Fr. Tony D'Souza, the Provincial of the Mumbai province of the Salesians of Don Bosco entrusted the task of building the Don Bosco Institute of Technology (DBIT) to Fr. Mario Vaz, now its Director and his team comprising Fr. Jeffrey Fernandes the Principal of S.J.I.T.I and Fr. Anthony Santarita the then administrator. In the mind of the Salesians, DBIT would have to be an engineering college with a difference and so right from the start emphasis was laid on good infrastructure and well qualified staff that would cultivate and nurture every entrant into the portals of DBIT and inspire them to excellence. This meant setting up policies and processes that would ensure this objective.

We are fortunate in having Dr. B. S. Bhatt, former principal of VJTI as our advisor who guides us every step of the way. Mr. Albert D'souza, a friend of the Salesians was instrumental in ensuring that every requirement for the engineering college was met.

In Dr. S.Krishnamoorthy, the Salesians found a man not only highly qualified and experienced but also a person with sound values and pedagogical principles that were akin to the philosophy of Don Bosco's system of education. Innovation, quality systems and processes that focus on development and growth for both faculty and students, are goals that are constantly being pursued.

It is our cherished hope that every student who passes out of DBIT will be self-reliant and a socially conscious engineer.

Vision:- DBIT will be known to have an innovative, enjoyable and holistic learning environment that enhances individual success, the Don Bosco way.
We seek to make DBIT the preferred choice of students, employers hiring engineering graduates and practitioners seeking further education.
Mission :- We aim to provide service in the best tradition of Don Bosco, by seeking to develop entrepreneurial attitude and social commitment in every student we train. DBIT will make a contribution to society through its educative process in a diverse and stimulating learning environment wherein students, faculty and staff can strive and grow.
Objectives :-
To produce engineers who will excel in industry and research.
To provide consultancy to various industries.
To provide programmes which are contemporary and relevant to industry.
To share expertise and resources for the benefit of underprivileged youth of local communities.
To be a centre of research and development in the field of technology
To gain recognition in the field of technical education, both nationally and internationally

Management:-
The Don Bosco Institute of Technology is managed by the Bombay Salesian Society. The Bombay Salesian Society is a registered charitable trust that manages various charitable and educational activities in the state of Maharashtra. Its educational institutions are usually named after Don Bosco who is the founder of the Salesians who are Roman Catholic Priests and Brothers.

The “Salesians of Don Bosco” is an international society founded by Don Bosco. Catholic priests and Brothers who are members of the Society work for the development and education of the young especially those most at risk. Through its 3000 Schools, Colleges, Technical schools and youth centers in 125 countries, the Salesians of Don Bosco serve all young people irrespective of religious differences or social inequalities.
In India, Don Bosco Educational institutions are spread all over the country and are in great demand. The style of education consists in involving young people, their parents or guardians and the educators in a family atmosphere. The method adopted is one that was lived and handed down by Don Bosco himself -“The Preventive System” based on Reason, Faith in God and Loving Kindness. The goal is Integral Education. This embraces developing physical and aesthetic talents, training in occupational skills, fostering intellectual skills and competence, furthering cultural development and integration with others, including moral uprightness.

Our institute is situated on a large serene campus & can easily be reached from Vidyavihar (the closest station within 1 min), Kurla and Ghatkopar stations of Central Railway and Santacruz stations of Western Railway. BEST Bus No. 322 plies between Vidyavihar(W) and Santacruz(E) station and stops just outside the institute, while several buses pass from the nearby junction - named 'Kamani'.