The admission process for K.J. Somaiya College of Engineering, under DTE's supervision, was completed smoothly in August 2016, utilizing the MHCET exam scored out of 200 marks. Students applied via the MAHADBT website, listing college preferences and submitting necessary documents. Admission involved three rounds based on CET scores and 12th-grade percentages. The college boasts a well-qualified faculty, with a 1:60 faculty-to-student ratio in IT and Computer departments. The annual fee for general category students ranges from Rs 1.5 to 1.9 lakhs, slightly higher than other Mumbai University colleges.
Scholarships and reduced fees are available for lower-income groups and reserved categories. The college has an impressive placement record, with nearly 100% placement for Computer and IT branches. Around 75+ companies visit annually, offering packages up to 58 LPA for international positions and 25 LPA domestically. The average salary for Computer and IT branches is 11-13 LPA, while Mechanical averages 4 LPA and Etrx/Extc 3 LPA. In 2020-2021, 64 companies made 508 offers for 421 students, with Microsoft offering the highest domestic package of 40 LPA.
The placement process begins in the 7th semester with a dedicated placement cell, and internships are abundant, offering stipends up to Rs. 50,000 per month. Scholarships such as the TFWS Scheme and JRD Tata Scholarship are available, with the Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Scholarship covering 50% of tuition fees for families with incomes below 8 lakhs. However, high and annually increasing fees, with the total four-year fee potentially reaching 20 lakhs, have been criticized.
The average annual tuition is approximately 1.75 lakh, excluding hostel charges, with an 8% yearly increment. Scholarships can reduce fees by 45%, and specific structures exist for different categories, offering significant reductions for OBC, EBC, SC/ST, and VJ/NT/TFWS students.
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