Dr. D. Y. Patil Universities – Pune & Navi Mumbai

Dr. D. Y. Patil – Overview

Dr. D. Y. Patil is a major education network with universities and institutions across Maharashtra. For students comparing Dr. D. Y. Patil courses, Dr. D. Y. Patil fees, Dr. D. Y. Patil admission 2026, engineering, medical, management, pharmacy, law, design and allied health programmes, the Pune and Mumbai/Navi Mumbai institutions offer different academic portfolios.

For this page, the two major locations are:

Pune

• D Y Patil University, Pune – Ambi, Talegaon Dabhade

• Dr. D. Y. Patil Dnyan Prasad University – Pimpri/Tathawade

• D. Y. Patil International University – Akurdi

Mumbai / Navi Mumbai

• D Y Patil University – Navi Mumbai

These institutions should be treated separately because their programmes, fees, admission processes and academic schools are different.

Dr. D. Y. Patil – Pune & Mumbai Campuses

1. D Y Patil University – Pune, Ambi

Location: Ambi, Talegaon Dabhade, Pune, Maharashtra – 410507

The university's current 2026–27 information describes a 38-acre campus with programmes across Engineering & Technology, Management, Computer Applications, Pharmacy, Architecture, Design, Hospitality & Tourism, Law and Agriculture.

Major Schools

• School of Engineering & Technology

• School of Management

• School of Computer Applications

• School of Pharmacy

• School of Architecture

• School of Design

• School of Law

• School of Hospitality & Tourism Studies

• School of Agriculture Engineering

• Polytechnic

D Y Patil University Pune – Engineering

B.Tech Programmes

Current 2026 information includes:

• B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering

• B.Tech CSE – Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

• B.Tech CSE – Artificial Intelligence & Data Science

• B.Tech CSE – Cyber Security

• B.Tech Computer Aided Design & Manufacture

• B.Tech Agricultural Engineering

• B.Tech Smart Agritech

• B.Tech Agricultural Science & Technology

The university's 2026 fee structure lists ₹4,00,000 per year for B.Tech CSE, CSE-AIML and CSE-AIDS. Agricultural Engineering is listed at ₹2,00,000 per year.

Engineering Entrance Exams

Depending on the programme:

• MHT-CET

• JEE Main

• PERA CET

• CUET

• Applicable university/other entrance routes

B.Tech Eligibility

For the listed CSE programmes, candidates must have passed 10+2/diploma with Physics and Mathematics plus a relevant third subject and meet the prescribed minimum marks.

D Y Patil University Pune – M.Tech

Current 2026 information includes:

• M.Tech CSE – AI & ML

• M.Tech Mechanical – Design Engineering

The university's 2026 fee structure lists ₹2,00,000 per year for M.Tech CSE-AIML.

D Y Patil University Pune – Computer Applications

BCA

• Bachelor of Computer Applications

• BCA – Cloud Computing

• BCA – Cyber Security

• BCA – AI & Data Science

MCA

• MCA

• MCA – Cloud Computing

• MCA – Cyber Security & Digital Forensics

• MCA – AI & Data Science

The 2026 fee structure lists BCA at ₹1,50,000 per year, while specialised BCA programmes are ₹1,70,000 per year. MCA is listed at ₹1,60,000 per year, with specialised MCA options at ₹1,80,000 per year.

D Y Patil University Pune – Management

BBA

Specialisations include:

• BBA – Human Resource Management

• BBA – Financial Management

• BBA – Banking & Financial Services

• BBA – Marketing Management

• BBA – Digital Marketing & AI

• BBA – International Business

MBA

• MBA – Human Resource Management

• MBA – Marketing Management

• MBA – Operations Management

• MBA – Financial Management

• MBA – Agribusiness Management

• MBA – Pharmaceutical Management

The 2026 fee structure lists ₹1,50,000 per year for BBA and ₹2,30,000 per year for MBA across the listed specialisations.

MBA Entrance Exams

Accepted routes listed by the university include:

• MAH MBA/MMS CET

• CAT

• CMAT

• XAT

• MAT

• ATMA

• GMAT

• PERA CET

• CUET

D Y Patil University Pune – Hospitality & Tourism

Undergraduate

• BBA – Hospitality Studies

• BBA – Culinary Management

2026 Fees

₹1,55,000 per year for the listed programmes.

