The College of Engineering, Pune (COEP) has a rich and unparalleled history, recently gaining the status of a full-fledged University.Establishment & History: Founded in July 1854 as the “Poona Engineering Class and Mechanical School,” COEP is the third oldest engineering college in India and one of the oldest in Asia. It was established during the British era to train officers for the Public Works Department (PWD).Current Status: In 2022, the institution was upgraded to a Unitary Public University of the Government of Maharashtra