PA College of Engineering Mangalore MBA Human Resource Management: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year MBA Human Resource Management programme at PA College of Engineering, Mangalore is INR 1,17,000 (INR 58,500 per year). This is among the more affordable VTU-affiliated MBA programmes in Karnataka. Hostel accommodation is available at separate charges. Fee structures may be revised per VTU or government notification, and students should confirm the current fee schedule with the college’s admission office at the time of applying for the 2026-27 academic session.

Ans. Karnataka PGCET (MBA) does not announce a fixed cut-off in advance. Seat allotment depends on the PGCET merit rank, category reservations, and available government-quota MBA seats at PACE Mangalore. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree (minimum 50%) who appeared in PGCET 2026 are eligible. Reviewing previous years’ KEA closing ranks for PACE MBA will give an indicative benchmark. Students with a weaker PGCET rank may also explore the management-quota route via KMAT Karnataka or direct application to the college.

Ans. MBA HRM graduates from PACE Mangalore typically enter roles such as HR executive, recruitment specialist, HR business partner, and training and development officer. Companies including Capital Via, Intellipaat, Global Quest, and Technologics Global have recruited MBA graduates from the college. The highest recorded MBA placement package in the 2023-24 batch was INR 4.20 LPA. Graduates who build skills in HRMS platforms, labour law, and conflict resolution tend to access better-quality HR roles faster after graduation.

Ans. Yes, the MBA programme at PA College of Engineering, Mangalore is affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, and is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). The curriculum, examinations, and degree are governed by VTU norms. Graduates receive a VTU MBA degree, which is widely accepted by employers and is also recognised for pursuing doctoral programmes at VTU-affiliated institutions. AICTE approval further ensures eligibility for central and state government scholarship schemes.

Ans. Yes, the MBA HRM programme at PACE Mangalore is open to graduates from any discipline, including engineering, arts, science, or commerce, as long as they hold a Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC candidates) and have appeared in Karnataka PGCET (MBA) or KMAT Karnataka. A management or HR background in the undergraduate programme is not a prerequisite. Students from engineering and science backgrounds who wish to transition into HR management careers are equally eligible and commonly admitted to this programme at PACE.