PES University offers BCA as a three-year, full-time course of six semesters at its Ring Road campus in Bangalore. The university holds NAAC A+ and stands #117 in Collegedunia's Computer Applications ranking 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 8.50 Lakhs for the 2027 batch, and INR 11.35 Lakhs with hostel and mess. There is no entrance rank for this course. You need 50% in Class 12 with Maths, and then you clear the PES entrance process, which is an online interview. Across its three-year UG courses, the university reported a median pay of INR 4.6 LPA for 2024-25. In year 3 you pick one track: System Administration, Application Design or Software Testing.
PES University BCA Fees
The total fees with hostel is INR 11.35 Lakhs while the fees without hostel is INR 8.50 Lakhs. The tuition fee is INR 8.40 Lakhs for the three years. You pay INR 2.80 Lakhs each year, plus a one-time INR 10,000 administrative charge that is not refunded. PES University fixes this fee for the 2027-28 batch. Hostel and mess are extra, and you pay them only if you take a room.
Fee head
Amount
How it is charged
Tuition fee
INR 8.40 Lakhs
INR 2.80 Lakhs a year, 3 years
Administrative charge
INR 10,000
One time, not refunded
Hostel and mess
INR 2.85 Lakhs
INR 95,000 a year at the lowest room rate, 3 years
Total, no hostel
INR 8.50 Lakhs
Full course
Total with hostel
INR 11.35 Lakhs
Full course
PES University BCA Admission Dates 2027
Online registration for the 2027 batch opened on 3 Sep 2026. Entrance slot booking starts in Oct 2026, and the online interviews are held from Nov 2026 to Jul 2027. The result comes within three working days of your interview. Classes start in Aug 2027. Book an early slot, because the last date to register is in Jul 2027.
Event
Date
Status
Online registration opens
3 Sep 2026
Over
Entrance slot booking and hall ticket
Oct 2026
Tentative
PES entrance process (online interview)
Nov 2026 to Jul 2027
Tentative
Interview result
Nov 2026 to Jul 2027
Tentative
Admission offer and seat confirmation
Nov 2026 to Jul 2027
Tentative
First-year fee payment
Nov 2026 to Jul 2027
Tentative
Last date to register and apply
Jul 2027
Tentative
Document check and reporting
Aug 2027
Tentative
Classes start
Aug 2027
Tentative
PES University BCA Eligibility
You need 50% aggregate in Class 12 from any recognised board. Any stream can apply, but Maths must be one of your Class 12 subjects. PES University sets this rule. If you did not study Maths in Class 12, you cannot apply for BCA here.
Requirement
What you need
Class 12 marks
50% aggregate
Stream
Any stream: science, commerce or arts
Subject
Maths compulsory in Class 12
Board
Any recognised board
Entrance
PES entrance process, an online interview
PES University BCA Admission Process
You register online for INR 1,200, book an entrance slot and attend an online interview. PES University sends the result within three working days. If you get an offer, you pay the fee by demand draft by the date on it. If you miss that date, you do not get the seat.
Step
What you do
1. Register online
Fill the form on the PES admissions portal and pay INR 1,200
2. Book a slot
Pick an interview date and download the hall ticket
3. Attend the interview
Take the online interview on your slot date
4. Get the result
It comes within three working days
5. Pay and join
Pay by demand draft, then report with your original mark sheets
PES University BCA Cutoff
BCA at PES University has no entrance rank cutoff. The minimum is 50% aggregate in Class 12 with Maths for the 2027 intake. Meeting it only lets you apply. The online interview decides who gets an offer.
Rule
Minimum
Intake
Class 12 aggregate
50%
2027
Maths in Class 12
Compulsory
2027
Entrance rank
Not used, online interview instead
2027
PES University BCA Placements
The median pay for the university's 3-year UG courses was INR 4.6 LPA in 2024-25. In that year 67 of 321 graduates were placed, which is 21%. The university reports these figures to NIRF for all its 3-year UG courses together, not for BCA alone. The median has risen from INR 3.8 LPA in 2022-23. Accenture, Cognizant, TCS, Infosys and IBM are on the university's recruiter list.
