M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering colleges in Gandhinagar

Yes, non-GATE candidates must appear for the institute level entrance test. However, all candidates are required to appear for the PI round for final selection. In addition to this, BTech graduates from the IITs with CGPA/ CPI of 8.0 or above (on a scale of 10) are eligible to get admission to M.Tech at IIT Gandhinagar without GATE. Other than GATE or the criteria state above, candidates are required to be a pass in BE/ BTech/ MSc or equivalent in appropriate branches with a minimum of 55% aggregate or 5.5 on a 10-point scale (50% aggregate for SC /ST). 

Candidates who have complete a bachelor's degree with at least 50% aggregate or CPI/ CGPA of 5.5 in 10 point scale in the qualifying degree in relevant subjects can apply for SOT PDEU M.Tech course. The subject requirement varies specialisation-wise for M.Tech programme. Aspirants applying for M.Tech must hold the documents proving their eligibility for verification at later stages of admission. 

IBM, TCS, einfochips, ITC Ltd., ICICI, Torrent Power Limited etc.. are some of the top recruiters of the Gandhinagar University. The the highest salary during Gandhinagar University placements 2025 was INR 65 lakhs.

Nirma University's total tuition fee for the MTech courses ranges from INR 2.8 lakh to INR 5.9 lakh. Moreover, the one-time payment is INR 11,000 and can be part of the overall fee structure, which includes tuition fees, hostel fees, and other expenses. Candidates can look at the following Nirma University M.Tech fee structure:

Fee components	Amount (for 2 years)
Total Tuition	INR 2.8 lakh - INR 5.9 lakh.
Hostel	INR 2.6 lakh
One-time Payment	INR 11,000
Other Fees	INR 6,500
Total fee	INR 5.58 lakh

Yes, direct admissions through management quota are also available at Parul University. The university generally considers national/ state-level or in-house tests. However, certain percentage of total intake is reserved under the management quota. Parul University direct admissions usually bypass the standard selection process (entrance tests/ interview/ academic merit). But the fees can be higher compared to merit or entrance-based admissions. To know about the fees and admission process through the management quota, students are advised to connect with the Parul University admission desk.

L D College of Engineering offers median package range of (aprx)INR 562,697 during in-campus placements. It has a decent placement assistance program as well. Additionally, it has been rated 4.2 on placements as per Shiksha verified reviews by students.

Indus University applications are open for all courses. The university has not released any schedule yet. Candidates can apply for the preferred course on the university's website. Aspirants must also pay the application fees to apply.

NIT Surat can be expensive for some students as the total tuition fee for BTech course is INR 5 Lakh. The university offers scholarships to those under financial strain. The availability of the scholarships matter on academic performance of the candidate, financial need, and community service done by the student. A few scholarships are also provided on the basis of reservation for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes.