About C. Byregowda Institute of Technology
C. Byregowda Institute of Technology (CBIT) was established in 2009 by C. Byregowda Educational and Cultural Trust, in memory of the late Shri C. Byregowda — Ex-Agriculture Minister, Government of Karnataka and a great visionary. Located at Srinivaspura Road, Thoradevandahalli, Kolar 563101, Karnataka — just 5 km from Kolar city and 60 km from Bengaluru. The 20-acre campus is affiliated to VTU Belagavi and approved by AICTE. NAAC: B++ Grade. Recognised by the Government of Karnataka.
CBIT offers B.E. in 5 specializations and M.Tech in 4 specializations. Total seat capacity: 960 (B.E.) + 72 (M.Tech). Library: 8,517 volumes, 1,871 titles, 50 national + 16 international journals, 505 CDs/DVDs, 15 e-journals, 4 e-books. Lateral entry for B.Tech: not available. M.Tech admissions: GATE or Karnataka PGCET. Annual fest: SAMARPAN. Campus activities: dance, singing, art, literature, anchoring, event management, modelling, drama.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Established | 2009 (C. Byregowda Educational & Cultural Trust) |
| Accreditation | NAAC B++ | AICTE | VTU | GoK |
| Campus | 20 Acres | Srinivaspura Road, Kolar 563101 |
| Distance | 5 km from Kolar | 60 km from Bangalore |
| Total Seats | B.E.: 960 | M.Tech: 72 |
| Library | 8,517 volumes | 50 national + 16 intl journals |
| Annual Fest | SAMARPAN — college cultural festival |
Placement cell: Experienced professors train students from 1st year alongside academics. Placement training builds inbuilt talents for career readiness. Hostels: separate boys and girls, secure with 24/7 security. Sports: outdoor ground + indoor games. Campus: lively, friendly, festivals celebrated with enthusiasm.
Courses and Fees 2026
CBIT offers B.E. in 5 disciplines and M.Tech in 4. Admissions via KCET, COMEDK UGET, Diploma CET (lateral), GATE, PGCET.
| Programme | Fee |
|---|---|
| B.E. (4 Yrs, range) | Rs. 60,000 – 7,50,000 |
| M.Tech (2 Yrs) | Contact institute |
| Branches (B.E.) | CSE | ECE | Civil | Mech | AI & ML |
Eligibility: 10+2 with 40-45% in PCM + KCET/COMEDK. Lateral entry: Diploma CET accepted (M.Tech: GATE/PGCET). No lateral B.Tech entry available. Management quota: direct admission at college.
Placements
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Placement Training | From 1st year | Experienced professor-led |
| Early Recruiters (2012-13) | IFFCO Tokyo, Deccan Hydraulics, ASR Digitech, Span InfoTech |
| Placement Support | Corporate, public sector, entrepreneurship opportunities |
Cutoff
| Exam | Details |
|---|---|
| KCET (GM) | Check KEA official website for latest |
| COMEDK UGET (GM) | Check COMEDK official website |
| M.Tech Admission | GATE | Karnataka PGCET scores |
Recognition
| Body | Status |
|---|---|
| NAAC | B++ Grade |
| AICTE / VTU / GoK | Approved / Affiliated / Recognised |
Campus Facilities
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Campus | 20 acres, 5 km Kolar, 60 km Bangalore |
| Library | 8,517 vols, 50+ national, 16 intl journals, e-resources |
| Hostels | Separate boys & girls, 24/7 security, homelike |
| Sports & Others | Outdoor + indoor games, medical, food, departmental store |
Scholarships
| Scholarship | Details |
|---|---|
| Government Schemes | SC/ST/OBC Karnataka and central government schemes |
Faculty
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Placement Trainers | Experienced professors active in placement training from Year 1 |
| Achievements | Student from CE dept scored 100% in VTU exam (2014) |
Apply to C. Byregowda Institute of Technology Kolar
Admissions open 2026-27. Est 2009 | NAAC B++ | AICTE | VTU | 20 acres | 960 B.E. seats | 5 km Kolar | 60 km Bangalore | SAMARPAN fest.