Entrance Routes

Depending on the applicable admission route:

• MAH-BHMCT/BBA/BMS/BCA CET

• PERA

• CUET

• NCHMCT JEE

• AIMA UGAT

• NPAT

D Y Patil University Pune – Design

B.Des

• Communication Design – Animation & VFX

• Communication Design – UI/UX

• Communication Design – Visual Communication

• Interior Design

• Industrial Design

M.Des

• Interaction Design – UI/UX

2026 Fees

• B.Des: ₹2,50,000 per year

• M.Des: ₹2,00,000 per year

Relevant entrance routes include UCEED, NID DAT, NIFT, MAH-AAC-CET, CEED, PERA and CUET, depending on the programme.

D Y Patil University Pune – Law

Undergraduate

• BBA LL.B

Graduate

• LLB

• LLM

2026 Fees

• BBA LL.B: ₹1,50,000 per year

• LLB: ₹1,50,000 per year

• LLM: ₹1,75,000 per year

Entrance routes listed include CLAT, AILET, LSAT, MH-CET Law, PERA and CUET, depending on the programme.

D Y Patil University Pune – Pharmacy

Undergraduate

• B.Pharm

2026 Fee

₹1,75,000 per year

Eligibility requires 10+2 with the prescribed PCB/PCM combination and minimum marks.

D Y Patil University Pune – Architecture

Undergraduate

• B.Arch

Postgraduate

• M.Arch

2026 Fees

• B.Arch: ₹2,20,000 per year

• M.Arch: ₹2,50,000 per year

B.Arch admission requires the applicable architecture eligibility and NATA/other accepted examination route.

D Y Patil University Pune – Polytechnic

Diploma programmes include:

• Automobile Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Computer Engineering

• Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

The listed 2026 fee for the diploma programme is ₹46,500.

2. Dr. D. Y. Patil Dnyan Prasad University – Pune

Location: Pimpri/Tathawade, Pune

The university's current 2026–27 admissions portal lists schools covering Management & Research, Technology & Research, Pharmacy & Research, Hospitality & Tourism and Liberal Arts.

School of Management & Research

UG

• BBA (Hons / Hons with Research)

• BCA (Hons / Hons with Research)

PG

• MBA – Agriculture

• MBA – FinTech

• MBA – Pharmaceutical Management

• MBA – Psychology

• MCA

Diploma

• Event & Media Management

School of Technology & Research

Undergraduate

• B.Tech CSE

• B.Tech CSE Lateral Entry / Direct Second Year

Postgraduate

• M.Tech CSE

• M.Tech CSE for Working Professionals

School of Pharmacy & Research

Diploma

• D.Pharm

Undergraduate

• B.Pharm

• B.Pharm + M.Pharm Technology – 5-year programme

Postgraduate

• M.Pharm Pharmaceutics

• M.Pharm Quality Assurance

• M.Pharm Pharmacology

• Pharm.D

• Pharm.D PB

School of Hospitality & Tourism

• BBA Hospitality

• BBA + MBA 5-Year Dual Degree

School of Liberal Arts

Undergraduate

• B.Sc Psychology

Postgraduate

• M.Sc Clinical Psychology

The current official admissions portal lists these programmes for the 2026–27 cycle

3. D. Y. Patil International University – Pune

Location: Sector 29, Akurdi, Pune, Maharashtra – 411044

D. Y. Patil International University currently lists programmes across Engineering, Computer Science, Biosciences, Management, Humanities, Journalism, Design, Fine Arts, Law and continuing education.

Engineering

B.Tech

• B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering

• B.Tech CSE – AI & ML

• B.Tech CSE – Cyber Security & Forensics

• B.Tech Chemical Engineering

• B.Tech Civil Engineering

• B.Tech Mechanical Engineering

• B.Tech Mechanical Engineering – AI & ML

• B.Tech Semiconductor Engineering

• B.Tech Bioengineering

M.Tech

• M.Tech CSE – Quantum Computing

• M.Tech Smart Manufacturing

• M.Tech Electric Vehicles

Computer Science & Applications

UG

• BCA (Hons.)

