In the landscape of Indian technical education, few institutions carry the weight of history, academic prestige, and industry relevance that the Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai commands. Born in 1933 as the University Department of Chemical Technology (UDCT) under the University of Mumbai, ICT has spent over nine decades shaping India’s chemical engineering, pharmaceutical, and technology industries. Granted Deemed University status by UGC in 2008, accredited with NAAC A++ grade, and consistently ranked among India’s best in both Pharmacy and Engineering by NIRF, ICT Mumbai is a truly unique institution — a government deemed university with the academic depth of an IIT and the industry proximity of a Mumbai-based institution.
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This complete 2026 guide covers everything aspiring students need to know — courses, fees, admission, cutoffs, NIRF rankings, placements, and campus life.
About ICT Mumbai: A Legacy Since 1933
Also historically known as UDCT Mumbai (University Department of Chemical Technology) and Mumbai University Institute of Chemical Technology, ICT today operates across three campuses — the flagship Matunga campus in Mumbai, and satellite campuses in Marathwada Jalna (Maharashtra) and Bhubaneswar (Odisha) — making it one of the few Indian deemed universities with a genuine multi-state academic footprint.
The Matunga Mumbai campus is spread across 16 acres on Nathalal Parekh Marg, Matunga, Mumbai – 400019, conveniently located near Matunga Railway Station (approximately 2 km) and accessible from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (approximately 15 km). The Government of Maharashtra has formally granted ICT the “Elite Status and Centre of Excellence” designation — the highest recognition a Maharashtra institution can receive.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Established | 1933 (as UDCT); Deemed University: 2008 |
| Type | Government Deemed University |
| Location | Nathalal Parekh Marg, Matunga, Mumbai – 400019 |
| Campus Size | 16 Acres (Mumbai); Additional campuses in Jalna & Bhubaneswar |
| Approved By | UGC, AICTE, PCI, MoE (MHRD) |
| Accreditation | NAAC A++, NBA |
| NIRF 2025 | #6 Pharmacy · #41 Engineering · #41 Research · #64 Overall · #40 Universities |
| QS Asia Rankings 2026 | #421 in Asia |
| IIRF 2025 | #5 Overall in India |
| Highest Package (2024) | ₹60 LPA |
| B.Tech Median Package (NIRF 2025) | ₹9 LPA |
| Total Programmes | 54 courses across UG, PG & Doctoral levels |
Why ICT Mumbai Is Unlike Any Other Indian University
ICT Mumbai occupies a completely unique position in Indian higher education — and several features make it irreplaceable:
1. India’s Only Specialist Chemical Technology Deemed University: Unlike IITs which cover all engineering disciplines, ICT’s entire academic identity is built around chemical engineering and technology, pharmaceutical sciences, and allied applied sciences. This singular focus produces graduates with incomparable depth in their domain.
2. NIRF Top 6 in Pharmacy + Top 41 in Engineering — Simultaneously: Very few institutions in India rank in the Top 10 of two entirely different NIRF categories. ICT does — placing #6 in Pharmacy and #41 in Engineering in 2025, reflecting a rare dual-domain academic mastery.
3. Maharashtra’s “Elite Status and Centre of Excellence”: Granted by the Government of Maharashtra, this designation is reserved for institutions of exceptional standing — placing ICT in the same bracket as institutions of national strategic importance.
4. Core Industry Placements (Not IT): Unlike most engineering colleges where 70–80% of placements go to IT companies, ICT’s placement profile is dominated by core chemical, pharmaceutical, and process industries — Reliance, BPCL, Pidilite, UPL, Asian Paints, Tata Chemicals, and others. This is a defining USP for students seeking meaningful, domain-aligned careers.
5. IIT Kharagpur Collaboration: ICT has a formal academic collaboration with IIT Kharagpur for a 2-year M.Tech programme during internship — providing students with dual institutional exposure and research access.
Courses Offered at ICT Mumbai
ICT Mumbai offers 54 programmes across UG, PG, and doctoral levels, spanning engineering, technology, pharmaceutical sciences, and management.
Undergraduate Programmes
B.Tech (Bachelor of Technology) — 4 Years ICT’s flagship offering, available in 7 specialisations uniquely tied to its chemical technology identity:
- Chemical Engineering
- Dyestuff Technology
- Food Engineering and Technology
- Fibres and Textile Processing Technology
- Oils, Oleochemicals and Surfactants Technology
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology
- Polymer Engineering and Technology
B.Pharm (Bachelor of Pharmacy) — 4 Years A PCI-approved undergraduate pharmacy programme. Based on NIRF 2025, 7 B.Pharm students were placed with a median package of ₹6 LPA in 2024.
