PM Vidyalaxmi Uttam institution
Education loan for Defence Institute of Advanced Technology
Fees, programmes, a worked EMI example and how to get a collateral-free PM Vidyalaxmi loan for Defence Institute of Advanced Technology, Pune, Maharashtra.
- Interest rate
- 8.85%
- Category
- Uttam
- Established
- 1952
- NIRF 2025
- #92
No collateral under the scheme
Digital sanction within 2 days for loans under ₹50 lakh, through FundMyCampus
No processing fees under the scheme
A parent or guardian as co-borrower
Defence Institute of Advanced Technology education loan at a glance
Defence Institute of Advanced Technology is on the PM Vidyalaxmi list in the Uttam category, so a public sector bank can fund your course at about 8.85%, with no collateral and no guarantor under the scheme.
- PM Vidyalaxmi category
- Uttam (one of three bands on the government list)
- Interest rate
- 8.85% a year, floating, at public sector banks
- Collateral
- None under the PM Vidyalaxmi scheme
- Guarantor
- None under the scheme. A parent or guardian joins as co-borrower
- Margin
- None on loans up to ₹4 Lakh. Above that you pay 5% of the cost and the bank lends the rest
- Interest subsidy
- Based on family income, on loans up to ₹10 Lakh: all the interest during study and the grace year up to ₹4.5 Lakh, 3% of it up to ₹8 Lakh
- Processing fee
- No processing or upfront charges under the scheme
- Sanction through FundMyCampus
- Digital sanction within 2 days for loans under ₹50 lakh at PM Vidyalaxmi colleges
Rates are PNB's PM Vidyalaxmi rates for each category. They change with the RBI repo rate, other banks may differ, and the lender sets the final rate.
The institute
About Defence Institute of Advanced Technology
Defence Institute of Advanced Technology was set up in 1952. It is a deemed university under the Defence Research and Development Organisation and offers postgraduate and doctoral programmes. It is 92nd in the NIRF 2025 engineering ranking.
- Established
- 1952
- Status
- Deemed to be university
- Location
- Pune, Maharashtra
- NIRF 2025
- 92 (Engineering)
- AISHE code
- U-0297
Getting in
Admission and eligibility at Defence Institute of Advanced Technology
M.Tech (scholarship category)
Valid GATE score, with seats filled through CCMT 2026
M.Tech (self-financed)
DIAT's own selection, with no scholarship or assistantship
Source: DIAT admission FAQ
Finance your course fee
A PM Vidyalaxmi loan can cover the fee at Defence Institute of Advanced Technology, less a 5% margin above ₹4 Lakh, with no collateral and no processing fees under the scheme. Through FundMyCampus, digital sanction takes 2 days for loans under ₹50 lakh.
Try your own numbers
EMI calculator for Defence Institute of Advanced Technology
Set to the Uttam rate of 8.85%. Change any number to see your EMI.
Loan details
Your EMI breakdown
Monthly EMI after the moratorium
₹14,502
for 180 months
- Loan amount
- ₹10,00,000
- Total interest
- ₹16,10,425
- Total amount you repay
- ₹26,10,425
Indicative estimate. Assumes the full amount is disbursed upfront and simple interest during the moratorium, as most Indian lenders charge. Your lender's sanction letter is final.
After graduation
Defence Institute of Advanced Technology rankings, placements and higher studies
Defence Institute of Advanced Technology is ranked 92 in the NIRF 2025 engineering list.
| Batch | Graduated | Placed | Median salary | Higher studies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PG 2-year (graduated 2023-24) | 220 | 156 | ₹9.29 Lakh a year | 15 |
Sanctioned intake in 2023-24 was 478 in 2-year PG, with 75 full-time Ph.D scholars.
Source: NIRF 2025 data file
PM Vidyalaxmi
PM Vidyalaxmi benefits for Defence Institute of Advanced Technology students
PM Vidyalaxmi is the government's education loan scheme for 1,441 top-ranked institutions. Here is what it means for a student at Defence Institute of Advanced Technology. How the scheme works
No collateral
Under the scheme, banks ask for no collateral security, so there is nothing to mortgage.
No guarantor
No third-party guarantor is needed under the scheme. A parent or guardian joins as co-borrower.
No processing fees
No processing or upfront charges under the scheme. Banks may still charge small portal enrolment and account fees.
Lower rate for Uttam colleges
Defence Institute of Advanced Technology is in the Uttam band, so public sector banks lend at about 8.85%.
3% interest subsidy
For family income up to ₹8 Lakh, the government pays 3% of the interest during study and the grace year, on loans up to ₹10 Lakh.
Full interest cover for lower incomes
For family income up to ₹4.5 Lakh, the central CSIS scheme pays all the interest during the moratorium on technical and professional courses, on loans up to ₹10 Lakh.
Up to 15 years to repay
Repayment starts a year after the course ends, and can run for up to 15 years.
Interest only on what is paid out
The bank pays the college as each fee falls due, and interest runs only on the amount paid out so far.
Small margin
Nothing to pay upfront on loans up to ₹4 Lakh. Above that you pay 5% of the cost and the bank lends the rest.
No foreclosure or prepayment charges
Under RBI rules, banks cannot charge for closing or prepaying floating-rate loans to individuals.
