The BE (Civil Engineering) - Lateral Entry at R V College of Engineering (RVCE), Bangalore, is a three-year undergraduate programme for diploma holders under VTU’s lateral entry scheme. RVCE holds NAAC A++ accreditation and autonomous status, affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, and ranks 46 in Collegedunia’s 2026 India Engineering Colleges list. Lateral-entry students join the second year directly and cover structural analysis, geotechnical engineering, transportation planning, and construction management. Admission is through Karnataka DCET (conducted by KEA) or the management quota.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to BE (Civil Engineering) - Lateral Entry at RVCE Bangalore for 2026-27 follow the Karnataka DCET lateral entry cycle. Eligible diploma holders register through KEA at kea.kar.nic.in after DCET results.
Key Points
- BE Civil (Lateral) at RVCE admits diploma holders directly to second year; programme completed in three years.
- Offered at a NAAC A++ accredited, VTU-affiliated autonomous college ranked 46 in Collegedunia’s 2026 list.
- Covers structural analysis and allied domains, with strong industry-connected curriculum.
- Management quota 3-year total fees: INR 28,95,000; DCET/KEA quota as per KEA 2026-27 norms.
RVCE Bangalore BE Civil (Lateral) Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Total Fees (COMEDK Lateral, 3 Years) | INR 9,95,130 |
| Total Fees (Management Quota, 3 Years) | INR 28,95,000 |
- DCET/KEA quota fees per KEA 2026-27 norms.
- COMEDK lateral 3-year total: INR 9,95,130 (2024-25 norms).
- Management quota 3-year total: INR 28,95,000.
- Hostel and mess charges are separate.
RVCE Bangalore BE Civil (Lateral) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Karnataka DCET 2026 Registration | As per KEA notification; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| Karnataka DCET 2026 Exam | As per KEA 2026 schedule; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| DCET 2026 Result | As per KEA notification |
| KEA DCET Counselling | After DCET result; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| RVCE Management Quota Lateral | After counselling rounds; check rvce.edu.in |
- DCET holders: register at kea.kar.nic.in for KEA counselling.
- COMEDK lateral: apply at comedk.org.
- Management quota: contact RVCE admissions directly.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Diploma (Diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Technology, or related civil discipline) from a recognised Board of Technical Education.
- A minimum of 45 percent aggregate marks in the qualifying diploma is required; SC/ST Karnataka candidates need 40 percent.
- A valid Karnataka DCET rank is required for KEA counselling; COMEDK lateral entry is open to Karnataka and non-Karnataka diploma holders.
- Karnataka domicile is required for DCET/KEA quota; management quota applicants must meet RVCE’s eligibility norms.
Admission Process
- Appear in Karnataka DCET conducted by KEA; check kea.kar.nic.in for the 2026 DCET notification, application window, and exam date.
- After DCET results, register at kea.kar.nic.in for DCET counselling, fill RVCE Bangalore and branch preference, and accept the allotted seat.
- Report to RVCE Bangalore with original diploma certificates, marks cards, DCET rank card, and KEA allotment letter on the designated date.
- For COMEDK lateral entry, apply at comedk.org; for management quota, contact RVCE admissions directly after government counselling rounds.
✓ Opt for this if
- Karnataka DCET rank holders seeking NAAC A++ lateral entry BE college
- Diploma holders wanting to complete BE in three years at RVCE
- Relevant-branch diploma holders targeting Bangalore tech-sector placements
- Candidates preferring autonomous VTU college for lateral entry degree
- Students eligible for Karnataka ePass scholarship in lateral BE route
✗ Skip if
- Candidates without diploma in relevant engineering discipline
- Students expecting low total fees as management lateral costs INR 29L
- Candidates seeking four-year BE with first-year foundational coursework
- Applicants needing PhD-track or research-intensive undergraduate programme
RVCE Bangalore BE Civil (Lateral) Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Karnataka Government ePass Scholarship | Up to INR 30,000 per year | SC/ST/OBC/EWS Karnataka domicile; apply at karepass.cgg.gov.in |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) | As per scheme norms | Apply at scholarships.gov.in after college admission |
| RVCE Sports Scholarship | INR 1,500 to INR 5,000 per year | State or national-level sports representation; apply at RVCE |
- Karnataka ePass (SC/ST/OBC/EWS): apply at karepass.cgg.gov.in.
- NSP schemes apply; check scholarships.gov.in.
- Education loans available; contact RVCE student services.
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