PES University Bangalore B.Sc {Hons} (Journalism & Mass Communication: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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02 Sep, 2026 PES University Bangalore Admission 2027 begins. Interested candidates can apply at the official website @pes.edu. Read more.

Total fees
INR 8.10 Lakhs
4 years, no hostel
Average pay
INR 4 LPA
PES career cell, broad UG stat
Cutoff
50%
Class 12 minimum, any stream
Placement rate
75%
estimated from published UG outcomes

About PESU B.Sc JMC

PES University offers a four-year, full-time B.Sc JMC course at the Ring Road Campus. The honours path has eight semesters and 30 seats. PESU is a UGC private university with NAAC A+. The full fee without hostel is INR 8.10 Lakhs. Admission is through the PES Entrance Process, with registration, slot booking, a test and an online interview. The course page lists yearly internships and media roles in news, social media, film, advertising and corporate communication. The pay figure used on this page is INR 4 LPA, because course-wise pay is not published cleanly.

PESU B.Sc JMC Fees

The total fees with hostel is INR 14.50 Lakhs while the fees without hostel is INR 8.10 Lakhs. The tuition fee is INR 8 Lakhs. You pay the tuition fee once every year for four years. PES fixes this fee for the 2027 intake. Hostel and mess add INR 6.40 Lakhs, and the hostel caution deposit comes back when you leave.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Tuition feeINR 8 LakhsPer year x 4, INR 2 Lakhs a year
Administrative chargeINR 10,000One time, in year 1
Hostel and messINR 6.40 LakhsPer year x 4, INR 1.60 Lakhs a year
Hostel caution depositINR 30,000One time, returned when you leave
Total, no hostelINR 8.10 LakhsFull course
Total with hostelINR 14.50 LakhsFull course

PESU B.Sc JMC Admission Dates

Admission registration is open from 3 Sep 2026 to Jul 2027. The entrance process is listed from Nov 2026 to Jul 2027, and classes start in Aug 2027. You should book the slot early, because the result email comes three working days after the online interview.

EventDateStatus
Admission registration, last date to apply3 Sep 2026 to Jul 2027Confirmed
Slot booking and hall ticketOct 2026Confirmed
PES Entrance Test and online interviewNov 2026 to Jul 2027Confirmed
Result and selection mailJul 2027Tentative
Offer and seat allotmentJul 2027Tentative
Blocking tuition fee paymentJul 2027Tentative
Reporting and document checkJul 2027Tentative
Classes startAug 2027Tentative

PESU B.Sc JMC Eligibility

The published floor is 50% in Class 12, and any stream can apply. You also go through the PES Entrance Process. If your marks are below 50%, you should not pay the application fee before the Admission Cell confirms your case in writing.

RequirementWhat you need
Class 12 marks50% aggregate
StreamAny stream
Entry routePES Entrance Process
InterviewOnline interview after slot booking

PESU B.Sc JMC Admission Process

The process has five steps. You register, pay the application fee, book the slot, take the entrance process and pay the blocking tuition fee. You must keep marksheets ready for the interview. The result email tells you the payment step, and a missed fee date can cost the seat.

StepWhat you do
1. RegisterUse the PES admissions portal
2. Select programChoose B.Sc Journalism and Mass Communication
3. Book slotDownload the hall ticket
4. Attend interviewKeep marksheets ready
5. Pay feeBlock the seat if selected

PESU B.Sc JMC Cutoff

The published floor is 50% in Class 12 and no rank cutoff is published for this course. The route is the PES Entrance Process. Treat 50% only as the minimum to apply, because the test, interview and seat count decide the final seat.

CategoryMinimum scoreRoute
General50%PES Entrance Process
Reserved category50%PES Entrance Process
Seat count30RR Campus intake
Rank cutoffNot publishedCourse uses entrance process

PESU B.Sc JMC Placements

The page uses INR 4 LPA as the pay figure and 75% as the placement rate because course-wise media pay is not published cleanly. The course page names Thomson Reuters, Amazon, CNN, Economic Times, TV9, Zee Media and Disney among possible recruiters. You should ask the Admission Cell for the latest course-wise report.

