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R.C. Patel Institute of Technology (RCPIT) is a private autonomous engineering institute established in 2001 in Shirpur, Maharashtra. It is affiliated to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University (DBATU), Lonere, approved by AICTE, New Delhi, and accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an A grade (score 3.18/4.00). RCPIT holds autonomous status, enabling it to design its own curriculum and examination processes.
The institute is spread across a 22-acre campus in Shirpur. Total student enrolment is 2,323, with a faculty strength of 104, of whom 54% hold a Ph.D. degree. The institute has produced more than 8,500 graduates and recorded over 12,000 campus placements since inception.
- B.Tech - 9 specialisations: Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Data Sciences, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering
- B.Tech Lateral Entry - Diploma-holder direct admission to Year 2 across the same 9 specialisations
- MCA (Master of Computer Applications) - 2-year programme
- Ph.D. - Research programmes in Computer Engineering and Electronics and Telecommunication
The total B.Tech fee is INR 6,56,000 for the full 4-year programme. MCA fees are INR 1,71,818 for the 2-year programme. Hostel charges are INR 24,000 per year for boys and INR 22,000 per year for girls.
In the 2023-24 placement season, the highest package offered was INR 19.14 LPA and the average package was INR 4 LPA. The placement rate for the batch stood at 80.14%.
RCPIT Admission Dates 2026
B.Tech admissions for the 2026-27 session are through the Maharashtra MHT-CET CAP (Centralised Admission Process) and JEE Main scores. RCPIT also runs a separate institute-level admissions window for candidates who did not participate in CAP or have seats remaining after all CAP rounds.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| MHT-CET 2026 Exam | April to May 2026 |
| MHT-CET CAP First Allotment 2026 | 2 August 2026 |
| CAP Round 2 and Further Rounds | August to September 2026 |
| Institute-Level Admissions | Post-CAP rounds, September to October 2026 |
| MCA Admission (Merit-based) | August to September 2026 |
The table below outlines the admission basis and eligibility for each programme at RCPIT Shirpur.
| Programme | Admission Basis | Minimum Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (1st Year) | MHT-CET or JEE Main score via CAP | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics with 45% aggregate (40% for reserved) |
| B.Tech Lateral Entry (2nd Year) | MHT-CET Diploma score via CAP | 3-year Diploma in Engineering with 45% aggregate |
| MCA | Merit-based (graduation marks) | Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics at graduation or Class 12 level |
| Ph.D. | GATE or UGC-NET or institute test | M.Tech or M.Sc in relevant field with 55% |
RCPIT Courses and Fees
RCPIT offers B.Tech across 9 specialisations, with total programme fee of INR 6,56,000 for all branches under the General quota. Lateral entry is available in all 9 specialisations at a fee of INR 3,83,478 for the 3-year programme. MCA and Ph.D. complete the postgraduate and research portfolio.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech - Computer Engineering | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45% and MHT-CET / JEE Main | INR 6,56,000 |
| B.Tech - Information Technology | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45% and MHT-CET / JEE Main | INR 6,56,000 |
| B.Tech - AI and Data Science | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45% and MHT-CET / JEE Main | INR 6,56,000 |
| B.Tech - AI and Machine Learning | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45% and MHT-CET / JEE Main | INR 6,56,000 |
| B.Tech - Data Sciences | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45% and MHT-CET / JEE Main | INR 6,56,000 |
| B.Tech - Civil Engineering | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45% and MHT-CET / JEE Main | INR 6,56,000 |
| B.Tech - Electrical Engineering | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45% and MHT-CET / JEE Main | INR 6,56,000 |
| B.Tech - Electronics and Telecommunication | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45% and MHT-CET / JEE Main | INR 6,56,000 |
| B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45% and MHT-CET / JEE Main | INR 6,56,000 |
| B.Tech Lateral Entry | 3 years | 3-year Diploma in relevant branch with 45% | INR 3,83,478 |
| MCA | 2 years | Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics | INR 1,71,818 |
| Ph.D. (CS / E&TC) | 3 years min. | M.Tech or M.Sc with 55% | INR 96,924 |
The uniform B.Tech fee of INR 6,56,000 across all 9 specialisations makes the institute particularly cost-effective for emerging branches like AI and Data Science, which typically command higher fees at comparable institutions.
