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Pillai University Admission 2026: Courses, Application Process

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• Updated on 11 Dec, 2025 by Priya Soni

Pillai University offers UG, PG, Diploma and PhD courses in the fields of engineering, design, business, commerce, arts and architecture. The Pillai University admission is based on academic merit and the Pillai University Level Scholastic Exam (PULSE). Further, there is document verification and fee payment. PULSE-exempted candidates can use other entrance exam scores or qualifying marks for admission.

 

Pillai University will conduct the PULSE exam offline on 13 December 2025 and 27 December 2025. Whereas, for the All India Entrance candidates, the exam will be conducted offline nationwide on 9 May 2026 and 10 May 2026.

 

Table of Contents

  1. Pillai University Important Dates 2026
  2. Pillai University UG Admission 2026
  3. Pillai University PG Admission 2026
  4. Pillai University Diploma Admission 2026
  5. Pillai University PhD Admission 2026
  6. Pillai University Application Process 2026
  7. Pillai University Admission FAQs

 

Pillai University Important Dates 2026

Pillai University conducts its General Admission Test (Pillai University Level Scholastic Exam) every 2nd and 4th Saturday from December, January, April, June and July, with results in 3 days. The exam is also conducted offline nationwide in the 2nd week of May, with results in 5–7 days, followed by merit lists within 3–5 days and admission confirmation within 5–7 days.

Event

Date

Start of Admission Form Filling and Payment

1 December 2025

On-Campus Test Dates

13 December 2025 and 27 December 2025 (exam centre at New Panvel)

On-Campus Test Result Declaration Test 1

16 – 17 December 2025

On-Campus Test Result Declaration Test 2

30 – 31 December 2025

On-Campus Merit List and Offer Letter Generation

2 – 5 January 2026

On-Campus Verification of Documents & Admission Confirmation

5 – 9 January 2026

On-Campus Retake Test Payment and Test

5 – 7 January 2026

All India Entrance Test Dates (Offline Nationwide)

9 May 2026 and 10 May 2026 (exam centre at Varanasi, Prayagraj, Surat, Dubai, Singapore, Doha, Navi Mumbai, Pune, Gorai, Chembur, Dombivili, Kalyan, Thane, Nagpur)

All India Entrance Result Declaration

11 – 15 May 2026

All India Entrance Merit List & Offer Letter Generation

15 – 20 May 2026

All India Entrance Verification of Documents & Admission Confirmation

18 – 23 May 2026

All India Entrance Retake Test Payment and Test

25 – 27 May 2026

 

Pillai University UG Admission 2026

Pillai University offers a wide range of undergraduate programs in Engineering, Design, Business, Commerce, Arts, and Architecture. Pillai University UG admission is based on the Pillai University Level Scholastic Exam (PULSE) or merit in HSC.

Program Name

Specializations

Duration

Seats

Eligibility

B.Tech Computer Engineering

Data Analytics and Language Processing, Network and Information Security, Computational Intelligence, Systems and Computing, AI and Robotics, IoT and Data Analytics, Digital Forensics, Bioinformatics, UI and UX

4 Years

180

Passed 10+2 with 45% marks in PCM

B.Tech AI/DS

4 Years

120

Passed 10+2 with 45% marks in PCM

B.Tech Electronics and Computer Science

AIML, Data Analytics, System Security, Cloud Computing, High Performance Computing, IoT, Robotics, VLSI Design

4 Years

60

Passed 10+2 with 45% marks in PCM

B.Tech Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering

Robotics and IoT, Product Design, VLSI Chip Design, Advanced Communication Systems, Cloud Computing, Data Science

4 Years

60

Passed 10+2 with 45% marks in PCM

B.Tech Mechanical Engineering

Design, Thermal Engineering and Energy Science, Mechatronics and Robotics, Manufacturing, Materials Science and Nanotechnology, Automotive Systems