MetricValue
Average pay usedINR 4 LPA
Placement rate used75%
Internships4 yearly internships
RecruitersThomson Reuters, CNN, Economic Times, TV9, Zee Media

PESU B.Sc JMC Scholarships

Four schemes can cut the fee by INR 40,000 to INR 1 Lakh over the course. The PESU Merit Scholarship gives the biggest amount on this page. You need marks, income papers or category papers based on the scheme you choose.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
PESU Merit ScholarshipHigh PESU marksINR 1 Lakh
PESU Fee WaiverNeed and marks checked by PESUINR 80,000
Central Sector SchemeIncome up to INR 4.5 LakhsINR 40,000
Karnataka post-matricEligible state category studentsINR 50,000

PESU B.Sc JMC Ranking

PES University has NAAC A+ and UGC private university status. The course is in the Ring Road Campus intake table with 30 seats. Since a course-wise rank is not published, use the grade and official intake instead of a rank while comparing it.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
NAAC2026A+
UGC2026Private university status
PES intake page202730 seats

PESU B.Sc JMC Course Structure

The honours path has 8 semesters and yearly internships. Students study reporting, editing, media law, data journalism, public relations, advertising and media research. You should pick it if you want writing, editing and media work, not a general science path.

YearWhat you study
Year 1Reporting, editing and media basics
Year 2Media law, ethics and public relations
Year 3Data journalism, advertising and research
Year 4Internship, project and advanced media papers

PESU B.Sc JMC Hostel and Campus

The RR Campus boys hostel is on campus, and the girls hostel is about 2 km away with buses. Hostel and mess add INR 6.40 Lakhs over four years. You should check room availability before paying, because hostel seats depend on the campus office.

ItemDetail
Boys hostelRR Campus
Girls hostelAbout 2 km away with buses
Room type3-sharing and 4-sharing listed
Hostel and messINR 6.40 Lakhs over four years

Should you pick B.Sc JMC at PESU?

This course suits students who like media writing, editing and production work.

Pick it if:
You want media and content roles: Thomson Reuters, CNN, Economic Times, TV9 and Zee Media are named on the course page.
You want studio work: RR Campus lists news rooms, podcast rooms and yearly internships for this course.
Your family is comparing fees: the course fee is INR 8.10 Lakhs before hostel, and the ROI tile uses INR 4 LPA.
You have 50% in Class 12: the published floor is 50%, so apply early and keep papers ready.
Skip it if:
You want a sure campus salary: PES names media recruiters, but course-wise average pay is not published cleanly for this program.
You need a girls hostel on campus: girls at RR use a hostel about 2 km away with college buses.
You need low living cost: hostel and mess add INR 6.40 Lakhs before later fee rises.
You wait till July: the entrance process can end in Jul 2027, so seats may close before you decide.
Counsellor's advice
Take it if you want Bengaluru media exposure and can pay without a fixed salary promise. If you need a published pay figure first, ask the Admission Cell before paying.
B.Sc JMC Eligibility▾
Class 12 marks: 50% aggregate from any recognised board.
Stream: Any stream can apply for this course.
Entry route: PES Entrance Process with test and online interview.
Documents: Keep Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets ready for the interview.
B.Sc JMC Admission Process▾
Register online: Use the PES admissions portal and select this program.
Pay application fee: Finish the form before booking the entrance slot.
Book slot: Download the hall ticket after slot booking opens.
Attend interview: Take the online interview and keep marksheets ready.
Block seat: Pay the blocking tuition fee after the selection email.

B.Sc JMC Admission Dates 2027

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These are the official 2027 dates. Tap 2028 Session for expected dates of the next batch.

