About Nagarjuna College of Engineering and Technology
Nagarjuna College of Engineering and Technology (NCET), established in 2001 near Devanahalli, Bangalore, is a premier autonomous private institution affiliated with VTU and accredited with a NAAC ‘A’ grade. Set on a sprawling 100-acre eco-friendly campus, it offers industry-aligned programs such as B.E., MBA, MCA, and M.Tech, with specialized tracks in AI, Data Science, and Cyber Security. The college is recognized for its world-class infrastructure, including a high-tech ISRO Satellite Lab and Texas Instruments Innovation Centre. With strong global collaborations and a consistent record of high placements, the institution is dedicated to bridging the industry-academic gap through project-based learning and a robust innovation ecosystem.
College Address: “Nagarjuna College of Engineering & Technology Beedaganahalli, Venkatagiri Kote, Post, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 562110”
Why Join this College
- World-Class Infrastructure: A sprawling 100-acre lush green campus near Kempegowda International Airport. It features a high-tech ISRO Satellite Lab, smart classrooms, and a centralized library with over 1 lakh volumes and digital e-resources.
- Consistent Excellence: NCET has an impressive track record with 90%+ placements in circuit branches. While average packages range from ₹4.5L to ₹5.5L LPA, top-tier students have secured packages as high as ₹20 LPA with recruiters like Amazon.
- Semester Exchange: The institute provides opportunities for international internships and industrial training programs, often facilitating placements in global hubs like Dubai, London (Esso Petroleum), and Saudi Arabia.
- Industry-Oriented: As an autonomous institution under VTU, NCET designs its own curriculum to include the latest in AI, Data Science, and IoT, ensuring students are day-one ready for the tech industry.
- Diverse Portfolio: Offers specialized B.E. programs in cutting-edge fields such as Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Data Science, and IoT & Cyber Security, alongside traditional core engineering and Management (MBA).
- Leadership Worldwide: A robust network of distinguished alumni holding positions in NASA, ISRO, and major multinationals like Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle. Notable members include high-ranking IAS Officers and Paralympic medalists.
International Collaborations
- Global Reach: NCET maintains active MoUs for research, student exchange, and internship opportunities with institutions in the USA, UK, and UAE. Key partners include Al Futtaim Motors (UAE) and academic links for postgraduate research in Europe.
Centres of Excellence
- Satellite Ground Station & Lab
- Texas Instruments Innovation Centre
- Centre for IoT & Smart Systems
- Centre for Cyber Security & Blockchain
- Centre for Robotics & Industrial Automation
- Centre for Big Data & Data Science
Number of Patents
- 151+ Patents Filed (Cumulative record as per NIRF innovation data)
- 15+ Patents Granted in the recent 2024-25 cycle
- 850+ High-Impact Research Papers published in Scopus/WoS journals
NCET Bangalore Courses
College Admission Process
College Placements
College Facilities
Clubs and Societies
- Student Council (NCET)
- IEEE Student Branch (NCET)
- Google Developer Student Club (GDSC)
- Rotaract Club of NCET
- Sanskriti (Cultural Club)
- Coding & Programming Club
- Anaadyanta (Theatrical & Arts)
- National Service Scheme (NSS) Unit
- Red Cross Youth Wing
- Photography & Media Club
- National Cadet Corps (NCC)
- Eco-Green & Environment Club
- Chiguru (Literary & Writing Society)
- Aero & Drone Technology Club
- Robotics & Automation Society
- Yoga & Wellness Club
- Alumni Association Network
Incubation Centres
- NCET Incubation Centre
- MSME-Recognized Incubation Centre
- Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC)
- Intellectual Property (IPR) Cell
- Innovation & Startup Policy (NISP) Cell
- Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC)
- Startup Ideation & Prototyping Lab
- Mentorship from Industry Experts
- Entrepreneurship Awareness Camps
- Texas Instruments Innovation Lab
- Venture Capital & Angel Network Link
- Startup Hackathons (InnovateX)
- Industry-Linked Consultancy Projects
- Technology Transfer & Licensing Support
- Business Plan Competitions
- Pre-Incubation Training Bootcamps
- Alumni Entrepreneur Mentorship
Hostel Type
| Hostel Type (Girls/ Boys) | 8 Separate Blocks (Kalinga, Maurya, Vijayanagar, etc.) | 3 Separate Blocks (Kaveri, Ganga, Yamuna) |
| Capacity | ~1,000+ Beds (Approx) | ~500+ Beds (Approx) |
| Hostel Fees | ₹1,20,000 – ₹1,30,000 | ₹1,25,000 – ₹1,30,000 |
| Mess Fees | Included in the annual fee | Included in the annual fee |
| Location | On-Campus (Mudugurki, Devanahalli) | On-Campus (Mudugurki, Devanahalli) |
| Number of Rooms | ~350+ Total Rooms | ~180+ Total Rooms |
| Room Type (Occupancy basis) | 3-Sharing (Attached Bath), 4-Sharing (Common Bath) | 3-Sharing (Attached Bath), 8-Sharing (Attached Bath) |
Hostel Amenities
College Awards List
| Name of Award | Awarding Body | Awarding Year |
| Ranked #151 (Innovation Category) | NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) | 2024 – 2025 |
| Ranked #36 in India (Private Engineering) | The Times of India (TOI) | 2025 |
| Top 10 Engineering Colleges in Karnataka | Silicon India | 2025 |
| 4-Star Rating (Innovation Council) | Ministry of Education (MoE), Govt. of India | 2023 – 2024 |
| ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management) | ISO Certification Body | 2022 – 2025 |
| NBA Accreditation (Tier-1 Programs) | National Board of Accreditation | 2022 – 2025 |
| Excellence in Innovation & Startups | ARIIA (Atal Ranking of Institutions on Innovation) | 2023 |
| ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management) | ISO Certification Body | 2022 |
| Autonomous Status Extension | UGC & VTU | 2021 – 2031 |
College Ranking
| Rank | Ranking Body | Ranking Type (college or course specific) | Ranking Year |
| 151-300 | NIRF (Ministry of Education) | Innovation Ranking (National Level) | 2023 |
| A+ | NAAC | College Specific (Institutional Accreditation) | Valid until 2027 |
| Band-Excellent | ARIIA | Innovation Achievements (National Level) | 2023 |
| 4-Star | IIC (Ministry of Education) | Innovation & Entrepreneurship | 2024 |
| Top 50 | Times Engineering Survey | Private Engineering Institutes (National) | 2024 |
| AAA | Careers360 | Course Specific (Engineering – South India) | 2023 |
| 78 | The Week-Hansa Research | Top Private Engineering Colleges (National) | 2023 |
| 52 | India Today | Best Private Engineering Colleges (National) | 2023 |
Nagarjuna College of Engineering and Technology Alumni List
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