About East Point PU College Bangalore
About East Point PU College Bangalore
East Point PU College Bangalore is part of the East Point Group of Institutions — an educational group that also operates East Point College of Engineering and Technology and other professional colleges in East Bangalore. The PU college has been running since 1976 from the Virgonagar campus on the eastern edge of Bangalore, and holds NAAC A accreditation, indicating quality standards across teaching, infrastructure, and student support systems.
Affiliated with the Department of Pre-University Education, Karnataka, the college follows the Karnataka PU Board curriculum for Class 11 and 12. Virgonagar's location in East Bangalore serves a growing residential population in KR Puram, Hoodi, Whitefield, Bidarahalli, and the NH-44 corridor.
Streams and Combinations
| Stream | Combination | Career Pathway |
|---|---|---|
| Science | PCMB | NEET, KCET Medical, B.Sc |
| Science | PCMC | KCET Engineering, JEE, BCA |
| Commerce | EBAS | BCom, BBA, CA Foundation |
Academic Standards
East Point PU College's NAAC A accreditation reflects benchmarked quality across its academic programme. Science teaching prepares students for Karnataka PU Board examinations with KCET guidance integrated into Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. The East Point Group's engineering college on the same campus creates a natural academic pipeline for Science students planning to pursue engineering after PU — those who qualify through KCET can explore East Point College of Engineering as a degree option.
Campus and Infrastructure
The Virgonagar campus is part of the larger East Point institutional complex, giving PU students access to broader campus infrastructure including Science labs, library facilities, computer resources, and sports grounds. The campus environment benefits from being part of a multi-college complex with consistent maintenance and institutional investment.
Virgonagar is accessible from KR Puram by BMTC and auto. KR Puram railway station on the Bengaluru suburban rail network provides connectivity from various parts of Bangalore and from towns along the Chennai mainline.
Admission Process
Admission is SSLC merit-based with standard Karnataka PU Board documents required. Apply from March. Science seats at NAAC-accredited East Bangalore PU colleges are competitive — apply in the first round.
Fee Structure
East Point PU College fees are in the mid-range for private PU colleges in Bangalore. Exact current fees are available at the Virgonagar admissions office or the East Point Group website.
Who Should Consider East Point PU College Bangalore
East Point PU College suits students from East Bangalore — KR Puram, Hoodi, Whitefield, Virgonagar — who want a NAAC A accredited PU institution with a natural engineering degree college pathway on the same campus. The East Bangalore location avoids the long commutes that students from this corridor face when attending South or Central Bangalore PU colleges.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Point PU College connected to East Point College of Engineering?
Yes, both are part of the East Point Group and share the Virgonagar campus. PU students who qualify through KCET can apply to East Point College of Engineering for degree programmes — admission is merit-based, not guaranteed through PU college attendance.
What NAAC grade does East Point PU College hold?
East Point PU College Bangalore holds NAAC A accreditation.
How do students from Whitefield reach East Point PU College?
Virgonagar is approximately 10–12 km from Whitefield. BMTC services on the Whitefield–KR Puram corridor pass through or near Virgonagar. KR Puram is the nearest major transport hub with rail and BMTC connectivity.
Does East Point PU College have hostel facilities?
The East Point campus may have hostel facilities given the multi-college complex. Confirm availability for PU students with the admissions office.