The Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at Jain College of Engineering (JCE), Belagavi, is a four-year full-time undergraduate engineering programme affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and approved by AICTE. JCE Belagavi holds NAAC A++ accreditation and is recognised for its AICTE-approved AI and ML programme at JCE Belagavi, VTU-affiliated. The curriculum covers machine learning algorithms, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, data engineering, statistical modelling, model deployment, and AI application development, training graduates for careers as machine learning engineers, AI engineers, data scientists, NLP engineers, computer vision engineers, and AI product developers across the technology companies, AI startups, banking and finance, healthcare AI, e-commerce, and research organisations. Ranks 418 in Collegedunia’s 2026 India Engineering Colleges list.
📋 Admission Status: JCE Belagavi BE AI & ML admissions for 2026-27 are conducted through KCET 2026 (Karnataka Common Entrance Test, exam: April 23-24, 2026) and COMEDK UGET 2026 (exam: May 9, 2026). Eligible candidates participate in KEA counselling for KCET seats or COMEDK counselling. Visit kea.kar.nic.in, comedk.org, and jce.ac.in for current notifications.
Key Points
- Four-year full-time Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning programme at NAAC A++ accredited JCE Belagavi, VTU-affiliated.
- Admission through KCET 2026 (April 23-24) and COMEDK UGET 2026 (May 9, 2026) via KEA/COMEDK counselling.
- Total programme fee: INR 8,80,000 for the four-year programme (KCET/KEA merit-quota rate).
- Curriculum covers machine learning, deep learning, NLP, computer vision, and AI application development.
- AICTE-approved AI and ML programme at JCE Belagavi, VTU-affiliated. Established 2010; AICTE-approved.
Jain College of Engineering, Belagavi BE AI & ML Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Year 1 Fee | INR 2,20,000 |
| Year 2 Fee | INR 2,20,000 |
| Year 3 Fee | INR 2,20,000 |
| Year 4 Fee | INR 2,20,000 |
| Total Fees (4 Years, Hostel Charges Separate) | INR 8,80,000 |
- KCET/KEA merit-quota rate; COMEDK and management-quota fees differ.
- VTU examination fees and university registration charges billed separately.
- Hostel charges payable separately.
- Confirm current fee structure at jce.ac.in before applying.
Jain College of Engineering, Belagavi BE AI & ML Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| KCET 2026 Registration Start | January 17, 2026 |
| KCET 2026 Exam | April 23 and April 24, 2026 |
| COMEDK UGET 2026 Exam | May 9, 2026 |
| KCET 2026 Result | May 28, 2026 |
| KEA / COMEDK Counselling | June-July 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| KCET | Karnataka Common Entrance Test; conducted by KEA; kea.kar.nic.in |
| COMEDK UGET | Consortium of Medical, Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka; comedk.org |
- Sit KCET 2026 (Apr 23-24) or COMEDK UGET 2026 (May 9).
- Register for KEA or COMEDK counselling after results.
- Attend document verification; confirm seat by paying fee at JCE Belagavi.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) as compulsory subjects from a recognised board.
- A minimum of 45 percent aggregate marks in the qualifying examination is required (40 percent for SC/ST/Category-I candidates).
- Admission is based on KCET rank (KEA counselling) or COMEDK UGET rank (COMEDK counselling).
Admission Process
- Step 1: Appear in KCET 2026 (exam: April 23-24, 2026) at kea.kar.nic.in or COMEDK UGET 2026 (May 9, 2026) at comedk.org.
- Step 2: After results, register for KEA counselling (KCET) or COMEDK counselling on the respective portal.
- Step 3: Submit college and branch preferences and confirm choices during the allotment process.
- Step 4: Attend document verification with original mark sheets, certificates, and caste documents (if applicable).
- Step 5: Accept the allotted seat and pay the prescribed fee at JCE Belagavi to secure enrolment.
✓ Opt for this if
- Students targeting AI/ML careers in Bangalore/Belagavi tech sector
- Karnataka KCET/COMEDK scorers seeking NAAC A++ AIML programme
- Students comfortable with higher fee: INR 8,80,000 total
- Candidates wanting VTU-affiliated AI degree near North Karnataka
✗ Skip if
- Budget-constrained students (fee is highest among JCE BE branches)
- Students targeting IIT/NIT-level AI programmes
- Candidates seeking placements outside Karnataka tech hubs
- Students who prefer traditional CSE over specialised AI track
Jain College of Engineering, Belagavi BE AI & ML Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | Karnataka domicile SC/ST students; ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000/year; scholarships.gov.in |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | Up to INR 50,000/year | Female students; family income below INR 8,00,000/year; aicte-india.org |
| Karnataka OBC/BC Scholarship | Variable by category | Karnataka domicile OBC/BC candidates; scholarships.gov.in |
- Karnataka SC/ST fee reimbursement; apply at ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in.
- Female students may apply for AICTE Pragati Scholarship; check aicte-india.org.
- NSP scholarship for merit students; apply at scholarships.gov.in.
- Confirm current scholarships at jce.ac.in.
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