SDM College of Engineering and Technology - [SDMCET]

Dharwad, Karnataka Government Estd 1979 Updated Aug 2026

NIRF #251 AICTE, NBA approved Engineering Management Science

4.1 out of 10 · 272 reviews

Website

Annual fees ₹11.55 L

Student rating 4.1 / 10

Courses offered 10

Exams accepted 5

Established 1979

At a glance

Established 1979

Ownership Government

Approved by AICTE, NBA

Campus Dharwad, Karnataka

Courses 10 on record

Student reviews 272

About SDM College of Engineering and Technology - [SDMCET]

Overview

SDMCET, Dharwad, stands for Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College of Engineering & Technology. It was established in 1979 under the SDME Society.

The institute is self-financing and affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technical University (Belgaum) and University Grants Commission (New Delhi). It is approved by AICTE and accredited by NAAC with an 'A' grade.

Rankings

SDMCET is ranked 127th in the colleges category in India in the Times Engineering Ranking 2025. According to CollegeHunt Ranking, SDMCET ranked 709 in India in 2025 as a top engineering college.

Courses Offered

SDMCET offers UG, PG, and PhD courses. Its flagship program is BE.

Fees and Admission

The annual fees for programs range from INR 1.25 LPA to INR 4.50 LPA. Admission is based on COMEDK UGET scores.

Cutoffs are set by the college, and direct admissions are also accepted.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have qualified for 10+2 in the science stream with at least 45% marks. They must also have a valid score in COMEDK UGE.

Courses & fees

Course	Duration	Total fees
Bachelor of Engineering [BE] 10+2 with 45% + COMEDK/CET	4 Years	₹ 5.58 L - 12.88 L
Bachelor of Engineering [BE] (Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning)	—	₹ 12.88 Lakhs
Master of Technology [M.Tech] Graduation with 50% + PGCET	2 Years	₹ 2.04 L
Master of Technology [M.Tech] (Computer Aided Design of Structures) (CADS)	—	₹ 2.04 Lakhs
Master of Business Administration [MBA] Graduation + KMAT/PGCET	2 Years	₹ 3.2 L
Master of Business Administration [MBA] (Human Resource Management)	—	₹ 3.2 Lakhs

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at SDM College of Engineering and Technology - [SDMCET]?

Fees at SDM College of Engineering and Technology - [SDMCET] start from ₹11.55 L per year, depending on the course. The Courses & Fees tab lists the programme-wise figures.

What is the admission process for SDM College of Engineering and Technology - [SDMCET]?

SDM College of Engineering and Technology - [SDMCET] admission process for 2026 involves entering through national/state level entrance exams.

Where is SDM College of Engineering and Technology - [SDMCET] located?

SDM College of Engineering and Technology - [SDMCET] is located in Dharwad, Karnataka. Address: Kalaghatagi Road, Dharwad India.

Is SDM College of Engineering and Technology - [SDMCET] a government or private college?

SDM College of Engineering and Technology - [SDMCET] is listed as a government institution in Dharwad. It was established in 1979.

What approvals does SDM College of Engineering and Technology - [SDMCET] have?

SDM College of Engineering and Technology - [SDMCET] lists these approvals and accreditations: AICTE, NBA. Confirm the current status with the regulator before applying.

What is the NIRF ranking of SDM College of Engineering and Technology - [SDMCET]?

SDM College of Engineering and Technology - [SDMCET] appears in the NIRF listing at rank #251. NIRF ranks are published within a category, not as one overall order.

What courses does SDM College of Engineering and Technology - [SDMCET] offer?

SDM College of Engineering and Technology - [SDMCET] lists 36 programmes. The Courses & Fees tab shows each one with its fee.

How do I apply to SDM College of Engineering and Technology - [SDMCET]?

Applications are made through the official website (sdmcet.ac.in) or, for entrance-based courses, the relevant counselling authority. You can also use the Apply button on this page to request a callback.