About PES Institute of Technology & Management Shimoga
PES Institute of Technology and Management (PESITM) is a private VTU-affiliated engineering college in Shivamogga (Shimoga) — established in 2007 under the PES Educational Trust. Holding NAAC A and NBA accreditation, PESITM serves students from Shivamogga, Sagara, Tirthahalli and surrounding Western Ghats districts. Shivamogga is Karnataka's gateway to the Western Ghats — the Jog Falls, Kodachadri peak and the Bhadravati industrial belt are in the district.
Quick Facts
| Founded | 2007 |
|---|---|
| Managed By | PES Educational Trust |
| Location | Shivamogga (Shimoga), Karnataka |
| Affiliation | Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) |
| Approval | AICTE |
| Accreditation | NAAC A, NBA |
| Website | pestrust.edu.in/pesitm |
Branches and KCET Cutoffs 2025 (GM)
| Branch | KCET 2025 Closing Rank (GM) |
|---|---|
| BE Computer Science & Engineering | ~45,000–65,000 |
| BE AI & Machine Learning | ~50,000–70,000 |
| BE Electronics & Communication | ~70,000–1,00,000 |
| BE Electrical & Electronics | ~80,000–1,20,000 |
| BE Mechanical Engineering | ~1,10,000–1,60,000 |
| BE Civil Engineering | ~1,20,000–1,70,000 |
Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
Fee Structure 2026-27
| Category | Annual Tuition (Approx) |
|---|---|
| KCET / Government Quota | Rs 1–1.5 lakh per year |
| COMEDK / Management Quota | Rs 1.8–2.5 lakh per year |
Shivamogga — Western Ghats and Industrial Context
Shivamogga is the headquarters of Shivamogga district — Karnataka's gateway to the Malnad (Western Ghats) region. The district's economy spans areca nut and paddy farming (Malnad's primary crops), forest-based industries, the Bhadravati steel and paper mills, and a growing tech sector. Jog Falls — one of India's highest waterfalls — and the Sharavathi hydel project in the district provide Electrical Engineering employment context. For Civil Engineering graduates, the ongoing Shivamogga Airport development and Western Ghats road infrastructure create local project demand.
PES Trust — Institutional Backing
The PES Educational Trust operates PES University Bangalore (autonomous, NAAC A++) — one of Bangalore's most respected engineering universities — alongside PESITM Shivamogga. The shared trust gives PESITM students access to PES alumni networks and institutional credibility, even though PESITM is a VTU-affiliated college distinct from PES University.
Who Should Apply
PESITM suits students from Shivamogga, Sagara, Tirthahalli and surrounding Malnad districts in the 45,000–70,000 GM KCET range who want a NAAC A accredited local college. NBA accreditation supports GATE and PSU applications. The PES Trust backing provides institutional continuity students can rely on.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is PESITM's KCET cutoff for CSE?
KCET 2025 CSE closing rank was approximately 45,000–65,000 GM. Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
Is PESITM the same as PES University?
No. PESITM is a VTU-affiliated college under the PES Educational Trust. PES University Bangalore is a separate autonomous private university under the same trust.