Important FAQs regarding Ajeenkya DY Patil University (ADYPU)

Q. Where is Ajeenkya DY Patil University located?

A. The campus of Ajeenkya DY Patil University is located near DY Patil Knowledge City Road Via Lohegaon, Airport Rd, Charholi Budruk, Pune, Maharashtra 412105.

Q. When was Ajeenkya DY Patil University established?

A. Ajeenkya DY Patil University (ADYPU) was established in 2015.

Q. Which all schools are constituent units of ADYPU?

1. School of Liberal Arts
2. DYPDC School of Design
3. School of Film and Media
4. School of Management
5. School of Hotel Management
6. School of Engineering
7. School of Architecture
8. School of Information Technology
9. School of Law

Q. What all courses are offered by ADYPU?

A. ADYPU offers courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate level in the field of hotel management, design, law, engineering, media, information technology and management. A total of 61 programmes are offered by the University. The university offers UG courses such as BTech, BDes, BBA, LLB, BA LLB, BHM, Bachelor of Culinary Art, BA Liberal Arts and BArch and PG courses such as MTech, MDes, MBA, LLB and LLM. Ajeenkya DY Patil University (ADYPU) offers PhD courses (students should have master’s degree in relevant discipline from a recognised university) and a PGDP in Design Driven Entrepreneurship (students should be a graduate in any discipline).

Q. What is the eligibility criteria of UG programmes in ADYPU?

A. Candidates seeking admission to various UG programmes must complete Class 12 with a minimum of 50% aggregate in the relevant subject, from a recognised board.

Q. What is the admission process of all the courses in ADYPU?

A. ADYPU conducts its own admission test, namely ADYPU Common Entrance Test (ACET), in order to accept admission to various UG and PG programmes. The registration fee is Rs 2,000.

Q. What is the eligibility criteria of PG programmes in ADYPU?

A. Candidates seeking admission to PG programmes must complete their graduation with a minimum of 50% marks in the relevant subject, from a recognised university.

Q. What all activities are conducted at ADYPU?

• Debating Society
• Mathematics Club
• Green Club
• ADYPU Sports Club

Q. Does the University follow anti-ragging protocols?

A. Ragging in any form is strictly prohibited in the premises of ADYPU as per UGC regulations on curbing the menace of ragging in educational institutions. Any violation shall even lead to dismissal of the student from the university.

Q. Does ADYPU have a training and placement cell?

A. Yes, the institute has an active and well-designed training and placement cell which offers training and guidance to students for the recruitment process. The cell provides 100% assistance for industry oriented internship and placements to its students.

Q. Who are the major recruiters of ADYPU?

A. The institute has a tie-up with many leading companies like Avail, H&R Block, Maruti Suzuki, Motilal Oswal, KHOLAR, Byju’s, etc.

Q. How can students apply at Ajeenkya DY Patil University?

A. Students can apply online from the official website of Ajeenkya DY Patil University (ADYPU).

Q. Which all accolades have ADYPU received?

A. Ajeenkya DY Patil University (ADYPU) was awarded as Best Private University by ASSOCHAM in 2019. In 2019, the university was recognised as the ‘Best Innovation in Education’. Also, Economic Times called Ajeenkya as one of the Best Education Brand for 2018- 19.

Q. Which entrance exam is required for admission to MBA at ADYPU?

A. Aspirants must qualify ACET 2020 or have a valid score in CAT/ XAT/ MAT/ ATMA/ CMAT to get admission to MBA at Ajeenkya DY Patil University (ADYPU).

Q. What is the eligibility criteria for admission in BTech at Ajeenkya DY Patil University?

A. Students must pass Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with Chemistry or Biotechnology/Biology or any technical vocational subjects as optional with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% for reserved category)

Q. Does ADYPU have international tie-ups?

A. Currently, ADYPU has edX partnerships with Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and further tie-ups with Queens College, Northumbria University, University of South Carolina, and University of Central Lancashire.

Q. Which all specialisations does ADYPU offer BDes in?

A. Ajeenkya DY Patil University (ADYPU) offers BDes in Product Design, Automobile Design and Graphic Design.

Q. Does Ajeenkya DY Patil University offers PhD in any specialisation?

A. Ajeenkya DY Patil University (ADYPU) offers PhD in various specialisations that include Engineering, Management, Law and Legal Studies, Design, Architecture and Film Technology.

Q. Is a GATE-qualified candidate required to appear for ACET to take admission to MTech?

A. No, a GATE-qualified candidate can apply directly for admission to MTech with their valid score.