The Bachelor of Engineering [BE] {Lateral} (Mechanical Engineering) at RV Institute of Technology and Management (RVITM), Bangalore, is a three-year undergraduate engineering programme for Diploma holders, affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and approved by AICTE. Founded by the Rashtreeya Sikshana Samithi Trust (RSST) in 2019 on a 43-acre campus along Bannerghatta Main Road, RVITM is recognised for strong industry placements. Lateral entry students join the second year of the Mechanical Engineering programme directly, building on their Diploma foundation with advanced coursework in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, manufacturing processes, CAD/CAM, and machine design. Admission is through KCET 2026 Lateral Entry or COMEDK UGET 2026, with management-quota seats available directly.
📋 Admission Status: RVITM Bangalore BE Lateral (Mechanical Engineering) admissions for 2026-27: KCET 2026 was conducted April 23-24, 2026; result declared May 28, 2026 (kea.kar.nic.in). COMEDK UGET 2026 was conducted May 9, 2026; result declared May 26, 2026 (comedk.org). KEA Lateral Entry counselling is expected in July to August 2026. Direct applications: rvitm.ac.in.
Key Points
- RVITM Bangalore offers a VTU-affiliated, AICTE-approved three-year BE Lateral Entry in Mechanical Engineering, open to Diploma holders on a 43-acre campus.
- Curriculum covers thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, manufacturing processes, CAD/CAM, and machine design, with laboratory sessions, mini-projects, and a final-year capstone project.
- Total fees: INR 6,06,000 for the three-year programme; verify the latest at rvitm.ac.in.
- Admission through KCET 2026 Lateral Entry (kea.kar.nic.in) or COMEDK UGET 2026 (comedk.org).
- RVITM’s 2025 placement drive recorded a highest package of INR 26.35 LPA (Amazon, CSE) and an average of INR 11.36 LPA; top recruiters include Qualcomm, Oracle, Philips, Deutsche Bank, and JP Morgan Chase.
RV Institute of Technology and Management (RVITM), Bangalore Bachelor of Engineering [BE] {Lateral} (Mechanical Engineering) Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Fee (indicative) | INR 2,02,000 |
| Total Fees (3 Years) | INR 6,06,000 |
- Verify the year-wise fee structure at rvitm.ac.in before enrolment.
- Hostel and transport charges are separate from tuition fees.
- Karnataka SC/ST students may claim state scholarship fee reimbursement.
RV Institute of Technology and Management (RVITM), Bangalore Bachelor of Engineering [BE] {Lateral} (Mechanical Engineering) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| KCET 2026 Exam | April 23 and 24, 2026 (Conducted); kea.kar.nic.in |
| KCET 2026 Result | May 28, 2026 (Declared); kea.kar.nic.in |
| COMEDK UGET 2026 Exam | May 9, 2026 (Conducted); comedk.org |
| COMEDK UGET 2026 Result | May 26, 2026 (Declared); comedk.org |
| KEA Lateral Entry Counselling 2026 | July to August 2026 (Tentative); kea.kar.nic.in |
| RVITM Direct Application Window | Open; rvitm.ac.in |
| Classes Commence | August to September 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| KCET 2026 | April 23-24, 2026 (Conducted); Result May 28, 2026 | kea.kar.nic.in |
| COMEDK UGET 2026 | May 9, 2026 (Conducted); Result May 26, 2026 | comedk.org |
- KEA Lateral Entry Counselling 2026: July to August 2026 (tentative).
- Management-quota: rvitm.ac.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (or a closely related engineering discipline) from a State Board of Technical Education or AICTE-recognised institution with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for Karnataka SC/ST candidates as per VTU norms). Final-year Diploma students may apply provisionally.
- A valid KCET 2026 Lateral Entry rank (kea.kar.nic.in) is required for government-quota seats through KEA counselling. COMEDK UGET 2026 rank (comedk.org) is accepted for COMEDK quota seats. Management-quota direct applications are accepted at rvitm.ac.in.
Admission Process
- Confirm eligibility: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (or related stream) with minimum 50 percent aggregate.
- Register for KEA Lateral Entry Counselling 2026 at kea.kar.nic.in (expected July to August 2026) using your KCET 2026 Lateral Entry rank.
- COMEDK 2026 rank holders may apply through the COMEDK counselling portal (comedk.org).
- For management-quota seats, apply directly at rvitm.ac.in.
- After seat allotment, report to RVITM, Bannerghatta Main Road, Bangalore, with Diploma mark sheets, transfer certificate, community certificate (if applicable), and ID proof; complete fee payment and enrolment.
✓ Opt for this if
- Diploma holders in Mechanical/Production/Automobile Engineering targeting core engineering roles
- Students seeking a well-placed VTU college with strong placement record at moderate fees
- Candidates interested in manufacturing, automotive, or aerospace careers in Bangalore/Karnataka
- Those who completed Diploma and want a VTU degree without restarting from first year
- Candidates targeting placement with manufacturing and core engineering recruiters at RVITM
✗ Skip if
- Candidates without a Diploma in Mechanical or related engineering discipline
- Those targeting IT sector placements; CSE lateral is better suited for software roles
- Students seeking a 4-year BE with first-year fundamentals intact
- Candidates expecting very high packages from mechanical placements
- Those needing a college with established NIRF or NBA rankings for mechanical
RV Institute of Technology and Management (RVITM), Bangalore Bachelor of Engineering [BE] {Lateral} (Mechanical Engineering) Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | SC/ST Karnataka-domicile; state scholarship portal |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (NSP) | As per NSP norms | Eligible SC/ST students; scholarships.gov.in |
- Karnataka SC/ST domicile: fee reimbursement through state government scholarship portal.
- Post-Matric Scholarship: apply at scholarships.gov.in after admission.
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