Metric
Value
Median pay, 2024-25
INR 4.6 LPA
Median pay, 2023-24
INR 4.5 LPA
Median pay, 2022-23
INR 3.8 LPA
Graduates placed, 2024-25
67 of 321, 21%
Recruiters named by the university
Accenture, Cognizant, TCS, Infosys, IBM, JP Morgan
PES University BCA Scholarships
The merit schemes refund 40% to 50% of the tuition fee each semester, worth up to INR 2.80 Lakhs over the first two years. The Prof. MRD Scholarship gives the most, to the top 5% of the class. The Central Sector Scheme adds INR 36,000 over three years for a family income up to INR 4.5 Lakhs. PES University gives only one award to a student in a semester, and none in the final year.
Scholarship
Who can get it
Amount or waiver
Prof. MRD Scholarship
Top 5% of the class by CGPA
50% tuition refund, up to INR 2.80 Lakhs
Prof. CNR Rao Scholarship
Next 20% of the class by SGPA
40% tuition refund, up to INR 2.24 Lakhs
Central Sector Scheme
Top 20 percentile in Class 12, family income up to INR 4.5 Lakhs
INR 36,000 over 3 years
PES University BCA Ranking
PES University is #117 in Collegedunia's Computer Applications ranking 2025 and holds NAAC A+. NIRF 2025 placed it in the 151 to 200 group among universities. Collegedunia ranks on fees, placements and student reviews. NIRF ranks on data the university files every year.
Ranking body
Year
Rank or grade
Collegedunia Computer Applications
2025
#117
NIRF University
2025
151 to 200
NIRF Engineering
2025
101 to 150
NAAC
Current cycle
A+, CGPA 3.3
PES University BCA Course Structure
Year 1 has Python, C programming, database systems and operating systems. Year 2 adds data structures, algorithms and software engineering. In year 3 you pick one track and do a project and an internship. You take three of the four courses in your track.
Year
What you study
Year 1
Python, C programming, database systems, operating systems, web technology
Year 2
Data structures, object-oriented programming, algorithms, software engineering, web application design
Year 3
Web frameworks, cloud technologies, R programming, your track, the project and an internship
Tracks
System Administration, Application Design or Software Testing
PES University BCA Hostel and Campus
The lowest hostel room rate is INR 95,000 a year, with food. The boys' hostel is inside the Ring Road campus, and the girls' hostel is about 2 km away. PES University manages both hostels and college buses take students to the girls' hostel. You decide on the hostel when you take admission.
Item
Detail
Campus
Ring Road campus, 100 Feet Ring Road, BSK III Stage, Bangalore
Boys' hostel
Inside the campus
Girls' hostel
About 2 km away, college buses provided
Food
A fixed menu of North and South Indian food
Hostel fee
From INR 95,000 a year at the lowest room rate
Should you pick BCA at PES University?
This course suits students who want an IT job in Bangalore and can pay a private university fee.
Pick it if:
You want an IT job in Bangalore: Accenture, Cognizant, TCS and Infosys are on the university's recruiter list, and they have large offices in the city.
You want to choose a track later: you pick System Administration, Application Design or Software Testing only in year 3, after two years of basics.
You want pay that is rising: the median for its 3-year UG courses went from INR 3.8 LPA to INR 4.6 LPA.
You have not written any entrance exam: admission is an online interview, and the result comes within three working days.
Skip it if:
You are paying the full fee yourself: the fee is INR 8.50 Lakhs, while the median pay for its 3-year UG courses is INR 4.6 LPA.
You are counting on a campus job: only 67 of the 321 graduates of its 3-year UG courses were placed in 2024-25.
You want a girls' hostel inside the campus: the girls' hostel is about 2 km away, and college buses take students there.
