Department of Technology

Department of Technology (DoT) serves as a constituent technical department of Shivaji University in Kolhapur, Maharashtra. Established in 2006 to provide technology and engineering education alongside global-standard research, it holds AICTE approval and NAAC A accreditation through the university. The 50-acre Vidyanagar campus focuses on outcome-based learning across engineering streams, preparing human resources for industry via hands-on labs and NEP-aligned curricula.

• Institution type:University Department (Technical Education)
• Established:2006
• Recognition:AICTE, DTE Maharashtra, NAAC A (via Shivaji Univ)
• Campus Area:50 acres
• Programs offered:UG, PG

Important Admission Dates (Tentative for 2026)

Department of Technology Admissions 2026

Admissions for BTech use MHT CET/JEE Main via Maharashtra CAP, MTech via GATE, with merit lists, seat allotment, and reservations per state norms. Eligibility: 10+2 PCM (45%) for BTech, BE (50%) for MTech.

Courses Offered at Department of Technology

Department of Technology offers 17 AICTE-approved programs in six BTech and five MTech specializations, emphasizing core and emerging tech.

Undergraduate Programs:

• BTech Computer Science & Technology (60 seats)
• BTech Electronics & Telecommunication (60)
• BTech Mechanical (60), Civil (60), Chemical Technology (60), Food Technology (60)

Postgraduate Programs:

• MTech Computer Science & Tech, Electronics & Comm, Energy Tech, Environmental Science & Tech, Food Tech (18 seats each)

Total seats: 450 across streams.

Fees Structure at Department of Technology

University department fees align with Maharashtra norms, with scholarships available.

Indicative Fee Details:

• BTech:INR 80,000-1.2 Lakh per year
• MTech:INR 60,000-90,000 per year
• Hostel:INR 15,000-25,000 annually

Confirm via Shivaji University CAP portal.

Faculty and Academic Environment

31 PhD-qualified faculty promote practical learning, internships, and industry projects; Wi-Fi labs support updated NEP curricula.

Infrastructure and Placements

Facilities include clean labs/classrooms, library, gymkhana, workshop, cafeteria, separate hostels.

Placements Highlights:

• Roles:Core engineering, IT, food processing
• Average Package:INR 2.4-4 LPA
• Placement Rate:70-80%
• Partners:Core companies, IT firms

Why Choose Department of Technology?

DoT attracts Maharashtra students for affordable AICTE programs, strong faculty support, and practical focus in Kolhapur's educational hub.

Department of Technology FAQs

Q1. Is Department of Technology AICTE approved?

Ans. Yes, for all BTech/MTech programs.

Q2. What entrance exams are accepted for BTech admission at DoT?

Ans. MHT CET via CAP.

Q3. Where is the Department of Technology campus?

Ans. Vidyanagar, Kolhapur (50 acres).

Q4. What makes DoT unique?

Ans. Outcome-based tech education since 2006.

Q5. Are hostels available at Department of Technology?

Ans. Yes, separate for boys/girls.