UVCE Official Annual Fee Structure 2025-26: A Complete Breakdown for Batch of 2029

The University Visvesvaraya College of Engineering (UVCE) has released its official fee notification for the 2025-26 academic year (Batch of 2029). As UVCE has transitioned into an independent university, the fee structure is decided by the Board of Governors (BoG) and follows Government of Karnataka regulations. This document is the ultimate reference for all new and continuing students regarding their financial obligations.

Understanding the fee breakdown is crucial for planning your finances over the four years of your B.Tech or B.Arch course. This guide breaks down the consolidated totals, explains what each minor fee component covers, and provides critical clarity on fee exemptions for scholarship-eligible candidates.

Annual Fee Totals at a Glance

The base annual fees (excluding examination charges) for all B.Tech and B.Arch students (Batch of 2029) are:

First Year (Semester I): ₹49,600
Second to Fourth Year (Semesters III, V, VII): ₹48,250

Detailed Annual Fee Components

The annual fee is comprised of core components (like Tuition and Lab) and numerous smaller funds that support student welfare, activities, and infrastructure maintenance. Below is the full breakdown as detailed in the official UVCE Notification (Ref: UVCE/Admn/Fee-Noti/2025-26/164/589).

Particular	First Year (₹)	II to IV Year (₹)
Tuition Fee	32,000	32,000
University Registration Fee	4,000	2,500
Lab Fee	3,300	3,450
Admission Fee	3,500	3,500
Library Fee	1,500	1,500
Study Room / Reading Fee	1,200	1,200
Sports Fee + Development Fee	1,700	1,700
Medical Fee	900	900
NSS Fee	250	250
Magazine Fee	300	300
Placement & Guidance Fee	50	50
Other Misc. Funds (Red Cross, Women Cell, etc.)	~900	~900
TOTAL ANNUAL FEE	49,600	48,250

What The Minor Fees Cover

While the Tuition Fee is self-explanatory, UVCE students pay several statutory and organizational fees which are often overlooked:

University Registration Fee

Covers the official enrollment process with the university (₹4,000 in the first year). It drops to ₹2,500 in subsequent years.

College Development Fee (CDF)

A nominal charge meant to directly fund small-scale infrastructural development and maintenance within the college premises.

Welfare Funds

Mandatory contributions to state-level teachers' and students' welfare schemes (KSTBF, KSSWF, NETW).

Library & Reading Room

A combined ₹2,700 fee that ensures access to physical library collections, digital e-journals, and designated study areas.

UVCE Examination Fee Structure (Per Semester)

In addition to the annual administrative fee, students are liable to pay examination fees every semester. This covers the logistics of grading, marks card generation, and convocation.

Component	Fee (₹)
Examination Fees	2,029
Marks Card Fee	199
Other Fee	77
TOTAL (Per Semester)	2,305

Late Payment Penalties

Strict penalties apply for late exam fee payments (I Penal: ₹220, II Penal: ₹440). It is highly recommended to pay these immediately upon notification to avoid severe issues with Hall Ticket generation or exam eligibility.

Scholarship & Fee Reimbursement Clarification

The university offers strict guidelines regarding fee exemptions for eligible categories. Students must meticulously follow the State Scholarship Portal (SSP) procedures.

Essential Contacts for Fee Matters

If you encounter discrepancies or require official clarification, reach out to the relevant administrative wings:

SSP Nodal Officer (UVCE): Primary contact for all scholarship applications, document verification, and SSP status checks.
Finance Officer (UVCE): Contact for direct fee payments, receipt generation, and reimbursement clearances.
Department Chairpersons: Responsible for attendance verification and issuing marks cards post-clearance.

Verify with the Official Document

We strongly encourage all students and parents to read the original legal document to ensure total compliance.

Download Official Fee Notification (PDF)

Reference: No. UVCE/Admn/Fee-Noti/2025-26/164/589 | Date: 21-08-2025
Disclaimer: All figures and rules are extracted directly from the official notification. Verify specific eligibility with the UVCE Administration.