You plan to pay the fee online: the university takes the fee only by demand draft, so visit a bank before the offer date.
Counsellor's advice
If you want a campus job right after BCA, ask the admission office for BCA placement numbers before you pay. If a lower fee matters more, keep a cheaper BCA seat above this one in your list.
BCA Eligibility▾
Class 12 marks: 50% aggregate from any recognised board.
Stream: Any stream can apply: science, commerce or arts.
Maths: Maths must be one of your Class 12 subjects.
Entrance: No written exam. You take the PES entrance process, an online interview.
BCA Admission Process▾
Register online: Fill the form on the PES admissions portal and pay the INR 1,200 registration fee.
Book a slot: Slot booking and hall tickets start in Oct 2026.
Attend the interview: The online interviews are held from Nov 2026 to Jul 2027.
Get the result: It comes within three working days of your interview.
Pay and join: Pay by demand draft by the date on your offer, then bring original mark sheets when you join.
BCA Admission Dates 2027
▾
These are the official 2027 dates. Tap 2028 Session for expected dates of the next batch.
The 2028 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2027.
Over
3 Sep 2026
Online registration opens
Registration for the 2027 batch opened on 3 Sep 2026. The last date to apply is in Jul 2027.
Tentative
Oct 2026
Entrance slot booking and hall ticket
You pick a date for your online interview and download the hall ticket.
Tentative
Nov 2026 to Jul 2027
PES entrance process (online interview)
There is no written exam. You attend an online interview on your slot date.
Tentative
Nov 2026 to Jul 2027
Interview result
The result comes within three working days of your interview.
Tentative
Nov 2026 to Jul 2027
Admission offer and seat confirmation
The offer names the date by which you pay and confirm the seat.
Tentative
Nov 2026 to Jul 2027
First-year fee payment
Pay by demand draft by the date on your offer.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Last date to register and apply
After this, the online form closes for the 2027 batch.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Document check and reporting
Bring your original Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets when you join.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Classes for all UG courses start in Aug 2027.
Tentative
Sep 2027
Online registration opens
Expected in the same month as this year; the last date to apply is expected in Jul 2028.
Tentative
Oct 2027
Entrance slot booking and hall ticket
Expected about a month after registration opens.
Tentative
Nov 2027 to Jul 2028
PES entrance process (online interview)
Expected to be an online interview again, on the slot you book.
Tentative
Nov 2027 to Jul 2028
Interview result
Expected within three working days of each interview.
Tentative
Nov 2027 to Jul 2028
Admission offer and seat confirmation
Expected soon after each result.
Tentative
Nov 2027 to Jul 2028
First-year fee payment
Expected by the date on each offer.
Tentative
Jul 2028
Last date to register and apply
Expected in the same month as this year.
Tentative
Aug 2028
Document check and reporting
Expected when classes start.
Tentative
Aug 2028
Classes start
Expected in the same month as this year.
Source: PES University Important Dates for 2027-28. Confirm on the official site before you act.
PES University BCA Fees 2027
▾
This is the full 3-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess at the lowest room rate.
Tuition fee
Per year × 3, INR 2.80 Lakhs a year
INR 8.40 Lakhs
Administrative charge
One time, in year 1, not refunded
INR 10,000
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess
Per year × 3, INR 95,000 a year, lowest room rate
INR 2.85 Lakhs
Total course fee
INR 8.50 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + administrative charge, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 11.35 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + administrative charge + hostel and mess
Education loan EMI
INR 14,332
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
54%
median first-year pay INR 4.6 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 19,137
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
41%
median first-year pay INR 4.6 LPA vs the full fee
Source: PES University fee details for 2027-28. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your Class 12 marks get you a BCA seat at PES University?
Pick your Class 12 marks and your subjects. BCA here has no entrance rank, so these decide if you can apply.
Class 12 marks
Maths
Yes, you can apply
You meet the 50% and Maths rule. Book an interview slot; the online interview decides the offer.
Not yet
Maths is a must in Class 12 for BCA here, so you cannot apply without it.
Almost there
Register and book your interview now. You join only after your mark sheet shows 50% with Maths.
Not yet
Maths is a must in Class 12 for BCA here, so you cannot apply without it.
Not yet
BCA here needs at least 50% aggregate in Class 12, so you cannot apply on these marks.
Not yet
Maths is a must in Class 12 for BCA here, so you cannot apply without it.
EDITOR'S NOTE
The 50% rule only lets you apply. The online interview decides the offer, so prepare for it as you would for an exam.
PES University BCA Scholarship Calculator
Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.
Your place in class
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Each card below says which answer blocked the scheme.
Prof. MRD Scholarship
INR 2.80 Lakhs
PES University
The university refunds 50% of the tuition fee each semester in years 1 and 2 if you stay in the top 5%.
Who qualifies: top 5% of the class by CGPAApply by: no form, given each semester
Not eligible on your answers
Prof. CNR Rao Scholarship
INR 2.24 Lakhs
PES University
The university refunds 40% of the tuition fee each semester in years 1 and 2 if you are in the next 20%.
Who qualifies: next 20% of the class by SGPAApply by: no form, given each semester
Not eligible on your answers
Central Sector Scheme
INR 36,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP (National Scholarship Portal)
INR 12,000 a year for three years, renewed each year if you pass your exams.
Who qualifies: top 20 percentile in Class 12, family income up to INR 4.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2027 on NSP
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 3.16 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 5.34 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 2.80 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 5.70 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 2.60 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 5.90 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 2.24 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 6.26 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 36,000
Your net course fee: INR 8.14 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 8.50 Lakhs
PES University BCA vs similar colleges
Tap a college to see it next to PES University. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, a better rank.
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PES University
Ring Road, Bangalore
Compared with
Christ University
Hosur Road, Bangalore
Compared with
St Joseph's University
Lalbagh Road, Bangalore
Compared with
Kristu Jayanti College
Kothanur, Bangalore
Compared with
Mount Carmel College
Vasanth Nagar, Bangalore
Total fees3 years, no hostel
INR 8.50 Lakhs
2027-28 fee
INR 5.30 Lakhs
INR 3.20 Lakhs less, 2026 batch, Karnataka students
INR 4.80 Lakhs
INR 3.70 Lakhs less, 2026 batch, Karnataka students
INR 3.80 Lakhs
INR 4.70 Lakhs less, 2026 batch, Karnataka PU students
INR 4.52 Lakhs
INR 3.98 Lakhs less, 2026-27 fee, Karnataka students
Median pay3-year UG courses, NIRF
INR 4.6 LPA
2024-25
INR 5.61 LPA
INR 1.01 LPA more
INR 4.42 LPA
INR 0.18 LPA less
INR 7.18 LPA
INR 2.58 LPA more
INR 5.1 LPA
INR 0.5 LPA more
Placement rategraduates placed
21%
2024-25
53%
32 points higher
41%
20 points higher
25%
4 points higher
42%
21 points higher
ROImedian pay vs the full fee
54%
on INR 4.6 LPA
106%
52 points higher
92%
38 points higher
189%
135 points higher
113%
59 points higher
Collegedunia rankComputer Applications 2025
#117
of 251
#1
116 places higher
#5
112 places higher
#3
114 places higher
#22
95 places higher
In short
Christ University costs less, pays a higher median and places a bigger share of its graduates. If you get a BCA seat at Christ University, take it over PES University unless the Ring Road campus matters more to you.
In short
St Joseph's University costs much less and places a bigger share of its graduates, with a slightly lower median pay. If the fee is your main worry, take St Joseph's; pick PES University only if you want its year 3 tracks.
In short
Kristu Jayanti costs less than half and reports a higher median pay, with a similar share of graduates placed. If you get a seat there, it is the better value, so keep PES University as your second choice.
