University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering (UVCE)

Overview:

University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering, Bangalore was established in the year 1917 and by Bharat Ratna Sri M. Visvesvaraya. The institute is approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) as well as the Government of Karnataka. The college received accreditation from National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), Council of Architecture (COA) and its courses have been accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). The college is also a recipient of financial aid under World Bank’s Technical Education Quality Improvement Programme (TEQIP). It is permanently affiliated to Bangalore University and its campus is spread over 15 acres of land.

Ownership - Private

Genders accepted - Co-Ed

About UVCE

University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering (UVCE) , established by Bharat Ratna Sir M Visvesvaraya in 1917, is affiliated to Bangalore University and offers six engineering courses. The campus, spread over 10 acres in KR Circle, is surrounded by lush greenery and is located near the picturesque Cubbon Park, as well as important landmarks like Vidhana Soudha, Karnataka High Court, and City Civil Court. The proximity to the Metro, City Bus Station, and Railway Station facilitates easy access to the campus from any part of the city.

Situated in Jnana Bharathi Campus, which covers 50 acres and is the hub of University Post Graduate academic activities, the Engineering Campus has departments of Civil Engineering and Architecture. UVCE has grown exponentially over the years, producing some of the best engineers in the country. The college provides an environment for the all-round development of students through a mix of academic and extracurricular activities. Students are hardworking, cultured, highly disciplined, and have upheld the institution's values for years.

UVCE instills a zealous spirit in students, inspiring them to explore new realms of engineering and achieve greatness. Students experience a different way of learning compared to most conventional engineering colleges. Despite the visible lack of infrastructure, the vivacity and learning at UVCE are propelled by the students themselves.

Scholarships

Scholarships subject to the central and state government as well as college rules.

Entrance Exams

·       Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE)

·       Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main

·       Karnataka Post Graduate Common Eligibility Test (PGCET)

·       Consortium of Medical, Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka (COMED-K)

·       Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET)

·       National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA)

Why to get admission in UVCE?

Worldwide Recognition: The oldest and most prestigious Engineering Colleges in Karnataka, with its unique blend of cutting-edge education and active industrial involvement, is internationally renowned. The institution was the fifth overall Engineering college created in India, and it also received financial assistance from the World Bank's Technical Education Quality Improvement Programme (TEQIP).

Range of Courses: The institution offers seven undergraduate (B.E / B.Arch) Electronics and Communication, Electrical and Electronics, Mechanical, Computer Science, Information Science, Civil Engineering and Bachelor of Architecture. The college also provides twenty-four postgraduate (M.E / M.Arch.) programmes. The college also offers Ph. D and B.E. Lateral course in various streams.

Alumni Network: UVCE Alumni have engraved "UVCE" as a highly recognised institution and are preserving the revered honour of the university soaring high in their various fields/organizations. UVCE alumni are notable not only for their achievements that have brought significant notoriety to the university, but also for making the nation proud on a worldwide scale.

Extracurricular Activities: The college is a centre for a variety of technical and non-technical activities that take place throughout the year. The ever-active students are assigned to develop numerous special interest groups in college in order to promote their technical and creative skill sets on a variety of platforms while assisting one another. Each of these activities is made possible by the efforts of the whole student fraternity. Many technical and cultural fests, namely MILAGRO,

IMPETUS, INSPIRON, FIESTA, KAGADA and ESPORTIVO are held round the year. More information about these is available on the college website.

Placement: UVCE has a remarkable record of academic excellence, with around 90% of its outgoing students recruited by globally recognized multi-national and Indian companies. The Training & Placement Office facilitates a Training Programme at the institutional level to orient students with life skills. In 2021-22, prestigious companies visited UVCE for campus recruitment, with around 653 offers made to students across various streams. The highest package of INR 30 LPA was offered to three students, and the average salary offered was INR 5.5 LPA. UVCE has consistently maintained an excellent recruitment record, reflecting its students' exemplary performance in placements in the corporate and engineering sectors.

Research: In recent years, the majority of students have been interested in research and have published technical articles as well as been recognised at International Conferences and Journals. The faculty and students have also filed and published various patents under their names.

Extensive Library: The Library at this institution boasts an impressive collection of over 1.55 lakh books, including 91,000 titles and 64,000 volumes, as well as journals covering various fields of engineering and general subjects. It serves the needs of 5,000 students, faculty, and staff, and also has a back volume of technical journals, thesis dissertations, rare books, project reports, CDs, and DVDs covering a wide range of subjects. The Electronic Library allows access to e-resources such as IEEE, ASME, ASCE, and Springer publications, with full-text access to e-books available across all subjects. Additionally, the library features a Language Lab and Virtual Classroom for up to 100 students to use simultaneously.

Career Opportunities

·       Software Engineer

·       Data Scientist

·       AI & ML Engineer

·       Business Analyst

·       Electronics Engineer

·       Civil Engineer

·       Mechanical Engineer

·       Structural Engineer

·       Geotechnical Engineer

·       Material Technologist

·       Construction Technologist

·       Networking Engineer

·       Thermal Engineer

·       Power Systems Engineer

·       Bioinformatics Engineer

·       Earthquake Engineer

·       Cyber Security Engineer

·       IoT Engineer

·       Machine Design Engineer

·       Material Technologist

·       Production Engineer

·       Control Systems Engineer

·       Instrumentation Engineer

·       Highway Engineer

·       VLSI & Embedded System Engineer

·       Teacher or Professor

·       Research Analyst

·       Scientist

·       And many more…

Location Perks

UVCE is located in the centre of Bangalore, often known as India's Silicon Valley. Many technological businesses, startups, and research institutes are located in the city, giving students with opportunity to meet with industry experts and obtain real-world experience.Furthermore, UVCE offers access to a variety of libraries, museums, research institutes, and government organizations, allowing students to succeed in their academic interests. The nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru, which is 36 km away. The nearest railway station is Krantivira Sangolli Rayanna Railway Station, which is 3.4 km away.

FAQs

Ques. Does the college provide hostel facilities?

Both the Jnana Bharathi and City Campuses provide distinct hostel facilities for males and girls. Living as a community in the hostel will result in the overall development of a hostelite's personality and will undoubtedly help to build decent citizens.

Ques. How is the sports infrastructure at the college?

The sports infrastructure is top notch. College provides all indoor and outdoor games facilities like Cricket, Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Badminton, Chess, Carrom, Table Tennis and many more. The College sports teams participate in various sports competitions at university, college and state levels.

Ques. What is the total intake at this college?

Intake: Total (1159) | BE (704) | BArch (40) | ME (392) | GOI (35) | Ph.D (102)