Admission to PES University can be pursued through various channels, including management quotas, PESSAT, and KCET exams. PESSAT is an all-India entrance exam, and a rank around 1200 typically secures a seat at the Electronic City campus. KCET candidates undergo post-exam counseling for course allocation. Tuition fees differ based on admission mode: KCET students are charged approximately INR 1.1 lakh per annum, PESSAT students pay around INR 4 lakh, and management quota fees can reach up to INR 12 lakh annually.
Despite the higher fees, scholarships are available for meritorious students, with waivers up to 50% of tuition costs. The university boasts a strong faculty, most holding PhDs or master's degrees, and maintains a 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio. The curriculum is annually updated to ensure industry relevance, and exams are challenging, though less than 10% of students fail. PES University has a robust placement program, with 85% to nearly 100% placement rates.
Over 200 companies visit annually, including top firms like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Infosys. The highest reported salary package is INR 1.6 crore per annum, with average packages ranging from INR 8 to 17 lakh per annum. Internships start from the second year, with stipends reaching up to INR 1.5 lakh per month. Scholarships such as the CNR Rao and MRD offer significant tuition fee waivers based on academic performance.
The university's placement cell and entrepreneurship program actively support students in securing job opportunities.
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