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Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), formerly known as the University of Pune (UniPune), is a public university established in 1949. It is approved by the UGC and accredited by NAAC with an ‘A+’ grade. In the NIRF 2025 rankings, SPPU is ranked 56th among universities and 91st in the overall category. The university offers programs at the UG, PG, Diploma, PG Diploma, PhD, and Certificate levels.
- Affiliated Colleges: The popular affiliated colleges include the College of Engineering Pune (COEP), Fergusson College, Government College of Engineering and Research, SBIIMS, and IBMR.
- Popular Courses: BBA, BCA, MBA, MSc, BA, BTech, MCA, and LLM
- Total Fees: The total fees for BTech at COEP are INR 6.06 Lakhs, and for MTech is INR 2.24 Lakhs.
- Entrance Exams: SPPU OEE, MHT-CET, GATE, MAH-CET, MH CET LAW, MAH MCA CET.
- Selection Process: Based on the performance of the entrance exam, followed by CAP counseling and merit-based selection for a few courses.
- Placement: As per the NIRF Report 2025, the median package offered was INR 2 LPA for the 3-year UG course and INR 3 LPA for the 2-year PG course in 2024.
SPPU has approximately 307 recognized research institutes and 705 affiliated colleges that offer UG and PG courses, with over 46 academic departments and four faculties. SPPU also offers distance learning courses at the UG and PG levels.
SPPU Important Dates 2026
SPPU OEE Important Dates
SPPU Conducts OEE (Online Entrance Exam) for most UG, PG, and certificate courses. Below is the table showing the important events of OEE
| Events | Dates (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | Feb - Mar 2026 |
| Registration Window | Mar - Apr 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | First week of May 2026 |
| SPPU OEE Exam Date | Late May to early Jun 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | Jun 2026 |
| Result Declaration | Jun - Jul 2026 |
| Counseling/admission rounds | Jul 2026 |
MHT-CET Important Dates
MHT-CET (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test) scores are used for admission to BTech/B.E. and B.Pharma programs.
Below is a table of the important events of MHT-CET, along with tentative dates
| Events | Dates (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | Dec 2025 |
| Registration Window | Dec 2025–Feb 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Apr 2026 |
| MHT CET 2026 Exam (PCM & PCB) | Apr 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key | May 2026 |
| Result Declaration | Jun 2026 |
| CAP Counselling | Jun–Jul 2026 |
MAH MBA CET Important Date
MAH MBA CET is a key entrance exam for admission to the MBA programs affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU).
Below is a table of the important events of the MAH MBA CET, along with tentative dates
| Events | Dates (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | Dec 2025 |
| Registration Start Date | Jan 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | Mar 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | Mar 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Mid-Mar 2026 |
| MAH MBA CET Exam | First week of Apr 2026 |
| Result Declaration | Third week of Apr 2026 |
| CAP Counselling | May 2026 |
SPPU Courses and Fees 2026
SPPU offers UG, PG, and Doctoral courses across various streams. SPPU B.Tech total fees is INR 6.06 Lakhs, and for BCA, it is INR 4 Lakhs.
Here is the detailed information on SPPU Courses & Fees.
| Course | Affiliated Colleges | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|
| BTech | COEP | INR 6.06 Lakhs |
| B.Pharma | Padmashree Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Pharmacy | INR 5.57 Lakhs |
| BBA | SBUP | INR 5.41 Lakhs |
| BCA | INR 4 Lakhs | |
| BA | INR 2.11 Lakhs | |
| B.Sc | Fergusson College | INR 7,385 (per sem) |
| B.Com | Symbiosis College of Arts and Commerce | INR 1.06 to 4.64 Lakhs |
| LLB | ILS Pune | INR 5 Lakhs |
| MTech | COEP | INR 2.24 Lakhs |
| MBA | SBIIMS | INR 2.6 Lakhs |
| M.Sc | Fergusson College | INR 65,000 (Per sem) |
| MCA | D.Y. Patil Institute of Master of Computer Applications and Management | INR 1 Lakh |
| MA | SBUP | INR 1.83 Lakhs |
| LLM | ILS Pune | INR 1.83 Lakhs |
SPPU School of Open Learning
SPPU Distance Education offers 40+ various PG and UG courses in the field of science, arts, management, commerce, and IT-Computer Stream through distance learning mode. The most popular courses at Pune University ODL are Distance MBA, BCom, MA in English, MA in Hindi, MA in Education, and more. The admission process of SPPU will start from November 20, 2025, for the January 2026 academic session.
