About Somaiya Vidyavihar University
Holding full UGC approval as a private state university, this institution functions as a self-governing academic hub in Mumbai, allowing it to design curriculum that bypasses outdated state syllabus mandates. While it gained university status recently, the foundation rests on a sprawling 65-acre campus managed by the Somaiya Trust since the mid-20th century. This means you get modern, flexible degree formats built on top of long-standing academic reliability.
Key Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | State Private University |
| Campus | Urban (65-Acre Campus, Vidyavihar, Mumbai) |
| Mode of Study | Full-time |
| Ownership | Trust-run (Somaiya Vidyavihar Trust) |
Programs Offered
| Degree | Specializations | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | Computer Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Information Technology | Passed 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, plus valid JEE Main or MHT-CET scores. |
| MBA | Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, Data Science & Analytics | Undergraduate degree with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized university, plus CAT, NMAT, or CMAT scores. |
| B.Sc. (Hons) | Information Technology, Data Science, Biotechnology | 10+2 in Science stream with Mathematics as a compulsory subject. |
| BBA | Financial Markets, Entrepreneurship, Sports Management | 10+2 from any stream with English as a passing subject. |
Admissions Overview
Securing a seat here requires meeting strict merit thresholds rather than navigating complex bureaucratic hoops. While professional courses like B.Tech and MBA require state or national entrance exam scores, many undergraduate programs evaluate you directly on your qualifying exam scores.
- Submit your verified academic transcripts and qualifying test scores through the central Somaiya admission portal.
- Review the merit lists released per department, which dictate final seat allocation.
- Complete the physical document verification on the Vidyavihar campus once your name appears on the allotment list.
Campus & Infrastructure
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Transport | The campus sits adjacent to the Vidyavihar and Tilak Nagar railway stations, making local trains the primary commute option for most day scholars. The university also operates specific shuttle services during peak morning and evening hours for direct connectivity. |
| Sports / Playground | The Somaiya Sports Academy features an IAAF-certified synthetic track, a football turf, and dedicated courts for squash and tennis. Students can access professional coaching programs and regular intra-university tournaments. |
| Hostels | On-campus housing is divided between the Sandipani and Maitreyi hostel buildings, offering shared occupancy options. Rooms are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority given to outstation students. |
| Gym / Fitness Center | A fully equipped indoor fitness zone operates within the sports pavilion, featuring strength-training equipment and free weights. Qualified trainers are present during morning and evening sessions to guide workouts. |
