Terna Engineering College

What Terna Engineering College does

Terna Engineering College is a private engineering institution located in Nerul, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, operated by the Terna Public Charitable Trust and affiliated with the University of Mumbai. Established under AICTE/DTE approval in 1990 and operating from 1991, the college delivers undergraduate engineering programs across approximately eight disciplines — including Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, and newer departments in Artificial Intelligence & Data Science and Electronics & Computer Engineering — supplemented by B.Voc (Bachelor of Vocation) programs and PhD-level research. The institution holds NBA accreditation for multiple programs, NAAC institutional accreditation, and the AICTE-CII Platinum rating for industry linkage.

The college serves approximately 1,800 students drawn through centralized Indian engineering entrance examinations (state CET and JEE), supported by a faculty base of around 180 and a total headcount of roughly 326 employees. Revenue is generated primarily through tuition and fees, which are price-capped under Maharashtra's Fee Regulating Authority (FRA), supplemented by development and ancillary fees. The institution is positioned as a mid-tier private engineering college, ranked 54th among private engineering colleges in India (14th in Maharashtra) in the Times 2024 rankings.

Operationally, TEC runs multi-vendor industry partnerships — including Infosys Springboard, Red Hat Academy, Oracle, AWS Academy, EC-Council, and SAP — that integrate vendor certifications and lab infrastructure into the curriculum, with placement into regional IT, manufacturing, and infrastructure employers serving as a primary outcome metric. The operating model is asset-light higher-education delivery: classroom and lab instruction, accreditation-driven reputation management, and industry partnership-driven placement support, rather than commercial product development or proprietary platform technology.

Name

Terna Engineering College

Legal name

Terna Engineering College

Website

https://ternaengg.ac.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Terna Engineering College is a private University of Mumbai-affiliated engineering institution in Navi Mumbai, India, offering AICTE-approved BE degrees across eight disciplines and B.Voc programs to roughly 1,800 students, supported by industry partnerships with Infosys, Red Hat, Oracle, AWS, and SAP.

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Product category

Engineering Higher Education

NAICS

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Polytechnic & Applied Sciences Universities (EDAHAEAB)

Keywords

• Engineering education
• Undergraduate programs
• Technical training
• Research programs
• Higher education

Headquarters

HQ city

Navi Mumbai

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Academic Fees: Revenue generated from student tuition fees for undergraduate and PhD programs. Fees are regulated by the Fees Regulating Authority (FRA) and follow DTE Maharashtra CAP round structure.
2. Placement Services: While placement services are free for students, companies recruiting on campus generate revenue through hiring agreements and contribute to college development funds.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Terna Engineering College delivers undergraduate Bachelor of Engineering (BE) programs across eight disciplines including Computer Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics, Information Technology, AI & Data Science, Mechanical, Mechatronics, and Civil Engineering, alongside doctoral research programs in IT and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering and proposed B.Voc vocational programs. Each program combines AICTE-approved curriculum, University of Mumbai affiliation, NBA-accredited engineering training, hands-on lab work through facilities like the Texas Instruments Innovation Centre and E-Yantra Robotics Lab, and full placement support for students.

Product overview

Terna Engineering College is an autonomous engineering institution affiliated with the University of Mumbai, offering a portfolio of undergraduate engineering programs (Computer Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication, Electronics Engineering, Information Technology, AI & Data Science, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Civil), vocational B.Voc programs, and doctoral research programs. The institution also operates specialized facilities including a Texas Instruments Innovation Centre for embedded systems training, an E-Yantra Robotics Lab in partnership with IIT Bombay, and a Terna Incubation Center for startup support. Programs are supported by NBA accreditation on multiple departments, AICTE approval, and NAAC certification.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TIC (Terna Incubation Center): Incubation center that facilitates business support systems, community and industrial exposure, infrastructural and financial support, and expert mentoring to selected start-ups.
• EPIC Center
• TEC ROBO Club
• Ignite
• TEC (Terna Engineering College) Virtual Tour

Products and services

• Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering (EXTC) Four-year Bachelor of Engineering program with emphasis on communication systems, embedded systems, and digital electronics, NBA accredited till 2028 with intake of 120 students and 10 PhD scholars.
• Computer Engineering Four-year BE program in Computer Engineering established in 1991 with intake of 180 students and 10 PhD research scholars, NBA accredited till 2028, with labs equipped with latest hardware and software.
• Electronics Engineering Four-year BE program with intake of 60 students and 10 PhD research scholars, NBA accredited till 2028; faculty involved in IEEE, IETE and national competitions like Robocon.
• Information Technology Engineering program affiliated to University of Mumbai and accredited by NBA till 2026, known for academic excellence and innovative approach with active industry connect programs.
• Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Data Science Four-year BE program established in 2021 with intake of 60 students, AICTE-approved and University of Mumbai affiliated, focusing on training students in AI, machine learning, and data science with industry exposure.
• Mechanical Engineering BE program started in 2014 with intake of 60 seats; features include Center of Excellence certification from Godrej & Boyce for Machine Shop, CNC lab, and active student chapters of SAE, ISHRAE, ASHRAE, and MESA.
• Mechatronics Engineering Interdisciplinary engineering program combining electrical/electronics, mechanical, and computer science disciplines, preparing students to creatively solve real-life problems through interdisciplinary system design.
• Civil Engineering Four-year BE program established in 2017, associated with American Concrete Institute, Institution of Engineers (INDIA), and Bentley Education, with NABL accredited testing facilities and 100% student internship achievement.
• Ph.D. Programs in IT and Electronics Research programs in Information Technology and Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering recognized by Mumbai University, with duration of 3-5 years focusing on latest industry research areas, admitted through PET/GATE scores.
• B.Voc Programs Proposed skill-based B.Voc programs offering three-year degrees with industry-oriented curriculum in Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity (60 seats), Design (30 seats), and Defence Technology (30 seats) with practical training and internship support.
• Texas Instruments Innovation Centre Established in November 2017 under TI University Program, providing labs and hands-on training in Embedded Systems, Ultra Low Power Applications, Analog System Design, and IoT technologies.
• E-Yantra Robotics Lab Initiative by IIT Bombay under MHRD's NMEICT program, providing platform for design, development, programming and testing of robots with Project Based Learning for embedded systems and micro-controller programming.
• Terna Incubation Center (TIC) Startup incubation facility providing office space, seed funding assistance, operational guidance, expert mentorship, and industrial exposure for student and alumnus entrepreneurs.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% placement assistance for eligible students
• +4 more outcomes

