PESSAT 2025: Final Round (Sept 1), Registration, Fees, Eligibility, Result

Updated By Mrunmayai Bobade on 01 Sep, 2024 12:26

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PESSAT 2025 Overview

The second/ final round of BTech PESSAT counselling 2024 commenced on September 1, 2024, where students must report to the PES University (Ring Road Campus) for seat selection. Prospective students must note that PESSAT 2025 admissions for BTech are now OPEN for registration on the official website. Also, PES University will solely use JEE Main scores for BTech admissions starting in 2025.

For admitted candidates, the last date to surrender PESSAT seat 2024 for Round I as well as submission of original documents was revised to August 30, 2024 (FINAL). BTech PESSAT counselling 2024 for the first round was held from May 25-26, 2024 (Over), in an offline mode between 7:30 AM and 4:15 PM at the PES University (Ring Road Campus), Bangalore only. The PESSAT result 2025 for BTech was announced on May 16, 2024 (Over), on the official website of PES Univesity. To download their PESSAT 2024 rank card, applicants must enter their registration number and date of birth. The PESSAT exam 2024 for BTech, BArch, and other courses have been held between April 20 and May 12, 2024 (Over), by the People's Education Society University (PES). The PESSAT application form 2024 was available for Bengaluru-based candidates till April 22, 2024 (Over). However, PESSAT registration for candidates from outside Bengaluru is closed as the last date was April 14, 2024. PESSAT 2024 slot bookings for all BTech applicants commenced on April 17, 2024 (Over). The PESSAT 2024 registration has been started from October 20, 2023, for students from outside Bengaluru for all courses such as BArch, BDes, BCA, BBA, BA, BSc, BCom, MCom, MCA, BPharma, MPharma, etc.

The PESSAT exam 2024 was conducted in an online computer-based mode at the PES University campus and in 54 Indian cities and 19 states. Students must thoroughly check the PESSAT 2025 syllabus and understand the questions most frequently asked in the PESSAT previous year's question papers. On this page, applicants can check exam details such as the PESSAT exam pattern, marking scheme, results, counselling, admission process, admit card, scholarships, etc.

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PESSAT 2025 Highlights

The following table outlines some significant highlights of the PESSAT 2025 exam:

Exam Name

PES Scholastic Aptitude Test

Popular Name/ Short Name

PESSAT

Conducting Body

People & Education Society (PES University), Bangalore

Level

University-level

Mode

Online (Computer-based mode)

Purpose

Admission to various courses offered by PES University

Application Mode

Online

Application Fee

INR 1,200

Eligibility Criteria

At least 50% aggregate marks in 10+2 in Science or equivalent background from a recognised university

Question Type

MCQs

Marking Scheme

+1 for every correct answer

Negative Marking

No

Exam Duration

3 hours for BTech, 2 hours for the rest of the courses

PESSAT 2025 Important Dates

The following is a discussion of the PESSAT 2025 important dates that candidates should keep in mind.

For Bachelor of Technology (BTech) courses:

The following table shows some important dates for PESSAT 2025 for BTech programmes:

Event/Activity

Important Date (Tentative)

Last date to submit original documents/ surrender seat for admitted candidates for PESSAT 2024

August 30, 2024 (FINAL)

Second/final round PESSAT 2024 counselling for BTech at both Ring Road and Electronic City campuses

September 1, 2024

Academic session starting (classes/activities)

September 2024

Registration for PESSAT 2025 begins

October 2024

Last PESSAT 2025 registration date for students from outside Bengaluru

April 2025

Last registration date for applicants willing to take PESSAT 2025 at the Bangalore-based campuses

April 2025

PESSAT 2025 slot bookings commence for all students

April 2025

PESSAT 2025 exam

April 2025

Last date to update class 12/ 2nd PU marks (if applicable)

May 2025

PESSAT 2025 results announcement

May 2025

First-round PESSAT counselling 2025

May 2025

What is PESSAT?

PESSAT or PES Scholastic Aptitude Test is a university-level entrance exam that is conducted to grant admission to BTech, BArch, and various other programmes offered by PES University, Bengaluru. It is administrated for candidates looking to take admission to BTech, BBA, BCom, BBA LLB, BA LLB, BSc, BDes, BPharm, BSc in Nursing, BPharm, MBA, MCA, Pharm D, MPharm, MCom, and MTech programmes.

Through this university-level examination, candidates can get admission into PES University's undergraduate and postgraduate courses such as Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech), Bachelor of Design (B.Design), Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), BBA in Hotel and Event Management, Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Computer Applications (MCA).

PESSAT 2025 Conducting Body

PESSAT 2025 will be conducted by PES University. It was established in 1972 in Bengaluru, the Silicon Valley of India. It was originally named the PES Institute of Technology (PESIT), but it was renamed in the year 2013. PES focuses on four major areas of education, including Medicine, Engineering, Management and Life Sciences. At PES, students have the option of both foundation courses in these areas, as well as specialisation with a Bachelor/ Master/PhD degree. For any further information, students should visit the official website of the university.

