| NIRF rank | #100 (2022) |
|---|---|
| Programs | 25 |
About PES University, Bengaluru
PES University, Bengaluru is a private university in Bangalore Urban, Karnataka. It is approved by UGC.
It offers 25 programs, including B.Sc (4), BA (2), Bba (2), M.Sc (2), M.Tech (2). NAAC has accredited it with grade A+ (CGPA 3.34), valid until Oct 2028. In NIRF 2022 it ranked #100 in the Engineering category.
Admission is through official counselling for Karnataka PGCET. In Karnataka PGCET 2025, General-category closing ranks ranged from 277 to 700.
PES University is a private university in Bengaluru, Karnataka, established in 19731. It holds a NAAC A+ grade valid till 2028-10-05 and is recognised by UGC. B.Tech admission is based on JEE Main or KCET scores2.
PES University offers a wide spread of programmes, including B.Tech, MBBS, B.Pharm, BBA, BCA, B.Des, M.Tech, MBA and Ph.D. The university has more than 25,000 current students3. Different courses accept different entrance routes: NEET through KEA counselling for MBBS4, CLAT for the integrated law programmes5, GATE for M.Tech6 and UCEED or the PES Entrance Process for B.Des7.
For MBA admissions through Karnataka PGCET, the round 3 closing rank in 2025 was 656 for the general category under the ROK quota8. PES University was ranked 100 in the engineering category of NIRF 20229.
The campus is at 100 Feet Ring Road, BSK III Stage, Bengaluru, Karnataka, with the pincode 5600851011. Its Central Library has 40 computers with LAN connectivity12 and gives access to 16 databases covering over 6197 e-journals13.
Courses offered
Courses and fees
PES University lists more than 60 programmes across undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral levels. Undergraduate options include B.Tech, BBA, BCA, B.Com, B.Des, B.Pharm, MBBS, B.Sc in Economics and Psychology, and integrated law degrees such as BBA-LLB (Hons) and BA-LLB (Hons).
At the postgraduate level you will find M.Tech, MBA, MCA, M.Des, M.Pharm and M.Sc in Psychology, along with a Ph.D programme. Engineering branches mentioned include Computer Science Engineering, Computer Science Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning), Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. Health-related streams include Allied Health Sciences, Nursing, Physiotherapy and Pharm.D.
On fees, a one-time registration fee of Rs. 1,200 applies for admission across all programmes1. Tuition and other course-wise fees are not covered here, so please check the fee structure for your chosen programme on the official PES University website or by writing to admissions@pes.edu2.
Admission
Admission at PES University depends on the programme you choose. For B.Tech, the university uses JEE Main and KCET scores12. Diploma holders seeking lateral entry into B.Tech need to take the Karnataka DCET and attend the government counselling process3.
For MBBS, all seats across the quotas are filled through KEA (Karnataka Examination Authority) counselling, based on the candidate's NEET rank or score45. The integrated law programmes (BBA-LLB, BA-LLB and B.Com-LLB) accept CLAT scores6. For B.Des, admission is through the PES Entrance Process or UCEED7, while BCA admission is through the PES Entrance Process8.
Among postgraduate courses, M.Tech accepts GATE scores9, M.Des accepts CEED scores10, and MBA accepts MAT, CAT, CMAT, ATMA, NMAT or GMAT scores11. A one-time registration fee of Rs. 1,200 applies12. For queries, you can write to admissions@pes.edu13 or call +91 80 2672198314.
Latest cutoffs
In Karnataka PGCET 2025 round 3, the closing rank for Mba (Mba) at PES University, Bengaluru was 656 (General category, ROK quota, gender-neutral seats).1
| Exam | Round | Program | Category | Opening | Closing | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karnataka PGCET 2025 | 3 | Mba (Mba) | General · ROK · gender-neutral | — | 656 | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) – PGCET Verified |
Cutoff trends
Published cutoff information for PES University comes from Karnataka PGCET counselling for the MBA (Masters in Business Administration) programme. In 2025, round 3 closed at rank 656 for the general category under the ROK quota1.
