DSCE in plain terms.
Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering opened in 1979 in Kumaraswamy Layout, and over four decades has built itself into one of Bengaluru's larger engineering campuses. VTU-autonomous, NAAC A+, with NBA accreditation across most branches. The college sits inside the wider Dayananda Sagar group ecosystem, which includes medical, dental and business schools on adjacent campuses.
In the Bengaluru pecking order, DSCE belongs to the same tier as MSRIT and BMSIT — a step below RVCE and PES but well ahead of the bulk of VTU colleges. Management-quota CSE costs around ₹24 lakh for four years, which is competitive for what you get.
Admissions move through three doors: KCET for Karnataka domicile, COMEDK UGET for the all-India pool, and management quota for direct entry. We help families pick the right channel based on rank, residency and budget.
Who DSCE suits
- KCET ranks in the 4,000–18,000 band for the popular branches.
- COMEDK candidates from across India looking at Bengaluru-based placements.
- Families using the management route for CSE, AI/ML or Data Science.
Management quota — how the process runs
- Share details via the form or call us.
- Counsellor call — branch fit, fee plan, document checklist.
- Provisional offer letter from the college, document verification.
- Fee payment, final confirmation, joining instructions.
Courses & fees, 2026–27.
DSCE publishes separate fee schedules for COMEDK and management seats. Figures below come straight from the college's latest notification. The total fees in the management table are in lakhs of rupees.
Management quota — four-year fee (₹ Lakhs)
| Branch | Yr 1 | Yr 2 | Yr 3 | Yr 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aeronautical Engineering | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 16 |
| AI & ML Engineering | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 24 |
| Automobile Engineering | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 12 |
| Biotechnology Engineering | 3.75 | 3.75 | 3.75 | 3.75 | 15 |
| Chemical Engineering | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 12 |
| Civil Engineering | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 12 |
| Computer Science & Engineering | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 24 |
| CSE & Data Science | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 24 |
| CSE & Cyber Security | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 24 |
| CSE (IoT & Cyber Security incl. Blockchain) | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 24 |
| Electronics & Communication | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 20 |
| Electrical & Electronics | 3.75 | 3.75 | 3.75 | 3.75 | 15 |
| Electronics & Telecommunication | 3.75 | 3.75 | 3.75 | 3.75 | 15 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 3.50 | 3.50 | 3.50 | 3.50 | 14 |
| Robotics & AI | 3.75 | 3.75 | 3.75 | 3.75 | 15 |
COMEDK quota — four-year fee
| Branch | Yr 1 | Yr 2 | Yr 3 | Yr 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aeronautical Engineering | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 11,25,908 |
| AI & ML Engineering | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 11,25,908 |
| Automobile Engineering | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 11,25,908 |
| Biotechnology Engineering | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 11,25,908 |
| Chemical Engineering | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 11,25,908 |
| Civil Engineering | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 11,25,908 |
| Computer Science & Engineering | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 11,25,908 |
| CSE & Data Science | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 11,25,908 |
| CSE & Cyber Security | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 11,25,908 |
| CSE (IoT & Cyber Security incl. Blockchain) | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 11,25,908 |
| Electronics & Communication | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 11,25,908 |
| Electrical & Electronics | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 11,25,908 |
| Electronics & Telecommunication | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 11,25,908 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 2,81,477 | 11,25,908 |
KCET quota
- Annual tuition usually ₹70,000–₹1.2 lakh by branch.
- Four-year total around ₹4–5 lakh.
- Karnataka domicile required.
Eligibility.
Three admission channels run in parallel each cycle. Many families we work with apply through more than one to maximise chances.
KCET
- Class 12 with Physics, Maths and one of Chemistry, Biology, Biotech or CS.
- 45% minimum aggregate (40% for reserved categories).
- Karnataka domicile — seven years of schooling in the state.
- Valid KCET 2026 rank.
COMEDK UGET
- Class 12 with PCM plus another science subject.
- 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST).
- Open to candidates from any state.
- Valid COMEDK rank.
Management quota
- Class 12 with PCM plus a third science.
- 50% aggregate, sometimes higher for CSE.
- National-level entrance scores supportive but not mandatory.
- Allocation by seat availability.
Placements, recent cycles.
DSCE's placement cell is one of the busier ones in the Kumaraswamy Layout cluster. CSE and AI/ML branches lead on average packages, with ECE and ISE close behind.
Recurring recruiters
Figures above are indicative. Branch-wise medians swing year to year.
What students and parents told us.
Excerpts from families we've worked with. Names initialised; full attribution available on request.
"Did CSE here. Faculty are mixed — some excellent, some average. Project clubs and hackathon culture are strong. I had two offers before final-year exams."
"AI & ML branch is relatively new but the labs are well set up. Internship support from the placement cell starts from 5th sem itself."
"eAdmision helped us with the management seat. The Dayananda Sagar admission office can feel busy — having someone explain the steps in advance was useful."
DSCE FAQs.
What's the management-quota fee for CSE at DSCE?
₹24 lakh over four years — ₹6 lakh per year. CSE, CSE-Data Science, CSE-Cyber Security and AI/ML are all in the same band. Verify the current fee notification with the institution.
Is DSCE part of Dayananda Sagar University?
No. DSCE is the older VTU-affiliated college; Dayananda Sagar University (DSU) is the separate private university under the same trust. Both campuses sit in Kumaraswamy Layout.
How early do CSE management seats fill?
Refer to the institution's published timeline for the current cycle. Historically, CSE and CSE specialisations have seen earlier demand than core branches — talk to a counsellor for current-cycle context.
Are NRI seats available?
Yes, DSCE offers NRI quota seats at a separate fee structure. Documentation requirements are different — talk to us before applying.