4 Years

60

Passed 10+2 with 45% marks in PCM

B.Tech Automobile Engineering

Electric Vehicles, Additive Manufacturing, Motorsports Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Automotive Design, Computer Aided Engineering, Transportation and Mobility, Autonomous Vehicles

4 Years

60

Passed 10+2 with 45% marks in PCM

DSE Automobile Engineering

Electric Vehicles, Additive Manufacturing, Motorsports Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Automotive Design, Computer Aided Engineering, Transportation and Mobility, Autonomous Vehicles

3 Years

6

Diploma with 45% marks

DSE Computer Engineering

Data Analytics and Language Processing, Network and Information Security, Computational Intelligence, Systems and Computing, AI and Robotics, IoT and Data Analytics, Digital Forensics, Bioinformatics, UI and UX

3 Years

48

Diploma with 45% marks

DSE Electronics and Computer Science

AIML, Data Analytics, System Security, Cloud Computing, High Performance Computing, IoT, Robotics, VLSI Design

3 Years

12

Diploma with 45% marks

DSE Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering

Robotics and IoT, Product Design, VLSI Chip Design, Advanced Communication Systems, Cloud Computing, Data Science

3 Years

12

Diploma with 45% marks

DSE Information Technology

3 Years

12

Diploma with 45% marks

DSE Mechanical Engineering

Design, Thermal Engineering and Energy Science, Mechatronics and Robotics, Manufacturing, Materials Science and Nanotechnology, Automotive Systems

3 Years

36

Diploma with 45% marks

B.Des Design

Product Design

4 Years

60

HSC with 45% marks

Bachelor of Architecture

5 Years

80

HSC with 45% marks, with compulsory physics, maths and a vocational subject and 70 in NATA or 80 in JEE

B.Sc Interior Design

3 Years

40

HSC with 45% marks

B.Sc Fashion Design

3 Years

25

HSC with 45% marks

B.Com

3 Years

60

HSC

B.Arts

3 Years

60

HSC

BBA

Integrated Harveld Online, Digital Marketing, Logistics and Supply Chain, Family Business and Entrepreneurship, Aviation Management

3 Years

150

HSC with 60% marks

BBA Finance

Finance

3 Years

50

HSC with 70% marks

Integrated BBA/MBA

Business Analytics

5 Years

50

HSC with 60% marks

BBA International Business

International Business

3 Years

50

HSC with 60% marks

Bachelor in Sports Management

3 Years

60

HSC with 45% marks

B.Sc Aviation Hospitality Management

3 Years

40

HSC with 45% marks

BCA

Data Science, Digital Business

3 Years

120

HSC with 60% marks (Maths)

BCA AI

AI-Driven Full Stack Development

3 Years

60

HSC with 70% marks (Maths)

 

Pillai University PG Admission 2026

Pillai University also offers postgraduate courses in Engineering, Management, Analytics, Architecture and Design. Pillai University Mumbai PG admission is based on Pillai University Level Scholastic Exam (PULSE) and graduation marks.

Program Name

Specializations

Duration

Seats

Eligibility

M.Tech Computer Engineering

2 Years

12

Graduation with 50% marks

M.Tech Electronics and Computer Science

2 Years

12

Graduation with 50% marks

M.Tech Mechanical Engineering

CAD-CAM, Thermal

2 Years

36

Graduation with 50% marks

M.Tech Information Technology

2 Years

12

Graduation with 50% marks

M.Tech Analytics

2 Years

24

Graduation with 50% marks

M.Arch

Urban Planning, Project Management

2 Years

24

Graduation with 50% marks and PG NATA

MBA

Marketing, HR, Operations

2 Years

120

Graduation with 50% marks

MBA Finance and Marketing

Finance and Marketing

2 Years

60

Graduation with 50% marks

MBA Finance

Finance

2 Years

60

Graduation with 50% marks (70 Percentile required in CET)

MBA Analytics

Analytics

2 Years

30

Graduation with 50% marks

MBA International Business

International Business

2 Years

30

Graduation with 50% marks

MBA/M.Tech Analytics

Analytics

3 Years

24

Graduation with 50% marks (Engineers only)

M.Com

2 Years

60

Graduation with 50% marks

 

Pillai University Diploma Admission 2026

Pillai University offers a PGD in sports management. Admission is based on graduation marks.

