KLE Technological University Hubli

KLE Technological University (Hubballi Campus), formerly known as B.V. Bhoomaraddi College of Engineering and Technology (BVBCET), was founded in 1947 as a pioneer in technical education. Under the direct governance of the Karnatak Lingayat Education (KLE) Society, Belagavi, the institution transitioned in 2015 to become a prestigious State Private University. The university is accredited with NAAC A++ and NBA credentials, serving as the premier tech institute of North Karnataka.

Verification Status

This profile has been enriched utilizing official university disclosures, approved fee circulars, and university-level regulatory submissions:

• Official NIRF Innovation Disclosures: Mapped from the submitted university-level data for NIRF 2024 (Innovation category, ID: IR-I-C-1252).
• Sanctioned Intake Matrices: Sourced directly from AICTE approval documents and KEA seat allocation portals.
• Approved Fee Schedules: Verified against the approved B.E., M.Tech, MBA, and MCA fee schedules for the 2024-25 academic year.

Last verified: May 2026
Next scheduled review: August 2026

Institutional Facts

Sponsoring Society Heritage

The university operates under the direct governance of the Karnatak Lingayat Education (KLE) Society, Belagavi, which administers a massive network of over 290 educational, technical, and medical institutions across India.

Approved Program Intake and Course Offerings

The Hubballi campus hosts a comprehensive academic portfolio offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral streams with a combined sanctioned intake of 2,540 seats:

• Undergraduate Engineering & Architecture (1,880 Seats):
  • Computer Science & Engineering: 480 seats (4-year B.E.)
  • Electronics & Communications: 540 seats (4-year B.E.)
  • Electrical & Electronics: 180 seats (4-year B.E.)
  • Mechanical Engineering: 180 seats (4-year B.E.)
  • Civil Engineering: 120 seats (4-year B.E.)
  • Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence): 120 seats (4-year B.E.)
  • Automation & Robotics: 60 seats (4-year B.E.)
  • Bio Technology: 60 seats (4-year B.E.)
  • Electronics Engineering (VLSI & Design): 60 seats (4-year B.E.)
  • Architecture (B.Arch): 80 seats (5-year duration)
• Undergraduate Non-Engineering Degrees (660 Seats):
  • Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA): 300 seats (3-year duration)
  • BBA: 120 seats (3-year duration)
  • B.Com & B.Com with ACCA: 120 seats (3-year duration)
  • B.Sc Fashion and Apparel Design (FAD): 60 seats (3-year duration)
  • Integrated MCA: 60 seats (5-year duration)
• Postgraduate & Doctoral Offerings: Offers M.Tech in Structural Engineering, M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering, M.Tech in VLSI Design & Embedded Systems, M.Tech in Design Engineering, MBA, MCA, and Ph.D. programs across 12 disciplines.

Academic Programs & Sanctioned Fees

Admissions are administered as per university senate guidelines and KEA seat allocation quotas.

Seat Distribution and Allocation Quota

• B.E. Engineering Programs: Government Quota (45%), COMEDK Quota (30%), and University Management Quota (25%).
• Non-Engineering Degree Programs (BCA, BBA, B.Com): Government Quota (48%) and University Management Quota (72%).

Approved Tuition and Institutional Fee Schedule

The approved annual tuition and specific university/other fees for the academic sessions are structured as follows:

Undergraduate B.E. & B.Arch Fees (Annual)

• CET Aided Quota (B.E.): ₹42,400 (Tuition: ₹15,000 | Reg: ₹3,000 | E-Learning: ₹500 | Govt Specific: ₹590 | KLETECH Specific: ₹1,950 | Other: ₹17,660 | Exam: ₹2,500 | Tools: ₹1,200)
• CET Un-aided Quota (B.E.): ₹89,473 (Tuition: ₹62,073 | Reg: ₹3,000 | E-Learning: ₹500 | Govt Specific: ₹590 | KLETECH Specific: ₹1,950 | Other: ₹17,660 | Exam: ₹2,500 | Tools: ₹1,200)
• COMED-K & Management Quota B.E. (CSE/ECE/EEE/Mech/Civil): ₹229,400 (Tuition: ₹201,960 | Reg: ₹3,000 | E-Learning: ₹500 | Govt Specific: ₹590 | KLETECH Specific: ₹1,950 | Other: ₹17,700 | Exam: ₹2,500 | Tools: ₹1,200)
• COMED-K & Management Quota B.E. (Biotechnology): ₹137,400 (Tuition: ₹110,000 | Reg: ₹3,000 | E-Learning: ₹500 | Govt Specific: ₹590 | KLETECH Specific: ₹1,950 | Other: ₹17,660 | Exam: ₹2,500 | Tools: ₹1,200)
• COMED-K & Management Quota B.E. (Automation & Robotics): ₹187,400 (Tuition: ₹160,000 | Reg: ₹3,000 | E-Learning: ₹500 | Govt Specific: ₹590 | KLETECH Specific: ₹1,950 | Other: ₹17,660 | Exam: ₹2,500 | Tools: ₹1,200)
• COMED-K & Management Quota (B.Arch): ₹238,200 (Tuition: ₹201,960 | Reg: ₹3,000 | E-Learning: ₹500 | Govt Specific: ₹590 | KLETECH Specific: ₹1,950 | Other: ₹17,700 | Exam: ₹2,500 | Tools: ₹7,000 | Nasa: ₹3,000)

