Description

The Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology (GCECT) in Kolkata, established in 1941, is a premier institution offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in engineering and technology. Affiliated with Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT), GCECT is accredited with an 'A' grade by NAAC.

GCECT Admission Process for 2025:

• B.Tech Admissions:

  • Candidates must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, securing at least 45% marks (40% for reserved categories).
  • Admission is based on the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination (WBJEE) scores.
  • WBJEE 2025 application window: January 22, 2025 – February 23, 2025.
  • WBJEE 2025 examination date: April 27, 2025.
    
    
    

• M.Tech Admissions:

  • Applicants should hold a B.E./B.Tech degree in a relevant discipline with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).
  • Admission is through the West Bengal University of Technology Post Graduate Entrance Test (WBUT PGET) or GATE scores.
    
    

• Ph.D. Admissions:

  • Candidates must possess a master's degree with a minimum of 55% marks.
  • Selection involves a written test conducted by MAKAUT, followed by an interview.
    
    
    

GCECT Fee Structure

• B.Tech Programs:

  • Annual fees range from ₹9,025 to ₹27,500, varying by specialization.
     

• M.Tech Programs:

  • First-year fees are approximately ₹18,000 to ₹36,000.
    
    
    

Cutoff Trends:

Admission cutoffs are primarily determined by WBJEE ranks. For instance, in 2024, the closing ranks for B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering were:

• General Category: 3,011
• OBC-B Category: 3,938
• SC Category: 10,061
• ST Category: 31,375

These figures are indicative and subject to change annually based on various factors.

GCECT Placement 

GCECT boasts a robust placement cell facilitating student employment and internships. In 2023, 41 companies visited the campus, offering placements to 88 students. Notable recruiters include Tech Mahindra, Infosys, and RAK Ceramics.

Courses Offered:

• Undergraduate Programs (B.Tech):

  • Ceramic Technology
  • Information Technology
  • Computer Science and Engineering
    
    

• Postgraduate Programs (M.Tech):

  • Ceramic Technology
  • Information Technology
    
    

• Doctoral Programs (Ph.D):

  • Ceramic Technology
  • Information Technology

GCECT Facilities

The college provides a range of facilities, including:

• Hostels for both male and female students
• Well-equipped library
• Auditorium
• Laboratories
• Cafeteria
• Sports amenities
  
  

These resources aim to support the holistic development of students.

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