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Admissions

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D Y Patil International University

International students are encouraged to pursue their higher education at D Y Patil International University (DYPIU) in Akurdi, Pune. DYPIU provides the international applicants with a streamlined admission process and dedicated support services.

The University provides a multicultural academic environment that allows students to collaborate with students from diverse background that encourage global collaboration and cross-cultural learning. The International students benefit from the modern laboratories, smart classrooms and hands on learning opportunities in the campus.

DYPIU’s environment is highly conducive to learning and its curriculum integrates innovation, practical skills and industry exposure to ensure global career readiness. At the university students will have opportunities for research participation, entrepreneurship and international collaborations. DYPIU aims to provide international students with a rewarding and globally competitive education experience in India.

Approvals and Recognitions

Our University is duly recognized and approved by leading statutory and regulatory bodies, ensuring academic excellence, credibility, and global acceptance of our programs.

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Admission Procedure

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Step 1 Register and Fill the Application Form
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Step 2 Payment and Submission of Application Form
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Step 3 Receive Provisional Admission Offer Letter
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Step 4 Report at Campus

*Application Fee: Rs. 6,000/- (INR or approx. 68$) for all international students.

Fees for Batch admitted in Academic Year 2026-27 (INR) - International Students

Name of Programme Duration (Years) 1st Year
Tuition Fee Registration Fee Caution Money Total Annual Fee 15% Scholarship Annual Fee After Scholarship
BCA (Hon.) 4 245000 5000 10000 260000 36750 223250
BBA (Hon.) 4 287000 5000 10000 302000 43050 258950
BA JMC (Hon.) 4 182000 5000 10000 197000 27300 169700
B. Design 4 364000 5000 10000 379000 54600 324400
B. Tech (CSE) 4 364000 5000 10000 379000 54600 324400
B.Tech (Bioengineering) 4 329000 5000 10000 344000 49350 294650
BFA (Applied Arts) 4 224000 5000 10000 239000 33600 205400
B.Tech (Mechanical Engg) 4 294000 5000 10000 309000 44100 264900
B.Tech (Civil Engg) 4 294000 5000 10000 309000 44100 264900
B.Tech (Chemical Engg) 4 217000 5000 10000 232000 32550 199450
B.Tech (Semiconductor Engg) 4 329000 5000 10000 344000 49350 294650
Name of Programme Duration (Years) 1st Year
Tuition Fee Registration Fee Caution Money Total Annual Fee 15% Scholarship Annual Fee After Scholarship
MBA (DB) 2 392000 5000 10000 407000 58800 348200
M.Sc. (Medical Biotechnology) 2 196000 5000 10000 211000 29400 181600
MCA 2 224000 5000 10000 239000 33600 205400
Name of Programme Duration (Years) 1st Year
Tuition Fee Registration Fee Caution Money Total Annual Fee 15% Scholarship Annual Fee After Scholarship
PHD 4 210000 5000 10000 225000 31500 193500

1. In case of annual fee paid on or before last date of Odd Semester fee payment of academic year, Registration Fee of Even Semester of the same academic year Rs. 2500 will be waived off

2. Alumni fee Rs. 1500/- will be deducted from the Caution Money

3. Examination & Convocation fee:

  • Regular Exams Rs 150/- per subject
  • Backlog Exams Rs 500/- per subject
  • Transcript Rs 1000/-
  • Convocation fees for all students Rs 1500/-
  • PhD Submission fee Rs. 50,000/-

All international students admitted to D Y Patil International University are eligible for a 15% scholarship across all programs. This scholarship reflects our commitment to support global learners in achieving their educational goals

Only candidates who have the requisite qualification from foreign universities or Boards of Higher Education recognized as equivalent to the +2 stage of India by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi are eligible for admission.

If required, candidates will be asked to obtain the ‘eligibility certificate’ from the AIU, New Delhi.

Admissions are in conformity with the guidelines set by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and the Statutory Bodies of India like the UGC, AICTE, BCI, NCHMCT and DSIR etc.

The following foreign examinations have been recognized as equivalent to the + 2 stage of an Indian Board GCE ‘A’ Levels, International Baccalaureate (IB), STPM, Ontario Secondary School Diploma, South Australian Matriculation, 12 years General Secondary Education Certificate issued by the Ministry of Education, Higher Secondary Examinations of the approved Boards, Senior Secondary, Sri Lankan ‘A’ Levels, Secondary Stage qualification of National Examination Board/Council, 12 years Secondary Stage Examinations conducted by the various Provinces of Australia and Canada, American High School Diploma, etc.

