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Dayananda Sagar Institutions & University, Bengaluru

Bengaluru, Karnataka

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Dayananda Sagar is one of Bengaluru's established education groups, offering programmes across Engineering, Technology, Management, Computer Applications, Dental Sciences, Pharmacy, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Allied Health Sciences, Law, Design, Arts, Science, Commerce and other academic disciplines.

The Dayananda Sagar education ecosystem includes Dayananda Sagar Institutions (DSI) and Dayananda Sagar University (DSU). The institutions are spread across Bengaluru, with major academic locations at Kumaraswamy Layout, Udayapura, Harohalli and Kudlu Gate.

For students searching for Dayananda Sagar courses, Dayananda Sagar fees 2026, Dayananda Sagar admission 2026, engineering colleges in Bangalore, B.Tech admission in Bangalore, MBA admission in Bangalore and other undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, the group provides multiple options across different disciplines.

Dayananda Sagar Campuses

The Dayananda Sagar group has important academic and administrative locations in Bengaluru.

1. Dayananda Sagar Institutions – Kumaraswamy Layout

Location: Shavige Malleshwara Hills, Kumaraswamy Layout, Bengaluru – 560111

This is the main DSI institutional location and houses several institutions covering Engineering, Dental, Pharmacy, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, PUC and other programmes. The official DSI admissions office is located at Kumaraswamy Layout.

2. Dayananda Sagar Academy of Technology & Management – Udayapura

Location: Udayapura, Kanakapura Main Road, Bengaluru – 560082

DSATM is focused primarily on Engineering, Architecture, Management and Computer Applications. Its current academic information includes programmes such as CSE, CSE-AI, CSE-Data Science, CSE-Cyber Security, Computer Science & Design, ECE, EEE, ISE, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, B.Arch, MBA and MCA.

3. Dayananda Sagar University – Main Campus, Harohalli

Location: Devarakaggalahalli, Harohalli, Kanakapura Road, Bengaluru South, Karnataka – 562112

The DSU Main Campus is the university's principal academic campus and offers programmes through schools covering Engineering, Computer Applications, Commerce & Management, Health Sciences, Law, Design, Basic & Applied Sciences and other areas.

4. Dayananda Sagar University – City Innovation Campus, Kudlu Gate

Location: Kudlu Gate, Hosur Road, Bengaluru – 560068

The DSU City Innovation Campus functions as an important city-campus location, including the administrative and main admission office and selected university activities.

Important: The four locations above should not be treated as four identical universities. They represent different Dayananda Sagar institutions/campus locations, with programmes varying by institution.

Dayananda Sagar Institutions – Major Institutions

The Dayananda Sagar group includes institutions covering multiple fields:

  • Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering (DSCE)

  • Dayananda Sagar Academy of Technology & Management (DSATM)

  • Dayananda Sagar University (DSU)

  • Dayananda Sagar College of Architecture (DSCA)

  • Dayananda Sagar College of Arts, Science & Commerce

  • Dayananda Sagar Business School

  • Dayananda Sagar Institute of Technology

  • Dayananda Sagar Dental College & Hospital

  • Dayananda Sagar College of Pharmacy

  • Dayananda Sagar College of Nursing

  • Dayananda Sagar College of Physiotherapy

  • Dayananda Sagar Institute of Paramedical Sciences

  • Dayananda Sagar Pre-University College

  • Other specialised academic and professional institutions

Dayananda Sagar Courses 2026

Dayananda Sagar offers programmes ranging from Diploma and PUC to UG, PG and Doctoral programmes.

Engineering & Technology

Undergraduate Engineering Programmes

Depending on the institution and campus, Engineering programmes include:

  • B.E./B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering

  • B.E./B.Tech Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

  • B.E./B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering – Artificial Intelligence

  • B.E./B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering – Data Science

  • B.E./B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering – Cyber Security

  • B.E./B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering – IoT, Cyber Security & Blockchain

  • B.E./B.Tech Computer Science & Design

  • B.E./B.Tech Information Science & Engineering

  • B.E./B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering

  • B.E./B.Tech Electrical & Electronics Engineering

  • B.E./B.Tech Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering

  • B.E./B.Tech Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering

  • B.E./B.Tech Mechanical Engineering

  • B.E./B.Tech Civil Engineering

  • B.E./B.Tech Chemical Engineering

  • B.E./B.Tech Biotechnology

  • B.E./B.Tech Automobile Engineering

  • B.E./B.Tech Aeronautical Engineering

  • B.E./B.Tech Medical Electronics

  • B.E./B.Tech Industrial Engineering & Management

  • B.E./B.Tech Telecommunication Engineering

  • B.E./B.Tech Robotics & Artificial Intelligence

  • B.E./B.Tech Aerospace Engineering

  • B.E./B.Tech Computer Science & Medical Engineering

  • B.E./B.Tech Computer Science & Technology

The exact branch availability varies between DSCE, DSATM and DSU.

Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering – DSCE

B.E. Programmes

DSCE offers Engineering programmes in areas including:

  • Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

  • Aeronautical Engineering

  • Automobile Engineering

  • Biotechnology

  • Chemical Engineering

  • Civil Engineering

  • Computer Science & Engineering

  • Computer Science & Engineering – Cyber Security

  • Computer Science & Engineering – Data Science

  • Computer Science & Engineering – IoT, Cyber Security & Blockchain

  • Computer Science & Design

  • Electrical & Electronics Engineering

  • Electronics & Communication Engineering

  • Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering

  • Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering

  • Information Science & Engineering

  • Mechanical Engineering

  • Medical Electronics

  • Robotics & Artificial Intelligence

The current DSCE academic portfolio also includes MBA and MCA, along with research programmes.

DSCE Admission

Engineering admissions can be through applicable Karnataka/entrance routes such as:

  • KCET

  • COMEDK

  • Management/Institutional admission routes where officially permitted

  • Other applicable categories

The admission route depends on the programme and seat category.

Dayananda Sagar Academy of Technology & Management – DSATM

B.E. Programmes

DSATM's current academic structure includes:

  • Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

  • Civil Engineering

  • Computer Science & Engineering

  • Computer Science & Design

  • Computer Science & Engineering – AI

  • Computer Science & Engineering – Cyber Security

  • Computer Science & Engineering – Data Science

  • Computer Science & Engineering – IoT, Cyber Security & Blockchain

  • Electronics & Communication Engineering

  • Electrical & Electronics Engineering

  • Information Science & Engineering

  • Mechanical Engineering

Architecture

  • B.Arch

Postgraduate Programmes

  • MBA

  • MCA

The official DSATM syllabus pages currently list these engineering branches along with B.Arch, MBA and MCA.

DSATM Entrance Exams

Depending on the programme:

  • KCET

  • COMEDK

  • DCET for eligible diploma candidates

  • PGCET

  • Applicable architecture admission route

  • Management admission where officially available

DSATM's current 2026–27 admissions information separately publishes fee/admission details for CET, COMEDK, DCET and management categories.

Dayananda Sagar University – DSU

School of Engineering

B.Tech Programmes

Current DSU Engineering programmes include:

  • B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering

  • B.Tech CSE – Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

  • B.Tech CSE – Artificial Intelligence & Data Science

  • B.Tech CSE – Data Science

  • B.Tech CSE – Cyber Security

  • B.Tech CSE – Artificial Intelligence

  • B.Tech AI & Robotics

  • B.Tech Computer Science & Technology

  • B.Tech Computer Science & Medical Engineering

  • B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering

  • B.Tech Mechanical Engineering

  • B.Tech Aerospace Engineering

M.Tech Programmes

  • M.Tech Computer Science & Engineering

  • M.Tech CSE – Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

  • M.Tech Artificial Intelligence & Data Science

  • M.Tech Artificial Intelligence

  • M.Tech AI & Robotics

  • M.Tech Embedded Systems

  • M.Tech Design Engineering

School of Computer Applications – DSU

Undergraduate

  • BCA

  • BCA with specialised technology options

  • B.Sc Data Science

  • B.Sc Cyber Security

Postgraduate

  • MCA

  • M.Sc Data Science

  • M.Sc Cyber Security

School of Commerce & Management – DSU

BBA Programmes

BBA options include:

  • BBA

  • BBA Banking, Financial Services & Insurance

  • BBA Business Analytics

  • BBA Data Science & Artificial Intelligence

  • BBA Digital Marketing

  • BBA Entrepreneurship

  • BBA Finance

  • BBA Human Resources

  • BBA International Business

  • BBA Marketing

  • BBA Retail Operations

  • BBA Supply Chain Management

B.Com Programmes

  • B.Com Regular

  • B.Com ACCA

  • B.Com CA

  • B.Com CMA

MBA Specialisations

  • MBA Artificial Intelligence

  • MBA Business Analytics

  • MBA Entrepreneurship

  • MBA Finance

  • MBA Human Resources

  • MBA Marketing

  • MBA Supply Chain Management

  • MBA IT & Systems

  • MBA FinTech

School of Basic & Applied Sciences

B.Sc Programmes

  • B.Sc Biotechnology

  • B.Sc Biochemistry

  • B.Sc Genetics

  • B.Sc Biotechnology, Chemistry & Microbiology

  • B.Sc Microbiology, Genetics & Biochemistry

  • B.Sc Data Science

  • B.Sc Basic Sciences

M.Sc Programmes

  • M.Sc Biotechnology

  • M.Sc Biochemistry

  • M.Sc Microbiology

  • M.Sc Molecular Biology & Human Genetics

  • M.Sc Data Science

  • M.Sc Basic Sciences

School of Health Sciences

Allied Health Sciences

Programmes include:

