VIT Mumbai BTech Admission 2026-27 Begins; Apply by September 7

Vidyalankar Institute of Technology (VIT), Mumbai, has opened applications for BTech admission for the 2026-27 academic year. Candidates can apply under the Institute Level and Against CAP (ACAP) quotas. The last date to submit the application form is September 7, 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website, vit.edu.in. A separate application form is available for candidates seeking admission through Diploma and D. Vocational lateral entry.

VIT Mumbai Institute Level and ACAP Seats

Most engineering seats at VIT Mumbai are allotted through the Centralized Admission Process (CAP) conducted by the Maharashtra State CET Cell. Seats remaining vacant after the CAP rounds are filled through the ACAP process.

Institute Level Quota

Institute Level seats are filled directly by the college based on merit. Applications are invited through the institute's official portal, and eligible candidates from Maharashtra as well as other states can apply, subject to the applicable eligibility criteria.

Against CAP (ACAP) Quota

ACAP admissions are conducted to fill vacant seats remaining after the completion of CAP rounds. Candidates are required to have registered with the Maharashtra State CET Cell. Eligible candidates from across India can participate in the process. 

VIT Mumbai BTech 2026 Key Details

The table below lists the important details from the official admissions notice.

Source: vit.edu.in

Eligibility Criteria for VIT Mumbai BTech Admission 2026

Candidates applying for BTech admission must meet the following requirements:

• Have a valid JEE Main 2026 or MHT-CET 2026 score.
• Have secured at least 45% marks in Class 12.
• Have studied Physics and Mathematics, along with Chemistry or an equivalent subject at the Higher Secondary level.
• Candidates who were not selected through CAP can also apply.
• Diploma and D. Vocational candidates can apply for lateral entry by selecting the appropriate option in the application form.
• Reserved category candidates can claim applicable relaxation as per state guidelines.
• MHT-CET is primarily applicable to candidates with Maharashtra domicile, while candidates from other states can apply through JEE Main under the Institute Level quota. Domicile and category documents will be verified during the admission process.

How to Apply for VIT Mumbai BTech Admission 2026?

The application process is conducted online. Candidates must fill out the appropriate Google Form available through the official VIT Mumbai admission portal.

Steps to Apply

1. Visit the official website, vit.edu.in.
2. Navigate to the admission section.
3. Select the appropriate application form for BTech first-year admission or Diploma/D. Vocational lateral entry.
4. Enter personal details, qualifying examination scores and preferred branch.
5. Upload the required documents.
6. Cross-check all details entered in the application form.
7. Submit the application before September 7, 2026.
8. Save the acknowledgement or confirmation page for future reference.
9. Candidates should ensure that the information entered matches their JEE Main or MHT-CET scorecard and other official documents.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before filling out the application form:

• Class 10 mark sheet and passing certificate
• Class 12 mark sheet and passing certificate
• JEE Main 2026 or MHT-CET 2026 scorecard
• Aadhaar Card or another valid government-issued ID
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Scanned signature
• Category certificate, if applicable
• Domicile certificate, if applicable
• Income certificate, if applicable

VIT Mumbai Admission Helpdesk

The admission helpdesk is available from Monday to Saturday, with assistance provided from 9 AM to 5 PM IST on weekdays.

Candidates can contact the institute at:

• Phone: 8657035173
• Phone: 022 24161126
• Campus: Vidyalankar College Marg, Wadala East, Mumbai 400 037

VIT Mumbai also provides admission-related updates through its official WhatsApp channel.

VIT Mumbai BTech Admission 2026: Preparation Checklist

1. Check eligibility for Institute Level or ACAP admission.
2. Visit vit.edu.in and select the relevant admission form.
3. Keep JEE Main/MHT-CET score details ready.
4. Prepare scanned copies of all required documents.
5. Fill in personal, academic and branch preference details carefully.
6. Verify the application details before submission.
7. Submit the application by September 7, 2026.
8. Download and preserve the acknowledgement copy.