In short
Mount Carmel costs about half and places twice the share of graduates at a higher median pay. If you are eligible for a Mount Carmel seat, keep it above PES University in your list.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on PES University BCA
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is BCA at PES University worth the fee?▾
It is worth it if your family can pay without strain. The full fee without hostel is INR 8.50 Lakhs, and the median pay for the university's 3-year UG courses was INR 4.6 LPA in 2024-25. That is close to two years of median pay. If the family needs a big loan, check the EMI line in the fee block above before you decide.
What job can I get after BCA at PES University?▾
Most jobs are IT roles such as software developer, web developer or software tester. The university names Accenture, Cognizant, TCS, Infosys and IBM among its recruiters. In 2024-25, 67 of 321 graduates of its 3-year UG courses were placed through the university. Build a few projects and use the semester 6 internship to reach a company.
Who should not take BCA at PES University?▾
Skip it if you need a campus job to repay a loan quickly. Only 21% of the last batch of 3-year UG graduates were placed through the university, and the fee is INR 8.50 Lakhs. It also does not suit you if you did not study Maths in Class 12, because Maths is a must here.
Is BCA here good for higher studies like an MCA?▾
Yes, the course covers what an MCA builds on. You study Python, C, data structures, databases, operating systems and cloud technologies, and you do a project in year 3. If you plan a master's degree, keep your CGPA high from year 1, because it also decides the merit scholarships here.
Should I take this seat if my Class 12 marks are just above 50%?▾
Yes, you can apply, but marks alone do not get you the seat. The 50% rule with Maths only lets you into the online interview, and the interview decides the offer. Prepare to explain why you want computing and what you have learned so far. Book an early slot, since interviews are held from Nov 2026 to Jul 2027.
Should I wait for my Class 12 result before I apply?▾
No, you do not need to wait. Registration for the 2027 batch opened on 3 Sep 2026, and interviews start in Nov 2026, before the Class 12 results come. Apply early and book a slot. Keep your mark sheet ready, because you join only when it shows 50% with Maths.
Which track should I pick in year 3?▾
Pick the one that matches the job you want. System Administration suits server and network roles, Application Design suits developer roles, and Software Testing suits tester roles. You take three of the four courses in your track, so talk to seniors in year 2 before you choose.
Is Bangalore right for BCA internships?▾
Yes, Bangalore has many IT company offices, and semester 6 carries an internship in the BCA plan. The university also lets you count a Swayam course or a MOOC in its place. Start applying in semester 5, so the internship is fixed before semester 6 begins.
Will I get a job if I am not near the top of the class?▾
You may, but plan for it early. The university placed 67 of 321 graduates of its 3-year UG courses in 2024-25, so most students did not get a job through campus that year. Build projects, use the internship, and apply to companies on your own as well.
Can I get a scholarship for BCA at PES University?▾
Yes, if you finish near the top of your class. The Prof. MRD Scholarship refunds 50% of the tuition fee to the top 5% by CGPA, and the Prof. CNR Rao Scholarship refunds 40% to the next 20% by SGPA. Neither is given in the final year. The Central Sector Scheme adds INR 36,000 over three years if your family income is up to INR 4.5 Lakhs.
How do I get admission to BCA at PES University?▾
Register on the PES admissions portal and pay the INR 1,200 registration fee. Book an entrance slot from Oct 2026 and attend the online interview. The result comes within three working days. If you get an offer, pay the fee by demand draft by the date on it.
What is the full fee for BCA at PES University?▾
The full 3-year fee is INR 8.50 Lakhs without hostel for the 2027 batch. That is INR 2.80 Lakhs a year in tuition plus a one-time INR 10,000 administrative charge. With hostel and mess at the lowest room rate it comes to INR 11.35 Lakhs. The toggle in the fee block shows both totals.
Is there a hostel for BCA students at PES University?▾
Yes, the university manages its own hostels. The boys' hostel is inside the Ring Road campus, and the girls' hostel is about 2 km away with college buses. The lowest room rate is INR 95,000 a year with food. Decide on the hostel when you take admission, since that is when you ask for a room.
