Vidya Pratishthan’s Kamalnayan Bajaj Institute of Engineering and Technology, Baramati, admits students to B.E. and M.E. programmes through the DTE Maharashtra CAP process. B.E. applicants need MHT-CET or JEE Main scores, while M.E. selection uses GATE or MHT-CET PG scores. The total B.E. fee is INR 4,80,000, and the M.E. fee ranges from INR 91,000 to INR 1,02,000.

The institute is autonomous and affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University. Admission options include seven B.E. branches, Direct Second Year B.E., three M.E. specialisations, and Ph.D. programmes in Mechanical and Civil Engineering.

  • DTE Maharashtra fills B.E. seats through 4 CAP rounds. Any Institute-Level seats left after CAP are filled through applications submitted directly to the college.
  • Direct Second Year B.E. is available to eligible diploma holders and B.Sc. graduates who studied PCM. Applicants need at least 45% aggregate, and selection follows ACAP merit without a separate entrance test.
  • Maharashtra Government reservation rules apply to SC, ST, OBC, NT, SBC, EWS, and PwD applicants. Reserved category candidates need 45% aggregate for B.E. eligibility.
  • As an autonomous institute under SPPU, VPKBIET manages its curriculum and examinations internally.
  • Ph.D. applicants must qualify through SPPU PET or receive an exemption based on NET or GATE. Seats are limited, so applicants should contact the college to confirm availability.

VPKBIET admission portal: vpkbiet.org/admissions.php

Unfilled seats may become available under the Institute-Level quota after all CAP rounds. Applicants seeking these seats must apply directly to VPKBIET and contact the admission office through vpkbiet.org/admissions.php for availability and instructions.

VPKBIET B.E. Admission 2026

The First Year B.E. intake at VPKBIET is 900 seats across seven branches. AI and Data Science has 300 seats, Computer Engineering has 240 seats, Information Technology has 120 seats, and E&TC, Mechanical, Civil, and Electrical Engineering have 60 seats each. DTE Maharashtra manages admission through CAP. Direct Second Year admission for diploma and eligible B.Sc. graduates provides a further 60 seats per branch.

VPKBIET B.E. Eligibility Criteria 2026

Entry Route Eligibility Entrance Exam
B.E. First Year, General Category Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics and at least 50% aggregate MHT-CET or JEE Main
B.E. First Year, Reserved Category Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics and at least 45% aggregate MHT-CET or JEE Main
B.E. Direct Second Year A diploma in the relevant branch or a B.Sc. degree with PCM and at least 45% aggregate ACAP merit, with no separate entrance examination

Where the official syllabus allows it, Chemistry or Biotechnology may replace Physics or Mathematics in the qualifying subject combination. Before registering, students must confirm the accepted combination on the DTE Maharashtra CAP portal.

VPKBIET B.E. Selection Process 2026

DTE Maharashtra prepares the First Year merit list mainly from the MHT-CET PCM percentile. A normalised JEE Main percentile may be used where applicable. Applicants submit their college and branch choices online, and each seat is assigned according to merit and preference through 4 CAP rounds. VPKBIET does not conduct an interview or group discussion for B.E. selection.

  • MHT-CET applicants receive a state merit position based on their PCM percentile.
  • Applicants who took JEE Main but not MHT-CET may be considered through the separate JEE Main merit list, subject to DTE Maharashtra rules.
  • For Direct Second Year admission, ACAP merit is prepared from the aggregate percentage in the diploma or B.Sc. degree.
  • Institute-Level seats may be offered after CAP ends, and applications for these seats go directly to the VPKBIET admission office.

How to Apply for B.E. at VPKBIET?

  1. Take MHT-CET in the PCM group or JEE Main.
  2. Create an application on cetcell.mahacet.org for the DTE Maharashtra CAP process.
  3. Upload the required certificates and complete E-Scrutiny through the notified online mode or Facilitation Centre.
  4. Review the provisional merit list and submit a grievance within the official window if any detail is incorrect.
  5. After publication of the final merit list, enter VPKBIET and the preferred engineering branches in the online choice form.
  6. Check the allotted seat, accept it, and report to VPKBIET within the specified reporting period.
  7. Join later CAP rounds when seeking an upgrade or when no seat was allotted in an earlier round.
  8. Once CAP is complete, enquire about Institute-Level seats through vpkbiet.org/admissions.php.