  • B.Sc Medical Laboratory Sciences

  • B.Sc Emergency Medical Services

  • B.Sc Cardiac Care Technology

  • B.Sc Anesthesia & Operation Theatre Technology

  • B.Sc Medical Radiology & Imaging Technology

  • B.Sc Allied Health Sciences

  • Public Health-related programmes

Nursing

  • B.Sc Nursing

  • Post Basic B.Sc Nursing

  • M.Sc Nursing

Physiotherapy

  • Bachelor of Physiotherapy – BPT

  • Master of Physiotherapy – MPT

Pharmacy

  • B.Pharm

  • M.Pharm

  • Pharm.D

School of Law – DSU

Law programmes include:

  • B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)

  • B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.)

  • LL.B.

  • LL.M.

Admission requirements depend on the programme and applicable university/entrance criteria.

School of Design & Digital Transmedia

B.Design

The design portfolio includes areas such as:

  • Product Design

  • UX Design

  • Animation & VFX

  • Game Design

The exact specialisation structure and intake should be checked for the relevant 2026 admission cycle.

School of Arts, Design & Humanities

Undergraduate

  • B.A. Journalism & Mass Communication

The programme focuses on journalism, communication, media and related creative industries.

Medical Education & Research

The Dayananda Sagar group also has medical education and healthcare institutions.

Medical programmes are governed separately from the Engineering and university admission processes.

Major Medical Areas

  • MBBS

  • MD

  • MS

  • Super-speciality programmes were offered

  • Medical research

Medical admissions are generally governed by the applicable NEET and national counselling framework.

Dental Sciences

Undergraduate

BDS

Bachelor of Dental Surgery is the principal undergraduate dental programme.

Postgraduate

MDS specialisations include areas such as:

  • Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics

  • Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

  • Oral Medicine & Radiology

  • Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics

  • Prosthodontics

  • Periodontics

  • Public Health Dentistry

Dental Admission

  • BDS – NEET-UG

  • MDS – NEET-MDS

Nursing Programmes

Depending on the institution and current intake:

  • GNM

  • B.Sc Nursing

  • Post Basic B.Sc Nursing

  • M.Sc Nursing

Eligibility and admission routes vary by programme.

Physiotherapy

Undergraduate

  • Bachelor of Physiotherapy – BPT

Postgraduate

  • Master of Physiotherapy – MPT

Specialisations and intake should be checked against the current admission notification.

Pharmacy

Undergraduate

  • B.Pharm

Postgraduate

  • M.Pharm

Professional

  • Pharm.D

Admission eligibility and entrance requirements vary according to the programme and applicable regulations.

Paramedical Courses

Dayananda Sagar's paramedical offerings include diploma-level programmes such as:

  • Medical Laboratory Technology

  • X-Ray Technology

  • Operation Theatre Technology

  • Medical Record Technology

  • Dialysis Technology

Other allied-health programmes are available through DSU's School of Health Sciences

Architecture

Architecture programmes are available through the Dayananda Sagar architecture institutions.

Undergraduate

  • B.Arch

Postgraduate

  • M.Arch

Architecture admissions require the applicable eligibility and architecture entrance requirements.

Management & Business Education

Dayananda Sagar offers management education through different institutions.

Undergraduate

  • BBA

  • B.Com

Postgraduate

  • MBA

  • PGDM

  • M.Com

Specialisations

Management specialisations can include:

  • Finance

  • Marketing

  • Human Resources

  • Business Analytics

  • Entrepreneurship

  • International Business

  • Supply Chain

  • IT & Systems

  • FinTech

Information Technology & Computer Applications

UG

  • BCA

  • B.Sc Computer-related programmes

PG

  • MCA

  • M.Sc Data Science

  • M.Sc Cyber Security

The exact programme and specialisation availability depends on the institution.

Diploma Programmes

Dayananda Sagar institutions also offer diploma-level technical programmes.

Major engineering diploma areas include:

  • Civil Engineering

  • Mechanical Engineering

  • Electrical & Electronics Engineering

  • Electronics & Communication Engineering

  • Computer Science

  • Information Science

Diploma Lateral Entry

Eligible diploma students may have access to applicable lateral-entry routes into Engineering programmes.

PUC Programmes

Dayananda Sagar also has Pre-University education.

Science

Students can pursue combinations based on available PUC streams.

Commerce

Commerce streams are also offered through the relevant PUC institution.

Admission depends on SSLC/10th-standard results and the institution's current admission requirements.

