Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become one of the most in-demand engineering domains in India. With rapid advancements in Dear future engineers, I am Nikhil V Wadhwa, an academic counsellor from Careermudhra. Nowadays, Artificial Intelligence has become the most demanded engineering domain in India. With growing advancements in automation, robotics, machine learning and data science, students are mostly choosing AI focused engineering courses other than traditional branches. Karnataka, especially in Bangalore, has emerged as a leading destination for study AI engineering due to the strong IT ecosystem, top research institutions, and more industry exposure.
In this article I will provide you the complete details about AI Engineering Colleges in Karnataka 2026, including total colleges, types of institutions, fees structure, admission process, management quota, and career scope.
AI Engineering colleges in Karnataka 2026 – Overview
Lets dive into the AI Engineering colleges in Karnataka and the fees structure and placements. Before that I will give you the overview of the AI Engineering colleges list, types of institutions offering AI courses, entrance exams available to get admission for AI engineering courses.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Colleges Offering AI-Related Programs | 185 |
| Government Colleges | 10 |
| Government Aided Colleges | 7 |
| Deemed-to-be Universities | 14 |
| State Private Universities | 9 |
| State Government Universities | 2 |
| Central University | 1 |
| Entrance Exams Accepted | KCET, COMEDK, JEE Main |
In Karnataka, there are around 640 engineering colleges, in which 480 private institutions, 170 government colleges and others are deemed to be universities. As of 2026, in Karnataka 185 colleges provide Artificial Intelligence integrated with robotics or Data science or machine learning based on institutions which includes 10 government colleges, 7 government aided colleges, 9 state private universities, 14 deemed to be universities providing AI courses in Karnataka under Visvesvaraya Technological University. The seats for the Artificial Intelligence course are very less and fast filling.
List of Artificial Intelligence Engineering Colleges in Bangalore
Here are the top Artificial Intelligence engineering colleges in Karnataka that offer specialized AI engineering programs (B.Tech/M.Tech).
The colleges I have given above are considered as top artificial intelligence colleges in Karnataka because of the updated course curriculum, advanced lab facilities and the placement records.
Fees for Artificial Intelligence Engineering in Karnataka
If you are looking for studying Artificial Intelligence engineering in Karnataka, it is important to know the fees structure. I hope you got the list of AI engineering colleges list in the above section, now I will tell you the fees structure. The fees structure may vary based on the type of colleges and the mode of admission.
| College Type | Tuition Fees per year |
|---|---|
| Government Colleges | 25,000 – 75,000 per year |
| Private Colleges | 1,50,000 – 3,00,000 per year |
| Management Quota Fees | 3,50,000 – 8,00,000 per year (may vary by institution) |
If a student gets a seat by KCET quota in government colleges, the fees range from 25k to 75k per year. The fees for Artificial Intelligence specialized courses in private engineering colleges range from 1.5 lakh to 3 lakh per year for both domicile and non domicile students. Management quota fees is higher for Artificial Intelligence and it ranges from 3.5 lakh to 8 lakh per year. Donations may be applicable for management quota seats.
Management quota Fees for Artificial Intelligence Engineering in Bangalore
If you are not able to get a seat for AI through counselling quota, Management quota is the best option for you. Knowing the management quota fees for AI engineering college fees will help you in admission. In this section, I will give you the management quota fees for top Artificial Intelligence colleges in Bangalore.
| College Name | Total fees |
|---|---|
| Rv College Of Engineering | 67 Lakhs |
| Rv Institute Of Technology And Management | 25 Lakhs |
| Bms College Of Engineering Bangalore | 34 Lakhs |
| Bms Institute Of Technology Bangalore | 22 Lakhs |
| Ms Ramaiah Institute Of Technology Bangalore | 41 Lakhs |
| Dayananda Sagar University | 25 Lakhs |
| Alliance University Bangalore | 20 Lakhs |
| Jain University | 15 Lakhs |
| Rns Institute Of Technology Bangalore | 30 Lakhs |
| Acharya Institute Of Technology Bangalore | 17.5 Lakhs |
| Cmr Institute Of Technology | 22 Lakhs |
| Cmr University | 16 Lakhs |
| Reva University | 24 Lakhs |
| East Point Group Of Institutions | 14.5 Lakhs |
| Atria Institute Of Technology | 15 Lakhs |
| Amc College Of Engineering | 14 Lakhs |
| Brindavan Institute of Technology | 9 Lakhs |
Eligibility Criteria for AI Engineering
To get admission into Artificial Intelligence engineering colleges in Karnataka, students must fulfill certain eligibility conditions. I will tell you the eligibility criteria in this section now.
