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Andhra University College of Engineering for Women (AUCEW), Visakhapatnam is a government-aided women-only engineering college under Andhra University. Established in 2010, AUCEW is AICTE approved and NAAC accredited with a Grade A. It is located on the Andhra University main campus, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
AUCEW does not appear in NIRF Engineering rankings. No Collegedunia stream-level rank is available from published sources at this time.
The college is situated on the Andhra University campus in Waltair, Visakhapatnam, with access to the broader university infrastructure including central library, sports facilities, and hostel blocks.
- B.Tech (4 years) in eight branches: Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Information Technology, and Mechanical Engineering
The total B.Tech fee is INR 2,64,440 for the complete 4-year course under the general (convener) quota, uniform across all eight branches. Management quota fees are INR 3,07,600 for four years. Both fee bands are among the lowest for engineering colleges in Visakhapatnam.
AP government fee reimbursement is available for women candidates with family income below INR 2,50,000 per year.
AUCEW placements have recorded a highest package of INR 13.4 LPA. Core IT recruiters include TCS, Wipro, Infosys, and Accenture. Placement rates reach up to 95% for CSE and IT branches.
AUCEW Admission Dates 2026
AUCEW Visakhapatnam admissions for the 2026-27 session are anchored entirely by AP EAPCET rank. All general and government category seats are filled through APSCHE web counselling at cap.apcfss.in. Phase 1 counselling is currently in progress.
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| AP EAPCET 2026 Exam | May 12 to May 20, 2026 |
| AP EAPCET 2026 Result | June 1, 2026 |
| APSCHE Phase 1 Registration and Option Entry | July 2026 (concluded) |
| APSCHE Phase 1 Seat Allotment | Expected August 9, 2026 |
| Further Counselling Rounds | August to September 2026 (tentative) |
Diploma holders in Engineering can seek lateral entry into the second year of B.Tech through AP ECET. The table below lists the entrance exams accepted for AUCEW admission.
| Programme | Exam Accepted | Counselling Body |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (General Quota) | AP EAPCET | APSCHE |
| B.Tech (Management Quota) | Class 12 marks (AUCEW direct) | AUCEW admissions office |
| B.Tech Lateral Entry | AP ECET | APSCHE |
AUCEW Courses and Fees
AUCEW Visakhapatnam offers B.Tech exclusively, across eight branches. All programmes are four-year full-time courses affiliated to Andhra University. Fee figures below reflect the 2026 admission cycle.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | General Quota Fees | Management Quota Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech - Civil Engineering | 4 years | 10+2 with 45% PCM; AP EAPCET rank | INR 2,64,440 | INR 3,07,600 |
| B.Tech - Computer Engineering | 4 years | 10+2 with 45% PCM; AP EAPCET rank | INR 2,64,440 | INR 3,07,600 |
| B.Tech - CSE | 4 years | 10+2 with 45% PCM; AP EAPCET rank | INR 2,64,440 | INR 3,07,600 |
| B.Tech - Electrical Engineering | 4 years | 10+2 with 45% PCM; AP EAPCET rank | INR 2,64,440 | INR 3,07,600 |
| B.Tech - EEE | 4 years | 10+2 with 45% PCM; AP EAPCET rank | INR 2,64,440 | INR 3,07,600 |
| B.Tech - ECE | 4 years | 10+2 with 45% PCM; AP EAPCET rank | INR 2,64,440 | INR 3,07,600 |
| B.Tech - Information Technology | 4 years | 10+2 with 45% PCM; AP EAPCET rank | INR 2,64,440 | INR 3,07,600 |
| B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering | 4 years | 10+2 with 45% PCM; AP EAPCET rank | INR 2,64,440 | INR 3,07,600 |
All eight branches carry the same fee of INR 2,64,440 under the general quota. There is no premium for CSE or IT over core branches such as Civil or Mechanical. The management quota fee of INR 3,07,600 remains competitive relative to private engineering colleges in Visakhapatnam.
AUCEW Admission Process
AUCEW Visakhapatnam is a women-only institution. Only female candidates are eligible. General quota (70% of seats) requires Andhra Pradesh domicile and a valid AP EAPCET rank. Management quota (30% of seats) is available to women from any state through direct contact with AUCEW.
B.Tech Admission Process
Admission to the general quota is purely merit-based, determined by AP EAPCET rank via APSCHE web counselling. No separate GD, PI, or interview is conducted.
- Minimum eligibility: 45% marks in 10+2 with Maths, Physics, and Chemistry (40% for SC/ST women)
- AP domicile required for general (Category A) seats
- Step 1: Register for AP EAPCET and appear for the exam
- Step 2: Register on APSCHE web counselling portal at cap.apcfss.in
- Step 3: Fill web options including AUCEW in preferred choices
- Step 4: Accept allotment and report to AUCEW with original certificates
Diploma holders in engineering can apply for lateral entry to second-year B.Tech through AP ECET. Management quota aspirants should contact the AUCEW admissions office at Andhra University campus, Visakhapatnam, directly. Minimum eligibility for management quota is also 45% in 10+2 with MPC.
AUCEW Placements
AUCEW Visakhapatnam placements have recorded a highest package of INR 13.4 LPA. Major recruiters include TCS, Wipro, Infosys, and Accenture. Placement rates reach up to 95% for CSE and IT branches. Core engineering branches such as Civil and Mechanical report placement rates in the 50 to 60 percent range.
