N.B. Navale Sinhgad College of Engineering (NBSCE) is a private unaided engineering institution in Solapur, Maharashtra. It is affiliated to Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Solapur University (formerly Solapur University) and approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). NBSCE is part of the Sinhgad Group of Institutions, one of the largest private engineering college networks in Maharashtra.
NBSCE does not currently appear in the NIRF rankings for engineering colleges published by the Ministry of Education.
The college is located in Solapur, Maharashtra, a city in the southern part of the state near the Karnataka border. Hostel facilities are available for both male and female students up to INR 39,000 per year.
- NBSCE offers B.Tech and ME programmes:
- B.Tech - Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
- ME - Structural Engineering
- Total B.Tech intake (all branches): admitted through DTE Maharashtra CAP
The total B.Tech fee under the general quota is INR 3,82,000 for the four-year programme, uniform across all five branches. ME Structural Engineering costs INR 1,90,000 for two years.
SC, ST, OBC, NT, VJ, and EWS students admitted through the Maharashtra CAP process may apply for the state government freeship scheme, which can reduce net payment substantially for qualifying candidates.
NBSCE Admission Dates 2026
NBSCE B.Tech admissions for the 2026-27 session are conducted through the DTE Maharashtra Centralised Admission Process (CAP) based on MHT-CET 2026 or JEE Main scores. The MHT-CET exam was held in April 2026 and CAP allotment rounds are currently in progress for the Solapur region colleges.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| MHT-CET 2026 PCM Exam | April 11 to April 19, 2026 |
| MHT-CET 2026 Result | June 16, 2026 (Tentative) |
| DTE Maharashtra CAP Registration | July 2026 |
| CAP Allotment Rounds (Round 1 to 4) | August to September 2026 (Ongoing) |
| ME Structural Engineering (PGCET) | Contact NBSCE admissions office |
The table below shows the entrance exams accepted for each programme at NBSCE.
| Programme | Exam Accepted | Selection Basis |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (all branches) | MHT-CET (PCM) or JEE Main | DTE Maharashtra CAP merit rank |
| B.Tech Lateral Entry (DSE) | DTE Maharashtra DSE CAP | Diploma merit rank |
| ME Structural Engineering | DTE Maharashtra PGCET or GATE | PGCET or GATE score |
NBSCE Courses and Fees
NBSCE offers five B.Tech programmes and one ME specialisation at the postgraduate level. The total B.Tech fee under the general quota is INR 3,82,000 for four years, approved by the Maharashtra Shikshan Shulka Samiti for CAP-quota seats. No branch carries a fee premium - Civil, CSE, Electrical, Electronics and Telecom, and Mechanical Engineering all cost the same. The ME Structural Engineering programme costs INR 1,90,000 for two years.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | General Quota Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech - Civil Engineering | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, 45% General / 40% Reserved + MHT-CET or JEE Main | INR 3,82,000 |
| B.Tech - Computer Science and Engineering | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, 45% General / 40% Reserved + MHT-CET or JEE Main | INR 3,82,000 |
| B.Tech - Electrical Engineering | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, 45% General / 40% Reserved + MHT-CET or JEE Main | INR 3,82,000 |
| B.Tech - Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, 45% General / 40% Reserved + MHT-CET or JEE Main | INR 3,82,000 |
| B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, 45% General / 40% Reserved + MHT-CET or JEE Main | INR 3,82,000 |
| ME - Structural Engineering | 2 years | Relevant BE / B.Tech + PGCET or GATE | INR 1,90,000 |
At INR 95,500 per year, NBSCE is one of the more affordable regulated private engineering options in the Solapur region. The fee is SSS-approved for CAP-quota seats and cannot be exceeded by the institute for CAP-admitted students. Management and NRI quota fees, where available, are set outside this regulated structure - confirm directly with NBSCE for those rates.
NBSCE Admission Process
B.Tech admissions at NBSCE are entirely through the DTE Maharashtra CAP process. Management quota seats are available for direct admission outside the CAP system. ME admissions go through DTE Maharashtra PGCET or GATE.
B.Tech Admission - Eligibility and Selection
- Eligibility: Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Minimum 45% aggregate for General category. Minimum 40% for Reserved category (SC, ST, OBC, NT, VJ, EWS).
- Entrance: Valid MHT-CET (PCM) or JEE Main 2026 score required for CAP-quota seats.
- Selection process: Register on the DTE Maharashtra CAP portal, complete online document verification, fill option form with NBSCE and preferred branch, await allotment result, and choose FREEZE, FLOAT, or SLIDE at each round.
- Report to NBSCE with original Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets, MHT-CET scorecard, domicile certificate, and caste certificate if applicable.
ME Admission - Eligibility and Selection
- Eligibility: Relevant BE or B.Tech degree (Civil or Structural Engineering preferred for ME Structural). Valid PGCET or GATE score required.
- Selection: DTE Maharashtra PGCET merit rank for general quota seats. Management quota seats may be filled directly by NBSCE - contact the admissions office.
B.Tech Lateral Entry (DSE)
- Diploma holders in relevant engineering disciplines may apply for Direct Second Year (DSE) lateral entry via the DTE Maharashtra DSE CAP. Minimum 45% in the diploma (General) / 40% (Reserved).