B.Chem (Bachelor of Chemical Sciences) — 5 Years (Integrated) An integrated programme combining core chemical sciences with applied technology.
Postgraduate Programmes
M.Tech (Master of Technology) — 2 Years Multiple specialisations in advanced chemical engineering, polymer technology, food technology, and related disciplines. Admission via GATE score. Median PG package (2-year): ₹7 LPA (NIRF 2025).
M.Pharm (Master of Pharmacy) — 2 Years Offered in pharmaceutical science specialisations; admission via GPAT score.
MBA (Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Venture Development) — 2 Years A distinctive MBA focused on innovation and venture creation — designed specifically for engineers and scientists transitioning into entrepreneurial roles.
M.Chem (Master of Chemical Sciences) Advanced programme in chemical sciences for students targeting research or industrial R&D careers.
M.Sc. (Applied Sciences) Postgraduate science programmes in Mathematics and allied applied sciences.
Doctoral Programme
Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Allied Disciplines ICT’s research ecosystem supports doctoral work in polymer nanocomposites, plasma processing of materials, nanomaterials, drug delivery, and process engineering. The DSIR-recognised research infrastructure and collaboration with IIT Kharagpur enhance research quality significantly. Eligibility: Master’s degree with 55% marks; ICT entrance test followed by personal interview.
ICT Mumbai Fee Structure 2026
ICT Mumbai maintains a remarkably affordable fee structure for a NAAC A++ deemed university in Mumbai — a government institution with IIT-level academic quality:
| Programme | Annual Fee (Approx.) | Total Course Fee (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (4 Years) — General | ₹89,100 per year | ₹1.33–3.56 Lakhs (total) |
| B.Tech — Premium Specialisations | Up to ₹1.33 Lakhs/year | ₹5.28 Lakhs (total) |
| M.Tech / PG Programmes | ₹40,000–2.45 Lakhs | Varies by specialisation |
| Hostel Fee | ₹34,000–₹50,000 per year | — |
Note: UG fees are for General category Maharashtra domicile students. All-India quota fees may vary. Hostel and mess charges are separate. No management quota seats exist at ICT Mumbai — all admissions are merit-based. Confirm current fees at the official ICT portal or cetcell.mahacet.org.
Admission Process 2026: Step-by-Step
ICT Mumbai is notable for having zero management quota seats — all admissions are purely merit-based through state and national entrance examinations.
Eligibility Criteria
For B.Tech: 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects, and Mathematics as a third subject, with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks (45% for Maharashtra reserved categories). Valid JEE Main (All India quota — 70% seats) or MHT-CET (Maharashtra state quota — 30% seats) score required.
For B.Pharm: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics; minimum 45% marks; NEET/MHT-CET score as applicable.
For M.Tech: B.Tech/B.E. with minimum 60% marks; valid GATE score mandatory.
For M.Pharm: B.Pharm with minimum 55% marks; valid GPAT score mandatory.
For Ph.D.: Master’s degree with minimum 55% marks; qualifying ICT entrance test + personal interview.
Step-by-Step Application
- Register for Entrance Exam — Appear for JEE Main (jeemain.nta.ac.in) for All India quota or MHT-CET (cetcell.mahacet.org) for Maharashtra state quota
- MHT-CET 2026 Exam Dates: Session 1 — April 11–20, 2026 (rescheduled); Session 2 — May 12–16, 2026
- Register for CAP Counselling — After result declaration, register on the DTE Maharashtra Centralized Admission Process (CAP) portal
- Document Verification — Online document upload and verification: typically June–July
- Seat Allotment Rounds — Multiple CAP rounds conducted; seats allotted based on rank and preference
- Pay Fees & Report — Complete fee payment and report to ICT Mumbai with original documents
Key 2026 Cutoffs (Reference from 2025)
| Branch | JEE Main — General AI (Closing Rank) | MHT-CET — GOPENS (Percentile) |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Engineering | 500–1,200 (Opening–Closing) | 99.50–99.73 |
| Food Engineering | ~50,000–1,15,110 | 96.84–99.49 |
| Dyestuff Technology | ~22,643 (Opening) | ~86.20 (EWS HS) |
| Polymer Engineering | ~15,478 (2022 reference) | Varies |
Cutoffs shift by 5–10% annually based on competition volume. Expect 2026 closing ranks to shift upward by 200–300 for top branches based on 2025 trends.
