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Ramachandra College of Engineering (RCE) Eluru Admission 2026 covers B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, and BBA programmes at this NAAC A+ accredited autonomous institution affiliated to JNTUK. B.Tech first-year admissions are through AP EAPCET 2026 counselling by AP SCHE on cap.apcfss.in. The college offers 1,020 B.Tech seats across nine specialisations under counselling code RACE.
70% of B.Tech seats are A-category Government quota seats filled through AP EAPCET rank-based counselling. The remaining 30% are B-category (management quota) seats filled directly by RCE Eluru.
- B.Tech First Year: AP EAPCET Phase 1 allotment released on August 9, 2026. College reporting runs August 10 to August 15, 2026.
- M.Tech: AP PGECET counselling in progress. Check cap.apcfss.in for current schedule.
- MBA: AP ICET counselling in progress. Check the AP SCHE portal for dates.
- RCE Eluru holds NAAC A+ accreditation and NBA accreditation for CSE, ECE, Mechanical, EEE, and Civil branches.
- The college is autonomous under JNTUK. It follows AP EAPCET counselling rules for 70% A-category seats.
- 30% B-category (management quota) seats are filled by RCE Eluru directly. Candidates must meet the same eligibility as A-category.
- Andhra Pradesh local area quota applies. Candidates with AP local area status receive category reservation benefits.
- AP fee reimbursement is available for SC, ST, BC, EWS, and minority students with parental income below INR 1,00,000 per year.
RCE Eluru Admission Portal 2026: admissions.rcee.ac.in
B-Category (Management Quota) at RCE Eluru: RCE Eluru fills 30% of B.Tech seats through B-category (management quota). Minimum eligibility is 10+2 with MPC and 45% aggregate. Candidates need not participate in AP EAPCET counselling for B-category. Contact RCE Eluru at +91-9492935222 or helpdesk@rcee.ac.in.
RCE Eluru B.Tech Admission 2026
RCE Eluru offers 1,020 B.Tech seats across nine specialisations for the 2026-27 batch. CSE, ECE, and AI and Data Science each have 180 seats. AI and Machine Learning also has 180 seats. EEE, Mechanical, Civil, IoT, and Cyber Security each have 60 seats. All A-category seats are filled through AP EAPCET 2026 counselling under code RACE.
RCE Eluru B.Tech Admission Dates 2026
AP EAPCET 2026 exam was held from May 12 to May 20, 2026. Results were declared on June 1, 2026. Phase 1 counselling registration opened July 20, 2026. Phase 1 allotment was released on August 9, 2026.
| Event | Date | Body |
|---|---|---|
| AP EAPCET 2026 Registration Opens | February 4, 2026 | AP SCHE |
| AP EAPCET 2026 Registration Closes | March 24, 2026 | AP SCHE |
| AP EAPCET 2026 Admit Card | April 28, 2026 | AP SCHE |
| AP EAPCET 2026 Exam | May 12 to May 20, 2026 | AP SCHE |
| AP EAPCET 2026 Answer Key | May 23, 2026 | AP SCHE |
| AP EAPCET 2026 Result | June 1, 2026 | AP SCHE |
| Phase 1 Registration Opens | July 20, 2026 | AP SCHE (cap.apcfss.in) |
| Phase 1 Registration Closes | August 1, 2026 | AP SCHE |
| Phase 1 Certificate Verification | July 22 to August 2, 2026 | AP SCHE |
| Phase 1 Web Options Entry | Until August 3, 2026 | AP SCHE |
| Phase 1 Web Options Modification | August 4, 2026 | AP SCHE |
| Phase 1 Allotment Result | August 9, 2026 | AP SCHE |
| Phase 1 College Reporting | August 10 to August 15, 2026 | AP SCHE |
RCE Eluru B.Tech Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must have passed 10+2 or Intermediate with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry as compulsory subjects. A minimum aggregate of 45% is required for general category. SC and ST candidates follow AP government norms.
| Specialisation | Intake | Fee (Per Year) |
|---|---|---|
| CSE | 180 | INR 2,40,800 (general quota) |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 180 | |
| AI and Data Science | 180 | |
| CSE (AI and Machine Learning) | 180 | |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 60 | |
| Mechanical Engineering | 60 | |
| Civil Engineering | 60 | |
| CSE (Internet of Things) | 60 | |
| CSE (Cyber Security) | 60 |
The fees mentioned above are subject to revision and have been included for reference. Contact the college or visit admissions.rcee.ac.in for exact fee details.
