PES University (PESU), Bangalore, offers a 4-year full-time B.Tech across 6 branches: B.Tech AIML, B.Tech Biotechnology, B.Tech CSE, B.Tech EEE, B.Tech ECE, and B.Tech Mechanical Engineering. Total fee ranges from INR 18,10,000 to INR 22,10,000 depending on the branch. Admission is through KCET 2026 (KEA counseling for Karnataka students), JEE Main 2026, or PESSAT 2026. PESU holds NAAC A+ grade accreditation and ranks 86 in Collegedunia’s 2026 India Engineering Colleges list.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins July 2026.
Key Points
- All B.Tech branches include a mandatory final-year capstone project or industry internship
- AIML branch offers a dedicated track in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data engineering alongside core CSE
- Biotechnology is the only life-sciences-aligned branch, targeting pharma, biotech, and biomedical careers
PESU B.Tech Fees 2026
Fee varies by branch. CSE and AIML carry the highest fee at INR 22,10,000 for 4 years. ECE is priced at INR 20,10,000. Biotechnology, EEE, and Mechanical Engineering are at INR 18,10,000. All fees include a one-time administrative charge of INR 10,000. Hostel charges are separate.
| Branch | Duration | Total Fees |
|---|
B.Tech CSE
B.Tech AIML | 4 Years | INR 22,10,000 |
| B.Tech ECE | 4 Years | INR 20,10,000 |
B.Tech Biotechnology
B.Tech EEE
B.Tech Mechanical Engineering | 4 Years | INR 18,10,000 |
- Verify fees with official sources before taking admission.
- One-time administrative charge of INR 10,000 is non-refundable.
- Hostel and mess charges are not included in the programme fee.
PESU B.Tech Admission 2026
KCET 2026 results were declared on June 6, 2026. KEA counseling for Karnataka domicile students is scheduled for July 2026. Non-Karnataka applicants may secure management quota seats through JEE Main 2026 score, PESSAT 2026, or COMED-K score. Minimum eligibility is 10+2 with PCM and 45 percent marks (40 percent for SC/ST Karnataka candidates).
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| KCET 2026 Exam | April 22 to 24, 2026 |
| KCET 2026 Result | June 6, 2026 |
| JEE Main Session 2 Exam | April 2 to 9, 2026 |
| JEE Main Session 2 Result | April 20, 2026 |
| PESSAT 2026 Exam | April 21 to May 12, 2026 |
| KEA Counseling Round 1 | July 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
- KCET quota: Karnataka domicile students register and participate in KEA counseling at kea.kar.nic.in.
- Management quota: apply via JEE Main 2026 score, PESSAT 2026, or COMED-K at pes.edu/admissions.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) from a recognised board with minimum 45 percent aggregate (40 percent for SC/ST Karnataka candidates).
- For B.Tech Biotechnology, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics are required at 10+2.
- KCET rank for Karnataka domicile students; JEE Main 2026 score or PESSAT 2026 for management quota and non-Karnataka applicants.
Admission Process
- Karnataka domicile students: participate in KEA online counseling via kea.kar.nic.in and choose PES University during option entry in July 2026.
- Management quota applicants: submit JEE Main 2026 score, PESSAT 2026 score, or COMED-K score at pes.edu/admissions.
- Receive seat allotment or offer letter and complete document verification at PES University, Bangalore.
- Pay Year 1 fee and INR 10,000 one-time administrative charge to confirm admission.
- Classes commence August 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- Karnataka domicile student with KCET rank seeking a NAAC A+ private university in Bengaluru
- Career goal is software developer, AIML engineer, or embedded systems designer in Bengaluru tech
- Budget allows INR 18,10,000 to INR 22,10,000 and Bengaluru career placement is preferred
- Life-sciences student targeting biotech or pharma; Biotechnology branch accepts PCB plus Math eligibility
✗ Skip if
- IIT, NIT, or BITS required for product company and core engineering firm placements
- CSE/AIML fee of INR 22,10,000 is high; compare PESU against BMS or MSRIT in Bengaluru
- Out-of-state student paying management quota fees; compare PESU with nearby NITs for ROI
PESU B.Tech Scholarships 2026
PES University offers merit-based scholarships for B.Tech students. State and central government scholarships are also available for eligible candidates.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| PESU Merit Scholarship | Up to 100% tuition fee waiver | Rank 1 to 100 in KCET, JEE Main, or PESSAT |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000 per year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000 |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Karnataka) | As per government norms | SC/ST Karnataka domicile students |
| Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme | As per scheme norms | Students from J&K and UT of Ladakh |
- PESU Merit Scholarship: check pes.edu/admissions for latest criteria.
- Central Sector Scholarship: apply at scholarships.gov.in.
- Karnataka Post-Matric Scholarship: apply via state portal.
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Based on recent information, PES University's MBA program fees is almost INR 14.2 lakhs for the entire program. This applies for both All India Quota and other eligible students.
The fee structure for B.Tech CSE at PES University Bangalore is around INR 6.4 lakhs per year and the total fee structure is INR 25.6 lakhs for 4 years.
As of now, the fee structure is same as the previous years’ and you can check it out at PES Univ Bangalore Courses & fees. However, in case of any change in fee structure for 2024, you can subscribe to collegedunia newsletter to get notified.