The BCA program is designed for those keen on computer programming, particularly in Java, HTML5, and CSS, making it ideal for future software industry professionals. The college provides strong placement opportunities, although primarily off-campus, with about 10% of students from the last batch securing jobs through college placements. The faculty are highly trained, providing a solid educational environment with modern labs and libraries. In the 5th and 6th semesters, faculty project guides offer valuable support.
Each class has 60 students, with a mentorship system where one mentor guides 10 students to aid their academic and personal development. The campus is equipped with free Wi-Fi, projectors, and an assessment center. Evaluations include two internal and one external exam per semester, and the curriculum is well-regarded. The BCA program does not require an entrance exam for admission, but candidates must attend an interview via the PESSAT system.
The fee structure is INR 220,000 per year, totaling INR 660,000 over three years, with an additional INR 10,000 admission fee in the first year, making the total cost INR 670,000. All students pay the same fees, as there are only management seats available. Internship opportunities, which are reportedly good according to senior students, start after the second year. Students' better academic performance is essential for attracting company interviews.
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PES University Bangalore: 3 Answered Questions
What courses are available with a PESSAT rank of 928 in the second round of counselling at PES University?
Atul SenguptaB.Tech CSE, PES University (2019)
According to the recent cut-off trends for PES University, the cut-off for computer science was 1094. So you can easily get admission in all the other branches, i.e. electronics and communication, electrical and electronics engineering, biotechnology engineering, mechanical engineering, and civil engineering.
Many factors determine the cut-off like the number of students who applied, appeared, and qualified for the exam; seat availability; difficulty level of the exam; and reservation policy.
So it is advisable for you that once you qualify for the exam you should analyze all these aspects to know about your chances to get admission to PES University.
Snigdha ChatterjeeB.Tech Electronics and Communication, PES University (2020)
PES University offers a course in Computer Science (CS) Engineering but not an ISE course. Their transition from PESIT led to the discontinuation of certain courses. One of them being ISE.
Currently there is no ISE department in PES University, The ISE faculty members have been gradually joining the CS department. They teach CS to the first year students. The CS department course fee is 13.2 lakh with an intake of 720 students.
PES University is one of the renowned deemed colleges in Bangalore and was ranked among the list of Top 26 for MBA by Times 2020. A three-year full-time BBA course in various fields is provided by the institute.
Admission-
The total fees for BBA are 5.11 lakhs.
No. of seats for BBA at PES University is 60.
Students are required to appear in PESSAT for admission.
The required eligibility criteria are 10+2 from any recognized board.
Placements- The placement percentage in BBA is moderate.
The highest package received was 48 LPA whereas the median salary offered was 6.8 LPA.
Top recruiters that visit the institution include Amazon, Cleartrip, Flipkart, JP Morgan, LinkedIn, Intel, Mahindra Rise, Mercedes Benz, and Deloitte.
Scholarships – If any student is among the top 20% of his/her class (section) in terms of CGPA for a particular academic year, then he/she will get a tuition fee waiver of 40% for the next academic year of study which will be executed on a semester basis.
Curriculum - PES University provides a perfect blend of contemporary education and industry exposure.
Leadership roles in the business and corporate world are the motto for BBA. The University adopts a modern approach to teaching whereas students are rendered inadequate academic freedom to innovate and learn in the process.
A weekly session called Basecamp is organized to introduce entrepreneurship and decode the start-up journey of guest entrepreneurs. Filled with fun, activities, and live examples, it is a great opportunity to learn more about entrepreneurship, and also get a chance to interact with fantastic entrepreneurs and start-ups.
The residential facilities are well planned as per international standards and the hostels comprise of well-ventilated rooms and a modern cafeteria.
In terms of academic teaching and quality course, PES is quite good for a BBA degree. But, overall placement and business exposure may not be as expected. So, based on this information and personal preferences, you should decide whether to enroll in the college or not.
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