Updated on - Oct 16, 2025
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Karnataka BTech admission is conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA). The body organises the KCET exam for seat allotment to BTech courses. Many colleges in the state also provide admission based on JEE Main scores.
KEA can start the KCET 2025 registration in January - February 2025. The exam can be conducted in April 2025. The result announcement and counselling process can start from May - June 2025.
BTech is a 4-year undergraduate program that deals with various principles and applications of engineering and technology. You should have cleared 2nd PUC/ class 12 with Physics and Chemistry and English as one of the languages to be eligible for Karnataka BTech admission.
- Karnataka BTech Admission 2025: Highlights
- Who is eligible for KCET?
2.1 What is the entrance exam for BTech in Karnataka?
- What is the admission process to BTech through KCET?
3.1 What are the fees for Karnataka BTech admission 2025
- What are the Karnataka BTech admission 2025 dates?
- What is the Karnataka BTech reservation policy?
- How Karnataka BTech counselling is done?
7.1 What are the required documents for KCET counselling?
- What are the top BTech colleges in Karnataka?
- What are the government BTech colleges in Karnataka?
9.1 What are the Private BTech colleges in Karnataka?
- Karnataka BTech Admission 2025: FAQs
Karnataka BTech Admission 2025: Highlights
| Course Name | BTech (Bachelor of Technology) |
| Admission Process | Entrance Examination + Counselling |
| Exam Name | KCET/ JEE Main |
| Conducting Body | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Exam Level | Undergraduate |
| Official Website | https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/ |
Who is eligible for KCET?
The eligibility criteria for KCET are set by the KEA. You must check it before applying. The requirements are as follows.
- You must be an Indian citizen.
- You should have cleared 2nd PUC/ class 12 with Physics and Chemistry and English as one of the languages.
- You must score at least 45% marks in aggregate.
- Candidates from SC, ST, Cat-1, 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B must score 40% marks.
- Biotechnology/ Biology/Electronics or CS are considered if Chemistry marks are less for required percentage.
- Candidates appearing in the QE and expecting results are also eligible.
- Candidates passing QE other than the universities listed on the VTU website and KSOU are not eligible.
- Merit/ Rank is determined by taking equal marks in QE and CET in PCM subjects.
KEA has mentioned different clauses for claiming admission to government seats. You should meet the specific eligibility and provide the required documents for the claim.
What is the entrance exam for BTech in Karnataka?
KCET is the main entrance exam for BTech admission in Karnataka. The KEA conducts it for admission to government, government-aided and private colleges. Besides the KCET, many engineering colleges accept JEE Main scores for admission to BTech courses.
What is the admission process to BTech through KCET?
KEA provide details of the BTech admission process on its official website. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria can apply through the following steps.
- Register yourself on the official KEA website.
- You will receive an application number and user ID on the registered email/ phone number.
- Log in using the provided credentials and fill in the application details.
- Upload your recent photograph, signature and LHTI.
- Agree to the declaration on the next screen and click the OK button.
- Pay the application fee on the next screen.
- Print the application form for future reference.
What are the fees for Karnataka BTech admission 2025?
KEA has set different application fees as per the categories of candidates. You can check the application fee in the table below.
| Category | Application Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| GM, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B Karnataka Candidates | 500 |
| Cat-1, SC, ST Karnataka Candidates | 200 |
| Outside Karnataka Candidates | 750 |
| Foreign Candidates | 5,000 |
What are the Karnataka BTech admission 2025 dates?
The 2025 BTech admission dates will be released by KEA on the official website. You can check the tentative dates in the following table.
| Event | Dates (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Registration | January - February, 2025 |
| Release of Admit Card | April 2025 |
| KCET Exam | April 2025 |
| Result | May 2025 |
| Counselling Process | May - June, 2025 |
What is the Karnataka BTech reservation policy?
KEA reserve some seats for reserved category candidates for BTech admission. It is based on the CET-2006 admission rules and is only for Karnataka candidates. You can check the reservation in the following table.
| Category | Percentage of Seats Reserved |
|---|---|
| Rural Candidates | 15% of Government Seats |
| Kannada Medium Candidates | 5% of Government Seats |
| J&K Migrant | 1 seat in every college |
| Article 371 (J) Kalyana Karnataka (Hyderabad Karnataka) |
|
| Karnataka Defence Personnel | 10% |
Reservation is also available for SC, ST and OBC candidates under categories 1, 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B under the Government order. Production of caste certificates is mandatory for claiming reservation. SC, ST and Cat-1 candidates also have to produce income certificates.
