Andhra University College of Engineering (A), a top engineering institution in Andhra Pradesh, admits students through the AP EAMCET exam. A candidate with a rank of 17,693 secured a seat in Chemical Engineering during the second counseling round. The college is known for its qualified faculty, many of whom hold PhDs and engage in research. Teaching methods include board teaching and presentations in air-conditioned classrooms. The fee structure varies: EAMCET entrants pay INR 10,000 annually, potentially reimbursable for ranks below 10,000, while AUCET entrants pay INR 1.3 lakh per annum.
Dual degree courses cost around INR 1.25 lakh per year. Government scholarships and fee reimbursements make tuition affordable, with full fee coverage for eligible students. Placement opportunities begin in the final year, with about 25 companies participating annually and offering packages between 3.6 LPA and 8 LPA. While core placements for non-software branches are limited, quality jobs are available. Internships are not directly provided, but opportunities exist, especially for computer science students.
Scholarships like Gnyanabhumi and E-pass support economically disadvantaged students, covering tuition and half the hostel fee. Most students pay INR 10,000 annually for the hostel. Open category students pay INR 39,500 per year, while those with scholarships pay INR 44,500. Additional scholarships are available through organizations like HPCL, further reducing costs.
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