Dayananda Sagar University (DSU), Bengaluru – Fees 2026–27

Based strictly on the fee structure you provided, here is the consolidated version for your college database.

School of Engineering

Programme

Duration

CET / Applicable Category

Ranking / JEE / COMED-K

Others

B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering

4 Years

—

₹4,12,000

₹4,92,000

B.Tech CSE – AI & ML

4 Years

₹4,35,000

—

₹5,25,000

B.Tech CSE – Data Science

4 Years

—

₹4,12,000

₹4,92,000

B.Tech CSE – Cyber Security

4 Years

—

₹4,12,000

₹4,92,000

B.Tech CSE – AI & Data Science

4 Years

—

₹4,35,000

₹5,25,000

B.Tech Computer Science & Medical Engineering

4 Years

—

₹4,12,000

₹4,92,000

B.Tech CSE – Artificial Intelligence

4 Years

—

₹4,35,000

₹5,25,000

B.Tech Computer Science & Technology

4 Years

—

₹4,12,000

₹4,92,000

B.Tech AI & Robotics

4 Years

—

₹4,12,000

₹4,92,000

B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering

4 Years

—

₹3,22,000

₹4,12,000

B.Tech Mechanical Engineering

4 Years

—

₹3,22,000

₹4,12,000

B.Tech Aerospace Engineering

4 Years

—

₹3,22,000

₹4,12,000

The fee table identifies these as the 2026–27 yearly fee structure and gives the applicable categories separately.

M.Tech

Programme

Duration

Fee

M.Tech CSE

2 Years

₹2,52,000/year

M.Tech CSE – AI & ML

2 Years

₹2,52,000/year

M.Tech AI & Data Science

2 Years

₹2,52,000/year

M.Tech Artificial Intelligence

2 Years

₹2,52,000/year

M.Tech AI & Robotics

2 Years

₹2,52,000/year

M.Tech Embedded Systems

2 Years

₹1,62,000/year

M.Tech Design Engineering

2 Years

₹1,62,000/year

School of Computer Applications

UG Programmes

Programme

Duration

Term I

Term II

Total / Year

BCA

3 Years

₹1,09,500

₹97,500

₹2,07,000

BCA – Artificial Intelligence & Data Sciences

3 Years

₹1,09,500

₹97,500

₹2,07,000

B.Sc Data Science

3 Years

₹87,000

₹75,000

₹1,62,000

B.Sc Cyber Security

3 Years

₹87,000

₹75,000

₹1,62,000

PG Programmes

Programme

Duration

Term I

Term II

Total / Year

MCA

2 Years

₹1,77,000

₹1,65,000

₹3,42,000

M.Sc Data Science

2 Years

₹82,000

₹70,000

₹1,52,000

M.Sc Cyber Security

2 Years

₹82,000

₹70,000

₹1,52,000

School of Law

Programme

Duration

Tuition Fee

Other Fee

Total

B.A. LL.B

5 Years

₹2,02,000

₹50,000

₹2,52,000/year

B.B.A. LL.B

5 Years

₹2,02,000

₹50,000

₹2,52,000/year

LL.B

3 Years

₹1,37,000

₹40,000

₹1,77,000/year

LL.M

1 Year

—

—

Fee not specified in the provided section

B.A. LL.B and B.B.A. LL.B accept CLAT and DSAT scores, according to the supplied fee information.

School of Basic & Applied Sciences

UG – B.Sc

The university lists:

