S.J.C. Institute of Technology – Overview
Sri Jagadguru Chandrashekaranatha Swamiji Institute of Technology (SJCIT), founded in 1986, is one of Karnataka’s top private engineering colleges, located in Chickballapur — approximately 60 km from Bangalore on the NH-7 highway. Affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and approved by AICTE, the college was reaccredited by NAAC for 2023–28 with an A+ grade (3.43/4.0) and holds NBA accreditation for all major UG programmes — CSE, ECE, ISE, Aeronautical, Civil and Mechanical Engineering. SJCIT has been granted autonomous status for 2024–35 and is listed under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956. It is ranked in the NIRF Innovation category 151–300 band.
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Sri Jagadguru Chandrashekaranatha Swamiji Institute of Technology (SJCIT) |
| Established | 1986 |
| Location | P.B. No. 20, B.B. Road, Chickballapur – 562101, Karnataka |
| Type | Private, Autonomous, Co-educational |
| Affiliation | VTU, Belagavi | UGC Section 2(f) |
| Approvals & Accreditation | AICTE | NAAC A+ (3.43/4.0, 2023–28) | NBA (All 6 Major UG Programmes) |
| Autonomous Status | Granted for 2024–35 |
| NIRF Ranking | Innovation Category 151–300 Band (2023–24) |
| Contact | +91-8156-263181 | sjcit1@rediffmail.com | sjcit.ac.in |
Courses & Fees
SJCIT offers BE in 10 specialisations including the unique Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering branches, along with M.Tech, MBA, and MCA at postgraduate level. Admission to BE is through KCET, COMEDK UGET, or JEE Main.
| Course | Fee (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| BE – CSE (1st Year) | INR 32,590 (1st year) | INR 27,100 (2nd–4th year) |
| BE – Aeronautical / Aerospace Engineering | Contact Admissions Office |
| BE – Civil / Mechanical / ECE / ISE / EEE | Contact Admissions Office |
| M.Tech | Via Karnataka PGCET | Contact Admissions Office |
| MBA | Via KMAT / Karnataka PGCET | Contact Admissions Office |
| MCA | Via KMAT / Karnataka PGCET | Contact Admissions Office |
Placements
SJCIT’s placement cell facilitates campus recruitment drives throughout the academic year. The Aeronautical and CSE branches are particularly popular with both core engineering and IT companies. Students receive pre-placement training in aptitude, communication and technical skills.
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Placement Support | Active placement cell with campus drives and industry connect |
| Pre-Placement Training | Aptitude, communication, technical skills, GD/PI training |
| Popular Hiring Sectors | IT/Software, Aerospace, Core Engineering, Manufacturing, Defence |
| Unique Advantage | Only college in Chickballapur with Aeronautical & Aerospace Engineering – strong placement in aviation sector |
Cutoff Ranks 2024
SJCIT accepts KCET and COMEDK UGET for BE admissions. Below are 2024 closing ranks for the General (AI) category across rounds.
| Course / Exam | Closing Rank (General, 2024) |
|---|---|
| KCET – BE CSE (Round 1) | 33,117 |
| KCET – BE CSE (Round 2 Extended) | 43,752 |
| KCET – BE AI & ML (Round 1) | 37,484 |
| KCET – BE Aeronautical Engineering (Round 1) | 52,874 |
| KCET – BE ISE (Round 1) | 47,583 |
| KCET – BE Civil Engineering (Round 1) | 1,16,537 |
| KCET – BE Mechanical (Round 1) | 1,08,268 |
| COMEDK – BE Aeronautical (GM, Round 1) | 89,750 |
| Overall KCET Range (all branches) | 33,117 – 2,54,061 (all rounds) |
Rankings & Accreditation
| Ranking Body | Rank / Recognition |
|---|---|
| NAAC Reaccreditation (2023–28) | A+ Grade | Score: 3.43 / 4.0 |
| NBA Accreditation | All 6 major UG programmes: CSE, ECE, ISE, AE, Civil, Mechanical |
| NIRF Innovation Ranking (2023–24) | 151–300 Band |
| Autonomous Status | Granted by VTU for 2024–35 |
| UGC Recognition | Listed under Section 2(f) of UGC Act, 1956 |
Campus & Infrastructure
| Facility | Details |
|---|---|
| Location Advantage | 60 km from Bangalore on NH-7; easy access from Hyderabad and Bengaluru |
| Laboratories | Well-equipped labs for all branches including Aeronautical wind tunnel and aerospace test equipment |
| Library | Comprehensive collection of technical and management references; digital resources |
| Hostel | Boys and girls hostels available on/near campus |
| Sports | Sports grounds, indoor facilities, and extracurricular activity spaces |
| Autonomous Curriculum | Flexible, industry-aligned syllabus under autonomous status (2024–35) |
Scholarships
| Scholarship | Details |
|---|---|
| Government – SC/ST/OBC | Karnataka Government fee concessions for reserved category students |
| National Scholarship Portal | Students eligible to apply via NSP for central and state scholarships |
| Merit-Based | Fee concessions for high-performing students based on KCET / COMEDK scores |
| Trust / Institutional Support | Support from the parent trust (Sri Jagadguru Chandrashekaranatha Swamiji Trust) for needy students |
Faculty & Academics
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| UG Specialisations | CSE, AI & ML, AI & Data Science, ISE, ECE, Civil, Mechanical, Aeronautical, Aerospace, Computer Science & Design |
| Unique Offering | Aeronautical & Aerospace Engineering — rare among colleges outside Bangalore city |
| PG Programmes | M.Tech, MBA, MCA via GATE / Karnataka PGCET / KMAT |
| Autonomous Curriculum | Industry-aligned, updated syllabi under autonomous status granted for 2024–35 |
| Eligibility – BE | 10+2 with PCM; min. 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST); valid KCET or COMEDK score |
| Eligibility – M.Tech | B.E./B.Tech with min. 50% (45% SC/ST); admission via Karnataka PGCET; GATE preferred |
Apply to SJCIT Chickballapur 2025-26
Admissions open for BE (10 branches incl. Aeronautical & Aerospace), M.Tech, MBA, and MCA. Apply via KCET or COMEDK UGET. NAAC A+ | NBA Accredited | Autonomous 2024–35.