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Government College of Engineering Admission 2025: Fees, Courses, Eligibility and Selection
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Government College of Engineering AdmissionsWhat's new?
All the latest updates regarding Government College of Engineering, Salem admissions are as follows:
- The TNEA 2026 counselling application window is expected to launch in the first week of May 2026 for admission to BE/BTech courses.
- The XAT 2026 result is out for admission to the MBA/PGDM courses. Students need to log in to the official XAT portal to access and download their scorecard.
- The GATE 2026 exam for admission to ME/MTech and PhD courses has concluded. Results are scheduled for release on Mar 19, 2026.
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Government College of Engineering, Salem Admission Process 2025
Government College of Engineering, Salem admission is based on both merit or exam scores of the candidates. Besides, Government College of Engineering, Salem considers scores in GATE, CEETA, and TNEA for admission to specific courses. Government College of Engineering, Salem offers courses at the UG and PG levels.
The college offers UG programmes for 3 years - 4 years. For programmes at PG level, the duration is 2 years.
The total tuition fee for UG programmes is INR 2,00,000. Likewise, the PG programmes fee is INR 50,000. Students can pay the fee amount via online or offline mode.
Please note that this fee information is obtained from the official website/ sanctioning body but is subject to change.
Commonly asked questions On Admissions
Q: Can I pursue B.E. in EEE at Government College of Engineering, Salem through part time mode?
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Yes, you can pursue a B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) at Government College of Engineering (GCE) Salem through part-time mode. The course is a 4-year undergraduate program at the UG level, admitting 60 students, with a total tuition fee of INR 2.00 Lakh.
The program requires applicants to meet the entry requirements of 75% in 12th grade.
Additionally, the course offers practical problem-solving skills, advanced hardware/software design skills, and industry-standard tools and technologies.
Government College of Engineering, Salem B.E. / B.Tech Admission 2025
8 courses 3 - 4 years
Government College of Engineering, Salem offers a B.E. / B.Tech course of 3 - 4 years in full time mode. The course is available in 7 specialisations. Some of the popular ones are Metallurgical Engineering, Computer Science Engineering and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Admission to B.E. / B.Tech programme at Government College of Engineering, Salem is merit-based. Candidates who meets the eligibility criteria can apply directly on the college’s official website. There are a total of 480 seats available for this programme.
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Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with 45% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC, Tamilnadu 12th
Government College of Engineering, Salem M.E./M.Tech Admission 2025
7 courses 2 years
The M.E./M.Tech programme is offered by Government College of Engineering, Salem across various specialisations in full time mode. Some of the popular specialisations offered at Government College of Engineering, Salem for M.E./M.Tech are Mechanical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering and Communications Engineering etc.
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Eligibility Criteria
- Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: CEETA, GATE
Dates & Events
| Dates | Upcoming Events |
|---|---|
19 Mar '26 | GATE 2026 results |
May '26 | COAP 2026Tentative |
May '26 | CCMT 2026Tentative |
27 Mar '26 - 31 May '26 | GATE 2026 Scorecard (free download) |
1 Jun '26 - 31 Dec '26 | GATE 2026 Scorecard by paying a fee of INR 500 per test paper |
| Dates | Past Events |
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15 Feb '26 | GATE 2026 Exam - Forenoon (EC) |
15 Feb '26 | GATE 2026 Exam - Afternoon (AR and DA) |
14 Feb '26 | GATE 2026 Exam - Forenoon (CE-1, EE, and PI) |
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Government College of EngineeringStudents Ratings & Reviews
Placements4
Infrastructure3.8
Faculty & Course4.3
Campus Life4.2
Value for Money4.5What students say about Government College of Engineering, Salem
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Topmost Multi National Companies like Wipro, Infosys, TCS, Tech Mahindra and well growing startups visit my college for recruitment.
Based on 43 Reviews
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From our senior batch, many students got placed in IT companies, and only some students got placed in core companies.
Based on 20 Reviews
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Venkatesh R 
B.E. in Mechanical Engineering - Batch of 2028
4.4
4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
I am absolutely satisfied with my college life.
Placements: The college is located in Salem, which is one of the tier 2 cities in the state. The company's exposure is a little bit small. Placements are very good. Many companies visit the college to hire students. In the last 3 consecutive years, 100% of placements have been provided in my department.
