SND College of Engineering and Research Centre Yeola Nashik BE {Lateral} Mechatronics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total course fee for the 3-year BE Mechatronics Lateral Entry programme at SND College of Engineering and Research Centre, Yeola, is INR 2,70,000 for the full duration. This includes tuition and development charges as per SPPU norms. Hostel and transport, if availed, are charged separately by the college.

Ans. Candidates holding a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related engineering stream from an AICTE-approved polytechnic with at least 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories) are eligible. B.Sc. graduates with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics carrying 50% or above from a recognised university may also apply through the DTE Maharashtra DSE CAP route.

Ans. Admission follows the DTE Maharashtra Direct Second Year Engineering (DSE) CAP process for 2026-27. Eligible candidates register on the Maharashtra CET Cell portal (schedule expected July 2026), fill web options for preferred institutes and branches, and receive seat allotment through centrally conducted CAP rounds. Once allotted, candidates report to SND College with original documents and complete fee payment to confirm the seat.

Ans. Mechatronics combines mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering skills, making graduates suitable for roles in automation, robotics, and manufacturing industries. Nashik has a significant industrial base including automotive and electronics manufacturing. An SPPU-affiliated BE Mechatronics degree is accepted by local industries and also opens pathways to government technical services examinations in Maharashtra.

Ans. Eligible students can avail Maharashtra state government scholarships through the Mahadbt portal for categories such as EBC, OBC, NT, SBC, and VJ-DT. SC and ST students can apply for the Post-Matric Scholarship via the National Scholarship Portal. The PM-USHA Scholarship of up to INR 20,000 per year is also available for students whose annual family income is below INR 4.5 Lakhs.

Ans. The programme spans 3 years, equivalent to the second, third, and fourth years of the standard 4-year BE Mechatronics course. Lateral entry students follow the same SPPU curriculum, appear for the same university examinations as regular students, and receive the identical BE Mechatronics Engineering degree upon successful completion. The college is affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune.