About
OfficialDayananda Sagar University is a Bengaluru-based university created by a 2014 Karnataka State Act, operating under the Dayananda Sagar Institutions.
- Created by an Act of the Karnataka State in 2014
- Courses began in academic year 2015–16
- Operates under the Mahatma Gandhi Vidya Peetha Trust
- Main campus at Devarakaggalahalli, Kanakapura Road, Bengaluru
- Research and incubation spread over 25,000 sq ft of labs
About
Dayananda Sagar University was created by an Act of the Karnataka State in 2014. The institutions operate under the aegis of the Mahatma Gandhi Vidya Peetha Trust in Bengaluru.
Vision and Mission
The university's vision is to be a centre of excellence in education, research and training, innovation and entrepreneurship, and to produce citizens with exceptional leadership qualities to serve national and global needs. Its mission is to achieve these objectives in an environment that enhances creativity, innovation and scholarly pursuits.
Academics and Research
Beginning in academic year 2015–16, the university offered courses in Engineering, Computer Applications, Sciences, Arts and Management at Bachelors, Masters and Ph.D levels. Research, Innovation and Incubation form the core of the university, supported by 25,000 sq ft of industry-quality labs. Research projects cover areas such as Data Mining, Cloud Computing, Machine Learning, Signal Processing, Nano Materials and Devices, Thin Films, and Composites design. The DSU Entrepreneurship Research & Business Incubation Foundation was established at the university with support from the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India.
Campus and Facilities
The main campus is located at Devarakaggalahalli, Harohalli, Kanakapura Road, Bengaluru South. The City Innovation Campus is at Kudlu Gate, Hosur Road, Bengaluru. Dayananda Sagar Institutions have a dedicated 4 lakh square feet of modern ready-to-move-in infrastructure. Facilities listed include a library, digital library and e-books access, and residences with hostel, mess halls, cafeteria, WiFi, study rooms and free parking.
Admissions
Admission routes include the DSAT (Dayananda Sagar Scholarship Admission Test), COMEDK for B.Tech, and PGCET for M.Tech and MBA. B.A.LL.B admission is available through CLAT or DSAT. Listed undergraduate programs include B.Tech, B.Sc Nursing, B.Pharm, BCA, BPT, BBA, BA JMC and B.Com.
Quick stats
Courses offered
75
Avg placements
₹6.2 lakh / yr
Total intake
Not yet verified
Hostel
Yes
Data last verified October 2026 · compiled from official sources