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Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

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Feature5 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Texas Instruments (TI) University ProgramcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 November 2017TI University Program collaboration established in November 2017 to create bridge between corporate and colleges for hands-on experience in Embedded Systems, Ultra Low Power Applications, Analog System Design, and IoT technologies. TI Innovation Centre provides equipment, training, and innovation challenges.
• All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1994First AICTE approval received in 1994 with extension of approval each subsequent year. AICTE is statutory body for technical education promotion and quality assurance.
• University of MumbaicoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1991Affiliation since 1991. One of the oldest and premier universities in India established in 1857, with 5-star status in 2001 and 'A' grade in 2012 from NAAC. TEC is a recognized research centre for PhD programs.
• Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) MaharashtracoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1990First DTE approval in 1990. Participates in Central Admission Process rounds conducted by DTE Maharashtra every year for engineering admissions.
• IIT Bombay (e-Yantra)coreTechnology or Integratione-Yantra Project under Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) through National Mission for ICT in Education (NMEICT). Provides robotics lab setup initiative (eLSI) for embedded systems and micro-controller programming through Project Based Learning.
• Various Industry Partners (MoUs)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic collaborations through MoUs with multiple industry partners. Document listing all MoUs available on website for industry-institute partnerships, research collaboration, and student development.
• Computer Society of India (CSI)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional society body chapter for conducting technical activities and student development in computer and AI & DS departments.
• IEEE CommitteemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional society body with active committee for technical activities and student engagement.
• SAE, ISHRAE, ASHRAE, MESAmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerActive student chapters of professional bodies in Mechanical Engineering including SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers), ISHRAE, ASHRAE, and MESA for industry exposure and competitions.
• American Concrete Institute, Institution of Engineers (INDIA), Bentley EducationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional body associations in Civil Engineering providing scholarships and free software licenses to students.
• Godrej & BoyceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMachine Shop received Center of Excellence certification from Godrej & Boyce for Mechanical Engineering department.
• IIT Bombay (Remote Centre)majorTechnology or IntegrationAuthorized IIT Remote centre for various courses conducted by IIT to offer high quality training/orientation programs for teachers. Intermediary between IIT Bombay and participating teachers during workshops.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT): Large national private deemed university offering engineering programs with strong industry partnerships and high NIRF rankings. Comparable in emerging-tech program mix (AI, electronics, semiconductor) but operates at a vastly larger scale and brand tier than TEC.
• MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU): Large multi-campus private university in Pune offering a broad engineering and technology portfolio with significant national brand recognition. Comparable as a Maharashtra private engineering institution, but at meaningfully larger scale and broader program scope.

Direct peers

• Dwarkadas J. Sanghvi College of Engineering (DJSCE): Well-established private engineering college in Vile Parle, Mumbai, affiliated to the University of Mumbai, offering comparable BE programs with strong placement outcomes. Competes with TEC for top Mumbai-region students and recruiters.
• Ramrao Adik Institute of Technology (RAIT): Private engineering college in Nerul, Navi Mumbai, affiliated to the University of Mumbai, offering BE programs in Computer, IT, EXTC, Mechanical, AI&DS, and more. Competes directly with TEC for Navi Mumbai applicants and recruiter participation.
• Agnel Charities' Fr. Conceicao Rodrigues College of Engineering (Agne): Private engineering college in Vashi, Navi Mumbai, affiliated to the University of Mumbai. Directly comparable geographic and program peer to TEC.
• Thakur College of Engineering and Technology (TCET): Private engineering college in Kandivali, Mumbai, affiliated to the University of Mumbai, offering NBA-accredited BE programs across similar disciplines with comparable intake sizes and a focus on industry placements.
• K. J. Somaiya College of Engineering (KJSCE): Reputed private engineering college in Vidyavihar, Mumbai, affiliated to the University of Mumbai, with NBA accreditation and a comparable portfolio of undergraduate and PhD programs. Strong placement record places it as a close aspirational peer to TEC.
• Pillai College of Engineering (PCE): Private engineering college in New Panvel, Navi Mumbai, affiliated to the University of Mumbai, with NBA-accredited programs and similar intake sizes. Directly comparable on geography, affiliation, and program mix.
• Sardar Patel Institute of Technology (SPIT): Premier private engineering college in Andheri, Mumbai, University of Mumbai-affiliated, with strong NBA-accredited programs in Computer, IT, EXTC, and Electronics. A direct peer in placement network, brand tier, and program mix.
• Fr. C. Rodrigues Institute of Technology (FR. CRCE): Private engineering college located in Vashi, Navi Mumbai, offering BE programs across similar disciplines (Computer, EXTC, Mechanical, IT). It is the closest direct geographic peer, competing for the same DTE Maharashtra CAP-round applicant pool as TEC.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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