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Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology - [GCECT]

73, Abinash Chandra Banerjee Lane, India • 7000104.1(65)
VerifiedPublic (Autonomous)Estd. 1941MAKAUT, NadiaAICTENBA
Founded
1941
Type
Public (Autonomous)
Affiliation
MAKAUT, Nadia
Highest Package
₹7.5 LPA
Average Package
₹3.0 LPA

About Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology - [GCECT]

Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology (GCECT) is an autonomous institute founded in 1941. It is affiliated to the Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology and accredited with an ‘A’ grade by NAAC. The college offers B.Tech, B.Tech Lateral at the UG level, and M. Tech at the PG level. The placement cell aims to provide 100% recruitment of students in renowned companies.

Read more: GCECT Kolkata Reviews

GCECT Kolkata Highlights

Established in 1941
Institution Type  Government
Affiliated to  Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad University of Technology
Accreditation NBA, NAAC
Approval  AICTE
Courses Offered  UG & PG
Basic admission criteria Merit & Entrance based
Entrance Exams  WBJEE, JELET, GATE
Application Mode  Online
Official Website http://gcect.ac.in/

GCECT Kolkata Courses

The academic program of Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology consists of B.Tech and M.Tech in different specializations, and also offers guidance and facilities for Ph.D. (Ceramic Tech & Information Tech). The following details of each course are mentioned below:

Courses Specializations Details
B.Tech  Ceramic Technology, Information Technology, Computer Science & Engineering 
  • Eligibility: 45% marks in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
  • Duration: 4 years
B.Tech(Lateral Entry) Ceramic Technology, Information Technology, Computer Science & Engineering
  • Eligibility: Diploma Engineering in relevant discipline
  • Duration: 3 years
M.Tech Ceramic Technology, Information Technology
  • Eligibility: B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline.
  • Duration: 2 years

GCECT Kolkata Cutoff 2024 

GCECT Kolkata WBJEE Cutoff 2024 is out. GCECT, WBJEE Cutoff 2024 for General Category is listed below. The overall cutoff rank for WBJEE is 3011 - 8777. 

Courses Round 1 Round 2 Round 3
B.Tech Computer Science Engineering 3011 3306 3165
B.Tech Information Technology 4477 4758 4749
B.Tech Ceramic Technology 8777 11827 8139

GCECT Kolkata Admission

Admission to the B.Tech program is based on the candidate’s performance in WBJEE which is conducted by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination Board. To get admission to B.Tech Lateral, the candidates have to appear in JELET

For admission, the candidates need to have a valid score in GATE. Apart from GATE rank, the direct admission of eligible candidates are also granted by the college

Application Procedure:

  • Visit the website of the Institute for an online application.
  • Candidates can also collect the form from the college campus
  • Fill up the form
  • Pay an Application Fee of Rs. 500 in the college’s accounts office.
  • Submit the form with other documents

Read more:  GCECT Kolkata Admission

GCECT Kolkata Placement

The placement cell of the college organizes placement drives in every closing year of B.Tech. The training and placement cell is managed by the institutes' senior faculty and the team of departmental faculty members working altogether for bridging the gap between the industry and skills of the students. 

In the last placement session 2024, the institute witnessed the B.Tech students from Ceramic Technology getting the highest salary package of about INR.7.5 lakh and an average salary of INR.3.00 lakh.

The companies visited the college campus for placement 2024 includes:

  • TRL –Krosaki
  • Capgemini
  • OCL India
  • Infosys
  • IFGL
  • Tech Mahindra
  • L&T Infotech
  • TCS
  • HCL Tech
  • Glossymob IT Pvt Ltd.
  • Kajaria
  • Amazon
  • IBM

Read more:  GCECT Kolkata Placement

GCECT Kolkata Facilities

  • Accommodation: The college offers a hostel facility for boys as well as faculty members staying far-off their hometown. 
  • Classrooms: The classrooms in the college are very spacious and well-equipped. Also, have an internet facility for non-interrupting learning of the students.
  • Library: The College has a modern reading room facility with an e-corner for online access to e-journals, e-books, and other documents. Also, the college organizes a book exhibition once a year.
  • Auditorium: A modern auditorium that witnesses many conferences, workshops, seminars organized by the student community. 
  • Conference room: There is a conference room which is air-conditioned and spacious for conducting seminars, workshops, and other programs.

