Overview

• Official Name: Directorate of Technical Education, Maharashtra (DTE Maharashtra)
• Common Names: DTE Mumbai, Maharashtra DTE
• Type: Government State Directorate under the Department of Technical Education, Maharashtra
• Established: 1960
• Campus Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India (Head Office)
• Approvals & Affiliations: AICTE approved; Regulatory authority for technical education institutions in Maharashtra; Not a degree awarding body, coordinates admissions and policy for technical institutions; Overseen by Government of Maharashtra. Official Website
• Website: https://dtemaharashtra.gov.in/

Quick Facts

• Founder: Government of Maharashtra
• Director: Not specified on official sources as of 2024-06-10
• Student Population: Coordinates admissions of over 4 lakh+ engineering/technical students across Maharashtra
• Departments/Faculties Coordinated: Engineering, Pharmacy, Architecture, Management, Diploma, and IT courses at affiliated colleges
• Contact: Phone: +91-22-22623345, Email: dte@maharashtra.gov.in, Address: 3rd Floor, A - Wing, Old Custom House, Mumbai - 400001
• NAAC Grade: Not applicable (DTE is a regulatory body, not an academic institution)
• NIRF Rankings: Not applicable for DTE as it is not a college/university

Courses & Programs

• Faculties Coordinated:
  • Engineering: UG - B.E./B.Tech, PG - M.E./M.Tech, PhD; Duration UG - 4 years, PG - 2 years; Mode - Regular
  • Pharmacy: D.Pharma, B.Pharma, M.Pharma; Duration varies 2-4 years; Mode - Regular
  • Architecture: B.Arch, M.Arch; Duration UG - 5 years; Mode - Regular
  • Management: MBA, PGDM; Duration - 2 years; Mode - Regular
  • Diploma Programs: Various engineering and technology diplomas; Duration - 3 years; Mode - Regular/part-time
• Exact intake varies by affiliated institute, coordinated centrally through DTE Maharashtra

Admissions

• Admission Modes: Through Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (MHT-CET), JEE Main (for engineering), GPAT (for pharmacy PG), CAP Counselling conducted by DTE Maharashtra
• Accepted Entrance Exams: MHT-CET, JEE Main, GATE (for PG), GPAT
• Typical Admission Timeline: Application starts April-May, counselling/process May-July annually DTE Admission Page
• Application Process:
  1. Register on DTE Maharashtra portal https://fe2024.mahacet.org/
  2. Fill online application form for admissions and entrance exam (if applicable)
  3. Upload required documents and pay application fee online
  4. Participate in Centralized Admission Process (CAP Counselling)
  5. Confirm seat allotment and complete institute-level admission formalities
  6. Offline applications are generally not accepted; official notification should be checked yearly.

Eligibility Criteria

• Engineering UG (B.E./B.Tech): Passed HSC (12th) with Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biology; Minimum 50% aggregate (varies by category)
• Pharmacy UG (B.Pharm): Passed 12th Science with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics
• MBA: Bachelor’s degree from recognized university with minimum 50% aggregate
• PG Engineering (M.E./M.Tech): B.E./B.Tech degree in relevant discipline with minimum 55%
• Documents Required:
  • Mark sheets and passing certificates
  • Entrance exam scorecard (MHT-CET/JEE/GATE/GPAT)
  • Caste/category certificate (if applicable)
  • Domicile certificate (for Maharashtra quota)
  • Photo ID proof
  • Passport sized photographs

Fee Structure & Scholarships

• Indicative Fees (Per Year):
  • Engineering UG: ₹1,20,000 – ₹1,50,000 (Government colleges lower end; private colleges higher)
  • MBA PG: ₹1,50,000 – ₹2,50,000
  • Hostel Fees: ₹30,000 – ₹60,000 (varies by college)
  • Exam and other fees: ₹5,000 – ₹10,000
• Scholarships & Financial Aid:
  • Government of Maharashtra scholarships (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/NT) through State Scholarship Portal MahaDBT Portal
  • Central government scholarships (e.g. Post Matric Scholarships)
  • Institute merit-based scholarships at affiliated colleges
  • Fee concessions for reserved categories as per government norms

