The B.Tech Lateral Entry Electronics and Communication Engineering at PES University (PESU), Bangalore, is a three-year undergraduate engineering programme designed for diploma holders seeking direct entry into the second year of B.Tech. The programme covers electronic circuits and analog electronics, digital systems and VLSI design, signals and systems and digital signal processing, communication theory and wireless networks, microprocessors and embedded systems programming, antenna design and electromagnetics, RF and microwave engineering, optical fibre communication and photonics, IoT systems and sensor networks, image and video processing, and a final-year project in electronics or communication engineering, preparing graduates for electronics design engineer, embedded systems developer, and communication systems specialist roles. PES University holds NAAC A+ grade accreditation. Total programme fee is INR 15,10,000 for three years (including one-time administrative charge).
📋 Admission Status: PES University B.Tech Lateral Entry Electronics and Communication Engineering admissions for 2026-27 are conducted through Karnataka DCET rank-based KEA counseling. Apply at kea.kar.nic.in after DCET result declaration. Non-Karnataka diploma holders may apply through PES University’s direct admission process at pes.edu.
Key Points
- Three-year B.Tech Lateral Entry Electronics and Communication Engineering at PES University Bangalore; direct 2nd-year entry for diploma holders
- Annual fee: INR 5,00,000; total: INR 15,10,000 (including INR 10,000 admin charge)
- Eligibility: Diploma in relevant branch with minimum 60% marks; Karnataka DCET 2026
PES University B.Tech Lateral Entry Electronics and Communication Engineering Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Fee (Year 1, 2nd Year of B.Tech) | INR 5,00,000 |
| Fee (Year 2, 3rd Year of B.Tech) | INR 5,00,000 |
| Fee (Year 3, 4th Year of B.Tech) | INR 5,00,000 |
| One-Time Administrative Charge | INR 10,000 |
| Total Fees (3 Years, Hostel Separate) | INR 15,10,000 |
- Verify 2026-27 exact fee at pes.edu/fee/ before applying.
- One-time administrative charge of INR 10,000 is non-refundable.
- Hostel and mess charges are separate; contact pes.edu.
PES University B.Tech Lateral Entry Electronics and Communication Engineering Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Karnataka DCET 2026 Registration | April to June 2026 (check kea.kar.nic.in) |
| Karnataka DCET 2026 Exam | June to July 2026 (check kea.kar.nic.in) |
| DCET Result | July to August 2026 (check kea.kar.nic.in) |
| KEA Counseling (Round 1) | August 2026; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 (tentative) |
- Karnataka diploma holders: admission via DCET 2026 KEA counseling.
- Eligibility: Diploma in relevant branch with 60% aggregate.
- Non-Karnataka candidates: check direct admission at pes.edu/admissions.
- Check kea.kar.nic.in for DCET schedule and PESU seat matrix.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have completed a 3-year Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline from a government-recognised polytechnic with a minimum of 60 percent aggregate marks. Lateral entry is directly into the second year (3rd semester) of the B.Tech programme.
- A valid Karnataka DCET 2026 (Diploma Common Entrance Test) rank is required for Karnataka domicile diploma holders. Admission is through KEA rank-based counseling at kea.kar.nic.in. Non-Karnataka diploma holders may apply through PES University’s direct admission process at pes.edu/admissions.
Admission Process
- Appear in Karnataka DCET 2026 conducted by KEA for Karnataka domicile diploma holders. Register and check schedule at kea.kar.nic.in.
- After DCET result, participate in KEA counseling (Round 1: August 2026); choose PES University during option entry. Confirm seat availability in the PESU seat matrix.
- Receive seat allotment; pay Year 1 fee and complete document verification at PES University, Bangalore.
- Non-Karnataka diploma holders: apply directly via pes.edu/admissions; submit diploma marksheets and complete the PES University admission process.
- Complete admission formalities and registration; classes commence August 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- Diploma in ECE or Electronics holder seeking a full B.Tech degree at a NAAC A+ private university in Bangalore
- Career target is embedded systems, VLSI design, IoT, or communication engineering at semiconductor or telecom companies
- PES University’s NAAC A+ grade and strong industry connections in Bengaluru support placement in electronics and tech companies
- Bengaluru’s semiconductor cluster (Intel, Qualcomm, TI) actively recruits B.Tech ECE graduates
- Planning GATE exam for M.Tech (VLSI/Embedded), PSU roles, or startup career after B.Tech ECE
✗ Skip if
- IIT, NIT, or BITS brand required for competitive chip-design research or top-tier FAANG placements
- Fee of INR 15,10,000 for 3 years is high for a lateral entry B.Tech; government college lateral entry (UVCE, MSRIT) is significantly cheaper
- Career goal is pure software development or data science; B.Tech ECE leads primarily to electronics and embedded roles
- Karnataka DCET rank-based admission; confirm PESU seat availability at kea.kar.nic.in before applying
PES University B.Tech Lateral Entry Electronics and Communication Engineering Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| PESU Merit Scholarship | Up to 100% tuition fee waiver | Rank 1 to 100 in KCET / JEE Main / PESSAT or equivalent; merit-based; contact pes.edu/admissions |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000; scholarships.gov.in |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Government of Karnataka) | As per government norms | SC/ST Karnataka domicile students; state scholarship portal |
| Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme (J&K) | As per scheme norms | Students from J&K and UT of Ladakh; aicte-pragati-saksham-neu.in |
- PESU Merit Scholarship: up to 100% tuition waiver; check pes.edu/admissions.
- Central Sector Scholarship: income below INR 8 lakh; scholarships.gov.in.
- Karnataka post-matric scholarship for SC/ST students; state portal.
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