Courses Offered at City Engineering College: UG, PG & PhD Programs- Bengaluru

City Engineering College offers over 4 distinct courses at UG, PG, and PhD levels in Engineering and Management. The BE (Bachelor of Technology) program is the flagship course of City Engineering College, offered based on KCET or COMEDK scores. Besides, City Engineering College also provides additional programs like MBA, M.Tech, and PhD degrees.

Students can choose from flagship programs such as B.E., alongside specialized Master of Technology and Master of Business Administration degrees at City Engineering College. With experienced faculty and updated curricula, City Engineering College ensures students are well-prepared, leading to rankings like 15th by a regional survey in Karnataka and 30th overall by an independent state-level assessment. Further, CEC, affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and AICTE approved, offers over 12 specializations across its degrees, including 5 in BE alone, demonstrating breadth. The institute also boasts 20+ tie-ups with renowned universities and industries.

At City Engineering College, admission to each program is based on academic merit, relevant qualifications, and specific requirements. While criteria vary, applicants generally meet the following for programs offered by the college:

• UG Programs (BE)

  • Eligibility & Min. Academic: Completion of 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics (compulsory subjects), plus other specified options like Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biology/Electronics/Computer Science/Information Technology/Informatics Practices/Agriculture/Engineering Graphics/Business Studies/Entrepreneurship, with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST/CAT-1, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B category of Karnataka candidates).
  • Entrance Exams: Typically KCET or COMEDK for engineering degrees at CEC.
  • Documents: Standard academic transcripts, mark sheets, and supporting documents.

• PG Programs (MBA, M.Tech)

  • Eligibility & Min. Academic: A recognized UG degree in a relevant field (e.g., B.E./B.Tech for M.Tech; Bachelor's degree (10+2+3 or 10+2+4 pattern) for MBA), securing a minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/Cat-1 candidates).
  • Entrance Exams: Standardized tests such as PGCET or GATE (for M.Tech) or various national-level management tests including KMAT, CMAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA, CAT (for MBA) are often required.
  • Documents: Academic transcripts, statement of purpose, resume, and letters of recommendation.

• PhD Programs

  • Eligibility & Min. Academic: A Master's degree in a relevant field with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks (50% for SC/ST/Cat-1 candidates) in the Master's program, with research experience preferred.
  • Research Proposal: Required, outlining intended research area, subject to faculty approval.
  • Entrance Exams/Interviews: May require an entrance exam and interview. Tests like the University Entrance Test (VTU), UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, GATE, or SLET are commonly accepted for PhD admissions at City Engineering College.
  • Documents: Academic transcripts, research proposal, and letters of recommendation.