SPPU Admission Process 2026
SPPU admission is based on the score in the OEE. The university also accepts national-level entrance tests. SPPU PG courses are available at its own campus, and most of the UG courses are available only at affiliated colleges.
Below is a table showing the courses offered along with their Eligibility and selection Criteria:
| Course | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| BTech | 10+2 with 45% marks in PCM | JEE Main / MHT-CET / SPPU OEE |
| B.Pharma | 10+2 with 45% marks in PCM/B | MHT CET/ NEET |
| BBA | 10+2 with min 40% | SPPU OEE |
| BCA | 10+2 with min 50% | SPPU OEE |
| BA | 10+2 with min 45% | Merit-Based / SPPU OEE |
| B.Sc | 10+2 with min 45% | Merit-Based / SPPU OEE |
| B.Com | 10+2 with min 45% | Merit-Based / SPPU OEE |
| LLB | Bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks | MH CET LAW / CLAT |
| MTech | BE/B.Tech with 55% marks | GATE |
| MBA | Bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks | CAT / MAH MBA CET |
| M.Sc | Bachelor's degree with at least 45% marks | SPPU OEE / INAT (M.Sc Physics with Astrophysics) |
| MCA | Bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks | MAH MCA CET / SPPU OEE |
| MA | Bachelor's degree with at least 45% marks. | Merit Based |
| LLM | 3-year or 5-year LLB degree with a minimum of 45% marks | Merit based on OEE scores |
SPPU Application Process
Candidates can follow the steps to apply online for different courses at SPPU.
- Visit the official website of SPPU.
- Click on ‘Admission Portal’
- Click on PG admissions or Ph.D. admissions
- Choose your desired course and register.
- Now log in and click on pre pre-admission tab
- Fill in all the required details as asked in the form.
- Upload all the mandatory documents along with photo
- Pay the challan at the respective bank branch.
- Take out the printout and keep the documents for offline use.
SPPU Cutoff 2026
COEP MHT CET Cutoff 2025
College of Engineering Pune, accepts MHT CET / JEE Main scores for admission to B.Tech. Given below COEP Cutoff for the B.Tech programs for the General Category. COEP, MHT CET Cutoff 2025 for GOPENS Category is listed below. The overall cutoff percentile for MHT CET is 98.41 - 99.9.
| Courses | Round 1 | Last Round |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech Computer Science and Information Technology | 99.9 | 99.67 |
| B.Tech Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | 99.73 | 99.55 |
| B.Tech Electrical Engineering | 99.51 | 99.36 |
| B.Tech Mechanical Engineering | 99.44 | 99.29 |
| B.Tech Instrumentation & Control Engineering | 99.41 | 99.33 |
| B.Tech Manufacturing Science and Engineering | 99.06 | 99.03 |
| B.Tech Civil Engineering | 98.62 | NA |
| B.Tech Metallurgical Engineering | 98.41 | 98.68 |
| B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | NA | 99.77 |
SPPU MAH MCA CET Cutoff 2025
The overall cutoff marks for All India Quota Category Students for MAH-MCA-CET range between 99.28 - 99.83. MCA was the most preferred course for All India Quota candidates in 2025, with a minimum mark of 99.28
SPPU, MAH-MCA-CET Cutoff 2025 for AI Category is listed below.
| Course | Round 1 | Round 2 | Round 3 | Round 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCA | 99.83 | 99.68 | 99.47 | 99.28 |
SPPU Ranking 2026
| Ranking Body | Stream / Category | Latest Rank (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia | Mass Communications |
3rd |
| NIRF | Overall | 91st |
| India Today | Mass Communications | 2nd |
SPPU Placement 2026
SPPU Placement 2025 report has not been released yet. However, according to the latest NIRF overall report, the median package offered was INR 2 LPA to the 3-year UG program. Some of the top recruiters at SPPU Cognizant, Deloitte, TCS, Tata Motors, GE Capital and many others.