E-Scrutiny is compulsory for inclusion in the merit list and subsequent seat allotment. Applicants must finish verification in the mode and within the period notified by DTE Maharashtra.

The total fee for the four-year B.E. programme is INR 4,80,000. Direct Second Year students complete the programme in three years, with a total fee of INR 3,18,000.

Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

VPKBIET M.E. Admission 2026

VPKBIET offers three M.E. specialisations with 18 seats each: AI and Data Science, Robotics and Automation, and Structural Engineering. DTE Maharashtra conducts selection through the ME CAP system using GATE or MHT-CET PG, also called ME-CET.

VPKBIET M.E. Eligibility Criteria 2026

Category Eligibility Entrance Exam
General or Open B.E. or B.Tech in a relevant branch with at least 50% aggregate GATE or MHT-CET PG (ME-CET)
SC or ST B.E. or B.Tech in a relevant branch with at least 45% aggregate GATE or MHT-CET PG (ME-CET)

DTE Maharashtra’s branch eligibility matrix decides which B.E. or B.Tech disciplines qualify for each M.E. specialisation. Students should check this matrix before choosing a programme.

VPKBIET M.E. Selection Process 2026

Admission depends on the merit list prepared through ME CAP. A valid GATE score is the main basis for ranking, while the MHT-CET PG percentile provides another route for students without GATE. VPKBIET does not hold its own written examination or interview for M.E. admission.

  • For the GATE route, the candidate’s score decides the ME CAP merit position. In many branches, GATE-qualified applicants receive preference over MHT-CET PG applicants.
  • ME-CET percentile is considered when GATE is not applicable or the applicant does not have a GATE score.
  • Applicants select VPKBIET and their preferred specialisation through online choice filling on the ME CAP portal.
  • Any Institute-Level seats remaining after ME CAP may be filled through direct applications to VPKBIET.

How to Apply for M.E. at VPKBIET?

  1. Obtain a valid GATE or MHT-CET PG score.
  2. Complete registration on the DTE Maharashtra ME CAP portal during the notified application period.
  3. Upload the prescribed records and finish document verification.
  4. Add VPKBIET and the chosen M.E. specialisation to the online preference form.
  5. Accept the allotment and report to the institute within the official reporting window.
  6. After ME CAP rounds end, contact the VPKBIET admission office through vpkbiet.org/admissions.php about Institute-Level seats.

Depending on the specialisation, the total two-year M.E. fee is between INR 91,000 and INR 1,02,000.

Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

VPKBIET Ph.D. Admission 2026

Under Savitribai Phule Pune University, VPKBIET runs Ph.D. programmes in Mechanical Engineering and Civil Engineering. Seats are limited, and applicants must ask the institute about current availability and the relevant application schedule.

  • Applicants need an M.E., M.Tech, or equivalent postgraduate qualification in Mechanical or Civil Engineering with at least 55% aggregate.
  • Admission requires SPPU PET unless the applicant qualifies for an exemption through NET or GATE under SPPU Ph.D. rules.
  • Students should follow the SPPU Ph.D. notification and use vpkbiet.org/admissions.php for institute-level admission guidance.

VPKBIET Scholarships 2026

Government and private scholarship schemes are available to eligible VPKBIET students. Government applications are generally made through the MAHA DBT Portal and require the applicable caste and income documents.