  • Biotechnology, Biochemistry & Genetics

  • Biotechnology, Chemistry & Microbiology

  • Microbiology, Genetics & Biochemistry

Duration: 3 Years
Fee: ₹1,82,000/year

  • Term I: ₹97,000

  • Term II: ₹85,000

PG

Programme

Duration

Term I

Term II

Total / Year

M.Sc Biochemistry

2 Years

₹1,02,000

₹90,000

₹1,92,000

M.Sc Biotechnology

2 Years

₹1,02,000

₹90,000

₹1,92,000

M.Sc Microbiology

2 Years

₹1,02,000

₹90,000

₹1,92,000

M.Sc Molecular Biology & Genetics

2 Years

Not specified

Not specified

Not specified

School of Commerce & Management

UG Programmes

Programme

Duration

Term I

Term II

Total / Year

BBA Regular

3 Years

₹1,07,000

₹1,05,000

₹2,12,000

B.Com Regular

3 Years

₹79,500

₹77,500

₹1,57,000

B.Com – ACCA Integrated

3 Years

₹99,500

₹87,500

₹1,87,000

B.Com – CMA Integrated

3 Years

₹99,500

₹87,500

₹1,87,000

B.Com – With CA Coaching

3 Years

₹99,500

₹87,500

₹1,87,000

MBA

Programme

Duration

Term I

Term II

Total / Year

MBA

2 Years

₹3,07,000

₹2,95,000

₹6,02,000

School of Health Sciences – College of Allied Health Sciences

Programme

Duration

Tuition Fee

Other Fee

Total / Year

B.Sc Medical Radiology & Imaging Technology

3 Years

₹1,42,000

₹30,000

₹1,72,000

B.Sc Medical Laboratory Technology

3 Years

₹1,12,000

₹30,000

₹1,42,000

B.Sc Anaesthesia & Operation Theatre Technology

3 Years

₹1,42,000

₹30,000

₹1,72,000

B.Sc Emergency & Trauma Care Technology

3 Years

₹1,12,000

₹30,000

₹1,42,000

B.Sc Cardiac Care Technology

3 Years

₹1,72,000

₹30,000

₹2,02,000

College of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Programme

Duration

Fee

B.Pharm

4 Years

₹2,52,000 – ₹2,82,000/year

M.Pharm – Pharmaceutics

2 Years

₹3,02,000/year

M.Pharm – Pharmacology

2 Years

₹3,02,000/year

Pharm.D

6 Years

₹4,52,000/year

College of Nursing Sciences

Programme

Duration

Fee

B.Sc Nursing

4 Years

₹1,82,000/year

PB B.Sc Nursing

2 Years

₹92,000/year

M.Sc Nursing

Specialization

Duration

Fee

Medical Surgical Nursing

2 Years

₹1,42,000/year

Child Health Nursing

2 Years

₹1,42,000/year

Mental Health Nursing

2 Years

₹1,42,000/year

Obstetrics & Gynaecological Nursing

2 Years

₹1,42,000/year

Community Health Nursing

2 Years

₹1,42,000/year

College of Physiotherapy

Programme

Duration

Fee

BPT – Bachelor of Physiotherapy

4 Years + 1 Year Internship

₹2,17,000/year

MPT – Musculoskeletal Science

2 Years

₹2,77,000/year

MPT – Neuroscience

2 Years

₹2,77,000/year

MPT – Cardio-Pulmonary Science

2 Years

₹2,77,000/year

MPT – Sports Science

2 Years

₹2,77,000/year

MPT – Pediatrics & Neonatal Sciences

2 Years

₹2,77,000/year

MPT – Obstetrics & Gynecology Science

2 Years

₹2,77,000/year

MPT – Community Rehabilitation

2 Years

₹2,77,000/year

School of Arts, Design & Humanities

Programme

Duration

Term I

Term II

Total / Year

BA Journalism & Mass Communication

3 Years

₹77,000

₹75,000

₹1,52,000

Quick 2026–27 Fee Summary

Course Category

Approx. Annual Fee

B.Tech

₹3.22 – ₹5.25 Lakhs

M.Tech

₹1.62 – ₹2.52 Lakhs

BCA

₹2.07 Lakhs

MCA

₹3.42 Lakhs

B.Sc Data Science / Cyber Security

₹1.62 Lakhs

MBA

₹6.02 Lakhs

BBA

₹2.12 Lakhs

B.Com

₹1.57 – ₹1.87 Lakhs

B.A. LL.B / B.B.A. LL.B

₹2.52 Lakhs

LL.B

₹1.77 Lakhs

B.Pharm

₹2.52 – ₹2.82 Lakhs

Pharm.D

₹4.52 Lakhs

B.Sc Nursing

₹1.82 Lakhs

BPT

₹2.17 Lakhs

MPT

₹2.77 Lakhs

B.Des

₹3.02 Lakhs

BA Journalism & Mass Communication

₹1.52 Lakhs

Dayananda Sagar Admission 2026

The admission process depends on the institution and programme.

Engineering

Possible admission routes include:

  • KCET

  • COMEDK

  • DSAT where applicable

  • JEE/other accepted routes for specific university programmes

  • Management/institutional category where officially permitted

Medical

  • NEET-UG

  • NEET-PG

  • Applicable national counselling

Dental

  • NEET-UG

  • NEET-MDS

Architecture

  • Applicable architecture entrance/eligibility route

MBA

Depending on institution:

  • PGCET

  • Accepted national-level management examinations

  • University/institutional admission route

  • DSAT where applicable

MCA

  • PGCET

  • University/institutional route

  • Applicable entrance criteria

Dayananda Sagar University – DSAT

DSU conducts the Dayananda Sagar Admission Test (DSAT) for applicable programmes.

The current DSU DSAT process includes:

  • Student registration

  • Application submission

  • Document upload

  • Examination scheduling

  • Scholarship examination

  • Final selection

  • Seat allotment

  • Admission fee payment

The university currently lists DSAT for applicable programmes and separately provides direct-admission options.

Eligibility

B.Tech / B.E.