PG

• MCA

• M.Sc Computational Mathematics

Management

UG

• BBA (Hons.)

• B.Sc Economics (Hons.)

PG

• MBA – Digital Business

• MBA – Executive

Humanities & Media

Undergraduate

• BA Liberal Arts (Hons.)

• BA Journalism & Mass Communication (Hons.)

• BFA / Fine Arts

• B.Des

Postgraduate

• MA Journalism & Mass Communication

Biosciences & Bioengineering

Undergraduate

• B.Tech Bioengineering

• B.Sc Forensic Sciences (Hons.)

Postgraduate

• M.Sc Medical Biotechnology

• M.Sc Medicinal Chemistry

Law

• BBA LL.B. (Hons.)

• BA LL.B. (Hons.)

Ph.D

• Ph.D programmes across applicable schools and disciplines

The university's current website lists 2026–27 admissions across these programme areas.

4. D Y Patil University – Mumbai / Navi Mumbai

Location: Sector 7, Nerul, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra – 400706

The Navi Mumbai university was established in 1983 and has a multidisciplinary ecosystem covering Engineering, Medicine, Dental, Pharmacy, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Law, Management, Architecture, Creative Studies, Public Health, Sports and Allied Health Sciences. The university currently states that it has 250+ programmes, 50,000+ alumni and 18+ interdisciplinary institutes.

DY Patil Navi Mumbai – Engineering

The engineering portfolio includes:

B.Tech

• Artificial Intelligence & Data Science

• Computer Science & Business Systems

• Computer Science & Engineering – AI & ML

• Cyber Security – Digital Forensics

• Electrical & Instrumentation Engineering

• Electronics & Computer Engineering

• Nano Science & Technology

• Computer Engineering

• Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering

• Information Technology

M.Tech

• Computer Engineering

• Information Technology

• Electronics Engineering

Integrated

• MBA Tech

Research

• Ph.D Engineering

• Ph.D Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering

The current 2026 admissions portal lists these engineering programmes.

DY Patil Navi Mumbai – Management

BBA

BBA is offered as an undergraduate management programme.

MBA

Current specialisations include:

• MBA Finance

• MBA Human Resources

• MBA Marketing

• MBA Business Analytics

• MBA Banking & Finance

• MBA Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

• MBA Strategic Marketing & AI

• MBA FinTech Analytics

• MBA Operations & Supply Chain Management

• MBA Hospital & Healthcare Management

• MBA Pharmaceutical Management

• MBA Family Managed Business

• MBA Real Estate Management

• MBA Aviation Management

• MBA Maritime Management

• MBA Sports Management

• MBA International Business

The 2026 admissions portal also lists additional management programmes.

DY Patil Navi Mumbai – Commerce & Finance

• Bachelor of Accounting & Finance – BAF

• B.Sc Actuarial Science

DY Patil Navi Mumbai – Medicine

The School of Medicine offers:

Undergraduate

• MBBS

Postgraduate

• MD

• MS

Advanced Medical Education

The university also has medical fellowship and super-speciality programmes.

Medical admissions follow the applicable NEET and national counselling framework. The university's academic profile confirms MBBS, MD and MS offerings.

DY Patil Navi Mumbai – Dentistry

Undergraduate

• BDS

Postgraduate

• MDS

The university also offers dental fellowship programmes.

BDS admission is through the applicable NEET-UG framework, while MDS follows the applicable NEET-MDS process.

DY Patil Navi Mumbai – Pharmacy

Diploma

• D.Pharm

Undergraduate

• B.Pharm

Postgraduate

• M.Pharm

Research

• Ph.D Pharmacy

The university's current academic structure lists Pharmacy as one of its major schools.

DY Patil Navi Mumbai – Nursing

Undergraduate

• B.Sc Nursing

• Post Basic B.Sc Nursing

Postgraduate

• M.Sc Nursing

• M.Sc Nursing – Critical Care

• M.Sc Nursing – Mental Health

Research

• Ph.D Nursing

These programmes are part of the university's current health-sciences portfolio.

