AVCOE M.Tech Computer Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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Amrutvahini College of Engineering (AVCOE), Sangamner offers a 2-year full-time Master of Technology (M.Tech) in Computer Engineering under its newly granted Autonomous Institute status (from 2026-27), affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU). The M.Tech programme follows the 2026 course pattern, replacing the earlier ME (Computer Engineering) programme. The department was established in 1986 and has been NBA-accredited four times. The programme is offered in on-campus mode with a seat intake of 6 students (revised from the earlier 18-seat ME intake). The annual fee for the first year is Rs. 93,905 for all categories (as per FRA-approved fee structure 2026-27), making the total 2-year fee approximately Rs. 1,70,260. Admission is through GATE scores, with the primary exam being GATE (CS - Computer Science and Information Technology). The programme is well-suited for students seeking advanced specialisation in Cloud Computing, Machine Learning, Data Mining, Network Security, and related areas, and is ideal for those aiming for research, faculty positions, or senior technical roles in the IT industry.

Admissions for the 2027-28 academic year are upcoming. Based on the 2026-27 cycle, M.Tech admissions at AVCOE are conducted through the Maharashtra CAP process for PG Engineering. The 2026-27 admission form submission was open from August 1 to September 1, 2026, with the provisional merit list displayed on September 5, 2026, and the admission round on September 8, 2026. For 2027-28, a similar timeline is expected. GATE 2027 (CS) results were declared on March 19, 2027, and students with valid GATE scores can apply for M.Tech admissions when the CAP process opens.

Key Points

The M.Tech Computer Engineering programme at AVCOE follows the new 2026 course pattern under AVCOE's Autonomous Institute status, allowing the college to design its own curriculum under SPPU affiliation.
The Computer Engineering department was established in 1986 and has been NBA-accredited four times, with a strong track record in research, industry collaboration, and student achievements.
The department has a PhD research centre approved by SPPU from the academic year 2026-27, enabling faculty and students to pursue doctoral research.
Industry collaborations include ESDS Software (Cloud Computing Centre of Excellence), NVIDIA GPU Teaching Centre, Sumago, NetLeap, Cognifront, Red Hat Academy, and NPTEL Local Chapter.
The department has won the Smart India Hackathon (SIH) Grand Finale five consecutive times, with Team Graviton winning Rs. 1,50,000 in SIH 2026.
GATE-qualified students may also be eligible for GATE scholarship (MHRD stipend) of Rs. 12,400 per month if admitted through GATE score.
The programme covers advanced topics in Cloud Computing, Machine Learning, Data Mining, Network Security, Big Data, and Artificial Intelligence.

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AVCOE M.Tech Fees

The M.Tech Computer Engineering programme at AVCOE follows fees approved by the Fees Regulating Authority (FRA), Maharashtra State. The first-year fee is Rs. 93,905 for all categories, covering tuition, development, university, insurance, and eligibility fees. The total 2-year fee is approximately Rs. 1,70,260. Unlike UG programmes, there is no category-wise fee concession for M.Tech programmes as per the FRA structure; the fee is uniform for all categories.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	M.Tech First Year (2026-27)	M.Tech Second Year (2025-26)
Tuition Fees	Rs. 78,696	Rs. 63,913
Development Fees	Rs. 11,804	Rs. 9,587
University Fees	Rs. 2,455	Rs. 2,455
Insurance	Rs. 300	Rs. 300
Registration/Eligibility Fees	Rs. 650	Rs. 100
Total Fees (All Categories)	Rs. 93,905	Rs. 76,355
Total 2-Year Fees		Rs. 1,70,260

The M.Tech fee structure is uniform for all categories (no category-wise concession as per FRA for PG programmes).
GATE-qualified students admitted through CAP may be eligible for MHRD/AICTE stipend of Rs. 12,400 per month (subject to government norms and availability).
Hostel fees are Rs. 30,000 per student per year (optional, not mandatory).
Fees are subject to revision by FRA each academic year.

AVCOE M.Tech Admission 2027

Admissions to M.Tech Computer Engineering at AVCOE are conducted through the Maharashtra CAP (Centralized Admission Process) for PG Engineering, managed by the CET Cell, Maharashtra. The process is based on GATE (CS) scores, with merit ranking followed by online registration, document verification, option form filling, and seat allotment through CAP rounds. Based on the 2026-27 cycle, the 2027-28 admission schedule is expected to follow a similar timeline.

Important Dates

Event	Date (2026-27 Cycle / Tentative for 2027-28)
GATE 2027 (CS) Application Start	August 28, 2026
GATE 2027 (CS) Application End	October 13, 2026
GATE 2027 (CS) Admit Card	January 13, 2027
GATE 2027 (CS) Exam	February 7, 8, 14, 15, 2027
GATE 2027 (CS) Answer Key	February 19, 2027
GATE 2027 (CS) Result	March 19, 2027
M.Tech CAP Registration & Application (Tentative)	August 2027
Provisional Merit List Display (Tentative)	Early September 2027
Final Merit List Display (Tentative)	Mid-September 2027
Admission Round (Tentative)	Mid-September 2027
Batch Commencement (Tentative)	September - October 2027

Exam	Paper	Exam Date	Result Date
GATE 2027	CS - Computer Science and IT	February 7, 8, 14, 15, 2027	March 19, 2027

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Passed Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or relevant field from an AICTE/Central/State Government approved institution.
Minimum 50% marks in the qualifying degree (45% for candidates from Backward Class categories and Persons with Disability belonging to Maharashtra State only).
Valid GATE score in CS (Computer Science and Information Technology) paper.

