Priyadarshini College of Engineering (PCE), located in Nagpur, Maharashtra, is one of the premier engineering institutions under the Lokmanya Tilak Jankalyan Shikshan Sanstha. Established in 1990, PCE is approved by AICTE, New Delhi, and permanently affiliated to Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU). The college is also accredited by the NBA and NAAC with a strong emphasis on quality education and academic excellence.
PCE offers undergraduate (B.E.), postgraduate (M.Tech/M.E.), and research (Ph.D.) programs across several engineering and technological domains. The campus is well-developed, offering facilities such as smart classrooms, advanced laboratories, a central library, sports complexes, hostels, and auditoriums. The college places a high priority on research, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
A unique highlight of PCE is its industry-academia collaboration which facilitates live projects, internships, and knowledge exchange through guest lectures and industrial visits. The college also has multiple student-driven technical clubs and organizes national-level events and hackathons to enhance student engagement and employability.
Highlights
Feature |
Details |
Full Name |
Priyadarshini College of Engineering |
Location |
Nagpur, Maharashtra |
Established Year |
1990 |
Approved By |
AICTE, Affiliated to RTMNU, Accredited by NBA & NAAC |
Managing Body |
Lokmanya Tilak Jankalyan Shikshan Sanstha |
Important dates
Event |
Date |
Application Start Date |
January 2025 |
Last Date to Apply |
May 2025 |
Entrance Exams (MHT CET/JEE) |
April – May 2025 |
Counseling & Admission |
June – July 2025 |
Academic Session Begins |
August 2025 |
Refer to official notifications for exact dates.
Admission Procedure
Admissions at PCE are conducted as per DTE Maharashtra norms and through centralized admission processes.
Steps:
Scholarships
Scholarship Type |
Eligibility |
Government Scholarships |
SC/ST/OBC/EWS category students under Maharashtra DTE norms |
Merit Scholarships |
85%+ in Class 12 or JEE/MHT CET top percentile |
Minority Scholarships |
Available as per Maharashtra State Government provisions |
Institutional Aid |
Fee waiver for top-performing students in each semester |
Placements
Parameter |
Details |
Average Salary Package |
Rs3 – Rs4.2 LPA |
Highest Salary Package |
Rs10 LPA (IT/Product Roles) |
Top Recruiters |
TCS, Cognizant, Persistent Systems, Wipro, Accenture |
Internship Opportunities |
Available from 2nd year onwards |
Placement Training |
Technical, Aptitude & Soft Skills Training |
Rankings
Ranking Body |
Recognition |
NIRF (Engineering) |
Ranked among top 250 engineering colleges in India |
Times Engineering |
Featured in Top 100 Private Engineering Colleges in India |
Careers360 |
Rated “AA+” in Maharashtra region |
Course | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility |
---|---|---|
BE | ₹1.13 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 with JEE Main |
B.Tech | ₹1.13 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 with JEE Main |
M.Tech | ₹84k (1st Year Fees) | Pass in Graduation + GATE |
Priyadarshini Campus, Hingna Rd, Digdoh Hills, Nagpur, Maharashtra 440019