Afghanistan 12 years Baccalaureate Certificate
Bangladesh Intermediate/ Senior Secondary/ Higher Secondary of the approved Boards
Hong Kong GCE/ IGCSE/ GCSE examinations of the approved British Examining Bodies in Hong Kong with passes in 5 subjects at ‘Ordinary Level’ and 2 subjects at ‘Advanced Level’. For admission to professional courses – medical/ engineering Advanced level passes in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Mathematics and English are essential besides 5(Five) passes at GCE ‘Ordinary Level’
Indonesia 12 years Secondary Stage qualification
Japan 12 years Secondary Stage qualification
Korea 12 years Secondary Stage qualification
Malaysia 12 years STPM examination of Malaysia
Nepal Intermediate/ Senior Secondary/ Higher Secondary of the approved Boards
Pakistan Intermediate/ Senior Secondary/ Higher Secondary of the approved Boards Socialist Republic of Vietnam – 12 years Secondary Stage qualification
Singapore GCE/ IGCSE/ GCSE examinations of the approved British Examining Bodies in Singapore with passes in 5 subjects at ‘Ordinary Level’ and 2 subjects at ‘Advanced Level’. For admission to professional courses – medical/ engineering Advanced level passes in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Mathematics and English are essential besides 5(Five) passes at GCE ‘Ordinary Level’
Sri Lanka GCE ‘Ordinary and Advanced’ level examination of the Department of Examination, Government of Sri Lanka 

France 12 years Baccalaureate Certificate
Germany Abitur
United Kingdom GCE/ IGCSE/ GCSE examinations of the approved British Examining Bodies in UK with passes in 5 subjects at ‘Ordinary Level’ and 2 subjects at ‘Advanced Level’. For admission to professional courses – medical/ engineering Advanced level passes in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Mathematics and English are essential besides 5(Five) passes at GCE ‘Ordinary Level’

Bahrain 12 years General Secondary Education Certificate of the Ministry of Education
Iran 12 years General Secondary Education Certificate of the Ministry of Education
Iraq 12 years Baccalaureate Certificate
Jordan 12 years General Secondary Education Certificate of the Ministry of Education 
Kuwait 12 years General Secondary Education Certificate of the Ministry of Education 
Oman 12 years General Secondary Education Certificate of the Ministry of Education 
Other Gulf countries 12 years General Secondary Education Certificate of the Ministry of Education 
Saudi Arabia 12 years General Secondary Education Certificate of the Ministry of Education 
United Arab Emirates 12 years General Secondary Education Certificate of the Ministry of Education 
Yemen Arab Republic 12-years Secondary Stage qualification 

Grade 12th from schools in South Africa recognized by the Joint Matriculation Board (JMB).

Ethiopia 2 years Secondary Stage qualification of National Examination Board/ Council of the Ministry of Education 
Egypt  12 years General Secondary Education Certificate of the Ministry of Education 
Kenya  2 years Secondary Stage qualification of National Examination Board/ Council of the Ministry of Education 
Mauritius  GCE/ IGCSE/ GCSE examinations of the approved British Examining Bodies in Mauritius with passes in 5 subjects at ‘Ordinary Level’ and 2 subjects at ‘Advanced Level’. For admission to professional courses – medical/ engineering Advanced level passes in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Mathematics and English are essential besides 5(Five) passes at GCE ‘Ordinary Level’ 
Nigeria  2 years Secondary Stage qualification of National Examination Board/ Council of the Ministry of Education
Sudan  2 years Secondary Stage qualification of National Examination Board/ Council of the Ministry of Education 
Tanzania  2 years Secondary Stage qualification of National Examination Board/ Council of the Ministry of Education
Tunisia  12 years Baccalaureate Certificate 
Uganda  2 years Secondary Stage qualification of National Examination Board/ Council of the Ministry of Education 

Australia 12 years Secondary Stage Examination conducted by various Provinces in Australia

Canada 12 years Secondary Stage Examination conducted by various Provinces in Canada

Age Limit: The candidate should have completed the age of 17 years on or before 31st December of the year of admission.

As per Association of Indian Universities (AIU) norms.

Kindly visit: https://www.aiu.ac.in

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Foreigners Regional Registration

e-FRRO Portal: https://indianfrro.gov.in/eservices/

International Students are required to register their stay in India within 14 days of arrival.

Overseas Citizen of India Cardholder Have certain privileges and are exempt from FRRO registration.

However, they still need:

  • Form C: This form is generated by an Indian citizen or the owner of the residence where the student is staying. It's a way of reporting the foreigner's stay to the authorities. The student cannot generate this form themselves.
  • Form S: Provided by the college office, this form is necessary for students to officially confirm their enrollment and residence.

