Latest Update (September 2026): AP EAPCET 2026 Phase 3 seat allotment was released on September 20, 2026. Candidates must report to the allotted college with original documents. AP PGECET 2026 Phase 1 seat allotment is expected on September 29, 2026. AP ICET 2026 Phase 1 reporting deadline is September 14, 2026.
Gayatri Vidya Parishad College of Engineering (GVPCE) Visakhapatnam admission 2026 is based on state entrance exams for all programmes. B.Tech admission for 70% of seats (Category A) happens via AP EAPCET 2026 counselling by APSCHE. The remaining 30% seats (Category B) are filled through institutional counselling using JEE Main or AP EAPCET ranks. M.Tech admission uses AP PGECET or GATE scores. MCA admission uses AP ICET scores.
- Total B.Tech intake: 1,260 seats across 11 specialisations
- Category A seats (EAPCET route): 882 seats (70% of total intake)
- Category B seats (management route): 378 seats (30% of total intake)
- AP EAPCET 2025 closing rank at GVPCE (ECE, Round 3): 4,156 (GM category)
- B.Tech total fee: INR 4,20,000 (4 years, general quota)
- M.Tech total fee: INR 1,14,200 (2 years)
- MCA total fee: INR 1,11,600 (2 years)
GVPCE is an autonomous institution affiliated to JNTU Kakinada, NAAC A++ accredited, NBA accredited for all B.Tech programmes, and ranked 177 in Engineering by NIRF 2025.
Category B (Management Quota) at GVPCE: 30% of B.Tech seats are Category B seats filled through GVPCE institutional counselling. Candidates are ranked using their JEE Main score first, followed by AP EAPCET rank, and then Class 12 aggregate marks. Apply through the GVPCE admissions office at gvpce.ac.in or contact 91-891-2739507.
GVPCE B.Tech Admission 2026
GVPCE Visakhapatnam offers B.Tech across 11 specialisations with a total intake of 1,260 seats. Category A seats (70% of intake) are filled through AP EAPCET 2026 counselling conducted by APSCHE at cap.apcfss.in. Category B seats (30% of intake) are filled by GVPCE directly using JEE Main or AP EAPCET ranks.
GVPCE B.Tech Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion |
Requirement |
| Qualifying exam |
Class 12 or Intermediate (10+2) from a recognised board |
| Compulsory subjects |
Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (PCM) |
| Minimum marks (Category A) |
As per APSCHE norms for AP EAPCET counselling |
| Entrance exam (Category A) |
AP EAPCET 2026 |
| Entrance exam (Category B) |
JEE Main 2026 or AP EAPCET 2026 |
| Lateral entry (diploma holders) |
AP ECET 2026 (direct to 2nd year) |
GVPCE B.Tech Admission Dates 2026
AP EAPCET 2026 Phase 3 seat allotment was released on September 20, 2026. Candidates allotted seats must report to GVPCE with original documents. The counselling is managed by APSCHE at cap.apcfss.in.
| AP EAPCET 2026 Milestone |
Date |
| Registration window |
February 4 to March 24, 2026 |
| Admit card |
April 28, 2026 |
| Exam |
May 12 to May 20, 2026 |
| Answer key |
May 23, 2026 |
| Result |
June 1, 2026 |
| Phase 3 seat allotment |
September 20, 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
AP ECET 2026 (Lateral Entry): Diploma holders seeking direct admission to the 2nd year of B.Tech applied through AP ECET. The AP ECET 2026 exam was held on April 23, 2026. Phase 1 seat allotment was released on July 29, 2026.
GVPCE B.Tech Selection Criteria 2026
For Category A seats, APSCHE ranks candidates strictly on AP EAPCET score within their respective category and region. For Category B seats, GVPCE ranks candidates first by JEE Main score, then by AP EAPCET rank, then by Class 12 aggregate marks. NRI quota seats are filled separately by the institution.
GVPCE B.Tech branch-wise seat distribution: CSE has 240 seats. CSE (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) has 120 seats. CSE (Data Science) has 60 seats. CSE (Cyber Security) has 60 seats. ECE has 240 seats. The remaining seats cover IT, EEE, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical Engineering, and Robotics.
AP EAPCET 2025 closing rank at GVPCE (reference): ECE closed at rank 4,156 in Round 3 for the GM category. Candidates should check the official APSCHE portal at cap.apcfss.in for 2026 round-wise cutoffs.
How to Apply for B.Tech at GVPCE 2026?
- Register for AP EAPCET 2026 at bseap.org and appear for the exam.
- After results, register for AP EAPCET 2026 counselling at cap.apcfss.in and pay the processing fee.
- Complete certificate verification and fill web options in order of preference.
- Accept the allotted seat and report to GVPCE with original documents within the deadline.
- For Category B seats, apply directly at gvpce.ac.in using the admissions form and submit JEE Main or AP EAPCET scorecard.
Note: GVPCE is an autonomous institution. Its academic calendar, internal exams, and syllabi may differ from JNTU Kakinada norms. Confirm this at the time of joining.
GVPCE M.Tech and MCA Admission 2026
GVPCE Visakhapatnam offers M.Tech in 6 specialisations and a 2-year MCA programme. M.Tech admission uses AP PGECET or GATE scores. MCA admission uses AP ICET scores. Both are conducted through APSCHE counselling at cap.apcfss.in.
| Programme |
Eligibility |
Entrance Exam |
| M.Tech (all specialisations, 2 years) |
B.Tech/BE from a recognised university, minimum 50% aggregate |
AP PGECET 2026 or GATE 2026 |
| MCA (2 years) |
Any bachelor’s degree with Mathematics as a subject |
AP ICET 2026 |
M.Tech specialisations at GVPCE: CAD and CAM, Computer Science and Engineering, Power Electronics and Drives, Structural Engineering, VLSI Design and Embedded System, and Artificial Intelligence and Robotics.
GVPCE M.Tech and MCA Admission Dates 2026
| Exam or Milestone |
Date |
| GATE 2026 result |
March 19, 2026 |
| AP PGECET 2026 result and rank cards |
May 14, 2026 |
| AP ICET 2026 exam |
May 2, 2026 |
| AP ICET 2026 result |
May 16, 2026 |
| AP ICET 2026 Phase 1 seat allotment |
September 9, 2026 |
| AP ICET 2026 reporting at college |
September 10 to 14, 2026 |
| AP PGECET 2026 Phase 1 registration |
September 16, 2026 |
| AP PGECET 2026 Phase 1 seat allotment |
September 29, 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
How to Apply for M.Tech and MCA at GVPCE 2026?
- For M.Tech: Appear in AP PGECET 2026 or GATE 2026. Register on cap.apcfss.in after results for counselling, fill college and branch preferences, and accept the allotment.
- For MCA: Appear in AP ICET 2026. Register on cets.apsche.ap.gov.in for counselling after results and accept the GVPCE allotment.
- Candidates with GATE scores can also apply directly to GVPCE for M.Tech management quota seats if available.
GVPCE Fee Structure 2026
| Programme |
Total Fee |
| B.Tech (4 years, general quota) |
INR 4,20,000 |
| B.Tech Lateral Entry (3 years) |
INR 3,15,000 |
| M.Tech (2 years) |
INR 1,14,200 |
| MCA (2 years) |
INR 1,11,600 |
| Total B.Tech (annual) |
INR 1,05,000 per year |
The fees mentioned above are subject to revision and have been included for reference. Contact the college or visit gvpce.ac.in for exact fee details.
Scholarships and Fee Support at GVPCE Visakhapatnam
GVPCE Visakhapatnam students are eligible for Government of Andhra Pradesh fee reimbursement schemes. The Jagananna Vidya Deevena scheme provides full tuition fee reimbursement for students from families with annual income below INR 1,00,000 who qualify through AP EAPCET. The Jagananna Vasathi Deevena scheme provides a monthly living allowance for eligible hostel and day-scholar students.
Students from SC, ST, BC, EBC, and minority categories may apply for caste-based and income-based scholarships through the AP e-Pass portal at epass.ap.gov.in. NBA and NAAC A++ recognition may qualify students for select central government scholarship schemes. Merit-based rank certificates can be obtained from APSCHE for scholarship applications.
GVPCE Admission FAQs
Ques. What is the admission process for B.Tech at GVPCE Visakhapatnam?
Ans. B.Tech admission at GVPCE Visakhapatnam happens through two routes. Category A covers 70% of seats and is filled via AP EAPCET 2026 counselling at cap.apcfss.in. Category B covers 30% of seats and is filled by GVPCE directly, ranking candidates by JEE Main score, then AP EAPCET rank, then Class 12 aggregate. AP EAPCET 2026 Phase 3 seat allotment was released on September 20, 2026.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Tech at GVPCE Visakhapatnam in 2026?
Ans. The total fee for B.Tech at GVPCE Visakhapatnam is INR 4,20,000 for the 4-year programme, which is INR 1,05,000 per year. This is as per 2026 data for the general quota. Students eligible under Jagananna Vidya Deevena may receive full fee reimbursement from the AP government if their family income is below INR 1,00,000 per year.
Ques. What are the AP EAPCET 2026 closing ranks at GVPCE Visakhapatnam?
Ans. Based on 2025 data, ECE at GVPCE closed at rank 4,156 in Round 3 for the GM category. The overall closing rank range across all branches in Round 1 was 2,117 to 1,75,833. Round-wise 2026 cutoffs will be published at cap.apcfss.in after each counselling phase.
Ques. What exams are required for M.Tech admission at GVPCE?
Ans. M.Tech admission at GVPCE requires a valid AP PGECET 2026 score or GATE 2026 score. Candidates must have a B.Tech or BE degree with a minimum 50% aggregate. AP PGECET 2026 Phase 1 counselling started September 16, 2026, with seat allotment expected on September 29, 2026, through cap.apcfss.in.
Ques. How does MCA admission work at GVPCE Visakhapatnam?
Ans. MCA admission at GVPCE Visakhapatnam is based on AP ICET 2026 scores. Candidates must hold any bachelor’s degree with Mathematics as a subject. AP ICET 2026 Phase 1 seat allotment was released on September 9, 2026, and reporting at the allotted college was required by September 14, 2026. Counselling is conducted at cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.
Ques. Does GVPCE Visakhapatnam have management quota seats?
Ans. Yes. GVPCE has 30% of B.Tech seats under Category B (management quota), totalling 378 seats out of 1,260. These seats are filled through institutional counselling, ranking candidates by JEE Main score first, then AP EAPCET rank, then Class 12 aggregate marks. Apply through the admissions office at gvpce.ac.in or call 91-891-2739507.
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