Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
₹1.95LAnnual · /yr
Reviewed 26 Apr 2026KARE · KrishnankoilKalasalingam Academy of Research and Education Fees 2026-27, Courses & Admission
Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education is an university in Krishnankoil, Tamil Nadu. Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education offers 7 programmes at undergraduate level. These include…
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About KARE
Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education is an university in Krishnankoil, Tamil Nadu. Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education offers 7 programmes at undergraduate level. These include Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Computer Science and Engineering, Biotechnology, Electronics and Communication Engineering and Civil Engineering, among others. Kalasalingam runs an extensive on-campus hostel system on its 800-acre Krishnankoil campus near Madurai. First-year B.Tech students are typically allocated triple-sharing rooms with double and single occupancy from the second year by seniority. Annual hostel and mess fees for 2025-26 broadly fall in the ₹95,000-1,30,000 range inclusive of mess. Mess service includes vegetarian and non-vegetarian counters with predominantly Tamil cuisine plus North Indian and limited Continental rotations. Wi-Fi, hot-water geysers, gymnasium access, study lounges and CCTV are standard. Research activity at Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education spans the institute's engineering departments, with faculty-led + student-supported projects across emerging and established areas. The campus extends over about 300 acres. The KARE Krishnankoil campus extends across 800 acres in Tamil Nadu — among India largest single-campus engineering institutions.
Direct Admission · Not applicable
No management quota
at KARE
Unverified collected note; this does not establish a current admissions route or applicable fee. The official Kalasalingam fee-details page publishes Resident Indian, Non-Resident Indian and Foreign National fee structures. It does not publish a separate management-quota engineering fee route, so the resident Indian branch fees are labelled Regular on College AndFees.
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Courses & costs
KARE fees
Each amount is shown with the academic year and applicant category stated by its source.
| Programme | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence and Data ScienceTuition | 2026-27 | ₹1,95,000per year |
| Computer Science and EngineeringTuition | 2026-27 | ₹1,95,000per year |
| BiotechnologyTuition | 2026-27 | ₹1,60,000per year |
| Electronics and Communication EngineeringTuition | 2026-27 | ₹1,60,000per year |
| Civil EngineeringTuition | 2026-27 | ₹1,00,000per year |
| Mechanical EngineeringTuition | 2026-27 | ₹1,00,000per year |
| Electrical and Electronics EngineeringTuition | 2026-27 | ₹1,00,000per year |
| Computer Science and EngineeringTuition · Resident Indian Fee Structure Source | 2026-27 | ₹1,95,000per year |
| B.Tech (All other Disciplines) Source | ₹1,00,000 | |
| All programmesApplication fee Source | ₹600one-time | |
| Other chargesOther charges Source | ₹12,000 | |
| B.Tech.(CSE), B.Tech.(AI&DS) & B.Tech.(IT)Tuition · Resident Indian Fee Structure Source | 2026-27 | ₹1,95,000per year |
| B.Tech.(ECE) & B.Tech. (Biotech) Source | ₹1,60,000 |
Placements · 2024
KARE placements
College-wide placements for 2024: a highest package of 42 LPA.Source: placement source
₹42L · 2024College-wide
₹42L · College-wide · 2024
Branch-wise packages
B.Tech programmes · B.Tech programmeshighest ₹30L placement source
Recruiter network
Larson & ToubroIBMHCLDELLTexmoTVSSiemensBosch
Campus
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Programmes · intake
Programmes & intake
Computer Science and Engineering
₹1.95LAnnual · /yr
Biotechnology
₹1.6LAnnual · /yr
Electronics and Communication Engineering
₹1.6LAnnual · /yr
Civil Engineering
₹1LAnnual · /yr
Mechanical Engineering
₹1LAnnual · /yr
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
₹1LAnnual · /yr
Recognition & affiliations
AICTE Letter of Approval records published by KARE
- Regulator
- UGC deemed list
NIRF 2025 Engineering Ranking
- Regulator
- NAAC accreditation record
NIRF record
Faculty & teaching
Admissions · collected information
KARE admissions
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Hostel · campus
KARE hostel
KARE hostel details are listed in this section. Kalasalingam runs an extensive on-campus hostel system on its 800-acre Krishnankoil campus near Madurai. First-year B.Tech students are typically allocated triple-sharing rooms.
