TCET Mumbai Gets Deemed University Status Under UGC Regulations 2023

Content Writer | Updated On - Apr 27, 2026

TCET Mumbai has received deemed university status from the Education Ministry under UGC's revised 2023 regulations, making it the first in Maharashtra and second engineering institute nationally after ICT Mumbai to achieve this recognition.

The Ministry of Education, Department of Higher Education, has granted Thakur College of Engineering and Technology (TCET) Mumbai, deemed university status under the UGC's revised 2023 regulations.

TCET becomes the first institution in Maharashtra to receive this recognition under the new framework and only the second engineering-focused institute in the state after the Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai.

The college, previously affiliated to the University of Mumbai, now operates as an independent deemed university with expanded academic autonomy and governance capabilities.

TCET Mumbai's deemed university status marks a significant milestone for private engineering education in Maharashtra, enabling the institution to offer diverse academic programmes with greater flexibility.

The recognition comes after the college demonstrated compliance with stringent UGC criteria, including maintaining high academic standards, research output, and infrastructure quality.

This status allows TCET to design and implement curricula aligned with the National Education Policy 2020 while maintaining accountability through regular accreditation reviews and government oversight.

TCET Mumbai Deemed University Status Overview

Parameter	Details
Institution Name	Thakur College of Engineering and Technology (TCET), Mumbai
Location	Kandivali (East), Mumbai, Maharashtra
Status Granted	Deemed University (April 26, 2026)
Regulatory Framework	UGC Deemed Universities Regulations 2023
Previous Affiliation	University of Mumbai
Recognition by	AICTE, Government of Maharashtra, Ministry of Education
Undergraduate Programmes	21 (Engineering, Technology, BCA, BBA, Vocational)
Postgraduate Programmes	11 (M.Tech, MBA, M.Sc)
Doctoral Programmes	5 (PhD in Technology)
Total Student Capacity	3,000+ students across all programmes
Faculty Strength	200+ qualified faculty members
Accreditations Required	NAAC (Institutional) + NBA (Individual Courses)
NEP 2020 Compliance	Mandatory for all academic programmes
Admission Process	MHT-CET based (85% merit, 15% management quota)
Campus Area	25+ acres with modern infrastructure
Placement Record	90%+ placement rate in recent years
Key Facilities	Research labs, innovation centres, industry partnerships
Autonomous Status	UGC Autonomous Status (10 years from 2025-26)
Comparable Institutions	ICT Mumbai (only other engineering deemed university in Maharashtra)

Understanding Deemed University Status

Deemed university status represents the highest recognition for private educational institutions in India, granting academic and administrative autonomy comparable to central universities.

Under this designation, TCET Mumbai can now independently design curricula, conduct research, and award degrees without requiring affiliation to another university.

The status also enables the institution to establish off-campus centres, introduce new academic programmes, and participate in national research initiatives with greater flexibility than affiliated colleges.

Mandatory Conditions and Requirements

TCET Mumbai must maintain specific compliance standards to retain its deemed university status, including a defined ratio of postgraduate and research students to undergraduate enrolment.

The institution cannot divert assets, funds, or revenues of its constituent teaching units without explicit permission from the UGC and Education Ministry.

All academic programmes must receive individual accreditation from the National Board of Accreditation (NBA), while the institution as a whole requires NAAC certification, both mandatory under UGC Deemed Universities Regulations 2023.

Academic Programmes and Infrastructure

TCET Mumbai currently offers 21 undergraduate programmes spanning engineering, technology, BCA, BBA, and vocational courses, alongside 11 postgraduate programmes and 5 PhD (Tech) programmes.

The institution is recognized by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and maintains modern laboratory facilities, industry partnerships, and research centres across its Kandivali campus.

With deemed university status, TCET can now expand its academic portfolio, introduce interdisciplinary programmes, and establish research clusters aligned with emerging technological domains.

Implications for Students and Admissions

Students enrolling at TCET Mumbai now benefit from degrees awarded by a deemed university, enhancing their credentials in the job market and for higher education pursuits.

The institution's expanded autonomy enables faster curriculum updates to reflect industry demands, particularly in emerging fields like artificial intelligence, data science, and renewable energy.

Admission processes remain merit-based through MHT CET entrance examinations, with 85% seats allocated based on entrance scores and 15% through management quota, ensuring transparent and competitive selection.

What’s Next

TCET Mumbai must complete NAAC accreditation and obtain NBA approvals for all engineering programmes within the stipulated timeframe to maintain deemed university status.

The institution will establish an Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) system as mandated by UGC regulations, enabling student mobility and credit transfer across institutions.

Future expansion plans include launching research-focused doctoral programmes, establishing industry-academia collaboration centres, and developing international academic partnerships to position TCET as a leading engineering research institution in South Asia.