ACE Engineering College, Hyderabad

What ACE Engineering College, Hyderabad does

ACE Engineering College is a private autonomous engineering institution located on a 10-acre campus in Ankushapur, Ghatkesar Mandal, Medchal District, Hyderabad, Telangana, India. Founded in 2007 by Prof. Y.V. Gopala Krishna Murthy under the YSM Educational Society (Yadala Satyanarayana Memorial Educational Society), the college delivers undergraduate B.Tech programs to approximately 4,685 enrolled students through a 1:16 faculty-student ratio and a faculty bench of 250+ including 31 Professors, 64 Associate Professors, and 155 Assistant Professors. The institution serves engineering aspirants seeking industry-aligned technical education, and reports an 80%+ placement success rate with recruiter logos spanning Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Infosys, TCS, HCL, Capgemini, L&T, and PWD.

The college operates nine B.Tech programs: Computer Science and Engineering plus three specializations (AI&ML, Data Science, IoT), Information Technology, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Electronics and Communication Engineering. Curriculum runs under UGC-granted Autonomous status for 10 years from AY 2020-21, with NBA accreditation secured across five programs (CE, EEE, ME, ECE, CSE) and NAAC accreditation in 2022. Research infrastructure includes an AICTE-sponsored Idea Lab, IoT Centers of Excellence stocked with Raspberry Pi 4, Arduino Uno, NodeMCU, and ESP32 hardware, an IRINS research profile, and an R&D committee. Research output comprises 173 published patents (24 granted) covering AI/ML, IoT, civil infrastructure, autonomous robots, and sustainability applications. Industry-ready training is delivered through named programs — Arjuna, Vihaan, and Kalam — plus an ACE Launching Pad for startup incubation and dedicated higher-education cells for National and International placement pathways.

Revenue is generated principally through tuition fees and academic charges, supplemented by examination fees, hostel fees, and certification programs. Admissions route through TSEAPCET ranks and national entrance examinations, with merit-based scholarships for top rank holders. The institution has built a 15+ industry-MOU ecosystem across IoT, robotics, drone technology, AR/VR, embedded systems, and quantum computing — notably a strategic June 2026 MOU with QuEdX for Quantum Technologies. Annual financials and tuition fee schedules are not publicly disclosed. Governance sits under the YSM Educational Society, a registered educational trust.

Name

ACE Engineering College, Hyderabad

Legal name

ACE Engineering College

Website

https://aceec.ac.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

ACE Engineering College is a private autonomous engineering institution in Hyderabad, India, founded in 2007, offering nine B.Tech programs including AI&ML, Data Science, and IoT specializations to approximately 4,685 undergraduate students with NBA and NAAC accreditation.

Ownership category

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Product category

Engineering Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Engineering & Technology Institutes (Comprehensive) (EDAHAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Technical Universities with Computing, Data & AI Focus (EDAHAEAK), Technical Universities with Strong Industry Partnerships (EDAHAEAG)

Keywords

• Engineering education
• Undergraduate programs
• Campus placements
• Technical training
• Industry readiness

Headquarters

HQ city

Hyderabad

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Academic Fees: The college generates revenue primarily through tuition fees charged for B.Tech programs. Merit-based scholarships and fee concessions are offered based on TSEAPCET ranks. Additional revenue comes from examination fees, hostel fees, and other academic services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

ACE Engineering College delivers undergraduate B.Tech engineering education across nine departments — Computer Science (with AI&ML, Data Science, and IoT specializations), Information Technology, Electronics and Communication, Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical & Electronics Engineering. The institution supplements its academic programs with industry-readiness training (Arjuna, Vihaan, Kalam), AICTE-sponsored Idea Lab for innovation, startup incubation through ACE Launching Pad, and a placement cell that facilitates campus recruitment with companies such as Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Infosys, TCS, HCL, and Capgemini.

Product overview

ACE Engineering College offers a comprehensive portfolio of B.Tech undergraduate programs across nine departments, including core engineering disciplines (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics & Communication) and specialized computer science programs (CSE, CSE-AI&ML, CSE-Data Science, CSE-IoT, Information Technology). The institution operates under autonomous status with NBA accreditation for five programs and provides industry-aligned training through specialized programs (Arjuna, Vihaan, Kalam), AICTE-sponsored Idea Lab, and startup incubation via ACE Launching Pad. The college also provides digital services including a student portal for fee management and examinations, and maintains research infrastructure through IRINS research platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) Four-year undergraduate engineering program building computing and programming skills for solving real-world problems through theory and hands-on learning, targeted at prospective engineering students.
• B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (AI&ML) Specialized undergraduate program in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning focusing on data-driven approaches, deep learning, computer vision, and NLP with hands-on research and innovation, for students pursuing careers in AI/ML engineering.
• B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) Undergraduate program focused on data science, analytics, and programming for extracting insights from complex data through labs, projects, and industry exposure, aimed at students targeting analytics careers.
• B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (IoT) Undergraduate program combining computer science with the Internet of Things for designing smart, connected systems using sensors, embedded programming, and real-time data processing.
• B.Tech in Information Technology (IT) Engineering program advancing technology through innovation and research in digital systems, with focus on creative solutions addressing real-world challenges, for IT-focused engineering aspirants.
• B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) Core electronics engineering program with modern laboratories, advanced software tools, and hands-on learning for practical skills in emerging technologies, for students pursuing electronics careers.
• B.Tech in Civil Engineering (CE) Program developing civil engineering fundamentals and practical knowledge for infrastructure challenges with focus on sustainability, modern laboratories, and site exposure, for civil engineering aspirants.
• B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (ME) Program building mechanical engineering fundamentals with practical skills in design, manufacturing, and thermal systems through well-equipped labs and industry exposure, for mechanical engineering aspirants.
• B.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) Program building fundamentals in electrical and electronics with exposure to emerging technologies like electric vehicles, renewable energy, and automation, for students targeting the power and electronics sectors.
• Arjuna – Industry Readiness Programme Industry readiness training program focused on technical skills and placement preparation for enrolled engineering students.
• Vihaan – Industry Readiness Programme Industry readiness program for student development and industry alignment, supplementing the academic curriculum.
• Kalam – Soft Skills Programme Soft skills development program for holistic student growth and professional communication.
• AICTE Idea Lab Innovation and idea development laboratory sponsored by AICTE for fostering creativity and startup culture among students.
• ACE Launching Pad Startup incubation and entrepreneurship development program supporting student ventures and innovations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 80%+ Placement Success Rate
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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AI maturity

