The Master of Technology (M.Tech) in Machine Design at Government Engineering College Barton Hill (GEC Barton Hill), Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme with an intake of 18 seats. GEC Barton Hill is a government institution under the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Government of Kerala, affiliated with APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU). The programme focuses on advanced machine design, finite element analysis, tribology, computer-aided design, engineering materials, product design optimisation, and manufacturing processes. Admission is through GATE 2026 score via the DTE Kerala M.Tech centralised allotment process.
📋 Admission Status: M.Tech 2026-27 admissions at GEC Barton Hill are through DTE Kerala. GATE 2026 result was declared on Mar 19, 2026. DTE Kerala M.Tech rank list is expected in June 2026; admission window is June to August 2026. Monitor gecbh.ac.in and the DTE Kerala M.Tech portal for the official schedule.
Key Points
- Programme: M.Tech Machine Design, 2 Years (4 Semesters), Full Time
- Intake: 18 seats (government category)
- Total Fees: INR 36,225 for 2 Years (government category; Hostel charges separate)
- Entrance Exam: GATE 2026 (relevant paper: ME (Mechanical Engineering))
Government Engineering College, Barton Hill M.Tech Machine Design Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (2 Years) | INR 24,000 |
| Exam Fees (2 Years) | INR 6,000 |
| Admission Fee | INR 225 |
| Caution Deposit (Refundable) | INR 1,500 |
| Miscellaneous Charges | INR 4,500 |
| Total Fees (2 Years, Hostel charges separate) | INR 36,225 |
- Total 2-year fee: INR 36,225 (government category); hostel charges separate.
- Uniform fee across all specialisations; INR 1,500 caution deposit refundable.
- GATE-qualified students may get AICTE PG Grant; confirm after admission.
- Verify 2026-27 fee and AICTE grant eligibility with GEC Barton Hill.
Government Engineering College, Barton Hill M.Tech Machine Design Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| GATE 2026 Exam | Feb 7, Feb 08, Feb 14 and Feb 15, 2026 |
| GATE 2026 Result | Mar 19, 2026 |
| DTE Kerala M.Tech Rank List 2026 | June 17, 2026 (expected); confirm at gecbh.ac.in |
| M.Tech Admission Window | June 29 to August 31, 2026 (expected) |
| Commencement of Classes | July-August 2026 (expected); confirm at gecbh.ac.in |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| GATE 2026 | Exam: Feb 7, Feb 08, Feb 14 and Feb 15, 2026; Result: Mar 19, 2026 | gate2026.iitr.ac.in |
- GATE 2026 score required; DTE Kerala M.Tech allotment due June 2026.
- Monitor gecbh.ac.in for M.Tech 2026 allotment schedule and documents.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a B.Tech/BE in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from a recognised university with minimum 55 percent aggregate marks (50 percent for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
- A valid GATE 2026 score in ME (Mechanical Engineering) is required for admission through the DTE Kerala M.Tech centralised allotment 2026.
- Sponsored category candidates (employed engineers with at least 2 years of experience) may apply without GATE score; check DTE Kerala M.Tech admission notification for the sponsored quota.
- Check gecbh.ac.in and the DTE Kerala M.Tech portal for 2026 eligibility norms and document requirements.
Admission Process
- Ensure you have a valid GATE 2026 score in ME (Mechanical Engineering); result was declared on Mar 19, 2026 at gate2026.iitr.ac.in.
- Monitor the DTE Kerala M.Tech admission notification (expected June 2026) at gecbh.ac.in and the DTE Kerala M.Tech portal for registration details.
- Register for DTE Kerala M.Tech allotment 2026, uploading B.Tech mark sheets (all semesters), GATE 2026 scorecard, identity proof, community certificate (if applicable), and service certificate (for sponsored candidates).
- Fill college-specialisation preferences during allotment option entry; include GEC Barton Hill under the relevant M.Tech specialisation.
- Check the allotment result and accept the allotted seat within the stipulated deadline; pay the required fee to confirm the seat.
- Report to GEC Barton Hill with the allotment letter, original certificates, and fee payment receipt to complete physical admission and enrol in the M.Tech programme.
✓ Opt for this if
- Kerala Mechanical Engineering graduates targeting design roles
- GATE ME qualifiers preferring government M.Tech at low cost
- Students interested in CAD/CAE, FEA, and product design
- Candidates targeting PSU or Kerala government engineering posts
- AICTE PG Grant eligible GATE-qualified students
✗ Skip if
- Students expecting active campus placements from private firms
- Candidates targeting Tier-1 metro manufacturing hubs
- Non-GATE students outside sponsored category
- Students wanting a highly ranked private engineering college
- Aspirants focused on software or IT roles after M.Tech
Government Engineering College, Barton Hill M.Tech Machine Design Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| AICTE PG Grant (for GATE-qualified students) | INR 12,400/month for 2 years | Full-time M.Tech students with valid GATE score in government category; apply via AICTE portal after admission |
| Government of Kerala Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/OEC) | As per government norms | Kerala domicile SC/ST/OBC/OEC students; apply via scholarships.kerala.gov.in |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | As per government norms | Merit-based; apply via National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) after admission |
- GATE-qualified: AICTE grant INR 12,400/month; confirm after admission.
- SC/ST/OBC/OEC: apply for state scholarship after admission.
- Confirm scholarship eligibility with GEC Barton Hill before applying.
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