RCE Eluru B.Tech Selection Criteria 2026
A-category seats are allotted by AP SCHE strictly based on AP EAPCET 2026 rank. Candidates with higher scores receive priority in web option filling. The counselling code for RCE Eluru is RACE. Candidates must enter this code while filling web options on cap.apcfss.in.
- AP reservation rules apply: SC 15%, ST 6%, BC-A 7%, BC-B 10%, BC-C 1%, BC-D 7%, BC-E 4%, EWS 10%, PH 3% (horizontal).
- AP local area candidates receive category-based benefits. Candidates without local area status compete for unreserved seats.
- B-category (30%) management quota seats are filled by RCE Eluru based on AP EAPCET merit or 12th merit at the college level.
- Counselling processing fee: INR 1,200 for OC and BC. INR 600 for SC and ST.
As per Collegedunia Reviews, students at RCE Eluru appreciate the NAAC A+ accreditation and the transparent AP EAPCET-based admission process. Multiple reviewers noted that the college’s autonomous status gives it flexibility in curriculum updates, which is seen positively by students in new branches like AI and Data Science.
How to Apply for B.Tech at RCE Eluru?
- Step 1: Qualify AP EAPCET 2026. The exam was conducted May 12 to May 20, 2026. Result was declared June 1, 2026.
- Step 2: Register for AP EAPCET counselling at cap.apcfss.in. Phase 1 registration was open July 20 to August 1, 2026.
- Step 3: Complete certificate verification at the AP SCHE-designated help centre.
- Step 4: Enter web options with counselling code RACE for RCE Eluru. Choose preferred specialisation.
- Step 5: Check Phase 1 allotment result released August 9, 2026.
- Step 6: Report to RCE Eluru campus from August 10 to August 15, 2026, with original documents and pay the first-year fee.
- Step 7: Candidates seeking B-category seats should contact RCE Eluru admissions directly at +91-9492935222.
Note: RCE Eluru is an autonomous institution under JNTUK. The college follows its own examination schedule while remaining under JNTUK affiliation. Candidates admitted through B-category should confirm this status does not affect their degree certificate or JNTUK affiliation norms.
RCE Eluru M.Tech and MBA Admission 2026
RCE Eluru offers M.Tech in five specialisations and an MBA programme. M.Tech admissions are through AP PGECET or GATE scores via AP SCHE counselling. MBA admissions use AP ICET scores. BBA is offered as an undergraduate management programme with direct merit-based admission.
RCE Eluru M.Tech and MBA Admission Dates 2026
| Programme | Exam | Status |
|---|---|---|
| M.Tech (CSE, AI and DS, VLSI, Power Electronics, Machine Design) | AP PGECET 2026 or GATE 2026 | Counselling in progress via cap.apcfss.in |
| MBA | AP ICET 2026 | Counselling in progress via cap.apcfss.in |
| BBA | 12th board merit (direct) | Contact RCE Eluru admissions directly |
RCE Eluru M.Tech and MBA Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Programme | Eligibility | Fee (Per Year) |
|---|---|---|
| M.Tech | B.Tech in relevant branch, min 50% aggregate | INR 1,21,000 |
| MBA | Any degree with min 50% aggregate | INR 70,000 |
| BBA | 10+2 in any stream, min 45% aggregate | INR 1,35,000 |
The fees mentioned above are subject to revision and have been included for reference. Contact the college or visit admissions.rcee.ac.in for exact fee details.
RCE Eluru M.Tech Selection Criteria 2026
M.Tech seats are filled through AP PGECET or GATE rank via AP SCHE counselling. Candidates with a GATE score are given preference over AP PGECET candidates in the merit list at many AP private colleges. The counselling code for RCE Eluru PG programmes is also RACE.
