Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University) Pune (BVDU) is a private Deemed-to-be University established in 1964 by Dr Patangrao Kadam, receiving Deemed University status in 1966. It holds UGC Category I status and approvals from NMC, DCI, BCI, INC, PCI, AICTE, NCTE, NBA, and NABH for its respective programmes. BVDU has been accredited NAAC A++ in its 4th consecutive accreditation cycle, with a CGPA of 3.60 out of 4.0 from November 2024.
As per NIRF 2025, BVDU is ranked 59th in the University category and in the 101 to 150 band overall nationally.
BVDU operates 8 campuses spread across 188 acres, with the flagship Dhankawadi campus in Pune (Satara Road) hosting Medical, Dental, Engineering, Architecture, Ayurveda, Nursing, and Pharmacy institutes.
- MBBS, 4.5 years plus 1-year internship
- BDS (Dental), 4 years plus 1-year internship
- BAMS (Ayurveda) and BHMS (Homoeopathy), 4.5 years each
- B.Tech in CSE, Computer Engineering, AI, IT, ECE, E&TC, Robotics and Automation, Civil, Mechanical, and Chemical Engineering, 4 years
- B.Arch, 5 years
- MBA in Finance, Marketing, HR, Operations, IT and Management, 2 years
- BALLB (Hons.) / BBALLB, 5 years each
- BCA / B.Com / BBA / B.Sc in multiple specialisations, 3 years each
- B.Pharm, B.Sc Nursing, BPT, and allied health sciences (BASLP, B.Optom, etc.)
- PG programmes: MD/MS, MDS, M.Tech, MBA, LLM, M.Pharm, MCA, Pharm.D (PB), M.Sc Nursing
- Ph.D across 50+ disciplines
The total fees for MBBS at BVDU Pune is INR 140.43 Lakhs. B.Tech (CSE, Computer Engineering, and AI) fees are INR 12.55 Lakhs for 4 years. MBA fees range from INR 4.00 Lakhs to INR 5.00 Lakhs.
BVDU offers merit-cum-means scholarships under the Dr. Patangrao Kadam Scholarship scheme, alongside AICTE Swanath, AICTE Saksham, and government SC/ST/OBC/EWS schemes.
BVDU recorded a university-wide placement total of 5,164 students in 2024-25. The engineering college (BVUCOE Pune) reported a highest package of INR 27 LPA and average CTC of INR 6.4 LPA. The management institute (IMED Pune) reported a highest domestic package of INR 18 LPA and average of INR 7.4 LPA.
BVDU Admission Dates 2026
Admissions for the 2026-27 session have concluded across all programmes. BVP CET 2026 covered B.Tech, BBA, BCA, BALLB, B.Pharm, and B.Sc programmes. NEET UG 2026 governed medical, dental, Ayurveda, and Homoeopathy admissions. The next cycle (2027-28) is expected to open in early 2027.
| Event | 2026 Cycle (Concluded) |
|---|---|
| BVP CET 2026 exam date | June 13, 2026 |
| BVP CET 2026 result | June 19, 2026 |
| BVP CET 2026 counselling | June 29, 2026 |
| NEET UG 2026 exam | May 2026 |
| NEET UG 2026 Maharashtra counselling | July to August 2026 |
| MHT-CET 2026 (B.Tech) | April to May 2026 |
| MAH-MBA CET 2026 counselling (MBA) | June to July 2026 |
The 2027 admission cycle schedule is tentative and based on the previous year’s pattern.
