What is DSCEs CET code for KCET counselling?

The DSCE CET code for KCET counselling is E007. The COMEDK code is E040. Use these codes during option entry to find DSCE in the college list.

What is the annual B.E. fee at DSCE for 2026?

The annual B.E. fee at DSCE is INR 140,320 per year (tuition INR 120,320 plus other fees INR 20,000) for all branches. This is subject to revision. Contact dsce.edu.in or call 9741882324 for the latest figures.

What is the minimum percentage required for DSCE B.E. admission?

Candidates must have 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics plus one of Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Computer Science, or Electronics. The minimum aggregate is 45% for general category and 40% for SC/ST/OBC. Management quota requires min 50% in PCM with individual subject passes.

Does DSCE accept COMEDK scores for B.E. admission?

Yes. DSCE accepts COMEDK UGET scores. The COMEDK Code for DSCE is E040. COMEDK is open to students from all states. The 2026 COMEDK application fee was INR 1,800.

Is there a management quota at DSCE?

Yes. DSCE has management quota B.E. seats. Candidates must have minimum 50% in PCM with individual subject passes and a valid KCET, COMEDK, or JEE Main rank. Contact the admissions office at 9741882324 or 9741889394.

Can final-year students apply for DSCE admission?

Yes. Students appearing in their 10+2 board exams can provisionally register for KCET and COMEDK. Admission is confirmed after submitting the final mark sheet with the required minimum percentage.

Which exam is required for DSCE MBA admission?

DSCE MBA government quota seats require Karnataka PGCET. Management quota accepts PGCET, MAT, CAT, and KMAT Karnataka. The Karnataka PGCET 2026 MBA exam was held on June 14, 2026.

How does DSCE Ph.D. admission work?

DSCE Ph.D. admission requires a Masters degree. DSCE conducts the ULRAT (University Level Research Aptitude Test). Shortlisted candidates appear for a VTU interview. Ph.D. total fee is INR 86,600 (reference, verify with college).

What is the lateral entry B.E. fee at DSCE?

The annual lateral entry B.E. fee at DSCE is INR 131,800 per year for the 3-year programme. Lateral entry admission goes through Karnataka DCET conducted by KEA.

Which scholarships are available for DSCE students?

DSCE students can access government scholarships through two portals. The SSP portal covers Karnataka state schemes for SC/ST/OBC/EBC students. The NSP portal covers AICTE PRAGATI (INR 50,000/year for girls), AICTE SAKSHAM (INR 50,000/year for PwD), and the Central Sector Scheme.

DSCE Bangalore MBA Banking: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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17 Oct, 2026 Karnataka PGCET Round 2 Allotment Result 2026 is out. View Allotment. The last date for fee payment & reporting is Oct 19 & 23, 2026, respectively. Read News.

17 Oct, 2026 DSCE Bangalore Karnataka PGCET Round 1 MBA Cutoff 2026 in the GM Category is 671. For the category-wise cutoff, check here.

08 Oct, 2026 KMAT Result 2026 is out for Session 1 @kmatindia.com. Read News. KMAT 2026 Session 2 registration is also open till Oct 31, 2026. Session 2 exam will be held on Nov 14, 2026. Read More.

03 Oct, 2026 DSCE Bangalore MBA Banking Fee Structure 2026-27 released. The total academic fee is ₹ 1.83 Lakhs.

Total fees

INR 2.31 Lakhs

2 years, no hostel

Average pay

INR 7 LPA

PG median pay, latest NIRF data

Cutoff

534

PGCET MBA GM, Round 1 2025

Placement rate

91%

MBA brochure, 2024 to 2025

In This Page▾

01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to placements 02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice 03EligibilityThe marks and exam you need before you apply 04Admission ProcessEvery step from the exam to reporting 05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step 06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel 07Will your rank get you in?Closing ranks by category and quota 08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed 09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side 10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply

About DSCE MBA Banking

DSCE offers MBA Banking as a two-year, full-time postgraduate course in Bangalore. The MBA department is affiliated to VTU, approved by AICTE and taught over four semesters. DSCE is NAAC A accredited, ISO 9001:2015 certified and autonomous under VTU. The full fee without hostel is INR 2.31 Lakhs for the PGCET quota. Admission is through Karnataka PGCET, KMAT, CAT, MAT or management quota review. The MBA brochure lists 120 students in the 2023 to 2025 batch. The latest NIRF PG median pay is INR 7 LPA, and the MBA brochure shows 91% students placed for 2024 to 2025.

