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K. J. Somaiya School of Engineering (KJSCE) is a private autonomous engineering institute established in 1983 in Vidyavihar, Mumbai, Maharashtra. It became a constituent school of Somaiya Vidyavihar University (SVU) in 2019. SVU is recognised by the UGC and accredited by NAAC with an ’A’ grade (valid until February 2030). KJSCE holds AICTE approval and NBA accreditation for select programmes. The institute received autonomous status in 2014.
As per NIRF Engineering 2024, KJSCE falls in the 201-300 rank band. In India Today Engineering Rankings 2026, KJSCE is ranked 17th among private engineering colleges in India and 4th in Maharashtra.
The campus spreads over 50 acres in Vidyavihar, Mumbai, within the broader Somaiya Vidyavihar University campus. The engineering school operates dedicated research labs, a student incubation centre (riidl), and an innovation ecosystem integrated with the university’s research network.
- B.Tech in 11 specialisations: Computer Engineering, AI and Data Science, Information Technology, Computer Science and Business Systems, Computer and Communication Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, Electronics and Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics and AI, VLSI Design, and Civil Engineering
- M.Tech in 10 specialisations: Computer Engineering, AI and Data Science, Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Telecom, Information Security, VLSI Design, Automation and Robotics, CAD-CAM and Robotics, Energy Engineering, Quantum Computing
- Ph.D in 6 disciplines: Computer Engineering, IT, Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Telecom, Mechanical Engineering, and Energy Engineering
B.Tech fees range from INR 20.80 Lakhs to INR 22.68 Lakhs for the 4-year programme depending on the specialisation. M.Tech fees total INR 1.00 to 1.01 Lakhs for 2 years under the general quota.
KJSCE offers merit scholarships at admission and institutional scholarships for continuing students based on academic performance.
In the 2025 placement season, KJSCE recorded a highest package of INR 51.72 LPA and an average of INR 8.63 LPA. A total of 360 job offers were extended by 237 companies.
KJSCE Admission Dates 2026
KJSCE 2026-27 B.Tech admissions were conducted through MHT-CET 2026 (Maharashtra state quota) and JEE Main 2026 (all-India quota). The Maharashtra State CET Cell managed counselling rounds. The 2026 admission cycle has concluded and the batch is in session.
| Milestone | 2026 Cycle Status |
|---|---|
| MHT-CET 2026 Application and Exam | Concluded |
| MHT-CET Centralised Admission Process (CAP) Rounds | Concluded |
| KJSCE Internal Rounds (Management Quota) | Concluded |
| Document Verification and Admission Confirmation | Concluded |
| Programme Commencement (2026-27) | Commenced, July to August 2026 |
The 2027-28 admission cycle will follow a similar pattern, opening with MHT-CET 2027 registration in February-March 2027. The table below lists the entrance exams accepted at KJSCE across programmes.
| Programme | Entrance Exam | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (all specialisations) | MHT-CET / JEE Main / CUET / PERA CET | 10+2 with PCM, 45% aggregate |
| B.Tech (Lateral Entry) | MHT-CET Lateral / PERA Lateral | Diploma in Engineering, 45% |
| M.Tech (all specialisations) | GATE / PERA CET PG / MHT-CET PG | B.E. or B.Tech in relevant discipline, 50% |
| M.Tech + Ph.D (dual) | GATE / Institutional Test | B.E. or B.Tech, 55% |
| Ph.D | Institutional Entrance Test / UGC NET / GATE | M.Tech or M.E., 55% |
KJSCE Courses and Fees
KJSCE offers B.Tech in 11 specialisations, M.Tech in 10 specialisations, and Ph.D in 6 disciplines. The institute also offers lateral entry B.Tech and an M.Tech plus Ph.D dual-degree track. Fees below are for the general (DTE) quota for the full programme duration.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees (General Quota) |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (Computer Engineering) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM 45% + MHT-CET / JEE Main | INR 22.68 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (AI and Data Science) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM 45% + MHT-CET / JEE Main | INR 22.68 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (Information Technology) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM 45% + MHT-CET / JEE Main | INR 22.68 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (CS and Business Systems) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM 45% + MHT-CET / JEE Main | INR 22.68 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (ECE / Electronics-Computer / Mech / CCE / Robotics-AI / VLSI / Civil) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM 45% + MHT-CET / JEE Main | INR 20.80 Lakhs |
| M.Tech (all specialisations) | 2 years | B.Tech / B.E. in relevant discipline, 50% | INR 1.00 to 1.01 Lakhs |
| Ph.D (all disciplines) | 3 years minimum | M.Tech, 55% | INR 1.50 Lakhs |
KJSCE also offers Honours and Minors programmes alongside the main B.Tech curriculum. Students can pursue 30-plus minor subjects from other schools within Somaiya Vidyavihar University, enhancing cross-disciplinary exposure. Emerging minor tracks include Quantum Computing, Cybersecurity, and AI Ethics. Lateral entry B.Tech (6th semester onwards) is available for diploma holders.
