P.A. College of Engineering

What P.A. College of Engineering does

P.A. College of Engineering (PACE) is a private engineering institution located on a 65+ acre green campus in Mangalore (Nadupadav, Montepadav Post), Karnataka, India. Operating under the P.A. Educational Trust (founded 1999), the college was established in 2000 with an initial intake of 240 students across four engineering disciplines and has grown to a current enrollment of 1,200+ students. The college is affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), approved by AICTE, recognized by the Government of Karnataka as a minority institution, and certified under ISO 9001-2008. It is part of the broader PACE Group, which manages 11 educational institutions serving 20,000+ students from 25 nationalities.

The college's core product is undergraduate engineering education across seven B.E. programs—Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (established 2021), Computer Science & Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering (IoT and Cyber Security including Blockchain Technology), Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Civil, and Biotechnology—plus a postgraduate MBA program with triple specialization (Finance, Marketing, HR) and Ph.D./M.Sc. (Engg.) by Research programs across seven VTU-recognized research centers. Supporting technical infrastructure includes an ERP system, Virtual Lab partnerships, YouTube-based faculty platforms (notably EC Academy with 100,000+ subscribers), specialized R&D laboratories for AI/ML, IoT, Cyber Security, Blockchain, Data Science, and VLSI design, and an innovation stack comprising PACEx, the Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC), and an Institution Innovation Council (IIC) with 3-star ranking.

The business model is tuition-driven with three admission channels mandated by Karnataka state policy: CET (40% seats) at government-regulated fees, KRLMPCA quota (30%) for minority candidates, and Management/NRI quota (30%) at higher discretionary fees. Ancillary fees (lab/stationery, training & placement, internet, sports, etc.) add approximately Rs 14,280 per student annually, plus Rs 5,720 in university fees. Customer segments are prospective undergraduate engineering students (primary), MBA aspirants (primary), research scholars (secondary), and lateral-entry diploma holders (secondary). Go-to-market combines institutional accreditation credentials (NAAC A-Grade, NBA accreditations across four departments), placement outcomes with MNCs (Infosys, TCS, IBM, Tech Mahindra, UST Global, Unisys), a 12,000+ alumni network, 300+ research publications, 14 student patents, and a multi-channel digital presence. The entity is privately held by a non-profit trust with no equity funding history.

Name

P.A. College of Engineering

Legal name

P.A. College of Engineering

Website

https://pace.edu.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Short description

P.A. College of Engineering is a private VTU-affiliated engineering college in Mangalore, Karnataka, offering B.E. programs across seven specializations including AI/ML and IoT/Cyber Security, plus MBA and Ph.D./M.Sc. research programs to approximately 1,200 students.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Mangalore

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Engineering Tuition Fees: Revenue from Bachelor of Engineering programs across multiple disciplines including Computer Science, Electronics, Mechanical, Civil, Biotechnology, AI/ML, and IoT/Cyber Security. Intake of 450+ students in engineering courses with fees structured per Karnataka government notifications.
2. MBA Program Fees: Master of Business Administration with 90 intake offering dual specialization in Finance, Marketing, and Human Resource Management. Fees include PGCET (50%) and Management Quota (50%) seats.
3. Research Program Fees: Ph.D. and M.Sc. (Engg.) by Research programs across seven VTU-recognized research centers with over 20 Ph.D. faculty members as research guides.
4. Ancillary Fees: Additional fees including Lab/Stationery (Rs 2,000), Student Welfare (Rs 1,500), College Cultural Activities (Rs 1,000), Maintenance Fee (Rs 1,500), Internet/Wi-Fi (Rs 1,000), Training & Placement (Rs 3,500), Industry/Institute Interaction (Rs 2,500), Library Development (Rs 780), Sports Development Fee (Rs 500), totaling Rs 14,280 plus University fees of Rs 5,720.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

P.A. College of Engineering (PACE) is a private engineering college offering four-year undergraduate Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) programs across seven disciplines including Computer Science, AI/ML, IoT/Cyber Security/Blockchain, Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Civil, and Biotechnology, along with a two-year MBA program and doctoral research (Ph.D./M.Sc. Engg.) programs through seven VTU-recognized research centres. The college provides admissions through CET, KRLMPCA, and Management quotas, supported by 65+ acres of campus infrastructure, specialized R&D labs, and placement services connecting graduates to leading MNCs.

