Vision
To be a centre of excellence in Mechanical Engineering education that produces industry-ready, innovative engineers who contribute to sustainable manufacturing and technology development.
Department
Mechanical Engineering
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at BTI offers a four-year B.E. programme with an AICTE-approved intake of 60 seats, affiliated to VTU, Belagavi. One of the core engineering disciplines, the programme covers thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, design, manufacturing, CAD/CAM and industrial engineering,equipping students for careers in automobile, aerospace, energy, production and infrastructure sectors.
- Head of DepartmentDr. R. Bala Sundar Rao
- Laboratories11 specialised labs
- Experience39 years
Mission
- To deliver rigorous education in mechanical engineering fundamentals, design principles and modern manufacturing processes.
- To provide hands-on experience through well-equipped workshops, labs and industry interactions.
- To develop graduates who are problem-solvers, team players and ethically responsible professionals.
Department at a Glance
- AICTE Approved Intake60 seats
- Affiliated to VTU, Belagavi
- 6 Specialised Labs & Workshops
- HeadDr. R Bala Sundar Rao,B.E., M.E., Ph.D., FIE,37 years experience
- SpecialisationThermal Engineering
Leadership
Message from the Head of Department
Dr. R. Bala Sundar Rao
Professor & Head, Mechanical Engineering
B.E., M.E., Ph.D., FIE
39 years of teaching experience
Graduate Attributes
Programme Outcomes
Graduates will apply engineering mechanics and thermodynamics to design and manufacture products; use CAD/CAM tools for modern design; work in multidisciplinary teams; and contribute to sustainable, safe engineering solutions.
4Year B.E. Programme
11+Specialised Labs
VTUAffiliated & AICTE Approved
2010Established
- Labs & Facilities
- Clubs & Activities
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Laboratories & Facilities
- CAD/CAM Lab (CAED)
- Design Lab
- Fluid Mechanics Lab
- Heat & Mass Transfer Lab
- IC Engine Lab
- CNC Lab (Machine Shop)
- Introduction to Modelling & Designing Lab
- Foundry & Forging Lab
- Mechanical Measurements & Metrology Lab
- R & D Lab
- Workshop
Clubs & Activities
Mechanical Innovation Club
A student technical club that encourages innovation, design, fabrication, technical learning, project development, workshops, and participation in Mechanical Engineering activities and competitions. Established 2025.
Events
24April 2026
IDEATHON 2026-National Level Innovation Competition
A national-level IDEATHON open to Engineering, Diploma and Management students,no coding required, just your idea. Themes: AI &…
24April 2026
IDEATHON 2026-National Level Innovation Competition
A national-level IDEATHON open to Engineering, Diploma and Management students,no coding required, just your idea. Themes: AI &…
22April 2026
Bharat Environment Program-Earth Week 2026
BTI participated in the Bharat Sustainability Campus Mission 2026,Earth Week organised by the Research Heights Foundation in association…
News & Updates
January 3, 2026
Planting Seeds in the Hearts of Preschooler
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January 2, 2026
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January 1, 2026
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Industry Partnerships
Memoranda of Understanding
Seine Product Design
Campus DQMS Knowledge Transfer Program
2018Prolific Systems
Advanced Automation Training
2018S G Engineers Academy
Industry – Institute Interaction
2020Decibles Labs
Industry – Institute Interaction
2019Skyfi Labs
Workshop Conduction
2019Seventh Sense
Advanced Training
2023