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Government College of Engineering, Aurangabad (GECA) is a government-aided autonomous engineering college established in 1960, located in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad), Maharashtra. It was granted autonomous status in 2006 and is affiliated with Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University (BATU), Lonere. GECA is approved by AICTE, recognised by UGC, and holds NBA accreditation for select programmes.
GECA is one of the oldest government engineering colleges in the Marathwada region of Maharashtra. It operates 10 academic departments and offers 6 full-time UG, 7 full-time PG, and 5 PhD programmes along with part-time engineering options.
The college campus is located in the heart of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, with easy access to the city’s public transport network. The campus includes dedicated teaching blocks for each department, a central library, computer labs, and separate hostel facilities for boys and girls.
GECA offers the following programmes:
- BE (Bachelor of Engineering): 7 branches including CSE, IT, E&TC, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and Applied Electronics, with 360 seats for 2026-27
- BE Lateral Entry (Part-Time): 3-year programme for diploma holders
- ME (Master of Engineering): 9 to 10 specialisations across full-time and part-time tracks
- MCA: 2-year programme in Computer Applications
- PhD: 5 research disciplines
The total BE fee for General/Open category students is INR 3,23,501 for 4 years. OBC students pay INR 1,61,501. SC and ST students pay just INR 2,101 for the entire 4-year BE. MCA fees are INR 40,454 for General students. Hostel is available at up to INR 28,200 per year for boys and INR 23,400 per year for girls.
GECA placements recorded a highest package of INR 11.5 LPA in 2025 and a median package of INR 5.80 LPA as per NIRF 2025 data. IT, CSE, and E&TC branches achieve placement rates close to 90%.
GECA Admission Dates 2026
GECA BE 2026-27 admissions are managed by the DTE Maharashtra Centralised Admission Process (CAP). MHT CET 2026 concluded in April 2026. CAP Round 1 allotments were declared on August 2, 2026. Round 2 choice filling and Round 3 seat allotment have since followed.
| Event | Date | Programme |
|---|---|---|
| MHT CET 2026 Exam | April 2026 (Concluded) | BE (all branches) |
| CAP Round 1 Allotment | August 2, 2026 | BE |
| CAP Round 2 Choice Filling | August 2026 | BE |
| CAP Round 3 Allotment | August 24, 2026 (Expected) | BE |
| GATE 2026 (for ME) | Concluded | ME |
| DTE Maharashtra ME/MCA CAP | Ongoing | ME and MCA |
The table below covers the exam requirements for each GECA programme family and the current cycle status.
| Programme | Exam Accepted | Current Status |
|---|---|---|
| BE (Full-Time) | MHT CET or JEE Main | CAP Round 3 in progress |
| BE Lateral Entry | MHT CET (for diploma holders) | DTE Maharashtra CAP in progress |
| ME (Full-Time and Part-Time) | GATE or PGCET | DTE Maharashtra ME CAP ongoing |
| MCA | MHT CET or PGCET | DTE Maharashtra MCA CAP ongoing |
| PhD | GECA Entrance or UGC NET | Contact geca.ac.in for next cycle |
GECA Courses and Fees
GECA offers BE in 7 branches with a total fee of INR 3,23,501 for General/Open category over 4 years. This fee structure applies uniformly across all BE branches. The Maharashtra government fee concession structure results in dramatically lower fees for reserved categories — SC and ST students pay just INR 2,101 for the full BE degree.
| Programme | Duration | General Fee | OBC Fee | SC/ST Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BE (all 7 branches) | 4 years | INR 3,23,501 | INR 1,61,501 | INR 2,101 |
| BE Lateral Entry (all branches) | 3 years | INR 2,42,704 | INR 1,21,204 | INR 1,654 |
| ME (Standard, 2 years) | 2 years | INR 1,61,934 | INR 1,61,934 | INR 1,234 |
| ME (Revised, 2 years) | 2 years | INR 2,42,484 | INR 2,42,484 | INR 1,434 |
| MCA | 2 years | INR 40,454 | INR 18,454 | Low (govt. concession) |
| PhD | 3 years (minimum) | As per DTE norms | As per DTE norms | As per DTE norms |
BE branches offered include Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics and Telecommunication (E&TC), Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Information Technology (IT), and Applied Electronics. ME is offered in specialisations including Structural Engineering, Power Systems, VLSI Design, Machine Design, and Computer Engineering, among others.
GECA Admission Process
GECA BE admission is fully managed through DTE Maharashtra’s Centralised Admission Process (CAP) based on MHT CET or JEE Main score. GECA has no separate entrance exam and no management quota. All seats are filled through the state-managed merit-based CAP.
BE Admission Process
Eligibility for BE requires passing Class 12 with a minimum of 45% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (40% for reserved categories). A valid MHT CET 2026 or JEE Main 2026 score is required for the Convener Quota.