DY Patil Navi Mumbai – Physiotherapy

Undergraduate

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy – BPT

Postgraduate

• Master of Physiotherapy – MPT

Research

• Ph.D Physiotherapy

The School of Physiotherapy is one of the university's established academic schools.

DY Patil Navi Mumbai – Occupational Therapy

Undergraduate

• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Postgraduate

• Master of Occupational Therapy – Developmental Disabilities

• Master of Occupational Therapy – Neuroscience

• Master of Occupational Therapy – Musculoskeletal

Research

• Ph.D Occupational Therapy

DY Patil Navi Mumbai – Allied Health Sciences

Current programmes include:

• B.Sc Paramedical Technology – Radiographic Technology

• B.Sc Paramedical Technology – Physician Associate

• B.Sc Paramedical Technology – Medical Laboratory Technology

• B.Sc Paramedical Technology – Operation Theatre Technology

• B.Sc Paramedical Technology – Dialysis Technology

• B.Sc Paramedical Technology – Perfusion Technology

• B.Sc Paramedical Technology – Cardiology Technology

• B.Sc Paramedical Technology – Central Sterilization & Infection Control

• B.Sc Paramedical Technology – Clinical Research Data Management & Pharmacovigilance

• B.Sc Paramedical Technology – Healthcare, Social Science & Transplant Coordinator

• Bachelor of Optometry

DY Patil Navi Mumbai – Public Health

Undergraduate

• Bachelor of Public Health – BPH (Hons.)

• B.Sc Environment & Sustainability

Postgraduate

• Master of Public Health – MPH

• Master of Public Policy – MPP

• Executive MPH

The university's public-health portfolio combines healthcare, policy, environment, data and community health.

DY Patil Navi Mumbai – Law

Undergraduate

• BA LL.B

• BBA LL.B

• BBA LL.B (Hons.)

Postgraduate

• LL.M

DY Patil Navi Mumbai – Architecture

Undergraduate

• B.Arch

Postgraduate

• M.Arch

• M.Arch – Environmental Architecture

• M.Arch – Advanced Computation in Architecture & Design

• Master of Planning – Urban Planning

The university's School of Architecture has been operating since 1992 and offers B.Arch and M.Arch programmes.

DY Patil Navi Mumbai – Creative Studies

Undergraduate

• B.Sc Multimedia Animation & VFX

• B.Sc Communication & Media Studies

• B.Sc Fashion & Apparel Studies

• B.Sc Interior Design

• B.Sc Product Design

• Bachelor of Visual Arts

• BVA / Visual Arts specialisations

Postgraduate

• M.Sc Immersive Media & Game Design

• M.Sc Digital Media & Strategic Communication

Certificate Programmes

• Painting

• Sculpture

• Ceramics & Pottery

DY Patil Navi Mumbai – Humanities & Sciences

Current programmes include:

• BA Psychology

• BA Languages

• Spanish

• Japanese

• French

• Mandarin

• German

• B.Sc Defence & Strategic Studies

• M.Sc Defence & Strategic Studies

• B.Sc Actuarial Science

DY Patil Navi Mumbai – Sports

Programmes include:

• Bachelor of Sports Science

• Master of Sports Science

• Sports & Exercise-related academic programmes

The university has a major sports ecosystem alongside its academic institutions.

DY Patil Pune & Navi Mumbai – Entrance Exams

Dr. D. Y. Patil Admission Process 2026

The exact process depends on the university and programme.

Step 1 – Select Location

Choose:

• Pune

• Navi Mumbai

Step 2 – Select Institution

For Pune:

• D Y Patil University, Ambi

• Dnyan Prasad University

• D. Y. Patil International University

For Mumbai/Navi Mumbai:

• D Y Patil University, Nerul

Step 3 – Select Programme

Choose the course and specialisation.

Step 4 – Check Eligibility

Verify academic subjects, minimum marks and age requirements where applicable.

Step 5 – Entrance Examination

Appear for the required entrance examination where applicable.

Step 6 – Application

Submit the university application and supporting documents.

Step 7 – Selection / Counselling

Complete counselling or university selection.