Infrastructure: All facilities are available here. The infrastructure is good, but it is a government college. Free Wi-Fi is available, and the labs are good. Classrooms have smartboards. The department library has all the books, and the digital library has an ocean of books. Food is average for both boys and girls. 6 blocks are available for the UG boys' hostel. For 3rd-year and 4th-year students, single rooms are available. The hostel has average facilities. The canteen is good. A big sports ground is here, and all games are available here. An indoor stadium is also present here.
Faculty: Teachers are really helpful and well-qualified. The lab technicians are knowledgeable. The course curriculum is more related to the industry norms, and it is easy to get placed. Semester exams are of an easy to difficult level and based on the students. The pass percentage is 50%.
Other: The campus is spread over 400 acres with a lush green campus. There are many birds and peacocks. Many events are conducted in the evening semester. There are more than 7 clubs in the college. Scholarships are available. It is 10 minutes away from the heart of Salem city.
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025Read More
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Dilip Kumar
B.E. in Mechanical Engineering - Batch of 2026
5
5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
My experience at GCE Salem: Pros, cons, and insights.
Placements: 299 out of 438, i.e., 63.3% of students got placed (graduated students). The highest package is about 15 LPA, and the average is about 3.5 LPA-4 LPA, and the lowest is about 1.5 LPA- 1.8 LPA. The top recruiters are Zoho, Infosys, TCS, Wipro, etc. The percentage of my courses is 100%. 95 out of 95 students got internships and the companies are Hyundai, JSW Steel, Hero Motocorp, etc.
Infrastructure: Since it is a government college, all the infrastructure and facilities required for students are available, such as free Wi-Fi and laboratory. Classrooms are equipped with 6 ceiling fans, and the college library, which has about 50000 books. The hostel is well-equipped with simple furniture, a separate cupboard, a ceiling fan, etc. As for the food, it is all vegetarian food available. As for the sports, we have hockey, cricket, football, and basketball fields separately, and we do have a gymnasium.
Faculty: The faculty are super nice to talk to or interact with. Whether it's the quality of teaching or the very person, everything is good. From the experience of the graduated students or seniors, they did not find it difficult in the industry after they joined. There are two end-term exams, and it is not that difficult. The pass percentage can be around 95%-100%.
Other: Firstly, I chose this course because of my passion for engineering as a whole, not a particular subject. Secondly, I have chosen the course because of my curiosity about mechanical objects. Well, as for the events or fests, there are hardly any. As long as I remember, there has only been one, i.e., departmental fest.
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025Read More
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Shaopa P Konyak
B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering - Batch of 2028
5
5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
A really cost effective college with good environment and absolutely good lecturers.
Placements: Usually, the percentage is about 75-100%. The highest salary is around 30 LPA while average and the lowest are 15 LPA and 5 LPA respectively. Top recruiting companies are Hyundai, Ford, etc. The percentage of students who get internships is about 50-80%. Top roles would be NLC Limited, Steel Plant in Salem, etc.
Infrastructure: Facilities and infrastructure are well-equipped for their respective department. It's a quiet place, I won't say it's well-equipped for the hostel. But considering the cost, I guess it's enough. For the students, it is the best environment for studies. It's a vegetarian college (don't like that).
Faculty: The lecturers are extremely helpful and knowledgeable. In my opinion, it is the best. It highly depends on students what they can learn from the courses as it will also affect the industries or jobs later. I would rate 8 out of 10 for the semester. It's about 80-100% of the pass percentage.
Other: Generally, I have been interested in electric or electronic devices so I chose EEE. Well, the best thing about EEE is it's really fun and thrilling while learning various aspects of electricity. I don't think so. For me, EEE is enough as it should be. We don't have that much of events going on compared to other colleges.
Reviewed on 28 May 2025Read More
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Vijayaprasanth P
B.E. in Mechanical Engineering - Batch of 2025
3.6
4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life2Value for Money
The college gives independency to students.
Placements: The Mechanical Department has a 100 percent placement rate. The highest package is 13.5 LPA. The lowest package is 2.16 LPA. L&T, Sona Comstar, and পেট্রোল are the top companies. Fifty percent of our college students get internships. Our top placement is as a manager in Sona Comstar.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure is good for the students. It is connected to nature. The buildings are old but in good condition. There is a cafeteria for students and also a store on the campus. The cafe has all the food items. There are two hostels, one for boys and another one for girls. Boys' hostel timing is 6-9, and girls' hostel timing is 6-6. The food quality in the hostel is average. There is also a medical center near the hostel office. There is a huge ground to play on.
