Progressive Education Society's Modern College of Engineering Pune B.Tech Artificial Intelligence & Data Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Admission to B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at MCOE Pune is primarily through MHT-CET, the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test. Candidates with valid MHT-CET scores participate in the CAP counselling process conducted by the Maharashtra CET Cell at fe2026.mahacet.org. Students with JEE Main scores may also apply under the All India quota seats. Registration on the official CAP portal and document verification are mandatory steps before seat allotment.

Ans. The annual tuition fee for B.Tech AI and Data Science at MCOE Pune is INR 1,27,342 per year. Over the full 4-year programme, this amounts to a total of INR 5,09,368. The fee structure may be revised each academic year by Savitribai Phule Pune University or the Shikshan Shulkha Samiti. Eligible students from the EBC, OBC, SC, or ST categories may avail government scholarships or freeship to reduce the net payable amount.

Ans. The MHT-CET cutoff for B.Tech AI and Data Science at MCOE Pune varies each year based on the total applicant pool and the number of seats available. The overall cutoff for B.Tech programmes at MCOE in recent CAP rounds ranged from a low of 3.07 percentile to 96.53 percentile across categories. Candidates can check the official closing rank for AI and DS specifically on the CAP portal at fe2026.mahacet.org after each allotment round.

Ans. Graduates of B.Tech AI and Data Science from MCOE Pune can pursue roles as data analysts, machine learning engineers, AI developers, computer vision specialists, and business intelligence professionals. Pune hosts a large IT and analytics industry cluster, providing strong local placement opportunities. Further study options include M.Tech in AI or Data Science through GATE, MBA programmes focused on business analytics, or MS programmes at international universities specialising in artificial intelligence.

Ans. B.Tech AI and DS students at MCOE Pune can apply for the Maharashtra EBC Freeship, which provides full tuition fee reimbursement for students with annual family income below INR 8 Lakhs. OBC students may access the Rajarshee Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Scholarship, and SC and ST students can apply for the GoI Post Matric Scholarship. The college also offers merit-based scholarships to top academic performers each semester. Applications are submitted via the Maharashtra Scholarship Portal at mahascholarship.gov.in.

Ans. Yes, MCOE Pune is accredited by NAAC with an A++ grade and is affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University. The college is approved by AICTE for all its B.Tech programmes including Artificial Intelligence and Data Science. While NBA accreditation covers several existing programmes at MCOE, students should verify the current accreditation status of the AI and DS programme directly with the college, as it is a relatively recent addition to the curriculum.