Galgotias College of Engineering & Technology (GCET)

Overview:

Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology (GCET), Greater Noida was established in the year 2000 and is managed by Smt. Shakuntla Educational and Welfare Society. It is a part of the renowned Galgotias Educational Institutions (GEI). The institute is approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) as well as the Government of Uttar Pradesh. The college has its courses accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). The institute was ranked #192 overall in the country on the NIRF Engineering Colleges Rankings, Ministry of HRD, Govt. of India, 2022.  It is permanently affiliated to Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (AKTU) and its campus is spread over 18 acres of land.

Ownership - Private

Genders accepted - Co-Ed

About GCET

Galgotias Educational Institutions (GEI), which included Galgotias Institute of Management & Technology (GIMT) and Galgotias College of Engineering & Technology (GCET) was founded by Smt. Shakuntala Educational and Welfare Society. The Galgotias Institute of Management & Technology and Galgotias College of Engineering & Technology are affiliated with Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow, previously Uttar Pradesh Technical University. Galgotias College of Engineering & Technology, founded in 2000, combines theoretical and practical knowledge to foster all-round professional competency. Galgotias College of Engineering & Technology has established a unique position in UP, the NCR region, and the country as a whole by breaking new ground in creating professionals of national and worldwide renown, and has been named one of the top engineering colleges in the country imparting high quality education.

The 19-acre campus is located on an 8-lane motorway that connects Greater Noida, Noida, and New Delhi. It is really self-contained, with big and beautifully designed academic buildings, separate, totally safe and comfortable hostels for boys and girls, seminar and conference halls, indoor and outdoor games facilities, and a multi-cuisine café. Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University ranks Galgotias College of Engineering & Technology among the top in professional education (Formerly U.P. Technical University). It has attained top rankings in the MBA, MCA, and BTech finals and has a 100% placement record with the best corporate firms. It has also been named one of India's best engineering colleges by the DATAQUEST NASSCOM poll and the OUTLOOK-C Fore College Survey.

Galgotias Educational Institutions (GEI) have been inculcating practical skills and creating ‘Global Professionals’ for more than 15 years. Their institutions include:

• Galgotias College of Engineering & Technology

• Galgotias Institute of Management and Technology

• Galgotias University

• Galgotias College of Pharmacy

Scholarships

Scholarships subject to the central and state government as well as college rules. The institute provides scholarships based on a sports quota. There are two ways to gain admission:

• Direct Admission without Sports Trials: Those who have represented India in national or international games are eligible for the scholarship.
• Admission with Sports Trials: Students who have not represented India in national or international competitions must go through sports trials in order to be admitted.

Entrance Exams

• Uttar Pradesh Combined Entrance Test (UPCET)
• Common Admission Test (CAT)
• Management Aptitude Test (MAT)
• Uttar Pradesh State Entrance Examination for MBA (UPSEE MBA)
• Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main

Why to get admission in GCET?

Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology (GCET) is one of the top engineering college in Greater Noida and Uttar Pradesh. Below are the reasons to choose GCET as the college of your choice:

Range of Courses – GCET has a variety of courses for students to choose from. Students can apply online admission in Galgotia College of Engineering and Technology. Here are all the courses offered by the institute:

• BTech in Civil Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE), Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE), Computer Science & Engineering (CSE), Mechanical Engineering (MECH), Computer Science and Engineering
• MBA in Finance, Marketing, Human Resource, Information Technology, International Business, Operations
• Master of Computer Applications (MCA)

Placement - The placement cell trains students for careers in business. It invites a variety of recruiters to campus for campus placements. The institute prepares them through field research, corporate contact, and faculty-supervised corporate internship programmes.

The following are the GCET placement statistics for 2020-21:

• Total number of recruiters visited: 200+
• INR 12.40 LPA is the highest salary package offered INR 3.86 LPA is the average salary package.
• 100% placement rate
• 5000+ selections completed
• ACPL System, Addverb Technologies, Accenture, Cognizant, TCS, Wipro, DXC Technology, Mindtree, and many more are among the institute's top recruiters.

Infrastructure –

• In terms of facilities, GGCET as a college has a lot to offer. The college has computer labs, a well-stocked library, an on-campus dormitories for both boys and girls, and sports facilities. Galgotias' computer laboratories provide a wealth of resources for pupils. They were designed to offer students with constant internet access. The computers are technologically advanced. Not only that, but the college library has both print and technological resources to assist students in their learning.
• Students are equipped with labs that can assist them in completing a variety of research-based activities. Galgotias' tutorial room offers students amenities such as projectors, LCD screens, Wi-Fi, and more. The campus also has separate hostels for male and female students with all necessary amenities and luxury.
• On campus, there are excellent indoor and outdoor facilities for arranging regular sports team training, intercollegiate contests, and recreational activities. Galgotias has football, cricket, badminton, volleyball, athletics, and table tennis facilities, as well as a gym with all modern machines, weights, and fitness trainers. The Campus boasts a clean, multi-cuisine cafeteria that serves a variety of foods as well as healthy options.

Faculty - The faculty at the College are highly experienced and knowledgeable in their respective professions. The teachers are graduates of prestigious institutions. Each department has a head of department, associate professors, and assistant professors. There are several faculty members with Ph. D’s and post-doctorates, and will go the extra mile to make sure they leave no stone upturned in making students the excellent corporate professionals, engineers, managers and entrepreneurs of tomorrow so as to serve the society better.

Clubs and Committees - Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology (GCET) offers a wide range of clubs and committees that provide students with opportunities to explore their interests, develop their skills, and contribute to the campus community. Following is a list of all the clubs and committees in the college:

• Drama Club- Kalakriti
• Dance Club- Studio
• Photography Club- Cam Circle
• Music Club- Crescendo
• Fashion Club- Scintillations
• Fine Arts Club- Art Beats
• Technical Society
• Sports Societies

More information about these is available on the college website.

Career Opportunities

• Software Engineer
• Data Scientist
• AI & ML Engineer
• Data Engineer
• Business Analyst
• Electronics Engineer
• Civil Engineer
• Mechanical Engineer
• Control Systems Engineer
• VLSI & Embedded System Engineer
• Sales & Marketing Manager
• HR
• Global Business Administration Professional
• IT Manager
• Financial Analyst
• Accountant
• Operations Manager
• Teacher or Professor
• And many more…

Location Perks

Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology is situated in Greater Noida, which is adjacent to Delhi, India's capital city. This makes it simple for students to see Delhi's cultural and historical attractions, such as the Red Fort, India Gate, and the Qutub Minar. The college is around 60 kilometres from Ghaziabad Train Station. The Knowledge Park II Metro Station (Aqua Line) is 1 km away from the GCET Greater Noida. IGI Airport, Delhi is 55 kilometres away from the college.

FAQs

Ques. What are Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology's affiliations?

The AICTE has approved Ans. Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology, which is affiliated with Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow.

Ques. Is there a hostel for students at Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology?

Ans. Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology offers dormitory accommodations to its students, with separate facilities for boys and ladies. There is also a canteen.

Ques. When was Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology Greater Noida Established?

Galgotias College of Engineering and Technology was founded in the year 2000 by Smt. Shakuntla Educational and Welfare Organization.