NBSCE Scholarships
Students admitted to NBSCE through the Maharashtra CAP process are eligible for state and central government scholarship schemes. The Sinhgad Group may also offer internal merit-based concessions - confirm current-cycle details with the NBSCE admissions office.
| Scholarship / Scheme | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Freeship | SC, ST, VJ, NT, OBC, SBC, EWS students admitted through CAP | Tuition and examination fees |
| EBC Fee Waiver | Economically Backward Class students (family income below prescribed limit) | Full fee waiver |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC / ST) | SC and ST students | Central government scheme via National Scholarship Portal |
| OBC / NT / SBC Scholarship | OBC, Nomadic Tribe, and Special Backward Class candidates | Maharashtra government scholarship |
Apply for government scholarships through the Maharashtra state scholarship portal after confirming admission. Track deadlines carefully - missing the annual scholarship window means forfeiting the benefit for that year. Contact the NBSCE scholarship cell for guidance on the application process.
NBSCE Campus and Infrastructure
NBSCE is located in Solapur, Maharashtra, a city with good road and rail connectivity within the state and across the Karnataka border. The campus serves as a branch of the Sinhgad Group of Institutions, which operates a large number of engineering colleges across Maharashtra and brings a shared administrative and academic infrastructure to its affiliate colleges.
The campus has engineering laboratories for all five B.Tech departments, a central library, computer centres, and seminar halls. Hostel accommodation is available for both male and female students at up to INR 39,000 per year. Mess facilities are provided on campus. Candidates from outside Solapur city considering NBSCE should confirm hostel availability and current charges with the college before accepting a CAP seat allotment.
Transport facilities for day scholars from Solapur city and nearby areas are available. The Sinhgad Group brand gives NBSCE access to shared placement networks and industry connect programmes that individual standalone colleges may not be able to sustain independently.
NBSCE vs VIT Solapur vs Fabtech College of Engineering
Students applying to NBSCE through the DTE Maharashtra CAP typically consider other private engineering colleges in Solapur and its belt that accept MHT-CET scores and are affiliated to Solapur University or adjacent universities. Vivekanand Institute of Technology (VIT Solapur) and Fabtech College of Engineering and Technology (Sangola, Solapur district) serve the same MHT-CET aspirant pool from the Solapur-Osmanabad-Latur region.
| Parameter | NBSCE Solapur | VIT Solapur | Fabtech CoET Sangola |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | Solapur, Maharashtra | Solapur, Maharashtra | Sangola, Solapur district |
| University | Solapur University (PAHSU) | Solapur University (PAHSU) | Solapur University (PAHSU) |
| Group / Trust | Sinhgad Group of Institutions | Independent trust | Independent trust |
| AICTE Approved | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| General Quota B.Tech Fee (4yr) | INR 3,82,000 | Contact institute | Contact institute |
| Admission Route | DTE Maharashtra CAP | DTE Maharashtra CAP | DTE Maharashtra CAP |
| Hostel | Available (up to INR 39,000/yr) | Contact institute | Contact institute |
NBSCE benefits from the Sinhgad Group network, which provides placement connections and academic resources across its multi-campus operations in Maharashtra. VIT Solapur is an independent institution in the same city with similar branch offerings and the same DTE CAP admission route. Fabtech College of Engineering in Sangola serves students from the rural Solapur district belt who prefer a college closer to home. All three accept MHT-CET scores through the same DTE Maharashtra CAP process, so aspirants can preference all three in one option form.
NBSCE FAQs
Ques. Which university is NBSCE Solapur affiliated to?
Ans. N.B. Navale Sinhgad College of Engineering (NBSCE) is affiliated to Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Solapur University (formerly Solapur University). The college is approved by AICTE and is part of the Sinhgad Group of Institutions. All B.Tech and ME degrees are awarded by Solapur University.
Ques. What is the B.Tech fee at NBSCE Solapur?
Ans. The total B.Tech fee at NBSCE under the general quota is INR 3,82,000 for the four-year programme, uniform across all five branches: Civil, CSE, Electrical, Electronics and Telecommunication, and Mechanical Engineering. This is the Maharashtra Shikshan Shulka Samiti-approved fee for CAP-quota seats. Management quota fees are set outside this structure - contact NBSCE directly.
Ques. How is B.Tech admission done at NBSCE?
Ans. B.Tech admissions at NBSCE are through the DTE Maharashtra Centralised Admission Process (CAP). Candidates need a valid MHT-CET (PCM) or JEE Main score. Minimum Class 12 PCM aggregate is 45% for General category and 40% for Reserved. CAP allotment rounds are underway at cetcell.mahacet.org. Management quota seats are filled directly by NBSCE outside CAP.
Ques. Does NBSCE have hostel facilities?
Ans. Yes. NBSCE has hostel accommodation for both male and female students at up to INR 39,000 per year. Mess facilities are also available on campus. Contact the NBSCE hostel office for current per-year rates and availability before accepting a CAP seat allotment.
Ques. Is NBSCE part of the Sinhgad Group?
Ans. Yes. N.B. Navale Sinhgad College of Engineering is part of the Sinhgad Group of Institutions, one of the largest private engineering college networks in Maharashtra. The Sinhgad Group operates multiple engineering and professional colleges across the state. NBSCE is the group’s campus in Solapur affiliated to Solapur University.
Ques. What are the B.Tech branches offered at NBSCE Solapur?
Ans. NBSCE offers B.Tech in Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. All five are four-year programmes affiliated to Solapur University, with admission through DTE Maharashtra CAP. The ME programme is offered in Structural Engineering only.
Ques. Can SC and ST students get fee waiver at NBSCE?
Ans. SC, ST, VJ, NT, OBC, SBC, and EWS students admitted through the DTE Maharashtra CAP can apply for the Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj freeship scheme through the Maharashtra state scholarship portal. The scheme covers tuition and examination fees for qualifying students, reducing net out-of-pocket payment to near zero. Track application deadlines after admission to avoid missing the annual benefit.
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