About Nagarjuna Group of Institutions
Established in 2001 under the aegis of the Nagarjuna Education Society, Nagarjuna College of Engineering and Technology (NCET) is the flagship autonomous institute of the Nagarjuna Group of Institutions (NGI). Located on a lush 100-acre campus in Devanahalli, Bengaluru, the college is affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, and is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). Recognized by the Government of Karnataka, the institution boasts a prestigious NAAC ‘A+’ grade and holds NBA accreditation for its core engineering programs.The college offers a wide spectrum of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across Engineering, Management, Commerce, and Basic Sciences. Its state-of-the-art infrastructure features smart classrooms, highly equipped technical laboratories, on-campus hostels, and a central library housing over 1,00,000 academic resources.NCET places a strong emphasis on holistic development, blending traditional academics with experiential learning. Supported by an active Training and Placement cell, the institution maintains strong industry tie-ups to provide students with robust internship opportunities, skill development, and excellent placement prospects in top multinational companies.
College Address: Mudugurki, Venkatagiri Kote Post, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 562110
Why Join this College
- NAAC ‘A+’ Grade, NBA Accredited, and Autonomous status ensuring top-tier education
- 100-acre lush green, state-of-the-art campus near Bengaluru International Airport
- High placement record with 100+ top multinational recruiters visiting annually
- “Learn one, do one, teach one” philosophy focusing on experiential learning
- Dedicated Training & Placement cell providing industry-readiness from year one
- Active participation in national aerospace missions (75 Students’ Satellites)
- Highly qualified faculty promoting a strong R&D and innovation culture
- Extensive on-campus facilities including smart classrooms, labs, and central library
- Focus on holistic student growth, character building, and extracurriculars
- Cosmopolitan, safe, and collaborative environment with robust hostel amenities
International Collaborations
- MoU with Indian Technology Congress Association (ITCA) for satellite development
- Global research collaborations in NanoSatellites with Israel, Russia, and Japan
- Academic and research partnerships with European Union tech organizations
- MoUs with global techno-giants for practical, industry-aligned learning
- Networking and integration with University Space Engineering Consortium (UNISEC)
- Joint knowledge-sharing exercises with international technology research centers
- Collaborations with foreign universities for advanced student internship programs
- MoUs with corporate recruiters to facilitate continuous engagement programs
- Partnerships with esteemed industry experts for specialized tech training
- Industry tie-ups for training in emerging domains like GenAI and Cloud Computing
Centres of Excellence
- CoE in Space Technology and NanoSatellites (Nagarjuna UNITY Satellite)
- CoE in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning & Deep Learning
- Center for Experiential Learning and Activity-Based Curriculum
- CoE in Internet of Things (IoT) and Wireless Sensor Networks
- MHRD’s Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) for startups and prototyping
- CoE in Data Science, Big Data Analytics, and Cloud Computing
- Advanced Laboratories for VLSI Design and Embedded Systems
- CoE in Environmental and Sustainable Engineering (Green Energy focus)
- Specialized Centers for Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and Patent Search
- Multidisciplinary Research Labs for Advanced Engineering Applications
Number of Patents
- Vibrant R&D ecosystem with over 44+ patents published by key research faculty
- Granted Patent No. 202241007198: AI/ML Based Traffic & Pothole Detection System
- Published Patent No. 202341009152 A: Wireless Sensor Network Based Smart Ambulance
- Design Patent No. 405305-001: Biosensor Based Device to Detect Lung Cancer
- Granted Patent No. 578417: Voice Based Interactive Bot for Reservations and Bookings
- Integrated Online Localization and Navigation Device for the Visually Impaired
- Multiple international patents filed at the Russian Federation Patent Office (Rospatent)
- International patents filed in the USA and Germany by affiliated space researchers
- Over 330+ patent disclosures facilitated under the institute’s broader research network
- Recognized by WFEO and UNISEC for facilitating high volumes of patent filings
NGI / NCET Courses
College Admission Process
College Placements
College Facilities
Clubs and Societies
- IEEE Student Branch (STB15118)
- Computer Society of India (CSI) student chapter
- National Service Scheme (NSS) unit
- Youth Red Cross Wing
- Cultural Committee for organizing annual fests
- Sports Club for inter-college tournaments
- Women Empowerment Cell / SHE Teams
- Coding Club for hackathons and programming
- Robotics and Automation student interest groups
- Photography and Media Club
- Eco Club / Green Campus Initiative groups
- Literature and Debate Society
Incubation Centres
- MHRD recognized Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC)
- Centre of Innovative Science and Engineering Education (VGST)
- Pre-incubation facility for rapid prototyping and tinkering
- Start-up cell for early-stage idea mentoring and funding guidance
- Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) cell for patent filing support
- Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Space Technology and NanoSatellites
- Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Artificial Intelligence & ML
- Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Internet of Things (IoT)
- Nodal center for national-level hackathons like Smart India Hackathon
- Industry-collaborated incubation labs for real-world projects
- Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC) for business plans
- Maker space equipped with 3D printers and development kits
Hostel Type
| Boys | Girls |
| Hostel Type (Girls/ Boys) | Boys Hostel | Girls Hostel |
| Capacity | ~1,000 Students (Across 8 Blocks) | ~500 Students (Across 3 Blocks) |
| Hostel Fees | ₹ 1,20,000 – ₹ 1,30,000 per year | ₹ 1,25,000 – ₹ 1,30,000 per year |
| Mess Fees | Included in the total hostel fees | Included in the total hostel fees |
| Location | On-Campus | On-Campus |
| Number of Rooms | 303 Rooms | ~150 Rooms |
| Room Type (Occupancy basis) | 3 Sharing, 4 Sharing | 3 Sharing, 8 Sharing (Dorms) |
Hostel Amenities
College Awards List
| Name of Award | Awarding Body | Awarding Year |
| NAAC ‘A+’ Grade Accreditation | National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) | 2023 |
| NBA Accreditation (Core Engineering Programs) | National Board of Accreditation (NBA) | 2023 |
| NIRF Innovation Ranking (Band 151-300) | Ministry of Education (MoE), Govt. of India | 2023 |
| Centre of Innovative Science & Engineering Education | VGST, Government of Karnataka | 2019 |
| Highest Number of Patents Filing Award (Faculty/R&D) | World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO) | 2017 |
| Smart India Hackathon (SIH) Winners | Ministry of Education (MoE) Innovation Cell | 2022 |
College Ranking
| Rank | Ranking Body | Ranking Type (college or course specific) | Ranking Year |
| 151-300 Band | NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) | College Specific (Innovation) | 2023 |
| AAA Rating | Careers360 | Course Specific (Engineering) | 2025 |
| B-Band (Rank 26-50) | ARIIA (Atal Ranking of Institutions on Innovation Achievements) | College Specific (Innovation) | 2020 – 2021 |
| #36 (All India) | Times of India (TOI) | Course Specific (B.Tech) | 2020 |
| #5 (Bengaluru) | Times of India (TOI) | Course Specific (B.Tech) | 2020 |
| 4-Star Rating | Ministry of Education (Institute Innovation Council) | College Specific | 2020 – 2021 |
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