Overview

• Official Name: G H Patel College of Engineering & Technology
• Common Short Names: G H Patel CET, GHCET Vallabh Vidyanagar
• Type: Affiliated College under Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Technological University (SVIT), State Government aided engineering college
• Year Established: 1996
• Campus Location: Vallabh Vidyanagar, Anand, Gujarat, India
• Approvals & Affiliations: Approved by AICTE (aicte-india.org), affiliated to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Technological University (SVIT) (svnit.ac.in), recognized by UGC (ugc.ac.in), NAAC Accredited with Grade 'A' in 2018 (naac.gov.in)
• Official Website: https://ghpcet.ac.in

Quick Facts

• Founder: Late Shri Gordhanbhai Patel
• Principal: Dr. Bharat Joshi (as per latest available info)
• Student Population: Approximately 3500+ students
• Departments/Faculties: 9 major departments including Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, Electronics & Communication Engineering
• Contact:
  • Phone: +91-2692-231204
  • Email: info@ghpcet.ac.in
  • Address: G H Patel College of Engineering & Technology, Vallabh Vidyanagar, Anand - 388120, Gujarat, India
• NAAC Grade: A (Cycle 2, 2018)
• Rankings: Not listed in recent NIRF rankings (MoE 2023)

Courses & Programs

• Faculty: Engineering
  • Popular UG Courses: B.Tech in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering (4 years, Regular)
  • Popular PG Courses: M.Tech in Thermal Engineering, Computer Aided Design, Power Systems, VLSI Design, Structural Engineering (2 years, Regular)
  • PhD: Offered in selected engineering disciplines
  • Mode: Regular, Full-time
  • Intake: Approx. 60-120 seats per discipline annually
• No courses offered in Management, Medical, Law, Pharmacy, Arts, Science, Commerce, Education faculties as per official sources.

Admissions

• Admission Modes: State-level entrance (GUJCET), National entrance (JEE Main) for B.Tech; GATE for M.Tech admissions
• Accepted Entrance Exams:
  • B.Tech: JEE Main, GUJCET
  • M.Tech: GATE, and through institute’s own counseling
• Admission Timeline:
  • Application Opens: May-June (annually)
  • Entrance Exams: JEE Main (January/April), GUJCET (May), GATE (February)
  • Counseling/Seat Allotment: June-July
  Official admissions details: GHCET Admissions
• Application Process:
  1. Visit the official admission portal: https://ghpcet.ac.in/admissions.php
  2. Register and fill the application form online by entering details and uploading required documents
  3. Pay application fees via online payment modes
  4. Submit the form and download acknowledgment receipt
  5. Appear for required entrance exams
  6. Participate in counseling and seat allotment based on merit and category
  7. Offline application not applicable as per latest info

Eligibility Criteria

• B.Tech Eligibility:
  • 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
  • Minimum 45% aggregate marks (40% for reserved categories)
  • Valid score in JEE Main or GUJCET
• M.Tech Eligibility:
  • B.Tech/ BE degree from recognized university
  • Valid GATE score or institute entrance test
• Documents Required:
  • 10th and 12th Mark Sheets
  • Entrance Exam Scorecard
  • Transfer Certificate
  • Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • Passport-size photographs
  • Identity proof (Aadhar/PAN/Passport)

Fee Structure & Scholarships

• Indicative Fees (2023-24):
  • B.Tech Tuition Fee: Approx. ₹ 70,000 - ₹ 90,000 per year
  • M.Tech Tuition Fee: Approx. ₹ 50,000 - ₹ 70,000 per year
  • Hostel Fees (optional): ₹ 30,000 - ₹ 50,000 per year
  • Examination Fee: As per university norms
• Scholarships & Financial Aid:
  • State Government Scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories (scholarships.gov.in)
  • Institute Merit-Based Scholarships & Fee Waivers (contact institute for details)
  • Central Government Scholarships such as INSPIRE, etc.

