Kolhapur Institute of Technology's (KIT) College of Engineering, Shirgaon Kolhapur

Established in 1983 by a cadre of visionary industrialists, seasoned professionals, and esteemed educationalists, the Kolhapur Institute of Technology’s College of Engineering Kolhapur stands as a premier institution in the realm of Engineering and Management education. Pioneering as the first self-financed engineering college in Maharashtra, the institute boasts a distinguished identity shaped by the extensive exposure and wisdom of its founders. Elevating its stature, the institute has been honoured with an "A+ Grade Status with CGPA 3.33" by The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), Bengaluru. Furthermore, it has attained accreditation for six departments—Civil Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Bio Technology Engineering from the prestigious National Board of Accreditation (NBA), New Delhi, a governmental body renowned for accrediting programs in institutes. Notably, the institute has secured Permanent Affiliation from Shivaji University Kolhapur and proudly holds Autonomous status. Undeniably committed to excellence, the institution has shepherded more than 15,000 engineers to success, seamlessly bridging the gap between academia and industry through campus placements and fostering a legion of entrepreneurs. In Western Maharashtra, it stands tall as a beacon of prominence and success in the realm of Engineering Education, diligently delivering optimal results for its students and stakeholders.