Sri Siddhartha Institute of Technology (SSIT), Tumkur was establishedin 1979, is one of the premier institutions started with Civil & Mechanical Engineering by Sri Siddhartha Education Society (SSES), Tumkur. The institution began with the mission of preparing the young generation for "inner light, integration & prosperity". The institute is one among the 14 premier technical institutions in Karnataka state, selected by the world bank, for the award of financial assistance, technical education quality improvement program (TEQIP) to the tune of 10 crores. Sri Siddhartha Institute of Technology has taken a leading role to uphold the entrepreneurial culture in Tumkur district.

Department of Industries & Commerce, Govt. of Karnataka has sanctioned Science & Technology Entrepreneurs Park (STEP) to the college in 2000 & it has been recognized as one of the best training center in the district by various govt. agencies & Industries. It is named in the remembrance of the beloved founder Sri. H.M Gangadharaiah, as a Gangadharaiah-Memorial Entrepreneurship Development & Incubation Center (G-MEDIC).

Campus of Sri Siddhartha Institute of Technology –

SSIT is located in Tumkur, Karnataka which is a district head quarters, at a distance of about 73 km from Banglore on NH-4. It has salubrious climate similar to that of Banglore. The district is famous for many historical and tourist places. The college campus spread over 55 acres of land with more than 30,000 sqm of built up area.

Facilities at Sri Siddhartha Institute of Technology –
 

• Library
• Laboratories
• Computers
• Computer labs
• Internet Facilities
• Hostels
• Sports Activities
• Cultural Activities
• ISTE Activities

Departments at Sri Siddhartha Institute of Technology –
 

• Department of Chemistry
• Department of Civil Engineering
• Department of Computer Science and Engineering
• Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering
• Department of Industrial Engineering and Management
• Department of Information Science and Engineering
• Department of Master of Computer Application
• Department of Mathematics
• Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Department of Medical Electronics and Engineering
• Department of Physics
• Department of Tele-Communication and Engineering

Placements at Sri Siddhartha Institute of Technology –

The placement portal automates the placement process at the college. The employer uses the portal to communicate with the college placement office and through necessary permissions manage campus recruitment and hire students and alumni online.  Students and alumni can access the placement office, college related news, search jobs and access information to help enhance career and advance their skills.