GOVERNMENT COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, KALAHANDI, BHAWANIPATNA, Odisha

Odisha
Fees: B.Tech: ₹39,400 (1st yr), ₹27,400 (subsequent yrs); M.Tech: ₹34,900 (1st yr)
Average Package: ₹4.5 LPA
Highest Package: ₹13 LPA - ₹18 LPA

About GOVERNMENT COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, KALAHANDI, BHAWANIPATNA, Odisha

Government College of Engineering, Kalahandi (GCEK) was established in 2009 by the Government of Odisha. It is a premier technical institution located in Bhawanipatna, spread over a 30-acre campus. It serves as a hub for engineering education in Western Odisha, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs with a focus on academic excellence and research.

Admission Process

Admission to B.Tech is strictly through the JEE Main rank followed by OJEE Counseling. For M.Tech, candidates must qualify for OJEE PG or have a valid GATE score. 5% seats are reserved for Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme candidates.

Cutoffs

OJEE Closing Ranks (General): CSE: ~350,000; Civil: ~1,500,000; EE: ~1,500,000; ME: ~1,500,000

Rankings & Recognition

Ranked among top government engineering colleges in Odisha by various state surveys.

Top Recruiters & Placements

TCS,Wipro,Infosys,Tech Mahindra,Cognizant,Accenture,Tata Power,Vedanta,Adani Group,Mindtree

Scholarships

Prerana Scholarship (ST/SC/OBC), e-Medhabruti, Kalia Scholarship, Sitaram Jindal Foundation, and Post-Matric Scholarship for Disabilities.

Student Life & Campus

Life at GCEK is characterized by a mix of academic rigor and cultural events like 'AURA' (annual fest). Various clubs including Robotics, Music, and Sports are active.

Facilities

Central Library,Computer Center with 20 Mbps Internet,Boys Hostel (Visvesvaraya & APJ Hall),Girls Hostel (Mother Teresa Hall),Central Workshop,Student Activity Center,Canteen,Guest House,Language Lab,Gymnasium

Faculty Details

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the entrance exams accepted for B.Tech admission?

Admission is based on JEE Main scores followed by OJEE (Odisha Joint Entrance Examination) counseling.

Is GCEK an autonomous college?

Yes, it has been an autonomous institute since January 2021.

Courses & Fees

  • Computer Science and Engineering - ₹39,400 (1st Year)
  • Electrical Engineering - ₹39,400 (1st Year)
  • Mechanical Engineering - ₹39,400 (1st Year)
  • Civil Engineering - ₹39,400 (1st Year)
  • Electrical Engineering (Power Systems) - ₹34,900 (1st Year)
  • Mechanical Engineering (Thermal Engineering) - ₹34,900 (1st Year)

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Pros

  • Affordable government fee structure
  • Highly qualified PhD faculty
  • Lush green 30-acre campus
  • Strong performance in CSE placements

Cons

  • Remote location away from major cities
  • Limited core-sector campus placements
  • Outdated curriculum (per student feedback)
  • Subpar hostel food quality

Notifications & Updates

  • Registration for Even Semester (2nd/4th/6th/8th) 2025-26 (2026-02-11)
  • Notice regarding even semester regular/back registration (2026-03-10)

Location

At: Bandopala, P.O: Risigaon, Bhawanipatna, Dist: Kalahandi, Pin: 766003, Odisha, India

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Contact Details

Phone: 06670-299991

Email: principal@gcekbpatna.ac.in

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