Overview

Kalyani Government Engineering College (KGEC), commonly known as KGEC, is a State Government Engineering College established in 1995. It is located in Kalyani, Nadia district, West Bengal, India. The college operates from a single campus in Kalyani. KGEC is approved by the AICTE and affiliated with the Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT), West Bengal. The institution has been accredited with an NAAC grade ‘B’ as of 2021. Official website: kgec.edu.in.

Quick Facts

• Founder/Principal: Prof. Debashis De (Principal as per latest info)
• Student Count: Approximately 1500+ undergraduate and postgraduate students
• Departments/Faculty: 7 Engineering departments with around 70+ faculty members
• Contact: +91-33-2582-0653, principal@kgec.edu.in
• NAAC Grade: B (2021)
• NIRF Ranking: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-15
  Sources checked: NIRF official site, KGEC website

Courses & Programs

• Faculties: Engineering
• Popular Programs:
  • B.Tech in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Information Technology, and Production Engineering
  • M.Tech programs in select specialized streams
  • PhD aspirants supported under various departments
• Duration: UG - 4 years, PG - 2 years, PhD - variable
• Mode: Regular (full-time)
• Annual Intake: Approximately 300+ (UG & PG combined)

Admissions

• Admission Mode: Through state-level entrance examinations and merit-based counseling
• Accepted Exams: WBJEE (West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination) for B.Tech; GATE for M.Tech
• Timeline: WBJEE exam in April-May; counseling June-July; academic session begins July-August
• Admission Page: KGEC Admissions
• How to Apply:
  1. Apply online for WBJEE/GATE through official portals.
  2. Participate in state counseling after results.
  3. Report to KGEC with admission documents post seat allotment.

Eligibility

• Undergraduate: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics; minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved categories)
• Postgraduate: Relevant B.Tech degree with minimum 55% marks
• Age Limit: As per WBJEE guidelines
• Documents Required: Mark sheets, admit card, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile, photo ID, passport-sized photos

Fee & Scholarships

• Fee Range: Approx. ₹30,000–₹50,000 per annum (tuition), hostel ₹12,000–₹18,000 per annum
• Exam Fees: Included in tuition or minimal separate charge
• Scholarships:
  • West Bengal State Govt scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS students
  • Merit-cum-means scholarships available
  • Central government scholarships like Pragati and Saksham
• West Bengal Scholarship Portal

Placements

• Placement Percentage: Around 60-70% placement rate annually
• Average CTC: ₹3-5 LPA; Highest CTC up to ₹8 LPA (varies yearly)
• Top Recruiters: TCS, Wipro, Infosys, L&T, IBM, Cognizant
• Placement Cell Contact: placement@kgec.edu.in, +91-33-2582-xxxx (exact no. not publicly listed)
• Internships: Facilitated by placement cell with industry tie-ups

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: Separate for boys and girls with mess facilities
• Sports: Playground, indoor games facilities
• Labs: Well-equipped departmental labs and workshops
• Library: Centralized library with digital resources
• Healthcare: On-campus medical facilities and ambulance
• Connectivity: Campus-wide Wi-Fi, transport facility for students
• Clubs and Fests: Technical, cultural clubs; annual tech fest “INGENIUM”

Faculty & Research

• Notable Faculty: Experienced professors with PhDs; active in research and consultancy
• Research Centres: Specialized groups in Renewable Energy, Robotics, and Material Science
• Grants & Patents: Funded projects under state and central agencies; several filed patents (details not fully disclosed online)
• MoUs: Collaborations with industries and institutes such as TCS and ISI Kolkata for research and training

Rankings

• NAAC: Grade B (2021) - NAAC official
• NIRF: Not listed as of 2024-06-15
• Others (India Today, Outlook): No official published rankings available

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• WBJEE cut-offs and seat matrix updated annually on WBJEEB official site
• Category-wise cut-offs published post counseling; typically 75-90 percentile for general category
• Seat intake approx. 60 per branch; details on college official site/admission portal

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (approx. 65 km)
• Nearest Railway: Kalyani Railway Station (about 4 km from campus)
• Local Transit: State transport buses, taxis, auto-rickshaws available from Kalyani bus stand

FAQs

Q1: What is the mode of admission to KGEC?

A: Admission is primarily through WBJEE for B.Tech and GATE for M.Tech programs.

Q2: Are online applications accepted for entrance exams?

A: Yes, WBJEE and GATE applications are accepted online through their respective portals.

Q3: What are the hostel facilities available?

A: Separate hostels for boys and girls with attached mess facilities and security.

Q4: What scholarships are provided to SC/ST/OBC students?

A: Various state and central government scholarships for reserved categories are available along with merit-based ones.

Q5: What is the typical fee structure for UG courses?

A: Tuition fees range from ₹30,000 to ₹50,000 per annum; hostel fees are additional.

Q6: Does KGEC provide internship opportunities?

A: Yes, through the training and placement cell connected with several industries.

Q7: How can a student contact the placement cell?

A: Email: placement@kgec.edu.in; phone numbers are listed on the official website.

Q8: What is the reservation policy?

A: Follows West Bengal state government reservation norms for SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories.

Q9: Is there a research facility in the college?

A: Yes, various departments facilitate research and PhD programs with project funding.

Q10: How long after entrance exams does admission counseling occur?

A: Counseling usually starts 2 months post-WBJEE exam results announcement, typically in June-July.