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    About GEC Thrissur

    Government Engineering College Thrissur (GEC Thrissur), formerly known as Government Engineering College Trichur, is an ISO 9001:2008-certified institution. Established in 1957, it is regarded as one of the most reputed technical institutions in South India.

    • GEC Thrissur Accreditation and Approval: The institute is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).
    • Courses offered at GEC Thrissur are B.Tech, B.Arch, M.Tech, MCA, M.Planning, and Ph.D.
    • GEC Thrissur admissions are granted based on entrance exams and merit.
    • As per the NIRF report 2026, 489 B.Teech students secured placements at GEC Thrissur in 2025.

    GEC Thrissur offers courses in the branches of Engineering and Architecture, Sciences and Computer Applications. GEC Thissur Courses are offered at the UG and PG levels. The courses offered by GEC Thrissur include B.Tech, B.Arch, M.Tech, MCA, M.Planning, and Ph.D.  Government Engineering College Thrissur is an affiliated college of APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University.

    Admission to the B.Tech programme at GEC Thissur is granted based on the scores obtained in the Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical (KEAM) examination. GEC Thissur admission to the B.Arch programme is based on the National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) scores. Admission to the M.Tech programme is granted based on the scores obtained in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE). The GEC Thrissur fee structure for B.Tech course is Rs 34,600. 

    GEC Thrissur also has a placement cell, which provides placement assistance to the students and helps in getting the students placed in top companies. GEC Thissur Facilities include hostel accommodation for boys and girls, an auditorium, a cafeteria, IT infrastructure, a medical clinic, a library, sports, transport, laboratories and others. 

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    GEC Thrissur Cutoff 2025 Highlights

    The Government Engineering College Thrissur cutoff for KEAM 2025 has been released for round 1, 2, 3 and stray round. The round 1 Government Engineering College Thrissur KEAM cutoff 2025 for CSE was 670 for general category candidates. The round wise detail of GEC Thrissur cut off 2025 of B.Tech courses for general category is mentioned in the table below:

    Round Wise GEC Thrissur KEAM Cutoff 2025

    CoursesRound 1 Closing RankRound 3 Closing Rank
    B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering6701087
    B.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering14202042
    B.Tech Electrical and Electronics Engineering26923800
    B.Tech Mechanical Engineering46265750
    B.Tech Chemical Engineering66938267
    B.Tech Cyber Physical Systems70888955
    B.Tech Civil Engineering879711476
    B.Tech Production Engineering1300715454

    GEC Thrissur Placement 2025 Data

    The median package offered to UG students was Rs 8.25 LPA during GEC Thrissur placements in 2025, as per NIRF report 2026. The median average package offered was Rs 8 LPA furing PG placements at GEC Thrissur in 2025. The placement details of Government Engineering College Thrissur during recent years is mentioned in the table below:

    Year Wise GEC Thrissur Placement Comparison

    CourseMedian Package 2025
    Median Package 2024
    B.TechRs 8.25 LPARs 5.25 LPA
    B.ArchRs 3.8 LPARs 2.4 LPA
    PG 2 YearRs 8 LPARs 6 LPA
    M.ArchRs 3.6 LPARs 2.4 LPA

    GEC Thrissur Location

    Government Engineering College Thrissur (GEC Thrissur) is situated at Ramavarmapuram, Thrissur, Kerala.

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    GEC Thrissur Highlights

    ParameterDescription
    Established1957
    ExamKEAM
    Courses 6 Degrees and 36 Courses
    Institute TypeAffiliated College
    ApprovalsAICTE
    GenderCo-ed
    Faculty Count202
    Campus Size75 acres
    Gender PercentageMale 53% and Female 47%

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    GEC Thrissur Placements

    As per the GEC Thrissur NIRF 2026 data, 489 B.Tech students secured GEC Thrissur placements during the year 2025. According to the college data, GEC Thrissur highest package was Rs 32 lakhs per annum and GEC Thrissur average package was recorded to be Rs 7 LPA - Rs 7.75 LPA in 2023. As per the NIRF report 2026, the median package offered was Rs 8.25 LPA during B.Tech placements atGEC Thrissur in 2025.During PG placement at GEC Thrissur 198 PG 2 year students were placed in 2025.During B.Arch placments at GEC Thrissur, 24 students were placed wi...

