Overview

The BV Bhoomaraddi College of Engineering and Technology (BVBCET) in Hubli, Karnataka was founded in 1947 as a polytechnic institute in Gadag and then moved to Hubli in 1948 with the upgraded status of an engineering college. BVBCET is affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belgaum, and achieved its autonomous status in 2007. An ISO: 9001-2000 certified institution, BVBCET is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). It offers 12 undergraduate and eight postgraduate programs, besides M.Sc.(Eng.) and Ph.D. programs. BVB Training and Placement cell imparts training to students from second year BE onwards through HR programs like ‘VIKAS’. Top-notch companies such as TCS, MindTree , iGate Patni, Infosys, Accenture, TESCO, Robert Bosch, Informatica, Toshiba, Delphi, and Akamai visit the BVB campus every year with lucrative offers. 2011 batch saw 944 job offers while 2012 batch saw 891 job opportunities.

Campus

The BVB campus sprawls over 53 acres hosting world class infrastructure including modern classrooms, state-of-the-art laboratories, and facilities for outdoor and indoor sports. Outdoor sports facilities include an athletics track and spacious play grounds for cricket, volleyball, basketball, and football. There is an auditorium and a multi gym with weight lifting facilities too. The library is open 24 hours, and is well-stocked with large volumes of books and reference material. BVB offers accommodation for both boys and girls. Around 2000 students reside in hostels inside the campus.

Academics

BVB offers 12 under-graduate and 8 post graduate programs in various disciplines through its 12 departments. The college boasts a proficient faculty dedicated to the education and well-being of students. Undergraduate (B.Tech) programs offered are: Architecture Automation and Robotics Automobile Engineering Biotechnology Civil Engineering Computer Science and Engineering Electrical and Electronics Engineering Electronics and Communication Engineering Industrial and Production Engineering Information Science and Engineering Instrumentation Technology Mechanical Engineering Postgraduate programs (M.Tech.) offered at BVB are: Computer Science Digital Electronics Energy Systems Engineering Production Management Structural Engineering VLSI Design & Testing Other Postgraduate programs offered are: Master of Computer Application (MCA) Master of Business Administration (MBA) Extra-Curricular Activities: BVB focuses on holistic development of its students and offers ample opportunities for recreation and play. Sports such as cricket, basketball, volleyball, and tennis are widely encouraged. The VTU sports meet is a major event for students to show case their sporting skills.

General Information

Admission

Admissions are done as per the Karnataka State Government regulations. Candidates should have cleared the Common Entrance test conducted by the Government of Karnataka (CET/Management seats) or ComedK Entrance Test (ComedK/Management seats) or All India Engineering Entrance Test (AIEEE - Management seats). Fees: Fee for undergraduate (B.Tech) course is about 1.25 lac per annum, with tuition fees ranging from about 15,000 to Rs 25,000. Post graduate (M.Tech ) tuition fee ranges from Rs 20,000 to Rs 60,000 per annum.

Achievement

BVB is the first college in Karnataka to introduce Humanities department aimed at helping engineers nurture their social responsibilities, via programs like Social Innovation.

Accommodation

BVB offers accommodation facilities for both boys and girls. Out of a total of 4000 students in the institute, at least 2000 reside in hostels inside the campus. All essential facilities like 24 hours water supply, electricity, Wi-Fi, and television are available in the hostel.