About CGEC Cooch Behar š
Cooch Behar Government Engineering College (CGEC) is a state-funded engineering institution established in 2016 by the Government of West Bengal. Situated on a sprawling 20-acre campus on the banks of the Torsa River, the college is affiliated with Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT). As a relatively new but rapidly growing government institute, it focuses on bridging the gap in technical education in North Bengal, providing modern laboratory facilities and a research-oriented environment for aspiring engineers.
Institutional Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Established | 2016 |
| Affiliation | MAKAUT, West Bengal |
| Approval | AICTE Approved |
| Campus Area | 20 Acres |
Admission Process š
Admission to CGEC is strictly merit-based through centralized state-level and national-level entrance examinations and counseling.
- B.Tech (1st Year): Selection is based on WBJEE (West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination) ranks. A limited number of seats are also available for JEE Main qualifiers.
- Lateral Entry: Diploma holders can secure direct second-year admission through the JELET entrance examination.
- Counselling: All seats are filled via the WBJEEB centralized counseling process. There is no management quota.
- Eligibility: Candidates must have 45% aggregate in 10+2 (PCM) for General and 40% for reserved categories.
Fee Structure š°
| Department | Total 4-Year Fees (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| CSE & ECE | ā¹55,000 |
| Civil, ME, & EE | ā¹34,000 |
| Hostel Charges | ā¹26,200 (Per Annum) |
Note: Fees are subject to government revisions. TFW (Tuition Fee Waiver) schemes are applicable for eligible meritorious students.
Campus Facilities šļø
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Laboratories | State-of-the-art labs for all branches with a 1:1 computer-to-student ratio in IT labs. |
| Digital Library | Large library building with 7,000+ volumes and high-speed internet access. |
| Placements | Active T&P cell with recruiters like TCS, Wipro, L&T, and Cognizant (Avg. package: ā¹4-6 LPA). |
| Hostels | Separate residential blocks for boys and girls with hygienic mess and 24x7 security. |
