The Master of Technology (M.Tech) in Network Engineering at Government Engineering College Barton Hill (GEC Barton Hill), Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme with an intake of 18 seats. GEC Barton Hill is a government institution under the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Government of Kerala, affiliated with APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU). The programme focuses on advanced computer networks, software-defined networking, network security, cloud computing, 5G and wireless networks, and network performance optimisation. Admission is through GATE 2026 score via the DTE Kerala M.Tech centralised allotment process.
📋 Admission Status: M.Tech 2026-27 admissions at GEC Barton Hill are through DTE Kerala. GATE 2026 result was declared on Mar 19, 2026. DTE Kerala M.Tech rank list is expected in June 2026; admission window is June to August 2026. Monitor gecbh.ac.in and the DTE Kerala M.Tech portal for the official schedule.
Key Points
- Programme: M.Tech Network Engineering, 2 Years (4 Semesters), Full Time
- Intake: 18 seats (government category)
- Total Fees: INR 36,225 for 2 Years (government category; Hostel charges separate)
Government Engineering College, Barton Hill M.Tech Network Engineering Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (2 Years) | INR 24,000 |
| Exam Fees (2 Years) | INR 6,000 |
| Admission Fee | INR 225 |
| Caution Deposit (Refundable) | INR 1,500 |
| Miscellaneous Charges | INR 4,500 |
| Total Fees (2 Years, Hostel charges separate) | INR 36,225 |
- Total 2-year fee: INR 36,225 (government category); hostel charges separate.
- Uniform fee across all specialisations; INR 1,500 caution deposit refundable.
- GATE-qualified students may get AICTE PG Grant; confirm after admission.
- Verify 2026-27 fee and AICTE grant eligibility with GEC Barton Hill.
Government Engineering College, Barton Hill M.Tech Network Engineering Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| GATE 2026 Exam | Feb 7, Feb 08, Feb 14 and Feb 15, 2026 |
| GATE 2026 Result | Mar 19, 2026 |
| DTE Kerala M.Tech Rank List 2026 | June 17, 2026 (expected); confirm at gecbh.ac.in |
| M.Tech Admission Window | June 29 to August 31, 2026 (expected) |
| Commencement of Classes | July-August 2026 (expected); confirm at gecbh.ac.in |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| GATE 2026 | Exam: Feb 7, Feb 08, Feb 14 and Feb 15, 2026; Result: Mar 19, 2026 | gate2026.iitr.ac.in |
- GATE 2026 score required; DTE Kerala M.Tech allotment due June 2026.
- Monitor gecbh.ac.in for M.Tech 2026 allotment schedule and documents.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a B.Tech/BE in Electronics and Communication, Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent from a recognised university with minimum 55 percent aggregate marks (50 percent for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
- A valid GATE 2026 score in CS (Computer Science and Information Technology) or EC (Electronics and Communication) is required for admission through the DTE Kerala M.Tech centralised allotment 2026.
- Sponsored category candidates (employed engineers with at least 2 years of experience) may apply without GATE score; check DTE Kerala M.Tech admission notification for the sponsored quota.
- Check gecbh.ac.in and the DTE Kerala M.Tech portal for 2026 eligibility norms and document requirements.
Admission Process
- Ensure you have a valid GATE 2026 score in CS (Computer Science and Information Technology) or EC (Electronics and Communication); result was declared on Mar 19, 2026 at gate2026.iitr.ac.in.
- Monitor the DTE Kerala M.Tech admission notification (expected June 2026) at gecbh.ac.in and the DTE Kerala M.Tech portal for registration details.
- Register for DTE Kerala M.Tech allotment 2026, uploading B.Tech mark sheets (all semesters), GATE 2026 scorecard, identity proof, community certificate (if applicable), and service certificate (for sponsored candidates).
- Fill college-specialisation preferences during allotment option entry; include GEC Barton Hill under the relevant M.Tech specialisation.
- Check the allotment result and accept the allotted seat within the stipulated deadline; pay the required fee to confirm the seat.
- Report to GEC Barton Hill with the allotment letter, original certificates, and fee payment receipt to complete physical admission and enrol in the M.Tech programme.
✓ Opt for this if
- Kerala CS/ECE/IT graduates targeting networking or cloud roles
- GATE-qualified students preferring government KTU-affiliated PG
- Students targeting telecom or IT infrastructure careers
- Cost-sensitive candidates eligible for AICTE PG Grant
- Aspirants focused on SDN, cloud, and 5G research
✗ Skip if
- Students expecting campus placements from top IT companies
- Candidates seeking industry internship-heavy curriculum
- Non-GATE students without sponsored quota
- Students wanting private university brand for job applications
- Candidates outside Kerala targeting placement geography
Government Engineering College, Barton Hill M.Tech Network Engineering Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| AICTE PG Grant (for GATE-qualified students) | INR 12,400/month for 2 years | Full-time M.Tech students with valid GATE score in government category; apply via AICTE portal after admission |
| Government of Kerala Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/OEC) | As per government norms | Kerala domicile SC/ST/OBC/OEC students; apply via scholarships.kerala.gov.in |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | As per government norms | Merit-based; apply via National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) after admission |
- GATE-qualified: AICTE grant INR 12,400/month; confirm after admission.
- SC/ST/OBC/OEC: apply for state scholarship after admission.
- Confirm scholarship eligibility with GEC Barton Hill before applying.
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