Sinhgad Institute of Management & Computer Application, Narhe

sinhgad institute of management and computer application (simca) is a leading management institute in maharashtra. established in 2004, it is part of the sinhgad technical education society, which was founded in 1993 by prof. m n navale. simca holds an a grade accreditation from naac and is affiliated with savitribai phule pune university. the courses offered by simca are approved by aicte and recognized by the government of maharashtra. simca offers postgraduate courses, including an mba with various specializations and an mca. the curriculum is designed to equip students with the skills needed to become professional business leaders, achieving success through structured learning systems. for admission to simca's postgraduate courses, candidates must have a bachelor's degree with good academic records in a relevant discipline. selection is based on valid entrance test scores. the institute has a dedicated placement cell to bridge the gap between the corporate world and students. this cell serves as the point of contact for companies interested in recruiting simca students. the placement process includes pre-placement talks (ppt) and induction. to enhance student readiness, the cell organizes activities such as communication skills workshops, personality development, aptitude and technical training, team building, and group discussions/personal interviews. simca’s campus spans 50 acres and offers a holistic environment for student development, including 'yoga for stress relief' classes for both students and teachers. the campus features clean, airy classrooms, an air-conditioned library, 24/7 wi-fi, and well-equipped labs. additional facilities include a cafeteria, indoor and outdoor sports facilities, a gymnasium, hostels and mess for boys and girls, medical services, and a library. extracurricular activities are encouraged to help students thrive in the corporate world. the annual sinhgad karandak festival is a highlight, featuring sports competitions and cultural events that attract over 70,000 students, 10,000 staff members, 1,000 international students, and 500,000 attendees. the festival has seen appearances by numerous bollywood celebrities as guests and judges.