DSCE MBA Banking Fees

The full course costs INR 2.31 Lakhs without hostel and INR 5.31 Lakhs with hostel and living. The tuition fee paid at KEA is INR 1.39 Lakhs. You pay the KEA fee and the college fee during admission. Hostel or PG cost is separate, so compare rooms before you pay.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
KEA tuition fee	INR 1.39 Lakhs	INR 69,630 a year, 2 years
College and VTU fee	INR 90,052	INR 45,026 a year, 2 years
Eligibility fee	INR 1,800	One time, if needed
Hostel and living	INR 3 Lakhs	INR 15,000 a month, 20 months
Total, no hostel	INR 2.31 Lakhs	Full course
Total with hostel	INR 5.31 Lakhs	Full course

DSCE MBA Banking Admission Dates

Round 1 allotment closed on 25 Sep 2026. Round 2 allotment is on 8 Oct 2026. Reporting starts on 12 Oct 2026. Keep the allotment order, fee challan and original marks papers ready for reporting.

Event	Date	Status
Karnataka PGCET registration, last date to apply	23 Mar 2026 to 8 Apr 2026	Over
Karnataka PGCET MBA exam	24 May 2026	Over
PGCET result and rank	19 Aug 2026	Over
KEA document check	1 Sep 2026 to 10 Sep 2026	Over
KEA option entry	12 Sep 2026 to 18 Sep 2026	Over
Round 1 allotment	25 Sep 2026	Over
Round 2 allotment	8 Oct 2026	Confirmed
Admission fee, last date	10 Oct 2026	Confirmed
Physical reporting and document check	12 Oct 2026	Confirmed
Classes start	10 Nov 2026	Confirmed

DSCE MBA Banking Eligibility

You need a bachelor degree with 50% marks; reserved Karnataka groups need 45%. You also need PGCET for government quota. Management quota students can use PGCET, KMAT, CAT or MAT. If your marks are short, DSCE cannot accept the seat.

Requirement	What you need
Degree	Bachelor degree of three years or more
Marks	50% for General, 45% for SC, ST and reserved Karnataka groups
Exam	PGCET for government quota; PGCET, KMAT, CAT or MAT for management quota
Mode	Full-time MBA on campus

DSCE MBA Banking Admission Process

KEA allots the PGCET quota seat on your rank and your options. You then pay the fee and report to DSCE. Management quota students apply to DSCE and attend the college review. If you miss fee payment, you lose the seat.

Step	What you do
1. Write PGCET	Register with KEA and write the MBA paper
2. Fill options	Choose DSCE MBA in the KEA option list
3. Accept the seat	Download the allotment order and pay the fee
4. Report	Bring original degree marks papers and the fee challan

DSCE MBA Banking Cutoff

The General Merit seat closed at rank 534 in 2025 and the 3B General seat closed at rank 831. These are Karnataka PGCET MBA Round 1 closing ranks. A lower rank number got tougher, so treat 534 as the safer number.

Category	Closing rank	Round and year
General Merit	534	Round 1, 2025
3B General	831	Round 1, 2025
2A General	918	Round 1, 2025
SC General	2,947	Round 1, 2025
ST General	3,713	Round 1, 2025

DSCE MBA Banking Placements

The latest NIRF PG median pay is INR 7 LPA and the MBA brochure shows 91% placement for 2024 to 2025. The brochure names BFSI, technology services, start-ups and e-commerce as hiring areas. Finance and banking students must build internships early.

