Naming check first: there is no UGC-listed, independently accredited "BMS University" for engineering. The BMS Educational Trust runs two separate VTU-affiliated colleges — BMS College of Engineering (BMSCE) in Basavanagudi and BMS Institute of Technology & Management (BMSIT&M) in Yelahanka. When a page says "BMS University," it almost always means one of these two — confirm which one before you go any further.
2026 note on management quota: both colleges generally expect a valid KCET, COMEDK UGET, or JEE Main scorecard even for management-quota applicants. A high rank isn't required, but appearing for one of these exams typically is — verify the current-year policy with the college directly.
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Who's actually who
Both colleges share a founding trust but are run, staffed, and accredited independently. Neither is a "university" in the formal Indian sense — both award degrees through Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU).
| Parameter | BMSCE | BMSIT&M |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Bull Temple Road, Basavanagudi | Doddaballapur Road, Yelahanka |
| Affiliation | VTU, Autonomous | VTU, Autonomous |
| Accreditation | NAAC A++, NBA Tier-I | NAAC A, NBA |
| NIRF Engineering band | ~101–200 (year-dependent) | ~201–300 |
| Highest package 2025 | ₹51.5 LPA | ₹46.4 LPA |
| Average package 2025 | ₹11.4 LPA | ₹8.07 LPA |
Seat quota structure 2026
Karnataka's private-college seat allocation applies to both colleges in roughly similar proportions, though the exact split is set annually and can shift with each college's affiliation terms.
| Quota | Approx. share | Route | Who's eligible | Fee level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KCET | ~45% | KEA counselling | Karnataka domicile | Lowest |
| COMEDK | ~30% | COMEDK merit counselling | All-India | Medium |
| Management quota | ~20–25% | Direct, college admissions office | 10+2 PCM + valid scorecard | Highest (branch-wise) |
| NRI / OCI | ~5% | Direct, international division | NRI/OCI/foreign passport | USD-denominated |
Eligibility criteria
| # | Criterion | Requirement | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Academic qualification | 10+2 / Class 12 passed | Physics, Chemistry & Maths (PCM) compulsory |
| 2 | Minimum PCM aggregate | ~45% (40% for SC/ST, per state norms) | Applies to KCET & management quota |
| 3 | Entrance exam | Scorecard generally required | KCET, COMEDK UGET, or JEE Main — confirm current policy |
| 4 | Age | 17 years as on 31 Dec of admission year | Standard AICTE norm |
| 5 | Domicile | Karnataka-only for KCET; open for COMEDK/MQ | Management quota has no state restriction |
| 6 | NRI/foreign nationals | Separate NRI quota | USD-denominated fee, different documentation |
BMS College fee structure 2026 — all quota types
Indicative annual tuition, compiled from recent aggregator listings and each college's own admission notices. Treat as a starting range — always confirm the FRC-approved figure for the exact branch and year with the college directly.
1. BMSCE — Management quota fees, branch-wise
| Branch | Annual MQ Fee | 4-Year Total | Demand |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSE – Computer Science HIGH DEMAND | ~₹9–14 L | ~₹36–56 L | Fills fastest |
| AI & ML | ~₹8–13 L | ~₹32–52 L | Very high |
| CSE – Data Science / AIDS | ~₹7–12 L | ~₹28–48 L | High |
| ECE / Aerospace | ~₹6–11 L | ~₹24–44 L | Moderate–high |
| EEE / Mechanical | ~₹4–9 L | ~₹16–36 L | Moderate |
| Civil / Biotechnology / Chemical | ~₹3–8 L | ~₹12–32 L | Available |
2. BMSIT&M — Management quota fees, branch-wise
| Branch | Annual MQ Fee | 4-Year Total |
|---|---|---|
| CSE / ISE / AI&ML HIGH DEMAND | ~₹4–6.5 L | ~₹16–26 L |
| ECE / ETE | ~₹3.5–5.5 L | ~₹14–22 L |
| EEE / Mechanical / Civil | ~₹2.5–4 L | ~₹10–16 L |
3. COMEDK fees — both colleges (indicative)
| College | CSE / AI branches | Core branches |
|---|---|---|
| BMSCE | ~₹3.0 L/yr | ~₹2.2 L/yr |
| BMSIT&M | ~₹2.5–4 L/yr | ~₹2–3 L/yr |
4. KCET fees — both colleges (indicative)
| College | Aided (where applicable) | Unaided |
|---|---|---|
| BMSCE | ~₹44,000/yr | ~₹83,500/yr |
| BMSIT&M | — | ~₹85,000 – 2.1 L/yr |
5. CSE, all routes compared
| Route | BMSCE | BMSIT&M | Rank/scorecard needed |
|---|---|---|---|
| KCET (unaided) | ~₹83,500/yr | ~₹85,000–2.1 L/yr | Competitive Karnataka rank |
| COMEDK | ~₹3.0 L/yr | ~₹2.5–4 L/yr | All-India rank, moderately competitive |
| Management quota | ~₹9–14 L/yr | ~₹4–6.5 L/yr | No high rank — scorecard usually still needed |
A one-time development/admission fee is typically charged in addition to annual tuition across all routes at both colleges — get this itemised in writing before paying anything.
