Procedure for engineering admission at Symbiosis: Understand in just 7 Mins!

Updated on – January 27, 2026 (Tuesday)

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Very few of us are aware that our country is the second-largest in the higher education system in the world. Not surprisingly, then, there are various types of entrance exams for engineering after 12th that are conducted at the undergraduate level. Out of these, some are conducted at the national level, some at the state level, and many institutes/colleges have their own exams at the institute level.

Symbiosis, a famous name in the private education sector in India, conducts its own entrance exam for engineering every year, known as SITEEE.

The Symbiosis Engineering Entrance Exam (SITEEE) is the engineering entrance exam for admission into the Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT), under the banner of Symbiosis International (Deemed University).

In this blog, we discuss everything you need to know about the engineering admission process at Symbiosis, including the SITEEE 2026 entrance exam details.

Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT), Pune: Know Your College!

Located in Pune, Maharashtra, Symbiosis Institute of Technology was established in 2008. The institute currently offers the following B.Tech and M.Tech programs:

B.Tech Programs at SIT Pune:

  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Science and Engineering
  • Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
  • Robotics and Automation

M.Tech Programs at SIT Pune:

  • Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
  • Robotics and Automation
  • Embedded Systems

The institute also offers Research Programs leading to a Ph.D. at its Faculty of Engineering at Symbiosis International (Deemed University).

Life at SIT Pune is a blend of rigorous academic learning and vibrant extracurricular activities such as:

  • Tech fests
  • Cultural programs
  • Industry–institute meets
  • Guest lectures by renowned personalities
  • Student and faculty exchange programs with top international universities

Symbiosis Institute of Technology (SIT), Nagpur: Know Your College!

At SIT, Nagpur, students gain exposure to real-world industrial challenges and application development. The department of computer science offers advanced topics such as cloud computing, software quality, cybersecurity, and AI and machine learning.

Honors programs are available, including:

  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
  • Data Science
  • Internet of Things
  • Cyber Security

Eligibility for Symbiosis Engineering at SIT Nagpur

Indian Students

  • Passed 10+2 examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with one of Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology / Technical Vocational subjects.
  • A minimum of 45% marks (40% for SC/ST candidates) in the above subjects combined.

International Students (NRI / PIO / Foreign Nationals)

  • Passed 10+2 examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, along with one of Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology / Technical Vocational subjects.
  • International students must meet eligibility as per SCIE norms. Please refer to the SCIE for detailed information.

Reservation within Sanctioned Intake

  • Scheduled Caste: 15%
  • Scheduled Tribe: 7.5%
  • Differently Abled: 3%
  • Nagpur Domiciled Candidates: 25%

Note: If any seats remain vacant in reserved categories, they will be converted to the General Category after approval from the Vice-Chancellor of Symbiosis International (Deemed University).

Over and Above the Sanctioned Intake

• Kashmiri Migrants: 2 Seats

• International Students (NRI/Foreign/PIO): a maximum of 25%

SITEEE - Entrance Exam Overview

SITEEE 2025 Eligibility Criteria

  • Minimum 45% marks (40% for SC/ST) in Standard XII (10+2) from any recognized board with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and one additional subject (Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology / Technical Vocational subject).
  • For Lateral Entry to the second year of B.Tech, a diploma certificate from an AICTE-approved institution is required with 45% marks (40% for SC/ST).
  • Foreign students need an equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).

SITEEE 2025 will also accept scores from JEE (Main) or any State Government Engineering Entrance Examination.

Important Dates for SITEEE 2026

Event Date

Registration & Payment Closes

April 15, 2026 (Wednesday)

Admit Card Release

April 24, 2026 (Friday) for Test 01

April 30, 2026 (Thursday) for Test 02

Test 01

May 02, 2026 (Saturday), 11:30 am to 12:30 pm

Test 02

May 10, 2026 (Sunday), 11:30 am to 12:30 pm

Result Declaration

May 20, 2026 (Wednesday)

SITEEE 2026 Exam Centres

SITEEE 2026 will be conducted in Computer-based Test (CBT) mode across 80 cities in India. You can select up to three preferred Test Cities during registration.

