SMEC B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering: Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The reviewer, coming from a diploma background, secured the 15th rank in the ECET exam and paid 1,500 rupees for it. They were admitted to St. Mary's Engineering College through counseling, choosing the Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) branch, with the admission finalized for June 20. Faculty qualifications are high, with most holding at least an M.Tech and some possessing PhDs. Although faculty support and academic facilities are praised, criticisms include a high faculty-to-student ratio of 1:180 for some subjects and infrequent classes.

The fee structure is manageable, with JNTU and library fees totaling 1,000 rupees in the first year, and fee reimbursement offers 35,000 plus 1,200 rupees in subsequent years. Tuition is 45,000 rupees for EAMCET qualified students and 60,000 rupees for management students annually. Additional costs involve 10,000 rupees for tuition, 40,000 rupees for hostels, 1,500 rupees for exams, and 25,000 rupees for transportation. The total course cost is approximately 200,000 rupees.

The college sees 20 to 30 companies for placements, including IBM, Cognizant, and Accenture, with the highest package at 10 LPA and typical packages between 2 LPA to 4 LPA. Students are eligible for placements in the 7th semester with a minimum 60-65% academic percentage and no backlogs. Internships and scholarships enhance opportunities, with the software hub Deep Thought offering stipends of 2,000 to 5,000 rupees monthly. Various scholarships and fee reimbursements are available, especially for SC, ST, and BC students, and those who qualify through EAMCET.

The college provides insurance, CRT classes, internships, and the financial structure is viewed as affordable for middle-class families.