Government Polytechnic Dwarahat, Almora

Uttarakhand
Fees: Approximately ₹8,000 - ₹13,000 per annum (Tuition and others), excluding hostel.
Average Package: ₹1.5 LPA - ₹1.8 LPA
Highest Package: ₹3.2 LPA - ₹4.0 LPA

About Government Polytechnic Dwarahat, Almora

Established in 1975-76, Government Polytechnic Dwarahat is a premier technical institution in the Almora district of Uttarakhand. Spread across 10 acres, it aims at rural development and providing quality technical education in engineering, pharmacy, and office management.

Admission Process

Candidates must qualify for the JEEP entrance exam. Following the results, online counseling is conducted by UBTER for seat allotment based on merit and category reservation.

Cutoffs

Varies by branch; generally higher demand for CSE and Civil branches in JEEP ranks.

Rankings & Recognition

Recognized among top government polytechnics in the Kumaon region.

Top Recruiters & Placements

Schneider Electric,Hollister India Pvt. Ltd.,Tenneco India,Titan Watch Corp,Quess Corp,L&T,Tata Motors

Scholarships

Post-Matric (SC/ST/OBC), Merit-based State Scholarships, and EWS fee waivers as per Uttarakhand Govt. norms.

Student Life & Campus

Active participation in NSS and NCC, annual sports competitions, and technical workshops in a disciplined rural campus setting.

Facilities

Boys Hostel (90 capacity),Girls Hostel (117 capacity),Library (14,000+ books),Computer Labs,Workshop (Carpentry, Painting, Fitting),Multipurpose Hall (500 capacity),Canteen,Playground,NCC & NSS Units,Ramp for Physically Disabled

Faculty Details

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission process for Diploma courses?

Admission is based on the JEEP (Joint Entrance Examination Polytechnics) conducted by UBTER.

Is the college AICTE approved?

Yes, it is approved by AICTE and affiliated with the Uttarakhand Board of Technical Education, Roorkee (UBTER).

Courses & Fees

  • Civil Engineering - ₹8,000 - ₹13,000 per year
  • Electronics Engineering - ₹8,000 - ₹13,000 per year
  • Computer Science and Engineering - ₹8,000 - ₹13,000 per year
  • Information Technology - ₹8,000 - ₹13,000 per year
  • Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharma) - ₹8,000 - ₹13,000 per year
  • Modern Office Management & Secretarial Practice (MOM&SP) - ₹8,000 - ₹13,000 per year
  • PGDCA - ₹8,000 - ₹13,000 per year

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Pros

  • Highly affordable government fee structure
  • Experienced faculty
  • Serene campus environment for focused study
  • Well-equipped workshops

Cons

  • Rural location makes commute long from major cities
  • Limited high-end corporate placements compared to urban institutes

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Notifications & Updates

  • JEEP 2026 Registration Open (March 2026)
  • Semester Exam Schedule Released (February 2026)

Location

Gauchar, Dwarahat, District: Almora, Uttarakhand, Pin-263653

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Contact Details

Phone: 05966-244227

Email: gpdwarahat@gmail.com

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