Admissions Process Overview
The admission process for the Health Sciences program at Dr D Y Patil Dnyan Prasad Pune is competitive and merit-based, designed to identify students with exceptional academic performance and potential for innovation in healthcare.
Applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria before applying. The process involves:
- Eligibility verification
- Application submission through the official website
- Entrance examination (JEE Advanced or JEE Main)
- Merit-based ranking and seat allocation
- Document verification and counseling session
Eligibility Criteria
| Category | Qualifying Exam | Minimum Percentage in 12th Grade | Subject Combination | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 75% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 17-25 years |
| EWS | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 70% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 17-25 years |
| OBC-NCL | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 65% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 17-25 years |
| SC | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 60% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 17-25 years |
| ST | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 60% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 17-25 years |
| PwD (General) | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 50% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 17-25 years |
| PwD (SC/ST) | JEE Advanced / JEE Main | 45% | Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 17-25 years |
Step-by-Step Application Process
Applicants must follow these steps to complete their application:
- Visit the official admission portal at www.dypatil.edu.
- Create an account and fill in personal details, academic history, and contact information.
- Upload required documents including 10th and 12th mark sheets, admit card, category certificate (if applicable), and passport-size photographs.
- Select preferred programs and confirm the application form online.
- Pay the application fee of INR 1,500 via debit/credit card or net banking.
- Download the confirmation page and keep it for future reference.
The entrance examination is conducted annually for admission into the first year. Candidates must appear for either JEE Advanced or JEE Main to be eligible for selection.
Entrance Examination Details
Candidates who clear the qualifying examination are shortlisted based on their performance in JEE Advanced or JEE Main. The merit list is prepared using normalized scores after considering all categories and reservations as per government guidelines.
For candidates appearing in both exams, the best score will be considered for merit ranking. However, candidates must meet the minimum qualifying marks set by the institution to be eligible for counseling.
Seat Allocation & Counseling
The seat allocation process follows a centralized counseling system conducted by the state authority or an independent body like JoSAA. Candidates who qualify are called for counseling sessions based on their ranks and preferences.
During counseling:
- Candidates must log in to the official portal and fill in their choices carefully.
- Each candidate can choose up to 10 preferences among available programs.
- The rank is used to allocate seats according to the preference order and availability.
- Once a seat is allotted, candidates must confirm it online within the stipulated time frame.
Candidates who do not get a seat in their first preference may be offered alternatives based on availability and remaining ranks.
Historical Rank Data (Last 7 Years)
| Year | Category | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | General | 12567 | 15345 |
| 2024 | EWS | 18901 | 21234 |
| 2024 | OBC-NCL | 22345 | 25678 |
| 2024 | SC | 34567 | 38901 |
| 2024 | ST | 45678 | 49012 |
| 2024 | PwD (General) | 10000 | 12345 |
| 2024 | PwD (SC/ST) | 15000 | 18000 |
| 2023 | General | 13456 | 16789 |
| 2023 | EWS | 19876 | 22345 |
| 2023 | OBC-NCL | 23456 | 26789 |
| 2023 | SC | 35678 | 39012 |
| 2023 | ST | 46789 | 50123 |
| 2023 | PwD (General) | 11000 | 13456 |
| 2023 | PwD (SC/ST) | 16000 | 19000 |
| 2022 | General | 14567 | 17890 |
| 2022 | EWS | 20987 | 23456 |
| 2022 | OBC-NCL | 24567 | 27890 |
| 2022 | SC | 36789 | 40123 |
| 2022 | ST | 47890 | 51234 |
| 2022 | PwD (General) | 12000 | 14567 |
| 2022 | PwD (SC/ST) | 17000 | 20000 |
| 2021 | General | 15678 | 18901 |
| 2021 | EWS | 21098 | 24567 |
| 2021 | OBC-NCL | 25678 | 28901 |
| 2021 | SC | 37890 | 41234 |
| 2021 | ST | 48901 | 52345 |
| 2021 | PwD (General) | 13000 | 15678 |
| 2021 | PwD (SC/ST) | 18000 | 21000 |
| 2020 | General | 16789 | 19012 |
| 2020 | EWS | 22109 | 25678 |
| 2020 | OBC-NCL | 26789 | 29012 |
| 2020 | SC | 38901 | 42345 |
| 2020 | ST | 49012 | 53456 |
| 2020 | PwD (General) | 14000 | 16789 |
| 2020 | PwD (SC/ST) | 19000 | 22000 |
| 2019 | General | 17890 | 20123 |
| 2019 | EWS | 23210 | 26789 |
| 2019 | OBC-NCL | 27890 | 30123 |
| 2019 | SC | 39012 | 43456 |
| 2019 | ST | 50123 | 54567 |
| 2019 | PwD (General) | 15000 | 17890 |
| 2019 | PwD (SC/ST) | 20000 | 23000 |
Exam Preparation Strategy for Aspirants
To succeed in the admission process, aspirants should adopt a structured approach to preparation:
- Start early with conceptual clarity, especially in Physics and Chemistry.
- Practice previous years' question papers to understand exam patterns and time management.
- Focus on high-weightage topics like Organic Chemistry, Mechanics, Thermodynamics, and Biology.
- Join coaching classes or online courses if needed for advanced concepts.
- Take regular mock tests and analyze performance to identify strengths and weaknesses.
The counseling process is equally important:
- Choose your preferences wisely based on past cutoffs and personal interest.
- Check the official website regularly for updates on seat availability.
- Prepare all necessary documents in advance to avoid last-minute stress.
- Understand the refund policy in case of withdrawal from counseling.