Vidya Pratishthans College of Education, Pune is a private, NCTE-accredited institution established in 1990 and affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University. The college offers a flagship B.Ed program with an annual intake of 100 seats and follows the MAH B.Ed CET entrance exam for admissions. The application cycle typically runs from April–August each year, with reporting and seat confirmation in late August. Fees for the B.Ed program are in the range of INR 50,000–60,000 per year, and reserved category candidates from Maharashtra benefit from relaxed eligibility criteria.
Vidya Pratishthans College of Education Admission Deadlines
Admissions at Vidya Pratishthans College of Education for the B.Ed program are governed by the Maharashtra state centralized process, with key deadlines in August 2025. Candidates must complete registration, appear for the MAH B.Ed CET, and participate in counseling rounds. The first reporting window for seat allocation is typically between 22–25 August 2025, followed by subsequent rounds for vacant seats.
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Event |
Date (2025) |
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MAH B.Ed CET Exam |
June–July |
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Application Window |
April–June |
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First Reporting & Admission |
22–25 August |
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Vacant Seat Display (Round II) |
26 August |
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Document Verification & Fee Payment |
August–September |
Vidya Pratishthans College of Education UG Admission
The undergraduate offering is the B.Ed (Bachelor of Education) program, with 100 seats available annually. Admission is based on the MAH B.Ed CET exam, and candidates must hold a bachelor's degree with minimum marks: 55% for open category and 50% for reserved category (Maharashtra). The annual fee is approximately INR 50,000–60,000. Applicants from outside Maharashtra require a bachelor's degree with 55% marks in any discipline.
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Program |
Seats |
Eligibility |
Entrance Exam |
Fee (Annual) |
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B.Ed |
100 |
Bachelor’s degree (3 years), 55% open/50% reserved (Maharashtra), 55% for outside Maharashtra |
MAH B.Ed CET |
INR 50,000–60,000 |
Vidya Pratishthans College of Education PG Admission
At the postgraduate level, the college offers an M.Ed (Master of Education) program. Eligibility requires a recognized B.Ed or equivalent degree with 50% marks for general category and 45% for reserved categories (Maharashtra). The intake for M.Ed is typically 25–35 seats per year, with fees in the range of INR 60,000–70,000 annually. Admissions are merit-based, often considering entrance exam scores as per state policy.
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Program |
Seats |
Eligibility |
Entrance Exam |
Fee (Annual) |
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M.Ed |
25–35 |
B.Ed or equivalent, 50% general/45% reserved (Maharashtra) |
State/University Entrance (if applicable) |
INR 60,000–70,000 |
Vidya Pratishthans College of Education PhD Admission
The college may offer doctoral research opportunities in education, subject to university and NCTE approvals. PhD admissions typically require a master’s degree (M.Ed) with 55% marks and qualification in a recognized entrance exam (such as PET conducted by SPPU). The intake is limited, usually 2–5 seats per cycle, and fees are approximately INR 80,000–1,00,000 per year. Admission cycles and seat availability may vary; candidates should check with the college for current details.
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Program |
Seats |
Eligibility |
Entrance Exam |
Fee (Annual) |
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PhD (Education) |
2–5 |
M.Ed with 55% |
SPPU PET / Equivalent |
INR 80,000–1,00,000 |
Vidya Pratishthans College of Education Application Process
Applications for all programs are accepted both online via the college website and offline at the campus office. The application fee is typically INR 1,000–1,200. Applicants must submit academic transcripts, entrance exam scores, caste certificates (if applicable), and other required documents. Selection is based on merit lists prepared from qualifying and entrance exam scores, followed by counseling and document verification. Fee payment confirms admission, and document verification is mandatory before final approval.
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Apply online or offline during April–June
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Appear for MAH B.Ed CET or relevant entrance exam
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Upload/submit required documents
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Participate in counseling and seat allotment
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Pay fees and complete document verification
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Step |
Details |
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Application Mode |
Online & Offline |
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Application Fee |
INR 1,000–1,200 |
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Documents Required |
Transcripts, Entrance Scorecard, Caste Certificate (if applicable), Photo ID |
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Selection Criteria |
Merit + Entrance Exam + Counseling |
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Admission Confirmation |
Fee Payment + Document Verification |
