Established in 2018, Government Engineering College (GEC), Vaishali is a state government college for engineering. It is set up by the government of Bihar under the Department of Science and Technology.

The college offers full time, undergraduate programs in the field of engineering. Admissions in the college take place based on the rank of the candidate in the JEE Mains examination. The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) is responsible for conducting counselling in the admission process. Candidates wanting to take admission in the college have to apply to the UnderGraduate Engineering Admission Council (UGC) after they receive their JEE Mains result. The candidate can apply for UGC on the official website of BCECE.

Government Engineering College, Vaishali Highlights

Following is a table containing a brief overview of Government Engineering College, Vaishali:

Established | Institute type 2018 | Government
Approved by All India Council for Technical Education
Set by Department of Science & Technology, Government of Bihar
Affiliated to Aryabhatta Knowledge University
Entrance Exam JEE (MAINS)
Courses Offered BTech (Mechanical Engineering), BTech (Civil Engineering), BTech (Electrical Engineering), BTech (Electronics and Communications Engineering)
Application Mode Online
Admission Criteria Merit-based & Entrance Exam
Facilities Available Computer center, Central library, Wi-fi, Sports facilities
Official Website https://www.gecvaishali.org/

Government Engineering College, Vaishali Important Dates

Event Dates
BCECE Application Starts  May 07, 2023
BCECE Application Deadline June 02, 2023
Last date of Payment June 03, 2023
Online Editing of Application Form June 04 - June 05, 2023
UGEAC
Online Registration WIndow (B.E./B.Tech.) June 05, 2023 - July 7, 2023
Last date of Pyament (B.E./B.Tech.) July 8, 2023
Online editing of Application Form (B.E./B.Tech.) July 9 – July 10, 2023
Publication of Merit List of UGEAC (B.E./B.Tech.) To be Notified
Proposed Date of Online Counselling (B.E./B.Tech.) To be Notified

Government Engineering College, Vaishali Courses Offered:

Government Engineering College, Vaishali offers four undergraduate programs in the engineering field. Following is a table containing the details of the courses offered:

Courses Details
BTech (Mechanical Engineering) Duration: 4 years Eligibility:
  • Minimum 45% in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Maths (40% for candidates under reserved categories) OR Minimum 45% in Diploma (in Engineering & Technology), 40% for a candidate under reserved categories.
  • The candidate must qualify JEE (MAINS).
  • The candidate must be 17 years old and medically fit.
  • The candidate’s parent(s) must be permanent residents of Bihar OR The candidate’s parent(s) work for the Bihar government OR the candidate’s parent(s) work for the government of India/Public Sector Undertaking of Government of India and are currently posted in Bihar.
Seats: 60 Mode: Full time, regular
BTech (Civil Engineering) Duration: 4 years Eligibility:
  • Minimum 45% in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Maths (40% for candidates under reserved categories) OR Minimum 45% in Diploma (in Engineering & Technology), 40% for a candidate under reserved categories.
  • The candidate must qualify JEE (MAINS).
  • The candidate must be 17 years old and medically fit.
  • The candidate’s parent(s) must be permanent residents of Bihar OR The candidate’s parent(s) work for the Bihar government OR the candidate’s parent(s) work for the government of India/Public Sector Undertaking of Government of India and are currently posted in Bihar.
Seats: 60 Mode: Full time, regular
BTech (Electrical Engineering) Duration: 4 years Eligibility:
  • Minimum 45% in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Maths (40% for candidates under reserved categories) OR Minimum 45% in Diploma (in Engineering & Technology), 40% for a candidate under reserved categories.
  • The candidate must qualify JEE (MAINS).
  • The candidate must be 17 years old and medically fit.
  • The candidate’s parent(s) must be permanent residents of Bihar OR The candidate’s parent(s) work for the Bihar government OR the candidate’s parent(s) work for the government of India/Public Sector Undertaking of Government of India and are currently posted in Bihar.
Seats: 60 Mode: Full time, regular
BTech (Electronics & Communications Engineering) Duration: 4 years Eligibility:
  • Minimum 45% in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Maths (40% for candidates under reserved categories) OR Minimum 45% in Diploma (in Engineering & Technology), 40% for a candidate under reserved categories.
  • The candidate must qualify JEE (MAINS).
  • The candidate must be 17 years old and medically fit.
  • The candidate’s parent(s) must be permanent residents of Bihar OR The candidate’s parent(s) work for the Bihar government OR the candidate’s parent(s) work for the government of India/Public Sector Undertaking of Government of India and are currently posted in Bihar.
Seats: 60 Mode: Full time, regular

Read more: Government Engineering College - [GEC], Vaishali Course Details

Government Engineering College, Vaishali Admissions

Government Engineering College, Vaishali conducts its admissions based on the rank card of the candidate. The candidate gets a rank card from UGEAC that tells the Unreserved Rank (UR) and the reserved rank. The Unreserved Rank is the rank when there are no reservations. The UR changes if a candidate comes under a reserved category and the resulting rank is the reserved rank of the candidate. The college has reserved seats for the candidates of backward classes.

