The Master of Engineering (M.E.) in Design Engineering at JSPM’s Imperial College of Engineering and Research (ICOER), Wagholi, Pune, Maharashtra is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme approved by AICTE and affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU). The programme is offered by the Department of Mechanical Engineering and focuses on machine design, finite element analysis, CAD/CAM, product design, and manufacturing systems, preparing engineers for advanced industry roles and research. The college holds NAAC Grade A accreditation and is situated at Wagholi, Pune. Admission is through GATE score via the DTE Maharashtra CAP process.
M.E. admissions for 2026-27 are conducted through the DTE Maharashtra CAP process based on GATE 2026 scores. GATE 2026 was held on Feb 7, Feb 08, Feb 14 and Feb 15, 2026; results were declared on Mar 19, 2026. DTE Maharashtra M.E. CAP registration and counselling rounds are typically held from May to July 2026. Monitor dtemaharashtra.gov.in and jspmicoer.edu.in for exact schedules.
Key Points
- Programme: M.E. Design Engineering
- Duration: 2 years (4 semesters), Full Time
- Intake: limited intake
- Total Fees: INR 1,47,000 (INR 73,500 per year)
- Accreditation: NAAC Grade A (3.1), AICTE approved, SPPU affiliated
- Entrance Exam: GATE (ME (Mechanical Engineering) paper)
JSPM ICOER Pune M.E. (Design Engg) Fees
M.E. (Design Engg) Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Fee (per year) | INR 73,500 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | INR 1,47,000 |
- Total programme fees for the 2-year M.E. at JSPM ICOER is INR 1,47,000 (INR 73,500 per year), uniform across all specialisations. Fees are subject to revision by SPPU/DTE Maharashtra; candidates should verify the current fee structure with the college admissions office at jspmicoer.edu.in.
- Students with valid GATE scores who are admitted through the DTE Maharashtra CAP process may be eligible for the AICTE GATE-based scholarship of INR 12,400 per month; eligibility and disbursement are as per AICTE norms.
- SC/ST and OBC students may be eligible for fee concessions under Maharashtra government scholarship schemes; apply through the MahaDBT portal (mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in).
JSPM ICOER Pune M.E. (Design Engg) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| GATE 2026 Registration End | Oct 13, 2025 |
| GATE 2026 Admit Card | January 13, 2026 |
| GATE 2026 Exam | Feb 7, Feb 08, Feb 14 and Feb 15, 2026 |
| GATE 2026 Result | Mar 19, 2026 |
| DTE Maharashtra M.E. CAP Registration | May 2026 (Tentative) |
| DTE Maharashtra M.E. CAP Rounds | June to July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Document Verification at ICOER | July to August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| GATE 2026 | Oct 13, 2025 | Feb 7, Feb 08, Feb 14 and Feb 15, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 |
- Admission to M.E. (Design Engineering) at JSPM ICOER is through the DTE Maharashtra M.E. CAP process; candidates must have a valid GATE score in the ME (Mechanical Engineering) paper.
- Candidates without GATE scores may be considered for institute-level merit seats (non-GATE quota) as per DTE Maharashtra norms; the number of such seats is limited.
- Candidates must register on the DTE Maharashtra CAP portal (dtemaharashtra.gov.in), submit GATE scorecard and other documents, participate in online counselling rounds, and report for document verification at the allotted institute.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed B.E./B.Tech in a relevant engineering discipline (preferably Mechanical Engineering) with a minimum aggregate of 50 percent marks (45 percent for SC/ST/OBC candidates) from an AICTE-approved or university-recognised institution.
- Valid GATE score in the ME (Mechanical Engineering) paper is required for CAP-based admission; non-GATE candidates may be considered for institute-level seats subject to availability.
- Candidates appearing in the final year of their qualifying degree at the time of GATE are also eligible to apply, subject to completion of the degree before admission.
Admission Process
- Appear in GATE 2026 (ME (Mechanical Engineering) paper); register on the GATE portal and obtain the GATE score/scorecard.
- Register on the DTE Maharashtra CAP portal (dtemaharashtra.gov.in) for M.E. 2026 admission; upload GATE scorecard, B.E./B.Tech marksheets, and other required documents.
- Fill college and course preferences, choosing JSPM ICOER Pune and M.E. Design Engineering based on expected GATE score and merit rank.
- Participate in DTE Maharashtra CAP rounds (June to July 2026); confirm seat allotment and pay the acceptance fee through the portal.
- Report to JSPM ICOER on the notified date for document verification; carry all original documents and pay the first-year fee.
- Complete admission formalities and register for the first semester; classes typically commence in August 2026.
JSPM ICOER Pune M.E. (Design Engg) Scholarships 2026
M.E. (Design Engg) Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| AICTE GATE Scholarship | INR 12,400/month | Candidates admitted with valid GATE score; as per AICTE norms |
| SC/ST Scholarship | Full tuition + exam fee reimbursement | SC/ST students; Maharashtra government scheme via MahaDBT |
| OBC/SBC/VJNT Scholarship | Partial tuition reimbursement | OBC/SBC/VJNT category students; Maharashtra government |
| NSP Scholarship | Variable | SC/ST/OBC/Minority students through National Scholarship Portal |
- The AICTE GATE scholarship of INR 12,400 per month is available for students admitted to M.E. programmes with a valid GATE score; eligibility and disbursement conditions are as per AICTE norms published annually.
- SC/ST students are eligible for full tuition fee and examination fee reimbursement through Maharashtra government social welfare schemes; apply through the MahaDBT portal (mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in) after admission.
- All scholarship applications must be submitted within the notified deadline each academic year; late applications are not accepted under Maharashtra government scholarship schemes.
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