For the SC category in the same round, quota and programme, the closing rank was 50982. The difference between the two figures shows how much closing ranks can vary by category, so you should check the cutoff for your own category rather than relying on the general figure.
A closing rank is the last rank at which a seat was allotted in that round, so a lower number means stiffer competition. Cutoffs change each year with the number of applicants and available seats, and one year's figures are only a rough guide. For B.Tech, MBBS and other programmes, check the respective counselling authority such as KEA for the latest allotment results.
Rankings
PES University, Bengaluru is ranked #100 in the NIRF 2022 engineering ranking.1
| Publisher | Category | Rank | Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF 2022 | Engineering | #100 | — | Ministry of Education – National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) Verified |
Accreditation
PES University, Bengaluru holds NAAC accreditation with grade A+, valid from 6 October 2023 to 5 October 2028.1
| Body | Grade | Valid | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| NAAC | A+ (3.34) | Oct 2023 – Oct 2028 | National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) Verified |
Is this college genuine?
PES University is a private university in Bengaluru. UGC approval status is valid, and the university is recognised by UGC and listed under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act. It does not appear on the UGC list of fake universities.
Its NAAC accreditation is grade A+ with a CGPA of 3.34, valid from 2023-10-06 to 2028-10-05. For engineering, it was ranked 100 in NIRF 20221. Its AISHE code is U-0733.
You can verify these yourself. Check the UGC website for its list of universities and the list of fake universities, and the NAAC website for the list of accredited institutions with valid accreditation. For rankings, see the NIRF website. Also ask the admissions office for the approval letters relevant to the specific programme you plan to join.
Contact and location
- Address
- PES University, 100 Feet Ring Road, BSK 3rd Stage, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India,Bengaluru,Bangalore Urban,Karnataka,560085
- PIN code
- 560085
- District
- Bangalore Urban
- State
- Karnataka
- Official website
- pes.edu
- Type
- University
- Ownership
- Private
- AISHE code
- U-0733
- UGC ID
- 718
How to reach
PES University's Ring Road Campus is at 100 Feet Ring Road, BSK III Stage, Bengaluru, Bangalore Urban district, Karnataka, pincode 5600851. When planning your travel, use this address and pincode in your maps app. For directions or to confirm visiting hours, you can call +91 80 267219832 or write to admissions@pes.edu3.
Campus and hostel
The main campus of PES University is the Ring Road Campus on 100 Feet Ring Road, BSK III Stage, Bangalore, pincode 5600851. The university has more than 25,000 current students2.
The Central Library has a digital library with 40 computers with LAN connectivity3. It subscribes to 16 databases giving access to over 6197 e-journals, which can be used both on campus and off campus4. A Web OPAC lets you search online for books and other materials available in the library5, and an inter library loan service arranges documents from other libraries for academic and research purposes6.
For details on hostel rooms, mess facilities and fees, contact the university directly at admissions@pes.edu7 or +91 80 267219838.
Placements
For the 2026 batch, PES University's placement figures are not yet detailed enough to give a meaningful picture of salary offers1. Rather than relying on a single number, you should look at the full placement report for your specific programme before deciding.
When you evaluate placements at any college, it helps to ask for programme-wise details: how many students were eligible, how many received offers, and what the median and average packages were, not only the highest. You can request this information from the admissions office at admissions@pes.edu2 or by calling +91 80 267219833. Ask for the report of the batch you are likely to resemble, such as your branch and year.
Frequently asked questions
Is PES University recognised by UGC?
Yes. The UGC records show PES University as recognised, approved by UGC, and listed under section 2(f). Its university type is state-private. You can check this on the UGC website under university details.
What is the NAAC grade of PES University?
Which entrance exams are used for B.Tech admission?
Which exams are accepted for MBA admission?
Scores of MAT, CAT, CMAT, ATMA, NMAT and GMAT are accepted for the MBA1. Candidates can also be considered through the Karnataka PGCET counselling process.
How is MBBS admission done?
What was the MBA closing rank in Karnataka PGCET 2025?
What is the registration fee?
The one-time admission registration fee for all programmes is Rs. 1,200 for the general category1.