MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU), officially Dr. Vishwanath Karad MIT World Peace University, is a private engineering-focused university in Kothrud, Pune, Maharashtra. Established in 1983 as Maharashtra Institute of Technology, it was upgraded to full university status in 2017 under the Maharashtra Public Universities Act. MIT-WPU is approved by UGC and AICTE, and holds a NAAC A accreditation.
NIRF Engineering 2025 places MIT-WPU in the 101-150 band. As per Collegedunia Ranking 2025, MIT-WPU ranks 232 out of 500 B.Tech colleges in India and 9th in Pune.
The main campus spans 65 acres in Kothrud, with on-campus hostel capacity for over 3,000 resident students.
MIT-WPU offers engineering programmes at UG, PG, and doctoral levels:
- B.Tech (4 years) - flagship, 14 specialisations including CSE, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security and Forensics, AI and ML, ECE, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Petroleum, and Material Science Engineering
- B.Tech Lateral Entry (3 years) - for diploma holders seeking direct second-year admission
- Diploma + B.Tech (6 years, integrated) - in AI and Data Science, Computer Engineering, AI and ML, Mechanical, and Robotics
- M.Tech (2 years) - 13 specialisations, from Computer Science to Medical Device Innovation
- Ph.D (minimum 3 years) - across eight engineering disciplines
Total B.Tech fees range from INR 12 Lakhs (Civil, Petroleum, Material Science) to INR 16.4 Lakhs (CSE, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security) for the 4-year programme. M.Tech fees start at INR 4.5 Lakhs.
MIT-WPU distributes over INR 50 crores in scholarships annually, with merit-based waivers of up to 100% of tuition fees for top-qualifying candidates.
In the 2024-25 placement season, the highest offer was INR 51.36 LPA and the average stood at INR 7 LPA. 1,903 students secured placements from 2,544 registered, across 730+ recruiting companies.
MIT-WPU Admission Dates 2026
MIT-WPU admissions for the 2026-27 session are currently active across all engineering programmes. B.Tech selection is based on the best score from JEE Main, MHT-CET, or PERA-CET, with a 500-word Statement of Purpose required from all applicants.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| JEE Main Session 2 Result | April 20, 2026 |
| MIT-WPU B.Tech Application Deadline | June 6, 2026 |
| MHT-CET (PCM) Result | June 16, 2026 |
| Merit List and Offer Release | June to July 2026 |
| Reporting and Document Verification | July 2026 |
Doctoral (Ph.D) admissions at MIT-WPU follow a separate schedule. The Ph.D Entrance Test (PET) is scheduled for June 17, 2026, with viva-voce and interviews in June to July 2026. Candidates holding NET, GATE, or GPAT qualifications are directly called for the interview, bypassing the PET.
| Programme | Entrance Exam | Application Deadline | Key Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | JEE Main / MHT-CET / PERA-CET (best score) | June 6, 2026 | Merit list: June to July 2026 |
| B.Tech Lateral Entry | DTE Maharashtra DSE CAP / MIT-WPU direct route | June 5, 2026 | Merit list: June 2026 |
| Diploma + B.Tech | MIT-WPU CET + Personal Interaction | June 5, 2026 | Merit list: June to July 2026 |
| M.Tech | GATE / MIT-WPU CET / PERA-CET + PI | As per MIT-WPU schedule | PI for all shortlisted |
| Ph.D | MIT-WPU PET (or NET / GATE / GPAT) + Interview | April 2026 | PET: June 17, 2026 |
MIT-WPU Courses and Fees
MIT-WPU offers engineering programmes from the diploma-entry level to doctoral research. The B.Tech is the flagship UG degree, offered across 14 specialisations with fees varying by branch. Total programme fees for all levels are listed below.
