The B.E. {Lateral} (Mechanical Engineering) at Government College of Engineering (GCE), Chandrapur, Maharashtra, is a three-year undergraduate engineering programme that admits diploma holders and eligible B.Sc graduates directly into the second year. Established in 1996, GCE Chandrapur is the only Government of Maharashtra engineering institution under Gondwana University, Gadchiroli, approved by AICTE and accredited with NAAC Grade B+. The programme covers engineering mechanics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, manufacturing processes, machine design, CAD/CAM, industrial engineering, metrology, and materials science across six semesters, preparing graduates for careers as mechanical design engineerss and related engineering professionals. Total fees for the three-year programme are INR 75,880. Admission is through the DTE Maharashtra CAP (DSE) process.
📋 Admission Status: Applications for the 2026-27 B.E. {Lateral} (Mechanical Engineering) at GCE Chandrapur are through the DTE Maharashtra Direct Second Year Engineering (DSE) 2026 CAP process; eligible diploma holders should monitor dtemaharashtra.gov.in for the registration window, document-verification schedule, and CAP round dates.
Key Points
- 3-year B.E. {Lateral} (Mechanical Engineering) at the only government engineering college under Gondwana University; NAAC Grade B+, AICTE approved, Chandrapur.
- Total fees: INR 75,880 for three years; hostel charges separate.
- Covers engineering mechanics, thermodynamics, and related engineering subjects across six semesters.
- Admission through DTE Maharashtra CAP (DSE); merit-based on diploma aggregate; no separate entrance exam for diploma holders.
- Graduates work as mechanical design engineerss and related engineering professionals in industry and government sectors.
Government College of Engineering, Chandrapur B.E. {Lateral} ME Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Total Fees (3 Years, Hostel charges separate) | INR 75,880 |
- Total fees INR 75,880 for three years; hostel charges separate.
- Hostel charges are separate; payable as per GCE Chandrapur tariff.
- Verify 2026-27 amounts with GCE Chandrapur before admission.
Government College of Engineering, Chandrapur B.E. {Lateral} ME Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| DTE Maharashtra DSE 2026 Registration Opens | July 4, 2026 (expected) |
| DTE Maharashtra DSE 2026 Registration Deadline | July 19, 2026 (expected); confirm at dtemaharashtra.gov.in |
| Document Verification | July-August 2026 (expected) |
| CAP Round 1 Seat Allotment | August 2026 (expected) |
| CAP Round 2 Seat Allotment | August-September 2026 (expected) |
| Reporting to GCE Chandrapur | After seat acceptance; as per DTE Maharashtra schedule |
| Commencement of Classes | October-November 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| DTE Maharashtra DSE (CAP) | July-September 2026 (expected) | dtemaharashtra.gov.in |
- Admission via DTE Maharashtra DSE CAP; no entrance exam for diploma holders.
- Monitor dtemaharashtra.gov.in for 2026 DSE schedule, registration, and document checklist.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Automobile Engineering, or equivalent with minimum 45 percent aggregate marks (40 percent for SC/ST/OBC) from Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education or an equivalent recognised board.
- Alternatively, a B.Sc degree with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from a UGC-recognised university with minimum 45 percent aggregate (40 percent for SC/ST/OBC) is eligible.
- Admission through DTE Maharashtra CAP (DSE, Direct Second Year Engineering); candidates must register online at dtemaharashtra.gov.in during the notified window.
- Candidates must hold valid Maharashtra state domicile; check DTE Maharashtra for category-specific eligibility and reservation norms.
Admission Process
- Check the DTE Maharashtra DSE 2026 notification at dtemaharashtra.gov.in for the registration schedule, document checklist, and CAP round calendar, expected in early July 2026.
- Register online for DSE 2026, uploading diploma mark sheets (all semesters), identity proof, domicile certificate, and category certificate (if applicable).
- Complete online document verification within the notified window to confirm eligibility and generate a verified application number for CAP participation.
- Submit college-course preferences during CAP choice-filling; participate in seat-allotment rounds; accept the allotted seat at GCE Chandrapur and pay the seat-acceptance fee within the deadline.
- Report to GCE Chandrapur with the allotment letter, original certificates, and fee payment receipt to complete physical admission formalities and commence as a second-year B.E. student.
✓ Opt for this if
- Diploma holders in Vidarbha seeking affordable government engineering degree
- Cost-conscious students wanting low total-fee lateral entry option
- Candidates targeting state government engineering services in Maharashtra
- Students preferring Gondwana University affiliation for Chandrapur region jobs
- Diploma graduates comfortable with Tier-3 city college environment
✗ Skip if
- Laterals targeting Pune or Mumbai placement geography
- Candidates needing NAAC A or A+ grade institution
- Students seeking international industry placement record
- Those requiring large on-campus placement cell with MNC recruiters
- Candidates without diploma in a relevant engineering branch
Government College of Engineering, Chandrapur B.E. {Lateral} ME Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Govt. of Maharashtra Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/VJ/NT/OBC/SBC) | As per government norms | Maharashtra domicile SC/ST/VJ/NT/OBC/SBC students; apply via mahaeschol.maharashtra.gov.in |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | As per government norms | Eligible students via National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) |
| EBC Scholarship (Govt. of Maharashtra) | As per government norms | Economically backward class students with Maharashtra domicile |
- SC/ST/NT/OBC students apply via state scholarship portal after admission.
- Central Sector scholarship applications at scholarships.gov.in after admission.
- Verify scholarship eligibility and norms with GCE Chandrapur before applying.
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