About Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering
Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering (VVCE) Mysore is one of Karnataka’s premier engineering colleges, established in 1997 by Vidyavardhaka Sangha. Located at P.B. No.206, Kannada Sahitya Parishat Road, Gokulam III Stage, Mysuru 570002, the college is situated 4 km from Mysore Railway Station.
VVCE is an autonomous institution affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) Belagavi, approved by AICTE and UGC New Delhi. The college holds NAAC A Grade accreditation and NBA accreditation for six undergraduate programmes (CSE, ISE, ME, EEE, ECE, Civil). VVCE is recognized by the Government of Karnataka.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Established | 1997 |
| Type | Private Autonomous College |
| Affiliated To | VTU Belagavi (Autonomous) |
| Approved By | AICTE | UGC |
| Accreditation | NAAC A | NBA (6 Programmes) |
| Campus Size | 23 Acres |
| Students | 3900+ |
| Contact | vvce.ac.in |
VVCE’s 23-acre green campus features library, modern laboratories, auditorium, separate boys and girls hostels, cafeteria, sports facilities, gym, medical centre, Wi-Fi connectivity, and 9 research centres for PhD programmes. Principal Dr. B. Sadashive Gowda has rich experience in industry and education.
Courses and Fees 2026
VVCE offers 7 undergraduate B.E. programmes, M.Tech in 2 specializations, MBA, MCA, and Ph.D programmes. Admissions are based on KCET, COMEDK UGET, Karnataka PGCET, GATE, and KMAT exams.
| Programme | Seats / Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| B.E. Computer Science Engineering | 240 seats | Rs. 1.12 L – 21 L/year |
| B.E. Information Science | 240 seats | Rs. 1.12 L – 21 L/year |
| B.E. CSE (AI & ML) | 120 seats | Rs. 1.12 L – 21 L/year |
| B.E. Electronics Communication | 180 seats | Rs. 1.12 L – 21 L/year |
| B.E. Electrical & Electronics | 60 seats | Rs. 1.12 L – 21 L/year |
| B.E. Mechanical Engineering | 120 seats | Rs. 1.12 L – 21 L/year |
| B.E. Civil Engineering | 60 seats | Rs. 1.12 L – 21 L/year |
| M.Tech / MBA / MCA | Contact Institute |
Admission Process: For B.E., candidates need 10+2 with 45% in PCM. Admissions via KCET or COMEDK UGET. For M.Tech, GATE or Karnataka PGCET required. For MBA, KMAT/PGCET/CMAT scores accepted. Eligibility for M.Tech: UG degree with 45% marks.
Placements 2024
VVCE Training and Placement (TAP) Department maintains strong industry connections with over 100 recruitment partners. The placement cell conducts personality development, soft skills training, counseling, and entrepreneurship programmes.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Placement Rate | 70% – 86% |
| Highest Package | Rs. 41.3 LPA |
| B.Tech Median Package | Rs. 4.5 LPA |
| PG Median Package | Rs. 5.8 LPA |
| Recruitment Partners | 100+ |
Top Recruiters: Brillio, Capgemini, Infosys, L&T Infotech, Mphasis, NTT DATA, HP, IBM, TCS, Wipro, EY, Mindtree, Harman, KEC
The TAP cell organizes group discussions, mock interviews, technical workshops, and placement drives throughout the year. Strong industry partnerships include Wuerth Elektronik, Apple, Infosys Campus Connect, and Sarnia Technologies providing practical experience.
Cutoff 2025
VVCE cutoff ranks for B.E. admissions vary by entrance exam, branch, quota, and category. As an autonomous premier college in Mysore, VVCE maintains competitive cutoffs.
KCET 2025 Cutoff (Indicative)
| Branch | Closing Rank Range |
|---|---|
| Computer Science Engineering | 6,737 – 17,575 |
| CSE (AI & ML) | 18,174 – 22,380 |
| Information Science | 19,847 – 28,845 |
| Electronics Communication | 25,000 – 40,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 35,000 – 55,000 |
| Civil Engineering | 50,000 – 95,132 |
COMEDK UGET 2024 Cutoff (Indicative)
| Branch | Closing Rank Range |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | 8,565 – 37,542 |
| Information Science | 30,361 – 60,096 |
| Electronics Communication | 27,836 – 63,979 |
Note: Cutoff ranks vary by category and quota. Expected KCET 2026 cutoffs range from 16,185 to 38,303 for different branches. Check official websites for latest cutoff information.
Rankings and Recognition
VVCE has earned prestigious national rankings and recognitions for academic excellence, infrastructure, and placement records.
| Recognition Body | Ranking/Status |
|---|---|
| NIRF 2024 Engineering | #251-300 |
| The Week 2021 | #154 All India | #20 Karnataka |
| QS I-Gauge | Gold Rating |
| NAAC Accreditation | A Grade |
| Karnataka Govt Award | Best College 2011-12 |
| VTU Status | Autonomous Institution |
Campus Facilities
VVCE’s 23-acre green campus provides world-class infrastructure with all modern amenities for academic excellence and student development.
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Library | Comprehensive collection, digital resources |
| Laboratories | Modern equipment, dept-wise labs |
| Hostels | Boys: Rs. 78k | Girls: Rs. 73k/year |
| Hostel Facilities | Mess, laundry, gym, 24/7 facilities |
| Research Centres | 9 Ph.D research centres |
| Others | Auditorium, sports, cafeteria, medical |
Scholarships 2026
VVCE provides Rs. 20 Lakh per annum in scholarships to needy and deserving students. Multiple government and institutional scholarships are available.
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| VVCE Institutional | Rs. 20L/year for deserving students |
| SC/ST Scholarship | Income below Rs. 10 Lakh |
| Ishan Uday | North Eastern Region students |
| AICTE Pragati | Girl students in technical programs |
| AICTE Saksham | Differently-abled students |
| PG Merit Scholarship | University rank holders |
Apply through respective portals or VVCE scholarship office. Required documents: marks cards, income certificate, caste certificate where applicable, and bank details.
Faculty
VVCE has highly qualified and experienced faculty including 45 Ph.D. holders and 75 Ph.D. scholars. Principal Dr. B. Sadashive Gowda (Ph.D. IISc) brings rich industry and educational experience.
| Department | Key Faculty |
|---|---|
| Principal | Dr. B. Sadashive Gowda (IISc) |
| Electronics | Dr. D.J. Ravi, Dr. T.P. Surekha |
| Electrical & Electronics | Dr. Shobha Shankar, Dr. Yuvaraju B.N. |
| Other Departments | Dr. G.B. Krishnappa, Dr. H.S. Dayananda |
| Total Qualified | 45 Ph.D. + 75 Ph.D. scholars |
Faculty members actively engage in research, conduct workshops, industrial visits, and project exhibitions. VVCE provides free incubation facility and industry mentoring for student entrepreneurship initiatives.
Apply to VVCE Mysore
Admissions open for 2026-27. Apply through KCET or COMEDK UGET. Autonomous college with NAAC A Grade.