PESSAT: Application Form, Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus
PESSAT: Application Form, Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus

The PESSAT 2024 is scheduled to take place from May to June 2024 and is organized by PES University. For comprehensive information on the People’s Education Society Scholastic Aptitude Test (PESSAT), including the exam date, application form details, and syllabus, you can refer to indcareer.com. PESSAT is a University-level engineering entrance exam conducted by PES University, primarily designed for admission into the B.Tech program.

If you are gearing up for the PESSAT exam, it is advisable to check the eligibility criteria at pessat.com, complete the application process, download the admit card, practice with previous year question papers, and keep an eye out for the answer key and result updates.

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PESSAT Exam

PESSAT 2024 – The People’s Education Society (PES) University cordially invites applications for the Scholastic Aptitude Test (PESSAT) 2024, designed for admissions to a wide array of Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD programs for the academic year 2024. PES University stands as one of India’s foremost institutions for teaching and research, dedicated to offering students the guidance they need to navigate the challenges of the real world and discover their true potential. In the 2020 Outlook-ICARE India University Rankings, the university earned the fifth spot and remains the sole university in Karnataka to secure a position in the top 30. For comprehensive information on PESSAT 2024, including key dates, eligibility requirements, examination format, fees, and more, please refer to the detailed post below.

Important Dates

B.Tech (Tentative)

October 20, 2023Start of PESSAT 2024 registrations
May, 2024Last date to register for candidates from outside Bengaluru
May, 2024Last date for candidates to register who are willing to take PESSAT at Bangalore centre only
May, 2024Commencement of slot bookings for all candidates
May to June, 2024PESSAT
June, 2024Last date to update 12th std / 2nd PU marks (Only for candidates whose 12th / 2nd PU results are announced)
June, 2024PESSAT Results
June, 2024PESSAT first round Counseling
July, 2024Last date for submission of original documents / Last date for surrender of PESSAT seat (only for admitted students)
July, 2024PESSAT second / final round counseling for B.Tech.
August, 2024Orientation Program for students admitted for B.Tech at Ring Road Campus
August, 2024Orientation Program for students admitted for B.Tech at Electronic City Campus.
August, 2024Commencement of Session (Classes/ Activities)
B.Tech (Tentative)

B.Arch (Tentative)

October 20, 2023Commencement of PESSAT 2024 registrations
May/ June, 2024Last date to upload NATA and 12th std / 2nd PU scores online
June, 2024First round counseling at PES University for seat selection
July, 2024Last date for submission of Original documents / Surrender of Seat (only for admitted students)
July, 2024For Second round Counseling (Only if seats are surrendered from 1st Round)
August, 2024Orientation program for students
August, 2024Commencement of Session (Classes/ Activities)
B.Arch (Tentative)

All other programs (Tentative)

October 20, 2023Commencement of PESSAT 2024 registrations
January, 2024Commencement of Test Slot bookings
January to July, 2024PES Scholastic Aptitude Test (PESSAT 2024)
July, 2024Last date of Online Registrations
PESSAT Results3 days after taking the test
August, 2024Formal commencement of classes for all UG programs
August, 2024Formal commencement of classes for all PG programs
All other programs (Tentative)

PESSAT – An Exam Overview

AspectsDetails
Name of ExamPESSAT
Full Form of PESSATPeople’s Education Society Scholastic Aptitude Test
Organizing BodyPES University
Full Form of PES UniversityPES University
Level of ExamUniversity
Type of ExamEngineering Entrance Exam
Official Websitepessat.com
Courses Where Admission is Through PESSATB.Tech
Colleges Where Admission is Through PESSATPES University
Minimum Educational Qualification Class 12th
Total MarksTBA, Last year it was – 180 for B.Tech
Marking SchemeTBA, Last year it was – 180 Minutes for B.Tech
Exam DurationTBA, Last year it was – for B.Tech
Subjects in Question PaperTBA, Last year it was – Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, English for B.Tech
PESSAT – An Exam Overview

Courses Offered

  • Bachelor of Technology (BTech/BE)
  • Bachelor of Design (B.Des)
  • Bachelor of Architecture** (B.Arch)
  • Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
  • Bachelor of Business Administration in Hotel and Event Management (BBA-HEM)
  • Master of Technology (MTech)
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA)
  • Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
  • Master of Science (MSc) (Engineering)
  • Ph.D

Eligibility Criteria

For B.Tech

  • 60% aggregate marks in Physics + Math + Chemistry/Computer Science/ Electronics/ Biotechnology of 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board”.Test Scores in PESSAT (National level exam) or KCET (State level exam) required.

