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The COMEDK UGET 2026 registration process has started for SJCIT admission to the BE/BTech programme. The last date to register is Mar 16, 2026. Also, the COMEDK UGET exam 2026 will be held on May 9, 2026.

A few more updates are given below:

The KMAT Karnataka 2026 session 1 registration process for admission to MBA/PGDM and MCA courses is expected to begin in Feb 2026.
The Karnataka PGCET 2026 exam for admission to the MBA and MCA courses will be held on May 14, 2026. For the ME/MTech course, the exam is scheduled for May 23, 2026.
The last date to register for the KCET 2026 for admission to the BE/BTech course has been revised. Candidates can now register till Feb 22, 2026. The KCET exam 2026 will be held on Apr 23 and Apr 24, 2026.
The GATE 2026 exam for admission to ME/MTech courses has concluded. Results are scheduled for release on Mar 19, 2026.

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SJC Institute of Technology Courses & Fees 2025

SJC Institute of Technology caters to students with different career objectives by offering a wide range of courses. The courses are offered in a well-structured curriculum, which is essential for students to be industry-ready. Some of the courses offered at SJC Institute of Technology are B.E. / B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech and MBA/PGDM, and more. Candidates can find below the S J C Institute of Technology courses, including their eligibility and fees:

Courses	Tuition Fees	Eligibility
B.E. / B.Tech(13 courses)	1.1 L - 13 LGet Fee Details	10+2 : 45 % Exams : COMEDK UGET KCET
MBA/PGDM(1 course)	3.8 LGet Fee Details	Graduation : 50 % Exams : KMAT Karnataka PGCET+1 More
M.E./M.Tech(6 courses)	59.7 K - 2.4 LGet Fee Details	Graduation : 50 % Exams : Karnataka PGCET GATE

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Q: Which courses does S J C Institute of Technology offer to students?

S J C Institute of Technology has courses such as B.Tech, MCA, M.E./M.Tech, MBA/PGDM to offer. These courses are in the stream of Engineering, IT & Software, Business & Management Studies. S J C Institute of Technology has specializations such as B.Tech specializations in Aeronautical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Civil Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, M.E./M.Tech specializations in Electronics Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, Structural Engineering, MBA/PGDM specializations in Finance.

Q: What is the eligibility for MBA admission at SJC Institute of Technology?

For admission in a MBA programme at SJC Institute of Technology, the aspirant must fulfil the course-specific eligibility criteria. Thus, only the aspirants who have passed graduation with a 50% aggregate (45% for SC / ST & Category-I only for Karnataka students) are eligible for admission. In addition, students should have passed the qualifying examination from a recognised board.

Q: Do you feel safe and comfortable on SJC Institute of Technology campus at all hours?

Yes, students feel safe and comfortable on SJC Institute of Technology campus at all hours. The college has a state-of-the-art infrastructure and is spread across 64 acre of land. SJC Institute of Technology campus, in the past, collaborated with the Upagraha Amateur Radio Club (UpARC) and AMSAT at ISRO's UR Rao Satellite Centre.

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Q: What is the fee for various courses at SJC Institute of Technology?

The below-mentioned is the tuition fee for various programmes at SJC Institute of Technology:

Courses	Tuition Fees
BE/ BTech	1.1 L - 13 L
MBA/PGDM	3.8 L
ME/MTech	59.7 K - 2.4 L

Q: What is the SJC Institute of Technology ranking?

SJC Institute of Technology rankings 2025 will be updated here once out. The college has been ranked by several ranking bodies, such as Times and others. The below mentioned are the SJC Institute of Technology rankings:

Ranking Body	Ranks
Dataquest Survey on All India Top Private T-Schools 2024	49
Dataquest Survey on All India Top 100 T-Schools Employability Index 2024	56
Times 2024 for BTech	161

SJC Institute of Technology
Admission dates 2026

B.E. / B.Tech Admissions 2026

13 Courses3 years-4 years

Eligibility

10+2 with 45% aggregate
Accepting Exams: COMEDK UGET, KCET

Important dates

Dates	Events
16 Jan '26 - 22 Feb '26	KCET Application Form 2026Ongoing
24 Feb '26	Last date to pay application fee
3 Feb '26 - 16 Mar '26	COMEDK Application Form 2026Ongoing

MBA/PGDM Admissions 2026

1 Course2 years

Eligibility

Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
Accepting Exams: KMAT, Karnataka PGCET, CMAT

Important dates

Dates	Events
Apr '26	Karnataka PGCET RegistrationTentative

M.E./M.Tech Admissions 2026

6 Courses2 years

Eligibility

Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
Accepting Exams: Karnataka PGCET, GATE

