Fees
Fees at PES University for the Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Computer Science and Engineering) program vary depending on the mode of admission. For students entering through the KCET exam, fees are approximately INR 98,000 to 120,000 per year. If admitted via the PESSAT, fees are notably higher, around INR 410,000 to 490,000 annually. Admissions through the management quota incur significantly higher fees, ranging between INR 1,000,000 and 1,200,000 per year.
Additional charges include a registration fee of INR 10,000 and potential hostel fees ranging from INR 110,000 to 160,000, depending on room sharing arrangements. PES University offers multiple scholarships like the MRD and CNR Rao scholarships. The MRD scholarship provides a 50% tuition fee refund for the top 5% of students, while the CNR Rao scholarship offers a 40% rebate for the top 20%. Additionally, INR 2,000 is awarded to students achieving a semester GPA of 7.75 or above.
About Doctor of Pharmacy [Pharm.D]
The Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) at PES University (PESU), offered through PES Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (PESUIMSR) at Electronic City, Bangalore, is a six-year professional pharmacy doctoral programme approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). The programme combines five years of academic study with one year of clinical internship or residency, preparing graduates for clinical pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, and pharmaceutical care practice. Total programme fee is INR 19,90,000 for six years (including a one-time administrative charge of INR 10,000).
📋 Admission Status: PES University Pharm.D admissions for 2026-27 are open through PESSAT 2026 (management quota). KCET 2026 results were declared on June 6, 2026; KEA counselling for government quota seats is ongoing. Apply at pes.edu/admissions.
Key Points
- Six-year Pharm.D at PESUIMSR Electronic City Bangalore; PCI approved
- Clinical pharmacy focus with one-year internship or residency in final year
- Dual admission route: KCET (government quota) and PESSAT (management quota)
- Graduates eligible for clinical pharmacy practice and PhD (Pharmacy) programmes
PES University Pharm.D Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Fee (Year 1) | INR 3,30,000 |
| Fee (Year 2) | INR 3,30,000 |
| Fee (Year 3) | INR 3,30,000 |
| Fee (Year 4) | INR 3,30,000 |
| Fee (Year 5) | INR 3,30,000 |
| Fee (Year 6, Internship) | INR 3,30,000 |
| One-Time Administrative Charge | INR 10,000 |
| Total Fees (Six Years, Hostel Separate) | INR 19,90,000 |
- Verify 2026-27 exact fee at pes.edu/fee/ before applying.
- INR 10,000 one-time administrative charge is non-refundable.
- Hostel and mess charges are separate; contact pes.edu.
PES University Pharm.D Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KCET 2026 Exam Date | April 22-24, 2026 |
| KCET 2026 Result | June 6, 2026 |
| PESSAT 2026 Registration | September 2025 to July 2026 (rolling); pes.edu |
| PESSAT 2026 Exam (slot-based) | April 21 to May 12, 2026 |
| PESSAT 2026 Result | Within 3 working days of exam |
| Document Verification | On receiving offer; check pes.edu |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 (tentative) |
- Eligibility: 10+2 PCB from recognised board; 50 percent aggregate.
- Government quota via KCET 2026 and KEA counselling; kcet.karnataka.gov.in.
- Management quota via PESSAT 2026; apply at pes.edu/admissions.
- Distance or private school candidates are not eligible.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Class 12) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) from a recognised board with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate. Distance, online, or private school candidates are not eligible.
- Government quota admission is through KCET 2026 and subsequent KEA counselling. Management quota is through PESSAT 2026 (PES University Scholastic Aptitude Test, slot-based April to May 2026). Apply at pes.edu/admissions or kcet.karnataka.gov.in.
Admission Process
- Appear in KCET 2026 (government quota) or register and appear in PESSAT 2026 at pes.edu/admissions (management quota).
- KCET quota: participate in KEA counselling after results (June 2026); lock seat through KEA portal.
- PESSAT quota: receive offer within three working days of exam; accept online.
- Complete document verification and pay Year 1 fee (INR 3,30,000) plus INR 10,000 admin charge to confirm seat.
- Commence Pharm.D programme at PESUIMSR Electronic City, Bengaluru.
✓ Opt for this if
- PCB graduate targeting clinical pharmacy practice, hospital pharmacy, or pharmaceutical care career in Bangalore
- Wants professional pharmacy doctoral degree (Pharm.D) with strong clinical training at PESUIMSR hospital facilities
- Eligible for KCET government quota; PCI-approved programme at competitive state-regulated fees
- Planning post-Pharm.D clinical pharmacy career in hospital or community setting, or PhD in Pharmacy
- Six-year programme integrating clinical internship with academic coursework suits students who want hands-on experience
✗ Skip if
- NIPER, JSS, or Manipal Pharm.D preferred for top clinical pharmacy placements and research recognition
- Fee of INR 19,90,000 for six years is high for management quota; verify KCET government quota option first
- B.Pharm career preferred; Pharm.D is a six-year commitment and focuses on clinical pharmacy, not formulation or industry
- Placement geography required outside Bangalore; PESUIMSR clinical placements are Bangalore-centric
PES University Pharm.D 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 |
| KCET Government Quota Fee Concession | Regulated by Karnataka Fee Regulatory Committee | KCET-admitted students; fee determined by state authority |
- PESU Merit Scholarship: up to 100% tuition waiver; pes.edu.
- KCET government quota students: fee regulated by state committee.
- Central Sector Scholarship: income below INR 8 lakh; scholarships.gov.in.
PES University Pharm.D FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for Pharm.D at PES University Bangalore?
Ans. The total fee for Pharm.D at PES University (PESUIMSR), Bangalore, is INR 19,90,000 for six years (INR 3,30,000 per year plus a one-time administrative charge of INR 10,000). KCET government quota seats have a fee regulated by the Karnataka Fee Regulatory Committee. Verify the 2026-27 fee at pes.edu/fee/.
Ques. What is the eligibility for Pharm.D at PES University?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 (Class 12) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) from a recognised board with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate. Government quota admission requires a valid KCET 2026 score; management quota is through PESSAT 2026.
Ques. What is the difference between Pharm.D and B.Pharm at PES University?
Ans. The Pharm.D is a six-year professional doctoral programme with a clinical pharmacy focus, including one year of internship or residency, and prepares graduates for clinical practice. The B.Pharm is a four-year undergraduate programme focused on pharmaceutical sciences, formulation, and industry roles. Pharm.D graduates are also eligible for direct PhD enrolment.
Ques. Is Pharm.D from PES University recognised?
Ans. Yes. The Pharm.D programme at PES University (PESUIMSR), Bangalore, is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and the Government of Karnataka. PES University holds NAAC A+ grade accreditation. Graduates are registered pharmacists eligible for clinical pharmacy practice in India.
Ques. What are career options after Pharm.D from PES University?
Ans. Pharm.D graduates from PES University can work as Clinical Pharmacist, Hospital Pharmacist, Drug Information Specialist, Pharmaceutical Care Specialist, and Regulatory Affairs Officer in multi-specialty hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, and regulatory bodies. Graduates are also eligible for PhD (Pharmacy) programmes for a research or academic career.