For B.Tech in AI Engineering:
- Students must complete 10+2 (PUC or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
- Students must get minimum 50% of marks (45% for reserved categories).
- Students should clear the entrance exams such as KCET, COMEDK, or JEE Main.
Admission Process for AI Engineering Colleges
It is important to know the admission process after knowing the eligibility criteria. I will give you about admission process for AI engineering colleges in Karnataka in this section. It can be done by any of the admission modes mentioned below.
Admission Through KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test)
KCET admission is conducted by the Karnataka Examinations Authority for students who completed their 12th standard in Karnataka. Students who are Karnataka domiciles are only allowed to attend KCET counselling.
Students who are applying for AI engineering colleges through KCET get admission in:
- Government engineering colleges
- Government aided colleges
- Private engineering colleges (government quota seats)
The admission process include:
- Students should appearing for KCET examination
- Students should get a valid rank
- Students should participate in KEA counseling
- Students should do the option entry and get the seat allotment.
Admission Through COMEDK UGET
Another counselling process in Karnataka is COMEDK UGET. Through COMEDK students can get seats in private engineering colleges and Deemed universities of Karnataka.
From COMEDK UGET:
- Non-Karnataka students can get admission in Karnataka.
- Students who did not appear for KCET but are from Karnataka domicile can get admission.
- Students who are targeting private autonomous institutions to study AI engineering can get admission.
The admission process of COMEDK is:`
- Registering in COMEDK website
- Appearing for the COMEDK entrance exam
- After the exam result, participate in centralized counseling
- During the counselling, seat allotment can be done based on rank and preference
AI & ML and AI & Data Science branches in top Bangalore colleges often require competitive COMEDK ranks.
Admission Through JEE Main
Some private universities and select institutions in Karnataka accept JEE Main scores for admission to AI-related engineering programs.
This pathway is useful for:
- Students preparing for national-level entrance exams
- Students applying to deemed or private universities
Each university may have its own counseling and admission process based on JEE score.
Admission Through Management Quota
Many private engineering colleges in Bangalore and all over Karnataka provide direct admission through management quota. This Management quota admission mode is useful for
- The students who met eligibility criteria but didn’t get admission due to low entrance scores.
- Students who are looking for particular courses in their preferred colleges.
Management quota admission generally requires that students get minimum 50% in their 12th with physics, chemistry and Maths.
Why Choose Karnataka for AI Engineering?
According to me, Karnataka is one of the best places to study AI engineering, because of numerous multi national companies, AI based startups and more research centers. If you choose Karnataka, especially in Bangalore, you will get advanced course curriculum, top institutes, internship and placement opportunities in top companies like Infosys, wipro, IBM and Google.
Career Scope After AI Engineering
Many students ask me about the scope and career opportunities for Artificial Intelligence engineering courses. I will give you the career options for Artificial Intelligence graduates:
- AI Engineer
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Data Scientist
- Research Scientist
- Robotics Engineer
- Business Intelligence Developer
The average starting salary for AI engineers in India ranges between 6 LPA -12 LPA.
Conclusion
I hope you have the clear information with all the required information. There are 185 engineering colleges providing AI related engineering courses in 2026 and will become one of the top destinations in India for AI education. Government colleges, private colleges and deemed universities offer the AI courses and students have multiple pathways to get admission in any of the colleges. If you have any doubts or are looking for expert guidance to get your seat, you can contact me by clicking the banner below or fill the form. All the Best!
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which college is best for AI engineering in Karnataka?
IISC Bangalore, NIT, RVCE And PES are considered as best AI engineering colleges in Karnataka.
2. How to join AI after 12th in Karnataka?
To study AI engineering in Karnataka, you have to write entrance exams such as KCET, COMEDK, JEE.
3. What are the fees for AI engineering?
The fees for AI engineering in Karnataka varies based on the type of institutions and mode of admission, the fees varies from 30,000 to 20 lakh per year.
4. How many AI engineering colleges are there in Karnataka in 2026?
There are 185 colleges offering AI-related engineering programs including AI & ML, AI & Data Science, Robotics, and CSE-AI specializations.
5. Can I get direct admission in AI colleges in Bangalore?
Yes, many private institutions offer management quota admission for eligible students meeting minimum academic requirements.
6. Is AI better than CSE?
AI is a specialization under Computer Science focusing on intelligent systems and automation. It is ideal for students interested in data science, robotics, and machine learning.
7. What entrance exams are accepted for AI engineering in Karnataka?
KCET, COMEDK UGET, and JEE Main are commonly accepted entrance exams.
8. Is KCET mandatory to study AI engineering in Karnataka?
No, KCET is not mandatory to study AI engineering in Karnataka, but if you are targeting government engineering colleges in Karnataka, KCET is mandatory.
