Siddaganga Institute of Technology (SIT) Tumkur
Founded in 1963 by Karnataka's revered spiritual leader Padma Bhushan Dr. Sree Sree Sree Sivakumara Swamigalu under the Sree Siddaganga Education Society (SSES), SIT Tumkur is one of South India's oldest and most prestigious engineering institutions. Featuring an expansive 50-acre verdant campus, NAAC 'A' grade, and ₹41.5 LPA peak placements, SIT has graduated over 35,000 leaders in technology and research.
SIT Admission SnapshotVTU Autonomous
- KEA / KCET Code
- E089
- COMEDK UGET Code
- E089
- KCET Annual Fee
- ₹1,07,000 – ₹1,12,000
- COMEDK Annual Fee
- ₹2,64,000 / year
- Management Quota
- SSES Institutional Slabs
- Campus Location
- B.H. Road, Tumakuru (65 km from BLR)
About Siddaganga Institute of Technology (SIT)
Siddaganga Institute of Technology (SIT) was established in 1963 by Dr. Sree Sree Sree Sivakumara Swamigalu, the revered centenarian pontiff of Sree Siddaganga Math, under the Sree Siddaganga Education Society (SSES). Over six decades, SIT has emerged as one of India's benchmark engineering colleges, regularly counted among top rankers in NIRF and accredited with an 'A' grade by NAAC.
Spread across 50 acres of picturesque landscaped campus along B.H. Road in Tumakuru (just 65 km north-west of Bengaluru along NH-48), SIT houses world-class research centres, state-of-the-art incubation facilities, and autonomous academic flexibility granted by Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) since 2007.
SIT Tumkur Fee Structure 2027 (KCET, COMEDK & Management)
| Admission Quota | Eligibility Channel | Annual Tuition Fee |
|---|---|---|
| KEA / KCET Quota (Govt) | Karnataka Domicile via KCET | ₹1,07,000 – ₹1,12,000 / yr |
| COMEDK UGET (Open Merit) | All India Merit via COMEDK | ₹2,64,000 / yr |
| Management Quota | SSES Trust / 10+2 PCM Merit | ₹3,00,000 – ₹4,00,000 / yr |
KCET & COMEDK Cutoff Benchmarks (Code: E089)
Admissions to SIT Tumkur B.E. programs are highly contested among top-ranked candidates across Karnataka and pan-India. Below are benchmark closing ranks from recent admission cycles:
| B.E. Branch | KCET Cutoff (GM) | COMEDK Cutoff (GM) |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | 5,800 – 7,200 | 8,500 – 11,200 |
| Information Science & Engineering (ISE) | 8,500 – 10,500 | 12,000 – 15,500 |
| Electronics & Communication (ECE) | 12,000 – 15,000 | 16,000 – 21,000 |
| Electrical & Electronics (EEE) | 22,000 – 28,000 | 30,000 – 38,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 45,000 – 65,000 | 45,000 – 58,000 |
SIT Tumkur Placements: ₹41.5 LPA Peak CTC
₹41.5 LPA
Conferred by premier product organizations like Cisco, Twilio, and Amazon.
₹6.50 LPA
Consistent multi-offer track record with 1,000+ job offers per batch.
Top hiring corporations include Amazon, Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, Robert Bosch, Mercedes-Benz, TCS Digital, Infosys, Cognizant, and Wipro. The institution's dedicated Department of Training & Placement organizes rigorous coding bootcamps, core engineering skill training, and industry interface sessions starting in the 4th semester.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fee structure for B.E. at SIT Tumkur?
Under KCET (Karnataka domicile), the annual tuition is ~₹1,07,000 to ₹1,12,000. Under COMEDK UGET (Open merit), it is ~₹2,64,000 per year. Management quota fees range from ₹3,00,000 to ₹4,00,000 annually.
What are the KCET and COMEDK codes for SIT Tumkur?
The institutional code for Siddaganga Institute of Technology is E089 for both KCET and COMEDK counseling.
How far is SIT Tumkur from Bengaluru?
SIT Tumkur is situated approximately 65 km north-west of Bengaluru along the 6-lane National Highway NH-48, well-connected by express trains, KSRTC buses, and upcoming suburban railway extensions.
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