Postgraduate Program Fees (Annual)

• M.Tech Programs: ₹111,060 (CET Quota) | ₹151,060 (Management Quota)
• MBA Program: ₹126,060 (CET Quota) | ₹166,060 (Management Quota)
• MCA Program: ₹101,060 (I & II Sem CET) | ₹116,060 (I & II Sem Management)

Placement Trends & Career Outcomes

University-Level Disclosures and Performance

As a unified university, KLE Technological University Hubballi shares centralized student venture incubation and patents pipelines:

• Centralized Placements: Houses strong industrial links, with peak campus placement packages historically reaching ₹46.38 LPA (Amazon) and an average salary baseline of ₹4.50 LPA for technical branches.
• Active Incubation Units: Mapped a rising incubation infrastructure with 5 active units in 2022-23 (3 in 2021-22, 1 in 2020-21).
• DPIIT-Recognized Ventures:
  • Careerboat (DIPP74847): Secured ₹33,00,000 (33 Lakhs) in VC seed funding from Elevate Karnataka and the Startup India Seed Funding Scheme.
  • Excel Innovations (DIPP50417): Secured ₹14,00,000 (14 Lakhs) in MSME innovation grants.
• Government Innovation Funding: Secured a cumulative ₹47 Lakhs in active innovation grants from MSME (₹14 Lakhs), Elevate Karnataka (₹10 Lakhs), and the Startup India Seed Funding Scheme (₹23 Lakhs).

Campus Infrastructure & Innovation Facilities

The university operates on a sprawling 64-acre unified campus in Hubballi, serving as the premier educational center of North Karnataka.

Specialized Research Centers & Incubators

• Advanced Research Laboratories: Home to specialized research wings including the Center for Visual Intelligence (CEVI), Center for Material Science (CMS), and the Electric Vehicle Innovation Center (EVIC).
• Center for AI Research (CAIR): Built at a cost of ₹24 Crores, CAIR provides cutting-edge GPU and TPU computational architectures for visual computing, deep learning, and advanced AI research.
• Academic Integration of Innovation: Integrates mandatory academic core courses like BIDTK158 / 21IDT19 “Innovation and Design Thinking” (1 credit, UG level) across all branches to build student design capabilities.
• Patents Pipeline: Maintains an active intellectual property pipeline with 13 patents published and 3 patents granted between 2020 and 2022.

Student Residential Living & Diversity

• On-Campus Hostels: Separate secure residential hostels on campus accommodate over 1,500+ students, featuring modern dining, recreation, and medical checkup wings.
• Actual Student Strength: Mapped 1,918 students active in the 4-year UG programs (1,124 Male, 794 Female).
• Socioeconomic Diversity: Mapped 50 economically backward students and 1,071 socially challenged (SC+ST+OBC) students receiving state or central tuition fee reimbursements.

Institutional Observations & FAQ

Key Strengths Mapped

1. Iconic 1947 Heritage (BVBCET): A solid foundation of over 75 years of technical excellence provides massive alumni network strength and educational prestige.
2. Reputable NAAC A++ Status: Highest tier of national quality-assurance grading indicates superb educational standards and academic governance.
3. Advanced Research Facilities (CAIR & EVIC): The ₹24 crore CAIR Center and dedicated EVIC labs provide excellent environments for advanced AI and automation research.
4. Robust Startup Incubation: Centralized incubation pipelines successfully securing substantial VC seed funding indicate top-tier support for entrepreneurship.

Growth Bottlenecks Mapped

1. Placement Reporting Transparency: Direct comparative analysis is limited by the lack of recent public 2026/27 audited placement registries and official mandatory disclosure PDFs.
2. Highly Localized Demographics: Student strength shows highly regional enrollment, with 1,907 students from within Karnataka and only 11 students from other states.
3. Competitive Admission Thresholds: Premier branches like CSE and ECE have very competitive closing ranks under the KCET aided quota.

Transparency & Disclosure Status

Regulatory Status Summary

• UGC Status: State Private University (UGC recognized).
• NAAC Accreditation: Accredited with active NAAC A++ status.
• NBA Accreditation: Program-specific NBA accreditations are active across core engineering branches.
• NIRF Ranking Data: Not Applicable / No recent 2026 reports found.

Data Sources

• KLE Technological University Hubballi Campus Official Web Portal
• KLE Technological University NIRF 2024 Innovation Submission (IR-I-C-1252)
• KEA Seat Allocation and Fee Notifications
• All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) Approved Intake Matrices

Official Campus and Contact Information

• Official Campus Address: KLE Technological University, Vidya Nagar, Hubballi - 580031, Karnataka, India.
• Contact Phone Number: +91 836 237 8300
• Official Email Address: info@kletech.ac.in
• Official Web Portal: www.kletech.ac.in/hubballi