Founded in 1884, the Deccan Education Society (DES) operates 18 colleges and 21 schools across India, with a community exceeding 50,000 students and staff. DES Pune University emerges from this rich heritage, continuing the legacy of notable institutions like Fergusson College and Brihan Maharashtra College of Commerce (BMCC). With over a century of dedication to shaping minds, our roots run deep and our commitment to education remains unwavering.
With a legacy of 141 years, DES Pune University is more than just an educational institution; it is a community that is committed to excellence and upholding of its legacy. Nestled in the heart of Pune, we exhibit a beautiful blend of traditional values with modern teaching learning experiences. At DES PU, we strive to empower students, foster innovation and contribute to society.
A good blend of academicians, industry experts and researchers as faculty.
Experiential learning, project-based learning, problem-solving approach, focus on skill enhancement.
Incubation, innovation and prototyping
Students get hand-on learning directly from the industry experts.
Live project opportunities
Holistic development for industry readiness.
A tapestry of academic excellence and cultural vibrancy is the hallmark of the campus life at DES Pune University.
Discover what makes campus life stand out:
The DES UCET/PCET is a DES Pune University entrance exam that allows aspiring students to demonstrate their aptitude and gain admission to our university. Candidates can complete the exam at their convenience within this time window in a single attempt. There is no penalty for incorrect answers.
NOTE: For the BTech programme, we will accept standard entrance exam scores only.
An online personal interaction component is included, worth 50 marks. The schedule for this interaction will be communicated via email at a later date.
No of Questions: 25 General Aptitude and 25 programme Specific
Each question carries 2 Marks
Total UCET/PCET Marks: 100 marks, which will be scaled down to 50.
A total of 100 marks (UCET/PCET + Online Interaction) will be considered for seat allotment.