The Master of Engineering (M.E.) in Information Technology at Siddhant College of Engineering (SCOE), Sudumbare, Pune, Maharashtra is a 2-year full-time postgraduate engineering programme approved by AICTE and affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU). SCOE is accredited by NAAC with Grade B. The programme covers advanced software engineering, cloud computing, network security, data science, distributed systems, machine learning applications, and research methodology. Admission is through GATE score via the DTE Maharashtra Postgraduate CAP on cetcell.mahacet.org; non-GATE seats are filled at the institute level.
M.E. 2026-27 admissions at SCOE are conducted through GATE score-based DTE Maharashtra PG CAP. GATE 2026 was held February 7-15, 2026; result was declared March 19, 2026. DTE Maharashtra PG CAP registration and option-entry rounds are expected in June to August 2026. Monitor cetcell.mahacet.org for the official schedule.
Key Points
- Programme: M.E. in Information Technology, 2 Years, Full Time
- Total Fees: ₹91,000 (2 Years, FRA-approved AY 2025-26)
- Affiliation: Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) | Accreditation: NAAC Grade B
- Eligibility: B.E./B.Tech in Information Technology or related discipline, 50 percent
- Admission: GATE 2026 score via DTE Maharashtra PG CAP (cetcell.mahacet.org)
- Located at Sudumbre, Chakan-Talegaon Road, Pune 412 109; AICTE approved
SCOE Sudumbare M.E. (IT) Fees
M.E. (IT) Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (2 Years) | ₹80,746 |
| Development Fee (2 Years) | ₹10,254 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | ₹91,000 |
- Fee as per FRA-approved fee structure for AY 2025-26 at Siddhant College of Engineering, Sudumbare (DTE Code: 6149). Annual fee (Open/OBC/NT) is ₹45,500 (Tuition ₹40,373 + Development ₹5,127). Total for the 2-year M.E. programme is ₹91,000.
- SC/ST candidates pay no fee (full waiver) as per Maharashtra government norms; all other categories pay the same fee as Open for M.E. Apply for fee concession/scholarship through MahaDBT portal after admission.
SCOE Sudumbare M.E. (IT) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| GATE 2026 Exam | February 7-8 and 14-15, 2026 |
| GATE 2026 Result | March 19, 2026 |
| DTE Maharashtra PG CAP Notification | June 2026 (Tentative) |
| PG CAP Registration and Document Verification | June to July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Option Entry (Choice Filling) on cetcell.mahacet.org | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| PG CAP Round 1 Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Institute Level Admission (Non-GATE) | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Classes Commence | September 2026 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| GATE 2026 (CS (Computer Science and Information Technology)) | Oct 13, 2025 | Feb 7, Feb 08, Feb 14 and Feb 15, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 |
- Admission to M.E. Information Technology at SCOE is primarily through GATE 2026 score via DTE Maharashtra PG CAP. Candidates register at cetcell.mahacet.org, upload B.E./B.Tech marksheets, GATE scorecard, and other documents, then fill preferences and receive allotment based on GATE score and category.
- Non-GATE seats are filled by SCOE at the institute level after CAP rounds, based on B.E./B.Tech aggregate; candidates may apply directly to the college admissions office.
- After allotment, report to SCOE Sudumbare with original certificates: B.E./B.Tech marksheets (all semesters), degree/provisional certificate, GATE scorecard, domicile certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), and allotment letter.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed B.E./B.Tech or equivalent in Information Technology or a closely related discipline from a recognized university with a minimum aggregate of 50 percent marks (45 percent for reserved category candidates as per DTE Maharashtra norms).
- Valid GATE 2026 score in CS (Computer Science and Information Technology) or related paper is required for admission through DTE Maharashtra PG CAP; non-GATE candidates may apply under institute-level quota.
- Domicile in Maharashtra for Maharashtra State quota seats. Candidates must satisfy DTE Maharashtra 2026 PG CAP eligibility norms on cetcell.mahacet.org.
Admission Process
- Obtain a valid GATE 2026 score in CS (Computer Science and Information Technology) (GATE 2026 result declared March 19, 2026); check SPPU M.E. eligibility on cetcell.mahacet.org.
- Register for DTE Maharashtra PG CAP (June to July 2026, Tentative) on cetcell.mahacet.org; upload B.E./B.Tech marksheets, GATE scorecard, degree certificate, and domicile certificate.
- Fill option entry; include SCOE Sudumbare and M.E. Information Technology among preferences based on GATE score and rank.
- Receive PG CAP allotment letter (August 2026, Tentative); report to SCOE Sudumbare with original documents for seat acceptance.
- Pay first-year fee (₹45,500) and submit documents to confirm admission to M.E. Semester 1.
- Classes for M.E. Semester 1 commence in September 2026 as per the SPPU PG academic calendar.
SCOE Sudumbare M.E. (IT) Scholarships 2026
M.E. (IT) Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| GATE Fellowship (MHRD/AICTE) | ₹12,400/month (for GATE-qualified students) | GATE score holders admitted through PG CAP; disbursed by AICTE/MHRD |
| Government of Maharashtra Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/NT/SBC) | Full tuition fee reimbursement + maintenance | Applicable categories; apply via mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in |
| OBC Non-Creamy Layer Post-Matric Scholarship | Tuition fee + maintenance allowance | OBC (NCL) students; family income below ₹8 lakh; apply via MahaDBT |
| AICTE PG Scholarship | ₹12,400/month | GATE-qualified students in AICTE-approved PG programmes; apply via AICTE portal |
- GATE-qualified students admitted to M.E. through DTE Maharashtra PG CAP are eligible for the AICTE PG Scholarship of ₹12,400 per month; apply through the AICTE scholarship portal after admission confirmation.
- Maharashtra government scholarships (SC/ST/NT/OBC/EBC) are disbursed through MahaDBT (mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in); apply within the notified deadline with attested income and caste certificates.
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