Important dates

Dates	Events
Feb '26-Mar '26	GATE 2026 Raising ObjectionsTentative
19 Mar '26	GATE 2026 results
Mar '26	GATE 2026 Final Answer KeyTentative

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B.E. / B.Tech

13 Courses

4.0(54)3 - 4 years#141 Times

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Median Salary

₹4.6 LPA

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₹1.05 L - 13 L

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MBA/PGDM

1 Course2 years

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₹3.8 L

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M.E./M.Tech

6 Courses

4.5(3)2 years

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4.0

Total Tuition Fees

₹59.69 K - 2.4 L

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B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering

3.94 years#141 TimesDegree by Visvesvaraya Technological University

Seats Offered

180

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Median Salary

– / –

Total Tuition Fees

₹13 L

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B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering

4.34 years#141 TimesDegree by Visvesvaraya Technological University

Seats Offered

180

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Total Tuition Fees

₹7.8 L

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B.E. in Mechanical Engineering

4.34 years#141 TimesDegree by Visvesvaraya Technological University

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₹5 L

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B.E. in Telecommunication Engineering

3.64 years#141 TimesDegree by Visvesvaraya Technological University

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₹3.86 L

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B.E. in Information Science and Engineering

4.04 years#141 TimesDegree by Visvesvaraya Technological University

Seats Offered

120

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Total Tuition Fees

₹11 L

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B.E. in Civil Engineering

3.04 years#141 TimesDegree by Visvesvaraya Technological University

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₹4.4 L

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B.E. in Aeronautical Engineering

3.64 years#141 TimesDegree by Visvesvaraya Technological University

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₹7.6 L

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Master of Business Administration (MBA)

2 yearsDegree by Visvesvaraya Technological University

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Total Tuition Fees

₹3.8 L

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M.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering

4.52 yearsDegree by Visvesvaraya Technological University

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Total Tuition Fees

₹2.4 L

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Bachelors of Engineering (B.E.) (Lateral Entry)

3 years#141 TimesDegree by Visvesvaraya Technological University

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– / –

Exams Accepted

– / –

Median Salary

₹4.6 LPA

Total Tuition Fees

₹1.05 L

B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science

4 years#141 Times

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Exams Accepted

Median Salary

– / –

Total Tuition Fees

₹11 L

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B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

4.34 years#141 Times

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Total Tuition Fees

₹12 L

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Q: Is SJC Institute of Technology good in terms of placements?

Yes, SJC Institute of Technology has a decent record of placements for courses like MBA, BTech, MCA, etc. As per the latest report, 87 recruiters visited the campus for SJC Institute of Technology placement 2025, and offered over 684 jobs to the students of the batch 2025. The key highlights of SJC Institute of Technology placements for the Class of 2025 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2025)
the highest package	INR 12 LPA
Average package	INR 4.5 LPA
Total recruiters	87
Total offers	684
Total single job offers	449
Placement rate	89%

Q: What are the latest placements stats of SJC Institute of Technology?

The key highlights of SJC Institute of Technology placements for the Class of 2025 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2025)
the highest package	INR 12 LPA
Average package	INR 4.5 LPA
Total recruiters	87
Total offers	684
Total single job offers	449
Placement rate	89%

Q: What documents do I need to apply for SJC Institute of Technology admission?

Candidates can apply online for the course of their choice at SJC Institute of Technology. Below are the documents required for registration:

Class 10 and Class 12 marksheet
Graduation marksheet (If required)
School Leaving Certificate
Transfer Certificate
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Q: How to apply for SJC Institute of Technology?

SJC Institute of Technology application window opens online on the official website of the institute. Below are the steps to apply for SJCIT admission:

STEP 1: Visit the official website of SJC Institute of Technology.

STEP 2: Fill out the form.

STEP 3: Complete and submit it.

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Placements3.7

Infrastructure4.2

Faculty & Course4.2

Campus Life4.1

Value for Money3.9

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Companies like TCS, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, Amazon, Flipkart, Robert Bosch, HCL, etc., visit the college to hire the students.

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Rarely the companies visit to recruit the students of mechanical and civil branches.

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B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning - Batch of 2026

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Positive AI&ML learning experience at SJCIT.

Placements: For the AI and ML Batch at SJC Institute of Technology, about 70 to 80% of students are placed. The highest package is 9 to 10 LPA, the average is 5 to 7 LPA, and the lowest is around 3 to 4 LPA. Top recruiters include TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Accenture and Capgemini. Around 50 to 60% students got internships, mainly in AI&ML, data analytics, and software roles.

