Overview

• Official Name: Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College (GNDEC), Ludhiana
• Common Short Name: GNDEC Ludhiana
• Type: Government Engineering College, affiliated to I.K. Gujral Punjab Technical University (IKGPTU), Jalandhar
• Established: 1956
• Campus Location: Gill Road, Ludhiana, Punjab, India
• Approvals & Affiliations:
  • All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) - Approved [AICTE]
  • UGC Recognized (under Section 2(f) & 12(B)) [UGC]
  • NAAC Accredited Grade: 'A' in 2022 [NAAC]
• Official Website: https://gndec.ac.in/

Quick Facts

• Founder: Government of Punjab
• Principal: Dr. Balwinder Singh (as of 2024) [Contact]
• Student Population: Approximately 3500+ students
• Departments/Faculties: 11 departments including Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, Electronics, etc.
• Contact:
  • Phone: +91-161-2771441, 2772133
  • Email: principal@gndec.ac.in
  • Address: Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, Gill Road, Ludhiana, Punjab – 141006
• NAAC Grade: A (2022)
• Rankings: Ranked within Top 150 Engineering Institutions by NIRF 2023 [NIRF 2023]

Courses & Programs

• Faculties: Engineering (major), Management (part of a few PG courses)
• Engineering Department Popular Courses:
  • B.Tech (4 years) in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, Electronics, Production Engineering (Regular)
  • M.Tech (2 years) in specialized branches such as Structural Engineering, Thermal Engineering, VLSI, etc. (Regular)
  • PhD in Engineering disciplines
• Mode: Regular full-time on-campus programs
• Intake: Approximate combined intake around 900 seats annually, varying by branch

Admissions

• Admission Modes: Based primarily on JEE Main rank for B.Tech; State counseling via Punjab State Technical Education and Industrial Training Department; M.Tech through GATE scores and institute-specific criteria
• Entrance Exams Accepted:
  • JEE Main (for B.Tech admissions)
  • GATE (for M.Tech admissions)
  • Not applicable: NEET, CUET for this institution
• Admission Timeline:
  • B.Tech Counselling: June to July annually [Punjab Technical University / Directorate]
  • M.Tech Admissions: July to August
• Application Process:
  1. Apply online for JEE Main via NTA JEE Main Portal
  2. Participate in Punjab State centralized counseling at Official Counselling
  3. For M.Tech, apply via GATE and institute portals once admission notification is released on GNDEC Admissions Page
  4. Offline application: Not applicable; all steps online

Eligibility Criteria

• B.Tech:
  • Passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics & Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with Chemistry/Biotechnology/Biology/Technical Vocational subject
  • Minimum 45% marks in aggregate (40% for reserved categories)
  • Qualify JEE Main exam
• M.Tech:
  • B.E./B.Tech degree in relevant discipline with minimum 60% aggregate marks (55% for reserved categories)
  • Qualify GATE exam
• Documents Required:
  • JEE Main/GATE Scorecard
  • 10th & 12th Mark Sheets
  • Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • Photo ID Proof (Aadhar, PAN, Passport, etc.)
  • Passport size photographs
  • Medical fitness certificate (if required)

Fee Structure & Scholarships

• Indicative Fees (approximate):
  • B.Tech Tuition Fee: ₹1,20,000 per annum
  • Hostel Fee: ₹12,000 to ₹20,000 per annum
  • Examination Fee: ₹5,000 per annum
• Scholarships & Financial Aid:
  • State Government Scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS students through National Scholarship Portal (NSP)
  • Merit-cum-Means Scholarships offered by Punjab Govt
  • Institute-level merit scholarships for top performers (Details on official site)
  • Fee concession for differently-abled and economically weaker sections

Placements & Career Outcomes

• Placement Highlights: Over 85% placement rate for last academic year
• Average CTC: ₹5.50 LPA (varies by branch)
• Highest CTC: ₹20 LPA (software/IT sector)
• Top Recruiters: Infosys, TCS, Wipro, L&T, Tech Mahindra, IBM, Philips
• Placement Cell Contact: GNDEC Placement Cell
• Internship Support: Internship programs facilitated with industry tie-ups and mandatory projects

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: Separate boys and girls hostels with mess facilities
• Sports: Playgrounds and indoor sports facilities for cricket, football, basketball, badminton, and athletics
• Labs & Libraries: Well-equipped state-of-the-art labs and a central library with over 50,000 volumes and e-resources
• Healthcare: On-campus healthcare center with doctors available for regular consultation
• Transport: Shuttle bus services connecting main city points
• Wi-Fi: Campus-wide high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity
• Research Centres: Centre for Renewable Energy Studies, Robotics Lab, Advanced Materials Lab
• Student Clubs & Festivals: Robotics Club, Cultural Society, Tech Fest (Techfest GNDEC), Annual Sports Meet

Faculty & Research

• Notable Faculty: Prof. Anil Kumar (Head, Mechanical Engineering), Dr. Meena Kaur (Research Coordinator)
• Research Centres: Centre for Nanotechnology, Renewable Energy Research Cell
• Grants & Projects: Funded by DST, AICTE, and Punjab Government for projects on sustainable engineering and smart technologies
• MoUs: Industry collaborations with Siemens, Infosys, and Punjab State Power Corporation Limited

Rankings & Reputation

• NIRF Engineering Ranking 2023: Ranked 110th nationally [NIRF]
• NAAC Accreditation 2022: Grade A with CGPA 3.25/4.0 [NAAC]
• QS India or India Today ranking data not available on official sites as of 2024-06-10

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Results: Declared on GNDEC Examination Portal
• Seat Matrix: Available via Punjab State Technical Education Counseling portal [TEPU]
• Typical JEE Main Cut-Offs (2023, General Category): CS ~ 120-140, Mechanical ~ 90-110, Civil ~ 75-95 (approximate, varies yearly)
• Reserved Category Cut-Offs: Lower by 15-20% approximately according to category

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, Amritsar (~147 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Ludhiana Junction Railway Station (~8 km from campus)
• City Connectivity: Regular bus and taxi services from Ludhiana city center
• Local Transit: Auto-rickshaws, city buses, and app-based taxi services (Ola, Uber)

FAQs

• Q1: What is the admission process for GNDEC Ludhiana?
  Admission is based on JEE Main rank via Punjab State centralized counseling. Apply through NTA for JEE Main.
• Q2: Does GNDEC offer hostel facilities?
  Yes, the college has separate hostels for boys and girls with mess services.
• Q3: What is the fee structure for B.Tech courses?
  The approximate tuition fee is ₹1,20,000 per annum excluding hostel and other charges.
• Q4: Are scholarships available?
  Yes, various government and institute-level scholarships are available for eligible students.
• Q5: What are the placement highlights?
  Placement rate is above 85% with top recruiters like Infosys, TCS, and IBM.
• Q6: Which entrance exams are accepted for M.Tech?
  GATE is the primary entrance exam accepted for M.Tech courses.
• Q7: How do I check exam results?
  Results are published on the official examination portal: GNDEC Examination.
• Q8: Is GNDEC a government or private college?
  GNDEC is a government engineering college affiliated with I.K. Gujral Punjab Technical University.
• Q9: What is the NAAC accreditation status?
  GNDEC holds an ‘A’ grade accreditation by NAAC as of 2022.
• Q10: How can I contact the college office?
  Phone: +91-161-2771441; Email: principal@gndec.ac.in