Master of Business Administration [MBA]

The 2-year MBA at ACS College of Engineering (ACSCE), Bengaluru, is offered under Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) affiliation with AICTE approval and NAAC Grade A accreditation. The programme covers marketing, finance, human resources, operations, and strategic management across four semesters. Case studies, live projects, industry internships, and a final dissertation build analytical and managerial skills. Admission is through the Karnataka PGCET for government-quota seats, with management-quota seats available directly.

📋 Admission Status: Admissions for the 2026-27 session are based on Karnataka PGCET merit. The PGCET 2026 MBA examination is scheduled on June 14, 2026. KEA PGCET counselling for Karnataka seats commences in July/August 2026.

Key Points

• 2-year MBA under VTU affiliation
• AICTE-approved, NAAC Grade A accredited, Bengaluru campus
• Admission through Karnataka PGCET and management quota
• Case studies, live projects, and industry internships
• Government quota and management quota seats available

ACSCE MBA Fees

• Annual tuition fee is INR 58,000 per year.
• Government-quota fees through PGCET counselling are lower.
• One-time admission fee and other charges are payable separately.
• Hostel and transport charges are payable separately.

ACSCE MBA Admission 2026

Important Dates

• Admission is through Karnataka PGCET merit and management quota.
• KMAT Karnataka scores are also accepted for management-quota seats.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
• Minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) in the qualifying degree.
• Valid Karnataka PGCET score for government-quota seats.
• Final-year degree candidates may apply subject to meeting eligibility at admission.

Admission Process

• Register for the Karnataka PGCET on the KEA portal within the notified window.
• Appear for the PGCET examination and obtain a valid score.
• Participate in KEA PGCET counselling with choice-filling and seat allotment.
• For management quota, apply directly to ACSCE with degree mark sheets.
• Report for document verification and pay the prescribed fees to confirm admission.
• Commence classes in the first semester of the MBA programme.

✓ Opt for this if

• Fee-conscious students seeking affordable VTU MBA
• Karnataka graduates preferring PGCET merit admission
• Those targeting management roles in Bengaluru firms
• Students wanting two-year MBA near Bengaluru city
• Fresh graduates exploring management careers affordably

✗ Skip if

• Seeking IIM or top B-school brand for placements
• Needing CAT or GMAT-based admission route
• Wanting specialised finance or analytics MBA programme
• Requiring strong alumni network for consulting careers
• Preferring autonomous B-school with industry curriculum

ACSCE MBA Scholarships 2026

• Government scholarships cover tuition for eligible SC/ST/OBC students.
• AICTE Pragati and Saksham scholarships are applied at scholarships.gov.in.
• Education loans are available through leading nationalised banks.

ACSCE MBA FAQs

Ques. What is the duration of the MBA at ACSCE Bangalore?

Ans. The MBA at ACS College of Engineering is a 2-year, four-semester programme under the VTU curriculum. It combines core management courses with specialisation subjects, live projects, an industry internship, and a final-semester dissertation project to develop analytical, managerial, and leadership skills across the two years.

Ques. How is admission to the MBA done at ACSCE Bangalore?

Ans. Government-quota seats are filled through Karnataka PGCET merit counselling by KEA, based on the PGCET rank. Management-quota seats are filled through direct application to ACSCE based on degree marks. KMAT Karnataka scores are also accepted for management-quota seats. The PGCET 2026 MBA examination is scheduled on June 14, 2026.

Ques. What are the MBA fees at ACSCE Bangalore?

Ans. The annual tuition fee is INR 58,000 per year, totalling INR 1,16,000 for the 2-year programme. Government-quota fees allotted through PGCET counselling are lower than the management-quota fee. A one-time admission fee, examination fees, and hostel or transport charges are payable separately as per the college schedule.

Ques. What is the eligibility for the MBA at ACSCE Bangalore?

Ans. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories). A valid Karnataka PGCET score is required for government-quota seats. Final-year degree candidates may apply subject to meeting eligibility at the time of admission and document verification.

Ques. What career options are available after the MBA at ACSCE Bangalore?

Ans. Graduates can pursue management roles in marketing, finance, human resources, and operations across corporates, start-ups, and consulting firms. The college’s Bengaluru location provides strong exposure to internships, guest lectures by industry professionals, and campus recruitment by leading organisations across various sectors.

Ques. Is the MBA at ACSCE affiliated and approved?

Ans. Yes. The MBA programme at ACS College of Engineering is offered under Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, affiliation with AICTE approval and NAAC Grade A accreditation. The programme follows the VTU MBA curriculum, and the degree is recognised by the Association of Indian Universities and by major employers across India.