Read more:  GCECT Kolkata Hostel

GCECT Kolkata FAQs

Ques. How are the Faculties of the GCECT Kolkata?

Ans. The college consists of 35% of faculty members who are Doctorate Degree Holders and the rest are highly qualified and experienced postgraduates. Some of the faculties are pursuing their Ph. D. The faculties here have made a big contribution to more than 100 research papers and presentations in Indian and International journals. 

Ques. Does GCECT Kolkata provide sports facilities to the students?

Ans. Every year, the Students’ Welfare Association of the college organizes Annual Sports Meet which includes soccer, volleyball, cricket, badminton, table tennis, etc. 

Ques. How are the accommodation facilities at GCECT Kolkata?

Ans. The hostels are well maintained and hygienic. The bathrooms and toilets are neat and clean. Hostel rooms are spacious and have proper ventilation. An air conditioning facility is also available but may charge extra

Ques. Are any cultural activities organized in GCECT Kolkata?

Ans. The cultural festival “JAGRITI” and the technical festival “KARMAREK” is organized in the college every year. Also, there are many cultural events such as Independence Day, Teacher’s Day, Saraswati Puja, Fresher’s welcome, etc are celebrated throughout the year. 

Ques. What is the highest salary offered to the students of GCECT Kolkata?

Ans. In the year 2024, the B.Tech students of Ceramic Technology are offered the highest salary of INR 7.5 Lakh and the average salary offered is INR 3 Lakh. And, the B.Tech students of IT and CSE Departments are offered the highest salary of INR 4.50 Lakh whereas the average salary offered is INR 3 Lakh.

Courses & Fees

Explore Courses

Compare fees, eligibility, duration, exams, and specializations in a compact view.

Courses
4
Lowest Fee
N/A
Highest Fee
N/A
Streams
1
Engineering
Admission
Date for Online Application with Fees Payment for Admission via WBJEE 2025 [B.Tech]
Start: 22 Jan 2025
Last Date: 23 Feb 2025
Cutoff
Value: 3011
Exam: WBJEE
Year: 2024
Ranking
Rank: #114
Agency: IIRF
Category: Engineering
Accepted Exams
WBJEE2025
27 Apr 25
JELET2025
15 Jun 25
Specializations
3 available
Computer Science and Engineering
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Computer Science and Engineering)
1st Year Fee
₹17,950
Total Fee
₹53,950
Cutoff
3011(WBJEE)
Information Technology
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Information Technology)
1st Year Fee
₹29,950
Total Fee
₹1,01,950
Cutoff
4477(WBJEE)
Ceramic Technology
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Ceramic Technology)
1st Year Fee
₹11,450
Total Fee
₹29,450
Cutoff
8777(WBJEE)
Admission
Date for Online Application with Fees Payment for Admission via WBJEE 2025 [B.Tech]
Start: 22 Jan 2025
Last Date: 23 Feb 2025
Cutoff
Value: 198
Exam: JELET
Year: 2024
Ranking
Rank: #114
Agency: IIRF
Category: Engineering
Accepted Exams
WBJEE2025
27 Apr 25
JELET2025
15 Jun 25
Specializations
3 available
Computer Science & Engineering
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] {Lateral} (Computer Science & Engineering)
1st Year Fee
₹17,950
Total Fee
₹41,950
Cutoff
198(JELET)
Ceramic Technology
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] {Lateral} (Ceramic Technology)
1st Year Fee
₹17,950
Total Fee
₹41,950
Cutoff
319(JELET)
Information Technology
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] {Lateral} (Information Technology)
1st Year Fee
₹30,950
Total Fee
₹78,950
Cutoff
270(JELET)
Admission
N/A
Start: N/A
Last Date: N/A
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: #114
Agency: IIRF
Category: Engineering
Specializations
2 available
Information Technology
Master of Technology [M.Tech] (Information Technology)
1st Year Fee
₹36,000
Total Fee
₹72,000
Cutoff
N/A
Ceramic Technology
Master of Technology [M.Tech] (Ceramic Technology)
1st Year Fee
₹18,000
Total Fee
₹36,000
Cutoff
N/A
Admission
N/A
Start: N/A
Last Date: N/A
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: #114
Agency: IIRF
Category: Engineering
Specializations
2 available
Information Technology
Ph.D. (Information Technology)
1st Year Fee
N/A
Total Fee
N/A
Cutoff
N/A
Ceramic Technology
Ph.D. (Ceramic Technology)
1st Year Fee
N/A
Total Fee
N/A
Cutoff
N/A

