Priyadarshini College of Engineering (PCE), Nagpur, affiliated with Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University, outlines specific eligibility criteria for its UG, PG, and Ph.D. programs. Approved by AICTE and accredited by NAAC 'A' and NBA, PCE ensures admissions are merit-based and entrance-based, focusing on academic performance and competitive exam scores. This article details the eligibility for all 23 courses across 18 specialisations in Engineering and IT & Software streams.
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PCE Nagpur Eligibility for B.E./B.Tech Programs
Priyadarshini College of Engineering offers B.E./B.Tech programs in 13 specialisations, each requiring a 10+2 qualification from a recognised board. Candidates must have passed Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) as compulsory subjects, with a minimum aggregate of 45% marks (40% for reserved categories like SC/ST/OBC). Lateral entry for second-year admissions requires a diploma in engineering with 50% marks. Admissions are primarily through JEE Main or MHT CET scores, followed by counselling via the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) conducted by the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Maharashtra.
PCE Nagpur Eligibility for M.E./M.Tech Programs
Priyadarshini College of Engineering Nagpur provides M.E./M.Tech programs in 7 specialisations, requiring a bachelor's degree in B.E./B.Tech or equivalent from a recognised university with at least 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved categories). Valid GATE scores are preferred, but admissions can also be based on MHT CET M.Tech or institute-level tests. Candidates must have studied the relevant undergraduate specialisation matching the PG program.
PCE Nagpur Eligibility for Ph.D. Programs
Ph.D. programs at Priyadarshini College of Engineering are offered in various Engineering disciplines under the affiliation of Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University. Candidates need a master's degree (M.E./M.Tech/M.Pharm/M.Sc.) in a relevant field with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories). Selection involves a university-level entrance test (PET - Ph.D. Entrance Test), followed by an interview. UGC-NET/JRF/GATE qualifiers are exempted from the entrance test.
PCE Nagpur Entrance Exams and Selection Process
Eligibility verification is tied to performance in approved entrance exams:
- UG (B.E./B.Tech): JEE Main (national level) or MHT CET (state level). Minimum cutoff varies by category and year.
- PG (M.E./M.Tech): GATE (national) or MHT CET M.Tech (state). Non-GATE candidates may take institute-level counselling.
- Ph.D.: University PET or national qualifiers like UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, GATE. Selection involves document scrutiny, merit list preparation, and CAP counselling for UG/PG. Reserved seats follow Maharashtra state norms (SC: 13%, ST: 7%, OBC: 19%).