Admission Process:

Appear in GATE 2027 (CS paper) and obtain a valid score.
Register on the Maharashtra CET Cell portal for M.Tech CAP when the process opens (typically August-September).
Upload required documents including GATE scorecard, degree marksheets, domicile certificate, and category certificates (if applicable).
Complete e-Scrutiny or physical verification at a Facilitation Centre.
Check provisional and final merit lists.
Fill option form with preferred colleges and courses during CAP Round I.
Accept allotted seat and report to AVCOE with original documents and fee payment.
Participate in subsequent CAP rounds or institutional quota rounds if seat not allotted in Round I.

AVCOE M.Tech Scholarships 2027

Students admitted to M.Tech Computer Engineering at AVCOE are eligible for GATE-based stipend and government scholarships. GATE-qualified students admitted through the CAP process may receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 12,400 from MHRD/AICTE, subject to government norms. Maharashtra government scholarships are also available for SC/ST, OBC, EBC, SEBC, NT, SBC, and EWS category students for PG programmes.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Stipend	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit	Remarks
GATE Scholarship (MHRD Stipend)	GATE-qualified students admitted through CAP	Rs. 12,400 per month	Subject to government norms and availability
Government Freeship (SC/ST)	SC/ST students	Tuition fee waiver	Applied via MahaDBT portal
OBC/SEBC/NT/SBC Post-Matric Scholarship	OBC/SEBC/NT/SBC students with valid NCL	Fee concession as per government norms	Applied via MahaDBT portal
EBC Freeship	EBC students (family income < Rs. 8 lakh)	Fee waiver	Applied via MahaDBT portal
AICTE Saksham Scholarship	Differently-abled students	Rs. 50,000 per year	Apply via AICTE portal

GATE stipend eligibility is subject to AICTE/MHRD norms and may require the student to be admitted through GATE score in the CAP process.
Government scholarships (MahaDBT) require valid caste certificate, caste validity certificate, and Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate where applicable.
Students are advised to apply for scholarships early as deadlines are strict.

AVCOE M.Tech FAQs

Ques. What is the difference between the new M.Tech Computer Engineering (2026 pattern) and the earlier ME Computer Engineering at AVCOE?

Ans. The M.Tech Computer Engineering (2026 pattern) is offered under AVCOE's newly granted Autonomous Institute status from 2026-27, allowing the college to design its own curriculum. The earlier ME Computer Engineering followed the SPPU-prescribed curriculum. The M.Tech programme has a revised intake of 6 seats (compared to 18 for ME), and the curriculum is updated to include the latest industry-relevant topics. The admission process through GATE and Maharashtra CAP remains the same.

Ques. What industry collaborations does the AVCOE Computer Engineering department have for M.Tech students?

Ans. The department has tie-ups with ESDS Software Pvt. Ltd. (Cloud Computing Centre of Excellence), NVIDIA GPU Teaching Centre (for parallel computing and IoT), Sumago, NetLeap, Cognifront, and Manasvi for internships. The Red Hat Academy and NPTEL Local Chapter provide additional learning resources. M.Tech students benefit from these collaborations through access to advanced infrastructure, industry-guided projects, and internship opportunities.

Ques. Does AVCOE Computer Engineering department have a PhD research centre?

Ans. Yes, the PhD Computer Engineering programme was approved by SPPU from the academic year 2026-27. M.Tech graduates from AVCOE can apply for PhD admission at AVCOE or other SPPU-affiliated institutions. The department has active research in Cloud Computing, Machine Learning, Data Mining, Network Security, and Big Data, with multiple faculty members holding PhDs and publishing in international journals and conferences.

Ques. What are the career opportunities after M.Tech Computer Engineering from AVCOE?

Ans. M.Tech Computer Engineering graduates can pursue senior software engineering roles, research positions, faculty positions in engineering colleges, or PhD programmes. The advanced curriculum in Cloud Computing, Machine Learning, Data Mining, and Network Security prepares students for specialised technical roles. Many M.Tech graduates also appear for GATE again for PhD admissions at IITs/NITs or apply for research positions in organisations like CDAC, DRDO, and ISRO.

Ques. What is the GATE stipend and who is eligible for it at AVCOE?

Ans. GATE-qualified students admitted to M.Tech programmes through the CAP process are eligible for a monthly stipend of Rs. 12,400 from MHRD/AICTE. This stipend is available for the duration of the M.Tech programme (2 years), subject to satisfactory academic performance and government norms. Students should confirm eligibility and disbursement procedures with the AVCOE accounts/administration office at the time of admission.

Ques. What is the intake for M.Tech Computer Engineering at AVCOE and how competitive is admission?

Ans. The M.Tech Computer Engineering programme at AVCOE has an intake of 6 students under the 2026 autonomous pattern. Admission is based on GATE (CS) score merit through the Maharashtra CAP process. Given the very small intake, students with higher GATE scores have a significantly better chance of securing admission. Students should also consider applying to multiple colleges during the CAP option form filling process to maximise their chances.

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