Fr. Conceicao Rodrigues College of Engineering (CRCE), located in the lively area of Bandra, Mumbai, stands out as one of the top private engineering colleges in Maharashtra. Founded in 1984 by the Agnel Charities, a Catholic Minority Trust, CRCE is affiliated with the University of Mumbai and has the backing of the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). The college is well-regarded for its strong academic standards, disciplined atmosphere, and a curriculum that’s closely aligned with industry needs, all aimed at shaping skilled and socially conscious engineers.
CRCE provides both undergraduate (B.E) and postgraduate (M.E) programs across a range of engineering disciplines. The campus is known for its lively student life, robust connections with the industry, and impressive placement statistics. The college places a strong emphasis on innovation, entrepreneurship, and extracurricular activities, ensuring that students not only gain technical knowledge but also develop essential soft skills.
Feature |
Details |
Full Name |
Fr. Conceicao Rodrigues College of Engineering |
Location |
Bandra (West), Mumbai, Maharashtra |
Established Year |
1984 |
Approved By |
AICTE, Affiliated to University of Mumbai |
Managed By |
Agnel Charities (Catholic Minority Trust) |
Event |
Date |
Application Start Date |
May 2025 |
Last Date to Apply |
July 2025 |
Entrance Exams |
MHT CET (April–May 2025) |
Counseling & Admission |
June–August 2025 |
Academic Session Begins |
August 2025 |
Refer to official notifications for exact dates.
Admissions to CRCE are primarily through MHT-CET and CAP (Centralized Admission Process) conducted by the State of Maharashtra. Minority and institute-level quota seats are also available.
Admission Steps:
Scholarship Type |
Eligibility |
Minority Scholarships |
Christian/Catholic minority students as per Govt. norms |
Government Scholarships |
Reserved category (SC/ST/OBC/SBC/EWS) students |
Merit-Based Scholarships |
Students with 85% and above in academics |
Need-Based Aid |
Economically weaker section students after verification |
Parameter |
Details |
Average Salary Package |
₹4 – ₹5.5 LPA |
Highest Salary Package |
₹12 LPA (Domestic, IT sector) |
Top Recruiters |
TCS, Capgemini, L&T, Deloitte, Accenture, Infosys, JP Morgan |
Internship Opportunities |
Offered from 2nd year onwards |
Placement Training |
Resume building, mock interviews, technical assessments, aptitude tests |
Ranked 44 out of 175 in India 2024(TOI Ranking)
Ranked 118 out of 254 in India 2020(Indiatoday Ranking)
Ranking Body |
Recognition |
NIRF India Ranking |
Among top engineering colleges in Maharashtra (category-wise) |
India Today |
Consistently ranked among top 10 private engineering colleges in Mumbai |
NAAC |
Accredited with a good grade for institutional quality |
Times Engineering Survey |
Rated highly for infrastructure and placement |
Course | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility |
---|---|---|
BE | ₹1.81 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 + MH CET |
BE | ₹1.81 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | 10+3 |
M.Tech | ₹1.05 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | Graduation + GATE |
Fr Agnel Ashram, Band Stand, Bandra West Mumbai - 400050 Maharashtra, India