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KGEC Kalyani’s M.Tech is a two-year full-time postgraduate programme affiliated to MAKAUT and approved by AICTE. Five specialisations are offered: Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Information Technology, and Production Engineering. Fees are a uniform INR 16,991 for the two-year programme across all specialisations. Admission is through GATE scores via WB PGET centralised counselling. Collegedunia ranks KGEC 317 in its 2026 India Engineering Colleges list.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Results expected 1 August 2026.
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Fees for KGEC Kalyani M.Tech are uniform at INR 16,991 for the two-year programme across all five specialisations, making KGEC one of the most affordable M.Tech options in West Bengal.
| Specialisation | Total Fees (2 Years) |
|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering Electrical Engineering Electronics and Communication Engineering Information Technology Production Engineering | INR 16,991 |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| WB PGET 2026 Registration | Closed 3 June 2026 |
| WB PGET 2026 Exam | 14 June 2026 |
| WB PGET 2026 Result | 1 August 2026 |
| WB PGET M.Tech Counselling | August to September 2026 |
| KGEC M.Tech Classes Begin | October 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
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Placement figures reflect KGEC’s overall programme for 2024. M.Tech graduates participate in the same campus placement drives as B.Tech graduates.
| Metric | 2024 Value |
|---|---|
| Highest Package | INR 86 LPA |
| Average Package | INR 5.75 LPA |
| Median Package | INR 5.50 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | TCS, Wipro, Infosys, Cognizant, Oracle, IBM, Amazon |
KGEC M.Tech students can access AICTE, central government, and WB state scholarships based on GATE qualification, category, gender, and income.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| AICTE PG (GATE) Scholarship | INR 12,400 per month | GATE-qualified full-time M.Tech students in AICTE-approved institutions |
| WB SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | As per WB government norms | SC/ST students domiciled in West Bengal |
| WB OBC-A/OBC-B Scholarship | As per WB government norms | OBC-A/OBC-B students with prescribed income limit |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship | INR 50,000 per year | Women in AICTE-approved programmes, family income below INR 8 LPA |
| Central Sector Scheme (NSP) | INR 12,000 per year | Top 20 percentile in Class 12, family income below INR 8 LPA |
According to Collegedunia Ranking 2025, KGEC Kalyani ranks #173 out of 500 colleges in India. According to 3 Reviews collected by Collegedunia, the M.Tech program at KGEC Kalyani is rated 2.9/5. The college has an overall Collegedunia score of 752/2000, calculated based on NAAC grade, exam cutoff, rankings, placements and student reviews.
KGEC Kalyani is ranked by several ranking agencies such as IIRF. Some of these rankings are as follows-
| Ranking Agency | Latest | Previous |
|---|---|---|
 | #317 out of 500 (2026) #11th West Bengal | #173 out of 500 (2025) #8th West Bengal |
 | #143 out of 146 (2026) | #148 out of 160 (2025) #12th West Bengal |
Ques. How affordable is M.Tech at KGEC Kalyani compared to private colleges?
Ans. Total non-refundable fees for M.Tech at KGEC Kalyani are INR 16,991 for two years: tuition INR 3,000 per semester and a one-time charge of INR 4,991. A refundable caution deposit of INR 7,000 is returned on completion. KGEC offers one of the lowest M.Tech fee structures among MAKAUT institutions in West Bengal.
Ques. What GATE papers are accepted for M.Tech at KGEC Kalyani?
Ans. Accepted GATE papers by specialisation at KGEC: CS or DA for Computer Science and Engineering, EE for Electrical Engineering, EC for Electronics and Communication Engineering, CS or DA for Information Technology, and PI or ME for Production Engineering. Candidates qualify the relevant paper and register for WB PGET at wbjeeb.wb.gov.in for seat allotment at KGEC.
Ques. Can candidates without a GATE score apply for M.Tech at KGEC Kalyani?
Ans. Non-GATE candidates may apply through KGEC’s spot-admission process based on B.Tech academic performance. Spot-admission seats are limited and filled after GATE-counselled seats are allocated. Non-GATE students are not eligible for the AICTE PG stipend of INR 12,400 per month.
Ques. What is WB PGET and how does it work for M.Tech at KGEC?
Ans. WB PGET is centralised counselling by WBJEEB for GATE-qualified candidates seeking M.Tech seats in West Bengal government and affiliated colleges, including KGEC. Candidates register at wbjeeb.wb.gov.in, fill college and specialisation choices, and receive seats by GATE rank. WB PGET 2026 exam was held on 14 June 2026, with results expected on 1 August 2026.
Ques. What career options are available after M.Tech from KGEC Kalyani?
Ans. M.Tech graduates from KGEC Kalyani work as senior engineers, research scientists, and data specialists in technology firms, PSUs, and academia. Campus recruiters include TCS, Infosys, Oracle, IBM, and Amazon, with an average package of INR 5.75 LPA in 2024. GATE-qualified graduates may also apply for PSU roles at DRDO, ISRO, and ONGC, or for PhD programmes at IITs and IISc.
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