Step 8 – Fee Payment

Pay the applicable tuition and admission charges.

Step 9 – Enrollment

Complete document verification and registration.

Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune – Courses & Fees 2026–27

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Popular Courses & Fees

Physiotherapy Fees – 2026–27

MDS Fees – 2026–27

Additional charges: University eligibility fee and examination fees are applicable separately as specified by the institute.

B.Tech Programmes – 2026–27

The School of Science & Technology offers:

• B.Tech CSE – Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning with Honours

• B.Tech CSE – Cyber Security with Honours

• B.Tech CSE – Data Science with Honours

• B.Tech – Artificial Intelligence & Data Science with Honours

Application Fee

Ayurveda – 2026–27

Programmes

• BAMS

• MD Ayurveda

• MS Ayurveda

For the published PG Ayurveda fee structure, management-quota fees are approximately ₹1.75 Lakhs–₹7 Lakhs per year, depending on specialization.

Additional: A one-time university eligibility/registration fee equivalent to 15% of annual tuition is applicable according to the published fee structure. The university also specifies a 3% annual fee increase.

Key Admission & Intake Information

Placements & Career Opportunities

Placement outcomes vary significantly by programme.

Engineering

Career areas include:

• Software Engineering

• Artificial Intelligence

• Data Science

• Cyber Security

• Electronics

• Semiconductor Technology

• Information Technology

• Computer Engineering

• Engineering Design

Management

Career areas include:

• Finance

• Marketing

• Human Resources

• Business Analytics

• FinTech

• Operations

• Supply Chain

• Healthcare Management

• Pharmaceutical Management

• Family Business

• Entrepreneurship

Healthcare

Career opportunities include:

• Hospitals

• Diagnostic centres

• Pharmaceutical companies

• Research organisations

• Rehabilitation centres

• Public health organisations

• Clinical laboratories

Creative Industries

Graduates can pursue:

• Animation

• VFX

• UI/UX

• Product Design

• Fashion

• Media

• Journalism

• Visual Arts

• Game Design

D. Y. Patil University Navi Mumbai states that its ecosystem has 50,000+ alumni, 1,264+ faculty and 250+ programmes across diverse fields.

Campus Facilities

Depending on the university and campus, facilities can include:

• Modern classrooms

• Laboratories

• Computer centres

• Central libraries

• Research facilities

• Auditoriums

• Sports facilities

• Healthcare facilities

• Innovation centres

• Cafeterias

• Student activity spaces

• Hostels

• Wi-Fi/connectivity

• Industry interaction facilities

The Navi Mumbai campus combines academic, healthcare and sports infrastructure within its wider university ecosystem.

Hostel Facilities

Hostel availability and charges vary between Pune and Navi Mumbai institutions.

Students should verify:

• Hostel availability

• Room type

• Mess facilities

• Security

• Transport

• Annual hostel fees

• Accommodation rules

with the concerned university for the 2026–27 academic year.

Scholarships

Scholarship opportunities can vary by university and programme.

Possible categories include:

• Academic merit

• Entrance performance

• Sports achievements

• Institutional scholarships

• Category-specific scholarships

• Merit-based incentives

Students should check the respective university's current scholarship notification before applying.

Direct Admission / Management Admission

Admission routes are institution- and programme-specific.

Some programmes may have university/institutional admission routes, while regulated programmes such as MBBS, BDS and other professional healthcare programmes follow applicable national/regulatory admission processes.

Students should not assume that a direct-admission route applies to every Dr. D. Y. Patil programme.

Pune vs Mumbai/Navi Mumbai

Why Consider Dr. D. Y. Patil?

The main feature of the Dr. D. Y. Patil ecosystem is its wide range of academic disciplines across Pune and Navi Mumbai.

Students can find options in:

• Engineering

• Computer Science

• Artificial Intelligence

• Data Science

• Cyber Security

• Management

• Medicine

• Dental

• Pharmacy

• Nursing

• Physiotherapy

• Occupational Therapy

• Allied Health

• Public Health

• Law

• Architecture

• Design

• Media

• Hospitality

• Agriculture

• Sports

• Basic Sciences

The correct institution should be selected based on the specific course, because the same course name can have different eligibility, fees and admission processes at different D. Y. Patil institutions.