    Domain

    Engineering and Architecture

    Level

    PG

    Year

    2 Years

    Statistics for Academic Year 2023-24

    ParticularsStatistics
    First year total students intake (2022-23)279
    Total students admitted (2022-23)230
    Total Graduated Students (2023-24)222
    Total Placed Students (2023-24)137
    Placement Percentage (2023-24)64.02%
    Total student gone for higher studies (2023-24)8
    Median Salary (2023-24)6.00 L

    Placement yearly trends

    Placement Percentage
    Source Data NIRF 2024

    Key takeaways from GEC Thrissur's Placement Statistics

    • The Placement Percentage of GEC Thrissur has decreased by 5.59 %
    • The Median salary of GEC Thrissur has decreased by 29.17 %
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    Student Diversification at GEC Thrissur

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    Demographic Representation
    Data Source: NIRF 2025

    Courses offered by GEC Thrissur

    GEC Thrissur Courses and Fees 2026Government Engineering College Thrissur courses are offered at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes. GEC Thrissur courses are offered in the branch of Engineering and Architecture, Sciences and Computer Applications. The GEC Thrissur courses are available in full-time mode, and the college offers a total of 36 courses. GEC Thrissur courses are B.Tech, B.Arch, M.Tech, MCA, M.Plan, and Ph.D.The B.Tech fees at GEC Thrissur fees is Rs 34,600.MCA fees at GEC Thrissur is Rs 49,170.GEC Thrissur M.Tech ...

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    GEC Thrissur Scholarship

    Government Engineering College Thrissur offers many scholarships to meritorious and deserving candidates. GEC Thrissur scholarships are Merit Cum Means Scholarship, E-GRANTZ Scholarship, Central Sector Scholarship and Snehapoorvam Project. 

    Candidates aspiring for Government Engineering College Thrissur scholarships have to first meet the eligibility criteria. The eligibility criteria comprise categories of the candidates, annual family income, minimum marks required in the qualifying exam, and family background. Candidates can avail of only one scholarship at a time at GEC Thrissur. After meeting the eligibility criteria ,candidates are awarded the GEC Thrissur scholarship amount, revised timely by the department concerned.  

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    GEC Thrissur Scholarships 

    Government Engineering College Thrissur offers various scholarships to support deserving students from different backgrounds. These scholarships aim to assist students based on merit, means, and specific social categories, ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder their academic journey. The details about the GEC Thrissur scholarships and their criteria are mentioned in the table below. 

     Government Engineering College Thrissur Scholarship and Eligibility Criteria

    Scholarship Name Eligibility Criteria 

    Merit Cum Means Scholarship

    Awarded to Muslim/Christian/Sikh/Buddhist/Jain category candidates


    Annual family income should be below Rs. 2.5 Lakhs


    Should have scored minimum 50% in the qualifying examination

    E-GRANTZ Scholarship

    Awarded to SC/ST/OEC/OBC/General category candidates


    Annual family income:


    SC/ST/OEC- No limit


    OBC converted to OEC- Rs. 6 lakhs


    OBC/General- Rs. 1 lakh

    Central Sector Scholarship

    For the students not belonging to creamy category


    Annual family income should be up to Rs. 6 lakhs


    Should have scored minimum 80% in the qualifying examination

    Snehapoorvam Project

    For the students, whose father, mother or both are expired and are living with the relatives


    Student and guardian should be from a BPL family

    Also Read: GEC Thissur Placements

    Government Engineering College Thrissur offers various scholarships to support meritorious and financially deserving students. Candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria, including family income, academic performance, and social background, to avail these scholarships. Students who satisfy the eligibility criteria can apply for GEC Thrissur scholarships.

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    Students Receiving Full Tuition Fee Reimbursement

    UG (4 years): 2015/2979
    UG (5 years): 76/204
    PG (2 years): 157/416

    Data Source: NIRF 2025

    GEC Thrissur Admission

    Government Engineering College Thrissur admissions is offered for undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level programmes. The various courses offered for GEC Thrissur admissions are B.Tech, B.Arch, M.Tech, MCA, M.Planning and Ph.D. For GEC Thrissur admission to the B.Tech programme, candidates have to appear for KEAM. After the declaration of the result, participating institutes release the cutoff.

