Kashmir Government Polytechnic (KGP) got established with 3 diploma courses in civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering. The earlier campus was in Naseem Bagh but the present campus is in Gogjibagh. The college is affiliated to The Jammu and Kashmir State Board of Technical Education (JKSBOTE) and is approved by the All-India Council of Technical Education (AICTE). Presently, the college offers 8 diploma courses and a few short-term courses in various disciplines of engineering. The admission is based on merit in secondary school examination marks and ranking/ cut off in the Board of Professional Entrance Examination (BPEE).

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KGP Srinagar Highlights

Established | Institute type 1958 | Government
Affiliated JKSBOTE
Approved AICTE
Courses offered 8 diplomas along with few short-term courses
Duration of course 3 years for diploma and varied duration for other short-term courses
Eligibility criteria Minimum 50% aggregate marks in secondary examinations
Age limit 23 years
Admission Mode Online
Admission Criteria Entrance-based
Any reservations Students with disabilities are given relaxation in age and percentage of marks. Total reserved seats – 25
Official website http://www.kgpolytechnic.org/

KGP Srinagar Courses

Details of various diploma courses including the short-term courses are discussed in the below table. The eligibilities for all the courses are that the candidates have to pass their 10th exams with a minimal of 50% from any recognized board with the upper age restriction of 23 years.

Courses Long/ Short-term Details
Civil Intake- 60 students
Long term course- 3 years diploma
Short term course- Soil Testing, Total Station, Structural Design, Software.
Electrical Long term course- 3-year diploma
Short term course- TVET course in a domestic electrician (1 year) and Motor winding (3 months)
Mechanical Long term- 3 years diploma
Short term- AutoCAD
Electronics and Communication Duration – 3 years
Automobile Long term courses- Diploma (3 Years)
Short term course- Driving and Maintenance under the World Bank
Computer Long term courses- Diploma (3 years) Short term courses-
  1. Technical Vocational Educational Training (1 year)
  2. Advanced Desktop Publishing Course (6 months)
  3. Persons with disabilities (3 months)
  4. Office Assistance (1 month)
  5. Hardware and networking (4 weeks)
Leather Technology Long term courses- Diploma (3 years)
Wood Technology Long term courses- Diploma (3 years)

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KGP Srinagar Admission

The admission in the diploma course is done through the merit in Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (BPEE) i.e., marks in the secondary school examination. Online application needs to be initiated for getting admission here.

Application Procedure

  • The candidates should visit the official website (https://www.kgpolytechnic.org) for any notification regarding the admission commencement.
  • Candidate has to make a login id through a valid E-mail ID.
  • Once the profile has been created the candidate has to upload all the details being asked. 
  • The application fees must be paid through an online payment like debit/credit/net banking.
  • The student should keep the print out of the receipt and the application form for future use. 

KGP Srinagar Facilities

The various facilities that each student and faculty can avail are listed below.

  • Library- The library is the campus that is organized and has a wide collection of books. The library has both kinds of books related to engineering as well as general information. Every function of the library is computerized and the library is well maintained on the Library Information System Software.
  • Hostels- A well-furnished hostel is available for both girls and boys. The mess is also present in the hostel.
  • Sports- For the students, a sports complex is also present where the students can keep themselves fit. Along with that, a functional auditorium is also present on the campus for entertainment and infotainment.
  • Training and Placements cell- The staff development programs work in collaboration with the Technical Teachers Training Institute, Chandigarh to sharpen the expertise of the faculty members even more.

KGP Srinagar FAQs

Ques. How many seats are available in KGP Srinagar?

Ans. The college offers variable seats in each diploma course. The range of seats is 30 to 60 per intake.

Ques. Are there any scholarships available for the students at KGP Srinagar?

Ans. No, as such no scholarships are provided but there is a reservation of 25 seats for students with disabilities.

Ques. Can I get admission in KGP Srinagar after 10th standard?

Ans. No, the student gets admission only after passing out from senior secondary.

Ques. What is the fee structure of the courses at KGP Srinagar?

Ans. The fees for the diploma course ranges from INR 3,000 to 4,000 for one year.

Ques. Is there any entrance exam for admission in the diploma program of KGP Srinagar?

Ans. No, the admission is based on merit in secondary school examination and is regulated by the Board of Professional Entrance Examination (BPEE).

Ques. What are the job prospects for the mechanical engineering students after pursing their course from KGP Srinagar?

Ans. The Job prospects of the course are:

  1. Government organizations like PWD, CPWD, PHE, Irrigation and flood control, MED, and Military Engineering Services, etc.
  2. Semi-Government organizations like HMT, Oil refining industries, HAL, BARC, and SAIL, etc.
  3. Private organizations like TATA, Khyber Industries, and Hero Honda, etc.