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A. C. Patil College of Engineering (ACPCE) is a private engineering institute established in 1992, located at Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. It is affiliated to the University of Mumbai and approved by AICTE. ACPCE holds NAAC accreditation (Cycle 2) and autonomous status for curriculum design under the University of Mumbai framework.
ACPCE does not currently appear in the NIRF Engineering top-100 ranked list. No Collegedunia stream rank is available from the supplied articles for ACPCE Navi Mumbai.
The campus is situated at Sector 4, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, with well-connected access to Kharghar railway station on the Harbour Line. The institute has an active Innovation Cell and Makerspaces supporting student projects and entrepreneurship.
- BE programmes (9 branches) — Computer Science and Engineering, Computer Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Internet of Things, Electronics and Telecom Engineering, Information Technology, Aeronautical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- Fees: INR 4,84,000 (most branches) to INR 5,33,300 (AI and DS, IoT) for the full 4-year programme
- Admission: DTE Maharashtra CAP (MHT CET / JEE Main)
- MMS (Master in Management Studies) — equivalent to MBA — INR 2,39,000 (2 years)
- BMS (Bachelor of Management Studies) — INR 3,00,000 general quota (3 years)
- D.Pharm — INR 2,51,000 (2 years)
- Ph.D — Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering — INR 7,51,000 (minimum 3 years)
- BE Lateral Entry — INR 3,64,300 (3 years)
Campus placements are coordinated by the Training and Placement Cell. Key recruiters on record include TCS, Accenture, Capgemini, L&T, and ICB Technimont.
ACPCE Navi Mumbai Admission Dates 2026
ACPCE Navi Mumbai admissions for the 2026-27 academic session follow DTE Maharashtra CAP for BE and DTE MBA CAP for MMS. MHT CET 2026 forms the primary basis for BE seat allotment.
| Event | 2026-27 Status / Dates |
|---|---|
| MHT CET 2026 PCM Exam | April 11 to 19, 2026 |
| MHT CET 2026 Result | Declared June 16, 2026 (tentative) |
| DTE Maharashtra BE CAP Rounds | Ongoing — August to September 2026 |
| MAH MBA CET 2026 (2nd attempt) | Held May 9, 2026 |
| MAH MBA CET Results | Declared May 29, 2026 |
| DTE Maharashtra MBA CAP (MMS) | Expected August to September 2026 |
Course-wise entrance exams accepted at ACPCE are listed below.
| Programme | Entrance Exam Accepted | Admission Route |
|---|---|---|
| BE (all 9 branches) | MHT CET / JEE Main | DTE Maharashtra CAP (80%) + Institute Level (20%) |
| BE Lateral Entry | MHT CET Lateral | DTE Maharashtra CAP |
| MMS | MAH MBA CET / CAT / MAT / CMAT | DTE Maharashtra MBA CAP |
ACPCE Navi Mumbai Courses and Fees
ACPCE offers a diverse portfolio spanning engineering (9 BE branches), management (BMS and MMS), pharmacy (D.Pharm), and doctoral research (Ph.D). The total BE fee ranges from INR 4,84,000 to INR 5,33,300 depending on the branch.
| Programme | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| BE (CSE, CE, ECE/TE, IT, Aero, EE, Mech) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45%, MHT CET / JEE Main | INR 4,84,000 |
| BE (AI and Data Science, IoT) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 45%, MHT CET / JEE Main | INR 5,33,300 |
| BE Lateral Entry (all branches) | 3 years | Diploma in Engineering with 45% | INR 3,64,300 |
| MMS (equivalent to MBA) | 2 years | Graduation with 50%, MAH MBA CET / CAT / MAT | INR 2,39,000 |
| BMS | 3 years | 10+2 with 45% | INR 3,00,000 (general) / INR 25,000 (OBC/year) / INR 9,000 (SC/ST/year) |
| D.Pharm | 2 years | 10+2 PCB/PCM with 45% | INR 2,51,000 |
| Ph.D (Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering) | Min. 3 years | Post-graduation in relevant field | INR 7,51,000 |
Among the nine BE branches, Aeronautical Engineering (launched 2025-26) and Internet of Things are distinctive specialisations not commonly available at private colleges in the Navi Mumbai area. AI and Data Science and IoT carry a premium fee of INR 5,33,300 compared to the base fee of INR 4,84,000 for other branches.