The 2028 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2027.
Over
3 Sep 2026
Admission registration started
The form opened on 3 Sep 2026 for the 2027 intake.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Admission registration, last date to apply
The last date to apply is in Jul 2027.
Confirmed
Oct 2026
Slot booking and hall ticket
Book the entrance slot and download the hall ticket.
Confirmed
Nov 2026 to Jul 2027
PES Entrance Test and online interview
The test and interview happen in this window.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Result and selection mail
PES shares the result within three working days after interview.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Offer and seat allotment
The selection mail gives the seat and fee step.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Blocking tuition fee payment
You lose the seat if this fee is not paid by the date in the mail.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Reporting and document check
Bring original marksheets and admission payment proof.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
The UG classes start in Aug 2027.
Tentative
Sep 2027
Admission registration, last date to apply
Expected to open in the same month as this year.
Tentative
Oct 2027
Slot booking and hall ticket
Expected after registration opens.
Tentative
Nov 2027 to Jul 2028
PES Entrance Test and online interview
Expected to follow the same long window.
Tentative
Jul 2028
Result and selection mail
Expected within three working days after interview.
Tentative
Jul 2028
Offer and seat allotment
Expected after the interview result.
Tentative
Jul 2028
Blocking tuition fee payment
Expected with the selection mail.
Tentative
Jul 2028
Reporting and document check
Expected before classes start.
Tentative
Aug 2028
Classes start
Expected for the next UG batch.

Source: PES University important dates. Confirm on the official site before you act.

PESU B.Sc JMC Fees 2027

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This is the full 4-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.

Tuition fee
Per year × 4, INR 2 Lakhs a year
INR 8 Lakhs
Administrative charge
One time, in year 1
INR 10,000
Hostel caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 30,000
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess
Per year × 4, INR 1.60 Lakhs a year
INR 6.40 Lakhs
Total course fee
INR 8.10 Lakhs
4 years · tuition + administrative charge, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 14.50 Lakhs
4 years · tuition + administrative charge + hostel and mess
Education loan EMI
INR 13,657
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
49%
average first-year pay INR 4 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 24,448
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
28%
average first-year pay INR 4 LPA vs the full fee

Source: PES University fee page. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your Class 12 score get you PESU B.Sc JMC?

Pick your score status. The cutoff range here means the published minimum for applying.

Class 12 score
50% or above
Yes, you can apply. Book the entrance slot and keep marksheets ready for the online interview.
Below 50%
Not eligible on the published floor. Ask the Admission Cell before paying the application fee.
Result awaited
Almost there. Apply only when you can give the final marksheet during the interview or reporting step.
EDITOR'S NOTE

The 50% floor only lets you apply. The final seat depends on the entrance process, the interview and the 30-seat intake.

PESU B.Sc JMC Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.

Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾

Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.

PESU Merit Scholarship
INR 1 Lakh
PES University
The amount is an estimate for the full course and needs college approval.
Who qualifies: high PESU marksApply by Aug 2027
Not eligible on your answers
PESU Fee Waiver
INR 80,000
PES University
The amount is an estimate for the full course and needs college approval.
Who qualifies: marks and need checked by PESUApply by Aug 2027
Not eligible on your answers
Central Sector Scheme
INR 40,000
Ministry of Education
The amount is an estimate for the full course and needs college approval.
Who qualifies: income up to INR 4.5 LakhsApply by Oct 2027
Not eligible on your answers
Karnataka post-matric
INR 50,000
State welfare department
The amount is an estimate for the full course and needs college approval.
Who qualifies: eligible state category studentsApply by Nov 2027
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 2.20 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 5.90 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 1 Lakh
Your net course fee: INR 7.10 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 2.70 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 5.40 Lakhs

PESU B.Sc JMC vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to PESU. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

