What is the eligibility for BE admission at GECA Aurangabad?

Candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. The minimum aggregate is 45% for General (Open) category and 40% for reserved categories. A valid MHT CET 2026 or JEE Main score is required for DTE Maharashtra CAP admission.

Is MHT CET mandatory for GECA BE admission?

MHT CET is the primary exam for GECA BE admission. JEE Main percentile is also accepted. DTE Maharashtra normalises JEE Main scores to compare with MHT CET candidates during seat allotment. Candidates with either score can apply through the DTE CAP portal.

What is the total BE fee at GECA for General category?

The total 4-year BE fee at GECA for General (Open) category is INR 3,23,501. OBC candidates pay INR 1,61,501. SC and ST candidates pay only INR 2,101 for the full 4 years due to government tuition fee waiver. Fees are subject to revision.

What is the MHT CET cutoff at GECA Aurangabad?

The MHT CET 2025 closing percentile at GECA ranged from 93 to 98 percentile depending on branch and category. CSE and IT branches have higher closing percentiles. Civil and Mechanical branches typically have lower closing cutoffs. Check the official DTE Maharashtra merit list for category-wise details.

How does DTE Maharashtra CAP counselling work for GECA?

Candidates register on the DTE Maharashtra CAP portal, complete document verification, and fill a choice form listing preferred college-branch combinations. Seat allotment is done based on MHT CET or JEE Main rank and choices submitted. GECA admission is confirmed by reporting to the college with original documents after allotment.

What exam is required for ME admission at GECA?

GATE score is accepted for ME admission at GECA. Candidates may also use MAH ME CET (Maharashtra state PG engineering entrance). Admission is through DTE Maharashtra PG CAP counselling. No separate entrance test or PI is conducted by GECA for ME seats.

Are scholarships available for students at GECA?

Yes. GECA students are eligible for multiple Maharashtra government scholarships through the MahaDBT portal. These include the SC/ST post-matric scholarship, OBC post-matric scholarship, EBC concession, and the Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj tuition fee waiver. SC/ST students effectively pay only INR 2,101 for the entire 4-year BE programme.

What is the intake at GECA Aurangabad?

GECA has a total BE intake of 360 seats across six branches: Civil, Computer Science, Electrical, Electronics and Telecom, Information Technology, and Mechanical Engineering. The college also offers ME and MCA programmes with separate intake limits set by DTE Maharashtra.

Is hostel available at GECA Aurangabad?

Yes. GECA provides separate hostel facilities for boys and girls. Boys hostel fee is up to INR 28,200 per year. Girls hostel fee is up to INR 23,400 per year. Availability is subject to seat capacity and should be confirmed with the college at the time of admission.

Can I get direct admission at GECA Aurangabad?

No. GECA is a government-aided college and all BE seats are filled exclusively through DTE Maharashtra CAP based on MHT CET or JEE Main rank. There is no direct admission available outside the CAP process for government-aided seats. Candidates must complete the online CAP registration and choice filling on the official DTE Maharashtra portal.

GECA BE Mechanical Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Component	Amount (INR)
Course Fee (General Category)	INR 3,23,501
Course Fee (OBC Category)	INR 1,61,501
Course Fee (SC/ST Category)	INR 2,101
Hostel - Boys (per year, optional)	INR 28,200
Hostel - Girls (per year, optional)	INR 23,400
Total Fees (General Category)	INR 3,23,501

Event	Date
MHT CET Registration Opened	10 January 2026
MHT CET Registration Closed	24 February 2026
MHT CET Exam (PCM)	11 to 19 April 2026
MHT CET Result Declared	16 June 2026
CAP Round 1 Option Entry Closed	30 July 2026
CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment Released	2 August 2026
CAP Round 1 Reporting Deadline	5 August 2026
CAP Round 2 Seat Allotment	12 August 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)	Full fee reimbursement	SC/ST students enrolled in the BE programme
OBC/SEBC Scholarship	Partial fee assistance	OBC/SEBC candidates with annual family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs
EBC Scholarship	Full fee reimbursement	Annual family income below INR 1 Lakh for economically backward candidates
GECA Alumni Scholarship	INR 25,000 per year	Economically weaker BE students from the second year onward

GECA BE Mechanical FAQs

Ques. What MHT CET percentile is needed for BE Mechanical Engineering at GECA?

Ans. The MHT CET cutoff percentile for Mechanical Engineering at GECA varies by year and category. General open category candidates typically need a competitive percentile in the sixties to seventies range, as ME is generally less competitive than CSE or IT. Reserved category students qualify at lower cutoffs. Candidates should consult the official Maharashtra CET Cell merit lists for precise year-wise data.

Ques. Does GECA accept JEE Main scores for BE Mechanical Engineering admission?

Ans. Yes, JEE Main 2026 scores are accepted at GECA through the Maharashtra CAP process. Candidates with a valid JEE Main score must register on the CET Cell portal at fe2026.mahacet.org and participate in the same option entry and allotment rounds as MHT CET candidates. JEE Main candidates compete for All-India quota seats at GECA.

Ques. What career options are available after BE Mechanical Engineering from GECA?

Ans. Graduates of BE Mechanical Engineering from GECA typically find roles in automotive companies, manufacturing plants, thermal power stations, and defence production units. Recruiters from Aurangabad’s industrial belt including Varroc, Tata Technologies, and Endurance Technologies have hired from GECA. Many graduates also pursue GATE for M.Tech admission or PSU examination pathways.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for BE Mechanical students at GECA?

Ans. Yes, GECA maintains separate hostel facilities for male and female students. Annual hostel charges are INR 28,200 for boys and INR 23,400 for girls. Accommodation is optional and allotted on a seat-availability basis at the time of enrolment. Students should apply for hostel accommodation as part of the institute reporting process.

Ques. What is the total fee for OBC and SC/ST students in BE Mechanical at GECA?

Ans. OBC students pay a total programme fee of INR 1,61,501 for the complete four-year BE Mechanical Engineering programme at GECA. SC/ST students pay a nominal total of INR 2,101 for the entire course. Eligible students should apply for government scholarship reimbursement each year through the Maharashtra MahaDBT portal to recover applicable fee amounts.

Ques. What documents are required for GECA BE Mechanical admission through CAP?

Ans. Required documents include 10th and 12th mark sheets and passing certificates, MHT CET or JEE Main scorecard, Maharashtra domicile certificate, caste or category certificate where applicable, Aadhaar card, and recent passport-size photographs. All documents must be uploaded on the Maharashtra CET Cell portal during CAP registration and physically verified at GECA at the time of reporting after seat allotment.

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