Admission Process

Admission to Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology - [GCECT] is based on various entrance exams and merit. The college offers multiple courses with different admission criteria.

Accepted Entrance Exams

WBJEEJELET
Placements & Recruiters

Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology - [GCECT] Placement Details

Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology - [GCECT] in Kolkata, West Bengal, India placement details include salary insights, top recruiters, and hiring trends to help students understand career outcomes and campus opportunities.

Students usually compare highest package, average package, and recruiter profile before applying. This section gives a compact overview of career outcomes and placement visibility in Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

Recruiters
16
Salary Metrics
2/2
Placement Metric

Highest Package

₹7,50,000

Represents the top salary package reported in the available placement information.

Placement Metric

Average Package

₹3,00,000

Shows the typical package range students may expect based on the available average salary data.

Top Recruiters

Leading companies associated with the college’s placement ecosystem.

Showing 16 recruiters
  • Amazon
  • Cognizant
  • IBM
  • Infosys
  • SAP
  • Wipro
  • Accenture
  • TCS
  • Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL)
  • Carborundum Universal Limited
  • InfoTech
  • Steel Authority of India Ltd.
  • Syntel
  • Tech Mahindra
  • L&T Ltd.
  • Kajaria Tiles
Campus Facilities

Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology - [GCECT] Facilities

Government College of Engineering and Ceramic Technology - [GCECT] in Kolkata, West Bengal, India offers campus facilities such as library, hostel, laboratories, sports, transport, cafeteria, medical support, Wi-Fi, and more for a better student experience.

Students often look for practical campus amenities before applying. This section gives a quick overview of the key facilities available for academics, student life, daily comfort, and overall campus experience in Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

Total Facilities
9
Academic Support
3
Student Life
6
  • Comp Labs
    Academic

    Comp Labs

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Sports
    Campus Life

    Sports

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Gym
    Campus Life

    Gym

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Medical
    Student Life

    Medical

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Cafeteria
    Student Life

    Cafeteria

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Laboratory
    Academic

    Laboratory

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Library
    Academic

    Library

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Auditorium
    Campus Life

    Auditorium

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Hostel
    Student Life

    Hostel

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

Faculty

Prof. Binay K. Dutta

Chairman

Dr. Saikat Maitra

Professor,Department of Ceramic Technology

Qualification: B.Tech., M.Tech., Ph.D.

Mr. Rituparno Sen

Head & Associate Professor, Department of Ceramic Technology

Qualification: B.Tech., M.Tech.

Dr. Mausumi Maitra

Head & Associate Professor, Department of Information Technology

Qualification: B.Sc., B.Tech., M.Tech., Ph.D.

Mrs. Kalpana Saha

Head & Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science

Qualification: BSc., B.Tech., M.E.

Dr. Krishnendu Dutta

Assistant Professor & Head, Department of Computer Science & Engineering

Qualification: B.Sc., Ph.D.

Dr. Kalpana Saha

Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science & Engineering

Qualification: B.A., M.E.

Contact Information

73, Abinash Chandra Banerjee Lane<br> India

Pincode: 700010

033-23701263

23633674

23633675

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