GGU B.Tech Mechanical Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya's B.Tech Mechanical Engineering program is a 4-year full-time undergraduate degree designed to equip students with comprehensive knowledge in thermal systems, design engineering, and manufacturing processes. The program has an intake of 60 seats and is recognized for its industry-aligned curriculum. The total course fees amount to ₹1,27,200 (including caution money), with the primary entrance exam being JEE Main. The program is popular among engineering aspirants due to GGU's status as a central university with strong faculty expertise and excellent placement records, particularly in mechanical engineering where some offers exceed 20 lakh annually.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic session are currently ongoing through JoSAA/CSAB counselling for JEE Main qualified candidates. Spot admission for vacant seats is also available. The JEE Main 2026 Session 2 exam was held from April 2-9, 2026, with results declared on April 20, 2026. For candidates appearing in future sessions, registration typically opens in February with exams scheduled for April. CGPET (Chhattisgarh Pre-Engineering Test) 2026 registration was open from March 2-27, 2026, with the exam held on May 14, 2026. Counselling dates and batch commencement are typically announced post-exam results.

Key Points

• Strong faculty with members from prestigious institutions like IITs and NITs ensuring quality education
• Well-equipped laboratories including theory of machines, strength of materials, heat and mass transfer, refrigeration, and air conditioning labs
• Central workshop facility for hands-on practical training
• Emphasis on research and innovation with opportunities for publication and conference participation
• Excellent placement record with median package of 4.5 lakh and some offers exceeding 20 lakh
• Internship opportunities with companies like Jindal and Wipro offering stipends
• Preparation support for GATE and ESE exams for higher studies

GGU B.Tech Mechanical Engineering Fees

Fees Structure

• Caution money of 1,000 is refundable at the end of the course.
• Degree fee of 400 is charged once in the second semester.
• Additional charges may apply for ATKT/back paper exams (minimum 200, or 100 per paper if more than two papers).
• Hostel fees are separate and optional, approximately 20,820 annually.
• No semester-wise or year-wise fee variations beyond what is listed above.

GGU B.Tech Mechanical Engineering Admission 2026

Important Dates for B.Tech Mechanical Engineering (2026-27 Session)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects
• Minimum 50% aggregate marks in PCM (45% for reserved categories as per norms)
• Valid JEE Main score or CGPET score as per GGU's admission policy

Admission Process:

• Candidates qualify through JEE Main or CGPET entrance examination
• Merit-based seat allocation through JoSAA/CSAB online counselling
• Spot admission available for vacant seats through local counselling at GGU
• Document verification and physical reporting at the university

GGU B.Tech Mechanical Engineering Scholarships 2026

Scholarship Details

• Merit Scholarship: 10,000 per year to one student from each school/department who secures the highest score in semester examinations, with 75% attendance and all-clear status maintained throughout the course.
• University Merit Scholarship: 15,000 per year to one student across all schools who secures the highest score in semester examinations, subject to same eligibility conditions.
• Sports Scholarship: 5,000 for students participating in national-level sports/games events (as recommended by department head).
• International Sports Scholarship: 1,00,000 for students participating in international-level sports/games events (as recommended by department head).
• Full Freeship: Available to one deserving student per department from poor family background, maintaining 75% attendance, all-clear status, and minimum 60% marks in semester examinations.
• GGV Sudama Yojana: Financial assistance for financially weak students unable to afford university fees, hostel fees, or teaching aids.
• More than 60 students have benefited since 2024-25.
• Government Scholarships: SC, ST, and OBC students are eligible for central and state government scholarships.
• NSP (National Scholarship Portal) provides complete fee coverage for eligible candidates.
• All scholarships require maintaining 75% attendance, all-clear status in semester examinations, and good conduct.
• Scholarships are not provided to students receiving financial aid from other sources simultaneously.

GGU B.Tech Mechanical Engineering Placement 2026

Placement Data

• Placement data is for all B.Tech programs at GGU.
• Mechanical Engineering has shown particularly strong placement records with some students securing packages exceeding 20 lakh annually.
• Campus recruitment begins from the 6th semester.
• Companies like Thermax, Adani, and L&T visit the campus for recruitment.