    • GEC Thrissur admissions will be provided based on merit and scores obtained in the entrance tests.
    • Entrance exam accepted at GEC Thrissur : KEAM for B.Tech courses
    • GEC Thrissur admission criteria for B.Tech require candidates to pass Class XII and qualify in KEAM.
    • The admission process at GEC Thrissur involves submitting the application form, required documents, and payment of fees.

    Candidates have to give their preference to GEC Thrissur during counselling to get admission. According to the Government Engineering College Thrissur, the admission process for the B.Arch programme, candidates have to appear for NATA, conducted by the Council of Architecture (COA). For GEC Thrissur admission to the MCA programme, candidates are selected based on the merits of the qualifying exam. Candidates have to appear for GATE for GEC admission to the M.Tech programme. As per the GEC Thrissur admission procedure, candidates have to appear for a written test and/or interview for admission to the Ph.D programme. 

    Also Read: GEC Thissur Placements 

    How to Get Admission in GEC Thrissur?

    To get admission in GEC Thrissur, candidates must qualify KEAM for B.Tech, NATA for B.Arch, and GATE for M.Tech programmes. For PhD admissions, candidates need to clear GATE or UGC-CSIR NET.

    How to Apply for Government Engineering College Thrissur admissions 2026?

    For GEC Thrissur admissions, candidates are required to fulfil the eligibility criteria and appear for the entrance exam. Candidates need to follow the below mentioned GEC Thrissur application process before taking GEC Thrissur Kollam admissions.

    GEC Thrissur Registration Process 2026

    • Candidates have to visit the official website and register on it. (Note: While registering, make sure to provide a valid email ID and an active mobile number).
    • Fill in all the personal, academic and other details. Upload the documents in the original format.
    • Take a preview of the application form, pay the application fee and submit the GEC Thrissur admission application form online.
    • Keep the printout of the form for future reference.

    Also Read: GEC Thissur Courses

    Important Dates for GEC Thrissur Admissions 2026

    Interested candidates are required to register themselves and apply for the entrance examination for GEC Thrissur admissions. The last date to apply for KEAM 2026 has been extended till February 6, 2026. Candidates can check the details of KEAM 2026 dates for GEC Thrissur admissions in the table below:

    KEAM 2026 Dates for GEC Thrissur Admissions

    EventsDates
    KEAM 2026 exam datesApril 18 to 22, 2026
    Provisiona answer key for KEAM 2026April 22, 2026
    Release of KEAM 2026 resultOn or before May 10, 2026

    GEC Thrissur Admissions 2026 for UG Courses 

    GEC Thrissur admissions are provided to 2 courses at the undergraduate level. GEC Thissur UG courses include B.Tech and B.Arch with a duration of 4 and 5 years respectively.

    Government Engineering College Thrissur Admission Eligibility Criteria

    CoursesSeat Intake Eligibility Criteria 

    B.Tech

    840

    Minimum 50% marks in Mathematics and 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics together in 10+2 from a board recognised by Universities in Kerala + KEAM

    B.Arch

    40

    Minimum 50% aggregate marks in 10+2 from a board recognised by the Universities in Kerala with Mathematics + NATA 

    GEC Thrissur B.Arch Admission Process

    • Candidates should meet the Government Engineering College Thrissur admission eligibility criteria before applying for admissions. 
    • After that, candidates must appear for NATA, conducted by the Council of Architecture (COA).
    • After the declaration of results, the cutoff will be released. Candidates have to fill out the GEC Thrissur admission form and appear for counselling. (Note: Participating institutes hold their separate counselling process, wherein candidates are allotted seats on the basis of marks of the entrance test).
    • Finally, seats will be allotted and candidates have to submit the documents and pay the GEC Thrissur fees to confirm the admission.

    GEC Thrissur B.Tech Admissions 2026

    To apply for Government Engineering College Thrissur admission to the B.Tech course, students must appear in the KEAM exam. Mentioned below in the complete GEC Thrissur admission process.

