Kerala University B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) at Kerala University is a 4-year full-time undergraduate programme offered through its affiliated Government, Aided, and Self-Financing engineering colleges across Thiruvananthapuram and Kerala. The programme covers core areas including analog and digital electronics, communication systems, signal processing, VLSI design, embedded systems, microprocessors, and RF/microwave engineering. Annual tuition fees at Government/Aided colleges are Rs.8,650, making the total 4-year tuition just Rs.34,600 - among the most affordable engineering programmes in India. Admission is through KEAM (Kerala Engineering Architecture and Medical), the state-level entrance examination conducted by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala. Seat intake per branch is typically 60 seats at Government/Aided colleges. ECE is one of the most popular and competitive branches under KEAM, driven by strong demand from Kerala's space and defence sector (ISRO, VSSC, DRDO), telecom industry, and the growing semiconductor and embedded systems ecosystem.

Admissions for the 2026-27 batch are currently ongoing. The KEAM 2026 application window was open from January 5 to January 31, 2026. The entrance examination was conducted from April 17 to April 23, 2026. Results are expected in May 2026, with the rank list in June 2026 and counselling/option registration in July 2026.

Key Points

• ECE is among the most sought-after branches under KEAM, with closing ranks at top Government colleges typically in the range of 5,000-20,000 (State Merit category).
• Curriculum covers emerging areas including IoT, 5G communication, VLSI chip design, embedded systems, and AI-driven signal processing, aligned with KTU norms.
• Thiruvananthapuram's unique ecosystem - home to ISRO/VSSC, DRDO, BEL, and Technopark - provides exceptional internship and placement opportunities for ECE graduates.
• University College of Engineering, Kariavattom (UCK) offers ECE with a closing rank of approximately 48,812 (KEAM 2023, State Merit), making it accessible to a wider range of students.
• SC/ST students and AICTE TFW scheme beneficiaries are eligible for full tuition fee exemption at Government/Aided colleges.
• NRI quota seats are available at select colleges including UCK at Rs.1,05,000 per annum.

KU B.Tech ECE Fees

Component-wise Fee Structure (Government/Aided Colleges under Kerala University)

Fee Structure - Government Cost-Sharing / Self-Financing Colleges under Kerala University

• The fees above are tuition fees as approved by the Government of Kerala / CEE Kerala for 2025-26.
• Exact fees for each college are published on the CEE option registration portal at cee.kerala.gov.in.
• SC/ST students and OEC (Other Eligible Communities) candidates are eligible for full tuition fee waiver at Government/Aided colleges.
• AICTE Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) Scheme: Up to 5% of sanctioned intake per branch is eligible for 100% tuition fee waiver.
• Eligibility: family income not exceeding Rs.8 lakh per annum.
• For NRI quota at University College of Engineering, Kariavattom: an additional interest-free refundable deposit of Rs.1,25,000 is applicable, refundable at the end of the course.
• All balance amounts (excluding Rs.160) are refundable upon opting out of the course at Government Cost-Sharing colleges.
• Tuition fee and office fee are to be paid at the time of admission; PTA and placement fees can be paid on commencement of regular classes.

KU B.Tech ECE Admission 2026

College/University Admission Dates (2026-27 Batch)

KEAM 2026 Exam Dates

Source: cee.kerala.gov.in

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and Chemistry/Computer Science/Biotechnology/Biology as one of the optional subjects.
• Minimum aggregate of 45% marks in Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry/Computer Science (40% for SC/ST/SEBC/PD candidates).
• Candidates must be at least 17 years of age as on December 31, 2026.
• There is no upper age limit for B.Tech courses.

Admission Process

• Register and apply online at cee.kerala.gov.in for KEAM 2026.
• Appear for the KEAM Engineering Entrance Examination (Computer Based Test).
• Download rank card after result declaration.
• Participate in the Centralised Allotment Process (CAP) by registering options online on the CEE portal.
• Pay the option registration fee (Rs.925 for General; Rs.400 for SC; Nil for ST).
• Accept allotment and pay token fee / full tuition fee as applicable to confirm the seat.
• Report to the allotted college with original documents for admission.

KU B.Tech ECE Scholarships 2026

Scholarships

• SC/ST students at Government/Aided colleges are fully exempt from tuition fees.
• E-Grantz scholarships are disbursed directly to students' bank accounts; applications are submitted through the college.
• The AICTE TFW scheme is applicable only if the college has filled at least 50% of its approved intake in the previous academic year.
• Central Sector Scholarship applications are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
• University Merit Scholarship is awarded to students who have passed the HSE/VHSE/CBSE/ISC examination at the first attempt with not less than 60% marks.