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PES University
Bengaluru
Compared with
Christ University
Bengaluru
Compared with
Jain University
Bengaluru
Compared with
MS Ramaiah University
Bengaluru
Compared with
Manipal University Jaipur
Jaipur
Total fees4 years, no hostel
INR 8.10 Lakhs
tuition + admin
INR 8.80 Lakhs
INR 70,000 more
INR 7.20 Lakhs
INR 90,000 less
INR 5.40 Lakhs
INR 2.70 Lakhs less
INR 9 Lakhs
INR 90,000 more
Average paylatest shared stat
INR 4 LPA
used above
INR 4.5 LPA
INR 0.5 LPA more
INR 3.8 LPA
INR 0.2 LPA less
INR 3.5 LPA
INR 0.5 LPA less
INR 4.2 LPA
INR 0.2 LPA more
Placement ratebroad UG outcome
75%
used above
80%
5 points higher
70%
5 points lower
68%
7 points lower
72%
3 points lower
Seatsthis course
30
RR Campus
60
30 more
80
50 more
60
30 more
120
90 more
Hostel + mess4 years
INR 6.40 Lakhs
4 years
INR 7.20 Lakhs
INR 80,000 more
INR 6 Lakhs
INR 40,000 less
INR 5.60 Lakhs
INR 80,000 less
INR 7 Lakhs
INR 60,000 more
ROIaverage pay vs full fee
49%
on INR 4 LPA
51%
2 points higher
53%
4 points higher
65%
16 points higher
47%
2 points lower
In short
Christ pays a little more on average but costs more too. If you prefer the PES media recruiter list and a smaller 30-seat course, take PES University.
In short
Jain costs less and has more seats, but the pay used here is lower. If PES University gives you the media route you want, keep it above Jain.
In short
Ramaiah costs less, so its ROI looks better. If your family needs a lower fee, compare it closely; if recruiter names matter more, PES University can stay higher.
In short
Manipal Jaipur has more seats and a larger campus, but it costs more. If you want Bengaluru media exposure, PES University is the clearer pick.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on PESU B.Sc JMC

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is PESU B.Sc JMC worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you want media work in Bengaluru and can pay the fee without counting on a fixed salary promise. The fee without hostel is INR 8.10 Lakhs, and the pay figure used here is INR 4 LPA. Ask the Admission Cell for the latest course-wise placement report before you pay.
Should I take this course if I want a media job?▾
Yes, if you like reporting, editing, social media, film or advertising work. The course page names media roles and lists Thomson Reuters, CNN, Economic Times, TV9 and Zee Media among possible recruiters. Use the yearly internships well, because your clips and projects matter as much as the degree.
What job can I get after PESU B.Sc JMC?▾
You can aim for reporting, content writing, video production, social media, public relations, advertising and corporate communication roles. The page uses INR 4 LPA as the pay figure because course-wise pay is not published cleanly. Build a portfolio every year and ask for the latest recruiter list during admission.
Who should skip this course at PESU?▾
Skip it if you want a fully published course-wise salary table before paying. PES names recruiters and has a placement cell, but this program does not show a clean average pay report. If your family needs that proof first, ask the Admission Cell in writing before you block the seat.
Is Bengaluru useful for this course?▾
Yes, Bengaluru helps if you use it well. The city has media houses, digital content teams, advertising teams and start-ups, and PES lists internships in every academic year. Pick this course if you will chase internships early, not if you only want classroom study.
Should I wait a year before joining?▾
Wait only if you are not sure about media work. The course has 30 seats and the admission window is open from Sep 2026 to Jul 2027, so delaying can leave fewer choices. If you already want journalism or content work, apply this cycle and compare the offer with your other options.
Is this course right for higher studies?▾
Yes, if you want media research, public policy, communication or journalism later. The course has media law, research methods, data journalism and a final-year path with advanced papers. Keep your grades strong, save your internship work and ask faculty early about a research project.
Is the hostel cost worth adding?▾
It depends on your travel time and room choice. Hostel and mess add INR 6.40 Lakhs over four years, taking the total to INR 14.50 Lakhs before the caution deposit. If you live near Bengaluru, compare daily travel with the EMI line in the fee block.
How do I get admission?▾
Register on the PES admissions portal, select this course, pay the application fee and book the entrance slot. You then take the PES Entrance Process and online interview. If selected, the email tells you how to pay the blocking tuition fee and finish reporting.
What is the full fee?▾
The full fee without hostel is INR 8.10 Lakhs for four years. Hostel and mess add INR 6.40 Lakhs, so the switched total is INR 14.50 Lakhs. The fee block above shows both totals and the education loan EMI for each one.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
The official FAQ says there is no general fee payment in parts. You should plan to pay the listed fee when the admission email asks for it. If you need help, ask the college about bank loan support before you submit the blocking tuition fee.
What scholarship can reduce the fee?▾
Start with PESU merit scholarships, then check central and state schemes if your income and category fit. The calculator above estimates up to INR 2.20 Lakhs in waiver for some answers. The final amount depends on college approval and documents, so confirm it before you count it in your budget.

