Here are the other details regarding admission to the Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) for the wide range of courses offered by the university and colleges affiliated with the university. The updates and essential information for the students.
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Undergraduate Programs (B.Tech/B.E.)
General Eligibility:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have completed 10+2 (Higher Secondary) education from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects.
- Minimum Marks: A minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST candidates) in the qualifying examination is required.
- Entrance Exam: Admission is based on the Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET) or the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main). Some seats are also filled through the management quota.
Special Eligibility for Lateral Entry:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have completed a diploma in engineering or technology from a recognised institution.
- Minimum Marks: A minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST candidates) in the diploma course is required.
- Entrance Exam: Admission is based on the Lateral Entry Test conducted by VTU or equivalent entrance tests.
Postgraduate Programs (M.Tech/M.S.)
General Eligibility:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have completed a Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology or equivalent from a recognised university.
- Minimum Marks: A minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST candidates) in the undergraduate degree is required.
- Entrance Exam: Admission is typically based on the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) score. Some programs may also have their own entrance tests or criteria.
Special Eligibility for Management Quota:
- Educational Qualification: Same as general eligibility.
- Minimum Marks: Minimum marks criteria may vary depending on the institution.
- Entrance Exam: Management quota seats may not require an entrance exam, but selection is based on merit and sometimes on an interview.
3. Doctoral Programs (Ph.D.)
General Eligibility:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant field from a recognised university.
- Minimum Marks: A minimum of 55% aggregate marks (50% for SC/ST candidates) in the Master's degree is required.
- Entrance Exam: Admission is based on the VTU Research Entrance Test (RET) and an interview. Candidates with UGC NET/JRF or equivalent qualifications may be exempt from the entrance test.
Special Eligibility for Sponsored Candidates:
- Educational Qualification: Same as general eligibility.
- Additional Requirement: Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of work experience in a relevant field. Sponsorship from an organisation is required.
4. International Students
General Eligibility:
- Educational Qualification: International candidates must have equivalent educational qualifications as per Indian standards.
- Minimum Marks: Similar to Indian students, but eligibility criteria might be relaxed based on the country of origin.
- Entrance Exam: International students may be exempt from entrance exams, but they must meet specific criteria set by VTU.
Undergraduate and Postgraduate Eligibility Table
| Program | Eligibility Criteria | Minimum Marks Required | Entrance Exam |
| B.Tech/B.E. | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 45% (40% for SC/ST) | KCET, JEE Main, Management Quota |
| M.Tech/M.S. | Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology | 50% (45% for SC/ST) | GATE , Program-Specific Entrance Tests |
| Ph.D. | Master's degree in relevant field | 55% (50% for SC/ST) | VTU RET, Interview |
| International | Equivalent qualifications, may vary | Varies by country | May be exempt |