Product overview

P.A. College of Engineering is an educational institution offering undergraduate (B.E.), postgraduate (MBA), and doctoral (Ph.D./M.Sc. Engg.) programs. The institution provides seven B.E. programs including specialized tracks in AI/ML and IoT/Cyber Security/Blockchain, plus traditional engineering disciplines. The MBA offers triple specialization in Finance, Marketing, and HR. Research programs span seven VTU-recognized research centres. Supporting offerings include PACEx (student excellence initiative), PACE-Infosys Campus Connect (industry partnership), and Virtual Lab (remote learning platform).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Artelligence: Student forum/club for AI/ML department activities
• PACEx
• IEEE PACE Student Branch

Products and services

• Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Four-year undergraduate engineering program focusing on AI/ML technologies including Deep Learning, NLP, Computer Vision, Data Science, Big Data, Blockchain, and related fields. Designed for students seeking careers in AI and emerging technologies.
• Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Computer Science & Engineering Four-year undergraduate engineering program with focus on software development, algorithms, data structures, computing systems, and traditional CS disciplines. NBA accredited and one of the flagship departments.
• Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Computer Science & Engineering (IoT and Cyber Security including Blockchain Technology) Specialized four-year CS program focusing on Internet of Things, Cyber Security, and Blockchain technologies. Designed for students targeting careers in next-generation computing and security domains.
• Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Electronics & Communication Engineering Four-year undergraduate program covering signal processing, communication systems, embedded systems, and VLSI design. NBA accredited department with EC Academy YouTube channel (100,000+ subscribers).
• Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Mechanical Engineering Four-year undergraduate program covering thermal engineering, manufacturing, design, materials science, and nanomaterials. NBA accredited; affiliated faculty include Stanford Top 2% cited researchers.
• Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Civil Engineering Four-year undergraduate program covering structural engineering, environmental engineering, and infrastructure design and construction. Designed for careers in construction and infrastructure sectors.
• Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Biotechnology Four-year undergraduate program focusing on biological sciences and their applications in technology, including bioinformatics, genetic engineering, and bioprocess technology. NBA accredited department.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) Two-year postgraduate program with dual specializations in Finance, Marketing, and Human Resource Management. Includes 90 student intake via PGCET (50%) and Management Quota (50%) seats. Designed for graduates pursuing managerial careers.
• Ph.D. and M.Sc. (Engg.) Research Programs Research programs offered through seven VTU-recognized research centres in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Electronics & Communication, Computer Science, Mathematics, and Business Administration. Includes 20+ Ph.D. faculty research guides.