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PES University Bangalore: 3 Answered Questions

What courses are available with a PESSAT rank of 928 in the second round of counselling at PES University?

Atul SenguptaB.Tech CSE, PES University (2019)

According to the recent cut-off trends for PES University, the cut-off for computer science was 1094. So you can easily get admission in all the other branches, i.e. electronics and communication, electrical and electronics engineering, biotechnology engineering, mechanical engineering, and civil engineering.

Many factors determine the cut-off like the number of students who applied, appeared, and qualified for the exam; seat availability; difficulty level of the exam; and reservation policy.

So it is advisable for you that once you qualify for the exam you should analyze all these aspects to know about your chances to get admission to PES University.

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Is there an ISE course at PES University??

Snigdha ChatterjeeB.Tech Electronics and Communication, PES University (2020)

PES University offers a course in Computer Science (CS) Engineering but not an ISE course. Their transition from PESIT led to the discontinuation of certain courses. One of them being ISE.

Currently there is no ISE department in PES University, The ISE faculty members have been gradually joining the CS department. They teach CS to the first year students. The CS department course fee is 13.2 lakh with an intake of 720 students.

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How is the BBA course in PES University?

Kuasha MitraStudied at PES University

PES University is one of the renowned deemed colleges in Bangalore and was ranked among the list of Top 26 for MBA by Times 2020. A three-year full-time BBA course in various fields is provided by the institute.

Admission-

  • The total fees for BBA are 5.11 lakhs.

  • No. of seats for BBA at PES University is 60.

  • Students are required to appear in PESSAT for admission.

  • The required eligibility criteria are 10+2 from any recognized board.

Placements- The placement percentage in BBA is moderate.

  • The highest package received was 48 LPA whereas the median salary offered was 6.8 LPA.

  • Top recruiters that visit the institution include Amazon, Cleartrip, Flipkart, JP Morgan, LinkedIn, Intel, Mahindra Rise, Mercedes Benz, and Deloitte.

Scholarships – If any student is among the top 20% of his/her class (section) in terms of CGPA for a particular academic year, then he/she will get a tuition fee waiver of 40% for the next academic year of study which will be executed on a semester basis.

Curriculum - PES University provides a perfect blend of contemporary education and industry exposure.

  • Leadership roles in the business and corporate world are the motto for BBA. The University adopts a modern approach to teaching whereas students are rendered inadequate academic freedom to innovate and learn in the process.

  • A weekly session called Basecamp is organized to introduce entrepreneurship and decode the start-up journey of guest entrepreneurs. Filled with fun, activities, and live examples, it is a great opportunity to learn more about entrepreneurship, and also get a chance to interact with fantastic entrepreneurs and start-ups.

  • The residential facilities are well planned as per international standards and the hostels comprise of well-ventilated rooms and a modern cafeteria.

In terms of academic teaching and quality course, PES is quite good for a BBA degree. But, overall placement and business exposure may not be as expected. So, based on this information and personal preferences, you should decide whether to enroll in the college or not.

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