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Rajiv Gandhi College of Engineering and Technology (RGCET) has announced that admissions for the academic year 2024-25 are now open. The college is gearing up for its upcoming event, Convocation-2023.
In an effort to enhance the employability of its students, RGCET has introduced the Mettl Employability Test. This innovative approach is assisting over 700 recruiters in identifying a candidate’s suitability for a specific job role.
Rajiv Gandhi College of Engineering and Technology, Pondicherry was established in the year 1999 by Sri Balaji Educational and Charitable Public Trust. Rajiv Gandhi College of Engineering and Technology, Pondicherry is affiliated to Pondicherry University, Puducherry. RGCET Pondicherry has been accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an ‘A’ grade and NBA accreditation.
RGCET Pondicherry offers a total of 10 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes such as B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA and MCA. RGCET B.Tech and M.Tech courses include civil, mechanical, electrical, electronics, computer science, and biotechnology. To get admission to RGCET, candidates need to meet the eligibility criteria and appear for the CENTAC counselling process. RGCET Pondicherry also provides scholarships and fee concessions to deserving and needy students.
RGCET Pondicherry has tie-ups with many reputed companies and industries that offer high-paid job opportunities to graduates. RGCET Pondicherry has all modern facilities and infrastructure, such as spacious classrooms, laboratories, a library, an auditorium, a hostel, a canteen, a sports complex, a gymnasium, and transport. RGCET Pondicherry also has a dedicated placement cell that organises campus interviews and training programmes for the students.
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RGCET Pondicherry Location
Rajiv Gandhi College of Engineering and Technology is situated in Kirumampakkam, Puducherry. The closest railway station is Pondicherry Railway Station, which is about 13.3 km from the campus and takes around 30 minutes by car. The nearest bus stop is Kirumampakkam Bus Stop, which is only 700 metres away and takes 5 minutes to walk. The campus is also accessible from Puducherry Airport, which is approximately 16.5 km away and requires 33 minutes of travel time by road.
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MCA
Recognized Bachelor's Degree of minimum 3 Yrs duration with Mathematics at 10+2 level. Obtained at least 50% (45% in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) at the qualifying Examination.
B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering
A).Candidates for admission to the first semester of the 8 semester B.Tech. degree programme should be required to have passed: Passed 10+2 examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology Obtained at least 45% marks (40% in case of candidate belonging to reserved category) in the above subjects taken together
B). For Lateral entry into the third semester of the eight-semester B.Tech Programme:
a.) Passed Diploma examination from an AICTE approved institution or DOTE approved; with at least 50% marks (45% in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) in appropriate branch of Engineering / Technology.
b.) Passed B.Sc. Degree from a recognized University as defined by UGC, with at least 50% marks (45% in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) and passed XII standard with mathematics as a subject.
c.) Provided that in case of students belonging to B. Sc. Stream, shall clear the subjects of Engineering Graphics / Engineering Drawing and Engineering Mechanics of the first year engineering program along with the second year subjects.
d.) Provided further that, the students belonging to B. Sc. Stream shall be considered only after filling the supernumerary seats in this category with students belonging to the Diploma stream.
e.) Provided further that students, who have passed Diploma in Engineering & Technology from an AICTE approved institution or B. Sc Degree from a recognized University as defined by UGC, shall also be eligible for admission to the first year Engineering Degree courses subject to vacancies in the first year class in case the vacancies at lateral entry are exhausted.
B.Tech Information Technology
A).Candidates for admission to the first semester of the 8 semester B.Tech. degree programme should be required to have passed: Passed 10+2 examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology Obtained at least 45% marks (40% in case of candidate belonging to reserved category) in the above subjects taken together
B). For Lateral entry into the third semester of the eight-semester B.Tech Programme:
a.) Passed Diploma examination from an AICTE approved institution or DOTE approved; with at least 50% marks (45% in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) in appropriate branch of Engineering / Technology.
b.) Passed B.Sc. Degree from a recognized University as defined by UGC, with at least 50% marks (45% in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) and passed XII standard with mathematics as a subject.
c.) Provided that in case of students belonging to B. Sc. Stream, shall clear the subjects of Engineering Graphics / Engineering Drawing and Engineering Mechanics of the first year engineering program along with the second year subjects.
d.) Provided further that, the students belonging to B. Sc. Stream shall be considered only after filling the supernumerary seats in this category with students belonging to the Diploma stream.
e.) Provided further that students, who have passed Diploma in Engineering & Technology from an AICTE approved institution or B. Sc Degree from a recognized University as defined by UGC, shall also be eligible for admission to the first year Engineering Degree courses subject to vacancies in the first year class in case the vacancies at lateral entry are exhausted.
