Engineering Admissions:

This is probably the one part of engineering nobody looks forward to. The grueling, tiresome admission process probably confuses even the men who came up with it. Of course, we here at stupidsid.com have simplified it for you.
Now, the whole procedure is under a central system called CAP (Central Admission Process).
Not exactly ‘whole’, considering that the following colleges in Mumbai are currently NOT under CAP. They have their own admission procedure:-

• V.J.T.I. (Autonomous)
• U.I.C.T. (Autonomous)
• And remaining Maharashtra colleges

Admission Process for VJTI/UICT/COEP/SGGS/WCE

1.  Collect the form from VJTI or UICT. Keep visiting our site for the dates of collection of forms. The dates will also be displayed on the institutes’ website. Note that there is only one common form for all the five autonomous institutes in Maharashtra viz. VJTI, ICT, COEP, SGGS and WCE
2. Fill the form and submit it at these centres with the following documents
a) 12th Marksheet
b) CET Marksheet,
c) Leaving Certificate
d) 10th Marksheet
e) Caste Certificate and Caste validation certificate (if applicable)
NOTE: Originals and photocopies of the above documents are to be provided at the time of admissions
3.   Check your merit list rank on the COEP (College of Engineering, Pune) website. As per the given schedule, pack your bags and head to COEP. As you’ve probably figured by now, it’s in Pune.
Remember to carry a cheque with you. Fee details can be found on the COEP website. If you do get in, payment of  fees has to be made on the spot.
4. Once you’re there, the admission process is fairly simple. Along with a number of students, you’ll be seated in a massive auditorium. A huge screen in the centre of the hall will keep reminding you about the available seats in different branches of different colleges (VJTI, UICT, COEP, )
5. If you’re in luck, the seat you want will still be available when your merit number is called out.
6. Now, unless your merit number is 1, you’ll probably figure out yourself that you have to walk down to the desk once your merit number is called, cheque and various documents in hand. The people in charge should take care of things after that.

Documents to be attached for admission to VJTI, COEP, etc. for :
(A) NRI’s:
1. Proof of PIO / NRI from the Indian Embassy in the respective country.
2. Residence proof / Work Permit
3. Passport of applicant is mandatory in case of NRI/ PIO/ Foreign nationals.
4. In case of PIO passport of applicant and either of his/her Parents or Grand Parents or Great Grand Parents issued by Government of India.
5. Completed Application form with recent color photograph pasted and signed in the space provided.
6. Application fee of Rs.15000/- in the form of Demand Draft /Pay order in the name of Director, College of Engineering, Pune, payable at Pune.
7. HSC (10+2) Examination Mark sheet or in case of grade sheet, an equivalent mark sheet showing the relationship between grades and marks issued by the competent authority.

(B) For Foreign National / Foreign Student :
1. Passport of the Applicant
2. Completed Application form with recent color photograph pasted and signed in the space provided.
3. Application fee of Rs. 15000/- in the form of Demand Draft/Pay order in the name of Director, College of Engineering, Pune, payable at Pune.
4. HSC (10+2) Examination Mark sheet or in case of grade sheet, an equivalent mark sheet showing the relationship between grades and marks issued by the competent authority.

 Central Admission Procedure (C.A.P.)

CAP Round Number	Number of Options	Eligibility for Round	Remarks/ Explanation
1 (MHT-CET/ AIEEE)	20	ALL	1-9: admission has to be taken. Student is not eligible for further CAP rounds. 10-20: admission need not be taken. Student is eligible for further rounds.
2 (MHT-CET/ AIEEE)	30	Students who couldn’t secure (or didn’t take) a seat in round 1.	1-15: admission has to be taken. Student is not eligible for further CAP rounds. 16-30: admission need not be taken. Student is eligible for further rounds
3 (MHT-CET/ AIEEE)	45	Students who couldn’t secure (or didn’t take) a seat in round 2.	If a student gets allotted, he HAS to take admission. He is not eligible for further CAP rounds
1 (MHT-CET only)	It’s counseling in Aurangabad. Everyone gets a seat.	Students who couldn’t get a seat through Round 3	It’s the last CAP round. There will be no further rounds, but it’s highly advisable to try not to go so far before getting a seat.

