Basaveshwar Engineering College, Bagalkote is a premier technical institution of north Karnataka, catering to the needs of technical education since its inception in 1963.

At present, it offers degree programs in eleven disciplines and eight post graduate programs including MBA. Eight departments of the college have been recognized as Research Centers by VTU.

The college was granted autonomous status by VTU and UGC in the year 2007. Since then, the college has introduced academic reforms by restructuring the curriculum keeping in view the technological developments and needs of the industry.

College campus is located on a beautifully elevated stretch of land over 91 acres on the outskirts of the city, and is adjoining to New Bagalkote town.