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Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University (DBATU), Lonere, is a state technical university established in 1989 by the Government of Maharashtra. It is recognised by UGC, approved by AICTE, and accredited by NAAC with a B+ grade. DBATU is the affiliating university for over 250 engineering and technology colleges across Maharashtra.
As per IIRF B.Tech Rankings 2025, DBATU is ranked 120th in India and 11th in Maharashtra among government engineering institutions. DBATU also featured in NIRF Innovation Rankings 2023 at 151st position nationally and 5th in Maharashtra.
The 468-acre campus at Lonere in Raigad district, Maharashtra, is approximately 120 km from Mumbai. The self-contained rural campus includes hostel facilities for both boys and girls at up to INR 9,000 per year.
- B.Tech (4 years, 10 branches): Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, Electronics Engineering in VLSI Design and Technology, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, and Petrochemical Engineering
- BHMCT (Bachelor of Hotel Management and Catering Technology): 4 years
- Diploma programmes in 7 engineering branches: 3 years
- M.Tech in 12 specialisations including AI and Data Science, Chemical Engineering, Cyber Security, VLSI Design, Environmental Engineering, and Remote Sensing
- MBA (Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Venture Development): 2 years
- MCA and M.Pharm: 2 years each
- Ph.D across 13 disciplines including Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Pharmacy, and Physics
The total B.Tech fee is INR 3,24,904 for the complete 4-year programme (General quota). OBC fee is INR 56,176 and SC/ST fee is INR 8,176 for the same duration. BHMCT total fee is INR 1,56,072 (General). M.Tech, MBA, and MCA each total INR 1,44,507 over 2 years.
On-campus highest placement offer was INR 10.71 LPA (2023), with a 2024 median of INR 4 LPA. Top recruiting companies include TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Tata Elxsi, Reliance JIO, Bosch, Siemens, and Capgemini.
DBATU Admission Dates 2026
B.Tech, Diploma, and PG admissions at DBATU for the 2026-27 session were processed through Maharashtra CET Cell CAP rounds. All rounds concluded by August 2026. The table below covers the concluded 2026-27 cycle.
| Event | 2026-27 (Concluded) |
|---|---|
| MHT-CET 2026 (B.Tech / Diploma) | April to May 2026 |
| MHT-CET 2026 Result | June 2026 |
| CAP Round 1 (B.Tech) | July 2026 |
| CAP Round 2 and 3 | July to August 2026 |
| GATE 2026 Score (M.Tech) | February 2026 |
| M.Tech Admission via Maharashtra CET Cell | July to August 2026 |
| Classes Begin (2026-27) | August 2026 |
Tentative dates for the 2027-28 cycle follow the same annual pattern. MHT-CET 2027 registration opens in January 2027. CAP counselling for DBATU seat allotment follows in July to August 2027.
DBATU Courses and Fees
DBATU offers the full spectrum of engineering education from 3-year Diplomas through Ph.D programmes. The flagship 4-year B.Tech programme has 10 branches with a General quota total of INR 3,24,904. OBC and SC/ST candidates pay significantly lower fees under the Maharashtra government fee structure.
| Programme | Duration | General Quota (Total) | OBC (Total) | SC/ST (Total) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (Chemical / Civil / Computer / Electrical / E&TC / VLSI / IT / Mechanical / Petrochemical Engineering) | 4 years | INR 3,24,904 | INR 56,176 | INR 8,176 |
| B.Tech (Computer Science and Engineering) | 4 years | INR 2,20,000 | -- | -- |
| B.Tech Lateral Entry (all branches) | 3 years | INR 2,44,025 | INR 42,279 | INR 6,279 |
| BHMCT | 4 years | INR 1,56,072 | INR 56,176 | INR 8,176 |
| Diploma (Chemical / Computer / Electrical / E&TC / IT / Instrumentation / Petrochemical / Polymer Engineering) | 3 years | INR 1,57,110 | -- | -- |
| M.Tech (12 specialisations) | 2 years | INR 1,44,507 | -- | -- |
| MBA (Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Venture Development) | 2 years | INR 1,44,507 | -- | -- |
| MCA | 2 years | INR 1,44,507 | -- | -- |
| M.Pharm (Industrial Pharmacy / Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance) | 2 years | INR 64,100 | -- | -- |
| Ph.D (all disciplines) | 3 to 5 years | INR 2,17,424 | -- | -- |
Petrochemical Engineering and Chemical Engineering are DBATU’s most distinctive B.Tech programmes, given the university’s historical proximity to the Raigad industrial belt and ONGC refineries. The MBA in Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Venture Development is a newer PG offering distinct from standard business schools. The M.Pharm programmes at INR 64,100 total are among the lowest-cost pharmacy PG options in Maharashtra.