Faculty: The teachers have doctorates, and the teachers are fully knowledgeable, except for some people. But the teachers expect the students' own interest, and then the teachers are friendly on campus. The curriculum is relevant to the subject. It is based on the old syllabus, so it does not make the students ready for the industry. There are semesters every four months. Fifty percent is the minimum passing mark.
Other: I am interested in this course because of my uncle's suggestion. The course is good. The materials and machines are of the old type. If they were of the modern type, it would be useful for all.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2024Read More
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Anonymous
M.E. in Thermal Engineering - Batch of 2021
5
5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
Overall, the best college for M.E. in Thermal Engineering Course.
Placements: Government College Of Engineering, Salem has a very good track record when it comes to placement rate. About 90% to 95% of students are admitted to top-ranking institutions. The highest offer for on-campus interviews is 30 LPA with an average of 15 LPA. The minimum package is 6 LPA. Top recruiters are Larsen & Toubro, Bajaj Energy, TVS Motor, etc. Top roles are Thermal safety officer, Thermal design engineer and so on.
Infrastructure: Our college system is the best, and it is still improving. Our college system is good for the educational mind. Our college has a library, and another one is under construction. Libraries and Wi-Fi are also available throughout the digital library. Hostel and mess food is also good. Other aspects of the college are also good. All campuses have Wi-Fi. Only college students and professors use Wi-Fi.
Faculty: The college has faculty members with more than 15 years of teaching experience. Teachers not only support students academically but also encourage students to participate in extracurricular activities. The curriculum at the institute is state-of-the-art and designed to meet industry standards. Semester exams are easy and the pass rate is 69%.
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2024Read More
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Surya M
B.E. in Metallurgical Engineering - Batch of 2022
4.4
4Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
My research paradise with Angel.
Placements: Almost 95% of students were placed through campus placements; the rest were not enrolled for placement as they planned for higher education. The highest package stood at 14 LPA from Ford, while the lowest was 3 LPA from Aquagreen with a three-year bond. Most of the companies offered Graduate Engineering Trainee (GET) roles, and some were ready to offer associate-level roles. Companies like TCS, Tech Mahindra, JSW, Tekla Structure, and Nissan played a major role in our placements.
Infrastructure: The college management provides good and commendable facilities like Wi-Fi, a library, and smart classrooms, with well-experienced faculty members. You'll enjoy hostel life, although the hostel food is average; compared to other hostels, it's good for the price. There is no canteen on campus, but there are some shops outside the college.
Faculty: The curriculum is well designed, using both conventional methods to clearly understand core concepts and incorporating modern technology in our final year, where we gain industrial experience. The semester exams are at a moderate level, and the questions focus on understanding, making it easy to clear all the papers if we spend about an hour daily on our topics.
Other: The fest in the college is really awesome and serves as a stress buster for both students and faculty members. Events like the Tamil Mandram, English club function, and department functions provide special relief for students, especially for final-year students.
Reviewed on 12 Sep 2024Read More
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a year ago
To get admission in Government College of Engineering, Salem, you must pass 12th with Physics, Chemistry, and Maths. Admission is done through Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA). There is no entrance exam; TNEA ranks students based on 12th marks. First, register on the TNEA website and submit
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neha dhumal
Contributor-Level 7
Answered a year ago
Government College of Engineering, Salem has been rated 4.56 for Faculty as per the Shiksha verified reviews by students. This represents that Institute has decent, qualified and experienced faculty members.
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Atul Mishra
Beginner-Level 1
Answered a year ago
Government College of Engineering, Salem is a good institution for B.E. / B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech courses, and these programs are delivered by highly experienced faculty. Major specialisation at Government College of Engineering, Salem are Civil Engineering, Communications Engineering, Mechanical Engine
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Atul Mishra
Beginner-Level 1
Answered a year ago
The fees range for courses offerred by the Government College of Engineering, Salem is around INR 50000 - INR 200000.
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Atul Mishra
Beginner-Level 1
Answered a year ago
As per Shiksha verified reviews, Government College of Engineering, Salem has an impressive review rating of 4.2 by 119 students.
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Atul Mishra
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