- Step 1: Register for MHT CET (or use JEE Main score) through the official MHT CET portal
- Step 2: Participate in DTE Maharashtra CAP online counselling — register, fill in document details, fill options (college and branch preferences)
- Step 3: Receive CAP allotment for GECA, report for document verification and confirmation
- Step 4: Pay the first-year fee at GECA to confirm admission
Maharashtra state reservation norms apply for all CAP seats. The GECA 2026-27 intake is 360 seats across the six full-time BE branches. SC and ST candidates benefit from fee concessions that reduce the 4-year BE cost to INR 2,101 under the Maharashtra government scheme.
ME and MCA Admission Process
ME eligibility requires a BE or B.Tech degree in the relevant discipline with a valid GATE score or Maharashtra PGCET score. Admission is through DTE Maharashtra ME CAP. MCA requires graduation in any discipline with Mathematics at Class 12 or graduation level and a valid MHT CET or PGCET score. Contact geca.ac.in for exact eligibility and specialisation-wise cutoffs.
BE Lateral Entry
Diploma holders in the relevant engineering discipline may take lateral entry admission to the second year of BE. Admission is through DTE Maharashtra CAP based on Diploma marks percentile. The 3-year lateral entry fee for General category is INR 2,42,704.
GECA Placements
GECA placements for 2025 recorded a highest package of INR 11.5 LPA. As per NIRF 2025 placement data, the median package for BE students was INR 5.80 LPA and for PG students was INR 5.75 LPA. The overall campus placement rate was 54.04% in 2025, with IT, CSE, and E&TC branches achieving placement rates close to 90%. Core engineering branches (Mechanical, Electrical) recorded placement rates in the 50 to 70% range.
The GECA placement cell conducts year-round industry preparation. Companies from IT services, manufacturing, and core engineering sectors visit the campus.
| Placement Metric | Latest Data |
|---|---|
| Highest Package | INR 11.5 LPA (2025) |
| Median Package (BE) | INR 5.80 LPA (NIRF 2025 data) |
| Median Package (PG) | INR 5.75 LPA (NIRF 2025 data) |
| Overall Placement Rate | 54.04% |
| CSE/IT/E&TC Placement Rate | Close to 90% |
| Core Branches Placement Rate | 50 to 70% |
| Notable Recruiters | TCS, Wipro, Siemens, Tata Technologies, Dassault Systèmes, Varroc, NVIDIA, Reliance |
IT and software companies dominate placements for CSE, IT, and E&TC branches. Core engineering companies such as Siemens, Varroc, Tata Technologies, and Dassault Systèmes recruit Mechanical and Electrical graduates. The Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar industrial belt, with its automotive and manufacturing cluster, supports strong core-branch placements.
GECA Scholarships
GECA students benefit from Maharashtra state government scholarship schemes and central government programmes. Reserved category and economically weaker students have access to near-full fee reimbursement through the Maharashtra government’s social welfare schemes.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| EBC / OBC / NT / SBC Scholarship (Maharashtra) | OBC, NT, SBC, EBC students with income below state norms | Tuition fee concession under Maharashtra government scheme |
| SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | SC and ST students admitted to GECA | Fee reimbursement from Government of Maharashtra plus national scholarship portal support |
| Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Scholarship | BC-D Lingayat students, family income under INR 8 Lakhs | Tuition fee reimbursement |
| PM-Vidyalaxmi (Central Scheme) | Students admitted to GECA needing collateral-free loans | Guaranteed education loan access via partner banks |
GECA Campus and Infrastructure
GECA’s campus is located in the urban core of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra. The campus operates across dedicated blocks for each of its 10 departments, with separate wings for Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, E&TC, CSE/IT, and Applied Sciences. A central library with a digital repository and well-equipped branch labs serve the student community.
Hostel facilities are available on and near campus. Boys hostel accommodation is available at up to INR 28,200 per year and girls hostel at up to INR 23,400 per year. The college also operates student activity areas, NSS units, sports facilities, and a placement and career development cell.
GECA’s autonomous status (since 2006) allows it to design its own curriculum and conduct independent examinations, without being bound entirely by BATU’s syllabus cycles. This has allowed faster introduction of electives in AI, Data Science, and IoT within existing branches like CSE and E&TC.