Below is the table showing the median package of the UG and PG programs:
| Program | Median Package |
|---|---|
| UG (3 Years) Program | 2 LPA |
| PG (2 Years) Program | 3 LPA |
| PG (3 Years) Program | 4.2 LPA |
| PG-Integrated (5 Years) Program | 3 LPA |
SPPU Affiliated Colleges Placement
The median package offered at the Affiliated colleges during the SPPU Placement drive is as follows:
| College | Course | Average Package |
|---|---|---|
| College of Engineering (COEP) | B.Tech | INR 12 LPA |
| Government College of Engineering and Research | B.Tech | INR 3.24 LPA |
| Fergusson College | UG Courses | INR 3.8 LPA |
| Institute of Business Management and Research (IBMR) | MBA | INR 10.50 LPA |
| Marathwada Mitramandal's College of Commerce (MMCC) | BBA | INR 3 LPA |
| International School of Business and Media - [ISB&M] Nande | PGDM | INR 11.4 LPA |
| Pune Institute of Business Management (PIBM) | MBA | INR 8 LPA |
SPPU Scholarship
Students can avail following scholarships during their academic years. The scholarships for UG and PG are mentioned below.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NSP (PM-USP) Yojana | 80% in Class 12, AICTE-recognized UG/PG courses, parental income ≤ INR 4.5 Lakhs | INR 82,000 per annum |
| Must be in a regular course, maintain 50% marks and 75% attendance | ||
| National Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies (UGC) | First-time PG students under 30 in UGC-recognized full-time programs | INR 10,000 per year or INR 15,000 per month |
SPPU Affiliated Colleges
SPPU has 705 affiliated colleges that are spread across various parts of Pune. The university offers UG, PG, Diploma, Certificate, PG Diploma, and PhD programs through its affiliated colleges. Some of the top affiliated colleges of SPPU are as follows:
| SPPU Affiliated Colleges | Popular Course |
|---|---|
| College of Engineering (COEP) | B.Tech, M.Tech, and MBA |
| Government College of Engineering and Research | B.Tech |
| Institute of Business Management and Research | MBA |
| Fergusson College | B.Sc, M.Sc, and BA |
| SaiBalaji International Institute of Management Sciences | MBA |
| Pune Institute of Computer Technology | B.Tech., and M.Tech |
| Marathwada Mitramandal's College of Commerce | BBA, B.Com, MA, and M.Com |
| Vishwakarma Institute of Technology | B.Tech., and M.Tech |
| Sharadchandra Pawar Institute of Management | BBA and MBA |
| ILS Law College | BA + L.L.B |
SPPU vs Mumbai University vs Delhi University
Here is a Comparison between SPPU, Mumbai University, and Delhi University on key parameters relevant for students:
| Feature | SPPU | Mumbai University | Delhi University (DU) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 1949 | 1857 | 1922 |
| Type | Public State University | Public State University | Public, Central University |
| Number of Colleges | 700 + affiliated colleges | 885 affiliated colleges | 91 affiliated colleges |
| Popular Courses | Science, Arts, Commerce, Engineering, Management | Commerce, Engineering, Science, Arts | Arts, Commerce, Science, Law, Management |
| Ranking (NIRF Overall) | 91st | 92nd | 15th |
| Admission Process | OEE, Merit-based (class 12/UG marks) | Merit-based (class 12/UG marks), CUET for some courses | CUET + CSAS Counselling |
| Reputation | Well-regarded regionally and nationally | Good state-level & some national recognition | Top-ranked in India, with high NIRF scores |
| Placements | Moderate; best colleges like Fergusson, ILS offer decent placements | Moderate; top colleges like KC, HR, St. Xavier’s have good placements | Excellent, especially in DU North Campus & South Campus colleges |
| Faculty Quality | Good faculty in major departments, varies in affiliated colleges | Varies across colleges; some excellent | Strong faculty in top DU colleges |
| Research Opportunities | Growing research ecosystem, good for science & technology | Available mainly in postgraduate & PhD programs | Strong research culture, multiple funded projects |
| Campus Life | A mix of urban & green campuses, cultural festivals are popular | Urban campuses; some historic, some modern | Vibrant urban campuses, diverse student life |
| International Collaborations | Growing number of MOUs and collaborations | Limited but present in top colleges | Extensive in DU colleges |
| Examination & Curriculum | Semester system; traditional curriculum with some modern updates | Semester system; flexible syllabus | Semester system, more structured, recent CUET integration |
| Student Strength | 3 lakh students | 5 lakh students | 4 lakh students |
| Affordability | Mostly affordable; some professional courses costlier | Affordable; varies with college | Affordable to moderate; top colleges slightly costlier |
SPPU Notable Alumni
Here is a list of some of the most famous alumni of SPPU across various fields.
