PG Diploma in High Performance Computing Application Programming (PG-DHPCAP) 

at CDAC - Centre for Development of Advanced Computing, Pashan

The steps involved in the C-DAC Pune admission process are mentioned below:

Step 1: Aspirants can visit the C-DAC official website to apply for the desired course. To apply for any of the accepted exams, aspirants shall do the same by visiting the respective official website. 

Step 2: Appear for the centre-based selection rounds and then wait for the release of their results. For Diploma courses, the C-CAT exam is accepted. 

Step 3: After the conclusion of selection rounds, shortlisted students can pay the required amount of fee to confirm their seat.

{Source: PG Diploma students & alumni}

Based on the reviews and feedback from students and alumni, here are the key points to consider:

Pros:

* Highly qualified and knowledgeable faculty members
* Relevant and industry-oriented course curriculum
* Good placement opportunities (around 40-50% of students get placed)
* Average package range: INR3-7 LPA
* Top roles offered: Big Data Scientist, Developer, Project Engineer, etc.
* Internship opportunities available
* Well-maintained infrastructure and facilities
* Campus is located in a good area with easy connectivity

Cons:

* Some students found the infrastructure to be poor at the rented center
* Limited internet facilities in some areas
* Placement coordinator's approach might need improvement
* Few students reported issues with lab assistants' support

Overall Verdict:
Pursuing a PG Diploma at CDAC can be a worthwhile decision for those interested in advancing their skills in Embedded Systems and Design. With highly qualified faculties, relevant coursework, and good placement opportunities, CDAC seems to offer a solid foundation for a career in the field. While there may be some areas for improvement, overall, the institute appears to provide a positive learning experience.

Remember to research thoroughly, weigh the pros and cons, and consider factors like personal goals, budget, and location when deciding to pursue a PG Diploma at CDAC or elsewhere.

CDAC offers PG Diploma, ME/MTech, Diploma and Certificate courses. It offers over 35 programmes across different specialisations or disciplines. C-DAC Pune admission to the courses is entrance-based. Aspirants must check out the eligibility requirements of the desired course before submitting application. 

Candidates willing to apply for the PG Diploma course offered by CDAC, need to fulfil the following eligibility & selection criteria conditions: 

Course	Eligibility Criteria	Selection Criteria
PG Diploma	PG degree in relevant discipline with at least 50% aggregate	CDAC C-CAT

DASDM SARTHI Course and Free Coaching Scheme for candidates belonging to SC/ST category in the state of Bihar are the sponsored courses offered at CDAC. For more information on the sponsored programmes, aspirants can visit the official website of CDAC Pune.

The total course fee is inclusive of multiple components such as tuition fee, security deposit, and more. In the following table, the total tuition fee for some of the C-DAC Pune courses is mentioned:

Course	Total Tuition Fee
PG Diploma	INR 50,000 - INR 1.1 lakh
MTech	INR 78,000 - INR 2.4 lakh
UG Diploma	INR 6,500 - INR 1 lakh
MBA	INR 1.5 lakh

NOTE: The above-mentioned fee is taken from an unofficial source. Hence, the actual amount may vary.

Interested candidates can apply for the course of their interest online through the official website of CDAC. The online application process of CDAC is given below: 

Step 1: Visit the C-DAC official website.

Step 2: Click on the slides for the respective course stating admission is open.

Step 3: Register and further aspirants may have to login to complete the application form.

The course-wise accepted exams are mentioned in the table given below:

Course	Selection Criteria
PG Diploma	CDAC C-CAT
MTech	GATE/IPU CET
UG Diploma	CDAC C-CAT
MBA	IPU CET

NOTE: The details mentioned above are from multiple unofficial sources. Hence, is indicative.

The eligibility criteria is the minimum educational qualification required for a candidate to be eligible for admission in a course. Tabulated below is the basic eligibility criteria for some of the C-DAC Pune courses:

Course	Eligibility Criteria
PG Diploma	PG degree in relevant discipline with at least 50% aggregate
MTech	BE/BTech degree in relevant stream with at least 50% aggregate
UG Diploma	Class 12 or equivalent exam pass
MBA	Bachelor's degree with at least 60% aggregate
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NOTE: The details mentioned above are from multiple unofficial sources. Hence, is indicative.

CDAC - Centre for Development of Advanced Computing offers Degree, Diploma and Certificate courses including 3 UG and 22 PG courses. These programs are offerred in Full Time and Part Time mode. CDAC - Centre for Development of Advanced Computing has specializations such as Certificate specializations in Data Analytics, Android, PG Diploma specializations in GeoInformatics, Embedded Systems & VLSI, M.E./M.Tech specializations in Computer Science Engineering, Information Technology, VLSI Design, MBA/PGDM specializations in IT & Systems.