VTU Bangalore offers many programs through its affiliated, autonomous, and constituent colleges, along with its PG centers. For the 2026–27 academic year, these programs are divided into three levels: undergraduate, postgraduate, and research. Popular VTU Bangalore courses include BTech, MTech, and MBA programmes. The VTU Bangalore fee structure varies based on the program and level of study, with the university registration fee for first-year undergraduate programs starting at around INR 7,720.
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VTU Bangalore UG Courses and Fees
Visvesvaraya Technological University Bangalore offers a wide range of undergraduate courses such as BE/BTech, BArch, and BCA. The VTU Bangalore fees for undergraduate programmes vary based on the course, category, and admission quota. For Indian (Karnataka) students, the first-year university registration fee ranges from INR 7,720 for BE/BTech to INR 8,220 for the BArch programme, with Non-Karnataka and Foreign national candidates paying a higher slab.
Admission to these programmes is mainly based on merit in the qualifying examination along with valid entrance test scores as required. BE/BTech eligibility requires 10+2 (PCM) or equivalent with relevant subjects and a valid KCET or COMEDK score, while BArch eligibility requires 10+2 with Mathematics and a valid NATA/JEE Paper 2 score.
Below is the fee structure for the major VTU Bangalore undergraduate courses.
| Course (Duration) | Specializations | Eligibility | University Registration Fee (1st Year – Karnataka Students) |
| BE / BTech: Regular Entry (4 Years) | CSE, AI & Data Science, ECE, Mechanical, Civil | 10+2 (PCM) with a valid KCET / COMEDK score | INR 7,720 (+ INR 1,720/year thereafter) |
| BE / BTech: Lateral Entry (3 Years) | CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil | Diploma in Engineering | INR 7,220 (+ INR 1,720/year thereafter) |
| BArch (5 Years) | - | 10+2 with Mathematics and a valid NATA / JEE Paper 2 score | INR 8,220 (+ INR 1,720/year thereafter) |
| BCA (3 Years) | - | 10+2 | Approx. INR 77,250 (total course) |
Note: Non-Karnataka candidates pay INR 9,220 (BTech) and foreign national candidates pay INR 19,220 (BTech) in the first year, plus the same INR 1,720/year thereafter. Affiliated-college tuition, hostel, and mess charges are separate from this university registration fee and vary by institute.
VTU Bangalore PG Courses and Fees
Visvesvaraya Technological University Bangalore offers a variety of postgraduate courses that include MTech, MBA, MCA, and MArch. The VTU Bangalore fees for PG programmes for Karnataka-quota students start at INR 7,970/year for MTech. MTech eligibility requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with a valid GATE or PGCET score, while MBA and MCA eligibility requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with a valid PGCET/KMAT or PGCET score, respectively.
Below is the detailed fee structure for major VTU Bangalore postgraduate courses:
| Course (Duration) | Specializations | Eligibility | University Registration Fee (1st Year) |
| MTech (2 Years) | CSE, VLSI Design and Embedded Systems, AI & Data Science | Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with a valid GATE / PGCET score | INR 7,970/year (Karnataka) · INR 19,470/year (Others) |
| MBA (2 Years) | Finance, Marketing, HR, Digital Marketing | Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with a valid PGCET / KMAT score | INR 11,000/year (Government Quota) · up to INR 1.74 Lakh (Management Quota) |
| MCA (2 Years) | - | Bachelor's degree with Mathematics and a valid PGCET score | Approx. INR 1,77,000 (total course) |
| MArch (2 Years) | - | BArch with a valid GATE / PGCET score | As per VTU notification |
VTU Bangalore PhD Courses and Fees
Visvesvaraya Technological University Bangalore offers PhD programs in fields like Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, and Civil Engineering. Candidates must have a postgraduate degree in a relevant subject and must qualify the VTU Research Ability Test (Eligibility Test for Research), as per university norms.
| Course | Duration | Specializations | Eligibility | Fee (1st Year) |
| PhD | 3–5 Years | CSE, Electrical, Civil, Management Studies, Mathematics | Postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline with a valid VTU Research Ability Test score | INR 97,100 + INR 1,500 registration |
VTU Bangalore Diploma Courses and Fees
Visvesvaraya Technological University, through its Bangalore centers and affiliated colleges, offers PG Diploma courses such as Industrial Safety Management. Certificate courses (6 weeks to 1 year) are also available for enrolled UG/PG students, mostly free or as per scheme. Official diploma course fees are notified separately by VTU each academic year.
| Course | Duration | Specializations | Eligibility |
| PG Diploma | 1 Year | Industrial Safety Management | Graduation in a relevant discipline |
| Certificate Courses | 6 Weeks – 1 Year | Various | Enrolled UG/PG students |
Note: Fees are indicative and based on official VTU notifications; always verify the latest figures on the official VTU fee page before applying.
VTU Bangalore Courses and Fees FAQs
What are VTU Bangalore fees for engineering programmes overall?
VTU's engineering-related program fees range from INR 10,620 for BTech to INR 10,810 for MTech in the 1st year. Actual tuition varies by the specific VTU-affiliated college a student joins.
What is the VTU Bangalore MBA fee structure?
The VTU MBA fee is INR 10,810 for the 1st year, with admission based on a valid KMAT score and a relevant bachelor's degree.
What is the VTU Bangalore MCA fee structure?
The VTU MCA fee is INR 10,810 for the 1st year, with admission based on a valid PGCET score and a bachelor's degree with Mathematics.
What is the VTU Bangalore MTech fee structure?
The VTU MTech fee is INR 10,810 for the 1st year, covering specializations like CSE and VLSI Design and Embedded Systems, with admission based on a valid PGCET or GATE score.
What are VTU exam fees?
VTU exam fees are charged separately from tuition and vary by semester and program. Candidates can check the exact amount on the official VTU website under the examination section.
How do I pay VTU Bangalore fees online?
VTU fees, including exam fees, can be paid online through the official VTU website using the student login and payment gateway options provided during registration or exam form submission.
What is the VTU revaluation fee?
VTU charges a separate fee per subject for revaluation requests, payable online through the official VTU portal within the specified window after result declaration. The exact amount is notified each semester.
How do I download the VTU fee payment receipt?
After paying fees online through the VTU portal, students can download the payment receipt directly from their student login dashboard for future reference or submission requirements.
Is there a late fee for VTU exam form submission?
Yes. VTU charges an additional late fee if the exam form is submitted after the regular deadline, with the amount increasing further for submissions during the extended or last-chance window.
