PA College of Engineering Mangalore MBA Dual Specialization: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total programme fee for the MBA Dual Specialization at PACE Mangalore is INR 1,17,000 over two years, charged at INR 58,500 per year. This covers tuition charges for the full programme. Hostel accommodation is available separately at an additional charge not included in this amount. Fees are payable after seat allotment through Karnataka PGCET counselling or upon confirmation of a management-quota seat.

Ans. The MBA Dual Specialization at PACE Mangalore allows students to combine two functional management disciplines within a single programme. Common dual combinations at VTU-affiliated institutions include Finance and Marketing, Human Resource Management and Marketing, and Finance and Human Resource Management. Students develop competencies in both chosen areas through integrated coursework, enabling them to take on broader managerial roles compared to single-specialisation MBA graduates.

Ans. Karnataka PGCET (MBA) is the primary entrance exam for government-quota MBA seats at PACE Mangalore. KMAT Karnataka is also accepted. For management-quota seats, the college accepts CAT, MAT, and CMAT scores in addition to PGCET and KMAT. The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) conducts centralised counselling for PGCET-quota seats, while management-quota applications are processed directly through the PACE admissions office.

Ans. MBA graduates from PACE Mangalore, including those from the Dual Specialization track, achieved a highest campus placement package of INR 4.20 LPA during the 2023-24 placement season. Key recruiters visiting campus for MBA students included Capital Via, Intellipaat, Global Quest, and Technologics Global. Students seeking higher packages in senior management roles typically complement their degree with work experience or pursue further certification in their area of specialisation.

Ans. Yes, students from outside Karnataka can apply for the MBA Dual Specialization at PACE Mangalore through the management quota or by appearing in KMAT Karnataka, which does not have a domicile restriction. Government-quota MBA seats through Karnataka PGCET are primarily reserved for candidates with Karnataka domicile. Management-quota applications are accepted directly from all-India students based on academic merit and entrance exam scores.

Ans. VTU affiliation for the PACE MBA programme means the curriculum and examination standards are set by Visvesvaraya Technological University, a well-recognised technical university in Karnataka. A VTU-affiliated MBA degree is acknowledged by employers and government bodies across the state and nationally. The programme follows the same academic calendar, examination pattern, and grading system as other VTU business schools, providing students with a standardised postgraduate management qualification.