Dayananda Sagar University

Description

Dayananda Sagar University (DSU), Bangalore is a new private university established in 2014. The common vision for DSU was to impart first-rate quality education; research and innovation. It has a legacy of being one of the best institutes, Dayananda Sagar Institutions (DSI), which has stood as a pillar of quality education for over five decades in India. DSU provides a multidisciplinary environment on campus with undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral studies offered in a variety of fields such as engineering, management, health sciences, arts, and so much more. The excellent state-of-the-art integrated curriculum and widespread commitment to its graduating classes place the university at the very forefront of preparedness for the industry with the most current knowledge and skills.

Research and innovation are other strong pillars at DSU. State-of-the-art laboratories complemented by dedicated research centers have made the university a pioneer in research activities in artificial intelligence, robotics, biotechnology, as well as in health care areas. Distinguishing students' faculty and industry professionals ensured a celebration of collaboration at DSU through industry applications of research outcome: Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Cell (IEDC) mentors and facilitates talents toward being budding entrepreneurs with the right mentoring and resources to move from idea/startup to a successful business entity.

However, the foundations of the university, buoyed on industry contacts, are perhaps far more tangibly relevant to student careers. Revamping syllabus regularly according to needs of the market and providing tie-ups with top organizations for internships, live projects, and placements earns the university brownie points among students. Active placement cell, legacy at DSU of placing students in the most renowned companies across the various sectors, be it IT, healthcare, finance, consulting, etc.

Rankings

Dayananda Sagar University has consistently secured competitive rankings:

• 2023: Ranked among the top 100 engineering institutions by NIRF and top 50 overall universities by Outlook India.

• 2022: Featured in the top 75 for management programs by India Today and top 150 young universities by Times Higher Education​

Admissions

Admissions to DSU are based on merit or entrance exams:

• Engineering: JEE Main, COMEDK UGET, or DSAT.

• Management: CAT, MAT, KMAT, or PGCET.

• Health Sciences & Other Programs: Qualifying exam scores and DSAT.

Application forms are available on the university's official website. Key dates for admissions include the entrance exam in May and the start of classes in August​

Placement

Dayananda Sagar University has a strong placement record with over 90% of students placed annually:

• Median Package: ₹4.5 LPA

• Highest Package: ₹28 LPA

• Top Recruiters: Infosys, Accenture, Bosch, Amazon, Microsoft, and Oracle. The university also emphasizes employability training, preparing students for competitive roles​

Fees and Scholarships

• Undergraduate Programs: ₹3.92 - ₹6.14 Lakhs (varies by program).

• Postgraduate Programs: ₹2.82 - ₹6.14 Lakhs.

• Scholarships: Merit-based, need-based, and special category scholarships (e.g., sports, women empowerment) are available, offering tuition waivers up to 100%​

Hostel Facilities

The campus provides separate hostels for boys and girls, equipped with Wi-Fi, recreational areas, and mess facilities. The hostels are well-maintained, providing a secure and comfortable environment conducive to academic pursuits​

Amenities

• placement