KJSCE Admission Process
KJSCE B.Tech admission follows the Maharashtra State CET Cell’s Centralised Admission Process (CAP) for DTE quota seats, and a direct institutional process for management quota seats. MHT-CET is the primary entrance exam for state-domicile candidates. JEE Main scores are accepted for the all-India quota.
B.Tech Admission
Eligibility requires 10+2 with a minimum 45% aggregate in PCM (40% for reserved categories) from a recognised board.
- State quota (DTE): Valid MHT-CET PCM score
- All-India quota: JEE Main score
- Management quota: Direct institutional application
- NRI quota: SAT or equivalent scores
- Selection stages: MHT-CET counselling (DTE rounds), institutional rounds, fee payment, document verification at KJSCE, and programme commencement
Computer Engineering MHT-CET 2025 general-category closing rank was approximately 1,450. Information Technology closed at approximately 2,032. CSE and IT at KJSCE are among the most competitive B.Tech seats in the Mumbai private engineering segment.
M.Tech and Ph.D Admission
M.Tech eligibility requires a B.E. or B.Tech degree with a minimum 50% aggregate in a relevant discipline. GATE scores are the preferred route for state-quota M.Tech seats. PERA CET PG or the institutional test is an alternative. Ph.D admission requires an M.Tech or M.E. degree with 55% aggregate and a qualifying score in the institutional research entrance test, UGC NET, or GATE.
KJSCE offers a Dual-Degree M.Tech + Ph.D track for high-achieving applicants. This path reduces total programme duration for students who plan to pursue research after M.Tech. The dual-degree track requires a GATE score above 600 or institutional test qualification.
KJSCE Placements
In the 2025 placement season, KJSCE recorded a highest package of INR 51.72 LPA and an average package of INR 8.63 LPA. The median package stood at INR 7.5 LPA. A total of 360 job offers were extended by 237 companies. The Times of India 2026 ranking placed KJSCE #1 in Maharashtra and #4 in India among engineering institutes on placement performance.
KJSCE’s placement strength lies in the CS and IT cluster, which attracts the highest number of offers and the highest packages. Electronics and Mechanical Engineering students typically find roles in VLSI design, embedded systems, and manufacturing, though at lower package bands than the CS cluster.
| Placement Metric | 2025 Season |
|---|---|
| Highest Package | INR 51.72 LPA |
| Average Package | INR 8.63 LPA |
| Median Package | INR 7.5 LPA |
| Total Offers | 360 |
| Companies Participated | 237 |
Recruiters who have visited KJSCE campus placements include IDFY, Barclays, ION Group, JPMC, Accenture, HDFC Bank, Google, and several VLSI and embedded systems firms. The institute’s Mumbai location provides access to a broad recruiter base across BFSI, IT services, consulting, and financial technology firms.
KJSCE Rankings
KJSCE falls in the 201-300 band in NIRF Engineering 2024 and has submitted data for NIRF 2025 and 2026. In India Today 2026, KJSCE is ranked 17th among private engineering colleges nationally, 4th in Maharashtra, and 2nd among Mumbai private engineering colleges. Education World 2026 places KJSCE as the #1 private engineering college in Maharashtra.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2026 Rank | Previous Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| India Today | Private Engineering Colleges (India) | 17 | -- |
| India Today | Private Engineering Colleges (Maharashtra) | 4 | -- |
| India Today | Private Engineering Colleges (Mumbai) | 2 | -- |
| Education World | Private Engineering Colleges (Maharashtra) | 1 | -- |
| NIRF Engineering | Engineering (India) | 201 to 300 band (2024) | 201 to 300 band (2022) |
KJSCE’s NIRF Engineering rank has stayed in the 201-300 band since 2022. In earlier NIRF cycles (2019-2021), the institute ranked in the 171-200 range. The institute holds NBA accreditation for selected B.Tech programmes, indicating programme-level quality recognition beyond the NAAC institutional grade.
KJSCE Scholarships
KJSCE offers merit-based and need-based scholarships for enrolled students. Merit scholarships are awarded based on performance in MHT-CET or JEE Main at the time of admission, and renewed annually based on CGPA. Institutional scholarships are also available for students who demonstrate academic excellence in the first year.
Students are eligible to apply for government scholarships under the Maharashtra Government’s EBC (Economically Backward Classes) scheme, the Central Government’s scholarships for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories through the NSP portal, and the Vidyalakshmi education loan programme. The KJSCE admission office assists students in identifying and applying for eligible government schemes during the admission cycle.
KJSCE Campus and Infrastructure
KJSCE occupies a 50-acre campus at Vidyavihar, Mumbai, within the broader Somaiya Vidyavihar University campus complex. The location in the eastern Mumbai suburb of Vidyavihar offers proximity to Vidyavihar railway station (Central Line) and good connectivity to the Mumbai employment belt. The campus includes purpose-built engineering labs, a central library, a sports ground, and a medical centre.
