B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering (Lateral Entry) 

at AKGEC Ghaziabad, Ghaziabad

As per the data collated from verified students' reviews on Shiksha, companies, such as Capgemini, Infosys, Amazon, Accenture, TCS, Wipro, Walmart, and Tech Mahindra hire the students of this college. Additionally, 70-90% of students get placement opportunities every year with an average salary ranging between INR 2.5 and INR 5.35 lakh. Hence, it is a good college for BTech, considering the placement statistics. In 2024, the highest package offered at the college stood at INR 55 LPA. AKGEC Ghaziabad is ranked by India Today and Times. In 2024, Times ranked the college #149 for its BTech course.

At the undergraduate level, Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College offers BTech and various other courses to students. The total tuition fee for BTech at Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College is INR 3.3 lakh - INR 4.5 lakh. There are various other charges which adds to the total tuition fee and hence provide the students with an estimate of the total course fee for BTech. Those students who find the fee a little high, can apply for scholarships provided by the Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College.

Aspirants must pass Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and one of the optional subjects: Chemistry/ Biotechnology/ Biology/ Technical Vocational Subject with at least 45% aggregate (40% aggregate for candidates belonging to SC/ ST category) to apply for BTech courses at Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College.

Located in Ghaziabad, AKGEC and KIET are two of the reputed colleges affiliated with AKTU that offer admission on the basis of JEE Main scores followed by UPTAC counselling. The below table mentions the median salary and total tuition fee for both institutes. Since the median salary offered to the BTech graduates and the fee is almost close to each other, the ROI is very similar looking for both institutes. However, the final decision is subject to the branch of study a student is willing to opt and the seat allotment.

Check out the comparison of salary and total tuition fee at both institutes in the below table: 

As per the latest report, the overall highest package at AKGEC in 2024 is INR 55 LPA*

NOTE: The salary and fee data in the above table is sourced from various sources. Hence, is indicative. 

BTech is one of the most popular courses of Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College in terms of placements opportunities. The course-wise placement details are yet to be released. Check out the key highlights of AKGEC placements 2025 from the table below:

Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College offers direct admission under Management Quota. Such candidates can get admission in BTech programme based on their JEE Main scores and merit in the qualifying exam. Aspirants can apply directly on the college's website for admission.

The Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College has been providing good placements to its students since the very beginning. For more information AKG Engineering College placements between 2024 and 2025, refer to the table below:

Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College offers admission to candidates based on their entrance exam scores or merit. Candidates can get admission in BTech based on their JEE Main scores followed by UPTAC Counselling. Admission to MCA is based on CUET-PG scores of the candidates followed by UPTAC Counselling. Aspirants can get into M.Tech based on their merit. The seats in M.Tech programme is allotted via AKTU Counselling.

The safety of students and teachers is AKGEC Ghaziabad's top priority. There are security professionals working 24*7 to maintain a good and safe studying environment for students. No one is allowed to enter the college without an identity card. The hostels have surveillance cameras installed everywhere.

The Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College has had successful placements over the years and is completely worth joining. For more information on AKGEC placements during 2024 and 2025, refer to the table below: