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PES University (PESU), Bangalore, offers a 2-year full-time MBA across 7 specialisations: MBA, MBA Business Analytics, MBA Finance, MBA Hospital and Health Care Management, MBA Human Capital Management, MBA Marketing, and MBA Operations Management. Total fee is INR 15,10,000 for all specialisations. Admission is through CAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, NMAT, GMAT, or PESSAT followed by GDPI. PES University holds NAAC A+ grade accreditation.
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is July 2026.
Key Points
Total fee for all MBA specialisations at PES University is INR 15,10,000 for the 2-year programme (INR 7,50,000 per year plus a one-time administrative charge of INR 10,000). Hostel charges are separate.
| Specialisation | Duration | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|
| All MBA Specialisations | 2 Years | INR 15,10,000 |
Admissions for PESU MBA 2026-27 are ongoing. PESSAT 2026 registration is open on a rolling basis until July 2026. Karnataka PGCET MBA 2026 exam is scheduled for June 14, 2026 for state government counseling quota seats. Any one valid score in CAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, NMAT, GMAT, or PESSAT is accepted for GDPI shortlisting. Final-year graduates may apply provisionally.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| PESSAT 2026 Registration | Open (rolling until July 2026) |
| PESSAT 2026 Exam | April to May 2026 (slot-based) |
| Karnataka PGCET MBA 2026 Exam | June 14, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET MBA 2026 Result | July 8, 2026 |
| PESU GDPI | Rolling after score submission |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
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PES University offers merit-based scholarships for MBA students. State and central government scholarship schemes 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 |
PES University Bangalore is ranked by several ranking agencies such as IIRF, Outlook, The Times Of India. Some of these rankings are as follows-
| Ranking Agency | Latest | Previous |
|---|---|---|
 | #23 out of 120 (2022) | #25 out of 119 (2021) |
 | #35 out of 122 (2025) | #68 out of 110 (2024) |
 | #10 out of 15 (2021) #1st Bangalore #1 Karnataka | #10 out of 15 (2020) |
Ques. Is work experience mandatory for PESU MBA admission?
Ans. No. PES University MBA does not mandate work experience. Any bachelor’s degree graduate with a minimum 50 percent aggregate is eligible. Final-year students may also apply provisionally. Freshers and working professionals are both eligible, though admission preference may favour candidates with relevant experience during GDPI.
Ques. Can I use a CAT 2025 score for PESU MBA 2026 admission?
Ans. Yes. PESU accepts any valid CAT score alongside CMAT, MAT, ATMA, NMAT, GMAT, and PESSAT for MBA 2026 admission. CAT 2025 results are valid for the 2026-27 admission cycle. Register at pes.edu/admissions and submit your score for GDPI shortlisting.
Ques. Which PESU MBA specialisation suits a career in the Bengaluru tech industry?
Ans. MBA Business Analytics at PESU aligns well with data-driven roles in Bengaluru’s tech and e-commerce sector. General MBA with electives in technology management also prepares candidates for product management, operations, and strategy roles at Bengaluru-based IT and startup companies.
Ques. What is the PESU MBA admission process for a CMAT score holder?
Ans. Candidates with a valid CMAT score can apply directly at pes.edu/admissions. Submit the CMAT score along with academic transcripts and the application fee of INR 1,200. Shortlisted candidates attend Group Discussion and Personal Interview at PESU Bangalore. No separate PESSAT is needed if CMAT score meets the shortlisting threshold.
Ques. What are the placement highlights for PESU MBA graduates?
Ans. PES University MBA annual placement drives see 100+ recruiters visiting campus, including Maruti, Airtel, Dell, ICICI Bank, and Axis Bank. Roles typically span sales management, operations, finance, and HR functions. Detailed salary data is not publicly available; visit pes.edu or attend an open day for current placement statistics.
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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.