For B.Des

  • 50% marks in 10+2 or equivalent in any stream from a recognized board with English as a mandatory course OR At Least 50% aggregate in a 3 year diploma with English as a mandatory course. Test score in PESSAT or UCEED.

For BBA, LLB/ BA, LLB – 5-year Integrated Honors Program

  • 10+2 or equivalent in any stream from a recognized board. Shall have secured minimum marks of 45% (44.5% and above shall be treated as 45%) of total marks in qualifying examination, in case of general category applicants and 40% (39.5% and above shall be treated as 40%) of total marks in case of SC and ST applicants. Shall have secured minimum marks of 45% (44.5% and above shall be treated as 45%) of total marks in qualifying examination, in case of general category applicants and 40% (39.5% and above shall be treated as 40%) of total marks in case of SC and ST applicants.
  • CLAT or PESSAT or LSAT-India score is mandatory.

For B.Arch

  • No candidate shall be admitted to architecture course unless she/ he has passed an examination at the end of the 10+2 scheme of examination with at least 50% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics and also at least 50% marks in aggregate of the 10+2 level examination or passed 10+3 Diploma Examination with Mathematics as compulsory subject with at least 50% marks in aggregate. 50% overall score in NATA/JEE Main paper 2 required.
  • Candidates can also be admitted through KCET counseling.

For BBA/BBA-HEM & Other UG Courses

  • Passed 10+2 or equivalent in any stream from a recognized board.

For M.Tech Program

  • At Least 60% in Engineering degrees in a relevant stream from a recognized University. Test Scores in PESSAT, PGCET or GATE accepted.

For MBA Program

  • At Least 60% in Bachelor’s degrees from any recognized University. Test Scores in PESSAT, PGCET, MAT, CMAT, CAT, GMAT, GRE accepted.

For MCA Program

  • A candidate with an undergraduate degree in any discipline from a recognized University with not less than 50% aggregate of all the years having studied Mathematics or Statistics or Computer Science or Computer programming or Business Mathematics or Business Statistics as one of the elective at Degree Level. Score in PESSAT or PGCET required.

Application Process

  • Eligible candidates can apply online for the PESSAT at Website www.pessat.pes.edu, https://www.pessat.com 

Steps to follow

  • Step 1 : Choose a program/course
  • Step 2 : Check Eligibility and Requirements
  • Step 3 : PES University Programs require you to take an online written test PESSAT. Please Register for the PESSAT Test here. www.pes.edu/pessat
  • Step 4 : After taking PESSAT, the candidate shall go through a short interview on the same day of the test in university campus ((for select courses only)
  • Step 5 : Confirmation/ Rejection and payment of fees if selected
  • Step 6 : Start your program/course.

Registration Fee

  • Registration Fee : Rs. 1200/- (Rs. 550/- for HN campus courses)
  • Mode of Payment : Online through Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking

Admission Procedure

For B.Tech

  • Register and take PESSAT/ KCET/ both (if eligible) and participate through counseling to compete for a merit seat based on PESSAT/ KCET rank. Provisional blocking of seats through higher fee/management/NRI/PIO/OCI/Sponsored quota is also possible.

For B.Des

  • Register and take PESSAT. Interviews should be attended on the same day of the test on campus (candidate to get their creative portfolio works for added benefit). If selected, can proceed with admissions. If the candidate has taken UCEED, then he/she must register for PESSAT (mandatory) but there is no need to take the test. Candidates can directly attend the interview carrying a creative portfolio and PESSAT hall ticket.

For BBA LLB & BA LLB

  • Register and take PESSAT. Interviews should be attended on the same day of the test on campus. If selected, can proceed with admissions. If the candidate has a valid CLAT/ LSAT-India score, then he/she must register for PESSAT (mandatory) but there is no need to take the test. Candidates can directly attend the interview carrying the PESSAT hall ticket.

For B.Arch

  • Candidates should register for PESSAT but the test will not be conducted by PES University. Instead, after registering to PESSAT, candidates should upload their NATA/ JEE score once they get it along with their 12th/ 2nd PU scores. PES University will announce ranks based on the uploaded ranks and scores and will conduct counseling based on these ranks. Candidates appearing through KCET should attend counseling at KCET cell.

For BBA/BBA-HEM & Other UG Courses

  • PESSAT should be taken (mandatory) and an interview should be attended on campus on the same day. If selected, can proceed with admissions.