Infrastructure: The college has the necessary infrastructure for the AI & ML department. SJC Institute of Technology Provide well-equipped AI and M Laboratories with system support, Python, machine learning frameworks, and data analytics tools. Classrooms have projectors and smart teaching aids. The library offers technical books, journals, and digital resources relevant to AI and ML, and data science. Campus Wi-Fi supports academic work, and basic sports and hostel facilities are available and maintained.

Faculty: The faculty members of the AI & ML department at SJC Institute of Technology are helpful, qualified and knowledgeable with good teaching quality and Practical explanation. The AI&ML Curriculum is relevant and covers core industry-oriented topics, helping students build a strong foundation. Semester exams are moderately difficult, and the passing percentage is generally higher at around 90%.

Other: That AIML course at SJC Institute of Technology offers good value for money, with a reasonable fee and a supportive learning environment. I chose AI&ML because of its Industry demand and future scope. The course provides strong fundamentals through labs, projects, and practical exposure in AI&ML. The campus crowd is friendly and academically focused, with active participation in AI&ML workshops, technical events, fests and sports. Campus surroundings are calm and safe, but city connectivity can be improved. Scholarships and extracurricular activities help in overall student development.

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025Read More

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B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2026

4.4

3Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

Good infrastructure and well-qualified teachers.

Placements: Almost 38% of students got placed in my course The highest package is 8 LPA. The lowest is 3 LPA. The average package is 4 LPA. Top companies are Wipro and Infosys. Almost 47% of students got internships and companies were out of campus. There is good employment and well trained.

Infrastructure: Facilities and infrastructure are available. Wi-Fi is super. The lab facilities are very good. There is a large space. Many systems are there so that everyone can use them in labs. There is a big and silent library with all books. The quality of the hostel is good. We have food and medical facilities. Sports and games are encouraged.

Faculty: Teachers are helpful, well-qualified, and knowledgeable. The teaching quality of teachers is very good as they teach us in a way which all can be understood in a simple way and can give best by listening to the class. The course curriculum is relevant and makes us industry-ready. Semester exams depend upon the question paper set by the VTU board. Based on the question paper, the pass percentage will be decided. The pass percentage is 95%.

Other: I am interested in coding and app invention. It is useful in anyways. It includes non-technical subjects also. Kannada Rajyothsava, college fest Sambrama, SSP Scholarships, and sports are there.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2025Read More

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B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering - Batch of 2026

4.8

4Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

College is amazing with good education.

Placements: Around 80% of students are selected in our department. I heard that the average salary package offered is below 15 LPA. Top companies like Accenture, Intel, Samsung, and some more companies have come to our college. Around 70% of students got internships at some companies.

Infrastructure: First I would like to thank our HOD for providing all the facilities in our department. We have Wi-Fi, labs with good equipment, systems, and lab neatness. Library is so good and we get all books in the library. Whenever I have free time I go to the library.

Faculty: In our department, teachers are so good. Faculty members and students communication bonding is so good. If we have any doubts they will clarify with patience. This curriculum is relevant to make students good. Actually, our semester exam paper will be provided by VTU university.

Other: I chose this course because I can learn both hardware and software. The best thing is that I like hardware labs. In our course, all is good and faculty members should have some more information about topics I wish. Fest like Sambrama, Kannada Rajyotsava, and so on are conducted. Campus is very big, and I get only an SSP scholarship.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2025Read More

Anonymous

B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2020

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Best College with decent infrastructure and placement opportunities.

Placements: Good placement opportunities with decent packages. The management will try to place almost all the students who possess the minimum eligibility for placement drives. Top recruiting companies like TCS, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, LTI, and and Mindtree would be considered for the hiring process in IT.

Infrastructure: Wonderful infrastructure with spacious classrooms and labs. The hostels are also well-maintained, with decent food options. The hostel mess and canteens inside the hostel and college are also well maintained. Medical facilities include the visiting of doctors three times a week, both in college and the hostel.

Faculty: The faculty provides good knowledge and care for the students to achieve a good percentage in exams. Semester exams can be quite difficult since they are conducted by the VTU board. The management tries to provide good technical skills with well-maintained labs and trained faculty members.

Other: Equal opportunities for extracurricular activities are given, along with good insight and technical knowledge.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2024Read More

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B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning - Batch of 2025

4.4

4Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Review of S J C Institute of Technology.

Placements: Almost 80% of students got placed in our college. The highest salary package offered is 20 LPA. The average salary package offered is 16 LPA. Top recruiting companies are Capgemini, IBM, Infosys, and Bosch. Almost 71% of students got placed in companies like IBM and Infosys.