Kalasalingam runs an extensive on-campus hostel system on its 800-acre Krishnankoil campus near Madurai. First-year B.Tech students are typically allocated triple-sharing rooms with double and single occupancy from the second year by seniority. Annual hostel and mess fees for 2025-26 broadly fall in the ₹95,000-1,30,000 range inclusive of mess. Mess service includes vegetarian and non-vegetarian counters with predominantly Tamil cuisine plus North Indian and limited Continental rotations. Wi-Fi, hot-water geysers, gymnasium access, study lounges and CCTV are standard.
From the sources
Scholarships — sourced details
| Fee category | Deemed uniform Source |
|---|---|
| Period | per year Source |
| Fee year | 2026-27 Source |
| Component | Tuition annual Source |
| Fee set by | College Source |
| Amount (INR) | 195000 Source |
| Is estimate | No Source |
| Fee category | Resident Indian Fee Structure Source |
| Fee authority | College Source |
| Year of study | All years Source |
| Programme code | All Source |
| Student category | All Source |
Infrastructure & facilities
Labs, library, sports, hostels & campus facilities
The KARE Krishnankoil campus extends across 800 acres in Tamil Nadu — among India largest single-campus engineering institutions.
300 ac
Campus area
Campus facilities
Boys HostelGirls HostelWiFi CampusLibrarySports ComplexCafeteriaMedical CentreLabsPlacement CellGym
Research & rankings
Centres, patents, grants & MoU partnersResearch activity at Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education spans the institute's engineering departments, with faculty-led + student-supported projects across emerging and established areas.
Notable alumni
Distinguished graduates, rank holders & events
The alumni network of Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education spans engineering and tech industry professionals across India and globally, with concentrations in Krishnankoil and metro tech hubs (Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, Chennai, Kolkata).
Same state
Other Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu
Admissions reading
Helpful guides for your admission
Planning your application to KARE? These guides break down the fees, counselling rounds and quota routes step by step.
Reach the college
KARE contact details
| Address | AND EDUCATION (Deemed to be University Under Section 3 of UGC Act 1956) Anand Nagar, Krishnankoil-626126 |
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From the sources
More details
| Official name | Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education Source |
|---|---|
| Institution type | Deemed university Source |
| Established | 1984 Source |
| NIRF rank | 33 Source |
| Ranking year | 2025 Source |
| NAAC grade | A++ Source |
| Ranking category | Engineering Source |
| NBA programmes | Mechanical Engineering Source |
| Name | Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education Source |
| Institution type | Deemed Source |
| Affiliation status | Self Source |
| Centralised portal | No Source |
| Discipline | Engineering Source |
| Programme code | BTECH Source |
| Name | B.Tech in Aeronautical Engineering Source |
| Study level | UG Source |
| Eligibility | 10+2 with at least 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology; selection through KUEE or JEE Main Source |
| Stated cycle | 2026-27 Source |
| Awarding body | Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education Source |
| Approving body | Deemed university Source |
| Duration in years | 4 Source |
| Specialisation | AE Source |
| Approval status | Recognised Source |
| Section 12 status | Not applicable Source |
FAQ
KARE FAQs
What is the B.Tech tuition fee at Kalasalingam Academy (KARE) Krishnankoil for 2026-27?
For AY 2026-27, B.Tech tuition at KARE Krishnankoil is approximately Rs 1.5 lakh to Rs 2.5 lakh per year depending on branch. Computer Science and Engineering, CSE specialisations (AI & ML, Cyber Security, Data Science), and Information Technology sit at the upper end of the band (approximately Rs 2.2-2.5 lakh per year). Core engineering branches like Mechanical, Civil, EEE, ECE, Aerospace, Biomedical, Chemical, Automobile and Food Processing are priced lower (approximately Rs 1.5-2 lakh per year). Caution deposit, examination fees, and university development fees are additional. NRI and foreign national seats are priced higher per KARE's international fee schedule. The exact 2026-27 fee schedule is published on kalasalingam.ac.in before admissions open.
What are the hostel and mess charges at KARE Krishnankoil?
Hostel charges at KARE Krishnankoil for 2026-27 are approximately Rs 60,000 to Rs 1 lakh per year depending on room type (AC vs non-AC, double vs triple occupancy). AC rooms are in the upper band (Rs 80,000 to Rs 1 lakh per year) and non-AC rooms are lower (Rs 50,000 to Rs 70,000 per year). Mess charges are billed separately at approximately Rs 40,000 to Rs 50,000 per year, covering vegetarian and non-vegetarian meal plans. Separate hostels are provided for male and female students with furnished rooms, 24x7 security, Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Combined hostel-plus-mess annual outlay is typically Rs 1-1.5 lakh per year. Final 2026-27 tariff is published on the KARE hostel page and is subject to revision annually.
What scholarships are available at KARE for B.Tech students?
