Delhi Technological University (DTU), formerly known as Delhi College of Engineering (DCE), is a prestigious state university located in Rohini, Delhi, India. Established in 1941 as Delhi Polytechnic, it initially offered a range of programs in engineering, technology, arts, sculpture, architecture, pharmacy, and commerce. In 1952, DTU began awarding formal degrees after affiliating with the University of Delhi. The institution gained university status in 2009, adopting its current name.
DTU has been recognized for its academic excellence. National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024: 27th in Engineering, 48th among Universities, and 66th Overall in India. Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022: 601-800 globally, 159 in Asia, and 191 among Emerging Economies University Rankings.
The main campus of DTU spans 164 acres on Bawana Road near Rohini Sector 17. The university also operates an East Delhi campus in Vivek Vihar, known as the University School of Management and Entrepreneurship (USME), established in 2017. USME offers management programs at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
DTU offers a wide array of programs across various disciplines. Undergraduate Programs like Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech), Bachelor of Arts (Hons.), Bachelor of Design (B.Des), and Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.). Postgraduate Programs like Master of Technology (M.Tech), Master of Science (M.Sc.), and Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.). Doctoral Programs like Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in multiple specializations. The university comprises fourteen academic departments, emphasizing scientific and technological education and research.
Admissions to DTU's programs are competitive and based on various national examinations. For B.Tech, through the Joint Admission Counselling Delhi (JAC-Delhi), based on All India Rank (AIR) in the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main. For B.Des, based on the Undergraduate Common Entrance Examination for Design (UCEED) score. For M.Tech, based on the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) score. For M.B.A., based on the Common Admission Test (CAT) score, followed by group discussions and interviews.
DTU boasts a distinguished list of alumni who have made significant contributions in various fields. Vinod Dham: Inventor of the Pentium processor, Vijay Shekhar Sharma: Founder & CEO of Paytm, Sushant Singh Rajput: Renowned actor And Raj Rewal: Esteemed architect.
With a rich legacy spanning over eight decades, Delhi Technological University continues to be a leading institution in engineering and technological education, fostering innovation, research, and holistic development.