ACPCE Navi Mumbai Admission Process
ACPCE follows the DTE Maharashtra centralised admission process for all BE and MMS seats. 80% of BE seats are filled through DTE Maharashtra CAP; the remaining 20% are Institute-Level (management quota) seats filled directly by ACPCE.
BE Admission
Eligibility requires 10+2 in PCM with at least 45% marks (40% for reserved categories). Candidates must have a valid MHT CET or JEE Main percentile score. ACPCE accepts both MHT CET and JEE Main scores for CAP seat allotment.
- Register on the DTE Maharashtra CAP portal (cetcell.mahacet.org)
- Complete document verification and option-form filling with ACPCE branch preferences
- Seat allotment published round-wise based on MHT CET percentile and category
- Accept allotted seat online, pay seat-acceptance fee, and report with original documents to ACPCE
MHT CET cutoffs at ACPCE typically range from around 80 to 95 percentile for CSE, Computer Engineering, and AI and DS in the General Category. ECE, IT, and Mechanical branches tend to have lower cutoffs. Aeronautical Engineering (new branch, 2025-26) is expected to fill at lower cutoffs in the initial years.
MMS Admission
Eligibility requires a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks and a valid MAH MBA CET, CAT, MAT, or CMAT score. DTE Maharashtra conducts MBA CAP counselling for all DTE-affiliated MMS seats including ACPCE. Institute-Level management quota seats are available directly from ACPCE for candidates who miss the CAP cutoff.
BE Lateral Entry
Diploma holders in Engineering with at least 45% marks can apply for Direct Second Year (lateral entry) BE admission through DTE Maharashtra Lateral CAP. The total fee for the 3-year lateral programme is INR 3,64,300.
ACPCE Navi Mumbai Placements
ACPCE Navi Mumbai operates a Training and Placement Cell (TPC) that organises on-campus and off-campus recruitment drives, quality certification programmes, and pre-placement training for final-year students.
The ACPCE TPC has a track record of engaging large IT services firms and core engineering companies. Key recruiters on record include TCS, Accenture, Capgemini, L&T, and ICB Technimont. The TPC also facilitates internships at partner organisations in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
The institute runs both on-campus and off-campus drives, with highest placement activity in the CSE, Computer Engineering, and IT branches. Core engineering placement is supported by L&T and sectoral manufacturing firms operating out of the Navi Mumbai industrial zone.
ACPCE Navi Mumbai Campus and Infrastructure
ACPCE is located at Sector 4, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai — approximately 1.5 km from Kharghar railway station on the Central Harbour Line, providing easy connectivity to Mumbai and Pune. The campus includes modern classrooms, branch-wise specialised laboratories, a library, a canteen, and a sports zone.
ACPCE maintains an active Innovation Cell with student-led Makerspaces for design, prototyping, and project development. The student-faculty ratio is maintained at 1:15. ACPCE also has an NAAC Cycle 2 accreditation and institutional autonomy status, allowing it to design and update its own curriculum while degrees are awarded by the University of Mumbai.
The institute does not have an on-campus hostel. Students typically reside in Kharghar and other Navi Mumbai sectors with private accommodation options available near the campus.
