Overview
KLE Technological University (KLE Tech), formerly known as the B.V. Bhoomaraddi College of Engineering and Technology (BVBCET), is a premier private university in North Karnataka. Founded in 1947 by the KLE Society, it was elevated to the status of a State Private University in 2015. The university has a rich legacy of over 75 years and is celebrated for its deep-rooted industry connections and a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem. KLE Tech is unique for its Centre for Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CTIE), which acts as a major Technology Business Incubator (TBI) in tier-II cities. It is widely recognized as a research-intensive institution that emphasizes "Experiential Learning" over traditional rote memorization. Establishment Year: 1947 Approved By / Recognized By: UGC, AICTE, NBA (Accredited for major branches) Type of Institution: Private University Main Campus: Hubballi (with additional campuses in Belagavi and Bengaluru) Infrastructure & Facilities: Campus Size: A lush 64-acre campus in Vidyanagar, Hubballi. Academic Blocks: High-tech classrooms with smart podiums, document cameras, and lecture capture systems. Laboratories: Features world-class labs including specialized research facilities for Advanced Construction Materials, Fire Testing, and Robotics. Library: The central library spans 3,000 sq. meters, housing over 98,000 volumes and providing remote access to massive digital databases like IEEE and ScienceDirect. Hostel Facilities: On-campus residential blocks with modern amenities for over 1,500 students. Entrepreneurship Hub: The CTIE has successfully incubated over 135 startups on campus.
Highlights
| College Name | KLE Technological University (KLE Tech), Hubballi |
| Approved by | AICTE |
| Establishment Year | 1947 |
| Ownership | Private |
| Gender Accepted | Co-Ed |
| Address | Vidya Nagar, Hubballi, Vidya Nagar - 580031, Karnataka |
| Contact No.: | View Contact No. |
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