Interest subsidy by family income
| Family income a year | What the government pays | Scheme |
|---|---|---|
| Up to ₹4.5 Lakh | All the interest during the course and the grace year, on loans up to ₹10 Lakh | CSIS scheme, for technical and professional courses |
| Up to ₹8 Lakh | 3% of the interest during the course and the grace year, on loans up to ₹10 Lakh | PM Vidyalaxmi, for up to 1,00,000 new students a year |
| Above ₹8 Lakh | No subsidy. You still get the loan, and banks can cut the rate by up to 1% if you pay interest during the course | PM Vidyalaxmi |
Sources: PM Vidyalaxmi portal and CSIS scheme on myScheme (Government of India)
Sources: PM Vidyalaxmi portal, Bank of Maharashtra PM-Vidyalaxmi loan terms, RBI (Pre-payment Charges on Loans) Directions, 2025
Paperwork
Documents you need
Keep these ready before you apply. FundMyCampus checks them for you before anything goes to the bank.
Student and admission
- Class 10 marksheet
- Class 12 (or last qualifying exam / diploma) marksheet
- Proof of admission to the course
- Schedule of expenses from Defence Institute of Advanced Technology
- Family income proof from a competent authority
- Photographs of the student and parent
Parent co-borrower
- PAN and Aadhaar of the student and the parent co-borrower
- Parent's income proof: ITR, Form 16 or salary slips
- Last 6 months' bank statements of the parent
- Passport-size photographs
How it works
Your loan journey with FundMyCampus
- 1
Talk to a counsellor
Share your course and fee details. The call is free.
- 2
Upload your documents
Send them online. We check every page so nothing bounces back from the bank.
- 3
We apply on PM Vidyalaxmi
We file your application on the government portal and pick the public sector bank that suits you.
- 4
Digital sanction
Digital sanction within 2 days for loans under ₹50 lakh through FundMyCampus.
- 5
Fees paid to the college
The bank pays Defence Institute of Advanced Technology directly, one semester at a time.
- 6
Subsidy and repayment
We help you claim the interest subsidy. EMIs start a year after the course ends.
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FAQs
Defence Institute of Advanced Technology education loan FAQs
What is the education loan interest rate for Defence Institute of Advanced Technology?
About 8.85% a year at public sector banks under PM Vidyalaxmi, because Defence Institute of Advanced Technology is in the Uttam category. The rate is floating and moves with the RBI repo rate. The bank sets the final rate.
Is Defence Institute of Advanced Technology covered under the PM Vidyalaxmi scheme?
Yes. Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (AISHE code U-0297) in Pune, Maharashtra is on the PM Vidyalaxmi list in the Uttam category.
Do I need collateral for a Defence Institute of Advanced Technology education loan?
No. Under the PM Vidyalaxmi scheme, banks ask for no collateral security.
Does the loan cover the whole fee?
Almost. There is no margin on loans up to ₹4 Lakh. Above that you pay 5% of the cost yourself, and the bank lends the rest. Scholarships can count towards the margin.
Is there a processing fee?
No processing or upfront charges under the scheme. Banks may charge small portal enrolment and account fees, for example ₹100 plus GST to enrol at Bank of Maharashtra.
Do I need a guarantor or co-applicant?
No third-party guarantor is needed under the scheme. A parent or guardian joins the loan as co-borrower.
Can I get the PM Vidyalaxmi interest subsidy at Defence Institute of Advanced Technology?
It depends on family income. Up to ₹4.5 Lakh, the CSIS scheme pays all the interest during the course and grace year for technical and professional courses. Up to ₹8 Lakh, PM Vidyalaxmi pays 3% of the interest in that period on loans up to ₹10 Lakh, for up to 1,00,000 new students a year with government institutions first in line. Above ₹8 Lakh there is no subsidy, but you still get the loan, and banks can cut the rate by up to 1% if you pay interest during the course.
When does repayment start?
One year after the course ends. You then have up to 15 years to repay in monthly EMIs.
Is interest charged on the full loan from the first day?
No. The bank pays the college as each fee falls due, and interest runs only on the amount paid out so far.
Can I repay the loan early?
Yes, with no charge. Under RBI rules, banks cannot charge for prepaying or closing floating-rate loans to individuals.
Does the loan cover hostel and mess?
Yes. Banks fund the fees on Defence Institute of Advanced Technology's fee sheet, including hostel, and can add mess, books and a laptop.
How long does sanction take through FundMyCampus?
Digital sanction within 2 days for loans under ₹50 lakh at PM Vidyalaxmi colleges, once your documents are complete.
Which documents do I need?
Class 10 and 12 marksheets, proof of admission, the college fee schedule, family income proof, and PAN, Aadhaar and photographs of the student and parent.
How do I get admission to Defence Institute of Advanced Technology?
M.Tech (scholarship category): Valid GATE score, with seats filled through CCMT 2026
What are placements like at Defence Institute of Advanced Technology?
PG 2-year (graduated 2023-24): 156 of 220 graduates took jobs at a median salary of ₹9.29 Lakh a year, and 15 went on to higher studies.
What is the NIRF rank of Defence Institute of Advanced Technology?
92 in the NIRF 2025 engineering list.
Is Defence Institute of Advanced Technology a government engineering institute?
Defence Institute of Advanced Technology is an deemed to be university.
Figures on this page were checked on 4 Nov 2026 against the sources linked in each section.
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