PES University (PESU), Bangalore, offers a 4-year full-time B.Des across 5 specialisations: B.Des Communication Design, B.Des Fashion Design, B.Des Industrial Design, B.Des Interaction Design, and B.Des. Total fee is INR 18,10,000 for all specialisations. Admission is through PESSAT and design portfolio evaluation. NID DAT, UCEED, and CEED scores are also considered. PES University holds NAAC A+ grade accreditation.
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is July 2026.
Key Points
- Bengaluru campus provides proximity to design agencies, tech product companies, and the advertising industry for internships
- All five B.Des specialisations at PESU culminate in a final-year industry project or design thesis
- Interaction Design specialisation aligns with UX designer and digital product design roles in Bengaluru’s tech sector
PESU B.Des Fees 2026
Total fee for all B.Des specialisations at PES University is INR 18,10,000 for the 4-year programme (INR 4,50,000 per year plus a one-time administrative charge of INR 10,000). Hostel charges are separate.
| Specialisation | Duration | Total Fees |
|---|
| All B.Des Specialisations | 4 Years | INR 18,10,000 |
- Verify fees with official sources before taking admission.
- One-time administrative charge of INR 10,000 is non-refundable.
- Hostel and mess charges are not included in the programme fee.
PESU B.Des Admission 2026
Admission to B.Des at PES University is through PESSAT 2026 (PES Scholastic Aptitude Test) combined with design portfolio evaluation. Candidates with NID DAT, UCEED, or CEED scores may submit these as supplementary credentials. Minimum eligibility is 10+2 with 50 percent marks from any recognised board.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| PESSAT 2026 Registration and Exam | Check pes.edu/admissions |
| Portfolio Submission | Post-PESSAT. Check pes.edu/admissions |
| Admission Offers | May to July 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
- Visit pes.edu/admissions for PESSAT schedule and portfolio guidelines.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have completed 10+2 from any recognised board with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate in any stream.
- A valid PESSAT 2026 score and design portfolio are required. NID DAT, UCEED, or CEED scores may additionally be submitted.
- Final selection involves portfolio review and design aptitude interview by PES University faculty.
Admission Process
- Register for PESSAT 2026 at pes.edu/admissions and check the exam schedule.
- Prepare and submit a design portfolio demonstrating creativity, drawing ability, and design problem-solving.
- Attend portfolio review or design aptitude interview conducted by PES University’s design faculty.
- Accept admission offer, pay Year 1 fee (INR 4,50,000 plus INR 10,000 administrative charge), and complete document verification.
- Classes commence August 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- Career goal is UX, product, fashion, or graphic design in Bengaluru
- Exploring multiple design streams before choosing a specific design career
- Budget allows INR 18,10,000 and Bengaluru placement geography is preferred
- Seeking NAAC A+ private university in Bengaluru with design-industry access
✗ Skip if
- NID Ahmedabad, NIFT, or IIT IDC required for premium design placements
- INR 18,10,000 total fee is high compared to government design schools
- Luxury fashion or international design agency career requires stronger institutional brand
PESU B.Des Scholarships 2026
PES University offers merit-based scholarships for B.Des students. Government scholarships under Central Sector and Karnataka post-matric schemes are also available for eligible candidates.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| PESU Merit Scholarship | Up to 100% tuition fee waiver | Rank 1 to 100 in KCET, JEE Main, or PESSAT |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000 per year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000 |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Karnataka) | As per government norms | SC/ST Karnataka domicile students |
| Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme | As per scheme norms | Students from J&K and UT of Ladakh |
- PESU Merit Scholarship: check pes.edu/admissions for latest criteria.
- Central Sector Scholarship: apply at scholarships.gov.in.
- Karnataka Post-Matric Scholarship: apply via state portal.
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