The Master of Technology (M.Tech) in VLSI Design and Embedded System at PES College of Engineering (PESCE), Mandya is a two-year postgraduate programme affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU). Established in 1962 and accredited NAAC A, PESCE offers this M.Tech specialisation through its Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering. The programme covers VLSI circuit design, embedded systems, FPGA programming, digital signal processing, semiconductor device physics, and SoC architecture, equipping graduates for advanced roles as VLSI design engineers, embedded systems engineers, FPGA developers, chip verification engineers, and semiconductor application engineers. GATE-qualified candidates receive admission priority; remaining seats are filled via Karnataka PGCET (M.E./M.Tech/M.Arch track).
📋 Admission Status: PESCE Mandya M.Tech in VLSI Design and Embedded System admissions for 2026-27 are open through GATE 2026 and Karnataka PGCET (M.E./M.Tech/M.Arch track).
Key Points
- PESCE is a NAAC A accredited autonomous VTU-affiliated institution with over six decades of engineering education.
- Programme covers VLSI circuit design, FPGA programming, embedded systems, DSP, and SoC architecture for semiconductor product development.
- Annual tuition fee is INR 90,000, totalling INR 1,80,000 for two years.
- GATE-qualified candidates receive priority; remaining seats filled via Karnataka PGCET.
- Graduates pursue roles as VLSI design engineers, embedded systems engineers, FPGA developers, chip verification engineers, and semiconductor application engineers in semiconductor design firms, electronics manufacturing, defence electronics, IoT product companies, and embedded technology centres across Bengaluru and nationally.
PESCE Mandya M.Tech (VLSI Design and Embedded System) Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Year 1 Tuition Fee | INR 90,000 |
| Year 2 Tuition Fee | INR 90,000 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | INR 1,80,000 |
- Fee applies to government-quota seats; management quota fees may differ.
- University registration, exam fees, and development charges apply additionally.
- GATE scholars may be eligible for the AICTE PG Scholarship.
PESCE Mandya M.Tech (VLSI Design and Embedded System) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| GATE 2026 Result | March 19, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET Application Start | March 23, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET Application Deadline | April 8, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET (M.E./M.Tech/M.Arch) | May 23, 2026 |
| PGCET Result | July 8, 2026 (Tentative) |
| KEA Counselling and Seat Allotment | July to August 2026 |
- GATE candidates get priority; attach GATE scorecard with PGCET application.
- Register for Karnataka PGCET via the KEA portal online.
- Report to PESCE Mandya with BE degree certificates and transcripts.
- AICTE PG Scholarship applicants must apply via the AICTE portal.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a BE/B.Tech degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, or Instrumentation Technology from a recognised university.
- A minimum of 50 percent aggregate in the qualifying BE/B.Tech degree is required.
- A valid GATE score (preferred) or Karnataka PGCET score is mandatory.
- GATE-qualified candidates receive priority in seat allotment over non-GATE candidates.
Admission Process
- Obtain a valid GATE score or appear for Karnataka PGCET (M.E./M.Tech/M.Arch track).
- Register via the KEA Karnataka portal and submit GATE scorecard if applicable.
- Attend KEA centralised counselling and select PESCE Mandya and the M.Tech VLSI Design and Embedded System specialisation.
- Report to PESCE Mandya with original BE degree, transcripts, and transfer certificate.
- Complete VTU enrolment and begin first-semester coursework.
✓ Opt for this if
- ECE/EEE graduates targeting semiconductor VLSI or embedded design roles
- GATE-qualified candidates in EC/EE/IN paper seeking chip-design sector jobs in Bengaluru
- Karnataka-domicile students wanting PGCET route into VTU PG programme
- Professionals from electronics manufacturing seeking structured VLSI upskill
- Graduates targeting ISRO, DRDO, or defence electronics research roles
✗ Skip if
- Candidates from non-ECE/EEE branches (eligibility mismatch for VLSI)
- Those seeking placements with Bengaluru top-tier IT firms over hardware roles
- Candidates needing IIT/NIT brand recognition for competitive research programs
- Those preferring distance or online PG options over full-time residential study
- Candidates without GATE or Karnataka PGCET score (admission route is limited)
PESCE Mandya M.Tech (VLSI Design and Embedded System) Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| AICTE PG Scholarship | INR 12,400/month | GATE-qualified candidates admitted through PGCET; apply via AICTE portal |
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | Karnataka-domicile SC/ST students; apply via state scholarship portal |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (OBC) | Up to INR 15,000/year | OBC candidates; family income below INR 1,00,000; apply via state portal |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
- GATE scholars: apply for AICTE PG fellowship via the AICTE portal.
- SC/ST students: apply via state scholarship portal after admission.
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