| Event | 2027 Cycle (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| BVP CET 2027 registration | February to April 2027 |
| NEET UG 2027 exam | May 2027 |
| MHT-CET 2027 (B.Tech) | April to May 2027 |
| MAH-MBA CET 2027 | March 2027 |
BVDU Courses and Fees
BVDU offers over 200 programmes across medicine, dentistry, ayurveda, homoeopathy, engineering, architecture, law, management, pharmacy, nursing, and arts and science, through 48 constituent institutes. The table below covers flagship UG and PG programmes with general quota total fees for the full programme duration.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees (General) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS | 4.5 yrs + 1 yr internship | 10+2 PCB, NEET UG | INR 140.43 Lakhs |
| BDS | 4 yrs + 1 yr internship | 10+2 PCB, NEET UG | INR 25.48 Lakhs |
| BAMS | 4.5 yrs + 1 yr internship | 10+2 PCB, NEET UG | INR 33.15 Lakhs |
| BHMS | 4.5 yrs + 1 yr internship | 10+2 PCB, NEET UG | INR 14.70 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (CSE, Computer Engg, AI, IT, CS and Business Systems) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, MHT-CET/JEE/BVP CET | INR 12.55 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (ECE, E&TC, Robotics and Automation) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, MHT-CET/JEE/BVP CET | INR 10.83 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (Civil, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, MHT-CET/JEE/BVP CET | INR 7.59 Lakhs |
| B.Arch | 5 years | 10+2, NATA | INR 6.91 Lakhs |
| BALLB (Hons.) / BBALLB | 5 years | 10+2, MH-CET Law/BVP CET | INR 10.79 Lakhs |
| LLB (3-year) | 3 years | Graduation, merit/BVP CET | INR 0.71 Lakhs |
| MBA (Finance, Marketing, HR, Operations, IT) | 2 years | Graduation, MAH-MBA CET/CAT/BMAT | INR 4.00 to INR 5.00 Lakhs |
| B.Pharm | 4 years | 10+2 PCM/PCB | INR 7.13 Lakhs |
| B.Sc Nursing | 4 years | 10+2 PCB, NEET UG | INR 5.47 Lakhs |
| BPT (Physiotherapy) | 4.5 years | 10+2 PCB, NEET UG | INR 10.69 Lakhs |
| BBA / BCA | 3 years | 10+2 any stream, BUMAT/BVP CET | INR 7.94 Lakhs / INR 6.36 Lakhs |
PG programmes include MD/MS in 20+ specialisations, MDS in 9 dental specialisations, M.Tech in 15+ specialisations, LLM, M.Pharm, MCA, M.Sc Nursing, and MBA. Pharm.D (Post Baccalaureate) total fees are INR 6.71 Lakhs.
BVDU Admission Process
Medical, Dental, and AYUSH Programmes
MBBS, BDS, BAMS, and BHMS admissions are fully governed by NEET UG scores. Maharashtra state seats are allotted through the Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test Cell (MAH-CET Cell), which manages both AIQ and state quota counselling. Eligible candidates must qualify NEET UG and register on the MAH-CET Cell portal during the designated round windows.
B.Tech Admission via MHT-CET or BVP CET
B.Tech admissions at BV College of Engineering Pune accept MHT-CET, JEE Main, and the university’s own BVP CET. Maharashtra state students primarily come through MHT-CET. JEE Main scores are used for direct admission to the management/institutional quota seats. Minimum eligibility is 50% in 10+2 (PCM) for General category and 45% for reserved categories.
MBA via MAH-MBA CET or BMAT
MBA applicants need a graduation degree in any discipline. IMED Pune accepts MAH-MBA CET, CAT, CMAT, MAT, and the university’s own BMAT (Bharati Vidyapeeth Management Aptitude Test). Shortlisted candidates participate in a GD and personal interview.
Law, Architecture, and UG Science/Commerce
BALLB and LLB admissions go through MH-CET Law or BVP CET. B.Arch requires a valid NATA score. BBA and BCA admissions use BUMAT (BV Undergraduate Management Aptitude Test) or BVP CET. B.Com, BA, and B.Sc admissions are merit-based through BVP CET or direct on 10+2 marks.
BVDU Placements
Bharati Vidyapeeth reported a university-wide placement total of 5,164 students in 2024-25 across its constituent institutes. Placement outcomes vary significantly by programme stream.
