PES University

Written by L K Monu Borkala · Founder, OneCity Technologies · publishing Karnataka education directories since 2006 Last Updated: June 30, 2026 · Verified with AICTE, VTU and NAAC data for 2026–27

PES University, Bangalore — Complete Admission and Course Guide

PES University, with campuses in RR Nagar and Electronic City, Bangalore, is a full-fledged university offering engineering, science, management, and law programmes. Established in 1972 under the People's Education Society, PES University received university status and is AICTE-approved. It holds NBA accreditation for several of its B.Tech engineering programmes. As a university, PES has the authority to award its own degrees without VTU affiliation, which gives it maximum flexibility in curriculum design and academic governance.

PES University's two campuses — the main campus in RR Nagar and the Electronic City campus — serve different student cohorts and host a range of engineering and technology programmes. The university's strong industry partnerships, active research centres, and well-structured placement process have built a substantial track record in graduate outcomes.

Affiliation, Approval, and Accreditation

• University Status: PES University — independent degree-awarding university
• Approval: All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)
• Accreditation: AICTE; NBA accreditation for eligible B.Tech programmes
• Established: 1972 (PES Institute); University status granted subsequently
• Campus Locations: RR Nagar, Bangalore; Electronic City, Bangalore
• Website: https://www.pes.edu

B.Tech Programmes with Approved Intake

Programme	Duration	Approved Intake
B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering	4 Years	240
B.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering	4 Years	120
B.Tech Mechanical Engineering	4 Years	60
B.Tech Civil Engineering	4 Years	60
B.Tech Electrical and Electronics Engineering	4 Years	60
B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning	4 Years	120
B.Tech Data Science	4 Years	60
B.Tech Robotics and Artificial Intelligence	4 Years	60

Intake figures are indicative; verify current-year approved intake directly with PES University before applying.

Admission Process

PES University fills B.Tech seats through KCET counselling for government quota, COMEDK for COMEDK quota, and its own PESSAT entrance examination for management quota seats.

• KCET Quota: Karnataka CET rank determines government seat eligibility. Candidates participate in KEA online counselling. Document verification at a Helpline Centre precedes seat allotment.
• COMEDK Quota: COMEDK UGET rank determines eligibility. Conducted online by COMEDK.
• PESSAT / Management Quota: PES University conducts its own PESSAT entrance exam for management quota seats. JEE Main scores are also accepted. Candidates apply directly through the PES University admissions portal.
• NRI Quota: PES University accepts NRI quota applications directly. NRI proof and valid passport are mandatory.

Documents Required at Admission

• SSLC marks card and passing certificate
• II PUC / Class 12 marks card
• KCET, COMEDK, or PESSAT rank / score card
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC) if applicable
• Income certificate (for fee concession categories)
• Transfer certificate
• Migration certificate (if from outside Karnataka board)
• Passport-size photographs
• Domicile / residence proof
• NRI documents (if applying under NRI quota)

Fee Structure

Quota	Approximate Annual Tuition Fee
Government Quota (KCET)	As fixed by Karnataka Government / FRA
COMEDK Quota	As fixed by COMEDK / FRA Karnataka
Management Quota (PESSAT)	As fixed by FRA Karnataka for universities
NRI Quota	As per PES University NRI fee structure

Fee amounts are revised by the Fee Regulatory Authority (FRA), Karnataka. Verify the current-year fee order before paying any advance.

Campus Infrastructure

PES University's RR Nagar campus is a large, self-contained facility with departmental buildings, advanced laboratories, a central library, sports infrastructure, and hostels. The Electronic City campus serves additional student cohorts with similar facilities. Both campuses are Wi-Fi enabled and support digital learning environments. The university's research centres and innovation labs provide facilities for advanced project work beyond the standard undergraduate curriculum.

Placements

PES University's placement process is handled by a dedicated Career Development and Placement Centre. Recruiters from software, product, VLSI, embedded systems, data science, and core engineering sectors participate in campus placements. The university's Computer Science, AI/ML, and ECE programmes attract a high volume of technology company participation. Pre-placement training covers aptitude, technical, and HR interview preparation.

Research and Industry Connect

As a university, PES has the academic structure to support funded research, postgraduate programmes, and doctoral work alongside the undergraduate programmes. Industry-sponsored laboratories, collaborative research projects, and visiting faculty from technology companies enrich the academic environment. Students can engage with ongoing research from as early as the second year through project electives and research assistant opportunities.

Student Life

PES University hosts a wide range of student clubs across technical, cultural, and social domains. The annual technical fest and cultural events are major campus calendars. IEEE, ACM, and coding clubs organise regular contests and workshops. The university's dual-campus setup means students interact across a large, diverse peer group. Sports facilities on both campuses support competitive and recreational athletics.

Why Students Choose PES University

• Full university status — PES awards its own degrees, independent of VTU
• PESSAT entrance for management seats — alternative to KCET/COMEDK
• Programmes in emerging fields: AI/ML, Data Science, Robotics
• Two Bangalore campuses offering flexibility in location preference
• NBA-accredited programmes with strong outcome-based academic records
• Active research environment with industry-sponsored labs and projects

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a PES University degree equivalent to a VTU degree?
PES University awards its own degrees as a recognised university. Employers and higher education institutions accept PES University degrees. They are not VTU degrees but hold independent recognition under UGC norms.

What is the PESSAT exam?
PESSAT is PES University's own entrance examination for management quota B.Tech admissions. It tests mathematics, physics, and English. Scores are used for merit-based seat allocation in the management quota.

Can I get admission to PES University only through KCET?
No — KCET covers only the government quota seats. COMEDK covers the COMEDK quota. For management quota, PESSAT or JEE Main scores are required.

Does PES University have hostel facilities?
Yes, PES University provides hostel accommodation for students at both campuses. Contact the admissions office for current availability and fee details.

Contact Information

PES University
RR Nagar and Electronic City, Bangalore, Karnataka
Website: https://www.pes.edu

PES University's research environment benefits from its university status, which enables it to run doctoral programmes, sponsored research projects, and postgraduate research independently without VTU administrative involvement. Research at PES spans artificial intelligence, machine learning, VLSI design, biomedical engineering, robotics, and data analytics. Faculty members publish in IEEE, Springer, and Elsevier journals. Industry-sponsored laboratories on both campuses allow students to work on live industry problems alongside their academic coursework. The PESSAT entrance examination for management quota seats is conducted by PES University annually. It tests candidates on mathematics, physics, and English, similar in format to other engineering entrance tests. Students who don't qualify KCET at a competitive rank but perform well on PESSAT can still secure admission to PES University programmes. This dual admission pathway — KCET and PESSAT — gives PES University more flexibility than colleges that rely exclusively on KCET and COMEDK for filling seats. Both PES University campuses are well-equipped for practical project work. The Electronic City campus, in particular, benefits from its location within walking distance of several major IT companies, which creates easy access to internship opportunities, pre-placement talks, and informal industry interactions for students in their second and third years. Students frequently attend company-hosted technical events and workshops during their time on this campus. PES University's MBA programme attracts engineering graduates who want to combine technical backgrounds with management education. The dual-degree and integrated programme options available at the university level add flexibility that purely engineering-focused colleges can't offer. For current programme details, visit pes.edu or kea.kar.nic.in.

Content verified against publicly available AICTE, VTU, NAAC, and NIRF data. Fees and cutoffs are approximate — verify directly with the college and KEA before admission. Published by L K Monu Borkala, founder of OneCity Technologies — publishing Karnataka education directories since 2006, covering engineering admissions data since 2019 through CollegesInfo.org.