Generally requires:

  • 10+2 or equivalent

  • Physics and Mathematics as required subjects

  • Relevant third subject depending on programme

  • Minimum aggregate requirements as prescribed by the institution/regulator

  • Valid entrance score where applicable

BBA / B.Com

Generally requires:

  • 10+2 or equivalent examination

  • Minimum qualifying marks as prescribed

MBA

Typically requires:

  • Bachelor's degree

  • Minimum qualifying percentage/CGPA

  • Valid entrance score where applicable

MCA

Requires:

  • Bachelor's degree

  • Mathematics/related eligibility as prescribed

  • Applicable entrance qualification

B.Arch

Requires:

  • 10+2/equivalent

  • Required subjects

  • Applicable architecture eligibility requirements

Dayananda Sagar Application Process

A typical application process is:

Step 1 – Select the Institution

Choose between:

  • DSCE

  • DSATM

  • DSU

  • Dental

  • Pharmacy

  • Nursing

  • Physiotherapy

  • Management

  • Law

  • Design

  • Other specialised institutions

Step 2 – Select the Programme

Choose the desired course and specialisation.

Step 3 – Check Eligibility

Verify academic and entrance-exam requirements.

Step 4 – Apply

Complete the relevant online application.

Step 5 – Entrance Examination

Appear for the applicable examination where required.

Step 6 – Counselling / Selection

Complete counselling or institutional selection.

Step 7 – Document Verification

Submit academic and identity documents.

Step 8 – Fee Payment

Pay the applicable admission and tuition fees.

Step 9 – Enrollment

Complete admission formalities and begin the programme.

Dayananda Sagar Placements

Placement opportunities differ by institution and programme.

Engineering & Technology

Students may receive opportunities with companies from areas such as:

  • Information Technology

  • Software Development

  • Artificial Intelligence

  • Data Science

  • Cyber Security

  • Electronics

  • Core Engineering

  • Automotive

  • Manufacturing

  • Consulting

  • Product Development

Management

Career opportunities include:

  • Banking

  • Finance

  • Marketing

  • Human Resources

  • Business Analytics

  • Consulting

  • Sales

  • Operations

  • Entrepreneurship

Health Sciences

Career pathways include:

  • Hospitals

  • Diagnostic centres

  • Clinical laboratories

  • Healthcare organisations

  • Rehabilitation centres

  • Pharmaceutical companies

  • Research organisations

DSU's current admission website highlights 450+ companies, ₹35 LPA highest salary and ₹7.12 LPA average salary in its placement highlights; these figures should be interpreted as university-published placement metrics rather than guaranteed outcomes for every programme.

Internships & Industry Exposure

Dayananda Sagar institutions provide opportunities for:

  • Industry interaction

  • Internships

  • Workshops

  • Technical competitions

  • Hackathons

  • Projects

  • Research

  • Entrepreneurship

  • Innovation activities

  • Industry visits

  • Skill-development programmes

Engineering students can gain practical exposure through laboratories, projects, technical clubs and industry-oriented activities.

Campus Facilities

Depending on the campus and institution, facilities can include:

  • Modern classrooms

  • Engineering laboratories

  • Computer laboratories

  • Central/library facilities

  • Research centres

  • Auditorium

  • Seminar halls

  • Sports facilities

  • Cafeteria

  • Student activity areas

  • Innovation/incubation facilities

  • Wi-Fi/connectivity

  • Healthcare facilities

  • Transportation facilities

DSU currently highlights classrooms, Wi-Fi-enabled facilities, an on-campus hospital facility, sports facilities, amphitheatre and library facilities among its campus infrastructure.

Hostel Facilities

Hostel availability depends on the institution and campus.

Facilities may include:

  • Separate accommodation arrangements

  • Furnished rooms

  • Dining facilities

  • Security

  • Wi-Fi

  • Recreation areas

  • Common areas

  • Study spaces

Students should check the hostel availability and 2026–27 hostel fee directly with the specific institution before admission.

Scholarships

Scholarships may be available based on:

  • Academic merit

  • Entrance examination performance

  • DSAT performance

  • Sports achievement

  • Other recognised categories

  • Institutional scholarship schemes

The scholarship structure is different for different institutions and programmes.

DSU's current admission system also incorporates scholarship opportunities through DSAT.

Direct Admission & Management Admission

The availability of direct or institutional admission depends on the specific institution and programme.

DSATM

The official 2026–27 admission information separately publishes management-quota admission processes for B.E./B.Arch and other institutional categories.

DSU

DSU currently provides a Direct Admissions route on its official admission portal for applicable programmes.

Students should always verify:

  • Eligibility

  • Seat category

  • Fees

  • Entrance requirements

  • Documents

  • Admission deadlines

before making any payment.