App detail

AI capability17 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered strategic, core and minor.

• QuEdX Pvt. LtdstrategicTechnology or Integration · 22 June 2026Partnership in Quantum Technologies for research and skill development in emerging quantum computing fields
• Euphostraaa Systems LLPcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 March 2026Partnership in UAV & Robotics, Drone Technology, Embedded Systems, IoT, EdTech & Technical Skill Development signed in March 2026
• Innomayi Technologies Pvt. Ltd.coreTechnology or Integration · 1 March 2026Collaboration in Robotics, IoT, Emerging Technologies, Skill Development, Research Innovation, Internships & Live Projects signed March 2026
• Smart EmbeddedcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 March 2026Partnership for IoT, Embedded Systems, Emerging Technologies, Skill Development, Research Innovation, Live Projects & Internships signed March 2026
• Delightech Innovations Pvt. Ltd.coreTechnology or Integration · 12 January 2026Collaboration in IoT Device Integration, Robotics, Computer Vision Applications, Cloud-Based Applications and Full Stack Development Applications
• DYIS Private LimitedcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025Product Innovation partnership in IoT Systems, Cloud Computing and AI/ML Model Development
• Coding Yantra – Learning SolutionscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2025Robotics, IoT, Drone Technology, 3-D Printing, Arduino Programming, Internships, Projects Development partnership
• Automac TechnologiescoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025IoT Smart Systems & Industrial Automation partnership for student training and projects
• TalentIOminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2023Coding skill development partnership for student training
• Soham Academy of Human ExcellenceminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2022IoT training and skill development partnership
• Code TantraminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2022Coding training platform partnership for programming skill development
• Cisco Networking AcademycoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2020Networking certification and training partnership providing students access to industry-recognized networking credentials

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Malla Reddy College of Engineering: Hyderabad-based private engineering college offering CSE, ECE, EEE, ME, CE and IT B.Tech programs; competes with ACE for Telangana students and large IT services recruiters, with a similar tuition positioning and emerging-tech focus.
• Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology (GRIET): Autonomous, NBA and NAAC-accredited private engineering college in Hyderabad with comparable B.Tech specializations (including AI&ML, Data Science, IoT) and a similar placement footprint; overlaps with ACE on student profile, recruiters, and fee band.
• VNR Vignana Jyothi Institute of Engineering and Technology: Private autonomous engineering college in Hyderabad offering B.Tech programs across CSE, ECE, EEE, ME, CE and emerging specializations; directly competes with ACE for TSEAPCET-ranked students, faculty, and recruiter relationships in the same catchment area.
• Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology (CBIT): Autonomous, NAAC-accredited private engineering college in Hyderabad with NBA-accredited programs, a 1:15-ish faculty-student ratio, and a strong placement record at companies like Amazon, TCS, and Infosys; the closest direct comparable to ACE in terms of program mix, accreditation stack, and target student segment.
• CVR College of Engineering: Private engineering college in Hyderabad affiliated with JNTUH, offering CSE, ECE, EEE, ME, and CE B.Tech programs; competes with ACE for the same Telangana student pool and corporate recruiters, with a similar scale and accreditation profile.
• Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Technology (MGIT): Autonomous private engineering college in Hyderabad offering B.Tech and M.Tech programs across core and CS specializations; directly comparable to ACE on program breadth, autonomous status, and target recruiters, and competes in the same TSEAPCET admission cycle.

Broad incumbents

• Osmania University College of Engineering: Historic Hyderabad-based public engineering college offering B.E./B.Tech and postgraduate programs; competes with ACE for Hyderabad-area students and provides a low-fee benchmark that constrains ACE's ability to raise tuition without differentiation.
• JNTUH College of Engineering, Hyderabad (JNTUH CEH): Constituent government engineering college of Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad; competes with ACE for top TSEAPCET rankers, but with significantly lower fees as a state university, anchoring the lower end of the same admissions market.
• International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad (IIIT-H): Premier Hyderabad research-led engineering institution with strong computer science, AI, and robotics programs; not a direct head-to-head fee competitor but draws the top of the same student pool and sets the benchmark for tech placements and research output that ACE benchmarks itself against.

Regional players

• BITS Pilani – Hyderabad Campus: Premium private engineering campus located in the same Hyderabad-Jamshedpur-Pilani-Goa ecosystem; competes for the same recruiter pool and high-merit students, but is differentiated by a national-level entrance exam (BITSAT), higher fees, and a practice-school model that elevates it above ACE in the same regional hiring funnel.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ace_engg
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCkg_A1FB28R7Cw50mghyduw
• Facebookfacebook.com/ACEEngineeringClg
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/ace-engineering-college-hyderabad
• Instagraminstagram.com/aceengineeringcollege

Compliance5 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

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