Engineering Courses

• Mechanical

It can be referred to as the mother of all branches in engineering. Involves a lot of technical drawing and must be opted only if you are sure that you’ll not get bugged by spending majority of your time in drawing and other related calculations. Complicated physics comprises a major part of the curriculum. Basics of automobiles are also included as a part of this course.
Best when done from:            1. VJTI               2. SPCE

• Civil

One of the core engineering branches, it is related with study of infrastructure and construction of bridges, roads, dams, canals and buildings as well as their maintenance. If your dad’s a builder and you still want to pursue any form of studies (which means that you surely plan to expand his business and not live off his hard earned money), it can be said that this is one good option for you.
Best when done from:            1. VJTI               2. SPCE

• Chemical

Chemistry lovers should surely opt for this branch, as also for those who plan to do masters in petroleum related subjects. Chemical engineering largely involves the design, improvement and maintenance of processes involving chemical or biological transformations for large-scale manufacture.
Best when done from:            1. DJ Sanghvi               2. TSEC

• Computer

Coding comprises a huge part of this course. So if you love programming and if your eyes don’t start watering when you spend a good amount of time on the computer, you can go for it. Also involves the hardware part of the computer.
Best when done from:            1. VJTI               2. SPIT

• Information Technology (I.T.)

If you are confused whether to opt for computers or I.T., don’t be, because both the courses offer the same curriculum to a great extent. The two courses differ by just about six subjects in all from all the four years!! I.T. is slightly more concentrated on the software front and you will not have to learn the insides of the computer.
Best when done from:            1. VJTI               2. SPIT

• Electrical

It is one of the core branches of engineering. First of all, remove this thought from your mind that electrical engineers repair electrical appliances like tube-lights or refrigerators, they DON’T. The truth is they actually deal with electricity and power generation and transmission. Study of electrical machines, motors, generators forms the major part of the  curriculum.
Best when done from:            1. VJTI               2. SPCE

• Electronics

Playing around with circuits, if that’s what you love go for electronics. Electronic engineering involves the design and testing of electronic circuits that use the properties of components such as resistors, capacitors, inductors, diodes and transistors to achieve a particular functionality. You will be taught the basics of microprocessors, microcontrollers, their circuits, and working of the insides of a very basic level computer. You will also be given an introduction to robotics. The curriculum also includes a few subjects related to telecommunication.
Best when done from:            1. VJTI               2. SPIT

• Electronics and Telecommunication

More to do with electronics than communication. So if you love telecommunication and are opting for this course only the basis of that, bear in mind that only the last year of this curriculum truly deals with communication. In the first three years, you’ll be given an introduction to telecommunication but you will still be dealing with electronic circuits on a large scale, whether practically or on paper. Only the final year differs from electronics engineering, otherwise the curriculum is more or less the same. The subject content is the same only the names of the subjects are changed to make it appear different.
Best when done from:            1. DJ Sanghvi              2. SPCE            3.VESIT

• Production

Curriculum comprises the study of materials, their strength, their usage in various industrial machinery as also for the study of the machinery itself. Lots of technical drawing is involved and most of the time is spent in the drawing hall of the college. Generally, students whose families are owners of factories or manufacture equipments in industries opt for this course willingly (or due to family pressures). Others are students who do not get into any other stream of their choice and still want to pursue engineering.
Best when done from:            1. VJTI               2. DJ Sanghvi

• Biomedical

It is a mixture of engineering and medicine. In this course you will be taught about the working and designing of various instruments used for medical purposes. A lot of medical studies, such as anatomy is also involved so students who hate medicine shouldn't go for it. You are also taken to hospitals for visits. On the engineering front subjects based on electronics form the major chunk.
Best when done from:            1. TSEC            2. DJ Sanghvi

• Instrumentation

Instrumentation involves the design, configuration and optimization of industrial systems. Basically, if you have raw materials and you know the output you want, the instrumentation engineer shows you the way. It has many subjects in common with electronics, electronics and telecommunication, electrical and mechanical engineering and thus a course in instrumentation can be followed by a specialization in certain areas of the above branches, apart from the core instrumentation courses. Figuratively, it makes you a jack of 4 trades by being a master of one!
Best when done from:          1.VESIT          2.RAIT

• Automobile Engineering

Automobile engineering or automative engineering is the branch of engineering which deals with the study as how to design, manufacture and operate automobiles like buses, trucks, cars etc. and also their respective engineering subsystems. This can also be a grouped under vehicle engineering.
An automobile engineer's main duty is to design, test and develop vehicles and/or components from concept stage through to production stage. The vehicle after being launched in the market also needs improvement. Then it comes to the duty of the automobile engineer to improve the vehicle in response to customer's feedback.