RCPIT Admission Process
RCPIT follows the Maharashtra state CAP process for B.Tech first-year admissions. Autonomous status means RCPIT sets its own internal academic calendar and assessments, but admissions remain under the centralised DTE Maharashtra process.
B.Tech Admission (First Year)
B.Tech first-year admissions are through DTE Maharashtra’s Centralised Admission Process based on MHT-CET or JEE Main scores. RCPIT is also accessible to candidates under the management quota and institute-level admissions window for seats remaining after all CAP rounds.
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, minimum 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST/OBC)
- Entrance exams: MHT-CET or JEE Main
- Selection: MHT-CET percentile or JEE Main score-based merit list via DTE CAP
- Typical MHT-CET cutoff for Computer Engineering: 85th to 95th percentile (General Category, based on previous cycles)
B.Tech Lateral Entry
Diploma holders can take direct admission to Year 2 of B.Tech across all 9 specialisations through the DTE Maharashtra Lateral Entry CAP. Eligibility is a 3-year diploma in the relevant engineering branch with 45% aggregate.
MCA Admission
MCA admissions at RCPIT are through Maharashtra MAH-MCA CET or on merit in graduation marks, subject to DTE Maharashtra guidelines. The minimum eligibility is a bachelor’s degree with Mathematics at either graduation or Class 12 level.
RCPIT Placements
In the 2023-24 placement season, 355 students were placed out of 443 graduates, giving a placement rate of 80.14%. The highest package reached INR 19.14 LPA, while the average package stood at INR 4 LPA. The institute has cumulatively recorded over 12,000 campus placements since establishment.
Computer Engineering, Information Technology and AI-related branches see the highest placement activity, with recruiters from the IT and ITES sector. Core engineering branches (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical) see placements in manufacturing, infrastructure and public sector undertakings. TCS, IBM and Wipro are among the regularly visiting IT recruiters.
| Metric | 2023-24 |
|---|---|
| Students Eligible for Placement | 443 |
| Students Placed | 355 |
| Placement Rate | 80.14% |
| Highest Package | INR 19.14 LPA |
| Average Package | INR 4 LPA |
| Cumulative Campus Placements (since 2001) | 12,000+ |
RCPIT Rankings
RCPIT Shirpur is recognised by several national ranking surveys. In 2025 EducationWorld Engineering Rankings, RCPIT is ranked 92nd in India and 18th in Maharashtra. In the CSR 2025 Engineering Survey, the institute holds 16th rank in India and 2nd in Maharashtra. RCPIT also participates in NIRF rankings under the Engineering category.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 Rank |
|---|---|---|
| EducationWorld | Engineering Colleges - India | 92nd in India, 18th in Maharashtra |
| CSR Survey | Engineering Colleges - India | 16th in India, 2nd in Maharashtra |
| GHRDC Engineering Survey | Excellence Category | 9th in India, 4th in Maharashtra |
RCPIT holds a NAAC A accreditation with a score of 3.18/4.00 and an AICTE-IIC 5-Star Innovation Ecosystem rating. The institute was ranked 1st among 358 institutions by IIT Bombay in the Virtual Labs programme in 2025.
RCPIT Campus and Infrastructure
RCPIT is located in Shirpur, a town on the Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh border in Dhule district. The campus covers 22 acres and houses separate academic blocks for each engineering department, a central library, computing labs, research labs and sports facilities. The location in a semi-urban area means the campus is largely residential, with students from North Maharashtra, Vidarbha, and adjacent MP districts.
Total student strength is 2,323, served by a faculty of 104, with 54% of faculty holding Ph.D. degrees. The institute has produced over 8,500 graduates since 2001 and has 47 gold medalists and more than 1,000 university rankers. Hostel accommodation is available for both male and female students at INR 24,000 per year (boys) and INR 22,000 per year (girls), making residential costs significantly affordable compared to city-based colleges.
The institute’s research profile includes ICMR grants and active work on IIT Bombay-led Virtual Labs, where it holds the top rank among participating institutions. The research centre supports Ph.D. programmes in Computer Engineering and Electronics and Telecommunication.
