PES University Bangalore B.Tech Biotechnology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The college offers admissions through the KCET and PESSAT exams, with classes starting in August. PESSAT is a medium-to-high difficulty exam, similar to BITSAT and JEE-MAINS. Recognized as a top institution in Bangalore for computer science, the faculty is generally well-qualified, though the influx of new faculty varies in knowledge. Fees vary based on admission: KCET entrants pay up to Rs. 1,10,000, PESSAT entrants pay Rs. 3,30,000, and the management quota charges Rs. 7,00,000 for Computer Science, Rs. 5,00,000 for Electronics and Communication, and Rs. 4,00,000 for Mechanical Engineering.

Scholarships are available for students with an SGPA of 7.75 or higher, including a Rs. 1,000 distinction award. Around 40% of admissions are through CET, costing Rs. 40,000 annually, while PESSAT admissions cost Rs. 3,00,000 per year. PES University boasts a strong placement record, akin to IITs and NITs, with over 500 students receiving offers from more than 100 companies, including top firms like Google and Amazon. The highest offer is 49 LPA from Atlassian.

Placement eligibility starts in the 4th semester with a CGPA of 8.5 required. Internships offer monthly stipends of 15k to 70k, with collaborations with universities like Carnegie Mellon and NTU Singapore. Scholarships include a 25% fee refund for the top 20% of students per semester and a 40% waiver under the MRD scholarship. The college also supports students with education loans and job opportunities through the I/O teaching program. The fee structure was reduced due to COVID-19, making tuition more affordable.