Can I apply to PESU B.Tech without KCET if I am from another state?

Yes. Non-Karnataka students can apply to PESU B.Tech through JEE Main 2026 score, PESSAT 2026, or COMED-K score. Applications go through pes.edu/admissions. These seats are under the management quota and carry the full programme fee, ranging from INR 18,10,000 to INR 22,10,000 for 4 years by branch. KCET counselling through KEA is for Karnataka domicile students only.

What is PESSAT and how hard is it compared to JEE Main?

PESSAT is PES Universitys own Scholastic Aptitude Test, conducted online in slot-based mode throughout the year. It is considerably less competitive than JEE Main and is the primary route for most non-engineering programmes at PESU. For B.Tech, PESSAT is the management quota route. Results are declared within three working days. Register at pes.edu/admissions.

Are distance learning or private school students eligible for PESU admissions?

No. PES University explicitly states that distance, online, or private school candidates are not eligible for most programmes, including B.Tech, BBA, B.Com, BCA, and B.Sc Hons. This rule is strictly enforced. If you completed 10+2 through a private or distance board, check eligibility for specific courses at pes.edu/admissions before applying.

Does PESU MBBS require NEET-UG even for management quota seats?

Yes. NEET-UG 2026 qualification is mandatory for all MBBS seats at PESUIMSR, including government quota, management quota, and NRI quota. There is no MBBS admission at any private medical college in India without NEET-UG, as per NMC regulations. Management quota seats are filled through PESUIMSRs direct process at pesuimsr.pes.edu after NEET-UG results are declared.

What happens if I miss all PESSAT exam slots?

PESSAT is conducted in slot-based mode throughout the year on a rolling basis till July 2026. New slots are typically added when earlier ones fill up. Book your slot as early as possible at pes.edu/admissions, especially for high-demand programmes like B.Tech and MBA, to avoid last-minute difficulty in finding available dates.

Does PESU offer any scholarships at the time of admission?

PESU does not publish detailed scholarship slabs on the admissions page. Merit-based fee concessions may be available for students with strong academic records. For B.Tech, students with high KCET ranks may qualify for government scholarships through KEA. Check pes.edu and the scholarship section for the current policy before applying.

Is PESU B.Com Hons worth it compared to regular B.Com?

B.Com Hons at PESU is a 4-year programme with specializations in CA, CMA, or General Commerce. Fees range from INR 6,50,000 for General to INR 10,50,000 for CMA. If you are committed to ICAI CA or CMA qualification, integrated coaching support at one campus can be valuable. A regular B.Com at PESU costs INR 4,90,000 for 3 years and suits students who want a shorter degree before pursuing an MBA.

What is the total cost of MBBS at PESU under management quota?

The management quota MBBS fee at PESUIMSR is INR 22,45,000 per year for 4.5 academic years, totalling INR 1,01,02,500. Hostel charges are billed separately at approximately INR 1,90,000 to INR 2,10,000 per year. Government quota fees are state-regulated at INR 1,56,621 per year tuition plus INR 75,000 per year surcharge, available only to Karnataka domicile students through KEA counselling.

PES University Bangalore B.Sc {Hons.}: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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Content Curator | Updated on - Jun 12, 2026

PES University (PESU), Bangalore, offers B.Sc (Honours) across 10 specialisations spanning allied health sciences, social sciences, and mass communication. Duration ranges from 3 years for allied health programmes to 4 years for Economics and Journalism. Total fees range from INR 3,70,000 to INR 8,90,000 per programme (hostel separate), with admission through PESSAT 2026 at a NAAC A+ university in Bangalore.

📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is July 2026.

Key Points

PESSAT 2026 slot-based exams were held between April 21 and May 12, 2026; PESSAT registration remains open through July 2026 for candidates who have not yet appeared.
Allied health specialisations include supervised clinical rotations at PESIMSR and affiliated multi-specialty hospitals in Bangalore as part of the programme curriculum.
Economics and Journalism and Mass Communication run for 4 years; all eight allied health specialisations are 3-year programmes.

PESU B.Sc Hons Fees 2026

Fees vary by specialisation, ranging from INR 3,70,000 (Dialysis Therapy Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Technology) to INR 8,90,000 (Economics) for the full programme duration. All figures exclude hostel charges, which are billed separately.

Course	Total Fees
B.Sc Hons Cardiac Care Technology	INR 7,90,000
B.Sc Hons Dialysis Therapy Technology	INR 3,70,000
B.Sc Hons Economics	INR 8,90,000
B.Sc Hons Emergency Medical Services	INR 4,60,000
B.Sc Hons Journalism and Mass Communication	INR 7,30,000
B.Sc Hons Medical Laboratory Sciences	INR 3,70,000
B.Sc Hons Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology	INR 6,70,000
B.Sc Hons Operation Theatre Technology	INR 5,80,000
B.Sc Hons Psychology	INR 6,70,000
B.Sc Hons Medical Technology	INR 3,70,000

Hostel charges are not included in the above totals and are billed separately.
Fees is subject to change. Please verify with official sources before taking admission.

