Sinhgad Academy of Engineering Kondhawa BE Mechanical Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Admission to Sinhgad Academy of Engineering (SAE) is based on MHT-CET exam scores, with quotas for NRI and PIO students. The process involves submitting 12th standard and JEE/CET scores and participating in CAP rounds by the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE). Faculty at SAE are supportive, maintaining a 65:1 student-to-faculty ratio, though language barriers may exist for some non-local students. The college provides strong lab facilities for practical learning. The fee structure varies by caste, with OBC students paying about 50,000 INR annually, and Open category students paying 90,000 to 95,530 INR.

SC, ST, NT, and VJNT students pay between 1,450 and 15,000 INR. Hostel facilities increase the annual cost to around 1.5 lakh INR. Scholarships are extensive, especially for SC/ST and OBC students, while Open category students can benefit from the EBC scheme for fee reductions. Placement opportunities are robust for Computer Science, IT, and Electronics and Telecommunications, with rates between 60% and 90%, while Mechanical and Civil Engineering have about 10% placement.

Over 150 companies visit the campus, offering salaries from 2 to 12 LPA, averaging 4 LPA. Internships are limited but available during vacations. The Sinhgad Vadgaon campus handles centralized placements with a proactive placement cell. Financial support is available, including scholarships and bank loans, to assist students from various backgrounds.