RCPIT vs SSVPS BSD COE vs Sipna COE
Candidates from North Maharashtra, Vidarbha and adjacent Madhya Pradesh districts commonly compare RCPIT with SSVPS’s B.S. Deore College of Engineering in Dhule (same district as RCPIT) and Sipna College of Engineering and Technology in Amravati. All three are private AICTE-approved engineering colleges in Maharashtra offering B.Tech under DBATU or SANT Gadge Baba Amravati University.
| Parameter | RCPIT, Shirpur | SSVPS BSD COE, Dhule | Sipna COE, Amravati |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 2001 | 1983 | 2010 |
| Location | Shirpur, Dhule district | Dhule, Maharashtra | Amravati, Maharashtra |
| NAAC Grade | A (3.18/4) | A | A |
| B.Tech Fee (Total) | INR 6,56,000 | Comparable range | Comparable range |
| Placement (Highest, 2023-24) | INR 19.14 LPA | Not separately available | Not separately available |
| AI/ML Specialisations | Available (AI-DS, AI-ML, Data Sciences) | Limited newer specialisations | Available |
RCPIT leads in newer AI and Data Science specialisations and holds a stronger national ranking profile with EducationWorld and CSR survey ranks for 2025. SSVPS BSD COE has a longer history in the Dhule district and suits students looking for legacy institutional rankings. Sipna COE in Amravati is a newer institution and better suited for candidates from Vidarbha.
RCPIT FAQs
Ques. Is RCPIT Shirpur a government or private college?
Ans. RCPIT is a private autonomous engineering institute established in 2001. It is affiliated to DBATU, Lonere, approved by AICTE, and accredited by NAAC with an A grade (score 3.18/4.00). It is not a government institution.
Ques. What is the total B.Tech fee at RCPIT Shirpur?
Ans. The total B.Tech fee at RCPIT is INR 6,56,000 for the full 4-year programme, applicable uniformly across all 9 specialisations including Computer Engineering, AI and Data Science, Civil and Mechanical Engineering. Hostel charges are additional at INR 24,000 per year for boys and INR 22,000 per year for girls.
Ques. Which entrance exams does RCPIT accept for B.Tech admission?
Ans. RCPIT accepts MHT-CET and JEE Main scores for B.Tech admission through DTE Maharashtra’s Centralised Admission Process (CAP). The minimum eligibility is 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics with 45% aggregate (40% for SC/ST/OBC).
Ques. What is the highest placement package at RCPIT Shirpur?
Ans. The highest placement package at RCPIT in the 2023-24 season was INR 19.14 LPA. The average package stood at INR 4 LPA. The placement rate was 80.14%, with 355 out of 443 eligible graduates placed.
Ques. Does RCPIT Shirpur have hostel facilities?
Ans. Yes, RCPIT has separate hostel facilities for male and female students on campus. Hostel fees are INR 24,000 per year for boys and INR 22,000 per year for girls. The affordable hostel rates make RCPIT accessible for students from North Maharashtra and neighbouring MP districts.
Ques. What is RCPIT’s NAAC grade?
Ans. RCPIT holds a NAAC A grade with a score of 3.18 out of 4.00. The institute also holds an AICTE-IIC 5-Star rating for its Innovation Ecosystem and was ranked 1st among 358 institutions in India by IIT Bombay for Virtual Labs participation in 2025.
Ques. Does RCPIT Shirpur offer AI and Data Science B.Tech?
Ans. Yes, RCPIT offers three dedicated B.Tech specialisations in emerging technology fields: Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, and Data Sciences. All three carry the same total fee of INR 6,56,000 for the 4-year programme.
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R. C. Patel Institute of Technology (RCPIT) conducts admissions through the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) as per the guidelines of the State Government of Maharashtra. This process applies to both first-year and direct second-year (lateral entry) admissions
The fee per year for the electronic telecommunication is INR 1.15 Lakhs at the RC Patel Institute of Technology. You must have passed HSC or its equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the Chemistry or Biotechnology or Biology or Technical or Vocational subjects, and obtained at least 45% marks (at least 40% marks, in case of Backward class categories and Persons with Disability candidates belonging to Maharashtra State only) in the above subjects taken together; and obtained score in CET conducted by the Competent Authority.
RCPIT, JEE Main Cutoff 2023 for General Category is 14694 for CSE branch.
Yes, you can apply for admission to RCPIT Shirpur B.Tech. as there is lateral entry mode admission available.