Infrastructure: The hostel facilities are good. Wi-Fi facility is available 24X7 in the hostel. The food served in the hostel is good. Washrooms are clean. It is easy to reach classrooms as the hostel is located near the college. They serve chapati with a decent curry. They serve a variety of food items.

Faculty: Our teachers were helpful. They helped me a lot when I lost track due to a shortage of attendance during covid. This course is the future of the industry. This course provides basic knowledge. It builds strong basement.

Other: I opted for this course because of my interest in it, and it is a new course. I am interested to introduce robotics and virtual reality. A few fests are held in our college. Many sports competitions are held in our college. A scholarship facility is available in our college. They should provide a summing pool.

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B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2025

3.8

3Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

Our college is good in all aspects.

Placements: Almost 80% of students get placed every year in our college. The highest salary package offered in our college is 15 LPA, and the lowest salary package offered is 3.5 LPA. Top recruiting companies are TCS, Accenture, etc.

Infrastructure: Our college provides good facilities and infrastructure. Some places have to get developed. Wi-Fi is not good in our college. All labs are good. Classrooms are good. The library is good. The hostel is not good. Its fee is high, and its facilities are not good. The quality of the food is not good.

Faculty: All teachers are helpful in some of the places and provide importance to us. The teaching quality is good compared to other college teachers. This course curriculum is relevant. Our college makes students industry-ready. All teachers conduct training classes in the middle of the semester. Semester exams are good. Almost 80% of students will pass exams in our college.

Other: I opted for this course because it has a scope for the future, and it is good to learn coding and many other activities. Our college should develop its cultural activities. Our college does not conduct events. Only one fest is held every year in our college. Attendance in mandatory in our college.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2023Read More

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Admission FAQs

Q: What specializations do S J C Institute of Technology offer in their courses?

S J C Institute of Technology is a good institution for B.E. / B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech, MBA/PGDM, MCA courses, and these programs are delivered by highly experienced faculty. Major specialisation at S J C Institute of Technology are Aeronautical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Computer Science Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Civil Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Structural Engineering, Finance.

Q: What is the fees range for courses offerred by the S J C Institute of Technology?

The fees range for courses offerred by the S J C Institute of Technology is around INR 59690 - INR 654992.

Q: Which courses does S J C Institute of Technology offer?

S J C Institute of Technology provides programmes including B.E. / B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech, MBA/PGDM, MCA in streams such as Engineering, Business & Management Studies, IT & Software, and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in Aeronautical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Computer Science Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Civil Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Structural Engineering, Finance.

Q: Which major specializations are available at S J C Institute of Technology?

S J C Institute of Technology offers Degree courses including 12 UG and 10 PG courses. These programs are offerred in Full Time mode. S J C Institute of Technology has specializations such as B.Tech specializations in Aeronautical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Civil Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, M.E./M.Tech specializations in Electronics Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, Structural Engineering, MBA/PGDM specializations in Finance.

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How are the MBA placements at SJC Institute of Technology?

Answered 7 months ago

SJC Institute of Technology offers good placements annually to its MBA students. The key highlights are presented below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2025)
Eligible students	70
Total single offers	36
Total multiple job offers	63
Placement rate	81%

Shoaib Mehdi

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Does SJC Institute of Technology conduct on-campus placements?

Answered 7 months ago

Yes, SJC Institute of Technology conducts placement drives annually and offered handsome packages to its students. The key highlights of SJC Institute of Technology placements for the Class of 2025 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2025)
the highest package	INR 12 LPA
Average package	INR 4.5 LPA
Total recruiters	87
Total offers	684
Total single job offers	449
Placement rate	89%

Shoaib Mehdi

Contributor-Level 10

Is SJC Institute of Technology admission open for 2025?

Answered 7 months ago

Yes, currently, admissions are open at SJC Institute of Technology. SJCIT admissions are currently open for all courses. Candidates are selected for courses based on the entrance exam. Aspirants can apply online. Interested candidates meeting the eligibility criteria can fill out the form.

Liyansha Gaurav

Contributor-Level 10

Can I get direct admission at SJC Institute of Technology?

Answered 7 months ago

SJCIT admits students based on the entrance exam scores. The institute offers B.E., MTech and MBA courses. SJC Institute of Technology admits students based on entrance exam scores. For B.E course, candidates are selected based on COMEDK UGET/KCET, for MTech, it is GATE and KMAT/CMAT/PGCET for MBA c

Sanjana Dixit

Contributor-Level 10

How is the faculty at SJC Institute of Technology?

Answered 7 months ago

SJC Institute of Technology faculty are PhD, diploma, and degree holders. There are more than 204 faculty members and more than 210 non-teaching staff. The faculty invites students to take part in extracurricular activities, seminars, workshops, and others.

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