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Admissions Open — B.E. Programmes 2026–27

Applications are open for all five B.E. branches for academic year 2026–27. Admissions follow DTE Maharashtra and BAMU rules. Maharashtra students usually come through MHT-CET and CAP counselling. Vacant seats after CAP may be filled at institute level as per DTE notifications. Our institute code is 02777.

Visit the campus if you can — see the labs, meet the admissions staff, and shortlist your branch before CAP option filling. The office helps with MHT-CET registration queries, CAP steps, document verification, fees, and stay options for outstation students.

Course-wise Intake Capacity

The following table summarises the sanctioned intake for each B.E. programme. All programmes are four-year full-time degrees affiliated to BAMU and approved by AICTE.

Website information is indicative and subject to change. For the most accurate and up-to-date details, contact the college admissions office (helpdesk@cdscollege.in · +91 84548 88768) or visit during working hours.

Eligibility Criteria for B.E. Admission

Candidates must satisfy the eligibility norms prescribed by DTE Maharashtra and BAMU for undergraduate engineering admission:

• Educational Qualification: Passed HSC (10+2) or equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with one of Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or a Technical Vocational subject.
• Minimum Marks: At least 45% aggregate marks in the above subjects for Open category candidates, and 40% for candidates belonging to reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC as per state rules).
• Entrance Examination: Valid score in MHT-CET and/or JEE Main as applicable under the current admission policy for Maharashtra state quota and institute-level seats.
• Domicile & Category Certificates: Required where applicable; caste validity and non-creamy layer certificates must be submitted for reserved category claims.
• Age: No upper age limit unless specified otherwise in the current DTE notification.

Admission Process

Most Maharashtra students are admitted through MHT-CET merit and CAP counselling rounds. After CAP, remaining seats may be filled through institute-level counselling at CDS College (including eligible JEE Main candidates, where applicable), subject to DTE rules and seat availability.

Path 1 — MHT-CET & CAP (Maharashtra state admission)

1. MHT-CET registration: Register on the State CET Cell portal when the application window opens for the academic year. Keep login credentials, a recent photograph, and HSC details ready.
2. Appear for MHT-CET: Take the examination as per the schedule notified by the CET Cell. Download your scorecard and check merit status on the official portal.
3. CAP registration: Register for engineering CAP on the portal notified by DTE / CET Cell for 2026–27.
4. Option form: Fill your branch and institute preferences. Include CDS College of Engineering (DTE code 02777) and your preferred B.E. programme(s).
5. CAP counselling rounds: Participate in allotment rounds. Accept the allotment, download the allotment letter, and note document verification and reporting deadlines.
6. Report to CDS College: Visit the college within the prescribed period with the CAP allotment letter, MHT-CET scorecard, originals and photocopies of required documents, and fee payment as per your admission category.
7. Enrollment: After verification and fee confirmation, complete enrollment formalities, collect your ID card, and attend orientation.

Path 2 — Institute-level admission (rolling intake)

After CAP rounds, vacant seats and admissions under categories permitted by DTE may be offered through institute-level counselling at CDS College.

1. Enquiry: Submit an online enquiry, call, or visit the admissions office. Our team explains eligibility, branch options, and the remaining seat matrix.
2. Application & merit review: Share your MHT-CET / JEE Main scorecard and academic documents. Merit lists are prepared as per DTE rules.
3. Counselling & document verification: Attend counselling at the college. Original certificates and mark sheets are verified.
4. Fee payment & enrollment: Pay prescribed fees and complete enrollment as above.

CAP dates, registration windows, and eligibility rules change each year — always verify the latest notification on the official portals below. Our admissions office can guide you through MHT-CET registration, CAP option filling, and institute reporting steps.

Required Documents at Admission

• MHT-CET / JEE Main scorecard and admit card
• CAP allotment letter and CAP registration printouts (for CAP admissions)
• DTE / CET Cell acknowledgement slips and fee receipts as applicable
• SSC (10th) and HSC (12th) mark sheets and passing certificates
• Leaving / Transfer certificate from the last institution attended
• Birth certificate or equivalent proof of date of birth
• Domicile certificate and nationality proof (if applicable)
• Caste certificate, caste validity certificate, and non-creamy layer certificate (for reserved categories)
• Gap certificate (if there is a break in education after HSC)
• Passport-size photographs (minimum 5 copies)
• Anti-ragging affidavit (student and parent) as per UGC/AICTE format

Fee Structure & Scholarships

Fee components typically include tuition fees, development fees, laboratory charges, library fees, and other statutory deposits as approved by the Fee Regulatory Authority and DTE. Exact fee amounts vary by admission category (Government / Management / Institute quota). Download the fee structure PDF when published, or contact our admissions office for the current schedule, payment modes, and instalment policies.

Eligible students may apply for government scholarships and fee reimbursement schemes. See Scholarships & Financial Aid for scheme details. Our admissions staff will guide applicants through documentation.

Accommodation & Transport

On-campus hostel facilities are currently under construction. Interim accommodation options may be arranged for eligible outstation students — please contact the admissions office. See the Hostel & Accommodation page for details and planned on-campus facilities. Local transport and bus connectivity from key points in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar make the campus accessible for day scholars.

Common questions are answered on our Admission FAQs page. Download prospectus, application forms, and affidavits from Downloads.

Official Admission Portals & Important Links

Use the government and university websites below for authoritative dates — MHT-CET registration, CAP counselling rounds, JEE Main schedules, BAMU examination calendar, scholarship application windows, and DTE admission notifications. Our admissions office can guide you through institute-level steps after you meet eligibility requirements.

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