How was the BMS Institute of Technology and Management Established
Introduction
Established in 2002, BMS Institute of Technology & Management was envisioned as a natural extension of the legacy initiated by B. M. Sreenivasaiah, founder of India’s first private engineering college, BMS College of Engineering BMS Institute of Technology, in 1946. The new institute was set up by the B.M.S. Educational Trust, under the leadership of Mr. Narayana, Sreenivasaiah’s illustrious son, to expand technical education opportunities in Karnataka
Located in Bengaluru’s northeastern outskirts—on Doddaballapur Main Road near Yelahanka—the institute began its journey across a lush 21–25 acre campus, offering undergraduate programs in core engineering disciplines: Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, and more. It immediately became well-known for its cutting-edge facilities, committed faculty, and quickly expanding academic offerings.
In 2005, VTU granted BMS Institute of Technology immediately became well-known for its cutting-edge facilities, committed faculty, and quickly expanding academic offerings. Centers and fostering doctoral work on campus. Driven by a forward-thinking approach to education, the institute adopted Outcome-Based Education (OBE) and Project-Based Learning (PBL) early on, differentiating its pedagogy through learner-centric and industry-aligned models.
Over the years, BMSIT&M expanded to include seven undergraduate and four postgraduate programs, including M.Tech, MCA, and MBA, and earned accreditations such as NAAC ‘A’ and NBA for eligible programs. In 2020, the institute was granted autonomous status under VTU, which allowed it greater academic freedom & improved curriculum design in response to industry demands.
Conclusion
BMSIT&M is a top-tier choice for KCET aspirants aiming for quality education at an affordable fee. BMS Institute of Technology, with a strong academic infrastructure, & a placement-driven approach, remains one of Karnataka's best engineering destinations.