PESU B.Sc Hons Admission 2026

PESSAT 2026 registration opened in September 2025 and remains open through July 2026 on a rolling basis. Slot-based PESSAT exams were held from April 21 to May 12, 2026, with results announced within three working days. Document verification follows on receipt of an offer letter, and classes are expected to commence in August 2026.

Important Dates

Event	Date
PESSAT Registration 2026	September 2025 to July 2026 (rolling)
PESSAT Exam 2026	April 21 to May 12, 2026
PESSAT Result 2026	Within 3 working days of exam date
Document Verification	On receiving offer letter
Classes Commence	August 2026

PESSAT exams concluded in May 2026; contact pes.edu/admissions for any supplementary rounds.
Distance or private school candidates are not eligible for B.Sc Hons admission at PESU.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Allied health specialisations (Cardiac Care, Dialysis Therapy, Emergency Medical Services, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Radiology, OT Technology, Medical Technology): 10+2 PCB with minimum 50% aggregate from a recognised board.
Economics and Journalism and Mass Communication: 10+2 in any stream with minimum 50%; verify stream-specific eligibility at pes.edu/admissions.
Psychology: 10+2 with minimum 50% in PCB or Arts; confirm current requirements at pes.edu before applying.

Admission Process

Register at pes.edu/admissions and book a PESSAT 2026 slot for your preferred date.
Appear for PESSAT and receive the result within three working days.
Accept the offer letter and complete document verification at PES University, Bangalore.
Pay Year 1 fee along with the INR 10,000 administrative charge to confirm the seat.
Attend orientation and commence classes in August 2026.

✓ Opt for this if

Targeting a career in allied health sciences (cardiac care, OT tech, radiology) at Bangalore hospitals
Total fee of INR 3,70,000 to INR 7,90,000 fits budget for a NAAC A+ private university with hospital training
PCB graduate in Karnataka eligible for KCET rank-based PESU merit scholarship of up to 100% tuition waiver
Plans to pursue post-graduation in hospital management, clinical research, or nursing management after this degree

✗ Skip if

MBBS or BDS is the career goal; B.Sc Hons is a paramedical programme, not a medical degree
Placements outside Bangalore are required; PESU allied health placement networks are primarily Bangalore-centric
Government college fee levels preferred; INR 3,70,000 to INR 8,90,000 is above government allied health options
Research, pharma, or bioinformatics career preferred; a B.Sc Life Sciences from a research university is better suited

PESU B.Sc Hons Scholarships 2026

PESU extends merit-based and government scholarships to eligible B.Sc Hons students. Candidates ranking in the top 100 in KCET, JEE Main, or PESSAT may receive a tuition fee waiver of up to 100%.

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
PESU Merit Scholarship	Up to 100% tuition fee waiver	Rank 1 to 100 in KCET/JEE Main/PESSAT
Central Sector Scholarship (NSP)	Up to INR 12,000/year	Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000
Post-Matric Scholarship, Karnataka	As per government norms	SC/ST Karnataka domicile students
PM Special Scholarship Scheme, J&K	As per scheme norms	Students from J&K and UT of Ladakh

Apply for the PESU Merit Scholarship at the time of admission through pes.edu/admissions.
Central Sector and state scholarships are applied through national and state portals separately.

PESU B.Sc Hons FAQs

Ques. Can a PESU B.Sc Hons graduate in allied health apply for MBBS later?

Ans. B.Sc Hons (paramedical) is a separate undergraduate track and does not make graduates eligible for direct MBBS admission. NEET eligibility requires 10+2 PCB as the qualifying degree. Students should review NMC and NEET guidelines specific to their situation before planning further.

Ques. Is there a minimum PESSAT score to get into B.Sc Hons at PESU?

Ans. PESU does not publish a fixed PESSAT cutoff for B.Sc Hons. Admission depends on PESSAT rank, specialisation preference, and seat availability in that cycle. After results, counselling details are shared through pes.edu/admissions.

Ques. Which B.Sc Hons specialisations at PESU have the lowest total fee?

Ans. Three specialisations share the lowest total fee of INR 3,70,000 for the complete 3-year programme: Dialysis Therapy Technology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, and Medical Technology. The highest fee of INR 8,90,000 applies to the 4-year Economics programme.

Ques. Does PESU provide clinical training to B.Sc Hons allied health students?

Ans. Yes. Allied health specialisations at PESU include supervised clinical rotations at PESIMSR (PES Institute of Medical Sciences and Research) and affiliated multi-specialty hospitals in Bangalore, integrated into the curriculum across the full 3-year programme duration.

Ques. Can students from outside Karnataka avail the PESU Merit Scholarship?

Ans. The PESU Merit Scholarship is based on rank in PESSAT, KCET, or JEE Main and is not restricted to Karnataka students. The Karnataka Post-Matric Scholarship, however, is for Karnataka SC/ST domicile students only. Out-of-state students may apply for the Central Sector Scholarship if income and merit criteria are met.

PES University Bangalore B.Sc {Hons.}: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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