The campus houses the riidl (Research, Innovation, Incubation and Development Labs), an SVU-level incubation and innovation centre that supports student-led startups. KJSCE students have consistent representation in riidl-funded projects and national-level hackathons. The institute also runs student innovation teams under its Mega Projects scheme, with teams competing in Formula Student, SAE Aero Design, and national robotics competitions.
Hostel facilities are available at the Somaiya Vidyavihar University campus with separate accommodation for male and female students. No on-campus hostel fee data was available at the time of writing. Students are advised to check the official SVU website for current hostel fee structures.
KJSCE vs DJ Sanghvi vs TSEC Mumbai
Mumbai engineering aspirants frequently compare KJSCE with Dwarkadas J. Sanghvi College of Engineering (DJSCE) and Thadomal Shahani Engineering College (TSEC), both of which are well-established private colleges in the Mumbai University system.
| Parameter | KJSCE (Somaiya) | DJSCE (DJ Sanghvi) | TSEC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | Vidyavihar, Mumbai | Vile Parle (West), Mumbai | Bandra (West), Mumbai |
| Established | 1983 | 1994 | 1994 |
| Affiliation | Somaiya Vidyavihar University (autonomous) | University of Mumbai (autonomous) | University of Mumbai (autonomous) |
| NAAC | A (SVU level) | A+ | A |
| India Today 2026 (Private Engg, Maharashtra) | 4th | 3rd | Not in top 5 |
| Placement Highest (2025) | INR 51.72 LPA | INR 44+ LPA (reported) | INR 50+ LPA (reported) |
| MHT-CET Closing Rank (CS, General, 2025) | ~1,450 | ~1,000 to 1,200 | ~800 to 1,000 |
| B.Tech Total Fees (CS, General) | INR 22.68 Lakhs | INR 13 to 15 Lakhs (approx.) | INR 13 to 16 Lakhs (approx.) |
KJSCE leads among the three on placement ranking and research infrastructure. DJSCE and TSEC tend to have slightly lower MHT-CET closing ranks for CS, suggesting marginally higher competition for those seats. All three serve the Mumbai private engineering aspirant pool and are reasonable alternatives depending on score and branch preference.
KJSCE FAQs
Ques. What is the NIRF ranking of KJSCE?
Ans. As per NIRF Engineering 2024, KJSCE falls in the 201-300 rank band. In India Today 2026, KJSCE is ranked 17th among private engineering colleges nationally and 4th in Maharashtra. Education World 2026 ranks KJSCE #1 private engineering college in Maharashtra.
Ques. What is the highest placement package at KJSCE?
Ans. In the 2025 placement season, the highest package at KJSCE was INR 51.72 LPA. The average package was INR 8.63 LPA and the median was INR 7.5 LPA. A total of 360 offers were made by 237 companies. Top recruiters include IDFY, Barclays, JPMC, Accenture, Google, and HDFC Bank.
Ques. What is the MHT-CET cutoff for Computer Engineering at KJSCE?
Ans. In MHT-CET 2025, Computer Engineering at KJSCE had a general-category closing rank of approximately 1,450. Information Technology closed at approximately 2,032. These are among the most competitive B.Tech seats in Mumbai’s private engineering segment.
Ques. What is the B.Tech fee at KJSCE?
Ans. B.Tech total fees at KJSCE are INR 22.68 Lakhs for the 4-year programme for CS, AI and Data Science, IT, and CS-Business Systems. Other specialisations (ECE, Mechanical, Civil, Robotics-AI, VLSI, CCE, Electronics-Computer) cost INR 20.80 Lakhs for 4 years. These are general (DTE) quota fees.
Ques. Is KJSCE autonomous?
Ans. Yes. KJSCE has held autonomous status since 2014. Since 2019, it is a constituent school of Somaiya Vidyavihar University (SVU), a private university recognised by the UGC. The parent university holds NAAC ’A’ grade accreditation.
Ques. Does KJSCE offer hostel accommodation?
Ans. Hostel accommodation is available through the Somaiya Vidyavihar University campus in Vidyavihar, Mumbai. KJSCE is located within the SVU campus. Students should check the official SVU website for current hostel availability and fee details.
Ques. What is riidl at KJSCE?
Ans. riidl stands for Research, Innovation, Incubation and Development Labs. It is the university-level incubation and innovation centre at Somaiya Vidyavihar University, located on the campus that KJSCE shares. KJSCE students participate in riidl-funded projects and student innovation teams. riidl supports early-stage startups from across SVU schools, including KJSCE engineering students.
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Yes, SAT Marks are considered for admission to B.Tech. course in KJSCE Mumbai.
The first-year fee of KJ Somaiya College of Engineering B.Tech. CSE is INR 4.7 lacs. The second, third and fourth-year fees of the course are also the same INR 4.7 lacs.
Yes, admission to K.J. Somaiya College of Engineering is based on entrance exams like MHT CET, CUET, MHT CET, etc. Check out various Courses & Eligibility at K.J. Somaiya College of Engineering
The KJSCE entrance test registrations will be over by 11th March 2023 and the exam is scheduled for March 24th 2023.