DBATU Admission Process
B.Tech and Diploma Admission
B.Tech admission at DBATU is through MHT-CET (Maharashtra’s state engineering entrance test) or JEE Main scores. Candidates apply through Maharashtra CET Cell, which manages the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) for all government and government-aided engineering colleges in Maharashtra, including DBATU.
- Eligibility: 10+2 (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) with minimum 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories)
- Seat allocation: CAP rounds based on MHT-CET percentile. JEE Main scores are converted to equivalent Maharashtra percentile via a defined formula
- Home University (HU) quota: Seats reserved for candidates from Konkan region (Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg districts)
- Reservation: As per Maharashtra government norms — OBC, SC, ST, VJ, NT, SBC, TFWS categories
PG Admission
M.Tech admission requires a valid GATE score. MBA and MCA admissions are through MHT-CET (MBA/MCA). M.Pharm requires a GPAT score or MHT-CET (Pharmacy). Ph.D admissions are through DBATU’s own entrance test and interview, conducted twice per year.
Lateral entry B.Tech (3-year) is available for diploma holders and B.Sc graduates through MH-LET (Maharashtra Lateral Entry Test), processed via CAP rounds.
DBATU Placements
DBATU Lonere campus placements are processed through the Training and Placement Cell. On-campus placement numbers reflect only the students who sit for campus drives. A substantial portion of graduates proceed to government sector jobs, competitive exams (MPSC/UPSC), or higher studies.
| Placement Metric | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Students Placed (On-Campus) | 52 | 83 |
| Median Package | INR 4 LPA | INR 5.5 LPA |
| Highest On-Campus Package | Not reported | INR 10.71 LPA |
| Total Graduating Batch | 480 | 504 |
Top on-campus recruiters at DBATU include TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Cognizant, Capgemini, HCL, Reliance JIO, Tata Elxsi, Persistent Systems, Accenture, Bosch Limited, Siemens, L&T Infotech, and Amdocs. Computer Engineering, IT, and CSE branches see the highest campus placement activity. Core engineering branches (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical) see smaller on-campus numbers but many graduates pursue PSU recruitment via GATE or state government sector roles.
DBATU’s Petrochemical Engineering graduates have placement tie-ups with ONGC, HPCL, BPCL, and petrochemical companies in the Raigad and Konkan region, where the university’s rural Lonere location is an advantage for industry linkages with the Patalganga and Roha industrial clusters.
DBATU Rankings
DBATU holds a NAAC B+ grade and has featured in two major ranking frameworks. IIRF B.Tech 2025 placed DBATU at 120th in India and 11th in Maharashtra among government engineering institutions.
| Ranking Body | Category | Year | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| IIRF | B.Tech (Government Engineering) | 2025 | 120 (India), 11 (Maharashtra) |
| NIRF | Innovation | 2023 | 151 (India), 5 (Maharashtra) |
| NAAC | Accreditation | Current | B+ Grade |
DBATU has not appeared in NIRF Engineering or University main rankings. Its IIRF rank reflects peer standing among government-run engineering universities in Maharashtra. The NIRF Innovation Rank in 2023 places DBATU 5th in Maharashtra for innovation activities, reflecting its research infrastructure and industry linkages in the Raigad industrial corridor.
DBATU Campus and Infrastructure
DBATU occupies a 468-acre campus in Lonere, Raigad, Maharashtra — a self-contained semi-rural setting approximately 120 km south of Mumbai on the Konkan coast. The large campus accommodates academic blocks, laboratories, and residential facilities for students, faculty, and staff.
Hostel facilities are available for both boys and girls at up to INR 9,000 per year, making DBATU one of the most affordable residential engineering universities in Maharashtra. The Lonere campus is accessible via Mangaon (the nearest town on the Pune-Konkan Highway) and the Konkan Railway network. The surrounding Raigad district is part of Maharashtra’s chemical and petrochemical industrial belt, with ONGC Uran, Patalganga Industrial Area, and Mahad Industrial Estate within a 50 km radius.
The campus hosts specialised research facilities including a Petroleum Testing Laboratory, Polymer Testing Lab, and Industrial Chemistry Research Centre. The rural location, while remote, also means lower cost of living for students compared to engineering colleges in Pune or Mumbai.
DBATU vs VJTI vs MIT Pune
Candidates with MHT-CET scores in the 80 to 95 percentile range who consider DBATU as an option also evaluate VJTI Mumbai and MIT Pune. All three are engineering institutions in Maharashtra, but differ significantly in profile, location, and placement outcomes.
