Government Engineering College - [GECT]

Thrissur, Kerala Private Estd 1957 Updated Aug 2026

NIRF #201 AICTE, COA, NBA approved Architecture Computer Applications Engineering

4.2 out of 10 · 161 reviews

Website

Annual fees ₹82K

Student rating 4.2 / 10

Courses offered 7

Exams accepted 2

Established 1957

At a glance

Established 1957

Ownership Private

Approved by AICTE, COA, NBA

Campus Thrissur, Kerala

Courses 7 on record

Student reviews 161

About Government Engineering College - [GECT]

Overview

Government Engineering College, Thrissur (GEC Thrissur) is a government engineering college established in 1957 in Thrissur, Kerala. It is affiliated with APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University and approved by AICTE.

The college offers regular and certification courses at UG, PG, and Doctoral levels. Disciplines include Technology, Architecture, and Computer. B.Tech is the flagship program.

Rankings

GEC Thrissur has received the following rankings:

5th in the engineering category in Kerala by NIRF rankings in 2024
201 to 300 by NIRF under the Engineering category in 2024
36th by IIRF under the Architecture category in 2025, in India

Courses Offered

The college offers B.Tech in 7 specializations. It also offers 18 M.Tech programs, B.Arch, M.Plan, and MCA.

Admission Process

Admission to B.Tech programs is based on scores in the KEAM exam. This is followed by state-level counselling conducted by the Government of Kerala.

Intake and Fees

The annual intake is 759 students. The fee structure for B.Tech ranges from INR 8225 to INR 22150 per year.

Courses & fees

Course	Duration	Total fees
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] 10+2 with 50% + KEAM	4 Years	₹ 32,900 - 81,880
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Computer Science and Engineering)	—	₹ 81,880
Master of Technology [M.Tech]	2 Years	₹ 14,000 - 20,940
Master of Technology [M.Tech] (Process Control)	—	₹ 20,940
Master of Computer Applications [MCA] Graduation	3 Years	₹ 40,255
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] {Lateral} 10+3 with 50% + KEAM	3 Years	₹ 61,970

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Government Engineering College - [GECT]?

Fees at Government Engineering College - [GECT] start from ₹82K per year, depending on the course. The Courses & Fees tab lists the programme-wise figures.

What is the admission process for Government Engineering College - [GECT]?

Government Engineering College - [GECT] admission process for 2026 involves entering through national/state level entrance exams.

Where is Government Engineering College - [GECT] located?

Government Engineering College - [GECT] is located in Thrissur, Kerala. Address: Thrissur, India.

What approvals does Government Engineering College - [GECT] have?

Government Engineering College - [GECT] lists these approvals and accreditations: AICTE, COA, NBA. Confirm the current status with the regulator before applying.

What is the NIRF ranking of Government Engineering College - [GECT]?

Government Engineering College - [GECT] appears in the NIRF listing at rank #201. NIRF ranks are published within a category, not as one overall order.

What courses does Government Engineering College - [GECT] offer?

Government Engineering College - [GECT] lists 37 programmes. The Courses & Fees tab shows each one with its fee.

How do I apply to Government Engineering College - [GECT]?

Applications are made through the official website (gectcr.ac.in) or, for entrance-based courses, the relevant counselling authority. You can also use the Apply button on this page to request a callback.