About Presidency University, Bengaluru
Presidency University is a private university set up in 2013 at Rajanukunte near Yelahanka, Bengaluru, accredited with grade A by NAAC.
Presidency University in Bengaluru was established in 2013 and has its campus at Rajanukunte, beyond Yelahanka on the city’s northern edge. It is accredited by NAAC with grade A. Teaching is organised into eleven schools, covering computer science, core engineering, information science, management, commerce, law, design, media studies, liberal arts and sciences, and allied health. Popular choices include many B.Tech branches, BCA, BBA, B.Com, B.Des, BA and B.Sc programmes, and five-year BA LLB and BBA LLB degrees. Postgraduates can take M.Tech, MCA, MBA, M.Com, M.Sc, MA or LLM, and most schools also admit PhD scholars. It is a separate institution from Presidency University in Kolkata.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Business Administration | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Commerce | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Computer Applications | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Design | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Technology | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Integrated Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Arts | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Business Administration | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Commerce | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Computer Applications | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Laws | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Technology | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Entrance test, Merit
Presidency University takes applications through its online application portal, and the enrolment process is described on its admissions page. Candidates pick a programme in one of its eleven schools and apply with their Class 12 or degree details. The university warns that it does not authorise any WhatsApp group or individual to collect fees on its behalf, so pay only through official channels.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Arts: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Business Administration: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Commerce: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks and may ask for Mathematics or Accountancy
- Bachelor of Computer Applications: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks (some run a mathematics bridge course)
- Bachelor of Design: Studying in: Class 12; any stream (Science, Arts, Commerce, Humanities); NID age limit - born on or after 1 July 2005 for General/GEN-EWS, 1 July 2002 for OBC-NCL/SC/ST, 1 July 2000 for PwD (2026-27)
- Bachelor of Science: Studying in: Class 12; Science stream usually required; universities set subject and minimum mark rules
- Bachelor of Technology: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Mathematics; At least 45% marks in Class 12; one more subject from the AICTE list (e.g. Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology)
- Integrated Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws: Studying in: Class 12; At least 45% marks in Class 12
- Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
- Master of Business Administration: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's degree of at least three years in any discipline
- Master of Commerce: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; B.Com (Hons/Pass) or equivalent such as BBA, BMS or BBE (University of Delhi)
- Master of Computer Applications: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; BCA, B.Sc (CS/IT) or equivalent
- Master of Laws: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; LL.B. or equivalent law degree; final-year LL.B. students may apply
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
- Master of Technology: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Technology; At least 50% marks in UG; B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline; GATE score preferred
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Rankings and accreditation
Accreditation
- NAAC A
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Frequently asked questions
Is Presidency University Bengaluru the same as Presidency University Kolkata?
No. The Bengaluru university at Rajanukunte, Yelahanka was set up in 2013 and is a separate institution.
What is the NAAC grade of Presidency University Bengaluru?
Its website says it is accredited with grade A by NAAC.
How do I apply to Presidency University?
Apply online on apply.presidencyuniversity.in. The university asks students to pay fees only through official channels.
Does Presidency University offer law?
Yes. Its School of Law runs BA LLB (Hons), BBA LLB (Hons), LLM and PhD in Law.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- Presidency University Bengaluru home · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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