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PES College of Engineering in Mandya is a bit of a paradox. It’s a sprawling, 62-acre government-aided autonomous institution with a legacy dating back to 1962, boasting an NAAC ‘A’ grade and a permanent affiliation to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU). The campus infrastructure, particularly its sports facilities, is often described as exceptional for a college of its type. But talk to the students, and you’ll hear a more nuanced story—one where strong academics in core branches meet the harsh reality of an average placement season, and where the promise of a vibrant campus life is tempered by complaints about hostel food. It’s a solid, established choice, especially for those scoring well in KCET, but it demands a clear-eyed view of what you’re getting into.
PESCE offers a wide academic portfolio, but its heart is in undergraduate engineering. With an intake of 1020 students across 12 B.E./B.Tech specializations for 2026, the scale is significant. The roster includes the usual suspects—Computer Science, Electronics, Mechanical, Civil—alongside newer offerings like CSE in AI & ML, Data Science, and Computer Science and Business Systems. That’s a decent spread for a college outside the major metro.
The autonomous status, granted in 2008-09, is a key differentiator. It means the college designs its own curriculum and conducts its own exams, offering some flexibility away from the rigid VTU structure. They’ve implemented an outcome-based education model. In practice, students say the semester exams are tough, but the pass percentage hovers around a reasonable level—some sources say 60%, others claim above 90%. The faculty count is robust at over 200, with more than 140 holding PhDs. The general sentiment is that teachers in core branches are knowledgeable and supportive, though some reviews point to outdated teaching methods in certain areas and a coursework focus that can feel too bookish.
At the postgraduate level, the college runs M.Tech (660 seats), MBA (120 seats), and MCA (60 seats) programs, plus PhDs across eight departments. Industry interaction is facilitated through tech talks and live projects, and the college promotes skill development programs like Python for AI.
This is where the narrative splits. The official data, like the NIRF 2025 report, states a median package of ₹4.6 LPA for B.Tech and ₹4.75 LPA for M.Tech. The average package for 2024 is reported around ₹5.3 LPA, with a highest package of ₹14.5 LPA. In 2025, 605 out of 799 graduating UG students were placed (76%).
And then there’s the student sentiment. The gap between the official median and what alumni discuss online is notable. A common refrain is "average" or "below average" placements, with mass recruiters like Infosys, TCS, Wipro, and Cognizant offering roles in the ₹3-4 LPA range for a large chunk of the cohort. Students from Civil and Mechanical engineering often report a tougher time, with far fewer on-campus opportunities. The advice from many alumni is straightforward: have a backup plan, build your own skills, and don’t rely solely on the placement cell.
The cell itself is active, organizing training programs and bringing in a respectable list of recruiters including Accenture, Amazon, Bosch, IBM, and LTI. About 70% of students secure internships, sometimes leading to pre-placement offers. For a student from a CET-aided seat, a ₹4.6 LPA median is a solid return on a very low investment. For someone paying management quota fees, the calculation changes dramatically.
The cost of studying here is a tale of two quotas, and it’s crucial to understand which one you fall into.
For B.E./B.Tech, the annual tuition for Karnataka CET (Aided) seats is approximately ₹73,400. That’s phenomenally low. For the same program through the COMEDK route, expect to pay around ₹2.38 lakhs per year. The Management Quota sees fees skyrocket to as much as ₹5.59 lakhs annually. Over four years, that’s a difference between roughly ₹2.93 lakhs and over ₹22 lakhs, excluding living costs.
Hostel fees add another layer. For the 2023-24 session, boys' hostel charges (including mess) ranged from ₹65,000 for a triple room to ₹69,000 for a single. The girls' hostel for 2025 was ₹55,000 for a triple room with mess. The college does offer substantial financial aid. Government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC, minority, and economically disadvantaged students are supported, with fee concessions of 70-90% for SC/ST categories. Merit-based scholarships up to ₹25,000 are also available.
Your entry path defines your entire PESCE experience, both academically and financially.
For B.E./B.Tech, admission is primarily through Karnataka CET (KCET) counseling conducted by the DTE. COMEDK UGET and JEE Main scores are also accepted, mainly for the management quota seats. About 40% of seats are filled via KCET; the rest go through management/institute processes. The KCET cutoff is generally high and varies yearly. A COMEDK rank around 30,000 might secure a seat in later rounds, but that’s unverified and should be treated as a very rough guide.
For M.Tech, it’s Karnataka PGCET or GATE. MBA admissions consider scores from Karnataka PGCET, CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, or KMAT, often followed by group discussions and personal interviews. MCA requires PGCET or KMAT scores. The application process is online, and deadlines follow the respective entrance exam calendars.
The 62-acre campus is frequently cited as a major plus. It’s huge, green, and well-maintained. The academic infrastructure includes modern labs and smart classrooms. But it’s the sports facilities that are truly standout: an indoor stadium, a 25-meter swimming pool, a turf cricket ground, synthetic tennis courts, and a multi-purpose stadium. It’s a level of athletic infrastructure rarely seen in colleges at this fee point.
Hostel life gets mixed reviews. The rooms (single, double, triple, non-AC) are considered fine, but maintenance is just okay. The most consistent complaint, almost a universal chorus, is about the mess food. It’s described as average South Indian cuisine, but North Indian students in particular find it lacking. Non-veg is served once a week. Frequent electricity cuts are another grievance. The campus is Wi-Fi enabled, and there’s a medical dispensary, banks, and a canteen on site.
