Rungta College of Engineering & Technology

Overview

Rungta College of Engineering & Technology (RCET), Bhilai is a private engineering college established in 1999, located in Bhilai, Chhattisgarh, India. It operates under the Rungta Group of Institutions and is affiliated with Chhattisgarh Swami Vivekanand Technical University (CSVTU). The college is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and is recognized by the state government. It holds a NAAC accreditation with a ‘A’ grade (Cycle-2, 2023). Official website: https://www.rungta.ac.in/rcet.

Faculties: Engineering, Management, Applied Sciences
Popular UG Courses: B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering (4 years, regular)
PG Courses: M.Tech (various specializations), MBA (2 years, regular)
Diploma: Polytechnic diplomas in engineering fields
PhD: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-10
Mode: Full-time regular programs
Intake: Approx. 900 seats annually

Admission Modes: Entrance exams and merit-based
Accepted Exams: JEE Main for B.Tech, CSVTU Diploma lateral entry for B.Tech (Lateral), CG PET (State level entrance for postgraduate), CAT/MAT for MBA
Timeline: Applications typically open April-May; counseling June-July
Application: Online application through official portal https://rungta.ac.in/admission, with offline form submission options at campus
Steps:
1. Register on the website
2. Fill application and upload documents
3. Pay application fee online
4. Submit and download confirmation
5. Attend counseling if applicable

B.Tech: 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry; minimum 45% (general category) from recognized board
MBA: Graduation in any discipline with minimum 50% marks
M.Tech: Bachelor’s degree in respective engineering discipline with minimum 50%
Age Limit: Minimum 17 years
Documents Required: Mark sheets, caste certificates (if applicable), ID proof, passport size photographs, entrance exam scorecards

UG Tuition Fee: Approx. ₹90,000 - ₹1,20,000 per year
PG Tuition Fee: Approx. ₹1,20,000 per year
Hostel & Mess: Around ₹60,000 per annum
Scholarships: Scholarships available for SC/ST/OBC/EWS through state govt schemes; merit-based scholarships via institution; details at Scholarship Page

Hostels: Separate boys and girls hostels with Wi-Fi and 24/7 security
Mess Facilities: Hygienic multi-cuisine cafeteria
Sports: Football, cricket, badminton courts, gymnasium
Labs: State-of-the-art labs for all departments
Library: Digital and physical resources with national/international journals access
Healthcare: On-campus medical facility and tie-up with local hospitals
Transport: Bus service covering Bhilai and nearby areas
Clubs & Fests: Technical, cultural clubs, annual festivals (Rungta Utsav)

Faculty: Experienced PhD holders across departments with publications in reputed journals
Research Centres: Specialized centers for Robotics, AI, Renewable Energy
Grants & Patents: Several funded projects from AICTE and state government; patents filed in technology innovations
MoUs: Collaborations with IBM, Siemens, and local industries for research and internships

NAAC: Grade A (2023)
NIRF: Not ranked as of 2024
Other: Recognized by AICTE and ranked among reputed private colleges in Chhattisgarh by state education portals

Cut-Offs: Based on JEE Main scores and state entrance ranks; general category cut-off approx. 50-60 percentile
Seat Matrix: Published annually on official admission portal here

Nearest Airport: Swami Vivekananda Airport, Raipur (approx. 30 km)
Nearest Railway Station: Bhilai Railway Station (approx. 5 km)
Local Transit: City buses and auto-rickshaws available; college bus service from hubs

What are the eligibility criteria for B.Tech admission at RCET?: Pass 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with minimum 45% marks in general category. Entrance exams like JEE Main are accepted.
Is there hostel facility for outstation students?: Yes, separate boys and girls hostels with Wi-Fi, security, and mess facilities are available.
What scholarships are available?: State govt scholarships for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) and merit-based scholarships from the college.
How can I apply for admission?: Apply online at https://rungta.ac.in/admission, upload documents, pay fees, and attend counseling if required.
What is the placement record?: Approximately 85% placement with average CTC around ₹3.5 LPA, recruiters include TCS, Infosys, and others.
Are lateral entry admissions available?: Yes, diploma holders can seek lateral entry into second year of B.Tech via CSVTU counseling.
Does RCET have NAAC accreditation?: Yes, the institute holds NAAC ‘A’ grade as of 2023.
What is the fee structure for UG courses?: Approximate tuition fee is ₹90,000 to ₹1,20,000 per year, with additional hostel and exam fees.