Overall, 70 to 80 percent of eligible graduates from AUCEW secure placements in IT services and core engineering roles each year. Women graduates also pursue postgraduate studies and government sector careers through APPSC and central service examinations.
AUCEW Scholarships
AUCEW students are eligible for AP government fee reimbursement and central government scholarship schemes. Women candidates from SC/ST and BC categories with AP domicile benefit most from state-level schemes.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| AP Fee Reimbursement | AP domicile, family income below INR 2,50,000 per year, convener quota | Full tuition fee reimbursement |
| AICTE Tuition Fee Waiver | Family income below INR 4,50,000 per annum | Full tuition fee waiver |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | SC/ST category, AP domicile | Maintenance allowance and tuition |
SC/ST and BC women from AP domicile studying under the convener quota can apply through the AP Jagruthi portal for state reimbursement. AICTE TFW applications are processed at the time of admission through AUCEW.
AUCEW Campus and Infrastructure
AUCEW is situated on the main Andhra University campus in Waltair, Visakhapatnam. The college shares central university infrastructure including the central library, sports grounds, and administrative facilities. Being a campus college of Andhra University gives students access to a larger academic ecosystem.
AUCEW has a girls hostel on campus. The campus environment is focused exclusively on women engineers, with technical clubs and student associations active within the university setup. The NAAC Grade A accreditation reflects standards maintained in academic delivery and facilities.
AUCEW vs Vignan’s Institute of Engineering for Women vs Gayatri Vidya Parishad College of Engineering for Women
Female aspirants from Visakhapatnam and Andhra Pradesh often compare AUCEW with Vignan’s Institute of Engineering for Women and Gayatri Vidya Parishad College of Engineering for Women. All three are women-only engineering colleges in the Vizag region, serving a similar applicant pool.
| Parameter | AUCEW Visakhapatnam | Vignan’s IEW, Visakhapatnam | GVP College of Engineering for Women |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Government-aided, Women-only | Private, Women-only | Private, Women-only |
| Affiliation | Andhra University | JNTU Kakinada | JNTU Kakinada |
| NAAC Grade | A | A | A+ |
| B.Tech Fee (General Quota) | INR 2,64,440 | Higher (private rates) | Higher (private rates) |
| Admission Route | AP EAPCET via APSCHE | AP EAPCET via APSCHE | AP EAPCET via APSCHE |
| Location | AU Campus, Waltair | Visakhapatnam | Madhurawada, Visakhapatnam |
AUCEW offers the lowest fee band among the three, owing to its government-aided status. GVP College of Engineering for Women holds a higher NAAC grade at A+. Vignan’s IEW and GVP are private institutions with broader management-driven placement programmes. All three admit only female candidates through AP EAPCET counselling.
AUCEW FAQs
Ques. Is AUCEW Visakhapatnam a government college?
Ans. AUCEW is a government-aided women’s engineering college under Andhra University, Visakhapatnam. It is AICTE approved and NAAC Grade A accredited. Being a government-aided institution, its B.Tech fee under the general quota is INR 2,64,440 for the full 4-year course, which is among the lowest in Visakhapatnam.
Ques. What is the total B.Tech fee at AUCEW Visakhapatnam?
Ans. The total 4-year B.Tech fee at AUCEW under the general (convener) quota is INR 2,64,440, uniform across all eight branches. Management quota fees are INR 3,07,600 for the full 4-year course. AP government fee reimbursement is available for women with family income below INR 2,50,000 per year.
Ques. How do I get admission to AUCEW Visakhapatnam?
Ans. B.Tech admission to AUCEW is through AP EAPCET rank via APSCHE web counselling at cap.apcfss.in. Only female candidates are eligible. Minimum eligibility is 45% in Class 12 with Maths, Physics, and Chemistry. AP domicile is required for the general quota. Women from outside AP can apply under the management quota directly through AUCEW.
Ques. What is the AUCEW AP EAPCET cutoff?
Ans. The AP EAPCET cutoff at AUCEW varies by branch and category. Being a government-aided university college in Visakhapatnam, AUCEW typically attracts competitive AP EAPCET ranks. CSE and IT branches have lower (more competitive) closing ranks than Civil and Mechanical. Check the APSCHE official allotment data for the latest round-wise cutoffs for AUCEW.
Ques. What is the highest placement package at AUCEW?
Ans. The highest placement package recorded at AUCEW Visakhapatnam is INR 13.4 LPA. Top recruiters include TCS, Wipro, Infosys, and Accenture. CSE and IT branches report placement rates of up to 95%. Core engineering branches see 50 to 60 percent placement rates.
Ques. Is AUCEW Visakhapatnam women-only?
Ans. Yes. AUCEW is exclusively for female candidates. Male candidates are not eligible for any B.Tech branch or quota at this college. It is a constituent college of Andhra University dedicated to engineering education for women.
Ques. Does AUCEW have a hostel?
Ans. Yes. AUCEW has a girls hostel on campus. The campus is part of the broader Andhra University campus in Waltair, Visakhapatnam, which has extensive hostel and sports infrastructure. Contact the AUCEW admissions office for current hostel fee and availability details.
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