  • Valid passport of student with at least six months validity.
  • Student visa copy.
  • University admission letter to the student.
  • Bonafide letter to confirm the student enrollment to the program (to be requested as per process from the Office of Registrar student section).
  • Fee Payment Receipt to confirm the payment for tuition fees.
  • Hostel Confirmation Letter or Proof of Residence Address (Utility bill, bank statement, or any official document indicating the student’s local address).
  • Health insurance covering the student’s stay in the country.
  • Vaccination certificate (Covid-19, Hepatitis B, Yellow Fever).
  • Recent passport-size photographs (2 to 4 copies).
  • Previous Academic Transcripts and certificates.
  • Financial Proof: Financial undertaking either a letter of recommendation from the Government certifying that the fees will be paid by the Government or a letter from the sponsor confirming that the sponsoring body or person would cover the student’s tuition fees, living expenses, and other costs for the duration of the stay.
  • Student’s recent bank statement showing a balance of US $1000.

  • Residential permit will be issued by the concerned FRRO for a period of maximum one year or visa expiry date, whichever is earlier.
  • Residential permit / stay visa shall be renewed / extended at least one month prior to the expiry of the current RP/RC/Stay Visa. The students have to comply with the same.
  • Any change in residential address / course / college / passport of international student should be registered online immediately by the student concerned.
  • International Students have to submit copy of the RC/RP to DYPIU.

Frequently Asked Questions for International Students

  • Complete the online application form
  • Submit required documents
  • Pay the application fee
  • Wait for an admission decision from DYPIU
  • Provisional Admission Offer Letter is issued to eligible applicants

Yes, international students are required to submit Association of Indian Universities (AIU) Equivalence Certificate to confirm that their prior academic qualifications are equivalent to those required by Indian universities. Students from Nepal and Bangladesh may be exempted from this requirement.

Yes, once you receive the Admission Letter, you can apply for a Student Visa at the nearest Indian consulate or embassy (any required supporting from DYPIU will be provided).

Yes, DYPIU organizes an Induction and Welcome Program for all international students to help them adjust to life in India, university life, cultural integration and academic guidance.

Yes, all international students admitted to our university are eligible for an exclusive 15% scholarship across all academic programs. This scholarship is automatically applicable and reflects our commitment to supporting global learners in achieving their educational goals. Detailed information regarding fees can be viewed on our International Fees page: https://www.dypiu.ac.in/international-admissions/fees. We encourage prospective students to review the page for a the fee structures.

You can open a bank account in India once you arrive. Following are the required documents:

  • Passport
  • Visa
  • Proof of address
  • Admission letter from DYPIU

Once you arrive in Pune, you can buy a local SIM card from mobile service providers. You will need to provide:

  • Passport
  • Visa
  • Passport-sized photograph

DYPIU will assist you with the process

International students are provided with accommodation in the D Y Patil Residency. The Hostel Allotment Letter will provide once the hostel application formalities are completed like hostel and mess fee.

DYPIU provides airport pick-up services for international students from Pune International Airport to DYPIU. You will receive the details of the airport pick-up person closer to your arrival date.

Yes, DYPIU provides on-campus dining options including cafeterias, food courts, and canteens, offering both Indian and international (like burger, sandwich, noodles, fried rice, juice, milk shake etc) cuisine.

  • Apply and get student visa.
  • Book flight tickets.
Note:
  • Only persons with the purpose of studying in India and entering the country on STUDENT VISA AND RESEARCH VISA shall be eligible to apply for admission to a particular course.
  • A foreign national with Admission Letter, can apply for a Student Visa in the Indian Consulate / Embassy (as per the Resolution dated June 1, 2004, issued by the Department of Secondary & Higher Education, Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India (GOI), NOC is not required for foreign nationals who wish to pursue their higher studies in India in all institutions / university departments offering technical courses leading to Diploma, Degree and Post-Graduate Degree in Engineering & Technology, Architecture & Town Planning, Pharmacy, Applied Arts, MBA, MCA, Hotel Management & Catering Technology, etc.).
  • Foreign students seeking admission to Ph.D program must obtain RESEARCH VISA from Government of India, Ministry of Home Affairs.

  • Pre-arrival assistance: International student will be guided at every step of the admission process and provide useful tips on the visa processing, travel route, what to pack, and what to expect when the students get here. Also share cultural insights to help you settle in quickly and start the academics. For any clarifications during the admission process the student can contact the assigned Admission Counsellor at international.admissions@dypiu.ac.in for guidance and support.
  • International arrivals: The team will support airport pick up every year for all international students. This service usually operates from Pune International Airport to DYPIU.

  • The international students are assisted with settling in the hostel, FRR registration, adapting to local life, understanding cultural differences, guidance on opening bank accounts, getting a mobile phone plan, and navigating public transportation.
  • Social activities are organized to help the International students meet other students and integrate into campus life.
  • To ensure that the student have smooth and supported experience at DYPIU the student services focus on health, wellbeing, and personal needs.
  • Peer Mentoring: International students are paired with Peer mentors who will be the senior students to offer guidance on university life, academics, social integration, and personal development.
  • Academic Mentoring: Academic Mentors (experienced faculty) are assigned to International students who provide support in study strategies, course selection, and academic challenges, helping students achieve long-term academic success.

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