| Name | Photograph | Designation |
|---|---|---|
| Pratibha Patil |
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An Indian politician and lawyer who served as the 12th President of India |
| Vilasrao Deshmukh |
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Former Chief Minister of Maharashtra |
| Cyrus S. Poonawalla |
|
Managing Director of the Serum Institute of India |
| Shereen Bhan |
|
An indian journalist and news anchor. She is the Managing Editor of CNBC-TV18 |
| Radhika Apte |
|
An indian Actress |
| Gauahar Khan |
|
An indian model and actress. She also participated in the Femina Miss India contest in 2002 |
SPPU Campus & Facilities
SPPU campus spans over 411 acres in the northwestern part of Pune city and is known for its blend of historical architecture, greenery, and modern infrastructure. The SPPU campus offers a peaceful academic environment with tree-lined avenues, open lawns, and well-maintained gardens.
Main Building: The main building, a landmark heritage structure from the British era, stands as a symbol of Pune’s academic history. The university houses 46 academic departments, administrative buildings, research centers, and residential hostels within the campus.
Department: SPPU has around 46 to 52 academic departments and institutes that offer UG, PG, diploma, certificate, and doctoral programs across various disciplines. These departments cover a broad range of fields, including science, technology, commerce, management, humanities, law, defence studies, and social sciences.
Library: SPPU’s Jayakar Library is one of the most well-equipped university libraries in India. The library holds over 4.5 lakh books, journals, and research papers. It offers access to a vast collection of e-books, e-journals, manuscripts, maps, and online databases.
Hostel: The University has 7 boys' hostels and 6 girls' hostels that together provide accommodation for over 1,221 students. Additionally, there is a well-furnished and comfortable University Guest House with more than 34 rooms.
SPPU FAQs
Ques. How can I get admission to Savitribai Phule Pune University?
Ans. Admissions to SPPU are based on entrance exams or merit lists, depending on the program. Visit the university admission portal, fill out the online application form, submit the required documents, and appear for the relevant exams as notified.
Ques. How do SPPU exams and assignments work for distance learners?
Ans. SPPU uses a continuous evaluation system. Assignments are roughly 30% of the means of assessment for each subject, and these are mandatory. Assignments must be submitted to exam centres before term-end exams. Exam centres operate twice a year (May-June & Nov-Dec). Students are entitled to select their own exam based on their own schedule. Both the assignment system and the exam system allow for some flexibility, and both also hold students accountable for mastering the learning outcomes.
Ques. What are the key entrance exams accepted by Savitribai Phule Pune University for admissions?
Ans. SPPU accepts several entrance exams for admission:
OEE (Online Entrance Exam): For most UG, PG, and certificate courses.
MAH MBA CET / CAT / MAT / XAT: For MBA admissions.
GATE / State CET: For M.Tech and other technical PG programs.
UGC NET / JRF / SRF: For PhD admissions (candidates with these scores may be exempt from the university entrance test).
Ques. What are the hostel rules of SPPU?
Ans. The hostel rules of SPPU are mentioned below:
- Hostel facilities will not be provided to research assistants, teaching assistants unless they are enrolled for M Phil or PhD.
- The Student of the university who is taking admission in the University hostel shall not be employed on a full-time or part-time basis in the government or semi-government public or private sector.
- Admission is provisional and will be confirmed by the University only after a medical examination and clearance given by the residential medical officer of the health centre of the university.
Ques. What are the study materials provided to the students enrolled in the distance education program by SPPU?
Ans. Mentioned below are the names of 10 online courses and resources provided to the students of the distance education program by SPPU:
- Swayam online courses
- UG/PG MOOCs
- E-PG Pathshala
- E-content courseware in UG
- Swayamprabha
- CEC-UGC YouTube channel
- National Digital Library of India
- Shodhganga
- E-Shodh Sindhu
- Vidwan
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For Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), the entrance exams for its own graduate and postgraduate admissions are scheduled around March – April, with the PG entrance held between March 18-20 and the UG entrance on April 4 for the 2025-26 cycle. Dates for the 2026-27 session are expected to follow a similar pattern.
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SPPU also offers scholarships. There are fee-exemption or fee-concession scholarships for students from reserved categories (backward castes, non-creamy layer, economically weaker, etc.), plus merit-cum-means and government-sponsored scholarships like post-matric or minority scholarships.
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First Session (July–December): INR 4,440
Second Session (January–June): INR 2,400
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