This assessment was done in the parameters like placement performance, teaching, learning resources, pedagogy, research, industry integration, future orientation, external perception and international outlook. The parameter outcomes were evaluated by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and published in the special issue of Education Post magazine (www.theeducationpost.in/www.iirfranking.com).

The Deemed to be University category, DIAT (DU) in  All India Ranking  is 9th. The Assessment was also done based on specific criteria like technical orientation, research outcomes/ projects and in this category DIAT (DU) secured 7th position (All India Ranking) and second in Maharashtra. DIAT (DU) overall index core is only 2 marks less than IISC, Bangalore (AIR No 1).