About University College of Engineering, Osmania University
University College of Engineering, Osmania University, in Hyderabad dates from 1929 and offers B.E. in eight branches, 18 M.E./M.Tech specialisations, MCA and PhD.
University College of Engineering is the engineering college on the Osmania University campus in Hyderabad and was founded in 1929. It has been autonomous since 1994 and holds UGC category-I graded autonomy. The four-year B.E. is offered in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, ECE, Bio-Medical, Computer Science, AI and Machine Learning and Mining Engineering, usually with 60 seats per branch. There are 18 two-year M.E./M.Tech specialisations, from Structural Engineering to Cyber Security, a two-year MCA with 60 seats, and doctoral research in its departments. Several B.E. branches carry NBA accreditation, and the college also holds ISO 9001, 14001 and 50001 certificates.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Technology | Full-time | 4 yrs | 480 | — | — |
| Master of Computer Applications | Full-time | 2 yrs | 60 | — | — |
| Master of Technology | Full-time | 2 yrs | 297 | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Entrance test, Lateral
B.E. seats are filled through the Telangana state engineering entrance test and counselling, with an extra 10% lateral entry into the second year and 15% supernumerary seats for foreign students. M.E./M.Tech and MCA seats are filled through the state postgraduate entrance processes. The college also runs separate entrance tests for working professionals in B.E. (TGECET-WP) and part-time M.E./M.Tech (CEEP) programmes.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Technology: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Mathematics; At least 45% marks in Class 12; one more subject from the AICTE list (e.g. Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology)
- Master of Computer Applications: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; BCA, B.Sc (CS/IT) or equivalent
- Master of Technology: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Technology; At least 50% marks in UG; B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline; GATE score preferred
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Facilities
- Labs
- Library
Where these courses lead
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Other colleges in Hyderabad
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Anurag University
The English and Foreign Languages University
Maulana Azad National Urdu University
ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education
BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus
Frequently asked questions
When was UCE Osmania University set up?
In 1929.
How many seats are there in each B.E. branch?
The sanctioned intake is 60 per branch, plus lateral entry and foreign student seats.
Does UCE OU offer an MCA?
Yes, a two-year MCA with an intake of 60.
Is the college autonomous?
Yes, it has been autonomous since 1994 and holds UGC category-I autonomy.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- University College of Engineering, Osmania University · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Courses Offered - UCE OU · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Contact Us - UCE OU · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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