Social life revolves around fests like "Kannada Kalthsova" and "Pesco," and numerous clubs provide exposure. The atmosphere is generally social, though some find the 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM schedule a bit hectic.
Synthesizing the consensus from review platforms paints a clear, dual picture.
The Good: The massive, beautiful campus and top-notch sports facilities are a huge win. Faculty in core engineering branches are widely praised as helpful and qualified. The autonomous status is seen as a benefit. The low fee for CET-quota students makes it an excellent value proposition. The college fosters a social environment with active clubs and fests.
The Not-So-Good: Placements are the biggest concern. While the official median is decent, the reality for many is mass recruitment at low packages, with core branch students feeling left out. Hostel food is a perennial complaint. Some departments suffer from outdated teaching methods and a lack of practical focus. A few reviews mention poor management behavior and arrogant faculty members, though this isn’t the majority view.
The answer depends almost entirely on your admission quota and branch. If you are a Karnataka student who secures a CET-aided seat in a branch like Computer Science, Electronics, or Mechanical, PESCE Mandya is an outstanding deal. You get a reputable, autonomous college with great infrastructure at a minuscule fee. The ₹4.6 LPA median package is a very good return on that investment. You’ll need to manage expectations on placements and hostel food, but the pros heavily outweigh the cons.
If you are considering a Management Quota seat at nearly ₹5.6 lakhs per year, you need to pause. At that price point, you are entering a different competitive set of private colleges, possibly with better placement records. The value proposition weakens significantly. For students targeting core branches like Civil or Automobile, the placement challenges highlighted by alumni are a serious red flag; you should be prepared to hustle independently for opportunities.
Ultimately, PESCE is a classic, strong regional engineering college. It’s not a placement powerhouse, but it provides a solid, affordable technical education in a fantastic physical setting. Go in with open eyes, focus on self-learning, and it can serve you well.
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| Course | Category | Rank | Year | Rd |
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| BE Computer Science and Business Systems | GM | 11,445 | 2025 | R1 |
| BE Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) | GM | 11,294 | 2025 | R1 |
| BE Electronics & Communication Engineering | GM | 13,899 | 2025 | R1 |
| BE Computer Science and Engineering | GM | 15,020 | 2025 | R1 |
| BE Electrical and Electronics Engineering | GM | 15,965 | 2025 | R1 |
| BE Information Science & Engineering | GM | 18,903 | 2025 | R1 |
| BE Civil Engineering | GM | 21,813 | 2025 | R1 |
| BE Computer Science and Business Systems | GM | 10,589 | 2025 | R1 |
| BE Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) | GM | 12,117 | 2025 | R1 |
| BE Electronics & Communication Engineering | GM | 13,161 | 2025 | R1 |
| BE Computer Science and Engineering | GM | 14,722 | 2025 | R1 |
| BE Electrical and Electronics Engineering | GM | 15,014 | 2025 | R1 |
| BE Information Science & Engineering | GM | 17,693 | 2025 | R1 |
| BE Civil Engineering | GM | 20,543 | 2025 | R1 |
| BE Computer Science and Business Systems | GM | 12,114 | 2024 | R1 |
| BE Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) | GM | 10,486 | 2024 | R1 |
| BE Electronics & Communication Engineering | GM | 18,554 | 2024 | R1 |
| BE Computer Science and Engineering | GM | 9,714 | 2024 | R1 |
| BE Electrical and Electronics Engineering | GM | 20,674 | 2024 | R1 |
| BE Information Science & Engineering | GM | 15,224 | 2024 | R1 |
| BE Civil Engineering | GM | 31,700 | 2024 | R1 |
| BE Computer Science and Business Systems | GM | 12,129 | 2024 | R1 |
| BE Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science) | GM | 10,067 | 2024 | R1 |
| BE Electronics & Communication Engineering | GM | 18,839 | 2024 | R1 |
| BE Computer Science and Engineering | GM | 9,908 | 2024 | R1 |
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Study LibraryPES College of Engineering, Mandya is permanently affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU). It holds autonomous status from the UGC, is recognized by AICTE, and has an NAAC 'A' Grade accreditation. Its eligible programs are also accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA).
According to the official NIRF 2025 report, the median salary for B.Tech graduates at PESCE Mandya was ₹4.6 LPA. For M.Tech graduates, the median salary was slightly higher at ₹4.75 LPA for the same placement cycle.
For B.E./B.Tech, the college accepts KCET, COMEDK UGET, and JEE Main scores. For M.Tech, admissions are based on PGCET or GATE scores. MBA admissions consider Karnataka PGCET, CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, or KMAT scores, while MCA admissions require PGCET or KMAT scores.
Hostel fees vary. For the boys' hostel (2023-24), annual charges including mess ranged from ₹65,000 for a triple room to ₹69,000 for a single room. For the girls' hostel (2025), a triple room with mess cost ₹55,000 per year.
Student opinions are mixed. Many praise the helpful and knowledgeable faculty, especially in core branches. On placements, while official data shows a median around ₹4.6-4.75 LPA, many students report an average experience with mass recruitment at lower packages (₹3-4 LPA), particularly for non-CS branches. Hostel food quality is a frequent point of criticism.
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