At a Glance — Management Quota Fees 2026-27
PES University
Bangalore · Estd. 1988 · NAAC A+ · NIRF #137
| Branch | Year 1 Fee |
|---|---|
| CSE | ₹14,00,000 |
| CSE AIML | ₹14,00,000 |
| ECE | ₹9,00,000 |
| BT | ₹7,00,000 |
| ME | ₹6,00,000 |
| EEE | ₹6,00,000 |
M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences
Bangalore
| Branch | Year 1 Fee |
|---|---|
| CSE DS | ₹6,00,000 |
| CSE Cyber | ₹6,00,000 |
| CSE | ₹6,00,000 |
| AI&ML | ₹5,00,000 |
| CSE AIML | ₹5,00,000 |
| AE | ₹4,50,000 |
Overview
PES University and M.S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences (RUAS) are both private universities in Bangalore granting their own degrees. PES (est. 1972, NAAC A) is a CS-focused engineering powerhouse. RUAS (est. 2004, NIRF 101-150) is a multi-discipline university stronger in health sciences. This comparison is relevant for students choosing between two university models.
Academics
PES is far superior for engineering. Its massive 720-seat CSE department, cutting-edge curriculum, PESSAT entrance, and strong research focus make it one of Bangalore's best for CS/IT. RUAS offers broader disciplines (Dental, Pharmacy, Engineering) with university autonomy, but its engineering programmes lack PES's depth and industry alignment.
Placements
PES leads by a large margin. PES 2025: avg ₹15 LPA, highest ₹65 LPA, ~85% rate, 1,500+ offers. RUAS 2024: avg ₹6.12 LPA, highest ₹52 LPA, 885 offers, 73-93% rate. PES's average is 2.5x higher than RUAS. PES attracts product companies (Google, Microsoft, Amazon); RUAS recruits from L&T, TCS, Cognizant.
Fees
PES CSE MQ: ₹14L/yr, ECE ₹9L, Mechanical ₹6L. RUAS CSE: ₹6L/yr, ECE ₹4L, Mechanical ₹4L. PES is 2-2.5x more expensive for CS branches. However, PES's ₹15 LPA avg placement means the ₹14L CSE fee pays for itself in year 1, while RUAS's ₹6L fee with ₹6.12 LPA avg takes longer to recoup.
Campus Life
PES at 100 Feet Ring Road, Banashankari has a prime south Bangalore location near IT corridors. RUAS in Peenya is in an industrial area with less student-friendly surroundings. PES wins on location and campus feel.
Verdict
PES University is the clear winner for engineering students. Its ₹15 LPA avg placements are 2.5x higher than RUAS's ₹6.12 LPA, and PES's CS-focused curriculum is among Bangalore's best. RUAS at ₹6L/yr is a reasonable option for students who cannot afford PES or for those interested in non-engineering disciplines where RUAS excels.
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