMS College of Engineering (BMSCE), Bangalore, is a two-year full-time postgraduate engineering programme affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, and approved by AICTE. Established in 1946, BMSCE holds NAAC A++ accreditation (CGPA 3.83/4.0) and autonomous status extended through 2031-32. The curriculum spans water treatment, air quality management, solid waste management, environmental impact assessment, and sustainable engineering over four semesters, including a research dissertation. Admission is through Karnataka PGCET (KEA) or management quota; GATE-qualified students are eligible for the AICTE monthly stipend. Graduates pursue careers as environmental engineer and related professionals at the Department of Civil Engineering.
📋 Admission Status: BMSCE Bangalore M.Tech (Environmental Engineering) admissions for 2026-27 are through Karnataka PGCET counselling by KEA (kea.kar.nic.in) and direct management quota applications at bmsce.ac.in.
Key Points
- BMSCE M.Tech (Environmental Engineering) is VTU-affiliated, AICTE-approved, and offered at the Department of Civil Engineering of a NAAC A++ autonomous institution.
- Curriculum covers water treatment and allied advanced topics over four semesters, culminating in an original dissertation.
- Management quota total fee is INR 3,44,640 for the two-year programme; PGCET-allotted students pay government-regulated fees.
BMSCE Bangalore M.Tech (Environmental Engineering) Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Fee (Management Quota) | INR 1,72,320 |
| Total Fees (2 Years, Management Quota) | INR 3,44,640 |
- Management quota fees per 2026-27 BMSCE schedule.
- PGCET quota: government-regulated fees; contact KEA for current rates.
- GATE scholars eligible for AICTE stipend INR 12,400/month.
BMSCE Bangalore M.Tech (Environmental Engineering) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| GATE 2026 Examination | Feb 7, Feb 08, Feb 14 and Feb 15, 2026 |
| GATE 2026 Result | Mar 19, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration | April 8, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Examination | M.E./M.Tech/M.Arch: May 23, 2026MBA/MCA: June 14, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Result | July 8, 2026 (Tentative) |
| KEA PGCET Counselling and Seat Allotment | July to August 2026 |
| BMSCE Management Quota Applications | Open at bmsce.ac.in |
| Classes Commence | August to September 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| GATE | Oct 13, 2025 | Feb 7, Feb 08, Feb 14 and Feb 15, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET | April 8, 2026 | M.E./M.Tech/M.Arch: May 23, 2026MBA/MCA: June 14, 2026 | July 8, 2026 (Tentative) |
- GATE CE or ES preferred; PGCET score accepted for KEA quota.
- Management quota: apply at bmsce.ac.in; seats filled on merit.
- GATE scholars: apply for AICTE PG stipend after joining.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a BE/B.Tech in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or an allied discipline from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 50 percent (45 percent for SC/ST/Category-I Karnataka candidates).
- A valid GATE score in Civil Engineering (CE) or Environmental Science and Engineering (ES) is required for KEA PGCET quota seats and the AICTE PG stipend; management quota applicants may apply without a GATE score subject to BMSCE norms.
- Karnataka-domicile candidates may alternatively qualify through the Karnataka PGCET score (without GATE) for PGCET quota seats.
- Candidates must not have any pending backlogs in the qualifying degree at the time of admission.
Admission Process
- Appear in GATE (Civil Engineering (CE) or Environmental Science and Engineering (ES)) in February 2026 and obtain a valid score, or appear in Karnataka PGCET conducted by KEA.
- Register for KEA PGCET online counselling at kea.kar.nic.in; list BMSCE as a preferred institution and select the M.Tech specialisation.
- After seat allotment, pay the KEA seat acceptance fee within the stipulated deadline and download the allotment order.
- Report to BMSCE with original degree mark sheets, GATE/PGCET score card, transfer certificate, and community certificate (if applicable) for document verification.
- Complete fee payment and enrolment at the BMSCE postgraduate admissions office; GATE stipend applications are processed after registration at VTU.
✓ Opt for this if
- GATE CE/ES holders targeting pollution control or government roles
- Civil engineers seeking environmental specialisation at NAAC A++ college
- Karnataka PGCET candidates wanting lower government-regulated fees
- Engineers targeting NGO, EIA consulting, or green-building careers
✗ Skip if
- Candidates targeting IIT environmental engineering research output
- Engineers expecting high Bangalore industry placements from PG
- Those needing GATE ES stipend without qualifying ES stream
- Candidates focused on chemical or biotech environmental processes
BMSCE Bangalore M.Tech (Environmental Engineering) Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| GATE Fellowship (AICTE) | INR 12,400 per month | GATE-qualified scholars in engineering disciplines; apply through AICTE portal |
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | SC/ST Karnataka-domicile students; apply via state portal after admission |
| Karnataka PGCET Merit Scholarship | As per government norms | PGCET rank holders from Karnataka; contact KEA for current scheme details |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000 per year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | Up to INR 50,000 per year | Female students in AICTE-approved programmes; family income below INR 8,00,000 |
- GATE-qualified students may receive AICTE monthly stipend of INR 12,400.
- Karnataka SC/ST students: full fee reimbursement via state scholarship portal.
- PGCET allottees: check KEA portal for state merit scholarship eligibility.
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