| Parameter | DBATU Lonere | VJTI Mumbai | MIT Pune |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | State Technical University (Government) | Government Autonomous Institute | Private Aided College |
| Established | 1989 | 1887 | 1983 |
| NAAC Grade | B+ | A++ | A+ |
| B.Tech Fee (General, 4 Years) | INR 3,24,904 | INR 4,50,000 (approx.) | INR 6,00,000 (approx.) |
| Location | Lonere, Raigad (Rural) | Matunga, Mumbai | Kothrud, Pune |
| Campus | 468 acres (Residential) | 18 acres (Urban) | 25 acres (Urban) |
| Placement Median | INR 4 LPA (2024) | INR 8 to 10 LPA (approx.) | INR 6 to 8 LPA (approx.) |
DBATU’s primary advantage over VJTI and MIT Pune is its much lower fee, especially for OBC (INR 56,176 total) and SC/ST (INR 8,176 total) candidates under the Maharashtra government fee waiver structure. DBATU also offers Petrochemical Engineering and Chemical Engineering programmes that VJTI and MIT Pune do not offer at the same scale. VJTI Mumbai is the clear top choice for campus placement outcomes but requires a high MHT-CET percentile. MIT Pune is a strong private option for students who narrowly miss VJTI. DBATU suits candidates who prioritise affordability, a large residential campus, and core chemical or petrochemical engineering specialisation.
DBATU FAQs
Ques. What entrance exam is required for B.Tech admission at DBATU Lonere?
Ans. B.Tech admission at DBATU Lonere requires a valid MHT-CET (Maharashtra’s state engineering entrance test) or JEE Main score. Seat allotment is done through Maharashtra CET Cell CAP counselling rounds. Candidates from the Konkan region (Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg districts) qualify for Home University quota seats at DBATU.
Ques. What is the B.Tech fee at DBATU Lonere?
Ans. The total B.Tech fee at DBATU over 4 years is INR 3,24,904 for General category students. OBC candidates pay INR 56,176 total and SC/ST candidates pay INR 8,176 total for the complete 4-year programme, under the Maharashtra government fee concession structure. B.Tech (Computer Science and Engineering) is priced at INR 2,20,000 for General category.
Ques. Is DBATU a government university?
Ans. Yes. DBATU (Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University) is a state technical university established by the Government of Maharashtra in 1989. It is the affiliating university for over 250 engineering and technology colleges in Maharashtra. It is recognised by UGC, approved by AICTE, and accredited by NAAC with a B+ grade.
Ques. What is DBATU NAAC grade and NIRF ranking?
Ans. DBATU holds a NAAC B+ accreditation grade. As per IIRF B.Tech Rankings 2025, DBATU is ranked 120th in India and 11th in Maharashtra among government engineering institutions. DBATU also appeared in NIRF Innovation Rankings 2023 at rank 151 nationally and 5th in Maharashtra.
Ques. What are DBATU Lonere placement statistics?
Ans. In 2024, 52 students were placed on campus with a median package of INR 4 LPA. The highest on-campus offer in 2023 was INR 10.71 LPA. Top recruiters include TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Tata Elxsi, Reliance JIO, Bosch, Siemens, and Capgemini. Note that a significant portion of DBATU graduates pursue government sector jobs via MPSC/UPSC or higher studies rather than campus placement.
Ques. Does DBATU Lonere have hostel facilities?
Ans. Yes. DBATU provides hostel facilities for both boys and girls on its 468-acre residential campus at Lonere. Hostel fees are up to INR 9,000 per year, making it one of the most affordable residential options among engineering universities in Maharashtra. The campus is self-contained with academic blocks, labs, hostels, and staff quarters.
Ques. What unique programmes does DBATU offer compared to other Maharashtra engineering colleges?
Ans. DBATU’s most distinctive programmes are Petrochemical Engineering and Chemical Engineering at the B.Tech level, which directly serve the Raigad and Konkan industrial belt (ONGC, HPCL, Patalganga Industrial Area). The MBA in Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Venture Development is another distinctive offering. DBATU also offers M.Tech in Remote Sensing and Environmental Engineering, programmes rarely found at other Maharashtra state universities.
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The Ph.D. entrance exam at Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University (DBATU) is conducted twice a year on the first Saturday of August and February. The entrance exam is followed by an interview for the final selection. Eligible candidates must have a relevant Master’s degree with at least 60% marks (or 55% for reserved categories in Maharashtra).
The Ph.D. entrance exam at Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University (DBATU) is conducted twice a year on the first Saturday of August and February. The entrance exam is followed by an interview for the final selection. Eligible candidates must have a relevant Master’s degree with at least 60% marks (or 55% for reserved categories in Maharashtra).
DBATU Lonere offers three types of scholarships. The details of these scholarships are mentioned below:
The total annual fee for students from the 1st year BTech program is different for candidates from each category. First year BTech course fees range from 5026 to 42000 in total whereas total course fee for direct second year BTech students ranges from 6603 to 83280.
For details, visit DBATU Course Fee
You can check out the official website of DBATU Lonere to get the previous year question paper and model answers.
Candidate should be passed 10th or Matriculation exam by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) or any equivalent exam conducted by any State Board or Equivalent.
Check here for the download of the question paper from the Official website
DBATU does not offer M.Voc. course to the students.
You can go to the official website for information regarding course and syllabus.