B.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering
A).Candidates for admission to the first semester of the 8 semester B.Tech. degree programme should be required to have passed: Passed 10+2 examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology Obtained at least 45% marks (40% in case of candidate belonging to reserved category) in the above subjects taken together
B). For Lateral entry into the third semester aof the eight-semester B.Tech Programme:
a.) Passed Diploma examination from an AICTE approved institution or DOTE approved; with at least 50% marks (45% in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) in appropriate branch of Engineering / Technology.
b.) Passed B.Sc. Degree from a recognized University as defined by UGC, with at least 50% marks (45% in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) and passed XII standard with mathematics as a subject.
c.) Provided that in case of students belonging to B. Sc. Stream, shall clear the subjects of Engineering Graphics / Engineering Drawing and Engineering Mechanics of the first year engineering program along with the second year subjects.
d.) Provided further that, the students belonging to B. Sc. Stream shall be considered only after filling the supernumerary seats in this category with students belonging to the Diploma stream.
e.) Provided further that students, who have passed Diploma in Engineering & Technology from an AICTE approved institution or B. Sc Degree from a recognized University as defined by UGC, shall also be eligible for admission to the first year Engineering Degree courses subject to vacancies in the first year class in case the vacancies at lateral entry are exhausted.
B.Tech Biomedical Engineering
A).Candidates for admission to the first semester of the 8 semester B.Tech. degree programme should be required to have passed: Passed 10+2 examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology Obtained at least 45% marks (40% in case of candidate belonging to reserved category) in the above subjects taken together
B). For Lateral entry into the third semester of the eight-semester B.Tech Programme:
a.) Passed Diploma examination from an AICTE approved institution or DOTE approved; with at least 50% marks (45% in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) in appropriate branch of Engineering / Technology.
b.) Passed B.Sc. Degree from a recognized University as defined by UGC, with at least 50% marks (45% in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) and passed XII standard with mathematics as a subject.
c.) Provided that in case of students belonging to B. Sc. Stream, shall clear the subjects of Engineering Graphics / Engineering Drawing and Engineering Mechanics of the first year engineering program along with the second year subjects.
d.) Provided further that, the students belonging to B. Sc. Stream shall be considered only after filling the supernumerary seats in this category with students belonging to the Diploma stream.
e.) Provided further that students, who have passed Diploma in Engineering & Technology from an AICTE approved institution or B. Sc Degree from a recognized University as defined by UGC, shall also be eligible for admission to the first year Engineering Degree courses subject to vacancies in the first year class in case the vacancies at lateral entry are exhausted.
M.Tech Computer Science and Engineering
Passed Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in the relevant field. Obtained at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) in the qualifying Examination.
M.Tech Wireless Communication
Passed Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in the relevant field. Obtained at least 50% marks (45% marks in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) in the qualifying Examination.
B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
A).Candidates for admission to the first semester of the 8 semester B.Tech. degree programme should be required to have passed: Passed 10+2 examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology Obtained at least 45% marks (40% in case of candidate belonging to reserved category) in the above subjects taken together
B). For Lateral entry into the third semester aof the eight-semester B.Tech Programme:
a.) Passed Diploma examination from an AICTE approved institution or DOTE approved; with at least 50% marks (45% in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) in appropriate branch of Engineering / Technology.
b.) Passed B.Sc. Degree from a recognized University as defined by UGC, with at least 50% marks (45% in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) and passed XII standard with mathematics as a subject.
c.) Provided that in case of students belonging to B. Sc. Stream, shall clear the subjects of Engineering Graphics / Engineering Drawing and Engineering Mechanics of the first year engineering program along with the second year subjects.
d.) Provided further that, the students belonging to B. Sc. Stream shall be considered only after filling the supernumerary seats in this category with students belonging to the Diploma stream.
e.) Provided further that students, who have passed Diploma in Engineering & Technology from an AICTE approved institution or B. Sc Degree from a recognized University as defined by UGC, shall also be eligible for admission to the first year Engineering Degree courses subject to vacancies in the first year class in case the vacancies at lateral entry are exhausted.
MBA
Recognized Bachelor's Degree of minimum 3 Yrs duration Obtained at least 50% (45% in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) at the qualifying Examination.
Rajiv Gandhi College of Engineering and Technology, Pondy-Cuddalore Main Road, Kirumambakka-607403, Pondicherry, India
Phone: 0413-2615309 , 0413-2615308
Email: [email protected],
Website: http://www.rgcet.edu.in/