ACPCE vs Pillai College of Engineering vs Terna Engineering College
ACPCE competes with Pillai College of Engineering (New Panvel) and Terna Engineering College (Nerul) for engineering aspirants in the Navi Mumbai region — all three are affiliated to the University of Mumbai and admit through DTE Maharashtra CAP.
| Parameter | ACPCE Navi Mumbai | Pillai CoE New Panvel | Terna Engineering College |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 1992 | 1999 | 2009 |
| NAAC Grade | Accredited (Cycle 2) | A+ | A |
| BE Total Fee | INR 4,84,000 to 5,33,300 | INR 5,00,000 (approx) | INR 4,60,000 (approx) |
| Unique Branches | Aeronautical, IoT, AI and DS | CSE-AIML, Data Science | CSE, ECE, Civil, Mech |
| Hostel | No on-campus hostel | Available | Available |
| Key Recruiters | TCS, Accenture, L&T, Capgemini | TCS, Wipro, Infosys, L&T | TCS, Infosys, Mphasis |
Pillai CoE leads on NAAC grade (A+) and campus placement legacy. ACPCE offers a wider branch portfolio including the niche Aeronautical Engineering and IoT programmes. Terna is a newer institute with strong accreditation and campus facilities. For aspirants without a hostel requirement who prioritise programme variety, ACPCE is a strong option in the Kharghar-Navi Mumbai belt.
ACPCE Navi Mumbai FAQs
Ques. Is ACPCE Navi Mumbai a good college for engineering?
Ans. ACPCE holds NAAC Cycle 2 accreditation and is an autonomous institute affiliated to the University of Mumbai. It offers a wide range of BE branches including Aeronautical Engineering and IoT, and has a functioning Training and Placement Cell with key recruiters like TCS, Accenture, Capgemini, and L&T. It is a reasonable option for Navi Mumbai-region aspirants seeking a private autonomous engineering college through DTE Maharashtra CAP.
Ques. What is the MHT CET cutoff for ACPCE Navi Mumbai?
Ans. MHT CET cutoffs at ACPCE typically range from around 80 to 95 percentile for high-demand branches such as CSE, Computer Engineering, and AI and Data Science in the General Category. ECE, IT, and Mechanical branches tend to have lower cutoffs. Exact round-wise cutoffs are published on the DTE Maharashtra CAP portal (cetcell.mahacet.org) after each allotment round.
Ques. What is the total BE fee at ACPCE?
Ans. The total BE fee at ACPCE Navi Mumbai is INR 4,84,000 for 4 years for most branches (CSE, Computer Engineering, ECE/TE, IT, Aeronautical, Electrical, and Mechanical). Artificial Intelligence and Data Science and IoT branches cost INR 5,33,300 for 4 years. BE Lateral Entry (3 years) costs INR 3,64,300.
Ques. Does ACPCE Navi Mumbai have a hostel?
Ans. ACPCE does not have an on-campus hostel. Students typically arrange private accommodation in Kharghar and nearby Navi Mumbai sectors. The campus is approximately 1.5 km from Kharghar railway station on the Harbour Line, which provides easy connectivity across Navi Mumbai and Mumbai.
Ques. Is ACPCE affiliated to Mumbai University?
Ans. Yes, ACPCE Navi Mumbai is affiliated to the University of Mumbai. It also holds autonomous status, which means it designs its own curriculum and conducts its own examinations, while degrees are awarded under the University of Mumbai framework.
Ques. Does ACPCE offer Aeronautical Engineering?
Ans. Yes, ACPCE launched an Aeronautical Engineering BE programme from the 2025-26 academic year. The total 4-year fee for Aeronautical Engineering is INR 4,84,000. Admission is through DTE Maharashtra CAP using MHT CET or JEE Main scores.
Ques. What is the MMS fee at ACPCE Navi Mumbai?
Ans. The total MMS (Master in Management Studies) fee at ACPCE Navi Mumbai is INR 2,39,000 for the complete 2-year programme. MMS admission goes through DTE Maharashtra MBA CAP, based on MAH MBA CET, CAT, MAT, or CMAT scores. Minimum eligibility is a bachelor’s degree with 50% marks.
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