Dayananda Sagar Campus Comparison

Institution / Campus

Major Areas

Important Courses

DSI – Kumaraswamy Layout

Engineering, Dental, Pharmacy, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Arts, Science, Commerce, Management

B.E., BDS, B.Pharm, Nursing, BPT, BBA, B.Com, B.Sc, MBA/PGDM and others

DSATM – Udayapura

Engineering, Architecture, Management, Computer Applications

B.E., B.Arch, MBA, MCA

DSU – Harohalli Main Campus

Engineering, Management, Computer Applications, Health Sciences, Law, Design, Sciences

B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, BBA, B.Com, BCA, MCA, B.Sc, Nursing, Pharmacy, Law, Design and others

DSU – Kudlu Gate City Innovation Campus

University city-campus, administration, admissions and selected academic/innovation activities

Programme availability depends on current university allocation

Which Dayananda Sagar Campus Offers Which Course?

For Engineering

Consider the relevant programmes at:

  • DSCE

  • DSATM

  • DSU

For B.Tech Specialisations

DSU offers newer technology-focused options including:

  • AI

  • AI & ML

  • AI & Data Science

  • Data Science

  • Cyber Security

  • AI & Robotics

  • Computer Science & Medical Engineering

For B.Arch

  • DSATM

  • DSCA / relevant architecture institution

For MBA

  • DSATM

  • DSU

  • Other DSI management institutions

For MCA

  • DSATM

  • DSU

  • DSI computer application institutions

For BBA / B.Com

  • DSI institutions

  • DSU

For Medical / Dental / Health Sciences

  • DSI/associated health institutions

  • DSU School of Health Sciences

  • Relevant medical and dental institutions

Career Opportunities

Engineering

Graduates can pursue careers as:

  • Software Engineer

  • Data Scientist

  • AI/ML Engineer

  • Cyber Security Analyst

  • Cloud Engineer

  • Electronics Engineer

  • Embedded Systems Engineer

  • Mechanical Engineer

  • Civil Engineer

  • Automotive Engineer

  • Robotics Engineer

  • Design Engineer

Management

Career options include:

  • Business Analyst

  • Financial Analyst

  • Marketing Executive

  • HR Executive

  • Operations Manager

  • Sales Manager

  • Management Consultant

  • Entrepreneur

Health Sciences

Possible career paths include:

  • Clinical professional

  • Medical laboratory professional

  • Radiology professional

  • Physiotherapist

  • Nurse

  • Pharmacist

  • Healthcare administrator

  • Research professional

Why Consider Dayananda Sagar?

Dayananda Sagar provides students with access to a broad range of academic disciplines within Bengaluru.

Key features include:

  • Multiple institutions under the Dayananda Sagar group

  • Engineering and technology programmes

  • Health sciences and healthcare education

  • Management and commerce

  • Computer applications

  • Law

  • Design

  • Arts and sciences

  • Architecture

  • Diploma and PUC education

  • Research opportunities

  • Industry exposure

  • Multiple admission pathways depending on programme

The biggest advantage for students comparing options is the breadth of programmes available across different Dayananda Sagar institutions, rather than treating the group as a single college.

Documents Required for Admission

Depending on the programme, students may need:

  • 10th marks card

  • 12th/PUC marks card

  • Transfer Certificate

  • Migration Certificate where applicable

  • Aadhaar/identity proof

  • Passport-size photographs

  • Entrance examination scorecard

  • Rank card

  • Caste/category certificate where applicable

  • Income certificate where applicable

  • Study certificate

  • Medical certificate where applicable

  • Other programme-specific documents

Dayananda Sagar Admission Checklist 2026

Before applying, students should check:

  • Select institution

  • Select campus

  • Select programme

  • Check eligibility

  • Check entrance examination

  • Check 2026 fee structure

  • Check admission category

  • Check hostel availability

  • Check scholarship eligibility

  • Submit application

  • Attend entrance/counselling where applicable

  • Complete document verification

  • Pay admission fee

  • Complete enrollment

Dayananda Sagar FAQs

1. What is Dayananda Sagar University (DSU)?

Dayananda Sagar University (DSU) is a multidisciplinary university in Karnataka offering programmes in Engineering, Computer Applications, Commerce & Management, Health Sciences, Law, Design, Basic & Applied Sciences and other areas.

2. Where is Dayananda Sagar University located?

DSU operates across multiple locations. Its Main Campus is at Devarakaggalahalli, Harohalli, Kanakapura Road, while its City Innovation Campus is at Kudlu Gate, Hosur Road, Bengaluru.

3. Is Dayananda Sagar University the same as Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering?

No. DSU and Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering (DSCE) are separate institutions. DSCE is an autonomous engineering college in Kumaraswamy Layout, Bengaluru, while DSU is a multidisciplinary university with its own degree programmes.