KARE Krishnankoil offers merit scholarships for high-scoring KEE (Kalasalingam Entrance Examination) and JEE Main rank holders, with tuition waivers of up to 100 per cent for top performers and graduated discounts (25 to 75 per cent) for lower rank bands. DST-INSPIRE scholarships support meritorious science and engineering students. AICTE Pragati (for girls) and AICTE Saksham (for differently-abled) schemes provide up to Rs 50,000 per year. Tamil Nadu state post-matric scholarships (SC, ST, OBC, minority) are processed through the state scholarship portal for eligible Tamil Nadu domicile students with valid caste certificates and family income proof. The Kalasalingam Trust also operates discretionary fee concessions for meritorious students from economically weaker backgrounds. Exact thresholds are published annually on the admissions page.
What is the eligibility criteria for B.Tech admission at KARE?
To be eligible for B.Tech admission at KARE Krishnankoil, candidates must have passed class 12 (or equivalent 10+2) from a recognised board with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and one of Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or Computer Science as the fourth subject, with a minimum aggregate of 50 per cent (45 per cent for SC, ST, OBC reserved categories). A valid KEE, JEE Main, or Tamil Nadu state counselling rank is required for the respective admission channel. Minimum age is 17 years as on 31 December 2026. Lateral entry to second year B.Tech is open to diploma holders in engineering with at least 50 per cent aggregate and/or a valid lateral entry test score as per KARE's published rules.
What is the difference between Kalasalingam College, Kalasalingam University, and KARE?
All three names refer to the same institution at different points in its history. Kalasalingam College of Engineering was established in 1984 by Dr. T. Kalasalingam under the Kalasalingam Trust and operated as a college affiliated to Anna University and its predecessors. In 2006, the Ministry of Human Resource Development and UGC conferred Deemed-to-be University status under Section 3 of the UGC Act 1956, and the institution was renamed Kalasalingam University. Subsequently, it was repositioned as Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education (KARE) to reflect its research-university identity. The legal entity, main campus at Anand Nagar Krishnankoil, faculty, and academic programmes are continuous — only the brand and university-format has evolved.
Which B.Tech branches are offered at KARE Krishnankoil?
KARE Krishnankoil offers B.Tech programmes across a comprehensive range of engineering branches. Core computing branches include Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), CSE with specialisation in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, CSE with Cyber Security, CSE with Data Science, and Information Technology (IT). Core engineering branches include Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE), Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, and Automobile Engineering. Specialist branches include Aerospace Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Food Processing and Engineering. Total UG intake across all B.Tech branches is approximately 2,500 seats. The full 2026-27 programme list with per-branch sanctioned intake is published on the KARE admissions page.
What accreditations and rankings does KARE Krishnankoil hold?
KARE Krishnankoil is recognised as a Deemed-to-be University under Section 3 of the UGC Act 1956 (conferred 2006), with UGC Section 2(f) and 12(B) recognition. Tech degrees that supports global portability. DSIR-SIRO recognition supports the research agenda.
Sources
Verification & sources
This page cites 20 source links. Each source is linked beside the facts it supports.
- kalasalingam.ac.in — KARE official About Us
- kalasalingam.ac.in — KARE official Contact
- ugc.gov.in · pdf — UGC Consolidated Deemed Universities List
- nirfindia.org — NIRF 2025 Engineering Ranking
- kalasalingam.ac.in — KARE official Accreditation page
- kalasalingam.ac.in — KARE official home page
- kalasalingam.ac.in — Program Offer
- kalasalingam.ac.in — Admissions
- kalasalingam.ac.in — Fee Details 2026-2027
- apply.kalasalingam.ac.in — Application portal
- kalasalingam.ac.in — KARE Hostel Mess
- kalasalingam.ac.in — KARE B.Tech
- kalasalingam.ac.in — KARE Policies
- kalasalingam.ac.in — KARE AICTE Letter of Approval
- kalasalingam.ac.in — KARE Placement
- kalasalingam.ac.in — KARE Academic Regulation
- kalasalingam.ac.in · pdf — KARE B.Tech Regulation 2018
- kalasalingam.ac.in — KARE International Research Center
- kalasalingam.ac.in — KARE Academic Research
- kalasalingam.ac.in · pdf — KARE Quarterly Report 2022-IV
Reviewed by
Amrit Ashu
Lead Admission Counsellor. RV College of Engineering 2017 graduate, guiding students for admissions in Bangalore since 2017. Every figure on this page is checked against the official disclosures and sources linked beside it; admissions-office conversations are not used as citations.