About PES Institute of Technology and Management
PES Institute of Technology and Management (PESITM) was established in 2007 as part of the PES Group of Institutes. Located at Sagar Main Road, Guddadaarakere, Kotegangur, Shivamogga 577204, Karnataka, the institute occupies 8.175 acres of built-up space set within a lush green 49-acre campus. PESITM serves as the primary engineering institution for the Malnad region of Karnataka, offering a serene, pollution-free learning environment.
PESITM is affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) Belagavi, approved by AICTE, and accredited by NAAC with Grade ‘A’ and NBA. The institute offers 6 B.Tech disciplines at UG level, M.Tech in 2 disciplines, and MBA at PG level, with a total seat intake of 1,020. Nine research centers support active PhD programmes.
| Detail |
Information |
| Established |
2007 |
| Accreditation |
NAAC A | NBA | AICTE | VTU |
| Campus |
49 Acres (8.175 built-up) | Shivamogga |
| Total Intake |
1,020 seats (UG) | 48 (M.Tech) | 120 (MBA) |
| Research Centers |
9 centers | Active PhD programmes |
| Website |
pestrust.edu.in |
Gateway to Malnad: Strategically located in Shivamogga serving as the primary engineering hub for the Malnad region. Strong focus on both IT services and core engineering (Civil, Mechanical, EEE) placements. Career Development Cell (CDC) provides mock interviews and corporate training.
Courses and Fees 2026
PESITM offers B.Tech in 6 specializations, M.Tech in 2, and MBA. Admissions via KCET, COMEDK UGET, JEE Main, GATE, PGCET, CMAT, KMAT.
| Programme |
Total Fee |
| B.E. / B.Tech (4 Yrs) |
Rs. 3.80 L – 8.50 L |
| B.E. 4-Year Total (All streams) |
Rs. 7.64 L |
| MBA (2 Yrs) |
Rs. 1.08 Lakhs |
| Specializations |
CSE, AI/ML, ECE, Civil, Mech, EEE + M.Tech CSE/ECE |
Eligibility: 10+2 with 45% in PCM (40% reserved). MBA: graduation with 50% + PGCET/CMAT/KMAT. Management quota available. Strong ROI for regional students due to lower Shivamogga living costs.
Placements 2024
| Metric |
Value |
| Total Placement Offers (2024) |
640 offers |
| Highest Package (2024) |
Rs. 12 LPA |
| Average Package |
Rs. 3 LPA |
| Package Range |
Rs. 1.08 L – 6 LPA |
| Top Recruiters |
TCS, Tata Elxsi, Tech Mahindra, Axis Bank, Toyota, ITC, Genpact, Wipro, ExtraMarks |
More recruiters: CADMAXX, Mahindra, Global Edge, Robosoft, Tricon Infotech, Sasken, Mphasis, QSpiders, JSpiders, Loginware, Idea Infinity, KodNest, Xworkz, DFM Technology, KPMG, NTT Data. Career Development Cell (CDC): mock interviews, GDs, corporate training.
Cutoff 2024
COMEDK UGET 2024 (GM, Round II)
| Branch |
Closing Rank |
| AI & Machine Learning |
54,016 |
| Computer Science Engineering |
62,711 |
| Electronics & Communication |
80,899 |
| Computer Science & Design |
1,02,008 |
| Information Science & Engineering |
1,02,243 |
| Exam |
Cutoff |
| KCET 2018 CSE (historical) |
38,572 (GM) |
| Admission Mode |
KCET | COMEDK | JEE Main | Management |
Rankings and Recognition
| Body |
Status |
| NAAC |
A Grade |
| NBA |
Accredited Programmes |
| PES Group |
Premier Malnad region institute |
Campus Facilities
| Facility |
Description |
| Campus |
49 acres, lush green, serene Malnad setting |
| Library |
Digital library, books, journals |
| Hostels |
Separate boys & girls with basic amenities |
| Sports |
Basketball, cricket, football, tennis courts |
| Others |
Computer lab, tech-enabled classrooms, cafeteria |
Scholarships
| Scholarship |
Eligibility |
| Research Scholar |
Impactful research across disciplines |
| Government Schemes |
SC/ST/OBC Karnataka and central schemes |
Faculty and Research
| Aspect |
Details |
| Faculty Quality |
Friendly, supportive, career-focused |
| Research Centers |
9 centers driving active PhD research |
| Key Faculty |
Dr. Ashok S.R, Dr. Vinay S, Gowtam J.K., Nithin H. |
Apply to PESITM Shivamogga
Admissions open 2026-27. NAAC A | NBA | 49 acres | 1,020 seats | 640 placement offers | Rs. 12 LPA highest | 9 research centers.
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