About Bengaluru City University
Bengaluru City University (BCU), established in 2017, is a state government university located at Rukmini Knowledge Park, Kattigenahalli, Yelahanka, Bengaluru, Karnataka. Founded by the Government of Karnataka through the bifurcation of Bangalore University to better serve the urban areas of Bengaluru, the university is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under Section 2(f) and Section 12(B). BCU serves as an affiliating university for over 200+ colleges across Bengaluru city, offering diverse academic programs in arts, science, commerce, management, law, education, and professional courses. With a vision to provide quality higher education to the urban student population, the university emphasizes academic rigor, research innovation, industry collaboration, and holistic student development, making it a significant contributor to Karnataka's educational landscape.
The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs including B.A., B.Sc., B.Com, BBA, BCA, BBM, B.Ed, B.P.Ed, B.Tech in Computer Science, Electronics & Communication, Information Science, Mechanical, Civil, LLB, BA-LLB, BBA-LLB, MBA, MCA, M.A. in Kannada, English, Economics, History, Political Science, Sociology, Journalism & Mass Communication, M.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Data Science, M.Com, M.Tech, M.Ed, M.P.Ed, LLM, M.Phil, and Ph.D. programs across multiple disciplines. The developing 150+ acre campus at Rukmini Knowledge Park features modern infrastructure including well-designed classrooms, advanced laboratories for science and engineering streams, a growing central library with 50,000+ books and e-resources, computer centers with high-speed internet, seminar halls equipped with audio-visual technology, separate hostel facilities for boys and girls, sports grounds for cricket, football, athletics, basketball, volleyball courts, indoor sports complex.
Admission Overview
Admission at Bengaluru City University Bengaluru City University (BCU), located in Bengaluru, Karnataka, was established in 2017 after the trifurcation of Bangalore University. It is a state public university, recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited by NAAC. The university has numerous affiliated colleges across Bengaluru offering programs in arts, science, commerce, management, law, and education. Key Programs Undergraduate: BA, B.Sc., B.Com, BBA, BCA, B.Ed Postgraduate: MA, M.Sc., M.Com, MBA, MCA, M.Ed Professional Courses: LLB, MSW, M.Lib.Sc. Doctoral…
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Campus Overview
Campus & Facilities BCU is located in the heart of Bengaluru, providing a modern academic environment with essential facilities. Facilities Science and computer laboratories Central library with e-resources and journals Hostels for boys and girls Sports grounds and gymnasium Medical and health center Research and innovation centers
🎓Academic Zone
🏠Boys Hostel
🍽Canteen
🪑Cls. Room
🔬Computer Lab
🏠Girls Hostel
📚Library
⚕️Medical Facilities
🍴Mess
💼Placement
🏅Sports
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Placement Overview
Placements & Career Opportunities BCU has a dedicated placement cell that facilitates student recruitment and internships. Recruiters & Career Pathways IT companies like Infosys, Wipro, TCS Banking and financial institutions Educational institutions and NGOs Government organizations Highest Package: ₹8–10 LPA (management/IT roles) Average Package: ₹3–5 LPA across disciplines Students gain industry exposure through internships, workshops, and skill development programs organized by the university.
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Scholarship Overview
Scholarships & Financial Aid BCU offers multiple scholarship schemes to support students from diverse backgrounds. Government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC and minority students National scholarships under central schemes Merit-based concessions for high achievers Fee waivers for economically weaker sections On average, 25–30% of students benefit from scholarships or fee concessions annually.
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