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About CIT Tumkur

Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur was established in the year 2001. The Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur is approved by the All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE) and accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). The CIT Tumkur offers various diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral levels in full-time mode. 

Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur, is a privately recognised college that offers 21 courses under different specialisations. CIT Tumkur courses include Diploma programme, undergraduate B.Tech programme, postgraduate M.Tech programme and MBA programme and doctoral Ph.D course. For CIT Tumkur admissions to B.Tech course, KCET/COMEDK UGET/JEE Mains/AIEEE score is required. For CIT Tumkur admissions to PG courses, Karnataka PGCET/CMAT/MAT/KMAT/GATE scores are required. 

According to the NIRF 2025, out of 339 undergraduate students, 265 students got placed in topmost companies. The CIT Tumkur infrastructure consists of auditoriums, a library, hostels, a cafeteria, sports facilities, transport services and more CIT Tumkur facilities. The CIT Tumkur is affiliated with the Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi

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Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur Location

The Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology is located at NH 206 on the BH Road at Gubbi in Tumkur in Karnataka. 

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CIT Tumkur Highlights

ParameterDescription
Established2001
ExamJEE Main, KCET, GATE +5 more
Courses7 Degrees and 21 Courses
Institute TypeAffiliated College
ApprovalsAICTE
GenderCo-ed
Faculty Count129
Gender PercentageMale 55% and Female 45%

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CIT Tumkur Placements

Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur has a placement cell which offers placement to its students. The company accepts the invitation for placements at CIT Tumkur and shares its details with the placement cell. According to the NIRF 2025 report, a total of 265 undergraduate students got placed in top companies. The CIT Tumkur median package offered to the undergraduate students is Rs 4 LPA.The CIT Tumkur campus conducts the placement process, including pre-placement talk, written test, group discussion and personal interview. For CI...

Domain

Engineering and Architecture

Level

UG

Year

4 Years

Statistics for Academic Year 2023

ParticularsStatistics
First year total students intake 540
Total students admitted 490
Total Graduated Students 500
Total Placed Students 260
Placement Percentage 53.28
Total student gone for higher studies 12
Median Salary 4.00 L

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Key takeaways from CIT Tumkur's Placement Statistics

  • The Placement Percentage of CIT Tumkur has decreased by 23.92 %
  • There has been no change in the median salary of CIT Tumkur
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Student Diversification at CIT Tumkur

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Data Source: NIRF 2024

Courses offered by CIT Tumkur

Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur offers a total of 21 courses under different specialisations. The CIT Tumkur courses are approved by the All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE). Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur offers courses in a full-time mode.CIT Tumkur courses are offered under different disciplines such as Engineering & Architecture, Sciences and Management & Business Administration streams. The undergraduate courses at CIT Tumkur are offered with a duration of four years. The duration of all the...

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CIT Tumkur Scholarship

Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology, Tumkur offers scholarships to meritorious and needy students. CIT Tumkur scholarship department assists students in seeking scholarships from both government and private organisations. Candidates aspiring for CIT Tumkur scholarships have to meet the required eligibility criteria. Before applying for CIT Tumkur scholarships, candidates need to fill in the application form and submit the requisite documents. Eligible candidates can also avail scholarships offered by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). 

CIT conducts the Common Admission Test (CIT-CAT) to students from nearby districts. For those who succeed in this selection process, CIT provides a scholarship for one student in each discipline to pursue free engineering education. CIT Tumkur scholarships include MHRD Scholarships, Post-Graduate Indira Gandhi Scholarship for single girl child, Special Scholarship for pursuing free Engineering Education, Saksham Scholarship Scheme, Pragati Scholarship for Girls, Swanath Scholarship Scheme (Technical Degree), AICTE PG (GATE/GPAT) Scholarship, Rotary Bangalore South Scholarship, Sitaram Jindal Foundation Scholarships, Santoor Women's Scholarships, FFE (Foundation for Excellence) Scholarships, Scholarships for Minorities, Scholarships for SC/ ST and Scholarships for OBC (Category 1, 2A, 3A, and 3B). Mentioned below is the list of Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology scholarships, along with scholarship amount and eligibility requirements. 

Also see: CIT Tumkur Cutoffs

CIT Tumkur Scholarships- Scholarship Amount/ Eligibility Criteria

Scholarship

Scholarship Amount

Eligibility Criteria

MHRD Scholarships

N/A

Students who have secured more than 80% of marks in 2 year PUC can avail scholarships through PUE board Karnataka (MHRD Scholarships)

Post-Graduate Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child

The value of the scholarship is Rs.36,200 p.a for a period of two years only 

The scholarship is open for girl students up to the age limit of 30 years.


The candidate should be the single girl child of the family.


The candidate must have taken admission in the first year of a regular, full-time PG course in any recognised university or a post-graduate college.