Quantifiable outcome

• NAAC A-grade accreditation achieved in first cycle
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability11 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Mangalore UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 May 2026Joint organizer of International Collaborative Hackathon 2026 with Mangalore University and University of Wales, held on 08 May 2026. Students from P.A. College of Engineering participated and achieved remarkable results at this international platform.
• University of WalescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 May 2026Joint organizer of International Collaborative Hackathon 2026 with Mangalore University and P.A. College of Engineering, held on 08 May 2026. Represents international academic collaboration for student hackathon and innovation activities.
• IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerActive IEEE Student Branch (STB99368) recognized with Excellent Contribution Award by IEEE Mangalore Subsection. IEEE VTS Student Branch secured USD 1,000 international funding. IEEE EMBS Student Chapter received Rising Star Award. Multiple IEEE technical societies active including Computer Society, Computational Intelligence Society, and Women in Engineering (WIE).
• Google Developers Students Club (GDSC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGDSC PACE operating on campus with Ms. Shabnaz (3rd Year CS) selected as GDSC Lead. Google-supported student developer community organizing workshops, technical events, and hackathons.
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAWS powers the Digii100 initiative recognizing P.A. College of Engineering among Top 100 Higher Education Institutions pioneering digital transformation. Cloud infrastructure partnership for digital education initiatives.
• AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerApproved by AICTE, New Delhi. FDPs conducted under ATAL (Awareness, Training, and Learning) initiative. AICTE-recognized activities including AICTA tourist promotion programs. Multiple approvals and extensions of approval obtained.
• Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated to VTU, Belgaum. Seven departments recognized as VTU Research Centres offering Ph.D. and M.Sc. (Engg.) by Research. VTU entrance exam ULRAT required for research admissions. Annual affiliation maintained.
• InfosyscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPACE-Infosys campus connect program established in campus. Pioneer educational venture connecting students with industry standards and practices. Top recruiter for placements.
• Yenepoya School of Engineering and TechnologyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHosted Openloop National Level Hackathon where PACE students secured Second Place at Yenepoya School of Engineering and Technology, Mangalore.
• Tech MahindracoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCampus recruitment and engagement partner with Mr. Keerthi Sagar Naik, Senior Campus Recruitment Manager, conducting industry insight sessions for students on career preparation and skill requirements.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• SRM Institute of Science and Technology: SRM Institute of Science and Technology is a large deemed private university with extensive B.Tech offerings including AI/ML, IoT, Cyber Security and other emerging-tech programs. Comparable to PACE as an India-wide private engineering institution investing in emerging-tech verticals and corporate placement networks.
• BMS College of Engineering: BMS College of Engineering is a top-ranked private engineering college in Bangalore affiliated to VTU, with much larger intake than PACE. Comparable as a Karnataka-region VTU-affiliated private engineering institution; serves as a benchmark for the kind of scale and brand PACE aspires to via Top-100 rankings.
• RV College of Engineering: RV College of Engineering is one of India's top-ranked private engineering colleges in Bangalore (VTU-affiliated), with strong recruiter relationships and large student intake. Comparable to PACE as a Karnataka-region VTU peer; aspirational benchmark for placement quality, NBA accreditation depth, and brand recognition.
• Manipal Institute of Technology: Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT) is a long-established private engineering college under MAHE in Manipal, Karnataka, offering B.E./B.Tech across multiple disciplines including CS, EC, Mechanical, and emerging areas. Closest direct regional peer to PACE — both serve Karnataka-based engineering aspirants with multi-disciplinary intakes and corporate placement tracks.
• PES University: PES University is a Bangalore-based deemed university with large engineering programs across CS, EC, Mechanical, AI/ML and other disciplines. Comparable to PACE as a Karnataka private engineering institution with strong IT-recruiter ties; represents a benchmark for vertical integration (university status) that PACE does not currently have.

Direct peers

• Yenepoya School of Engineering and Technology: Yenepoya School of Engineering and Technology is a Mangalore-based private engineering college offering B.E. programs under VTU affiliation. Direct local peer of PACE — same city, same affiliating university, comparable program mix, and demonstrated overlap through joint hackathon activity.
• Sahyadri College of Engineering & Management: Sahyadri College of Engineering & Management is a VTU-affiliated private engineering college in Mangalore offering B.E. programs in CS, EC, Mechanical, Civil and related disciplines. Highly comparable local competitor to PACE — same city, same affiliating university, overlapping placement pool, and similar management/CET admission mix.
• St. Joseph Engineering College: St. Joseph Engineering College is a VTU-affiliated, Mangalore-based private engineering college with B.E. programs across CS, EC, Mechanical, Civil, and Biotechnology. Direct peer competing with PACE for the same Mangalore-domiciled student pool, same VTU affiliation, and the same Karnataka CET admissions system.
• N.M.A.M. Institute of Technology (Nitte): N.M.A.M. Institute of Technology is a VTU-affiliated private engineering college in Nitte, Karnataka, offering B.E. programs in CS, EC, Mechanical, Civil, Biotechnology, and AI/ML. Direct peer to PACE — same affiliating university (VTU), similar intake size, similar Mangalore-region catchment, and overlapping recruiter base in IT services.

Regional players

• Jain University (Faculty of Engineering): Jain University's Faculty of Engineering & Technology is a Bangalore-based private deemed university offering B.Tech in CS, EC, Mechanical, AI/ML and other disciplines. Comparable as a Karnataka-region private engineering institution with similar program breadth and placement-driven admissions marketing, but operating in Bangalore rather than Mangalore.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/p-a-college-of-engineering-mangalore-84b360224
• Instagraminstagram.com/pacemangalore_official
• Xx.com/pacemangalore

Compliance6 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

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