• Aircraft Maintenance

Aircraft maintenance is the overhaul, repair, inspection or modification of an aircraft or aircraft component.
Maintenance includes the installation or removal of a component from an aircraft or aircraft subassembly, but does not include: Elementary work, such as removing and replacing tires, inspection plates, spark plugs, checking cylinder compression, etc. Servicing, such as refueling, washing windows, Any work done on an aircraft or aircraft component as part of the manufacturing process, prior to issue of a certificate of airworthiness or other certification document.

• Marine Engineering

Marine engineers engage in construction and maintenance of sailing vessels. This also includes the supervision of engine crew involved in operating the machines, and checking for smooth functioning of all steam engines, electric motors, propulsive engines etc. Marine engineers are continually striving to improve the efficiencies of existing shipboard conventional steam, gas turbine, diesel, and nuclear propulsion plants. Marine engineers are exploring new technologies such as superconductivity, magneto hydrodynamics, fuel cells, and ocean thermal energy. Deals with the design, manufacture and operation of ship engines and machinery. This also includes the supervision of engine crew involved in operating the machines and checking for smooth functioning of all steam engines, electric motors, propulsive engines etc.

• Textile Engineering

Textile Engineering combines the principles of engineering with specific knowledge of textile equipment and processes. The curriculum draws from other engineering disciplines including mechanical, electrical, and industrial and chemical engineering. The emphasis is on science and engineering. Students planning to pursue a degree in textile engineering will find it advantageous to have a strong background in mathematics.

Xavier Institute of Engineering, Mahim, Mumbai

Location:

Xavier Institute of Engineering is 15 minutes by foot from Mahim railway station (W. Rly. And Harbour Rly.) However, the roads are very dusty and there is a traffic jam always so it is very irritating to walk. But with no other option, one has suffer everyday while coming from and while going to college. The other option is to come by bus, again a 15 minute walk on foot from Mahim bus depot. A few buses do drop you right in front of the college but their frequency really sucks.

Watumull Institute of Electronic Engineering and Computer Technology, Worli, Mumbai

Location :

Vidyalankar Institute of Technology (VIT), located in central Mumbai, it can be easily reach from all parts of the city. It takes about 15 minutes to walk from Wadala station (Harbour Rly.) to the institute. Also its not all that far from Dadar station (W.Rly. & C.Rly.). Buses can drop you very close to the college. However, it is surrounded by slums.

Vivekanand Education Society's Institute of Technology (VESIT), Chembur, Mumbai

Location:

Nearest station from Vivekanand Education Society’s Institute of Technology (VESIT) fondly known as “swami”, is Kurla (C. Rly. & Harbour Rly.) about 1-2 km from college. So, assuming you get a rick immediately, you should reach the college within 10 minutes. The college will be shifting to a entirely new campus in Collectors Colony, Chembur, very soon.

Vidyardhini’s College of Engineering, Vasai

Location:

Vidyardhini’s College of Engineering popularly known as Vartak college is located in Vasai. It is 5 minutes walking from Vasai railway station, so no issue of spending for rickshaws and the BEST buses. The Gurudwara and the Jain temple are the best landmarks to the college.

Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (VJTI), Matunga, Mumbai

Location :

Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (V.J.T.I.), located in central Mumbai, it is very well connected. It is just a 5 minutes drive or a 12-15 minutes walk from Dadar(W. Rly & C. Rly.), Matunga(C.Rly.), Wadala (Harbour Rly).  and King’s Circle (Harbour Rly.) stations. A number of buses plying from all parts of Mumbai are also a good option to reach the college.