Metric	Value
Median pay	INR 7 LPA
Placement rate	91%
Batch size	120 students
Hiring areas	BFSI, technology services, start-ups and e-commerce
Department start	2006

DSCE MBA Banking Scholarships

Four schemes can cut the fee by INR 20,000 to INR 1 Lakh over the course. The SC or ST post-matric route gives the largest listed waiver here. State and central schemes need income papers. Keep the NSP or SSP login ready.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
SC or ST post-matric scholarship	SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year	INR 80,000 over the course
Central Sector Scheme	Any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year	INR 20,000 over the course
EWS tuition waiver	EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year	INR 60,000 over the course
OBC post-matric scholarship	OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year	INR 40,000 over the course

DSCE MBA Banking Ranking

DSCE has NAAC A grade, AICTE approval and autonomous VTU status. NIRF places the college in the 201 to 300 engineering group. The MBA brochure adds ISO 9001:2015 certification. Use these facts as college checks, not as a job promise.

Ranking body	Year	Rank or grade
NAAC	latest listed	A grade
NIRF Engineering	2025	201 to 300 group
AICTE	latest listed	Approved

DSCE MBA Banking Course Structure

Semesters 1 and 2 cover accounting, economics, data and marketing. Semesters 3 and 4 carry electives, projects and internships. Banking sits inside the dual specialisation system, so ask which elective group opens before you pay.

Year	What you study
Year 1	Accounting, economics, data, marketing and communication
Year 1 summer	Social immersion and consulting internship
Year 2	Electives, project management and technology courses
Year 2 end	Research project work

Should you pick MBA Banking at DSCE?

This course suits students who want finance roles and can use Bangalore for projects and interviews.

Pick it if:

You want banking roles in Bangalore: the MBA brochure names BFSI and technology services as hiring areas for this department.

You want a smaller MBA batch: the brochure lists 120 students, so class groups stay smaller than many city MBA programs.

You need a low PGCET fee: the government quota total is INR 2.31 Lakhs before hostel, as the fee block shows.

Your seat is through PGCET: KEA allots MBA seats by rank, so fill DSCE carefully in the option list.

Skip it if:

You want only bank jobs: the course is a VTU MBA with banking electives, not a bank placement promise.

You need a low hostel cost: living cost can make the total INR 5.31 Lakhs, so compare PG rooms first.

You need a named banking seat: KEA admits to MBA seats first, so ask DSCE how electives are allotted.

You want more than classroom finance: the brochure has finance and fintech hubs, but you must build internships yourself.

Counsellor's advice

If your PGCET rank is near 534, keep DSCE high but add safer MBA choices. If banking is the goal, ask how banking electives are allotted before you pay.

MBA Banking Eligibility▾

Degree marks: You need 50% in your bachelor degree; reserved Karnataka groups need 45%.

Government quota: You need a valid Karnataka PGCET rank for KEA seat allotment.

Management quota: You can use PGCET, KMAT, CAT or MAT and then attend the college review.

Course mode: The course is full-time on the DSCE campus and takes two academic years.

MBA Banking Admission Process▾

Write PGCET: Register with KEA, write the MBA paper and keep the rank card ready.

Fill options: Put DSCE MBA in the KEA option list before the option entry window closes.

Accept seat: Download the allotment order and pay the fee before the last date.

Report to DSCE: Bring original degree marks papers, the allotment order and the fee challan.

MBA Banking Admission Dates 2026

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These are the official 2026 dates. Tap 2027 Session for expected dates of the next batch.

2026 Session2027 Session

The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026.

Over

23 Mar 2026 to 8 Apr 2026

Karnataka PGCET registration

Last date to apply was 8 Apr 2026. Late forms were not taken.

Over

24 May 2026

Karnataka PGCET MBA exam

The MBA paper was the rank test for KEA counselling.

Over

19 Aug 2026

PGCET result and rank

KEA rank is the number used in seat allotment.

Over

1 Sep 2026 to 10 Sep 2026

KEA document check

Documents had to match the PGCET application before options.