Documents Required

Depending on the programme:

• 10th marks card

• 12th/PUC marks card

• Diploma certificate where applicable

• Graduation marks cards for PG programmes

• Transfer Certificate

• Migration Certificate where applicable

• Entrance examination scorecard

• Rank card

• Identity proof

• Passport photographs

• Category certificate where applicable

• Medical certificate where required

• Other programme-specific documents

Dr. D. Y. Patil Admission Checklist 2026

• Choose Pune or Navi Mumbai

• Identify the correct university

• Select school

• Select programme

• Check eligibility

• Check entrance examination

• Check 2026–27 fees

• Check scholarship

• Check hostel

• Submit application

• Complete entrance/counselling

• Verify documents

• Pay admission fee

• Complete enrollment

Dr. D. Y. Patil University Pune & Navi Mumbai – 2026 FAQs

1. Is Dr. D. Y. Patil University Pune the same as Dr. D. Y. Patil University Navi Mumbai?

No. They should not be treated as the same university. Different D. Y. Patil institutions operate in Pune and Navi Mumbai under separate university/institutional structures.

2. What is Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune?

Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, located in Pimpri, Pune, is a Deemed-to-be University established in 2003 under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956.

3. Where is Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth Pune located?

The university is located at Sant Tukaram Nagar, Pimpri, Pune – 411018, Maharashtra.

4. What courses are offered by Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth Pune?

Its constituent institutions offer programmes in areas including Medicine, Dentistry, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Management, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Optometry, Ayurved, Homoeopathy, Design, Liberal Arts, Allied Health Sciences and Science & Technology.

5. Is Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth Pune a medical-focused university?

It has a particularly strong healthcare and medical education presence. Its constituent institutions include Medical College, Dental College, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Optometry, Ayurved and Homoeopathic institutions, along with programmes in several non-medical disciplines.

6. Is Dr. D. Y. Patil University Navi Mumbai the same as DPU Pune?

No. The Navi Mumbai institution belongs to a different D. Y. Patil university/institutional structure. Students should check the exact university name, campus and awarding body before applying.

7. Does the D. Y. Patil name mean all the universities have the same admission process?

No. Admission procedures, entrance examinations, eligibility requirements, fee structures and counselling processes can differ between D. Y. Patil institutions.

8. Do students receive the same degree from D. Y. Patil Pune and Navi Mumbai?

Not necessarily. The degree is awarded by the specific university in which the student is enrolled. Therefore, students should verify the exact university name mentioned on the admission offer and degree certificate.

9. Is Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth Pune recognised?

Yes. Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth Pune states that it is recognised by the UGC and that its constituent programmes are recognised by the relevant statutory/regulatory bodies.

10. What is the NAAC accreditation status of Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth Pune?

Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth Pune states that it received NAAC A++ accreditation in its third cycle, with a CGPA of 3.64/4.00, valid through February 2029.

11. Does Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth Pune offer MBBS?

Yes. Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital and Research Centre, Pimpri, Pune is one of the constituent institutions of the Vidyapeeth.

12. Does Dr. D. Y. Patil Pune offer BDS and other healthcare programmes?

Yes. The university's constituent institutions include Dental, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Optometry, Ayurved and Homoeopathy institutions, in addition to Medicine.

13. Does D. Y. Patil Pune also offer non-medical courses?

Yes. Its current constituent-unit structure includes programmes in Management, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Design, Liberal Arts, Allied Health Sciences and Science & Technology, among other areas.

14. Are there other D. Y. Patil universities in Pune besides Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth?

Yes. This is an important distinction. Maharashtra's official higher-education listings separately identify institutions such as Ajeenkya D. Y. Patil University, D Y Patil International University, and D Y Patil University Ambi, Pune. These should not automatically be considered the same as Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pimpri.

15. What should students check before applying to a D. Y. Patil institution?

Students should verify:

• Exact university name

• Campus/location

• Course and specialisation

• Degree-awarding university

• UGC status

• Relevant regulatory approval

• Entrance examination

• Eligibility

• 2026–27 fee structure

• Hostel and other charges

• Admission and counselling process