| Programme | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (CSE / Cloud Computing / Cyber Security and Forensics) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, 45% + JEE Main / MHT-CET | INR 16.4 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (AI and ML / ECE / Mechanical / Robotics / Bioengineering / Chemical) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, 45% + JEE Main / MHT-CET | INR 14.6 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (Civil / Petroleum / Material Science / Smart Infrastructure) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, 45% + JEE Main / MHT-CET | INR 12 Lakhs |
| B.Tech Lateral (CSE / Cloud / Cyber Security) | 3 years | Diploma in Engineering, 45% | INR 11.1 Lakhs |
| B.Tech Lateral (other branches) | 3 years | Diploma in Engineering, 45% | INR 7.95 - 9.9 Lakhs |
| Diploma + B.Tech (AI and DS / Computer Engineering) | 6 years | Class 10 pass, 50% in Math and Science | INR 12.9 Lakhs |
| Diploma + B.Tech (AI and ML / Mechanical / Robotics) | 6 years | Class 10 pass, 50% in Math and Science | INR 10.2 Lakhs |
| M.Tech (most specialisations) | 2 years | B.E./B.Tech, 50% + GATE / CET | INR 4.5 Lakhs |
| M.Tech (Medical Device Innovation) | 2 years | B.E./B.Tech, 50% + GATE / CET | INR 9.1 Lakhs |
| Ph.D (General) | Min. 3 years | M.Tech or equivalent PG, 55% | INR 3.23 Lakhs |
B.Tech specialisations at MIT-WPU cover computing and IT (CSE, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security and Forensics, AI and ML, Electrical and Computer Engineering), electronics (ECE), core engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Petroleum, Material Science, Smart Infrastructure and Construction), and emerging fields (Automation and Robotics, Bioengineering). The Medical Device Innovation M.Tech is a distinctive industry-linked specialisation in the healthcare technology space.
MIT-WPU Admission Process
B.Tech
B.Tech admission at MIT-WPU is merit-based. The university accepts the best score from JEE Main, MHT-CET, or PERA-CET. A 500-word SOP is mandatory for all applicants.
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, minimum 45% aggregate
- Entrance: Best score accepted from JEE Main, MHT-CET, or PERA-CET
- SOP submission required with online application
- Merit list issued based on entrance score followed by document verification and fee payment
MHT-CET closing percentiles for CSE at MIT-WPU typically fall in the 90+ percentile range for General Category candidates. JEE Main scores are accepted on merit without a fixed university-declared cutoff.
B.Tech Lateral Entry
Lateral entry is open to diploma holders seeking direct second-year B.Tech admission. Two routes are available - DTE Maharashtra Direct Second Year (DSE) CAP Round, and MIT-WPU’s own direct admission route. Candidates must hold a diploma in the relevant engineering branch with minimum 45% marks.
M.Tech
M.Tech admission requires a B.E./B.Tech or equivalent degree with minimum 50% marks. Accepted entrance scores include GATE, MIT-WPU CET, and PERA-CET. All shortlisted candidates undergo a Personal Interaction (PI) round regardless of entrance exam used.
Ph.D
Ph.D admission is through the MIT-WPU Ph.D Entrance Test (PET), held twice a year. Candidates with valid NET, GATE, or GPAT qualifications are exempt from PET and are directly called for the interview. Eligibility requires a M.Tech or equivalent PG degree with minimum 55% marks.
Diploma + B.Tech (Integrated)
The 6-year integrated programme admits students after Class 10. Admission is through MIT-WPU CET followed by a Personal Interaction round. Minimum 50% in Class 10 Mathematics and Science is required.
MIT-WPU Placements
MIT-WPU placements in 2024-25 recorded a highest offer of INR 51.36 LPA and an overall average of INR 7 LPA. 1,903 students secured placements out of 2,544 registered, a placement rate of 74.7%. Over 730 companies participated in campus drives across engineering and management programmes.
| Particulars | 2024-25 | 2023-24 (NIRF) |
|---|---|---|
| Highest Package (Overall) | INR 51.36 LPA | - |
| Average Package (Overall) | INR 7 LPA | - |
| Average Package (B.Tech IT Stream) | INR 7.25 LPA | - |
| Highest Package (B.Tech IT Stream) | INR 44.14 LPA | - |
| Median Salary (B.Tech, NIRF Reported) | - | INR 5.5 LPA |
| Highest Package (MBA) | INR 30 LPA | - |
| Highest Package (M.Tech) | INR 24 LPA | - |
| Students Registered for Placements | 2,544 | - |
| Students Placed | 1,903 | - |
| Placement Rate | 74.7% | - |
| Companies Participated | 730+ | - |
NIRF-reported median salary for B.Tech graduates has shown a consistent upward trend over four cycles, rising from INR 4.5 LPA in 2020-21 to INR 6 LPA in 2022-23, before settling at INR 5.5 LPA in 2023-24. The B.Tech IT and CSE streams consistently record averages above the overall figure.
