Compare PCU Pune vs DY Patil International University, Akurdi

Candidates are selected based on entrance test score and merit. ‌

Students with good scores in MH-CET, JEE, PERA CET, CUET, or any other equivalent competitive exams, DYPIU Entrance Test and/or Personal Interaction

Passed 10+2 examination with Physics & Mathematics AND one of the subject from the following:

Chemistry/ Computer Science/ Electronics/ Information Technology/ Biology / Informatics Practices/ Biotechnology/ Technical Vocational subject/ Agriculture/ Engineering Graphics/ Business Studies/ Entrepreneurship. ‌

Obtained at least 60% marks (55% in case of candidate belonging to reserved category) in the above subjects taken together. ‌

In addition to this, the applicant must have qualified at least one engineering entrance examination like MHT-CET 2026/JEE 2026 /Other State or National Level Engineering Entrance Exam of 2026  / PERA 2026 / CUET 2026  or Entrance Test Conducted by PCU

Pimpri Chinchwad University (PCU), Pune accepts SAT scores conducted by the College Board for admissions to all undergraduate (UG) programmes. Undergraduate aspirants can apply online using their SAT scores (Score Send Code: 67010) ‌

Candidates are selected based on entrance test score and merit. ‌

Lateral Entry:

Passed minimum 3 years / 2 years (Lateral Entry) Diploma Examination with at least 60% marks (55% marks in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) in any Branch of Engineering and Technology.
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Passed B.Sc Degree from a recognized University as defined by UGC, with at least 60% marks (55% marks in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) and passed 10+2 examination with Mathematics as a subject.

Pimpri Chinchwad University (PCU), Pune accepts SAT scores conducted by the College Board for admissions to all undergraduate (UG) programmes. Undergraduate aspirants can apply online using their SAT scores (Score Send Code: 67010) ‌

Candidates are selected based on entrance test score AND on merit subject to vacancies in the First Year, in case the vacancies at lateral entry are exhausted. ‌

• Qualifying Examination: Passed 10+2 examination with Physics/ Mathematics/ Chemistry/ Computer Science/ Electronics/ Information Technology/ Biology/ Informatics Practices/ Biotechnology/ Technical Vocational subject/ Agriculture/ Engineering Graphics/ Business Studies/ Entrepreneurship 
• Obtained at least 45% marks (40% marks in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) in the above subjects taken together. 
• Passed Diploma/ D.Voc. Stream in the same or allied sector 
• DYPIU will offer suitable bridge courses such as Mathematics, Physics, Engineering drawing, etc., for students coming from diverse backgrounds to prepare Level playing field and desired learning outcomes of the program.