Placements & Career Outcomes

• Placement Percentage: Typically around 70-80%
• Average CTC: ₹ 3.5 - 4.5 LPA (approximate as per recent years)
• Highest CTC: ₹ 9 LPA (on-campus)
• Top Recruiters: L&T, Tata Motors, Reliance, TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Adani Group
• Placement Cell Contact: Placement Cell, Phone: +91-2692-231204 ext. (Placement Dept.)
• Internship Support: Regular industry tie-ups for summer internships and live projects

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: Separate hostels for boys and girls with mess facilities
• Sports: Grounds and equipment for cricket, basketball, volleyball, table tennis, athletics
• Labs: State-of-the-art computer, civil, mechanical, electronics labs
• Library: Well-stocked central library with digital and physical resources
• Healthcare: On-campus medical facilities and tie-ups with local hospitals
• Transport: Bus service connecting Vallabh Vidyanagar and nearby towns
• Wi-Fi & Internet: Campus-wide high-speed Wi-Fi
• Research Centres: R&D in CAD/CAM, VLSI, Thermal Engineering
• Student Clubs & Festivals: Technical clubs, cultural societies, annual fest ‘Technovarsha’

Faculty & Research

• Notable Faculty: Experienced professors with PhDs from reputed institutions; Dr. Bharat Joshi (Principal)
• Research Centres: CAD/CAM Research Lab, Power Systems Lab
• Research Grants: Projects sponsored by DST, AICTE under various schemes
• Patents/MoUs: MoUs with leading industries and academic institutions for research collaboration (details available on request via website)

Rankings & Reputation

• NAAC Accreditation: Grade A, Cycle 2 (2018) (NAAC Report)
• NIRF: Not ranked in NIRF 2023 (nirfindia.gov.in)
• Others: Consistently recognized as a top engineering college in Gujarat by local educational surveys

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Result Publication: Semester and examination results published on official website result portal: GHCET Results
• Seat Matrix: Approx. 540 seats annually across B.Tech programs, details at: Seat Matrix
• Typical Cut-Offs:
  • GUJCET General Category: 80-85 percentile range
  • JEE Main General Category: 75+ percentile for popular branches
  • Category-wise relaxation as per state norms

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad (approx. 70 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Anand Railway Station (approx. 15 km), connected via Vadodara and Ahmedabad
• City Connectivity: Frequent state transport and private buses to Vallabh Vidyanagar from Anand and nearby cities
• Local Transit: Auto-rickshaws, shared cabs, and buses for local commute within Vallabh Vidyanagar

FAQs

1. Q: What is the official admission process for B.Tech courses?
   A: Admissions are through JEE Main or GUJCET with counseling conducted by Admission Committee for Professional Courses (ACPC). Application is online via the institute and ACPC portals.
2. Q: Does G H Patel CET provide hostel facilities?
   A: Yes, the college has separate hostels for boys and girls with mess facilities.
3. Q: What is the approximate fee for a B.Tech program?
   A: Around ₹70,000 to ₹90,000 per year for tuition, excluding hostel and other fees.
4. Q: Are scholarships available?
   A: Scholarships are available from state and central governments for reserved categories, and institute merit-based scholarships.
5. Q: Which courses are offered at postgraduate level?
   A: M.Tech programs in Thermal Engineering, CAD, Power Systems, Structural Engineering, and VLSI Design.
6. Q: Does the college have a placement cell?
   A: Yes, with active placement support including internships and campus recruitments.
7. Q: How can I check my exam results?
   A: Results are published on the official site under the Results section: https://ghpcet.ac.in/results.php
8. Q: Is G H Patel CET NAAC accredited?
   A: Yes, it holds NAAC Grade A accreditation as of 2018.
9. Q: Are there research opportunities for students?
   A: Yes, students can participate in projects under research labs and MoUs with industries.
10. Q: What is the typical intake per engineering branch?
    A: Intake varies between 60 to 120 seats per branch per year.