AICTE Saksham Scholarship Scheme

Amount of scholarship that is a tuition fee of Rs. 30,000 or at actual, whichever is less and Rs.2000 per month for 10 months as incidentals charges each year.

This scholarship is for differently-abled students who have a disability of not less than 40%.


Candidates must be admitted to diploma/degree courses at an AICTE recognised institution.


The annual income of the family should be less than Rs.8 Lakhs per annum.

AICTE Pragati Scholarship for Girls

Amount of scholarship that is a tuition fee of Rs. 30,000 or at actual, whichever is less and Rs. 2,000 per month for 10 months as incidentals each year.

This scholarship is for girl candidates who have taken admission to the diploma/degree course at AICTE approved institution/college.


The annual income of the family should not be more than Rs.8 Lakhs.


Up to two girls per family can apply for the scholarship.

AICTE Swanath Scholarship Scheme (Technical Degree)

Rs. 50,000 per annum

Candidates should be pursuing a full-time degree-level course


Annual family income should not be more than Rs. 8 lakhs


Should belong to one of the following categories: 

Orphan/either or both parents died due to Covid-19/wards of armed forces and central paramilitary forces

AICTE PG (GATE/GPAT) Scholarship

Rs. 12,400 per month

Candidates who must have a valid mark in GATE/GPAT can apply.


Candidates must have taken admission in the first year of M.E/ M.Tech/ M.Pharma./ M.Arch courses at an AICTE recognised institution/college.

Sitaram Jindal Foundation Scholarship for Post Graduation Course like M.B.A

General Category Girls- Rs.1800/



The girl students must have an aggregate of 55% marks in the qualifying examination.

General Category Boys- Rs.1500/-


The boy students should have an aggregate of 60% marks in the qualifying examination.

Physically Challenged or Handicap Students - Rs.1800/-

For Karnataka 


The boy students must have an aggregate of 65% marks in the qualifying examination.


The girl students should have an aggregate of 60% marks in the qualifying examination.

Widows and unmarried wards of Ex-servicemen- Rs.1800/-

N/A

Sitaram Jindal Foundation Scholarship for Graduate Engineering Courses (all streams)

For Girls- Rs. 2300/-


For All States:

 

The boy students must have an aggregate of 65% marks in the qualifying exam


The girl students should have an aggregate of  60% marks in the qualifying exam.


 For Boys- Rs. 2000/-


Sitaram Jindal Foundation Scholarship for PG Courses Engineering

For Girls- Rs.3200/-


For Boys- Rs.2800/-

Sitaram Jindal Foundation Scholarship for students staying in hostel

Additional amount for hosteler

from Graduation/ PG Courses- Rs.1200/-


N/A

Engineering Courses (including PG Courses)-  Rs.1800/-

Scholarship for Minority students

(Pre-Matric Scholarship)

N/A

Candidates should have secured 50% marks in the last annual board/ class examination (not applicable for students studying in 1st std)


Annual income of the student’s parents/ guardians from all sources should not exceed Rs.1 Lakh for Pre Matric Scholarship.


A student should belong to Karnataka State.


Students of Karnataka domicile studying in other states are also eligible to apply in Karnataka. 

Scholarship for Minority students

(Post-Matric Scholarship)

N/A

Candidates should have secured 50% marks in the last annual board/ class examination (not applicable for students studying in 1st std)


Annual income of the student’s parents/ guardians from all sources should not exceed Rs.2 Lakh for Post Matric Scholarship.


A student should belong to Karnataka State.


Students of Karnataka domicile studying in other states are also eligible to apply in Karnataka.

Scholarship for Minority students

(Merit-Cum-Means  Scholarship)

N/A

Candidates should have secured 50% marks in the last annual board/ class examination (not applicable for students studying in 1st std)


Annual income of the student’s parents/ guardians from all sources should not exceed Rs.2.5 Lakh for Merit Cum Means Scholarship.


A student should belong to Karnataka State.


Students of Karnataka domicile studying in other states are also eligible to apply in Karnataka.

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Students Receiving Full Tuition Fee Reimbursement

UG (4 years): 179/1984
PG (2 years): 60/80

Data Source: NIRF 2024

CIT Tumkur Admission

Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur, offers admission to diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes. The CIT Tumkur admissions are based on entrance and merit. For CIT Tumkur admissions, candidates have to appear for the entrance examination required for admission to the institute. 

For CIT Tumkur admissions to the BTech course, candidates have to appear for the KCET/COMEDK UGET/JEE Mains/AIEEE entrance exam. For CIT Tumkur admissions to PG courses, Karnataka PGCET/CMAT/MAT/KMAT/GATE scores are required.

To proceed further with the CIT Tumkur admission process, candidates who have cleared the entrance examination have to appear for the counselling process. Selected candidates can apply by visiting the CIT Tumkur admission portal. The selected candidates have to submit their documents along with CIT Tumkur fees.