PESSAT 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Before completing the application form for PESSAT 2024, candidates must ensure that they meet the eligibility requirements. Candidates who do not meet the eligibility requirements will not be admitted by the university. The following are the general PESAAT 2025 eligibility criteria:

  • Candidates must have 50% aggregate marks on the 10+2 or equivalent in Science from a recognised board.

  • Students must have taken subjects such as Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Biotechnology, Computer Science, and so on.

  • Applicants should have taken entrance examinations such as MAT, CAT, GRE, PGCET, GMAT, CAT, and more.

  • There is no age limit for individuals applying for courses.

PESSAT 2025 Application Form

Only those applying online will be able to complete the PESSAT 2025 application form. There would not be any other way to submit the form in an offline mode. For a variety of UG/PG programmes, the PESSAT 2024 registrations have been commenced on October 20, 2023. For this, applicants will need to provide basic information, including personal and qualification data.

How to Fill out the PESSAT 2025 Application Form?

The following pointers are steps to fill out the PESSAT 2024 application form:

  • Visit the official website of the PES university.

  • Click on the “Registration" link given provided.

  • Fill out the required details mentioned on the application form.

  • Click on the submit button to complete the registration process.

  • After the registration is done, fill in the detailed application form.

  • Upload scanned documents as prescribed in the form.

  • Pay the application fee and submit the form.

  • Take a printout and keep it safe for future reference.

PESSAT Slot Booking 2025

PES University will commence the PESSAT 2024 slot booking on April 17, 2024, for all applicants i.e., students who want to take the exam at Bangalore-based centres and also for candidates registering from outside Bengaluru. Each candidate who registers for the PESSAT exam 2024 is required to choose a time slot to sit for the test. An applicant cannot show up for the exam before reserving a slot. Students will receive their PESSAT 2024 admit cards after successfully booking a slot.

Process of Slot Booking for PESSAT 2025

  • Open the PES University official website.

  • Then, click on the "Registered Candidate Login" link given there.

  • Login using the credentials such as the application number and password.

  • Now, open the PESSAT 2024 slot booking link.

  • Select the city, exam date and time.

  • Click on the "Confirm" button.

  • Download the confirmation page for slot booking for future reference.

PESSAT Admit Card 2025

PESSAT admit card 2024 will be received only after successfully booking a slot. The exam date and time, the exam location, the candidate's basic information, including their roll number, name, photo, and signature, as well as information about their parents, will all be listed on the PESSAT 2025 admit card. No candidate will be permitted to appear in the paper without a PESSAT 2023 admit card, so it is necessary to bring the admit card to the exam centre on the exam day.

PESSAT 2025 Result

The BTech PESSAT results 2024 were declared on May 16, 2024 (Over), on the official website of PES University. Candidates can view their results online at the PES University website after logging in with their application number/ID and password. The PESSAT scorecard will include data on the subject-wise scores received in the examination and the All India Rank of an applicant. Those deemed qualified might apply to be admitted to the university. Students are selected for admission to BTech programmes depending on their PESSAT score 2024.

PESSAT 2024 Counselling Process

The PESSAT counselling will be conducted by PES University over two sessions. After the results were announced, the first round of PESSAT counselling was held between May 25 and May 26, 2024. On the other hand, the second round of PESSAT 2024 counselling for BTech held on September 1, 2024. For their counselling presentation & seat selection, however, students must report in person at the PES University (Ring Road Campus) between 8:15 AM and 04:15 PM based on their rankings. All qualified candidates must register online for the entire PESSAT 2024 counselling process, which will take place entirely online.

PESSAT 2025 Admission Process

PES University selects candidates through the PESSAT entrance exam. As discussed, candidates will have to fill out the PESSAT 2024 application form and appear in the entrance exam subsequently. The step-by-step PESSAT admission process 2024 can be checked below. 

Step 1: Registration process

Candidates can register for PESSAT 2024 by filling out an application form online. The student will need to register as a new user and then they will get their login IDs on successful registration. 

Step 2: Slot Booking

The candidates will have to book a slot for the exam after submission of the application form. Admit cards will then be issued to them upon booking the slot. Applicants must download their admit card to appear for the PESSAT 2024 exam. 

Step 3: PESSAT 2023 Exam Centres

PESSAT 2024 will be conducted at the Bangalore campus for all courses except for the B Tech programme. The BTech exam will take place at 44 test centres across the country.

Step 4: Counselling/ Interview

Students will be called for counselling and interviews after passing PESSAT. The seats will then be allocated based on their scores. A merit list will be released by PES University which will contain ranks and schedules for the same. Furthermore, the commencement of classes/activities or academic sessions will be held starting in early September.