Recruiters span IT services, technology products, core engineering, consulting, and FMCG sectors. Key companies include Infosys, TCS, Wipro, Cognizant, Capgemini, Accenture, HCL, IBM, Amazon, Oracle, SAP, Deloitte, KPMG, EY, JPMorgan, L&T, Siemens, Bosch, Honeywell, Tata Technologies, and Force Motors.
MIT-WPU Rankings
MIT-WPU is ranked in the 101-150 band by NIRF Engineering 2025, placing it among the top 150 engineering institutions in India. Times Rankings places it 17th nationally and 4th in the West Zone among engineering institutes for 2025.
| Ranking Body | Category | Rank (2025) | Rank (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Engineering | 101-150 band | 101-150 band |
| Collegedunia | B.Tech Colleges India (2026) | 232 out of 500 | - |
| Times Rankings | Engineering Institutes India | 17 | 20 |
| Times Rankings | Private Engineering Institutes | 15 | - |
| Times Rankings | West Zone Engineering | 4 | - |
| The Week | Engineering | 56 | - |
| India Today | Engineering (Private) - 2024 | 38 | 36 (2023) |
Collegedunia ranks MIT-WPU 9th among B.Tech colleges in Pune as per 2026 data, reflecting its strong regional standing in Maharashtra’s private engineering landscape.
MIT-WPU Scholarships
MIT-WPU offers a tiered merit scholarship structure for incoming students, with waivers determined by competitive exam percentile at admission. Total scholarship disbursement exceeded INR 50 crores in 2025-26, covering over 2,000 students across programmes.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Vishwanath Karad Scholarship | 97+ percentile (top 3% of intake) | 100% tuition waiver (Year 1) |
| MIT-WPU Merit Scholarship-I | 96+ percentile (8% of intake) | 50% tuition waiver |
| MIT-WPU Merit Scholarship-II | 95+ percentile (12% of intake) | 25% tuition waiver |
| T.N. Seshan Scholarship | Wards of serving government employees | 15% tuition waiver |
| Sports Scholarship | National or State-level sports achievement | As per norms |
Percentile thresholds apply to the best score among JEE Main, MHT-CET, or PERA-CET. The Dr. Vishwanath Karad Scholarship covers Year 1 tuition in full, with continuation subject to academic performance criteria in subsequent years.
MIT-WPU Campus and Infrastructure
MIT-WPU’s main campus occupies 65 acres in Kothrud, one of Pune’s established residential areas, approximately 8 km from Pune Railway Station. The campus houses academic blocks, dedicated research and computing laboratories, a central library, sports facilities, and on-campus hostels within the same premises.
On-campus hostel capacity stands at over 3,000 beds, with single, double, and triple occupancy options for male students. The hostels are equipped with 24x7 Wi-Fi, biometric-controlled entry, CCTV surveillance, RO and hot water, a gymnasium, game rooms, and an on-campus doctor. Shuttle buses connect hostel zones to academic blocks throughout the day.
The campus supports active sporting life with facilities for cricket, football, basketball, and indoor games. The MIT-WPU Centre for International Relations facilitates student exchange and international exposure programmes for eligible students.