For M.Tech Program

  • Candidates can register and take PESSAT. If selected, can proceed with admissions. If appearing through a valid GATE score, candidates should register for PESSAT (mandatory) but need not take the test. He/ She can do the admission with the PESSAT hall ticket and GATE score card subject to the fulfilment of eligibility criteria. If appearing through PGCET, candidates should get the admission order from the PGCET cell after counseling for the admission to be complete.

For MBA Program

  • For admission through either PESSAT/ MAT (if above 500 composite score)/ CAT (if above 50th percentile)/ CMAT (if above 50th percentile)/ GMAT/ GRE scores.
  • Candidates in any of the above cases should attend GDPI at PES University Ring Road Campus and only if they clear GDPI along with a valid entrance test score can they proceed with admissions.
  • Candidates who have registered for PESSAT or selected PES University in option entry during MAT registration will automatically get a call from PES for GDPI sessions. Others should approach the University for GDPI dates. Candidates appearing through PGCET should get the admission order from the PGCET cell after attending counseling.

For MCA Program

  • PESSAT should be taken. If selected, can proceed with admissions. If appearing through PGCET, candidates should get the admission order from the PGCET cell after counseling for the admission to be complete.

For PhD Program

  • Master’s Degree from any recognized University. Duration – Minimum of 3 years.

For M.Tech by research Program

  • Bachelor’s Degree from any recognized University. Duration – Minimum of 2 years

Exam Pattern

The question paper of People’s Education Society Scholastic Aptitude Test will be as per the exam pattern.

  • The PESSAT 2024 exam pattern conveys the mode, important topics, question distribution, marking scheme.  
  • Latest exam scheme is as per pessat.com.
  • You can also practice the pattern, type of questions with PYQPs and PESSAT sample question papers.
  • PESSAT 2024 mock tests are also a good way to familiarize yourself with the pattern.

Last year the exam pattern was as follows (for B.Tech)

Mathematics60 Marks
Physics60 Marks
Chemistry40 Marks
English20 Marks
Exam Pattern

Test Cities

List of cities where PESSAT will be conducted

Karnataka
Bangalore
Mysore
Mangalore
Madikeri
Hassan
Tumkur
Chikmagalur
Udipi
Karwar
Shimoga
Chitradurga
Davangere
Haveri
Bellary
Hubli/Darwad
Belgaum
Bagalkot
Raichur
Bijapur
Gulbarga
Bidar

Andhrapradesh
Hyderabad
Vijayawada

Assam(North East)
Guwahati

Bihar
Patna

Gujarat
Ahmedabad

Jammu & Kashmir
Jammu

Jharkhand
Ranchi

Kerala
Ernakulam

Madhya Pradesh
Bhopal

Maharshtra
Mumbai
Pune
Nagpur

New Delhi
New Delhi

Orissa
Bhubaneswar

Punjab/Haryana
Chandigarh

Rajasthan
Jaipur
Kota

Tamil Nadu
Chennai
Coimbatore

Uttar Pradesh
Lucknow

West Bengal
Kolkata

PESSAT 2024 Admit Card

The PESSAT admit card refers to the hall ticket. Following are its key details.

  • Students who apply on time are issued the PESSAT admit card.
  • PES University releases the admit card at pessat.com.
  • Only those students who show the admit card of PESSAT exam and other required documents on exam day get entry at the center.
  • Therefore students should download the PESSAT admit card 2024 before exam date.
  • The hall ticket contains exam date, time, center, guidelines for the People’s Education Society Scholastic Aptitude Test 2024.

PESSAT Answer Key

The answer key is the set of correct answers to the PESSAT 2023 question paper. When, where, how to get it is as follows.

  • You can check the answer key of PESSAT 2024 only after the exam ends.
  • If PES University releases the PESSAT official answer key, then you can download it at pessat.com.

PESSAT Result

All students who write the PESSAT 2024 exam eagerly wait for the result as soon as exam ends. Here is what you should know about the results:

  • The PES University (PES University) declares the PESSAT 2024 result.
  • Next, the official website where PESSAT 2024 result link is published is pessat.com.
  • PESSAT Result 2024 Link – Click Here to Download Rank Card

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For more details and to apply online, please visit the official website

Contact Details

Address: Manager – Admissions
Office of Admissions,
PES University,
100 Ft Ring Road, BSK 3rd Stage,
Bangalore – 560085

Tel: 19-802672983

Exam Helpline: 011-40360360

Email Id[email protected]

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