OCT Bhopal B.Tech Civil Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Admission to the college is through JEE Mains state-level counseling, based on 12th-grade and JEE marks. The reviewer joined the civil engineering branch via the Tuition Fee Waiver scheme, paying an annual fee of 5000 INR. The college is popular for its reputation and lower fees in Bhopal. The faculty comprises about 60% experienced teachers, but there are issues with shortages and some staff lacking subject knowledge. Courses include seven daily lectures: five theory and two practical sessions.

The college charges approximately 75,000 INR per year, with additional costs like a 10,000 INR admission fee for dress and bag, and a 12,000 INR bus service fee, totaling around 87,000 INR annually. The fee structure is seen as costly with hidden expenses beyond tuition, hostel, and mess fees. Placement opportunities vary by branch, with CSE and IT enjoying better prospects and average packages of around 3 lakhs. Civil and Mechanical branches face difficulties, with only 10% placement, and TCS being the dominant recruiter.

Of 150 students, about 70 were placed, yielding a 47% placement rate. The training and placement department is not very active, reducing chances for civil engineering students. Internships are available, though often unpaid and more beneficial for technical students. Government scholarships based on JEE scores are available for SC, ST, and general categories, while the college does not offer its own scholarships. Fees are course-dependent: CSE at Rs 90,000, Civil at Rs 50,000, and Mechanical at Rs 40,000, with total program costs ranging from Rs 4.5 to Rs 5 lakhs.

Annual fees, including bus costs, range from Rs 95,000 to Rs 1 lakh. Scholarships for lower-category students are government-funded and transferred directly to their bank accounts, aiding fee payment. Despite challenges, campus recruitment is a positive feature, offering job opportunities before graduation.