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The Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering at Ahmedabad Institute of Technology is a two-year full-time postgraduate programme affiliated to Gujarat Technological University (GTU). The programme is designed for graduate engineers seeking advanced knowledge in mechanical design, thermal systems, and manufacturing, preparing them for roles in research, industry, and higher academia.

📋 Admission Status: Admissions to ME 2026-27 at Ahmedabad Institute of Technology are underway. GATE 2026 was conducted on February 7, 8, 14 and 15, 2026, with results declared on March 19, 2026. ACPC counselling for ME admissions at GTU affiliated colleges is expected in May-June 2026. Management quota seats are available through direct application to the institute.

Key Points

GTU-affiliated two-year ME programme at AICTE-approved institution in Ahmedabad.
Admission primarily through GATE score via ACPC centralised counselling for government quota seats.
Annual tuition fee of INR 83,000; total programme cost INR 1,66,000 over two years.
Curriculum spans advanced topics in thermal engineering, manufacturing systems, and mechanical design.
Located at Gota, Ahmedabad, with proximity to the manufacturing and engineering industry hub.

Ahmedabad Institute of Technology ME Mechanical Engineering Fees

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (per year)	INR 83,000
Total Fees (2 years)	INR 1,66,000

The total payable for the two-year ME programme is INR 1,66,000, computed at the published annual fee of INR 83,000.
The fee structure above is for the programme as published. Hostel and transport charges are levied separately and are not included in the total.
Applicants are advised to confirm the fee with the Ahmedabad Institute of Technology admissions office before enrolment, as fees may be revised by GTU for subsequent academic years.

Ahmedabad Institute of Technology ME Mechanical Engineering Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Date
GATE Registration	Aug 28 to Oct 13, 2025
GATE Admit Card	Jan 13, 2026
GATE Exam	Feb 7, 8, 14 and 15, 2026
GATE Answer Key	Mar 16, 2026
GATE Result	Mar 19, 2026
ACPC ME Counselling	May to June 2026
Commencement of Classes	July to August 2026

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Registration End	Exam Date	Result
GATE	Aug 28, 2025	Jan 13, 2026	Feb 7-15, 2026

ME admissions at Ahmedabad Institute of Technology follow the ACPC centralised counselling process for government quota seats at GTU affiliated postgraduate engineering institutions in Gujarat.
Eligible candidates with a valid GATE score must register on the ACPC portal, upload required documents, and participate in online seat allotment based on GATE rank and qualifying degree marks.
Management quota applicants may contact the Ahmedabad Institute of Technology admissions office directly with qualifying degree mark sheets and GATE scorecard for seat availability.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a B.E. or B.Tech. degree (or equivalent) in the relevant discipline from a recognised university.
A minimum aggregate of 50 per cent marks in the qualifying degree is required for general category candidates (45 per cent for reserved category candidates).
A valid GATE score in the relevant paper is required for admission to government quota seats allotted through ACPC (Admission Committee for Professional Courses), Gujarat.
Candidates appearing in the final year of the qualifying degree may apply provisionally, subject to meeting eligibility criteria before the commencement of classes.

Admission Process

Qualify GATE 2026 in the relevant engineering paper; GATE score is mandatory for government quota seats at GTU affiliated ME programmes.
Register on the ACPC portal (acpc.gov.in) and upload B.E./B.Tech. mark sheets, GATE scorecard, domicile certificate, and other required documents within the notified window.
Participate in the ACPC online seat allotment; fill in college and specialisation preferences in order of priority during the choice-filling window.
Accept the allotted seat, pay the provisional fee, and report to Ahmedabad Institute of Technology with original documents for verification and enrolment.
Management quota candidates may apply directly to the institute’s admissions office with qualifying degree mark sheets and GATE scorecard.

✓ Opt for this if

Engineers from Gujarat targeting research or senior roles in manufacturing.
GATE qualified candidates seeking affordable GTU-affiliated postgraduate engineering.
Professionals in the Ahmedabad industrial corridor seeking postgraduate upskilling.
Candidates preferring ACPC government quota seat with structured counselling.
Students aiming for academic or R&D careers in mechanical or thermal systems.

✗ Skip if

Candidates seeking IIT or NIT level ME brand recognition for premium jobs.
Students requiring placements outside Gujarat or western India.
Those looking for research-intensive labs with sponsored doctoral funding.
Candidates without a GATE score targeting government quota ME seat.
Engineers targeting PSU recruitment where institute ranking matters significantly.

Ahmedabad Institute of Technology ME Mechanical Engineering Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Gujarat Government SC/ST Scholarship	Partial to full fee assistance	SC/ST students domiciled in Gujarat; income-based eligibility; amount credited to institution
AICTE Doctoral Fellowship (GATE Qualified)	Stipend as per AICTE norms	GATE qualified students enrolled in full-time ME programmes at AICTE approved institutions
AICTE Saksham Scholarship (PwD)	Up to INR 50,000 per year	Students with 40 per cent or more disability in AICTE-approved institutions
GTU Merit Award	Variable	Students securing top ranks in GTU semester examinations; awarded at institution level

SC and ST students domiciled in Gujarat are eligible for government scholarship assistance; amounts depend on income criteria and category.
GATE qualified students enrolled full-time are eligible for fellowship support as per AICTE norms for postgraduate engineering programmes.
GTU merit awards recognise students who secure top ranks in semester examinations at the university level each academic year.

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