Government Engineering College, Patan (GECP), is a government aided educational institution located in Katpur, near Patan, Gujarat. The institute offers undergraduate level engineering courses in the disciplines of Civil Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Computer Engineering. The college was founded in April 2004 and is affiliated to Gujrat Technological University (GTU).
Government Engineering College, Patan has a current intake capacity of 480 students with 120 seats each in the branches of Computer Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. The intake for the departments of civil engineering and Electrical Engineering is 60 seats each.
- Only online mode of application is allowed. Candidates can register and apply through GUJCET website.
- Registration fees of INR 350 can be paid at the “Help Centre” while purchasing the information booklet and PIN.
- Print out of the complete application form and photocopies of relevant documents must be submitted at the respective Help Centre before June 12.
- 10+2 in science stream with minimum 45% marks for B. Tech programs.
- Only GUJCET or JEE Main qualified candidates are eligible for B. Tech counselling and admission.
- Candidates are selected on the basis of marks scored in GUJCET.
- Candidates with a valid JEE (Main) score are also eligible to apply.
- All candidates are selected for admission through GUJCET counselling only.
Admissions Highlights 2026
| Name of the University | Government Engineering College, Patan |
| University Type | Government Aided |
| Basic Admission Criteria | State Level Entrance Exam |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Name of Entrance Exam | GUJCET |
| Exam Mode | Offline |
| Counselling | State-Level Counselling |
| Scholarship | No |
Government Engineering College, Patan Important Dates
Here are the important dates for Admission
JEE Main Exam Dates
GUJCET Exam Dates
Gujarat ACPC Counselling Dates
Government Engineering College, Patan B.Tech Admission 2026
Government Engineering College, Patan offers B. Tech programs in up to 5 engineering disciplines. The minimum eligibility criteria for entry in B.Tech is 10+2 or equivalent in science stream with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and a minimum percentile of 45%.
Selection of candidates is done on the basis of marks/ rank secured by the applicant in GUJCET , which is followed by a counselling session conducted on a state level. A final merit list of the candidates is declared after counselling process. JEE Main qualified candidates can apply for direct admission through counselling.
| Course Name | Specialization | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Process |
|---|---|---|---|
| B. Tech | Civil Engineering | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as the main subjects and minimum 45% marks | GUJCET / JEE |
| Mechanical Engineering | |||
| Electrical Engineering | |||
| Computer Engineering | |||
| Electronics & Communication Engineering |
Key Points for Admission:
- The minimum qualifying percentile of marks in 10+2 for reserved category candidates is 40%.
- First preference is given to candidates qualifying 10+2 from Gujrat Secondary Education Board.
- Provision for Lateral Entry for 3-year Engineering Diploma holders and B.Sc. graduates.
- Candidates applying under reserved categories must produce caste / any other relevant certificate.
GEC Patan Cutoff
GEC Patan Cutoff 2024 is out based on GUJCET/JEE-Main scores. The table given below shows Round 1 opening and closing ranks.
| Academic Program Name | Quota | Round 1 Opening Rank | Round 1 Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | GUJCET-Based | 3846 | 38008 |
| Civil Engineering | JEE-Based | 915404 | 931510 |
| Computer Science & Engineering | GUJCET-Based | 3360 | 10512 |
| Computer Science & Engineering | JEE-Based | 900617 | 901529 |
| Electrical Engineering | GUJCET-Based | 21938 | 38358 |
| Electrical Engineering | JEE-Based | 904706 | 931526 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | GUJCET-Based | 9252 | 24477 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | JEE-Based | 902501 | 903009 |
| Mechanical Engineering | GUJCET-Based | 20838 | 37770 |
| Mechanical Engineering | JEE-Based | 907146 | 930136 |
Government Engineering College, Patan Application Process 2026
Applicants seeking admission through GUJCET can apply online by visiting the GSEB website. New applicants are required to register their candidature before filling the online application form. Candidates can also obtain the information brochure and PIN for registration by paying INR 350 at any of the listed “help centers” assigned by the board.
The process of online application after registration is as follows:
- After filling all the requisite details, the applicant will then need to upload the scanned copies of photograph and signature in the specified format.
- The candidate must obtain a DD of INR 300 in favor of "Secretary, Gujarat Common Entrance Test Cell” payable at Gandhinagar.
- Upon submission of application form, a unique application number will be created for each applicant which he/she will need to preserve for future correspondence.
- A print-out of the complete application form and self-attested photo copies of the required documents must be submitted at nearby help Centre from June 1 to June 12.
- The requisite acknowledgement slip after submission of registration form is to be collected from the Help Centre.
- Candidates who qualify GUJCET will need to attend counselling for further admission process.
Document Checklist:
- 10th Standard Mark Sheet
- 12th Standard Mark Sheet
- GUJCET Result
- School Leaving or Transfer Certificate
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Certificate of Income issued by the authority empowered by the State of Government in this behalf.
- Photograph of the applicant for other State/other than Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary School Examination Board
- Other certificates as the admission committee deem necessary.
Government Engineering College, Patan Reservation 2026
Seats are reserved for candidates belonging to reserved categories in accordance to the following table:
| Category | Reservation (%) |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste | 7% |
| Scheduled Tribe | 15% |
| OBC (Socially and Educationally Backward Classes) | 27% |
| Unreserved Economically Weaker Sections | 10% |
| Physically Disabled Category | 3% |
| Children of Defense Personnel and Ex-Servicemen | 1% |
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