Dayananda Sagar University is a private university established in 2014. It is located in Bangalore, Karnataka. The university is ranked 4th among new universities by Karnataka Rating Framework (KSURF) and top ranked in International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC) India Regional Finals. DSU has also received the “Best Private University South Award” by ASSOCHAM. It offers an array of courses at the UG and PG level in Technology, Pharmacy, Management, Computer Applications, Sciences, Arts, Physiotherapy. DSU also offers a PhD at the Research level. Admission to the university is offered through entrance exams or based on merit obtained in the qualifying exam. The University has six schools under its umbrella which are as follows:

  • School of Medical Education & Research
  • School of Engineering
  • School of Commerce and Management
  • School of Basic and Applied Sciences
  • School of Health Sciences
  • School of Arts and Humanities. 
  • School of Law

Dayananda Sagar University Highlights

Established I University Type 2014 I Private
Recognized by UGC 
Courses Offered UG, PG, Ph.D.
Admission Criteria Merit-based & Entrance-based
Entrance Exam DSU-MAT/ CET/ COMED-K/PGCET/MAT/CAT/GATE + PI Round
Application Mode Online
Top Recruiters Mindtree, Larsen & Toubro, Accenture, DXC Technology
Facilities Available Hostel, Library, Transport
Official Website https://www.dsu.edu.in/

Dayananda Sagar University Important Dates

Event Dates
PhD
Last Date to Apply Feb 20, 2023

Dayananda Sagar University Rankings

Ranked 41 in All India Private B-School
Ranked 17 in B-School in South India
Ranked 13th as Best emerging University in India

  • In 2019, DSU was top-ranked in International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC) India Regional Finals at Kolkata
  • In 2019, DSU was ranked 4th among the new universities by Karnataka Rating Framework (KSURF)

DSU Courses 

Courses Specializations Details
B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering Duration: 4 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 with 45% marks
Selection Criteria: CET/COMEDK
Computer Science & Engineering (Data Sciences)
Computer Science & Engineering (Cyber Security)
Computer Science & Engineering (Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning)
Electronics & Communication
Mechanical Engineering
Computer Science & Technology
Aerospace Engineering
BCA - Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 with 45% marks
 
B.Sc Biotechnology, Biochemistry and Genetics Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 with 45% marks
Selection Criteria: Merit-based
Biotechnology, Chemistry and Microbiology
Microbiology, Genetics and Biochemistry
Nursing Duration: 4 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 with PCB and English with 45% marks
Selection Criteria: Merit-based
Post Basic Nursing Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 in Science stream with 45%
Selection Criteria: Merit-based
BBA Regular

Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 with 50% marks
Banking, Financial Services and Insurance
B.Com Integrated Association of Chartered Certified Accountants Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 with Business Studies & Accountancy and 50% marks
Integrated Certified Management Accountant
Finance and Accountancy
B.Pharm -

Duration: 4 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 with 40% marks
Selection Criteria: Merit-based
B.A. LL.B (Hons.) - Duration: 5 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 with 45% marks
B.B.A. LL.B (Hons.) -
Pharm D - Duration: 6 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and English with Mathematics/Biology as optional subjects
Selection Criteria: Merit-based
B.A Journalism Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: 10+2 with 45% marks
Selection Criteria: Merit-based
BPT - Duration: 4 Years + 6 months internship
Eligibility: 10+2 with PCB and English with 40% marks
Selection Criteria: Merit-based
LL.B - Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: Bachelor's degree with 45% marks
M.Pharm Pharmacology & Pharmaceutics Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: B.Pharm with 50% marks
Selection Criteria: Merit-based
MBA - Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks
Selection Criteria: DSU-MAT
M.Sc Biochemistry Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: B.Sc in relevant subjects
Selection Criteria: Merit-based
Biotechnology
Microbiology
Human Genetics
Nursing Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: B.Sc/PC BS.C/PB B.Sc with 55% aggregate and at least one year experience
Selection Criteria: Merit-based
M.Tech Computer Science & Engineering (Big Data/Internet of Things) Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: B.Tech in relevant subjects
Selection Criteria: GATE/ PGCET
Computer Science & Engineering (Cloud Computing)
Computer Science & Engineering (Embedded System)
Computer Science & Engineering (Design Engineering)
MPT - Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: BPT with 50% marks and completed internship
Selection Criteria: Merit-based
PhD Computer Science & Engineering Duration: 3-4 years
Eligibility: Master’s Degree with 55% or M.Phil
Selection: Entrance test and Interview
Electronics & Communication Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Management
Physics
Chemistry
Mathematics
Biological Sciences
Pharmaceutical Sciences

Read More: DSU Courses & Fees

Dayananda Sagar University offers admission to candidates on the basis of merit or an entrance examination.

How to apply?

  • The applicant has to go to the University’s official website 
  • Fill in the required details
  • Submit scanned documents
  • Then click on submit 
  • Pay the application fee via Online Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card

Documents Required

  • Passport size photo
  • Scanned mark sheets
  • Migration certificate
  • Anti-ragging certificate
  • Transfer Certificate
  • Character Certificate

Dayananda Sagar University Placements

The university provides many great recruitment opportunities to its students. The top recruiters are TATA, Cognizant, Microsoft, L&T Construction, Dell, Infosys, Cisco and many more. In its most recent on-campus placement drive, 245 students received placement offers from top companies.

The statistics for 2020-2021 are given below:

Highest Salary offered INR 12 LPA
Average salary offered INR 5.7 LPA
Minimum salary offered INR 4 LPA

Read More: DSU Placements

Dayananda Sagar University Facilities

  • Hostel: The institute offers hostel facilities to both girls and boys. 
  • Library: It has a library with a vast collection of books, CDs, DVDs, periodicals etc. 
  • Transport: The university offers pick-up and drop facilities to students living in the bus route. 

Dayananda Sagar University Faculty

DSU has a  faculty that consists of well-trained and highly qualified teachers and lecturers who emphasize on both study and overall development of the students. The faculty members hold the following positions:

  • PhD Professors: 12+
  • Practice Professors: 50+

Dayananda Sagar University FAQs

Ques. Is Dayananda Sagar University good for B.Tech?

Ans. Apart from offering B.Tech in various specializations, the university has a well-qualified faculty, great facilities and an affordable fee. 

Ques. Does Dayananda Sagar University offer any scholarships?

Ans. The university provides various scholarship programs to needy and meritorious students. It also offers a reduced fee structure for Government quota candidates. Apart from them students can also apply for fee concessions during admission.

Ques. What is the fee structure for BCA at DSU?

Ans. The fee structure is as follows:

BCA Fee Structure 
1st Installment 2nd Installment  Total
66,250 64,300 1,30,550

Ques. Does Dayananda Sagar University have a good faculty?

Ans. The university has a faculty that consists of well-trained and highly qualified teachers and lecturers who emphasize both study and overall development of the students. 

Ques. Why should I join Dayananda Sagar University?

Ans. 

  • Carefully curated courses and specializations that make the student employable in an increasingly technology driven world
  • Faculties from Industry and with extremely good educational experience from institutions like IITs/IIMs / NIT/ MIT / SDA- Bocconi / University of Illinois / Swiss Business School
  • Ongoing Industry Preparedness Program initiated from Semester 1 to assist in placement
  • Eight Specializations: Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management, IT & Systems, Finance, Marketing, HR, Entrepreneurship Option to choose dual specialization
  • Value-added skill courses from international universities
  • Focussed Placement Program
  • International Cultural Awareness Training with a trip to a foreign country
  • Focus on life skill training with our program: Project Roshni, where students are holistically developed