How to apply?

  • After obtaining the result of JEE (MAINS), the candidate will have to go to the BCECEB website and apply for UGEAC.
  • To apply for UGEAC, the candidates will have to register themselves and make an account on the BCECEB website.
  • After making and activating the account, the candidates will have to sign in with their account and fill in their personal details.
  • The candidates will have to upload a scanned copy of their passport size photograph and signature.
  • The candidates will have to fill in their educational details and pay the Counselling Fee.
  • The Counselling Fee can be paid by Bank Challan or online.
  • The candidate must keep printed copies of the application form and the receipt of the Counselling Fee.
  • UGEAC will release rank cards that will have the UR and reserved rank of a candidate.
  • UGEAC will also release the cut-off/merit list for admission to its colleges. UGEAC will release the cut-off/merit list in the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd rounds.
  • Candidates can fill in the college of their choice based on their rank and the cut-off/merit list in their respective accounts.
  • Later at the time of counselling, the candidate will have to carry the necessary original documents.
  • After document verification and entry in the college database, the candidate must pay the fees for the course.
  • After the successful payment of fees, seat allotment is finalised.

The cut-off for Government Engineering College, Vaishali in the first round of counselling UGEAC 2020. GEC Vaishali Cutoff

Government Engineering College, Vaishali Scholarships

Government Engineering College, Vaishali provides the following two scholarships to its students:

  • AICTE Pragati Scholarship Scheme: The scheme provides INR 50,000 per annum to girls pursuing a technical degree from an AICTE approved institution, belonging to a financially weak family.
  • AICTE Saksham Scholarship Scheme: The scheme provides INR 50,000 per annum to specially-abled students pursuing a technical degree from an AICTE approved institution, being more than 40% disabled and belonging to a financially weak family.

Read more: Government Engineering College - [GEC], Vaishali - Scholarship Details

Government Engineering College, Vaishali Facilities

Government Engineering College, Vaishali runs on a temporary campus. The college’s campus has been under construction since 2018. The college runs on the campus of Government Polytechnic Vaishali, Bihar. Currently, the students of GEC, Vaishali make use of the facilities of Government Polytechnic Vaishali. Following are the facilities available to the students:

  • Computer labs: Air-conditioned labs with computers that are connected to a local network. The labs also have projectors and UPS power backup.
  • Library: Students are provided with a facility of a central library and reading rooms on the campus.
  • Wi-Fi: Students and staff can use the free Wi-Fi provided by college on the campus.
  • Sports: Students can play Volleyball, Cricket, Table Tennis, Badminton, and Football along with many indoor games.

Government Engineering College, Vaishali Faculty

  • Civil Engineering Faculty: 2 assistant professors and 1 guest assistant professor. 
  • Mechanical Engineering Faculty: 1 assistant professor, 2 guest assistant professors, and 1 contractual assistant professor. 
  • Electrical Engineering Faculty: 2 assistant professors and 1 guest assistant professor. 
  • Electronics & Communications Engineering Faculty: 1 assistant professor and 2 guest assistant professors.

Government Engineering College, Vaishali FAQs

Ques. Which documents will be required at the time of document verification?

Ans. Admit card of JEE (MAINS), Scorecard of JEE (MAINS), Mark sheet of 10th standard or equivalent exam, Mark sheet of 10+2 or equivalent exam, Residential Certificate, Caste Certificate, Passport size photographs, print out of UGEAC application form, Aadhar Card, any other documents proving reservation.

Ques. At the time of counselling, do we have to provide original documents or copies of the documents?

Ans. At the time of counselling and document verification, the candidate will have to submit documents in original.

Ques. Does the college have a hostel facility?

Ans. No, the college does not have a hostel facility yet. The campus of the college is under construction. The temporary campus also does not have a hostel facility yet.

Ques. How to contact the college authorities?

Ans. The college authorities can be contacted on the number 0621- 2262650. One can also contact them through the email ID enquiry@gcevaishali.org. 

Ques. Does the college provide a transportation facility?

Ans. No, the college does not provide a transportation facility yet. The temporary campus also does not provide a transportation facility yet.