K.L.E. Society's Raja Lakhamagouda Science Institute (RLSI) pioneers science education in North Karnataka. Established in 1935 by Karnataka Lingayat Education Society and named after Vantamuri ruler Raja Lakhamagouda Saradesai (?20,000 donor), the private autonomous college at College Road, Belagavi 590001 was inaugurated in 1944 by Nobel laureate Sir C.V. Raman. Affiliated to Rani Channamma University, accredited NAAC A grade (CGPA 3.10, 2015-2022), it offers B.Sc./BCA/M.Sc./MCA/certificates across sciences/IT.
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Institution type: Private Autonomous Science College
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Established: 1935
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Recognition: RCU Belagavi, NAAC A (3.10 CGPA), UGC
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Campus Area: Belagavi campus
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Programs offered: B.Sc., BCA, M.Sc., MCA, Certificates
Important Admission Dates (Tentative 2026-27)
RLSI Admissions 2026-27
B.Sc./BCA merit on 10+2 (50% science); M.Sc./MCA entrance/merit (graduation 50%).
Courses Offered at RLSI
Science/IT programs.
Undergraduate:
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B.Sc. (Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Physics, Maths, Electronics, CS, Biotechnology)
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BCA
Postgraduate:
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M.Sc. (Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology)
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MCA
Certificates: Discrete Maths, Food/Nutritional Biotech, Zoology, Mushroom Cultivation, EE.
Fees Structure at RLSI
Autonomous fees.
Indicative Fee Details:
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B.Sc./BCA: INR 20,000--50,000/year
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M.Sc./MCA: INR 30,000--60,000/year
RCU norms.
Faculty and Academic Environment
Faculty uphold KLE's 100+ year legacy.
Infrastructure and Placements
Facilities support science research.
Placements Highlights:
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Roles: IT, research, teaching
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Focus: Belagavi hub
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Partners: Local IT/pharma
Why Choose RLSI?
RLSI's NAAC A autonomy honors C.V. Raman's legacy in Belagavi.
RLSI FAQs
Q1. When was Raja Lakhamagouda Science Institute founded?
Ans. Raja Lakhamagouda Science Institute was founded in 1935 by KLE Society.
Q2. What is RLSI's NAAC grade?
Ans. RLSI has NAAC A grade with CGPA 3.10 (2015-2022).
Q3. Which university is RLSI affiliated to?
Ans. RLSI is affiliated to Rani Channamma University, Belagavi.
Q4. Who inaugurated RLSI?
Ans. RLSI was inaugurated in 1944 by Sir C.V. Raman.
Q5. What are some B.Sc. courses at RLSI?
Ans. B.Sc. courses at RLSI include Physics/Chemistry/Maths, Biotechnology/Chemistry/Botany.