About KLE College of Engineering and Technology
KLE College of Engineering and Technology (KLECET), established in 2008 by KLE Society, is located at Banantikodi Road, Chikodi 591201, Belagavi District, Karnataka — approximately 70 km from Belagavi. The campus covers 16 acres at the foot of hillocks on the outskirts of Chikodi town, a strong educational hub enjoying a salubrious climate throughout the year. KLECET is affiliated to VTU Belagavi, approved by AICTE, and accredited by NAAC with Grade B+.
Established with the objective of imparting quality technical education to rural youth, KLECET is a self-financed, non-minority college offering B.E. in 5 specializations, MCA, and MBA. The institute has state-of-the-art infrastructure and modern facilities, offering scholarships based on merit, national/state exam scores, and extracurricular achievements.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Established | 2008 (KLE Society) |
| Accreditation | NAAC B+ | AICTE | VTU |
| Campus | 16 Acres | Foot of hillocks, Chikodi |
| Location | Chikodi, Belagavi Dist | 70 km from Belagavi |
| Trust | KLE Society (runs KLE Tech University) |
| Vision | Quality technical education for rural youth |
Courses and Fees 2026
| Programme | Total Fee |
|---|---|
| B.E. (5 Branches, 4 Yrs) | Rs. 8.24 Lakhs |
| 1st Year Annual Fee (CSE) | Rs. 2.06 Lakhs |
| MCA (2 Yrs) | Rs. 1.28 Lakhs |
| MBA (2 Yrs) | Rs. 1.28 Lakhs |
| Branches | CSE, AI & Data Science, ECE, Mech, Civil |
Eligibility: 10+2 with 45% in PCM + KCET/COMEDK. MBA: graduation 50% + PGCET/KMAT/CAT. MCA: PGCET/GATE. Merit-based scholarships available.
Placements
KLECET placement cell provides training and industry exposure. Admissions for 2025 batch recently concluded. Placement report expected post graduation season.
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Placement Support | Training + campus drives | KLE network advantage |
| KLE Society Advantage | Same society as KLE Tech University (NIRF 151-200) |
Cutoff 2023-24
| Exam | Closing Rank |
|---|---|
| KCET 2023 (GM) | 29,373 – 1,98,176 |
| PGCET 2023 MBA (GM) | 11,194 – 18,443 |
| COMEDK 2024 (GM) | 31,524 – 70,046 |
Recognition
| Body | Status |
|---|---|
| NAAC | B+ Grade |
| AICTE / VTU | Approved & Affiliated |
Campus Facilities
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Campus | 16 acres, foot of hillocks, salubrious climate |
| Infrastructure | State-of-the-art labs, smart classrooms, library |
Scholarships
| Scholarship | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Merit-Based | National/State level exam scores + college test |
| Extracurricular | Students with significant extracurricular achievements |
Faculty
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Quality | World-class, highly qualified engineering faculty |
Apply to KLECET Chikodi
Admissions open 2026-27. Est 2008 | NAAC B+ | KLE Society | 16 acres | BE ₹8.24L | MCA/MBA ₹1.28L | KCET 2023: 29,373-1,98,176.