How to Apply for M.Tech and MBA at RCE Eluru?
- Step 1: Qualify AP PGECET 2026 or GATE 2026 for M.Tech. Qualify AP ICET 2026 for MBA.
- Step 2: Register for AP SCHE PG counselling at cap.apcfss.in.
- Step 3: Enter web options with code RACE and select preferred M.Tech specialisation or MBA.
- Step 4: Accept allotted seat and report to RCE Eluru with original degree certificate and scorecard.
RCE Eluru Scholarships
RCE Eluru disburses over INR 75 lakhs annually in scholarships through a combination of government and institutional schemes. All government scholarships are processed through the AP fee reimbursement system.
- Government Fee Reimbursement: Full tuition fee reimbursement for SC, ST, BC, EWS, OBC, and minority students with parental income below INR 1,00,000 per year. Disbursed through the AP state scholarship portal.
- Ramachandra Merit Scholarship: Institutional scholarship based on AP EAPCET rank. Top-ranked admitted students receive a partial fee waiver. Contact admissions for exact criteria.
- Ramachandra Rao Laptop Scholarship: Top 10 academic rankers in the first year receive a laptop. This is an institutional award managed by the college.
- Central Sector Scholarship (CSSS): For students who scored above 80th percentile in 12th board exams. Apply through scholarships.gov.in.
RCE Eluru Admission FAQs
Ques. Which exam is required for RCE Eluru B.Tech admission?
Ans. AP EAPCET 2026 is required for A-category (70%) B.Tech seats at RCE Eluru. The counselling is conducted by AP SCHE on cap.apcfss.in. The college counselling code is RACE. For B-category (30%) management quota seats, candidates can apply directly to the college without AP EAPCET counselling.
Ques. How many B.Tech seats does RCE Eluru offer?
Ans. RCE Eluru offers 1,020 B.Tech seats across nine specialisations. CSE, ECE, AI and Data Science, and CSE (AI and ML) each have 180 seats. EEE, Mechanical, Civil, CSE (IoT), and CSE (Cyber Security) each have 60 seats. Of these, 714 are A-category Government quota seats and 306 are B-category management quota seats.
Ques. What is the minimum eligibility for RCE Eluru B.Tech 2026?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 or Intermediate with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. A minimum aggregate of 45% is required for general category. SC and ST candidates follow AP government minimum cutoff norms.
Ques. Is RCE Eluru NAAC accredited?
Ans. Yes. RCE Eluru holds NAAC A+ accreditation. The college also has NBA accreditation for CSE, ECE, Mechanical, EEE, and Civil branches. It is an autonomous institution affiliated to JNTUK.
Ques. What is the AP EAPCET Phase 1 allotment date for RCE Eluru 2026?
Ans. The AP EAPCET Phase 1 allotment result was released on August 9, 2026. College reporting runs from August 10 to August 15, 2026. Candidates allotted to RCE Eluru must report to the campus with original documents within this window.
Ques. Can I get B-category direct admission to RCE Eluru?
Ans. Yes. RCE Eluru fills 30% of B.Tech seats through B-category (management quota). Candidates must meet the same eligibility as A-category (10+2 MPC, 45% aggregate) but do not need to go through AP SCHE counselling. Contact the college at +91-9492935222 or helpdesk@rcee.ac.in for B-category seat availability.
Ques. What scholarships does RCE Eluru offer?
Ans. RCE Eluru provides over INR 75 lakhs in scholarships annually. Government fee reimbursement covers full tuition for SC, ST, BC, EWS, and minority students with parental income below INR 1,00,000. The college also offers institutional merit scholarships and a laptop award for top 10 academic rankers.
Ques. What is the B.Tech fee at RCE Eluru?
Ans. The B.Tech fee at RCE Eluru is INR 2,40,800 per year for the general quota. Fees may be revised annually by the AP fee fixation committee. SC, ST, BC, EWS, and eligible minority students may receive government fee reimbursement covering the tuition component. Contact the college for the latest confirmed fee structure.
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