Dayananda Sagar University (DSU), Bangalore offers MBA in 9 specializations: Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics, Entrepreneurship, Financial Management, Human Resource Management, Information Technology and Systems Management, Marketing Management, Supply Chain Management, and a general MBA. All are 2-year full-time programmes through the School of Business. DSU ranks 268 in Collegedunia’s 2026 MBA India list. Total fees are INR 11,92,000 across all specializations. Admission is through CAT 2025, Karnataka PGCET 2026, MAT, GMAT, KMAT, or DSAT 2026.
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open via DSAT 2026. Karnataka PGCET 2026 MBA exam is scheduled for June 14, 2026. DSU MBA counselling is expected in August 2026.
Key Points
- MBA Artificial Intelligence bridges management and technology education, equipping graduates for AI product management and digital strategy roles at Bangalore technology companies.
- Karnataka PGCET MBA state-quota allocation by KEA is merit-based with no additional GD or PI from DSU, giving Karnataka-domicile students a streamlined admission track.
- An industry internship between years 1 and 2 is structured across all specializations, providing corporate exposure before the final year.
DSU Bangalore MBA Fees 2026
DSU MBA 2026 fees are uniform at INR 11,92,000 (INR 5,96,000 per year) for the 2-year programme across all 9 specializations.
- Fees are uniform across all specializations; verify with dsu.edu.in before admission.
DSU Bangalore MBA Admission 2026
DSU MBA 2026 admission is through CAT 2025, Karnataka PGCET 2026, MAT, GMAT, KMAT, or DSAT 2026. CAT 2025 was held in November 2025 and results were declared in January 2026. The Karnataka PGCET 2026 MBA exam is scheduled for June 14, 2026, with results expected on July 8, 2026. DSAT 2026 registration is currently ongoing.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| CAT 2025 Exam | November 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Result | January 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration | March 23 to April 20, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 MBA Exam | June 14, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Result | July 8, 2026 |
| DSAT 2026 Registration | Ongoing |
| DSU MBA Admission and Counselling | August 2026 |
- Admission through CAT 2025, Karnataka PGCET 2026, MAT, GMAT, KMAT, or DSAT 2026.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university with minimum 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories).
- Valid score in CAT 2025, Karnataka PGCET 2026, MAT, GMAT, KMAT, or DSAT 2026.
- Final-year graduates may apply provisionally pending results.
Admission Process
- Appear for CAT 2025, Karnataka PGCET 2026, MAT, GMAT, or DSAT 2026 as applicable.
- Apply to DSU MBA online at dsu.edu.in during the admission window.
- Attend DSU’s selection process (Group Discussion or Personal Interview if applicable) for direct management quota seats.
- PGCET-route candidates attend KEA counselling at kea.kar.nic.in — no separate GD/PI from DSU.
- Accept the offer letter and pay the first-year fee to confirm admission.
✓ Opt for this if
- Karnataka resident using PGCET state-quota for merit-based MBA admission
- Engineering or tech graduate targeting management roles in Bangalore’s technology sector
- Students wanting AI or analytics specialization in MBA at a moderate fee
- Candidates with KMAT or MAT scores not eligible for IIM-tier programmes
✗ Skip if
- Targeting IIM or top-20 national MBA brand for premium consulting or FMCG placements
- Needing Mumbai or Delhi placement ecosystem access for finance or media sector roles
- Strong CAT percentile candidates eligible for higher-ranked national B-school programmes
DSU Bangalore MBA Scholarships 2026
DSU MBA students can apply for central and Karnataka state government scholarships. DSU also offers merit and need-based internal awards.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship | As per NSP norms | SC/ST/OBC/Minority students; apply via scholarships.gov.in |
| Karnataka SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | Full or partial fee reimbursement | Karnataka SC/ST students; apply via karepass.cgg.gov.in |
| Karnataka OBC/Minority Scholarship | Partial support | Karnataka OBC/Minority students; apply via state portal |
| DSU Merit Scholarship | Partial fee waiver | High DSAT score or board merit; contact DSU admissions |
| DSU Management Discretionary Scholarship | Need-based assistance | EWS students; contact DSU scholarship cell |
- Apply for government scholarships immediately after admission confirmation.
- DSU internal scholarships are subject to annual review.
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