RNS Institute of Technology – Overview
RNS Institute of Technology (RNSIT), situated in Channasandra, R.R. Nagar, Bangalore, was established in 2001 and is affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU). It is approved by AICTE, accredited by NAAC with an A+ grade (the highest), and accredited by NBA. Ten of its departments are recognised as R&D centres by VTU. RNSIT is consistently ranked among the top 20 engineering colleges in Bangalore and top 300 in India for B.Tech. The 2025 placement drive saw 1,060 job offers with a highest package of INR 50 LPA.
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Full Name | RNS Institute of Technology (RNSIT) |
| Established | 2001 |
| Location | Dr. Vishnuvardhan Road, RNS Farms Rd, Channasandra, R.R. Nagar, Bengaluru – 560098 |
| Type | Private, Autonomous, Co-educational |
| Affiliation | VTU, Belagavi | UGC Recognised |
| Approvals & Accreditation | AICTE | NAAC A+ | NBA | 10 VTU R&D Centres |
| Programmes | BE (10 specialisations), M.Tech, MBA (7 specialisations), MCA |
| Admission Exams | KCET, COMEDK UGET, JEE Main, GATE, Karnataka PGCET, KMAT, MAT, CAT, GMAT |
Courses & Fees
RNSIT’s flagship programme is BE/B.Tech available across 10 specialisations. At PG level, M.Tech, MBA, and MCA are offered. IBM collaborates with the MBA department.
| Course | Total Fee (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| BE / B.Tech – COMEDK Quota (CSE) | INR 81,330 (total tuition) |
| BE / B.Tech – Management Quota | INR 22.50 Lakhs (total) |
| BE – General Range (all branches) | INR 3.86 – 24 Lakhs (total, varies by quota) |
| MBA / PGDM (7 Specialisations) | INR 9 Lakhs (total) |
| MCA | Contact Admissions Office |
| M.Tech (Multiple Specialisations) | Contact Admissions Office |
Placements
RNSIT’s placement cell has built a strong recruitment ecosystem. The 2025 drive saw 1,060 offers and the highest package reached INR 50 LPA. The 2026 placement drive is currently ongoing with 643 students already placed. The highest internship stipend stands at INR 1.1 Lakh per month.
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Highest Package (2025) | INR 50 LPA |
| Highest Package (2026, ongoing) | INR 20.87 LPA |
| Total Offers (2025) | 1,060 job offers |
| Highest Internship Stipend | INR 1.1 Lakh per month |
| Median Package | INR 5.5 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | Amazon, Wipro, Capgemini, Accenture, LTI, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, IBM, and more |
Cutoff Ranks 2025
RNSIT is highly competitive for KCET and COMEDK UGET. CSE remains the most sought-after branch. Below are 2025 closing ranks for General category.
| Exam / Course | Closing Rank (General, 2025) |
|---|---|
| KCET – BE CSE (Round 3) | 14,842 |
| KCET – BE (All Branches, Round 3) | 14,842 – 40,873 |
| COMEDK – BE (All Branches, Round 3) | 30,222 – 57,487 |
| COMEDK – BE CSE (Last Round) | 42,678 |
| Karnataka PGCET – MBA (General, 2025) | 30,271 |
| KCET – OBC Category (CSE, Round 1) | ~5,086 – 7,554 |
Rankings
| Ranking Body | Rank |
|---|---|
| Collegedunia – B.Tech 2025 | 300th in India | 20th in Bangalore |
| The Week – BE/B.Tech 2025 | 117th in India |
| NAAC Accreditation | A+ Grade (Highest) |
| NBA Accreditation | Multiple UG programmes accredited |
| VTU R&D Recognition | 10 departments recognised as VTU R&D Centres |
Campus & Infrastructure
| Facility | Details |
|---|---|
| Classrooms | Smart classrooms with projectors in every room; Wi-Fi across all floors |
| Laboratories | Advanced labs – cybersecurity, ML tools, drone lab, incubation centre for startups |
| Auditoriums | 2 auditoriums for events and convocations |
| Sports | 2 sports grounds, dedicated basketball court, indoor sports area, gymnasium |
| Library & Hostel | Well-stocked library; separate boys and girls hostels with modern amenities |
| IBM Collaboration | IBM partnership for MBA programme; industry-integrated curriculum |
Scholarships
| Scholarship | Details |
|---|---|
| Merit-Based (Management Quota) | Merit scholarships for students admitted through management and CET quota |
| Government – SC/ST/OBC | Karnataka Government fee concessions via NSP and state schemes |
| National Scholarship Portal | Students eligible for central and state NSP scholarships |
| Sports & Cultural | For students excelling in state/national-level sports or cultural activities |
Faculty & Academics
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| BE Specialisations | CSE, ECE, ISE, Civil, Mechanical, EEE, AI & DS, Cyber Security, Robotics, and more (10 total) |
| MBA Specialisations | 7 specialisations including Marketing, Finance, HR, Operations (IBM collaboration) |
| Autonomous Status | Autonomous institute under VTU; flexible and industry-aligned curriculum |
| Industry Collaborations | IBM, Co-Cubes, Aspiring Minds, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, ISRO (STUDSAT project) |
| Placement Training | Pre-Placement Talks, GD, technical interviews, aptitude workshops throughout the year |
Apply to RNSIT Bangalore 2025-26
Admissions open for BE (10 branches), M.Tech, MBA and MCA. Apply via KCET, COMEDK UGET or JEE Main. NAAC A+ | INR 50 LPA Highest Package | Top 20 in Bangalore.