Over

12 Sep 2026 to 18 Sep 2026

KEA option entry

Options locked when the window shut on 18 Sep 2026.

Over

25 Sep 2026

Round 1 allotment

The allotment order came online the same day.

Confirmed

8 Oct 2026

Round 2 allotment

Use this round if the first allotment was not your final choice.

Confirmed

10 Oct 2026

Admission fee, last date

You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by 10 Oct 2026.

Confirmed

12 Oct 2026

Physical reporting and document check

Bring originals, allotment order and fee challan.

Confirmed

10 Nov 2026

Classes start

The first semester starts after reporting ends.

Tentative

Mar 2027

Karnataka PGCET registration

Expected to open in the same month as this year; last date to apply follows in April.

Tentative

May 2027

Karnataka PGCET MBA exam

Expected in the same month as this year.

Tentative

Aug 2027

PGCET result and rank

Expected after the exam paper is checked.

Tentative

Sep 2027

KEA document check

Expected before option entry starts.

Tentative

Sep 2027

KEA option entry

Expected to stay open for about a week.

Tentative

Sep 2027

Round allotments

Expected after option entry closes.

Tentative

Oct 2027

Admission fee

Expected soon after the allotment order.

Tentative

Oct 2027

Physical reporting and document check

Expected before classes start.

Tentative

Nov 2027

Classes start

Expected after reporting ends.

Source: KEA PGCET bulletin and DSCE fee notice. Confirm on the official site before you act.

DSCE MBA Banking Fees 2026

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This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and living cost.

KEA tuition fee

Per year × 2, INR 69,630 a year

INR 1.39 Lakhs

College and VTU fee

Per year × 2, INR 45,026 a year

INR 90,052

Eligibility fee

One time, in year 1

INR 1,800

Add hostel + living

Hostel and living

Per month × 20, INR 15,000 a month

INR 3 Lakhs

Total course fee

INR 2.31 Lakhs

2 years · tuition + college fee, hostel not added

Total course fee

INR 5.31 Lakhs

2 years · tuition + college fee + hostel and living

Education loan EMI

INR 3,897

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

303%

average first-year pay INR 7 LPA vs the full fee

Education loan EMI

INR 8,955

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

132%

average first-year pay INR 7 LPA vs the full fee

Source: DSCE fee notice 2026. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your rank get you MBA Banking at DSCE?

Pick your category and quota. The cutoff ranges are this course's published PGCET closing ranks.

DSCE MBA Banking Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.

DSCE MBA Banking vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to DSCE. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

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Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering

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BMS College of Engineering

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Ramaiah Institute of Technology

Bangalore

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RNS Institute of Technology

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CMR Institute of Technology

Bangalore

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BNM Institute of Technology

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Total fees2 years, no hostel

INR 2.31 Lakhs

tuition + college fee

INR 7 Lakhs

INR 4.69 Lakhs more

INR 2.60 Lakhs

INR 29,000 more

INR 2.20 Lakhs

INR 11,000 less

INR 2.10 Lakhs

INR 21,000 less

INR 2.40 Lakhs

INR 9,000 more

Average paylatest batch

INR 7 LPA

latest NIRF data

INR 8 LPA

INR 1 LPA more

INR 6.5 LPA

INR 0.5 LPA less

INR 6.2 LPA

INR 0.8 LPA less

INR 5.8 LPA

INR 1.2 LPA less

INR 6 LPA

INR 1 LPA less

Placement rateshare of the batch placed

91%

MBA brochure

90%

1 points lower

88%

3 points lower

85%

6 points lower

80%

11 points lower

84%

7 points lower

Closing rankPGCET MBA, GM

534

Round 1, 2025

264

270 places tougher

357

177 places tougher

1,200

666 places easier

1,800

1,266 places easier

1,000

466 places easier

SeatsMBA intake

120

MBA brochure

120

Same seats

120

Same seats

180

60 more

120

Same seats

120

Same seats

ROIaverage pay vs the full fee

303%

on INR 7 LPA

114%

189 points lower

250%

53 points lower

282%

21 points lower

276%

27 points lower

250%

53 points lower

In short

BMSCE has a tougher cutoff and higher pay, but it costs much more. If fee matters most, DSCE is the lower-cost seat.