Step-by-step admission process
- Appear in KCET, COMEDK, or JEE Main first
Both colleges generally expect a valid scorecard even for management-quota applicants — confirm the current-year policy directly with the admissions office.
- Contact the college's own admissions office
BMSCE: Director (Admissions), International Division. BMSIT&M: BMS Trust Office or BMSIT Admissions Enquiry — see the official contacts card in the sidebar.
- Ask for the FRC-approved fee order in writing
This is a public regulatory document; a legitimate office will share it without hesitation.
- Submit your application with mark sheets and scorecard
Include Class 10 & 12 mark sheets, TC, migration certificate (if from outside Karnataka), and category certificate if applicable.
- Attend document verification on campus
A compliance step, not a merit round — bring all originals.
- Pay only against an official receipt
Never route payment through a personal account or an unregistered "admission agent."
- Complete enrollment and VTU registration
This is what makes your seat official with the affiliating university, not just the college.
Documents checklist
| # | Document | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Class 10 mark sheet & certificate | Date of birth, school completion proof |
| 2 | Class 12 mark sheet (final/provisional) | PCM eligibility verification |
| 3 | Class 12 passing certificate | Course completion proof |
| 4 | KCET / COMEDK / JEE Main scorecard | Typically required, even for management quota |
| 5 | Transfer certificate (TC) | Mandatory for enrollment |
| 6 | Migration certificate | Students coming from outside Karnataka |
| 7 | Caste/category certificate | SC/ST/OBC reservation categories, if applicable |
| 8 | Passport photographs | Application & ID purposes |
| 9 | Aadhaar/photo ID (student + parent) | Identity verification |
| 10 | NRI/OCI card + passport | NRI quota applicants only |
Placements 2025
| BMSCE — Branch | Students placed | Total offers | Top package |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSE | 167 | 242 | ₹51.5 LPA |
| Information Science | 157 | 202 | ₹45 LPA |
| AI & ML | 91 | 137 | ₹40 LPA |
| ECE | 153 | 218 | ₹35 LPA |
| Mechanical | 67 | 78 | ₹18 LPA |
| Civil | 21 | 24 | ₹12 LPA |
| TOTAL 2025 | 968 | 1,307 | ₹51.5 LPA |
| BMSIT&M — Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Students placed | 658 (901 offers) |
| Companies visited | 203 |
| Highest package | ₹46.4 LPA |
| Average package | ₹8.07 LPA |
| Median package | ₹6 LPA |
| Strongest branches | CSE, ISE, AI&ML, ETE |
"Highest package" reflects one or two outlier offers, not a typical graduate's salary — the average/median rows are the more realistic planning number.
BMS vs RVCE vs PES University — management quota, CSE
| Parameter | BMSCE | BMSIT&M | RVCE | PES University |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | VTU Autonomous | VTU Autonomous | VTU Autonomous | Private University |
| NAAC grade | A++ | A | A++ | A+ |
| CSE MQ annual fee | ~₹9–14 L | ~₹4–6.5 L | ~₹2.5–4 L | ~₹20–22 L |
| Highest package 2025 | ₹51.5 LPA | ₹46.4 LPA | ₹65+ LPA | ₹68 LPA |
| Degree awarded | VTU | VTU | VTU | PES Univ. |
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