NOTE: Once the payment is completed, no changes to the Test City will be allowed. The earlier you make your payment, the better your chances of securing your desired Test City.

For further details on the application process and to begin your journey with SIT Pune and SIT Nagpur, visit the official SET website

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Caution Notice

Admission to all the courses and programmes at Symbiosis International (Deemed University) (SIU) are strictly on merit, based on the eligibility criteria, admission criteria and processes prescribed by the University from time to time and assessment of individual performance in different entrance tests / procedures conducted by SIU including Symbiosis National Aptitude Test [SNAP], Symbiosis Entrance Test [SET], Symbiosis Law Admission Test [SLAT], Symbiosis All India Admission Test [AIAT], Symbiosis Entrance Exam for Design [SEED], Symbiosis Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Exam [SITEEE] and Symbiosis Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET).

It is a matter of Policy that Symbiosis International (Deemed University) does not charge capitation fee for admission from students and this is widely and prominently published as well on all the relevant places like prospectus, website, Admission Booklets, etc.

All aspirants / parents are hereby notified that some individuals and/or organisations are giving / making false and misleading advertisements / claims in newspapers, websites, social media platforms or other means that they can secure/ ensure admission to various programme offered by Symbiosis International (Deemed University). Such individuals or organisations may also seek or demand money from aspirants or their parents in consideration of such purported assurances.

Aspirants and parents are advised to rely only on information and communications issued through the University's official channels, and to independently verify any claim regarding admission made by any third party.

It is informed at large that the University has not authorised or appointed any individual, agent, consultant or organisation to guarantee, assure or otherwise represent that admission to any course or programme, can be secured against payment of money or through any means other than the prescribed admission process. In this regard, Symbiosis International (Deemed University) requests the aspirants / parents to refrain from entering into any transaction with such elements. Despite this Notice, if any aspirant / parent still proceeds with or enters into transaction with such elements, they would be doing so at their own risk and cost.

Symbiosis International (Deemed University) further notifies that any aspirant attempting to approach Symbiosis International (Deemed University) for admission through or at the instances of such agents will be permanently debarred from admission to all the courses and programmes at Symbiosis International (Deemed University).

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Caution Notice

Admission to all the courses and programmes at Symbiosis International (Deemed University) (SIU) are strictly on merit, based on the eligibility criteria, admission criteria and processes prescribed by the University from time to time and assessment of individual performance in different entrance tests / procedures conducted by SIU including Symbiosis National Aptitude Test [SNAP], Symbiosis Entrance Test [SET], Symbiosis Law Admission Test [SLAT], Symbiosis All India Admission Test [AIAT], Symbiosis Entrance Exam for Design [SEED], Symbiosis Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Exam [SITEEE] and Symbiosis Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET).

It is a matter of Policy that Symbiosis International (Deemed University) does not charge capitation fee for admission from students and this is widely and prominently published as well on all the relevant places like prospectus, website, Admission Booklets, etc.

All aspirants / parents are hereby notified that some individuals and/or organisations are giving / making false and misleading advertisements / claims in newspapers, websites, social media platforms or other means that they can secure/ ensure admission to various programme offered by Symbiosis International (Deemed University). Such individuals or organisations may also seek or demand money from aspirants or their parents in consideration of such purported assurances.

Aspirants and parents are advised to rely only on information and communications issued through the University's official channels, and to independently verify any claim regarding admission made by any third party.

It is informed at large that the University has not authorised or appointed any individual, agent, consultant or organisation to guarantee, assure or otherwise represent that admission to any course or programme, can be secured against payment of money or through any means other than the prescribed admission process. In this regard, Symbiosis International (Deemed University) requests the aspirants / parents to refrain from entering into any transaction with such elements. Despite this Notice, if any aspirant / parent still proceeds with or enters into transaction with such elements, they would be doing so at their own risk and cost.

Symbiosis International (Deemed University) further notifies that any aspirant attempting to approach Symbiosis International (Deemed University) for admission through or at the instances of such agents will be permanently debarred from admission to all the courses and programmes at Symbiosis International (Deemed University).

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Registrar