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Chalapathi Institute of Engineering and Technology (CIET) is a private autonomous engineering institute established in 2007. It is affiliated to Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada (JNTUK) and approved by AICTE. CIET holds a NAAC Grade A accreditation and NBA re-accreditation for four B.Tech programmes - CSE, ECE, EEE, and Civil Engineering.
CIET does not currently appear in major national ranking bodies such as NIRF.
The campus is located at Chalapathi Nagar, Lam, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, spread across 20 acres. The institute holds ISO certification and has active partnerships with IEEE and IETE.
- B.Tech (4 years) — CSE, Artificial Intelligence, AI and Machine Learning, Data Sciences, Cyber Security, Computer Science and IT, ECE, EEE, Civil Engineering
- M.Tech (2 years) — CSE, VLSI Design and Embedded System
The total fees for B.Tech is INR 1.60 Lakhs for the four-year duration, uniform across all branches. M.Tech costs INR 86,000 over two years. Hostel fees range from INR 30,000 to INR 40,000 per year for both boys and girls.
CIET has facilitated over 440 cumulative placements through 38 recruiting companies, with confirmed recruiters including IBM, HCL Technologies, Wipro, and TCS.
CIET Admission Dates 2026
CIET admissions for the 2026-27 session are governed by APSCHE web counselling. B.Tech Category A seats (70% of intake) are filled through AP EAPCET, while Category B (management quota) seats (30%) are filled directly by the college. M.Tech admissions use GATE or AP PGECET scores through APSCHE PG counselling.
| Event | Status / Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| AP EAPCET Phase 1 Counselling | In progress - College reporting August 7 to August 13, 2026 |
| AP EAPCET Phase 2 Counselling | Expected late August 2026 |
| AP PGECET 2026 (M.Tech) | Exam concluded April 28 to April 30, 2026 |
| APSCHE PG Counselling (M.Tech) | Expected shortly - check cets.apsche.ap.gov.in |
| Category B (Management Quota) - B.Tech | Apply directly to CIET admissions office, Lam, Guntur |
The table below lists the entrance exam required for each programme at CIET for the 2026-27 cycle.
| Programme | Exam Accepted | Counselling Body |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (Category A) | AP EAPCET | APSCHE Web Counselling |
| B.Tech (Category B) | No exam mandatory (45% in 10+2 PCM) | CIET Admissions Office |
| M.Tech | GATE / AP PGECET | APSCHE PG Counselling |
CIET Courses and Fees
CIET offers B.Tech across nine branches and M.Tech in two specialisations. Total fees range from INR 86,000 (M.Tech, 2 years) to INR 1.60 Lakhs (B.Tech, 4 years). All B.Tech branches carry a uniform fee structure.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (CSE / AI / AI-ML / Data Sciences / Cyber Security / CS-IT / ECE / EEE / Civil) | 4 years | 10+2 with 45% PCM + AP EAPCET | INR 1.60 Lakhs |
| M.Tech (CSE / VLSI Design and Embedded System) | 2 years | B.Tech/BE with 50% + GATE / AP PGECET | INR 86,000 |
NBA-accredited B.Tech programmes at CIET include CSE, ECE, EEE, and Civil Engineering. Newer specialisations include AI and Machine Learning, Data Sciences, and Cyber Security.
CIET Admission Process
CIET follows APSCHE centralised web counselling for B.Tech Category A seats. Category B (management quota) seats are filled directly by the institute.
CIET B.Tech Admission Process
B.Tech Category A requires a valid AP EAPCET rank. Eligibility is 10+2 with a minimum 45% in PCM. The selection process follows APSCHE stages:
- Online registration on the APSCHE web counselling portal
- Certificate verification
- Choice filling and locking of preference
- Seat allotment based on AP EAPCET rank and category
- Reporting to CIET for admission confirmation and fee payment
Category B seats (30% of intake) do not require an EAPCET rank. Candidates with 45% in 10+2 PCM apply directly to the CIET admissions office at Lam, Guntur. Category B fees are higher than convener quota and are set by the college separately.
CIET M.Tech Admission Process
M.Tech admission requires a B.Tech/BE with 50% aggregate and a valid GATE or AP PGECET score. Admissions are processed through APSCHE PG counselling. M.Tech is available in CSE and VLSI Design and Embedded System.
CIET Placements
CIET’s Training and Placement Cell coordinates on-campus recruitment drives. The college has achieved over 440 cumulative placements through 38 recruiting companies. Cumulatively, CIET has produced over 2,800 engineers since inception.
