Diploma in Automobile Engineering at PES University

Diploma in Automobile Engineering at PES University in Bangalore, Karnataka is a 3-year diploma programme. Each year's batch has 60 seats.

The course is about vehicle design, engines, transmission systems and vehicle dynamics.

PES University is a other institute, founded in 1972. This page brings together what is on record for this course at PES University — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most Diploma in Automobile Engineering programmes follow a similar pattern: the first year builds the foundations, the middle years go deep into the subject, and the final year is given over to electives, a major project and usually an internship.

Here that means vehicle design, engines, transmission systems and vehicle dynamics. Typical first jobs: automotive design or production engineer.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask PES University for the current semester-wise plan.

PES University has not published a fee for Diploma in Automobile Engineering on our record yet. When you ask, ask for the total across all 3 years — not just the first-year figure — and whether hostel and exam fees are included.

For admission to Diploma in Automobile Engineering, you usually need Class 10 (or Class 12, for some diplomas).

Admission to this kind of course is usually through state polytechnic entrance exams. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check PES University's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

The admission process usually runs like this:

1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
2. Take state polytechnic entrance exams and keep your scorecard.
3. Apply to PES University on its website (pes.edu) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

Going by the latest placement record (2023) show a placement rate of 83%, an average package of ₹17.99 lakh, a median package of ₹8 lakh and a highest package of ₹65 lakh at PES University. 1,199 of 1,445 students were placed that year. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.

A few questions worth answering before you apply:

• Are you genuinely interested in vehicle design? You will spend 3 years on it.
• What will the full course cost, including hostel and living costs?
• Are the placement figures above good enough for your goals? Ask for the branch-wise numbers.
• How does PES University compare with other colleges offering Diploma in Automobile Engineering in and around Bangalore?