NIRF Rankings 2025: Dominant Across Multiple Categories
ICT Mumbai’s multi-category NIRF performance is unmatched among government deemed universities in Maharashtra:
| NIRF Category | Rank 2025 |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy | #6 |
| Engineering | #41 |
| Research Institutions | #41 |
| Universities | #40 |
| Overall | #64 |
Other Rankings:
- QS Asia Rankings 2026: #421 in Asia
- IIRF 2025: #5 Overall in India (Top Universities)
- Careers360: Ranked #22 Public University; #2 Public Institution in Pharmacy in India
- Collegedunia 2025: #124 Engineering nationally; #3 in Mumbai for Engineering
The #6 NIRF Pharmacy ranking places ICT Mumbai among the elite — ranking above most private deemed universities including those with significantly larger endowments and infrastructure.
Placements at ICT Mumbai: Core Industry Champions
ICT Mumbai’s placement profile is fundamentally different from most Indian engineering institutions — and proudly so.
NIRF 2025 Placement Highlights:
- B.Tech Median Package: ₹9 LPA
- PG 2-Year Median Package: ₹7 LPA
- B.Pharm Median Package: ₹6 LPA (7 students, 2024)
- Highest Package: ₹60 LPA (2025, Integrated M.Tech batch)
- Highest Package 2024: ₹17 LPA
- Placement Rate: 90–100% for eligible students; 95% of eligible students placed in 2025
- Total Companies Visiting: 100+ annually
- Placement process begins from the 7th semester (B.Tech)
Core Industry Recruiters (Not IT-Dominated): Reliance Industries, BPCL, ONGC, Indian Oil, Tata Chemicals, Asian Paints, Pidilite Industries, UPL, DRDO, BARC, ISRO, Patanjali, Lupin, Cipla, Sun Pharma, Aarti Industries, and Deepak Nitrite — representing the very best of India’s chemical, energy, pharmaceutical, and defence research sectors.
Campus Life, Infrastructure & Facilities
The 16-Acre Matunga Campus
Located in the heart of Mumbai’s academic belt, ICT’s compact but fully equipped 16-acre campus offers:
Research Infrastructure:
- Advanced chemical engineering and biotech research labs
- Polymer nanocomposites, plasma processing, and nanomaterials labs
- Pharmaceutical sciences labs with analytical instrumentation
- DSIR-recognised research environment supporting externally funded projects
Library: Extensive digital and physical library resources with access to international journals, e-databases, and a well-stocked physical collection supporting research across all disciplines.
Hostels: 4 on-campus hostels — 2 for boys, 2 for girls — with compulsory mess participation. Three canteens with a rotating daily menu. Guest house available for visiting parents. Hostel fees: ₹30,000–₹50,000 per year (depending on room type). Students must apply for hostel allotment immediately after admission confirmation.
Campus Connectivity:
- Matunga Railway Station: ~2 km (5-minute walk)
- BEST bus routes from Dadar and Mumbai Central
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport: ~15 km (~30-minute drive)
- Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CST): ~12 km
Scholarships at ICT Mumbai
ICT Mumbai students have access to a comprehensive scholarship ecosystem:
- Merit-Cum-Means Scholarships: Instituted by alumni, philanthropists, and well-wishers; applications invited annually in August–September via online process
- Government of Maharashtra Minority Scholarship: For minority community students in technical and professional education
- EWS Fee Waiver: For Economically Weaker Section students under central and state provisions
- AICTE Pragati & Saksham Schemes: For girl students and differently-abled students respectively
- Central Government SC/ST Scholarships: Full fee reimbursement for eligible reserved-category students
Final Verdict
Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai is one of India’s most extraordinary academic institutions — a government deemed university that has, since 1933, produced the engineers, scientists, and pharmaceutical innovators who built India’s chemical and process industries. Its NAAC A++ accreditation, NIRF #6 in Pharmacy and #41 in Engineering simultaneously, zero management quota seats, a highest placement package of ₹60 LPA, and a core industry placement culture dominated by Reliance, BPCL, DRDO, and ISRO collectively place ICT in a category of its own.
For any student serious about chemical engineering, pharmaceutical technology, polymer sciences, food technology, or dyestuff technology — where India’s best meet the world’s most relevant industries — ICT Mumbai is the gold standard.
MHT-CET 2026 Session 1: April 11–20, 2026 | Session 2: May 12–16, 2026. Register now at cetcell.mahacet.org.
Official Website: ictmumbai.edu.in Address: Nathalal Parekh Marg, Matunga, Mumbai – 400019, Maharashtra
