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AUCE B.Tech is a four-year full-time undergraduate engineering degree offered across 15 specializations at Andhra University College of Engineering, Visakhapatnam. Total fees are INR 1,78,000 for four years under the general quota. Admission is through AP EAPCET 2026. NIRF 2025 ranked AUCE 88th in Engineering in India. Median placement salary was INR 9.3 LPA per NIRF 2024 data.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Phase 1 seat allotment begins 09 August 2026.
Key Points
AUCE B.Tech fees are uniform across all 15 specializations within each quota. General quota seats are allotted through AP EAPCET counselling. Management quota seats are filled through Andhra University’s own allotment process.
| Quota | Total Fees (4 Years) |
|---|---|
| General Quota (AP EAPCET allotment) | INR 1,78,000 |
| Management Quota (AU allotment) | INR 3,07,600 |
AP EAPCET 2026 examination was conducted in May 2026. Web counselling is ongoing for seat allotment at AUCE.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| AP EAPCET 2026 Examination | April 24 to May 5, 2026 |
| AP EAPCET 2026 Results Declared | June 2026 |
| AP EAPCET Web Counselling Registration | July 2026 |
| Phase 1 Seat Allotment | 09 August 2026 |
| Phase 2 Counselling (Tentative) | September 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Here is how AUCE B.Tech compares with similar engineering colleges in the region on fees, exams, cutoff, and placements.
| College | Fees | Exams | Cutoff | Salary | CD Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUCE, Visakhapatnam | 1.78 L | AP EAPCET | AP EAPCET OC Rank 3,987 (CSE, 2025) | INR 9.3 LPA (Median, 2024) | Not Rated |
| JNTUCEK, Kakinada | 1.8 L | AP EAPCET | AP EAPCET OC Rank 866 (CSE, 2025) | INR 4.7 LPA (Median, 2025) | 4.0/5 |
| UCEOU, Hyderabad | 2.1 L | TG EAPCET | TG EAPCET OC Rank 2,164 (CSE, 2025) | INR 10 LPA (Avg, 2025) | 4.2/5 |
| NIT AP, Tadepalligudem | 5.25 L | JEE Main | JEE Main OC Rank 14,707 (CSE, 2025) | INR 7.22 LPA (Avg, 2025) | 3.8/5 |
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AUCE’s most recent placement data from NIRF 2024 shows a median salary of INR 9.3 LPA for UG graduates with a highest package of INR 84.5 LPA.
| Metric | Figure |
|---|---|
| Median Salary (UG) | INR 9.3 LPA |
| Highest Package | INR 84.5 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | TCS, Wipro, Amazon, Microsoft, BEL |
AP state government and central government scholarship schemes cover AUCE B.Tech students based on category and income. Fee Reimbursement effectively makes AUCE B.Tech free for eligible reserved category students.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| AP Fee Reimbursement (SC/ST/BC) | Full tuition fees covered | SC, ST, BC students with family income below INR 2.5 lakhs | After admission |
| Jagananna Vidya Deevena (JVD) | Up to INR 20,000/year | SC, ST, BC, EBC, minority students with income limit | After admission |
| AP ePass | Tuition and maintenance support | SC/ST/OBC students meeting AP ePass income norms | Not Disclosed |
| Central Sector Scheme (CSSS) | INR 10,000/year | Top 20 percentile in Class 12 with income below INR 8 lakhs | Not Disclosed |
Andhra University, College of Engineering Visakhapatnam is ranked by several ranking agencies such as The Week, NIRF, India Today. Some of these rankings are as follows-
| Ranking Agency | Latest | Previous |
|---|---|---|
 | #30 out of 35 (2023) | #52 out of 254 (2020) #1st Andhra Pradesh |
 | #50 out of 290 (2026) #1st Andhra Pradesh | #50 out of 286 (2025) #1st Andhra Pradesh |
 | #88 out of 300 (2025) #4th Andhra Pradesh | #90 out of 300 (2024) #3rd Andhra Pradesh |
Ques. Is AUCE the same as Andhra University College of Engineering?
Ans. Yes. AUCE is the engineering college of Andhra University, one of the oldest public universities in South India. The college is located on the Andhra University campus in Visakhapatnam. The B.Tech degree is awarded by Andhra University and is UGC-recognised. AUCE has been a constituent college of Andhra University since 1935 and is distinct from standalone private engineering colleges affiliated to JNTU or Andhra University externally.
Ques. What AP EAPCET rank is needed for CSE at AUCE?
Ans. In 2025, the AP EAPCET OC Boys closing rank for CSE at AUCE was 3,987. ECE closing rank was 9,143. Other branches such as EEE (15,685) and Mechanical (16,706) are accessible to a wider range of rank holders. Girls category generally has higher closing ranks due to Women reservation seats. These figures are from 2025 and are indicative for 2026 planning.
Ques. Does AUCE B.Tech qualify for Fee Reimbursement in Andhra Pradesh?
Ans. Yes. AUCE B.Tech students in SC, ST, and BC categories with family income below INR 2.5 lakhs per year qualify for AP Fee Reimbursement, which covers the full tuition fee. The application is submitted through the college after admission. Documents needed include income certificate, caste certificate, and a bank account in the student’s name.
Ques. What is the management quota process at AUCE?
Ans. AUCE management quota seats (15% of intake) are filled through Andhra University’s own allotment process, independent of AP EAPCET counselling. Total fees for management quota are INR 3,07,600 for four years. The process opens after Phase 2 of AP EAPCET counselling concludes. Candidates can apply to AUCE directly for management quota if they did not secure a seat through the state counselling.
Ques. What industries recruit from AUCE B.Tech?
Ans. AUCE placements span IT, core engineering, and public sector. IT recruiters include TCS, Wipro, Amazon, and Microsoft. Core engineering and defence PSU recruiters include BEL (Bharat Electronics Limited), HPCL, ONGC, and DRDO for branches like Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, and Naval Architecture. The median salary was INR 9.3 LPA and the highest package reached INR 84.5 LPA per NIRF 2024 data. Niche branches like Naval Architecture place students with Cochin Shipyard and Garden Reach Shipbuilders.
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