How Karnataka BTech counselling is done?
KEA starts the counselling process after the release of the KCET result. The seat allotment is based on the merit list prepared by the authority. The merit list for the TFWS seats is prepared separately. Before choice filling, you have to verify your documents at a KEA centre.
The KCET counselling consists of the following steps.
- Document Verification and Registration - You have to report at the KEA centre as per the schedule for document verification. You will be given a verification slip, unique ID and password upon verification.
- Choice Filling and Locking - Using credentials, you can log in to the portal and select your preferred colleges. You must lock your choices, otherwise the last ones will be automatically locked.
- Seat Allotment - Allotment is done in the merit order and is based on options priority. It will be shown on the official portal. A mock allotment is also released before the actual allotment.
- College Reporting - The last step involves reporting at the allocated college for document verification and admission. The reporting should be done in the time prescribed by the authority.
Candidates who have gotten allotment through other boards have to cancel their allotment before the mop-up/ final round. You can also surrender the seat online by filling in the required details. Allotments are subject to approval by the concerned institutes.
What are the required documents for KCET counselling?
You can check the documents required for KCET counselling listed below.
- KCET Application Form.
- KCET Admit Card.
- Fee Payment Challan.
- Class 10 Marksheet.
- 2nd PUC/ Class 12 Marksheet.
- Study Certificate countersigned by the BEO/DDPI.
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Income Certificate. (If applicable)
- Kannada Medium Study Certificate. (If applicable)
- Rural Study Certificate. (If applicable)
- Caste Certificate. (If applicable)
- Hyderabad-Karnataka Region Reservation (Article 371 (J)) Certificate. (If applicable)
- Domicile Certificate. (If applicable)
- Identity Card for J&K Migrants Quota. (If applicable)
- Affidavit for Horanadu and Gadinadu Kannadiga Clauses. (If applicable)
What are the top BTech colleges in Karnataka?
Karnataka is home to many engineering colleges offering BTech courses. Admission is generally based on JEE Main and KCET scores. You can check the top colleges based on the NIRF 2024 rankings in the following table.
| College | Admission Process | NIRF Ranking | Total Intake | Ist Year Fees (INR) | College Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIT Suratkhal | JEE Main + JoSAA Counselling | 17 | 958 | 1,64,490 | Click Here |
| MIT, Manipal | MET Scores | 56 | 2,400 | 2,03,000 - 3,04,000 | Click Here |
| VTU, Belgaum | JEE Main/ KCET Scores | 69 |
– |
14,060 | Click Here |
| IIIT Bangalore | JEE Main Scores | 74 | 270 | 4,60,000 | Click Here |
| Christ University, Bangalore | KCET/ CUET Scores | 93 | 810 | 1,80,000 - 2,79,000 | Click Here |
| Jain University, Bangalore | JEE Main/ JET/ Uni-Gauge Scores | 95 | 1,320 | 2,25,000 - 3,75,000 | Click Here |
| IIT Dharwad | JEE Advanced + JoSAA Counselling | 101 - 150 | 325 | 2,73,000 | Click Here |
| PES University, Bangalore | JEE Main/ KCET/ PESSAT Scores | 101 - 150 | 1,800 | 4,00,000 - 5,0000 | Click Here |
| NMAMIT, Udupi | NUCAT Scores | 151 - 200 | 1,140 | 1,25,000 - 3,00,000 | Click Here |
| Reva University, Bangalore | KCET/ REVA CET Scores | 201 - 300 | 2,100 | 1,95,000 | Click Here |
What are the government BTech colleges in Karnataka?
Karnataka has many government colleges offering BTech courses. You can check the colleges accepting JEE and KCET scores in the following table.
| College | Admission Process | Total Intake | Ist Year Fees (INR) | College Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIT Suratkhal | JEE Main + JoSAA Counselling | 958 | 1,64,490 | Click Here |
| VTU, Belgaum | JEE Main/ KCET Scores |
– |
14,060 | Click Here |
| IIT Dharwad | JEE Advanced + JoSAA Counselling | 325 | 2,73,000 | Click Here |
| IISc Bangalore | JEE Advanced Scores | 52 | 2,20,200 | Click Here |
| IIIT Dharwad | JEE Main + JoSAA/ CSAB Counselling | 152 | 4,64,800 | Click Here |
| IIIT Raichur | JEE Main + JoSAA Counselling | 220 | 2,72,000 | Click Here |
| UAS Raichur | Class 12 Scores | 10 | 1,04,250 | Click Here |
| CUK, Gulbarga | CUET Scores | 125 | 75,540 | Click Here |
| College of Agriculture, Hassan | KCET/ ICAR AIEEA Scores |
– |
1,04,250 | Click Here |
What are the Private BTech colleges in Karnataka?