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Cumulative Placements | 440+ |
| Recruiting Companies | 38 |
| Confirmed Recruiters | IBM, HCL Technologies, Wipro, TCS, Syntel |
| NBA-accredited branches | CSE, ECE, EEE, Civil |
Placement activity is strongest among CSE and ECE graduates, with IT services companies as the primary recruiters. Civil and EEE graduates find opportunities in core engineering and infrastructure sectors.
CIET Scholarships
CIET students in Andhra Pradesh are eligible for state government scholarship and fee reimbursement schemes.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Jagananna Vidya Deevena | BC/SC/ST students, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs per year | Full tuition fee reimbursement |
| Vasathi Deevena | BC/SC/ST students (hostellers) | Living and maintenance expenses |
| AP Govt. Fee Reimbursement (OBC/EBC) | OBC/EBC students, income below threshold | Partial to full tuition reimbursement |
CIET Campus and Infrastructure
CIET is located at Chalapathi Nagar, Lam, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, across a 20-acre campus. The institute holds ISO certification and is a member of professional bodies including IEEE and IETE.
The campus hosts ten engineering and science departments, computer labs, a central library with over 15,500 books and 59 journals, and access to online databases. Separate hostel facilities are available for boys and girls at INR 30,000 to INR 40,000 per year. Sports grounds and transport facilities are also available.
CIET vs Bapatla Engineering College vs Narasaraopeta Engineering College
The three institutes below are AICTE-approved private engineering colleges in the Guntur and Krishna region of Andhra Pradesh, commonly compared by aspirants applying through AP EAPCET and APSCHE counselling.
| Parameter | CIET, Guntur | Bapatla Engineering College | Narasaraopeta Engineering College |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 2007 | 1997 | 2007 |
| NAAC Grade | A | A | A |
| Affiliation | JNTUK (Autonomous) | JNTUK (Autonomous) | JNTUK |
| Admission Route | AP EAPCET (APSCHE) | AP EAPCET (APSCHE) | AP EAPCET (APSCHE) |
| B.Tech Total Fees | INR 1.60 Lakhs | INR 1.60 Lakhs (approx.) | INR 1.60 Lakhs (approx.) |
| Location | Lam, Guntur | Bapatla, Guntur Dist. | Narasaraopeta, Guntur Dist. |
| NBA Accreditation | CSE, ECE, EEE, Civil | Multiple programmes | Select programmes |
CIET is centrally located at Lam, Guntur, giving it good accessibility. Bapatla Engineering College has a longer operational history since 1997. All three follow the same APSCHE counselling route for AP EAPCET admissions and carry NAAC A accreditation.
CIET Guntur FAQs
Ques. Is CIET Guntur good for B.Tech?
Ans. CIET is a NAAC Grade A autonomous institute affiliated to JNTUK, with NBA accreditation for CSE, ECE, EEE, and Civil Engineering. Admission is through AP EAPCET and APSCHE counselling. The campus is located at Lam, Guntur with hostel facilities and 38 recruiting companies on record.
Ques. What is the B.Tech fee at CIET Guntur?
Ans. The total B.Tech fee at CIET is INR 1.60 Lakhs over four years (INR 40,000 per year), uniform across all nine branches. BC, SC, and ST students may qualify for full fee reimbursement under the AP government’s Jagananna Vidya Deevena scheme.
Ques. What entrance exam is required for CIET Guntur B.Tech 2026?
Ans. Category A seats require a valid AP EAPCET rank and are filled through APSCHE web counselling. Category B seats (30% of intake) are filled directly by CIET and do not need an EAPCET score - candidates need 45% in 10+2 PCM.
Ques. Does CIET Guntur have hostel facilities?
Ans. Yes, CIET has separate hostel facilities for boys and girls. Hostel fees range from INR 30,000 to INR 40,000 per year for both. The campus is located at Chalapathi Nagar, Lam, Guntur.
Ques. Which companies recruit from CIET Guntur?
Ans. Confirmed recruiters from CIET include IBM, HCL Technologies, Wipro, TCS, and Syntel. The college has placed over 440 students through 38 companies cumulatively.
Ques. Is CIET Guntur NAAC accredited?
Ans. Yes, CIET holds a NAAC Grade A accreditation. It is also approved by AICTE, affiliated to JNTUK, and holds NBA re-accreditation for CSE, ECE, EEE, and Civil Engineering branches.
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