VISHWAKARMA GOVERNMENT ENGINEERING COLLEGE, CHANDKHEDA, GANDHINAGAR

Gujarat
Fees: 1500 per semester (Tuition Fee for Male Candidates)
Average Package: 4.5 LPA
Highest Package: 22 LPA

About VISHWAKARMA GOVERNMENT ENGINEERING COLLEGE, CHANDKHEDA, GANDHINAGAR

Vishwakarma Government Engineering College (VGEC), Chandkheda, is a premier government institution established by the Government of Gujarat in August 1994. Originally operating from the M.S. Building in Gandhinagar, the college moved to its sprawling new campus in Chandkheda, Ahmedabad, in 2005. The institution was founded with the objective of imparting high-quality technical education across various engineering disciplines to meet the growing industrial demands of the state. VGEC is affiliated with Gujarat Technological University (GTU) and is conveniently located adjacent to the GTU campus, fostering a rich academic environment. The college is recognized by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and is administered by the Directorate of Technical Education, Gujarat State. Spread over a vast green campus, VGEC offers 10 undergraduate (B.E.) programs and 2 postgraduate (M.E.) programs. The departments of Electrical, Instrumentation & Control, and Chemical Engineering have received accreditation from the National Board of Accreditation (NBA), underscoring the college's commitment to excellence. With a faculty strength of over 160 highly qualified professionals and a student body exceeding 4,000, VGEC serves as a hub for innovation and research. The college is a participant in the Student Startup and Innovation Policy (SSIP), providing resources and mentorship to aspiring entrepreneurs. Its strategic location near the Visat-Koba highway provides excellent connectivity for students commuting from Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar. Through decades of academic rigor, VGEC has consistently ranked among the top engineering colleges in Gujarat, producing graduates who excel in global technology firms and public sector undertakings.

Admission Process

Admission to the B.E. programs at VGEC is strictly based on merit through the Admission Committee for Professional Courses (ACPC). Candidates must have passed the 12th Standard (Science Stream) from a recognized board with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. The selection criteria involve a weightage of 50% from theory marks in PCM and 50% from the GUJCET (Gujarat Common Entrance Test) score. Candidates must register on the ACPC portal, participate in the choice-filling process, and be allotted seats based on their rank. For M.E. programs, candidates are selected based on GATE or PGCET scores.

Cutoffs

GUJCET Round 1 (General): Computer Engineering (~1405), Information Technology (~1944), E&C (~3387)

Rankings & Recognition

#126 in IIRF 2025 (Engineering), #264 in Collegedunia 2025

Top Recruiters & Placements

TCS,Reliance Industries Ltd,Einfochips,Adani Group,L&T Engineering,TatvaSoft,Bacancy Technology,Torrent Power,Simform Solutions,Maruti Suzuki

Scholarships

Supports MYSY (Mukhyamantri Yuva Swavalamban Yojana), Digital Gujarat Scholarships for SC/ST/OBC, and AICTE Pragati Scholarship for Girls.

Student Life & Campus

Vibrant campus life with numerous technical and cultural clubs including the Robotics Club, Google Developer Student Club (GDSC), and IEEE Student Branch. Annual events like 'Vishwakarma' and technical symposiums provide platforms for talent showcase.

Facilities

Well-stocked Library (26,000+ volumes),High-speed Wi-Fi Campus,Modern Laboratories,Student Startup and Innovation Policy (SSIP) Cell,NCC & NSS Units,Indoor & Outdoor Sports Facilities,Boys & Girls Hostel,Canteen,Auditorium

Faculty Details

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission process for B.E. at VGEC?

Admission is conducted by the Admission Committee for Professional Courses (ACPC) based on GUJCET or JEE Main scores and 12th Standard Science merit.

Are there any tuition fees for female students?

As per Gujarat Government norms, tuition fees are exempted for female students in government engineering colleges.

Courses & Fees

  • Computer Engineering - 1500 per semester (Boys), 0 (Girls)
  • Information Technology - 1500 per semester (Boys), 0 (Girls)
  • Electronics & Communication Engineering - 1500 per semester (Boys), 0 (Girls)
  • Mechanical Engineering - 1500 per semester (Boys), 0 (Girls)
  • Chemical Engineering - 1500 per semester (Boys), 0 (Girls)
  • Civil Engineering - 1500 per semester (Boys), 0 (Girls)
  • Electrical Engineering - 1500 per semester (Boys), 0 (Girls)
  • Instrumentation & Control Engineering - 1500 per semester (Boys), 0 (Girls)
  • Power Electronics - 1500 per semester (Boys), 0 (Girls)
  • Information and Communication Technology - 1500 per semester (Boys), 0 (Girls)
  • Chemical Engineering (Computer Aided Process Design) - 15000 per year
  • Electronics & Communication Engineering (Signal Processing) - 15000 per year

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Pros

  • Highly qualified and experienced faculty
  • Very low fee structure compared to private colleges
  • Active placement cell with top recruiters
  • Location advantage (near GTU and major highways)

Cons

  • Infrastructure in older blocks needs renovation
  • Canteen food quality varies
  • Administrative processes can be slow

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Notifications & Updates

  • GUJCET 2026 Examination Date Scheduled (2026-03-29)
  • ACPC Counseling Registration for 2026-27 (2026-05-15)

Location

Nr. Visat Three Roads, Sabarmati-Koba Highway, Chandkheda, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 382424

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Contact Details

Phone: +91 79 232 93866

Email: principal@vgecg.ac.in

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