You can check the private BTech colleges in Karnataka in the following table.
| College | Admission Process | Total Intake | Ist Year Fees (INR) | College Cutoff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIT, Manipal | MET Scores | 2,400 | 2,03,000 - 3,04,000* | Click Here |
| IIIT Bangalore | JEE Main Scores | 270 | 4,60,000 | Click Here |
| Christ University, Bangalore | KCET/ CUET Scores | 810 | 1,80,000 -2,79,000# | Click Here |
| Jain University, Bangalore | JEE Main/ JET/ Uni-Gauge Scores | 1,320 | 2,25,000 - 3,75,000 | Click Here |
| PES University, Bangalore | JEE Main/ KCET/ PESSAT Scores | 1,800 | 4,00,000 - 5,0000^ | Click Here |
| NMAMIT, Udupi | NUCAT Scores | 1,140 | 1,25,000 - 3,00,000 | Click Here |
| Reva University, Bangalore | KCET/ REVA CET Scores | 2,100 | 1,95,000 | Click Here |
| Presidency University, Bangalore | JEE Main/ KCET Scores |
– |
2,65,000 | Click Here |
| Alliance College of Engineering and Design, Bangalore | JEE Main/ JEE Advanced/ KCET/ AUEET Scores |
– |
4,25,000 | Click Here |
| CMR University, Bangalore | JEE Main/ KCET/ CMRUAT Scores | 540+ | 2,75,000 - 4,00,000** | Click Here |
*2,03,000 - BE, BT, EIE, Industrial Engg.,
2,50,000 - AE, Chem. Engg., CE, ME, Mechatronics,
2,61,000 - Cyber-Physical Systems, EEE
3,04,000 - CCE, CSE, CSE AI, CSE AI&ML, DSE, ECE, IT, Mathematics & Computing, CSFT, EE (VLSI Design & Tech.)
#1,80,000 - CE
1,89,000 - AE, ME
1,92,000 - EEE
2,15,000 - Robotics & Mechatronics
2,18,000 - ECE, AI&ML
2,79,000 - CSE
^4,00,000 - ME, EEE, BT
4,50,000 - ECE
5,00,000 - CSE, CSE AIML
**2,75,000 - ECE
4,00,000 - Other Branches
Karnataka BTech Admission 2025: FAQs
Ques. Can an outside student get admission in Karnataka for BTech through KCET?
Ans. Outside students cannot get admission to BTech in Karnataka through KCET as it is only conducted for candidates of Karnataka. Candidates from other states can consider exams like JEE Main that have no domicile restrictions and are accepted in most colleges.
Ques. Can I get admission to BTech in Karnataka with an overall 71% in the 2nd PUC?
Ans. You can get admission to BTech courses in Karnataka with a 71% score in the 2nd PUC. KEA has stated that candidates should have a minimum of 45% marks in class 12/ 2nd PUC. Other than the marks, you also have to meet the other eligibility criteria set by the conducting authority.
Ques. What is the admission process for BTech CSE at Amrita University, Bangalore?
Ans. Amrita University, Bangalore accepts AEEE and JEE Main scores for admission to its BTech CSE course. Other than the entrance exam, you also have to clear class 12 with PCM with a minimum of 55% marks separately and an aggregate minimum of 60% in PCM.
Ques. How should I apply for IIIT Bangalore BTech admission?
Ans. IIIT Bangalore offers integrated BTech courses in 3 specialisations. Admission is based on JEE Main scores. The minimum requirement is class 12 or equivalent with mathematics as one of the main subjects. Students completing the minimum requirement by July can also apply.
Ques. What is the process for BTech admission at Reva University, Bangalore?
Ans. Reva University, Bangalore offer BTech in many specialisations. Admission is based on REVA CET and KCET scores. You should have passed class 12 with at least 45% in the science stream to be eligible for the BTech admission.
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