Overview

Pune Institute of Engineering & Technology (PIET), commonly known as PIET Pune, is a private engineering college established in 1990 located in Pune, Maharashtra, India. The institute operates a single campus at Pune and is affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU). It holds approvals from the AICTE and the UGC. PIET is accredited with a NAAC Grade 'A' (2022 cycle).

Official website: http://piet.co.in/

Quick Facts

• Founder: Late Shri Padmashri Vasantdada Patil
• Principal: Dr. S. D. Khamitkar
• Students: Approx. 4000+
• Departments: 8+ (including Computer Science, Mechanical, Electronics)
• Faculty: 200+ experienced faculty members
• Contact: +91-20-27266696, info@piet.co.in
• NAAC Grade: A (2022) (source)
• NIRF Ranking: Not in top 200 in Engineering (2023)

Courses & Programs

• Faculties: Engineering (Core branch focus), Management (MBA)
• Popular UG Programs: B.E. in Computer Science, Mechanical, Civil, Electronics & Telecom, Electrical (4 years, regular mode)
• Popular PG Programs: M.E. in Computer Science, MBA (2 years, regular mode)
• PhD: Offered in selected engineering disciplines (part-time/full-time)
• Diploma Programs: Not available
• Seat Intake: Approx. 420 seats in UG engineering courses annually

Admissions

• Mode: Entrance-based merit with management quota provisions
• Accepted Exams: Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT-CET), JEE Main for engineering courses
• Timeline: Application starts March–April, counseling May–July
• Admission Info: http://piet.co.in/admission
• Apply: Candidates can apply online via the institute website or through state CET portals

Eligibility

• UG Courses: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics; minimum 45% marks for general category
• PG Courses: Relevant bachelor's degree with minimum 50% marks
• Age: As per MHT-CET/JEE guidelines
• Documents: Mark sheets, Entrance scorecard, Domicile/Category certificates, Passport size photo

Fee & Scholarships

• UG Tuition Fees: Approx. ₹1,40,000 per annum
• PG Tuition Fees: Approx. ₹1,20,000 per annum
• Hostel Fees: Around ₹50,000 per year (optional)
• Scholarships: Available for SC/ST/OBC/EWS and merit students through Maharashtra govt schemes (MAHA DBT)

Placements

• Placement Percentage: ~85% in core and IT sectors
• Average CTC: ₹3.5 LPA
• Highest CTC: ₹10 LPA
• Top Recruiters: TCS, Wipro, Infosys, L&T, KPIT, Cummins
• Placement Cell: Placement Dept
• Internships: Strong industry tie-ups for internships across Maharashtra

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: Separate boys and girls hostels with mess facilities
• Sports: Grounds for cricket, football, basketball, indoor games
• Labs: Well-equipped computer, electronics, mechanical engineering labs
• Library: Digital and physical collection with >50,000 books
• Healthcare: On-campus medical facility & tie-up with city hospitals
• Wi-Fi & Transport: Campus-wide Wi-Fi and bus services from key Pune locations
• Clubs/Fests: Technical, cultural, entrepreneurship clubs; annual fest “Panache”

Faculty & Research

• Notable Faculty: Experienced professors with PhDs from reputed institutes
• Research Centres: Focus on robotics, renewable energy, IoT
• Grants & Patents: Research funded by AICTE and DST; multiple filed patents
• MoUs: Collaborations with industry leaders and international bodies for R&D

Rankings

• NAAC: Grade A (2022) https://www.naac.gov.in/
• NIRF: Not ranked in Top 200 engineering colleges (2023) https://www.nirfindia.org/
• QS, India Today, Outlook ranks: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Cut-off Marks: Based on MHT-CET and JEE Main category-wise, usually above 120/360 for general category in CET
• Seat Matrix: Published annually on institute and SPPU admission portals
• Official Admission Page
• Exact cut-off details vary year to year and updated on Maharashtra State CET Cell portal

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Pune International Airport (Approx. 15 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Pune Railway Station (Approx. 12 km)
• City Transit: Accessible by Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mandi buses and local cabs

FAQs

Q1: What is the admission process for B.E. at PIET?

A1: Admissions are primarily through MHT-CET and JEE Main merit lists with counseling on state portals and direct applications for management quota.

Q2: Are scholarships available at PIET?

A2: Yes, Maharashtra government scholarships and institute merit scholarships are available for SC/ST/OBC/EWS students.

Q3: Does the institute provide hostel facilities?

A3: Yes, separate hostels for boys and girls with mess facilities are available on campus.

Q4: What is the fee structure for engineering courses?

A4: Approximate tuition fee is ₹1.4 lakh per annum, with hostel fees charged separately.

Q5: What companies recruit from PIET?

A5: Top recruiters include TCS, Infosys, Wipro, KPIT, L&T among others.

Q6: Is there a research focus at PIET?

A6: Yes, active R&D in robotics, IoT and renewable energy is ongoing with funded projects and patents.

Q7: How can I contact the placement cell?

A7: Via the principal or placement officer emails found on the official placement page.

Q8: When are the typical application deadlines?

A8: Applications generally open in March-April with counseling from May-July for the academic session starting July-August.

Q9: Is distance learning available?

A9: No, courses are offered in full-time regular mode only.

Q10: Are there internship opportunities?

A10: Yes, strong industry tie-ups facilitate internships during summer and final year.