About BMSCE
Founded in 1946, BMSCE is one of Karnataka’s oldest private engineering colleges, located in Basavanagudi, Bangalore. Spread across an 11-acre campus, it is affiliated to VTU, offers a wide array of undergrad, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, and has a strong legacy with over 40,000 alumni.
Latest Updates
Admissions 2025: Applications open via KCET and COMEDK UGET for B.E. programs.
Infrastructure & Seats: CSE intake significantly increased (~1200 seats including specializations), causing concerns over placement outcomes.
Autonomy & Accreditation: Autonomous since 2008, AICTE & UGC-approved, NAAC A++ accredited.
Established: 1946
Type: Private (autonomous)
Location: Basavanagudi, Bangalore, Karnataka
Campus Size: 11 acres
Accreditations: AICTE, UGC, VTU; NAAC A++
NIRF 2024 (B.Tech): Ranked 151–200 in India (#7 in Bangalore)
IIRF 2024: 9th nationally in engineering
TOI Rankings 2025: 14th in India; 2nd in Bangalore
Undergraduate (B.E./B.Tech)
14 specializations including CSE, ECE, EEE, Civil, Mechanical, AI/ML, Data Science, Biotechnology, Chemical, Aerospace, and IEM.
Fees: ₹2.5–5.0 Lakh for the first year
Postgraduate
M.Tech in core and specialized disciplines (e.g., VLSI, Thermal, Digital Comm) – ₹2–3 LPA/year
MBA, MCA, M.Arch, Ph.D. programs with standard eligibility via CAT/KMAT/GATE/UGC-NET
Undergrad: via KCET (state quota) and COMEDK UGET (state-level private college exam)
Postgrad: through Karnataka PGCET, VTU–GATE, CAT/MAT/KMAT, and UGC NET/SLET for Ph.D.
KCET (General Merit – Round 2)
CSE: Closing ~2,950
AI & Data Science: ~3,306
ECE: ~5,149
Mechanical: ~22,923
Civil: ~49,010
COMEDK UGET (Round 3)
CSE: ~1,365 (GM)
AI & Data Science: ~1,539
ECE: ~3,547
Mechanical: ~12,122
Civil: ~25,598
Placements 2024
Highest Package: ₹50 LPA (domestic)collegedunia.com+4shikshalelo.in+4collegedekho.com+4
Average Package: ₹6–7 LPA across streamsreddit.com+2collegedekho.com+2collegedunia.com+2
Placement Rate: ~62–63% overall; CSE branch with ~86% and avg ~13.4 LPA (per students)
Companies Visited: ~350+ recruits (Microsoft, Samsung, Intel, TCS, Wipro, Bosch, Amazon, etc.)
Total Offers: ~998 in 2024
NIRF 2024: Ranked 151–200 (Engineering)
IIRF 2024: 9th in engineering
TOI 2025: 14th in India (#2 in Bangalore)
Merit- and need-based scholarships, sports-based grants
Government scholarships: National Merit, SC/ST, Kannada Minorities, Defense, PwD
Trust-funded: Kadambri, Brahmin Trust, Ramakrishna Math, HAL, etc.
Campus Facilities
Urban campus opposite Bull Temple, with modern classrooms and well-equipped labs (150+ research scholars, NBA Tier‑I accredited)
Hostel fees: 1st year ~₹2.3 L, subsequent years ~₹1.5 L
Active student life: cultural fest Utsav, technical events every 2 months
Clubs for robotics, coding, entrepreneurship; strong alumni network.
BMSCE - FAQs
Q1: How to get admission into CSE at BMSCE?
A1: Through KCET (closing ~2,950) or COMEDK (closing ~1,365 in GM category).
Q2: What is the placement scenario at BMSCE currently?
A2: Highest ~₹50 LPA, average ₹6–7 LPA, ~62–63% UG placement rate; CSE branch shows higher ratios (~86%, avg ~13 LPA).
Q3: Are seats increased significantly?
A3: Yes, CSE intake has surged (~1200 seats), raising concerns about dilution of placements and mentorship.
Q4: Does BMSCE provide scholarships?
A4: Yes — based on merit, financial need, sports, and minority categories; many government and private trust options.
Q5: Is BMSCE worth it for CSE via management quota?
A5: CSE remains good, but competition is rising with seat expansion. Entry via KCET/COMEDK is preferable over management quota.
