The Institute
Symbiosis was established by Prof. (Dr.) S. B. Mujumdar in 1971 with the motto of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ – the World is one Family and has been providing quality education in different disciplines like Law, Management, Computer Studies, Media and Communication, Humanities and Social Sciences, Medical and Health Sciences, Engineering and Architecture & Design. Today, Symbiosis has over 45,000 students from all the states of India and from over 85 countries. On 6th March 2022, Symbiosis proudly celebrated its Golden Jubilee, graced by the presence of the Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi Ji, as the chief guest. During the event, he also inaugurated the prestigious ‘Symbiosis Aarogya Dham’.
Symbiosis Institute of Technology, a constituent of Symbiosis International University was established in the year, 2008 and currently offers B. Tech and M.Tech programmes.
B. Tech programmes in Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Robotics and Automation.
M. Tech programmes in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Robotics and Automation, Geo-informatics and Surveying Technology, Automotive Technology.
Research programmes leading to Ph. D. Degree in all disciplines were introduced in the Faculty of Engineering of Symbiosis International University in 2010.
With NBA-accredited programs and NEP-2020 aligned curriculum SIT emphasizes both fundamental principles and advanced technological knowledge. The institute boasts high-quality infrastructure, multimedia classrooms, state-of-the-art labs, high-end computing facilities with the latest software, a modern library with digital media and databases, as well as auditoriums, seminar halls, separate hostels for boys and girls, and extensive playgrounds.
Symbiosis Institute of Technology, Pune campus also hosts the Bajaj Engineering Skills Training (BEST) Centre,Telecommunications Consultants India Limited (TCIL) funded 5G lab and Infosys Makers lab to upskill engineering graduates in the contemporary and evolving technology landscape.
The institute fosters a dynamic learning environment, facilitating industry collaborations, global immersion programs, and honours courses, ensuring holistic development through exposure to diverse fields and hands-on projects. The institute has international collaborations for student and faculty exchange with esteemed universities worldwide. These include Institute Mines-Telecom Business School, University College Dublin, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sumy State Agrarian University, University of Ghent, Kütahya Dumlupinar University, North China University of Technology, RUDN University, Leibniz University Hannover, and University of Leeds. These partnerships provide diverse opportunities for academic growth and global exposure.The institute offers dual degree and academic progression programs in partnership with esteemed universities, including Loughborough University (UK), Aston University (UK), Deakin University (Australia), and the University of East Anglia (UK).
The institute’s long-term connections across academic and corporate circles help the student identify and pursue a niche early in their career, thus giving them an edge in this time of fierce competition. The Institute's robust industry connections with leading companies have significantly enhanced collaborations, resulting in placement packages reaching up to an impressive 50 LPA!
The holistic curriculum at SIT Pune comprises subjects such as Creative Thinking, Design Thinking, Critical Thinking, Liberal Arts, Service Learning, etc besides core engineering subjects to realize the dream of Prof. Dr. S. B. Mujumdar Sir, Chancellor of SIU and founder of Symbiosis, of creating Global Engineers. Another advantage that the tech-enabled pedagogy of SIT, Pune helps with is familiarity with technology which will strengthen the resumes of the students in today’s hybrid and tech-enabled working environment. The institution also provides the students to grow into leading academics as well as entrepreneurs, with platforms such as Symbiosis Centre for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (SCEI), a business incubator, funded and recognised by the government of India. A special diploma from SIBM and courses from other Symbiosis Institutes are offered to the students. The online courses from Coursera, MOOC, SWAYAM etc are offered to the students to enhance the quality education.
With its holistic approach to education, industry-oriented curriculum, global collaborations, and focus on innovation and entrepreneurship, Symbiosis Institute of Technology, Pune continues to shape future-ready engineers, empowering them to excel in their chosen fields and contribute meaningfully to the global technological landscape.
