Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi
Approval / Accreditation
AICTE Approved
Campus Size
25 acres
Courses Offered
Diploma, B.E. / B.Tech, M.Tech
Location
Lingapura, Obalapura Post, Koratagere Road, Tumkur, Karnataka
Campus & Facilities
Spacious 25-acre campus with greenery and modern buildings
Smart classrooms with projectors and AV systems
Well-equipped laboratories & workshops
Central library with digital resources
Separate hostels for boys & girls
Transport facility, cafeteria & general amenities
Sports grounds and indoor recreation
Academics & Courses
Diploma Programs:
Mechanical Engineering
Electronics & Communication Engineering
Computer Science Engineering
Civil Engineering
Undergraduate (B.E. / B.Tech):
Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electronics & Communication Engineering
Computer Science & Engineering
Information Science & Engineering
Agricultural Engineering
Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
Postgraduate (M.Tech):
Computer Networking
Digital Electronics & Communication (and similar fields)
Course Fees (Approx.)
Course Level
Fee Range (Approx.)
Diploma
9,000 per year
B.E. / B.Tech
3.2 – 8.0 lakh (full course)
M.Tech
1.4 lakh (full course)
Scholarships
Merit-based scholarships for top-performing students
State & central govt. scholarships (SC/ST/OBC/Minority)
Financial aid for economically weaker students
Institutional support under Akshaya Education Trust
Entrance Exams Accepted
For B.E./B.Tech: KCET, COMEDK UGET (sometimes JEE considered)
For M.Tech: PGCET, GATE
Eligibility:
UG: 10+2 with minimum required marks (~45% aggregate)
PG: Graduation in relevant stream with minimum marks (~50%)
Student Life & Activities
Technical & cultural fests
Student clubs (coding, robotics, innovation)
Industrial visits & guest lectures
Sports & extracurricular events
Social outreach & NSS activities
Placements & Internships
Average placement: ~50–70% students placed in recent batches
Salary packages: around 3 – 6 LPA (average ~4 LPA)
Recruiters include Infosys, Wipro, TCS, Capgemini, HCL, etc.
Dedicated Placement & Training Cell with mock interviews, skill development, and internship assistance
Conclusion
Akshaya Institute of Technology (AIT), Tumkur is a young but steadily growing institution. It offers a variety of engineering programs with moderate fees, decent infrastructure, and average placement records. It’s a good option for students seeking affordable engineering education near Bangalore with scope for growth.