Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology Beliaghata Kolkata Answered Questions

Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology offers only BTech and MTech courses. The total tuition fee for BTech ranges between INR 36.1 K to 1.1 Lakhs, depending on the specialisation in which the candidate is interested. The total tuition fee for MTech ranges between INR 49.05 K to 86.55 K, depending on the specialisation in which the candidate is interested. Apart from the tuition fee, the candidate may also need to pay some addiitional charges like hostel fee, application fee, etc. 

Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology does not provide a 100% scholarship to all students. The college offers various scholarships, including the AICTE Saksham, Pragati, and Swanath schemes that provide a maximum of INR 50,000 annually, and the AICTE PG (GATE/GPAT). A scholarship of INR 12,400 is provided each month for deserving postgraduate students. These scholarships are need- and merit-based, and the students have to fulfill certain eligibility criteria, e.g., income limits of the family or being differently-abled, to become eligible. There is no provision for a full tuition waiver for all students.  

Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology (GCECT) is a government college, not a private one. It was founded in 1941 and falls under the Department of Higher Education, Government of West Bengal. The college is government funded and governed, granting engineering courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. It is affiliated with Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology and renowned for its autonomy and NAAC accreditation. GCECT is one of the oldest engineering colleges in Kolkata and has a good reputation in Ceramic Technology, Computer Science, and Information Technology.  

Direct admission to the Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology is not usually available. Admission to B.Tech programs is mostly through the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination (WBJEE) on the basis of merit and eligibility. But if there are some vacant seats after the principal counseling rounds, the college can hold decentralized counseling for direct admission, but only for candidates who are domiciled in West Bengal with a valid WBJEE rank. All the requirements made by the regulatory bodies should be fulfilled in order to obtain such admissions. Direct admission is not provided under any circumstances without going through these procedures.  

Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology offers Engineering courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.UG:At the UG level, the institute offers only BTech courses. Admission to the courses is based on the scores obtained in either the WBJEE or the JEE Main exam. To be eligible for any course, the candidate has to score a minimum of 45 % in class 12th in a relevant stream from any recognized board.PG:At the PG level, the institute offers only MTech courses. Admission to the courses is based on the scores obtained in either the GATE or the WBUT PGET exam. To be eligible for any course, the candidate has to score a minimum of 45 % in graduation in a relevant stream from any recognized university.

The Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology boasts a robust alumni base with graduates who are well-settled in their respective careers and dispersed across the world. Specific names of excellent alumni, though, are not well known. The college points out that its alumni have emerged as vibrant exponents in the field of ceramic research, application, and production and have made meaningful contributions both within India and outside. Some of the distinguished recent alumni are Souvik Karmakar, Sajdul Haque, Tanisha Sarkar, Bratati Ghosh, and Arkadeep Das, who have made a mark in Ceramic Technology, Information Technology, and Computer Science & Engineering.  

The Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology (GCECT) primarily uses the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations (WBJEE) scores for B.E. / B.Tech course admissions, followed by a counseling process based on the rank obtained in WBJEE. Additionally, candidates must meet the minimum eligibility criteria of having passed their 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, and meeting specific percentage requirements in these subjects.  Eligibility Requirements:10+2 Examination:Candidates must have passed their 10+2 examination (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects.Minimum Marks:Specific percentage requirements in the 10+2 exam are outlined for different categories, with variations for PwD and OBC categories.Other Requirements:Candidates must be Indian citizens (or OCI with approval), have a minimum age of 17 years as of a specified date, and have passed English with a certain percentage in the 10+2 exam.Alternate Eligibility:Candidates who have passed D. Voc. Stream in a related sector may also be eligible.   Admission Process:WBJEE: Candidates need to appear for the WBJEE and obtain a rank.Counseling: Admission is based on the rank obtained in WBJEE, followed by a counseling process.Document Verification: Candidates will need to verify their documents at the allotted institute during counseling. 

Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology has a full range of campus facilities. The campus features adequately equipped laboratories for every department, a spacious library housing physical and electronic resources, and a Central Computing Centre with an internet facility available 24 hours a day. Hostel facilities are provided to students, along with indoor as well as outdoor sports facilities. The college offers a canteen that dispenses hygienic food, a state-of-the-art auditorium for functions, and large classrooms with projector facilities. Other facilities include a health center, water purifiers, ATM, power backup, and periodic workshops and seminars.  

Yes, admissions are open at the for various programs, including B.Tech, M.Tech, and Ph.D. The college is an autonomous institution under MAKAUT and has an NAAC A Grade accreditation.  Here's a more detailed breakdown:B.Tech Admissions:Admissions for B.Tech (including B.Tech in Ceramic Technology and other specializations) are open, with the WBJEE 2025 exam being a key factor,M.Tech Admissions:Admissions for M.Tech programs are also ongoing, and the GATE 2025 results are relevant, Shiksha.  Ph.D. Admissions:Applications are invited for Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programs as well, with specific details available on the college website.  Lateral Entry:Admissions through JELET for B.Tech (Lateral) are also open for the academic session 2024-25,  Admission Process:The college uses a combination of entrance exams (like WBJEE, GATE), merit-based selection, and may have specific assessments for certain programs, Shiksha.  Eligibility:The specific eligibility criteria for each program vary, but generally involve a minimum score in the qualifying exam (10+2 or equivalent) and/or a valid rank in a relevant entrance exam.  Fee Structure:The fee structure for different programs varies, with tuition, hostel, and other fees applicable,

Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology accepts WBJEE scores for admission to the BTech courses. The Round 2 cutoffs are releases wherein the closing ranks ranged between 3306 and 11827. Among all the BTech specialisations, B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering was the most competitive specialisation. Candidates can refer to the table below to check out the WBJEE Round 2 closing ranks for the General AI category students: Course2024B.Tech. in Ceramic Technology11827B.Tech. in Information Technology4758B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering3306