Program Name

Duration

Eligibility

PGD Sports Management

1 Year

Graduation

 

Pillai University PhD Admission 2026

Pillai University offers PhD programs in Engineering, Science, Management, Architecture, and Design. Admission requires a master’s degree and PU PET.

Program Name

Specializations

Duration

Eligibility

PhD Engineering

Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering

3-5 Years

Completed Master's Degree with 50% + PU PET

PhD Business

Business Policy and Administration, Business Economics, Accountancy, Management Studies

3-5 Years

Completed Master's Degree with 50% + PU PET

PhD (Science, Management, Architecture and Design)

Biotechnology, Management, Architecture

3-5 Years

Completed Master's Degree with 50% + PU PET

 

Pillai University Application Process 2026

The application process at Pillai University is simple via the university website. They also need to appear for the Pillai University Level Scholastic Exam (PULSE) if applicable. Test-exempted candidates can submit their previous entrance exam scores or HSC marks for selection. The final admission is confirmed only after document verification and fee payment.

 

How to Apply for Pillai University Admission 2026?

  • Visit the Pillai University website and create a login ID and password there.
  • Pay the admission form fee of INR 1,500.
  • Fill out the admission form and upload the required documents (given below).
  • Confirm the test date and appear for the PULSE test at the university centre or designated test centres (if applicable).
  • Further, you need to accept the offer, get the documents verified and pay the admission fees.

Note: Candidates can also retake the test by paying a fee of INR 500.

 

Pillai University Admission Documents Required

Class 10 mark sheet

Class 11 mark sheet

Class 12 mark sheet

Date of Birth proof (Class 10 certificate / Birth Certificate / School Leaving Certificate)

College Leaving Certificate

Domicile Certificate of Maharashtra

Address proof (AADHAR Card)

Passport-sized photograph

Signature scan

Banking details for fee payment

MHT CET Score Card / University Entrance Score Card

MHT CET Admit Card (if applicable)

Migration Certificate

Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC)

Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (for OBC)

Defense Category Certificate (if applicable)

PWD Certificate (if applicable)

Income Certificate

 

Pillai University Admission FAQs

What courses does Pillai University offer?

Pillai University offers UG, PG, Diploma and PhD courses in engineering, architecture, design, business, commerce, arts, IT, sports management and more.

What is the Pillai University admission process?

The Pillai University admission process includes online form filling, paying the fee, appearing for PULSE (if applicable), document verification and fee payment for final confirmation.

What is the eligibility for UG courses at Pillai University?

UG eligibility at Pillai University requires passing 10+2, with specific marks or subject requirements depending on the course.

What is the Pillai University entrance exam for admission?

Pillai University conducts the Pillai University Level Scholastic Exam (PULSE) for UG and PG admissions, while some courses also accept merit or other entrance scores.

When is the Pillai University Level Scholastic Exam?

Pillai University will conduct the PULSE exam offline on 13 December 2025 and 27 December 2025. For the All India Entrance candidates, the exam will be conducted offline nationwide on 9 May 2026 and 10 May 2026.

How are placements at Pillai University for various courses?

Pillai University offers good placement opportunities with the highest package reaching INR 32 LPA.

What is the fee for the Pillai University admission form?

The Pillai University admission form fee is INR 1,500, and the retake test fee is INR 500.

How can I apply for admission at Pillai University?

You can apply for Pillai University admissions by creating a login on the website, paying the form fee, filling out the form, uploading documents, confirming the test date and completing verification.

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