PESSAT 2025 Exam Centres

As discussed, the PESSAT 2024 exam will be organised by PES University at 55 test centres across 19 Indian states. Applicants should specify their preference for a particular centre when filling out the application form for PESSAT. Students need to know that PES University maintains the authority to cancel any PESSAT 2024 exam centre at any moment. If such a case happens or if a test centre is cancelled, candidates will automatically be assigned an alternative test centre among the rest two centres they marked in the application form while they registered for the exam. Students can click PESSAT exam centres 2025 to explore the full list of 55 testing facities across India that are mentioned state-wise.

PESSAT 2025 Scholarships

There are different kinds of scholarships offered by PES University to students based on their academic performance as well as assistance in different fields. One can check the details about the PES University scholarship as mentioned below.

  • MRD Scholarships: If a student obtains rank in the top 20% of his/her class (section) in terms of CGPA for a particular academic year, then they will get a 40% relaxation in the tuition fee for the next academic year that will be executed on a semester basis.

  • Distinction Awards: For scoring a CGPA of 7.5 and above for a particular year, candidates will receive cash prize money as a distinction award. 

  • Corporate Scholarships: Many corporate organisations offer scholarships for the students of PES University in the final year based on merit.

  • Rural Scholarship: A selected number of students coming from a rural background are offered free engineering education by PES University every year.

  • Scholarship for Teaching: Students who assist their professors in teaching, those students are also compensated for their work.

  • Research Scholarship: Students also get compensated if they show keen research intent and work under professors as research associates.

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FAQs about PESSAT

Will there be a correction window for the PESSAT application form?

No, there will be no correction window for the PESSAT application form. Applicants must carefully complete the application form and include all necessary information, as PES University will not consider any applications that contain incorrect information. After submission, there is no option to make changes, edit, or modify the values entered in.

What are the PESSAT eligibility criteria for MBA courses?

The following is the PESSAT eligibility criteria for MBA courses:

  • Applicants must have obtained at least 60% aggregate marks of their required education from an accredited institution.

  • The prospective student must have earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited university in any programme.

  • Potential candidates who have taken one of the national entrance exams, such as the MAT, CAT, CMAT, ATMA, or the state-level KPGCET, will not be required to take the PESSAT.

What are the PESSAT eligibility criteria for BTech courses?

The following is the PESSAT eligibility criteria for BTech courses:

  • Applicants must pass the qualifying exam with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.

  • Students must have completed class 12 or a comparable grade from a recognised board to apply for the test.

  • Candidates must have completed Electronics, Computer Science, and Biotechnology as required courses in addition to passing subjects such as Math, Physics, and Chemistry.

What are some best PESSAT preparation tips?

The following are some best PESSAT preparation tips:

  • The first step is to examine the entire exam syllabus.

  • Review the entire exam schedule to make the appropriate preparations.

  • Develop a good study regimen that is balanced.

  • To comprehend the problems, try to solve as many of the previous years' test questions as you can.

  • Keep hydrated and mind your health.

What is the PESSAT syllabus?

The PESSAT syllabus varies from one program to another. In the BTech entrance test, questions from the classes of 11th and 12th will cover Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics. For the same, 20 questions from the English grammar part will be asked.

Can I fill out the PESSAT application form offline?

No, students cannot fill out the PESSAT application form offline, only online submission is accepted. For a variety of UG/PG programmes, the application form for PESSAT will be made available in the third week of October every year. After filling out the form, upload the scanned papers, including the signature and photo, in the appropriate format.

What is the PESSAT application fee?

As of 2024, the PESSAT application fee is INR 1,150 (INR 550 for the HN campus). Students can pay the application fee either online or offline. For online payment, applicants can pay using a credit card, debit card, net banking, etc. For offline payment, students can use Challan and Demand Draft services.

What are the documents required for the PESSAT counselling session?

The following documents are required for the PESSAT counselling session:

  • 10th marksheet and certificate

  • 12th marksheet and certificate

  • Government-issued valid ID proof such as Aadhar card, PAN card, voter ID, etc.

  • Scorecard of PESSAT 2022

  • Admit card of PESSAT 2022

  • Date of birth (DOB) certificate

  • Transfer certificate

  • Migration certificate

What is the full form of PESSAT?

The full form of PESSAT is the People’s Education Society Scholastic Aptitude Test, it is a university-level entrance exam conducted for admission to various programmes offered at the university. It includes fields such as Engineering, Management, CSIT, Design, Law, etc. Qualified students of the examination will get admission in their applied programmes at the various campuses of PES University.

Who is the conducting body of PESSAT?

The conducting body of PESSAT is the Peoples Education Society or PES University, Bangalore. Through this university-level examination, candidates can get admission into PES University's undergraduate and postgraduate courses such as Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech), Bachelor of Design (B.Design), Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), BBA in Hotel and Event Management, Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Computer Applications (MCA).

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