Engineering (BVUCOE Pune): The highest package in 2024-25 was INR 27 LPA and the average CTC was INR 6.4 LPA, with an overall placement rate of 83%. A total of 61 companies participated in on-campus drives.
Management (IMED Pune): IMED reported a near-complete placement of 230 out of 231 eligible MBA students in 2023-24. The highest domestic package was INR 18 LPA and average CTC was INR 7.4 LPA.
| Programme | Metric | 2024-25 |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (BVUCOE Pune) | Highest Package | INR 27 LPA |
| B.Tech (BVUCOE Pune) | Average CTC | INR 6.4 LPA |
| B.Tech (BVUCOE Pune) | Placement Rate | 83% |
| MBA (IMED Pune) | Highest Package (Domestic) | INR 18 LPA |
| MBA (IMED Pune) | Average CTC | INR 7.4 LPA |
| University-wide | Total Students Placed | 5,164 |
Top recruiters at BVUCOE include TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Cognizant, L&T, Cummins, KPIT, and Capgemini. IMED’s placement record includes companies like IMRB, BASF, Coca Cola, JustDial, Thomas Cook, and L&T Infotech.
BVDU Rankings
BVDU is ranked by NIRF across multiple categories, reflecting the breadth of its constituent institutes. The university improved from rank 78 to rank 59 in the NIRF University category between 2024 and 2025.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 Rank / Band |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF | University | 59 |
| NIRF | Overall | 101 to 150 band |
| NIRF | Pharmacy | 78 |
| NIRF | Management (IMED) | 101 to 125 band |
| NIRF | Engineering | 151 to 200 band |
BVDU’s medical and dental constituent colleges participated in NIRF 2025 but did not appear in the published top-50 NIRF Medical and Dental rankings. BVDU holds NAAC A++ in its 4th consecutive cycle, the highest NAAC grade, with a CGPA of 3.60 out of 4.0 from November 2024 (valid 7 years).
BVDU Scholarships
BVDU offers institutional and government-funded scholarships for eligible students across its constituent institutes.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Patangrao Kadam Scholarship | 1st year UG/PG students, merit-cum-means | Tuition fee support (as per award) |
| AICTE Swanath Scholarship | Technical programme students who are orphans or wards of defence/paramilitary personnel | INR 50,000 per year |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship | Differently-abled students in AICTE-approved technical programmes | Per AICTE norms |
| PG Indira Gandhi Scholarship | Single girl child PG students | INR 36,200 over 2 years |
| Government SC/ST/OBC/EWS Schemes | State and central schemes via scholarships.gov.in | INR 10,000 to INR 50,000 per year |
| Vidya Lakshmi Education Loan | All eligible students | As per bank terms |
Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Junior Research Fellowship is available for BVDU PhD scholars. Students enrolled in state-recognised programmes can also access the Rajyashri Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Scholarship for SC students in Maharashtra.
BVDU Campus and Infrastructure
BVDU operates across 8 campuses covering a total area of 188 acres. The Dhankawadi campus, Pune (Satara Road) is the largest, hosting the Medical College and Hospital, Dental College, Ayurved College, Engineering College, Architecture College, Nursing College, Pharmacy College, Hotel Management Institute, and Research Institute among others.
The Erandwane campus, Pune hosts the Law College, Management Institute (IMED), Poona College of Pharmacy, and Arts, Commerce, and Science faculties. Additional campuses are operational in Navi Mumbai, Karad, Sangli, Kolhapur, Solapur, and New Delhi. Each campus includes hostels for male and female students, a library, sports facilities, and medical facilities.
BVDU collectively has 48 constituent institutes, over 80,000 students, and 1,600+ faculty members. The Dhankawadi campus hospital (Bharati Hospital) is a 640-bed teaching hospital offering tertiary care for the surrounding community and providing clinical training for MBBS and allied health students.