Also see: CIT Tumkur Courses

CIT Tumkur Registrations 2025

  • Candidates must visit the CIT Tumkur website.

  • Then, candidates should meet the CIT Tumkur eligibility criteria for the course.

  • Then, download the application form from the admission portal of the institute.

  • Fill out the CIT Tumkur application form with the required information.

  • Upload the documents required with the application form.

  • Submit the application form with the CIT Tumkur application fees.

Also see: CIT Tumkur Cutoffs

CIT Tumkur Admissions 2025 for Diploma Courses

Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur offers diploma courses under the specialisations such as Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Civil Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, and others. The CIT Tumkur diploma courses include diploma programmes in various specialisations, and the duration of these courses is 4 years.

Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Diploma Seat Intake and Eligibility Criteria

CoursesSeat IntakeEligibility Criteria

Diploma

120

Class 10+2 with at least 35% marks 

CIT Tumkur Diploma Admission Process 2025

  • Candidates must visit the official website of the college.

  • Then, eligible candidates have to apply for these courses through the CIT Tumkur official website.

  • Candidates should meet the eligibility criteria required for the course.

  • For CIT Tumkur diploma admission, candidates should have qualified for class 10th or SSC examination.

  • The selected candidates have to submit the documents for verification along with the CIT Tumkur course fees.

Also see: CIT Tumkur Placement

CIT Tumkur Admission 2025 for UG Courses

Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur offers BE and BCA at the undergraduate level. The CIT Tumkur UG courses include B.Tech courses at various specialisations and the duration of these courses is 4 years.

Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology UG Seat Intake and Eligibility Criteria

CoursesSeat IntakeEligibility Criteria

B.Tech

600

Class 10+2 with 45% marks + valid JEE Main/ COMEDK UGET/KCET score.

BCA

60

Class 10+2 

CIT Tumkur BTech Admission Process 2025

  • Visit the Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur website.

  • Candidates should meet the CIT Tumkur eligibility criteria for the course.

  • Eligible candidates should fill out the CIT Tumkur application form. 

  • For CIT Tumkur B.Tech admission, candidates have to appear for KCET/COMEDK UGET/JEE Mains/AIEEE entrance examination.

  • After clearing the entrance examination, candidates should appear for the counselling process.

  • The final CIT Tumkur admission will be done based on marks obtained in the entrance examination and the counselling process.

  • The selected candidates have to submit their documents for verification along with CIT Tumkur BTech fees.

Also see: CIT Tumkur Facilities

CIT Tumkur Admissions 2025 for PG Courses

The Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur, PG courses include MBA and MTech courses at the postgraduate level, and the duration of these courses is 2 years. The table below shows the postgraduate courses 

Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology PG Courses, Seat Intake and Eligibility Criteria

CoursesSeat IntakeEligibility Criteria

MTech

21

BTech degree with 50% marks in relevant fields from a recognised university + valid GATE/Karnataka PGCET score.

MBA

120

Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks in relevant subjects from a recognised board + valid CMAT/MAT/KMAT/Karnataka PGCET score.

CIT Tumkur MTech Admission Process 2025

  • Candidates must visit the CIT Tumkur official website.

  • Then, candidates must fill out the CIT Tumkur application form with all the required details.

  • Eligible candidates can appear for the GATE/Karnataka PGCET entrance exam.

  • Candidates must score the CIT Tumkur GATE/Karnataka PGCET cutoff set by the institute.

  • Selected candidates can submit the original documents in a prescribed format.

  • To complete the MTech admission process, candidates must pay the CIT Tumkur admission fees.

CIT Tumkur MBA Admission Process 2025

  • Candidates have to meet the CIT Tumkur eligibility criteria for the course.

  • Fill out the CIT Tumkur application form with all the required details.

  • For CIT Tumkur MBA admissions, CMAT, MAT and KMAT scores are also accepted.

  • Similarly, for CIT Tumkur MTech admissions, GATE scores are also accepted.

  • For CIT Tumkur PG admission, candidates have to appear for the Karnataka PGCET entrance examination.

  • Then candidates must meet the CIT Tumkur cutoff, and then register for a counselling session.

  • After qualifying the entrance examination, candidates have to appear for the COMEDK UGET counselling process.

  • The final CIT Tumkur selection will be made based on performance in the entrance examination and counselling process.

  • The selected candidates have to submit their documents for verification along with the CIT Tumkur MBA admission fees.

CIT Tumkur Admissions 2025 for PhD Course 

Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur offers various courses in PhD, such as Electronics and Communication Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering,  Mathematics, and Chemistry. The CIT Tumkur doctoral courses include PhD courses at various specialisations and the duration of these courses is 6 years.

Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology PhD Courses and Eligibility Criteria

CoursesEligibility Criteria

Ph.D

M.Phil course work degree with 55% marks or equivalent grade 'B' in the UGC 7-point scale from a recognised university.

CIT Tumkur PhD Admission Process 2025

  • Candidates must visit the official website of the college.

  • Candidates should meet the CIT Tumkur eligibility criteria for the course.

  • For CIT Tumkur Ph.D admission, candidates should appear for the entrance examination conducted by the institute.

  • After clearing the entrance examination, candidates should appear for the interview round.

  • The final CIT Tumkur admission will be done based on marks obtained in the entrance examination and interview round.

  • The selected candidates have to submit their documents for verification at CIT Tumkur College along with the course fees.

Documents Required for CIT Tumkur Admissions

  • 10th and 12th mark sheet and certificate

  • Graduation and Postgraduation mark sheet and certificate

  • Migration certificate

  • Transfer certificate

  • Character certificate

  • Caste certificate

  • Income certificate

  • Entrance Examination Scorecard

  • Domicile certificate (for students residing in Karnataka)

  • EWS Certificate

  • Passport Size Photographs

  • Valid ID Proof

Note: Candidates should carry the original and self-attested copies of the above-mentioned documents on the CIT Tumkur campus during the time of admission.

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CIT Tumkur Facilities

Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur offers a wide range of facilities on the campus for students and faculty members. CIT Tumkur facilities include separate hostels for boys and girls, a gymnasium, an auditorium, a healthcare centre, Wi-Fi, IT infrastructure, laboratories, bank facilities, and classrooms. All the hostel rooms are well furnished, and healthy food is served.  Students can avail the CIT Tumkur facilities of Wi-Fi networks, indoor games, TV rooms, and others.The CIT Tumkur has a cafeteria that provides nutritious, hea...
Boys Hostel
Girls Hostel
Medical/Hospital
Gym
Library
Sports
I.T Infrastructure
Cafeteria
Auditorium
Transport Facility
Alumni Associations
Wifi
Laboratories
Banks/ATMs
Classrooms
Convenience Store

Student Reviews for CIT Tumkur

College Infrastructure: 4.4/5
Academics: 4.5/5
Placements: 3.8/5
Value for Money: 1/5
Campus Life: 4.2/5

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CIT Tumkur Contact Address

Address:
Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology, Tumkur NH-206, BH Road, Gubbi, Tumkur - 572216, (Near Bangalore), Karnataka, India

CIT Tumkur Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Is CIT Tumkur a private or government institute?

The Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur is a private institution established in the year 2001 and it is also an affiliated college of Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi. 

2: What are the courses offered by CIT Tumkur?

The institute offers a total of 21 programmes consisting of 2 diplomas, 8 UG B.Tech, 3 PG M.Tech, MBA and 7 doctoral Ph.D programmes in the discipline of engineering & architecture, sciences and management & business administration.

3: How do I apply for admissions to CIT Tumkur?

Candidates can apply for admission through the CIT Tumkur official website of the institution and fill out the application form with the required information and documents are to be submitted, and then pay the CIT Tumkur application fee and submit the application form.

4: Is CIT Tumkur NBA accredited?

Yes, Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur is a privately recognised college and that is accredited by the NBA.

5: What is the campus size of Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur?

The campus size of Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur is 60 acres. The institute is around the 80km away from the Bangalore Highway 206. 

6: What are the scholarships for CIT Tumkur students?

The scholarships for CIT Tumkur students includes MHRD Scholarships, Post-Graduate Indira Gandhi Scholarship for a single girl child, Special Scholarship for pursuing free Engineering Education, Saksham Scholarship Scheme, Pragati Scholarship for girls, Swanath Scholarship Scheme (Technical Degree), AICTE PG (GATE/GPAT) Scholarship, Rotary Bangalore South Scholarship, Sitaram Jindal Foundation Scholarships, Santoor Women's Scholarships, FFE (Foundation for Excellence) Scholarships, Scholarships for Minorities, SC/ ST and OBC (Category 1, 2A, 3A, and 3B).

7: What is the eligibility criteria for M.Tech admission at CIT Tumkur?

The required eligibility criteria for M.Tech admission at CIT Tumkur is that the candidates must have secured an aggregate of 50% marks in B.E. / B.Tech. examinations (in relevant field) of VTU or any other examinations recognised as equivalent thereto.

8: What are the courses offered by CIT Tumkur?

The courses offered by CIT Tumkur are diploma, B.E /B.Tech, M.B.A, M.Tech and Ph.D in engineering, computer application and IT, management and business administration, sciences streams.

9: Is Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur affiliated to any university?

Yes, Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology Tumkur is affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi.

10: Is CIT Tumkur NAAC accredited?

Yes, CIT Tumkur is accredited by NAAC with B+ Grade.

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