MIT-WPU vs SIT Pune vs VIT Pune
Pune-based engineering aspirants shortlisting private colleges frequently compare MIT-WPU with Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT Pune) and Vishwakarma Institute of Technology (VIT Pune). All three are private engineering institutions in Pune accepting JEE Main and MHT-CET, but differ on fee band, ranking profile, and campus scale.
| Parameter | MIT-WPU | SIT Pune | VIT Pune |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Private Deemed University (UGC) | Private (Symbiosis International University) | Private Autonomous (SPPU affiliated) |
| Established | 1983 (university 2017) | 2008 | 1983 |
| NIRF Engineering (2025) | 101-150 band | 201-300 band | 151-200 band |
| B.Tech Total Fees (4 years) | INR 12 - 16.4 Lakhs | INR 12 - 15 Lakhs | INR 8 - 11 Lakhs |
| Key Entrance Exams | JEE Main / MHT-CET / PERA-CET | JEE Main / MHT-CET / SET | JEE Main / MHT-CET |
| Highest Placement (Latest) | INR 51.36 LPA | INR 35 LPA (approx.) | INR 30 LPA (approx.) |
MIT-WPU leads on programme breadth - the 6-year Diploma + B.Tech path and the Medical Device Innovation M.Tech are not offered by either peer. SIT Pune benefits from the Symbiosis International University ecosystem, including international exposure tie-ups. VIT Pune is the most fee-accessible of the three and suits aspirants seeking a Pune city campus at a lower total outlay.
MIT-WPU FAQs
Ques. What is the B.Tech application deadline at MIT-WPU for 2026?
Ans. The B.Tech 2026-27 application deadline at MIT-WPU is June 6, 2026. Applications are submitted online via the MIT-WPU admissions portal. A 500-word Statement of Purpose is mandatory with every application.
Ques. What is the total B.Tech fee at MIT-WPU?
Ans. Total B.Tech fees at MIT-WPU range from INR 12 Lakhs to INR 16.4 Lakhs for the 4-year programme, depending on specialisation. CSE, Cloud Computing, and Cyber Security and Forensics carry the highest fee at INR 16.4 Lakhs. Civil, Petroleum, Material Science, and Smart Infrastructure are the lowest at INR 12 Lakhs.
Ques. Is MIT-WPU NAAC accredited?
Ans. Yes, MIT-WPU holds a NAAC A grade. The university is also approved by UGC and AICTE. It was granted university status in 2017 under the Maharashtra Public Universities Act, having operated as Maharashtra Institute of Technology since 1983.
Ques. What is the average placement package at MIT-WPU?
Ans. The overall average placement package in 2024-25 was INR 7 LPA. The B.Tech IT stream recorded an average of INR 7.25 LPA. The highest offer was INR 51.36 LPA. Over 730 companies participated, and 1,903 students secured placements from 2,544 registered.
Ques. Does MIT-WPU have hostel facilities on campus?
Ans. Yes, MIT-WPU has on-campus hostels with capacity for over 3,000 students on the 65-acre Kothrud campus. Facilities include 24x7 Wi-Fi, biometric entry, CCTV, gym, RO and hot water, game rooms, and campus shuttle services. Girls hostel fee details for 2026-27 are to be confirmed on the official website.
Ques. What scholarships does MIT-WPU offer for B.Tech?
Ans. MIT-WPU offers merit scholarships based on JEE Main or MHT-CET percentile. The Dr. Vishwanath Karad Scholarship gives a 100% tuition waiver for candidates in the 97+ percentile range. A 50% waiver is available at 96+ percentile and a 25% waiver at 95+ percentile. Total scholarship distribution exceeded INR 50 crores in 2025-26 covering over 2,000 students.
Ques. What is MIT-WPU NIRF rank?
Ans. MIT-WPU is in the 101-150 band in NIRF Engineering 2025, placing it among the top 150 engineering institutions in India. Times Rankings placed it 17th among all engineering institutes in India and 4th in the West Zone for 2025. Collegedunia ranks it 9th among B.Tech colleges in Pune as per 2026 data.
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MITCOE has not yet released the cutoff for MHT CET. Though, overall cutoff for MHT-CET for 2023 was 96.07 - 99.03 percentile.
No, admission in MITCOE is entrance based and you have to qualify in the repective entrance exam as per the program you opt for.
Admission to the courses like B.Tech is based on JEE Main/MH-CET, and M.Tech is based on GATE. The MITCOE is recognized by AICTE. Check here for the admission process, entrance, courses, etc at MITCOE.