BVDU vs Symbiosis vs DY Patil
Candidates considering BVDU Pune frequently compare it against Symbiosis International (Deemed University) Pune and DY Patil Deemed to be University Pune. All three are private deemed universities in Pune with diverse programme portfolios, though each has distinct programme strengths.
| Parameter | BVDU Pune | Symbiosis Pune | DY Patil Pune |
|---|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1964 | 2002 | 2002 |
| NAAC Grade | A++ (3.60) | A++ (3.58) | A (2.66) |
| NIRF University 2025 | 59 | 22 | Not listed |
| UGC Category | Category I | Category I | Category II |
| Medical (MBBS) | Yes (NMC-approved) | No | Yes (DY Patil Medical) |
| Engineering | Yes (BVUCOE Pune) | Yes (SITE) | Yes |
| Law | Yes (BV Law College) | Yes (SLS Pune) | No |
| MBA Avg CTC (Latest) | INR 7.4 LPA (IMED) | INR 18 LPA (SIBM) | Not disclosed |
Symbiosis leads in Management (SIBM Pune average INR 18 LPA, NIRF University rank 22) and Law (SLS Pune), while BVDU’s stronger suit is its multi-discipline breadth including MBBS, Dental, BAMS, BHMS, Pharmacy, and a large allied health sciences vertical. BVDU’s B.Tech fees (INR 7.59 to 12.55 Lakhs) and MBA fees (INR 4.00 to 5.00 Lakhs) are notably lower than comparable Symbiosis or DY Patil fees.
BVDU FAQs
Ques. What is the MBBS fee at Bharati Vidyapeeth University?
Ans. The total fee for MBBS at Bharati Vidyapeeth Medical College, Pune (under BVDU) is INR 140.43 Lakhs for the complete 4.5-year programme plus 1-year compulsory internship, as per the 2026 general quota fee schedule. NRI quota fees are higher. Admission is strictly through NEET UG scores and Maharashtra State CET Cell counselling.
Ques. What is the NIRF rank of Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University?
Ans. As per NIRF 2025, BVDU is ranked 59th in the University category and in the 101 to 150 band in the Overall ranking. Its Pharmacy college (Kolhapur) is ranked 78th in Pharmacy. The Engineering college falls in the 151 to 200 band in Engineering. The Management institute (IMED) is in the 101 to 125 band in Management.
Ques. Does BVDU offer B.Tech admissions through MHT-CET?
Ans. Yes. BV College of Engineering (BVUCOE) Pune accepts MHT-CET, JEE Main, and BVP CET for B.Tech admissions. Maharashtra domicile students primarily get seats through MHT-CET counselling. The total B.Tech fee (CSE, Computer Engineering, AI, IT) is INR 12.55 Lakhs for 4 years.
Ques. What are the placement statistics at BVDU?
Ans. BVDU reported 5,164 total placements in 2024-25 across all institutes. BVUCOE Pune’s engineering placement recorded a highest package of INR 27 LPA and average CTC of INR 6.4 LPA at 83% placement rate. IMED Pune’s MBA placement reported a highest domestic package of INR 18 LPA and average of INR 7.4 LPA for the 2023-24 batch.
Ques. Is BVDU Pune NAAC A++ accredited?
Ans. Yes. Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University holds NAAC A++ accreditation in its 4th consecutive cycle, with a CGPA of 3.60 out of 4.0. The current accreditation was granted in November 2024 and is valid for 7 years (until approximately November 2031). BVDU also holds UGC Category I status.
Ques. When does BVDU 2027 admission start?
Ans. Based on the 2026 cycle pattern, BVDU admissions for 2027-28 are expected to open in early 2027. BVP CET 2027 registration is likely to begin around February to March 2027. For MBBS and NEET-governed programmes, Maharashtra State CET Cell counselling typically begins in July 2027 after NEET UG 2027 results. Official dates will be notified on the BVP and Maharashtra CET Cell portals.
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