In short

MSRIT has a tougher cutoff and a slightly higher fee, while DSCE has better ROI on these numbers. If both allot, choose by commute and elective fit.

In short

RNSIT is a little cheaper and easier to enter, but DSCE shows higher pay and placement. If DSCE allots, take it unless you need the easier cutoff.

In short

CMRIT is cheaper and easier to enter, but DSCE has stronger pay and placement figures here. If your rank clears DSCE, keep it above CMRIT.

In short

BNMIT is close on fee and easier on cutoff, but DSCE has better pay and ROI. If finance electives matter, ask both departments before locking.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on DSCE MBA Banking

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is MBA Banking at DSCE worth the fee?▾

Yes, if you get the PGCET quota fee and want finance roles in Bangalore. The full fee without hostel is INR 2.31 Lakhs and the median PG pay used here is INR 7 LPA. Check the hostel or PG cost before you decide, because living cost changes the total.

Should I take this seat if my PGCET rank is near 534?▾

Yes, keep it high, but do not depend only on last year's close. The GM closing rank printed here is 534 for Round 1. Add safer MBA choices below and above it in the option list, then watch the next allotment result.

Is this course right for banking jobs?▾

It can be right if you build the finance path early. The MBA brochure names BFSI as one hiring area and the course has banking electives. Ask how electives are allotted, join finance club work and take internships before the final placement season.

Who should skip MBA Banking at DSCE?▾

Skip it if you want a bank job promise from the college name alone. DSCE offers a VTU MBA and banking sits inside the elective path. If you need a fixed banking seat from the first year, ask the department in writing before you pay.

Is DSCE better for pay or for low fee?▾

It is stronger on low fee for PGCET students. The base fee is INR 2.31 Lakhs and the ROI tile uses INR 7 LPA. The pay figure is not a promise, so use the fee block and placement table together before taking a loan.

Will the batch size help placements?▾

The MBA brochure lists 120 students, which is smaller than many city MBA batches. That can help faculty know students better, but placement still depends on skills and interviews. Use the first semester to build Excel, finance and communication skills.

Should I choose DSCE for Bangalore internships?▾

Yes, if you can actively search and travel inside the city. Bangalore gives BFSI, technology services, start-up and e-commerce exposure. The college can help with training, but you should also apply on your own from the first year.

Is the management quota a safe route?▾

It is safe only if you meet the marks rule and can pay the different fee. The eligibility block says 50% marks for General and 45% for reserved groups. Ask DSCE for the written fee and elective details before you confirm.

Can I pay the DSCE MBA fee in parts?▾

The PGCET fee notice asks students to pay the listed amount during admission. The fee block shows INR 1.39 Lakhs as KEA tuition and INR 90,052 as college and VTU fee for two years. Ask the fee section before planning any split payment.

What scholarships can reduce the cost?▾

Scholarships can help only if your category and income match a scheme. The calculator shows awards from INR 20,000 to INR 1 Lakh. Keep income, caste or EWS papers ready, and check NSP or SSP dates before the first semester gets busy.

Is hostel needed for MBA Banking at DSCE?▾

No, it is a cost choice, not an academic rule. The fee block adds INR 3 Lakhs as hostel and living cost for the full course estimate. Compare PG rooms near Kumaraswamy Layout before you switch on that cost in your own plan.

What should I check before joining DSCE MBA Banking?▾

Check three things before you say yes. First, confirm your fee route. Second, ask how banking electives are allotted. Third, compare your rank with the 534 GM close. If all three fit, DSCE is a sensible PGCET MBA option.

This page is AI assisted and human verified.

Collegedunia Team

Content Curator | Updated on - Oct 1, 2026

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