4. What B.Tech courses are offered by DSU in 2026?

DSU's 2026 admissions list B.Tech programmes including:

  • Computer Science & Engineering

  • CSE – Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

  • CSE – AI & Data Science

  • AI & Robotics

  • CSE – Data Science

  • CSE – Cyber Security

  • Electronics & Communication Engineering

  • Mechanical Engineering

  • Computer Science & Technology

  • Aerospace Engineering

  • Computer Science & Medical Engineering

  • CSE – Artificial Intelligence

The B.Tech programmes have a 4-year duration.

5. What B.Tech courses are offered by DSCE?

Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering offers a broad range of engineering programmes, including Computer Science & Engineering, Information Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical & Electronics, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering and several newer technology specialisations.

6. What entrance exams are accepted for engineering admission?

For DSCE, engineering admissions commonly use Karnataka KEA/KCET and COMEDK routes, while management-quota eligibility is separately specified by the institution.

For DSU, the university lists its own DSAT route along with other admission routes such as COMED-K and Karnataka CET, depending on the programme and applicable admission category.

7. Does DSU offer BBA and B.Com?

Yes. DSU offers a 3-year BBA with specialisations including Banking, Financial Services & Insurance, Business Analytics, Data Science & AI, Digital Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Finance, HR, International Business, Marketing, Retail Operations and Supply Chain Management.

It also offers B.Com Regular, B.Com CA, B.Com CMA and B.Com ACCA Integrated programmes.

8. Does Dayananda Sagar offer BCA?

Yes. DSU offers a 3-year BCA at its City Innovation Campus, Kudlu Gate. It also offers B.Sc. programmes in Data Science and Cybersecurity and corresponding M.Sc. programmes.

9. Does DSU offer MBA programmes?

Yes. DSU offers a 2-year MBA with areas including Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, IT & Systems Management and FinTech.

10. What other courses are available at DSU?

DSU also offers programmes in:

  • Law – BA LLB, BBA LLB, LL.B and LL.M

  • Design – B.Design

  • Health Sciences – B.Sc Allied Health Sciences, B.Sc Nursing, BPT, B.Pharm, Pharm.D

  • Sciences – B.Sc and M.Sc programmes

  • Journalism & Communication – BA JMC

  • Computer Applications – BCA and MCA

  • Commerce & Management

  • Basic & Applied Sciences

11. What is the eligibility for B.Tech at DSU?

For B.Tech, eligibility depends on the programme. DSU publishes programme-specific eligibility and fee information for its 2026–27 admissions. Students should verify the required Class 12/PUC subjects, minimum marks and entrance-test requirements for their chosen branch before applying.

12. What is the eligibility for MBA at Dayananda Sagar?

MBA eligibility is based on the applicable bachelor's degree and minimum qualifying marks, along with the entrance/admission requirements prescribed by DSU. The university publishes separate eligibility and fee information for the 2026–27 MBA intake.

13. Does Dayananda Sagar offer management-quota admission?

Yes, DSCE explicitly provides a management-quota admission route. For engineering management admissions, the college states that candidates should have passed the required qualifying examination with at least 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, with the required subjects passed individually.

14. What is the difference between DSU, DSCE and DSATM?

Institution

Type

Main focus

Location

Dayananda Sagar University (DSU)

University

Engineering, Management, Law, Health Sciences, Computing, Design & more

Harohalli / Bengaluru City

Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering (DSCE)

Autonomous college

Engineering, Management & Computer Applications

Kumaraswamy Layout

Dayananda Sagar Academy of Technology & Management (DSATM)

Higher-education institution

Engineering, Architecture, MBA & MCA

Udayapura, Kanakapura Road

These institutions should be compared separately because courses, admissions, fees and degree-awarding structures can differ.

15. How can students apply for Dayananda Sagar admissions 2026?

Students should first identify the exact institution and programme they want. DSU's 2026 admissions include DSAT and direct-admission routes, with other entrance routes applicable to particular programmes. DSCE has its own admission process for engineering and postgraduate programmes.

Why Dayananda Sagar Institutions & University, Bengaluru

Why choose Dayananda Sagar?

Dayananda Sagar Institutions and Dayananda Sagar University offer engineering, management, dental, pharmacy, nursing, law, design and more across Bengaluru campuses at Kumaraswamy Layout, Udayapura, Harohalli and Kudlu Gate.

  • Dayananda Sagar Institutions (DSI) and Dayananda Sagar University (DSU)
  • Campuses at Kumaraswamy Layout, Udayapura, Harohalli and Kudlu Gate
  • DSCE, DSATM and DSU School of Engineering
  • Dental, pharmacy, nursing and allied health programmes
  • Management, law, design, arts, science and commerce
  • Admission via KCET, COMEDK, DSAT and programme routes
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