R.T.E.Society’s, Rural Engineering College, Hulkoti vs Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, Bidar
Key facts, side by side
R.T.E.Society’s, Rural Engineering College, Hulkoti
- Location
- Karnataka · Private
- Think Grads Rating
- 2.8/5
- NAAC grade
- A · Sep 2027
- Last closing rank (General)
- 152,900
Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, Bidar
- Location
- Karnataka · Private
- Think Grads Rating
- 3.8/5
- NAAC grade
- A+ · Nov 2028
- Last closing rank (General)
- 60,199
Side by side, from official records
| R.T.E.Society’s, Rural Engineering College, Hulkoti | Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, Bidar | |
|---|---|---|
| NAAC grade | A · Sep 2027 | A+ · Nov 2028 |
| Last closing rank (General) | 152,900 | 60,199 |
Each number links to the college page section that shows its official source.
Admission and cutoffs
Both colleges are admitted through KCET. For round 3 of 2025, R.T.E. Society's General closing ranks in the range of 152,900 to 247,252 across its programmes. For Computer Science and Engineering, the General closing rank in the ROK quota was 244,461. For Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, it was 152,900.
Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College's General closing ranks in the same round range from 53,740 to 262,073. For Computer Science and Engineering, the General closing rank was 57,056 in the ROK quota and 86,483 in the HK quota. For Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, it was 53,740 in ROK and 60,199 in HK. Check the quota that applies to you before you compare these figures.
Approvals, accreditation and rankings
R.T.E. Society's, Rural Engineering College, Hulkoti holds a valid AICTE approval. Its NAAC grade is A, with a score of 3.18, valid from 27 September 2022 to 26 September 2027. Its Think Grads Rating is 2.8 out of 5.
Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, Bidar also holds a valid AICTE approval. Its NAAC grade is A+, with a score of 3.34, valid from 29 November 2023 to 28 November 2028. Its Think Grads Rating is 3.8 out of 5.
Campus and location
R.T.E. Society's, Rural Engineering College, Hulkoti is located in Hulkoti city, Gadag district, Karnataka. It offers one stream, engineering, with undergraduate programmes such as Computer Science and Engineering and Civil Engineering.
Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, Bidar is located in Bidar city and district, Karnataka. It offers engineering and management streams, with undergraduate programmes including Computer Science and Engineering and Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
Which one suits you
Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, Bidar suits students who prefer Bidar as their city, want a wider range of programme options including management, and have a KCET rank within its General closing range of 53,740 to 262,073.
R.T.E. Society's, Rural Engineering College, Hulkoti suits students who prefer Hulkoti in Gadag district, want an engineering-only college, and have a KCET rank within its General closing range of 152,900 to 247,252.
Frequently asked questions
Which college has the higher NAAC grade?
Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College holds a NAAC grade of A+ with a score of 3.34, valid to 2028-11-28. RTE Society's holds a NAAC grade of A with a score of 3.18, valid to 2027-09-26. Check both validity dates before you apply.
How do the KCET cutoffs compare for Computer Science and Engineering?
RTE Society's General closing rank under ROK was 2,44,461 in round 3 of 2025. Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College's General closing rank under ROK was 57,056 in the same round. The quota you fall under matters for your chances.
Which college offers more programme lines?
RTE Society's lists 7 undergraduate programme lines. Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College lists 8 undergraduate programme lines. Compare the programme names you care about most.
Do both colleges have AICTE approval?
Yes, both RTE Society's and Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College hold valid AICTE approval. Neither is listed as a fake college.
What are the Think Grads Ratings of the two colleges?
RTE Society's has a Think Grads Rating of 2.8 out of 5. Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College has a Think Grads Rating of 3.8 out of 5. Each rating is based on the factors listed on its own page.
Where are the two colleges located?
RTE Society's is in Hulkoti, Gadag district, and Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College is in Bidar, Bidar district, both in Karnataka. Consider the city you can reach and live in during your course.