GECA vs Government College of Engineering Nagpur vs Walchand College of Engineering Sangli
Maharashtra state candidates comparing autonomous government-aided engineering colleges commonly weigh GECA against Government College of Engineering Nagpur (GCEN) and Walchand College of Engineering Sangli (WCE Sangli). All three are government-aided autonomous colleges in Maharashtra, admitted through MHT CET and DTE Maharashtra CAP, with similar fee structures under the state government scheme.
| Parameter | GECA Aurangabad | GCEN Nagpur | WCE Sangli |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 1960 | 1960 | 1947 |
| Location | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar | Nagpur, Maharashtra | Sangli, Maharashtra |
| Status | Government-aided autonomous | Government-aided autonomous | Government-aided autonomous |
| BE General Fee (4 years) | INR 3,23,501 | Similar state fee structure | Similar state fee structure |
| Admission | MHT CET + DTE CAP | MHT CET + DTE CAP | MHT CET + DTE CAP |
All three colleges follow the same Maharashtra government fee concession structure. WCE Sangli is the oldest and is known for Civil and Mechanical engineering. GCEN Nagpur is known for its central Maharashtra location and strong Vidarbha industry connections. GECA’s location in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar gives it proximity to the Marathwada automotive and manufacturing cluster, which benefits Mechanical and Electrical branch placements. Branch-specific preferences and MHT CET rank typically determine which college an aspirant gets through CAP.
GECA FAQs
Ques. What is the BE fee at GECA Aurangabad?
Ans. The total 4-year BE fee at GECA is INR 3,23,501 for General/Open category students. OBC students pay INR 1,61,501. SC and ST students pay just INR 2,101 for the full 4-year BE under the Maharashtra government fee concession scheme. This fee is identical across all 7 BE branches.
Ques. How do I take admission to GECA?
Ans. GECA BE admission is through DTE Maharashtra CAP. Appear in MHT CET (or use JEE Main score). Register on the DTE Maharashtra CAP portal, complete document submission, fill in college and branch preferences with GECA as one of the options, and accept the allotment if offered. There is no separate GECA entrance exam and no management quota.
Ques. Is GECA a good college for placements?
Ans. GECA placement rates vary by branch. CSE, IT, and E&TC branches achieve placement rates close to 90%. The median package for BE graduates was INR 5.80 LPA as per NIRF 2025 placement data. Highest package in 2025 was INR 11.5 LPA. Core engineering branches (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical) see placement rates of 50 to 70%, with recruiters like Siemens, Tata Technologies, and Varroc.
Ques. Is GECA Aurangabad an autonomous college?
Ans. Yes. GECA has been an autonomous institution since 2006. This means it designs its own curriculum, conducts its own examinations, and awards degrees under the affiliation of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University (BATU), Lonere. The autonomous status allows GECA to update its syllabi independently of the affiliating university.
Ques. Does GECA have hostel facilities?
Ans. Yes. GECA has separate hostels for boys and girls. Boys hostel fee is up to INR 28,200 per year and girls hostel fee is up to INR 23,400 per year. Contact the GECA administration at geca.ac.in for seat availability and hostel application process.
Ques. What is the MHT CET cutoff for GECA?
Ans. MHT CET cutoffs at GECA vary by branch and category. CSE and IT are the most competitive branches and typically close at higher percentiles in CAP. Civil and Mechanical branches close at relatively lower percentiles. Check the DTE Maharashtra seat allotment result sheets from the most recent CAP rounds for branch-wise and category-wise closing percentiles at GECA.
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The institute offers six specializations under the B.Tech course with a total intake of 360. To be eligible, a candidate should have passed 10+2 or have a diploma in Engineering.
Candidates enrolling for B.Tech course have to sit the MHT- CET. To fill the application form, follow the steps given below:
GCE Aurangabad has various courses with different fee structures. Click on the below link to get the course wise fee structure of GCE Aurangabad UG and PG levels
Link: GCE Aurangabad Courses and Fees
GECA Admissions 2024 is expected to start soon. GECA BTech admission 2024 is done through the MHT CET exam. The MHT CET Exam is scheduled from April 25 to April 30, 2024.
You can check out the page GECA Aurangabad Cut-off to know more on the cut-off of the courses at this college.
Click on the below link to get the list of cutoff of previous year of GECA Aurangabad
Link: GECA Aurangabad Cutoff
The BTech course admission is based on the MH CET entrance exam and will be held from May 09, 2023, to May 13, 2023. The admission date is yet to be announced.
You can check out various top colleges for pursuing M.tech in Aurangabad at the official website of collegedunia also according to your GATE score.
Reserved Candidates have a relaxation of the tuition fee from the total fees. However, the detailed fee structure for all courses is available at GECA Aurangabad Courses & Fees.
According to 2020-21’s placement record, the highest package provided was 15-16 LPA and the average package was 4- 5 LPA.
You can check thoroughly for cut-off for various programs at GECA Aurangabad Cut-Off.
You need to pay your 1st year BE/B.Tech fee through online mode during your counselling period and during your final admission.
The total fees for General/Open category at GECA Aurangabad is INR 2,58,103.
The 2nd year fee for SC category at GECA Aurangabad is INR 200.
Yes, the Government College of Engineering offers Computer Science Engineering to students. The specialisation is offered under Bachelor of Technology and Master of Technology.