Institute of Chemical Technology (I.C.T.), Matunga, Mumbai

Location:

Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT) is located in central Mumbai.
Pretty accessible from Dadar(W.Rly.), King’s Circle (Harbour Rly.), Matunga (C.Rly.) and Wadala(Harbour Rly.) stations. 
Also bus stops are at a walking distance.

Thakur College of Engineering and Technology (TCET), Kandivali, Mumbai

Location:

Thakur College of Engineering and Technology (TCET), is located in the beautiful THAKUR VILLAGE which is 15-20 minutes by rick from Kandivli station (W. Rly.) Students usually prefer to go by bus because it’s quite far from the station and hence becomes a bit expensive for daily commute.

Thadomal Shahani Engineering College, Bandra, Mumbai

Location:

Thadomal Shahani Engineering College (TSEC), is located on the Bandra Linking Road. It's a 10 minute walk from Bandra station(W.Rly. & Harbour Rly.).

Terna Engineering College -Nerul (West), Navi Mumbai

Location:

Terna Engineering College is just a 5-7 minute walk from Nerul  railway station (Harbour Railway)

St Francis Institute of Technology, Borivali, Mumbai

Location:

St. Francis Institute of Technology (SFIT) is a 10 minute ride by rick from Borivali station(W.Rly.) and a 2 minute walk from the famous BHAGWATI hospital. Lots of buses are also available.

Smt. Indira Gandhi College of Engineering, Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai

Location:

Smt. Indira Gandhi College of Engineering (SIGCE) is just 15 minutes walk from Kopar Khairane. There are also few buses which go to this college. If you have company from the railway station it is advisable to take an autorickshaw as it comes to just Rs.15/-

SIES Graduate School of Technology, Nerul, Navi Mumbai

Location:

S.I.E.S. Graduate School of Technology (SIES GST) is close to Nerul  railway station (Harbour Rly.) around about 10 min walk or the first meter of the rickshaw.

Shah and Anchor Kutchhi Engineering College, Chembur, Mumbai

Location:

Shah and Anchor Kutchhi Engineering College (SAKEC) is close to Govandi and Chembur railway stations both on Harbour railway, but closer from Govandi. Several buses available from the highway which is a two minute walk from the college.

The location is kinda sucky though!

Sardar Patel College of Engineering (SPCE)/ Institute of Technology (SPIT), Andheri, Mumbai

NOTE: The two colleges are totally different but are managed by the same organization and are located in the same campus.

Location:

Sardar Patel College of Engineering (SPCE) and Sardar Patel Institute of Technology (SPIT) are a 15 minute ride by rick from Andheri railway station (W. Rly. & Harbour Rly.) and share the same campus with BHAVANS college.

Sardar Patel College of Engineering (SPCE)/ Institute of Technology (SPIT), Andheri, Mumbai

NOTE: The two colleges are totally different but are managed by the same organization and are located in the same campus.

Location:

Sardar Patel College of Engineering (SPCE) and Sardar Patel Institute of Technology (SPIT) are a 15 minute ride by rick from Andheri railway station (W. Rly. & Harbour Rly.) and share the same campus with BHAVANS college.

Saraswati College of Engineering, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai

Location:

Saraswati College of Engineering (SCoE) is a 20 minute walk from the nearest station and takes 10 mins by rick (20 bucks), although the college does provide bus facility for students!!.

Rizvi College of Engineering, Bandra, Mumbai

Location:

Very few colleges in Mumbai can beat the location of Rizvi College of Engineering. Its off the plush Carter road promenade and behind Pali Hill, home of many celebrities. One might often bump up with a celebrity or someone popular. Its a little far from the railway stations though. Its closer from Khar though it can be accessed from Bandra as well (both the stations lie on W.Rly and Harbour Rly). You can reach college in an auto for somewhere around 20 bucks or take bus no. 220 from Khar or Bandra stations. 51 & 56 are other buses from Dadar and Santacruz.

Ramrao Adik Institute of Technology (RAIT), Nerul, Navi Mumbai

Infrastructure:

The college is housed in a spacious building occupying nearly 120,000 square feet (11,000 m2) area. Most of the canteens and faculties are connected internally and there is considerable interaction among people from different faculties. There are close to half a dozen labs (And I mean well maintained ones!). Even though the college is situated in the Dr. D. Y. Patil Deemed University campus it is affiliated to University of Mumbai.