Placements & Career Outcomes

• Placement Highlights: Varies widely by affiliated college/institute; some government institutes report ~70-90% placements
• Average CTC: ₹3-6 LPA; Highest CTC: ₹20+ LPA in premier govt colleges (sample data from affiliated colleges)
• Top Recruiters: Tata Group, L&T, Infosys, Wipro, Reliance, Mahindra, Cognizant, Accenture
• Placement Cell: Functional at individual colleges under DTE guidance; DTE provides coordination and support DTE Placement Info
• Internship Support: Facilitated through affiliated colleges with industry tie-ups

Campus & Facilities

• Campus: DTE Maharashtra is an administrative body without physical campuses for students; affiliated colleges have multiple campuses across Maharashtra
• Facilities in Affiliated Colleges: Hostels, mess, sports facilities, well-equipped laboratories, libraries, healthcare centers, Wi-Fi, bus/transport facilities
• Student Activities: Various cultural and technical festivals managed by affiliated institutes
• For campus-specific facilities, refer to respective affiliated institute websites

Faculty & Research

• Faculty Management: Faculty recruited and managed at affiliated colleges under AICTE and government norms
• Research Centers/Grants: Multiple government and private affiliated colleges have research centers with grants from DST, AICTE, and other agencies
• MoUs/Patents: Individual institutes affiliated to DTE Maharashtra hold various MoUs with industry and universities; specifics vary
• Directorate does not directly conduct research or faculty appointments

Rankings & Reputation

• DTE Maharashtra: Not subject to typical rankings as it is a regulatory/admission authority
• Affiliated Institutions: Some affiliated institutes ranked in NIRF Engineering (e.g., Government College of Engineering, Pune)
• For detailed rankings, refer to individual college listings on NIRF

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Results & Seat Allotments: Published on official DTE portal - https://dtemaharashtra.gov.in/ during CAP counselling phases
• Typical Cut-Offs: For Maharashtra state candidates via MHT-CET, category-wise cut-offs fluctuate yearly; e.g., general category engineering seats’ cutoff marks vary between 85-120 (out of 200)
• Seat Matrix: Detailed seat matrix available in the CAP brochure annually on DTE website

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai (~5 km from DTE office)
• Nearest Railway Station: Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST), Mumbai (~3 km)
• City Connectivity: Mumbai has extensive suburban railway network, metro lines, buses, taxis, and autorickshaws
• Local Transit: BEST buses, local trains, Mumbai Metro connect various parts of the city to DTE office location

FAQs

Q1: What is the role of DTE Maharashtra?

A1: DTE coordinates admissions, regulates technical institutions, oversees policy implementation for engineering, pharmacy, architecture, and related courses in Maharashtra.

Q2: How do I apply for engineering admission through DTE Maharashtra?

A2: Candidates must register online on the DTE portal and participate in CAP Counselling based on MHT-CET or JEE Main scores. See DTE website for details.

Q3: Which entrance exams are accepted?

A3: MHT-CET, JEE Main (for engineering), GPAT (for pharmacy PG), GATE (for engineering PG).

Q4: Are there management quota seats?

A4: Maharashtra government institutions reserve most seats for merit-based CAP counselling; private institutes may have management quota but must adhere to DTE rules.

Q5: What scholarships are available?

A5: Government scholarships for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), merit-based scholarships, and fee concessions per state government norms.

Q6: How are results and seat allotments communicated?

A6: Via the official DTE Maharashtra website during CAP counselling phases.

Q7: Can I apply offline?

A7: Currently, all applications and counselling processes are conducted online through the DTE portal.

Q8: Does DTE Maharashtra grant degrees?

A8: No, DTE is a regulatory body that oversees affiliated institutes; degrees are awarded by respective universities.

Q9: How to contact DTE Maharashtra for queries?

A9: Phone: +91-22-22623345; Email: dte@maharashtra.gov.in; visit official website.

Q10: What documents are required for admission?

A10: Mark sheets, entrance exam scorecards, category certificates, domicile proof, photo ID, and passport photos.