Scholarship Eligibility Benefit
EBC Scholarship, Maharashtra General or Open category students whose family income is below the prescribed limit Up to 50% of tuition fees
Maharashtra Government Freeship Students from VJNT, OBC, NT, and SBC categories Full tuition fee waiver
Chhatrapati Rajashri Shahu Maharaj Yojana OBC category students Benefit according to government rules
Punjabrao Deshmukh Bhatta Yojana Reserved category students living in hostels Hostel allowance
Cummins Scholarship Meritorious students and women candidates Benefit according to the Cummins scheme
Reliance Foundation Scholarship Merit-based eligibility Benefit according to Reliance Foundation rules
Lila Poonawalla Scholarship Women candidates Benefit according to Lila Poonawalla Foundation rules
Earn-and-Learn Programme All enrolled students Paid part-time work on the campus

Students receiving government support must renew their applications on the MAHA DBT Portal each academic year within the prescribed period. Cummins, Reliance Foundation, and Lila Poonawalla scholarships follow separate application cycles, and students must apply through the respective official portals.

VPKBIET Admission FAQs

Ques. How does VPKBIET select students for First Year B.E.?

Ans. DTE Maharashtra handles B.E. admission through CAP. Students register online, complete document verification, enter their college and branch choices, and receive allotments according to entrance merit and preference over 4 CAP rounds. A valid MHT-CET or JEE Main score is required.

Ques. Where can students confirm the current B.E. CAP deadlines?

Ans. Applicants should check cetcell.mahacet.org for the active registration and E-Scrutiny schedule. Both registration and document verification must be completed within the periods announced by DTE Maharashtra.

Ques. Does VPKBIET consider JEE Main scores for B.E. admission?

Ans. Yes. The primary route is MHT-CET in the PCM group, but JEE Main applicants may also enter CAP through the separate merit list prepared under DTE Maharashtra rules.

Ques. Who can apply for Direct Second Year B.E. at VPKBIET?

Ans. A candidate needs either an engineering diploma in the relevant branch or a B.Sc. degree with PCM. The minimum required aggregate is 45%. ACAP selection uses qualifying examination merit, and no separate entrance test is held.

Ques. Which entrance scores are used for VPKBIET M.E. selection?

Ans. ME CAP accepts GATE and MHT-CET PG, also known as ME-CET. GATE is the preferred merit route and commonly receives greater priority, while ME-CET provides an option for applicants without a GATE score.

Ques. What is the branch-wise intake for the VPKBIET B.E. programme?

Ans. The total First Year intake is 900 seats in seven branches. AI and Data Science leads with 300 seats, followed by Computer Engineering with 240 seats. Information Technology has 120 seats, while E&TC, Mechanical, Civil, and Electrical Engineering have 60 seats each.

Ques. Are seats available directly from VPKBIET after CAP?

Ans. Regular allotment takes place through CAP. After all 4 rounds finish, the institute may offer remaining seats under the Institute-Level quota. Students can then apply directly to VPKBIET. JEE Main also serves as an alternative entrance route within CAP.

Ques. Which financial support schemes can VPKBIET students use?

Ans. Options include the Maharashtra Government Freeship for VJNT, OBC, NT, and SBC students, the EBC Scholarship covering up to 50% of tuition fees for eligible General category students, and merit or women-focused schemes from Cummins, Reliance Foundation, and Lila Poonawalla. Government applications are submitted through the MAHA DBT Portal.

Ques. How much does the VPKBIET B.E. programme cost?

Ans. The total fee for the four-year B.E. course is INR 4,80,000. Direct Second Year students pay a total of INR 3,18,000 for three years. These amounts may be revised, so students should confirm them with the college.

Ques. Which records are generally needed for B.E. CAP verification?

Ans. The E-Scrutiny submission normally includes Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets, an MHT-CET or JEE Main scorecard, a Maharashtra domicile certificate, a category certificate where applicable, and a recent photograph. Applicants should use cetcell.mahacet.org to check the complete prescribed list.

Ques. How can a student seek Ph.D. admission at VPKBIET?

Ans. VPKBIET offers Ph.D. study in Mechanical Engineering and Civil Engineering through SPPU. Applicants need a relevant postgraduate degree and must clear SPPU PET unless they receive a NET or GATE exemption. Because intake is limited, they should follow official SPPU and VPKBIET notices and confirm seat availability with the institute.