Quick fee answer
For 2026-27, the primary management-quota fee comparison is: Presidency University CSE is ₹4,45,000 (year 1 payable); REVA University CSE is ₹5,00,000 (annual fee). Use the table below for branch-level rows and source labels.
At a Glance — Management Quota Fees 2026-27
One aligned table keeps branch fees, route status, and profile checks comparable row by row.
| Branch / check | Presidency University | REVA University |
|---|---|---|
| College profile | Presidency UniversityBangalore · Estd. 2013 | REVA UniversityBangalore · Estd. 2012 |
| Admission route | Management quota/private routeRows shown where current fee data exists | Management quota/private routeRows shown where current fee data exists |
| Type | Private (Karnataka State Private University) | Private |
| NAAC / NIRF | NAAC A · NIRF #201 | NAAC A+ · NIRF #201 |
| CSE | ₹4,45,000Year 1 payableVerified 30 Jun 2026 | ₹5,00,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required |
| CSE DS | ₹3,85,000Year 1 payableVerified 30 Jun 2026 | Not published |
| ECE | ₹2,85,000Year 1 payableVerified 30 Jun 2026 | ₹4,10,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required |
| ISE | ₹3,10,000Year 1 payableVerified 30 Jun 2026 | ₹4,75,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required |
| AI&DS | ₹4,45,000Year 1 payableVerified 30 Jun 2026 | ₹6,00,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required |
| CSE AIML | ₹4,35,000Year 1 payableVerified 30 Jun 2026 | ₹6,00,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required |
| CSE Cyber | ₹3,70,000Year 1 payableVerified 30 Jun 2026 | Not published |
| R&AI | ₹2,85,000Year 1 payableVerified 30 Jun 2026 | ₹3,50,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required |
Fee notes
The management-quota fee comparison below is rendered from the current 2026-27 fee rows, not authored comparison prose. Presidency University CSE is ₹4,45,000 (year 1 payable); REVA University CSE is ₹5,00,000 (annual fee).
Where Year 1 differs from later years, the amount is labelled as Year 1 payable rather than an annual fee.
Overview
Presidency University and REVA University are two strong Bangalore-based state private universities offering B.Tech engineering. Both admit through internal entrance plus KCET state quota at limited seats.
Academics
Presidency intake approximately 1,200. REVA intake approximately 2,500 with broader branch catalogue including Aerospace and Architecture.
Both colleges offer 4-year B.Tech programmes across CSE, ECE, EE, ME, and Civil with branch-specific specialisations. Presidency University is Private (Karnataka State Private University) with NAAC A accreditation. REVA University is Private with NAAC A+ accreditation. Both follow AICTE-approved curriculum with industry-aligned electives, project-based learning, and credit-transfer options. CSE remains the most competitive branch at both, with ECE/IT close behind. Mechanical, Civil, and Chemical have lower cutoffs but solid placements at the better institution of the two.
Placements
Presidency 2024: highest 27 LPA, CSE around 9 LPA. REVA 2024: highest 30 LPA, CSE around 9 LPA.
Placement profiles at both institutions follow standard tier-based outcomes. CSE/IT branches typically see top recruiters (Microsoft, Adobe, Goldman Sachs, Amazon, plus Indian product+services companies). Core branches (Mech, Civil, Chemical) place at industry tier-2-3 with PSU pipeline (ONGC, IOCL, NTPC, BHEL) where applicable. Internship + final placement timeline runs sem 5-7 with on-campus drives, off-campus applications, and pre-placement offers from semester-6 internships. Branch-wise median package varies — verify with each college's official placement disclosure (NIRF data submission) for exact numbers.
Campus Life
Presidency is on a 100-acre campus in Yelahanka. REVA is on 45 acres in Yelahanka. Both close to north Bangalore IT corridor.
Verdict
Roughly equivalent academic and placement quality. REVA has broader programmes and slightly lower fees.
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