Central Institute of Plastics Engineering and Technology Ahmedabad Vatva (G.I.D.C) Answered Questions

Admission into B.E./B.Tech at CIPET, Ahmedabad requires 45% in 10+2 (40% for reserved categories) in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics. Admissions are done through JEE Main, GUJCET (50% seats allocated through ACPC counseling) or by CIPET-JEE (for the rest 50%).Apply for GUJCET (deadline May 20, 2025), JEE Main, or CIPET-JEE, and apply through the ACPC portal or CIPET's site. Attach 10+2 marksheets, entrance scores, caste certificate if applicable, and identity proof. Application fees are around INR 350 (ACPC) or INR 750 (CIPET-JEE). Counseling allocates seats according to rank and choice for Plastics Engineering or Manufacturing Technology (60 each).

CIPET Ahmedabad alumni are placed across top industries in roles like polymer R&D, production, and quality control at companies like Reliance Industries, Pidilite, Sintex, Uflex, and IPCL. Many work in automotive (Toyota, Tata Motors), packaging (Amcor), and recycling sectors, while others pursue higher studies at institutions like IITs or abroad. The institute's strong industry network ensures global opportunities in the plastics and polymer engineering domain.    

Admission to B.E./B.Tech for CIPET, Ahmedabad without JEE Main can be done via GUJCET or CIPET-JEE. Candidates must possess at least 45% in 10+2 for Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (35% for reserved category).The seat distribution states that 50% of the seats will be filled via GUJCET scores through ACPC counseling (the last date being May 20, 2025), while the rest will be filled through the CIPET-JEE, which is conducted by the institute itself. Apply via the ACPC portal or CIPET's website for admissions, submitting 10+2 mark sheets with the GUJCET or CIPET-JEE scores and identity proof. There are no management quota seats, and entrance exams are mandatory.

CIPET Ahmedabad's faculty comprises experienced professionals and PhD holders specializing in polymer science, plastics engineering, and related fields. Many have industry expertise and active involvement in research projects, patents, and publications. Students highlight their practical teaching approach and mentorship in labs. While infrastructure is robust, engagement levels may vary by department.   

It depends on the course in which the student is interested. Central Institute of Plastics Engineering and Technology, Ahmedabad offers BTech, MSc, MTech, and Diploma courses. Admission to the BTech and MTech courses at the college is done based on the scores obtained in the JEE Main and the GATE exams, respectively. Applications for the GATE exam generally opens in the month of November and are currently open. Applications for the JEE Main exam generally opens in the months of Novemeber and February and are currently closed. Admission to the MSc is done based on the scores obtained in the Gujarat University exam. Applications for the exam generally open in the month of March and are currently closed. The college also has some seats reserved for direct admission under managemnet quota. DIrect admissions are currently open. 

Securing admission to CIPET Ahmedabad is moderately competitive, especially for its flagship B.Tech in Plastics/Polymer Engineering. Candidates need a valid JEE Main or GUJCET score (cutoff typically 50,000–1,00,000 rank for general category) and 60% in 12th (PCM). Diploma lateral-entry admissions are based on state exams. Reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC) have relaxed cutoffs. While not as tough as top NITs, early application and meeting deadlines are crucial. Check CIPET's 2024 admission brochure for exact criteria. 

CIPET, Ahmedabad, never provides full scholarships covering the full tuition fee. The scholarships are provided under the scheme of merit-based scholarships, covering up to 20-50% of fees upon a high JEE Main or GUJCET rank or academic excellence. Government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC students and potentially low fees under the Gujarat Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana. Proof of income is needed for financial aid by the economically weaker sections. The merit scholarship by PlastIndia Foundation is available for Diploma students, but it does not provide a full-fledged scholarship. Candidates apply for this by means of admission, along with their academic records and relevant documents.

CIPET Ahmedabad does not have a management quota for direct admissions to B.E./B.Tech courses; all admissions are by entrance tests only, such as JEE Main, GUJCET, or CIPET-JEE. Candidates are also required to have a minimum of 45% marks in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics for general and require 40% for reserved categories.For Plastics Engineering, which has 60 seats, 50% of the total seats are filled by ACPC, that is by GUJCET/JEE Main, and remaining 50% by CIPET-JEE.

Central Institute of Plastics Engineering and Technology, Ahmedabad, is a public institute and it was established in the year 1968. The college offers various courses in the fields of Engineering and Science at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma levels. The total tuition fee for the course ranges between INR 91.5 K to INR 2.6 Lakhs.

The cut off for B.E. / B.Tech (Plastics Engineering or Manufacturing Technology) will differ according to the entrance examination in CIPET, Ahmedabad. For the year 2023, GUJCET cutoffs were marginally around ranks from 10,000 to 15,000 while JEE main cutoffs depended on ranks under 50,000.However, CIPET-JEE cutoffs for 50 % of seats work out to be a rank within the top 25 % among applicants (specific ranks vary). The cutoffs would vary according to the students' performance, availabilities of the seats (60 per branch), and exam difficulty. GUJCET results (expected April 29) and JEE Main session 2 (April 17) will impact 2025's cutoffs, which will be released after the ACPC counseling (June-July).