    Government Engineering College Thrissur B.Tech Admission Process

    • Candidates must meet the GEC Thrissur admission eligibility criteria and then appear for the entrance exam (KEAM), conducted by the Commissioner of Entrance Examinations (CEE).
    • The results will be announced and the participating institutes will release the respective cutoff.
    • Candidates who meet the cutoff can apply for counselling, conducted by CEE and select GEC Thrissur as their choice.
    • Candidates will be allotted seats on the basis of merit scores of the entrance exam (50% weightage) and scores of Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics at 10+2 level (50% weightage).
    • Finally, candidates have to submit the documents for verification, pay the GEC Thrissur admission fees and confirm the admission.

    Also Read: GEC Thissur Cutoff

    GEC Thrissur Admissions 2026 for PG Courses 

    There are 21 PG courses offered for Government Engineering College Thrissur admissions that are MCA, M.Tech and M.Plan urban planning with a duration of 2 years (all PG courses).

    GEC Thrissur Admission Criteria

    CoursesSeat Intake Eligibility Criteria 

    MCA

    60

    Passed BCA/bachelor’s degree in Computer Science Engineering or equivalent, recognised by the Universities in Kerala

    M.Tech

    171

    Minimum 60% aggregate marks in the Engineering degree examination from an institute approved by AICTE/UGC + GATE 

    M.Planning

    18

    50% marks in bachelor's degree in Planning/ Architecture/ Civil Engineering/ Geography/ Economics/ Social Sciences or equivalent degree

    Government Engineering College Thrissur MCA Admission Process

    • Candidates have to first meet the GEC Thissur admission eligibility criteria and then apply for registration.
    • After that candidates will be selected on the basis of a rank list drawn from the marks (index marks) obtained by the candidates in the qualifying examination.
    • Selected candidates have to visit the institute, submit the document for verification and pay the GEC Thrissur admission fees to confirm the admission.

    GEC Thrissur M.Tech Admission Process

    • Candidates are required to meet the GEC Thrissur admission eligibility criteria and then appear for GATE.
    • After the result declaration, the cutoff will be released and candidates have to fill out the college application form.
    • The institute will shortlist candidates based on the rank list, prepared on the basis of the entrance test.
    • In case of insufficient GATE-qualified candidates, seats will be filled from among the Keralite candidates based on the percentage of marks up to 6 semesters.
    • After the preparation of the rank list based on GATE scores/percentage of marks, shortlisted candidates have to submit the documents for verification and pay the GEC Thrissur admission fees to confirm admission.

    Government Engineering College Thrissur M.Planning Admission Process

    • Candidates with the desired course eligibility can apply for the programme.
    • GEC Thrissur admission follows in selecting candidates based on the merit scores of the qualifying examination.
    • The college will publish the list of the selected candidates rank list based on their performance.
    • Finally, the selected candidates can pay the GEC Thrissur admissions fee, to complete the admissions procedure for the M.Planning course. 

    Also Read: GEC Thissur Facilities 

    GEC Thrissur Ph.D Admissions

    GEC Thrissur offers a six-year full-time Ph.D programme. The college offers Ph.D specialisations in chemical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering and mathematics.

    Government Engineering College Thrissur Admission Selection Criteria

    CoursesEligibility Criteria 

    Ph.D

    Passed master’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Architecture or minimum CGPA of 6.5 in master’s degree by research in Engineering/Technology (master’s programme based on valid GATE score) + UGC-CSIR NET

    Government Engineering College Thrissur Ph.D Admission Process

    • Candidates first have to meet the GEC Thrissur admission eligibility criteria and then apply for admissions.
    • Candidates exempted from GATE/UGC-CSIR NET who possess master’s degrees having three years of teaching experience in AICTE-approved/ NBA-accredited departments or colleges or three years of experience in a reputed industry or have a fellowship/scholarship from a government agency.
    • Afterwards, candidates have to fill out the GEC Thrissur admission application form and have to appear for a written test and interview.
    • Candidates will be selected based on their performance. Then, selected candidates have to submit the documents and pay the GEC Thrissur admission fee to confirm the admission.

    Documents Required for GEC Thrissur Admissions

    • Certificate to prove date of birth
    • Aadhar card (1 Copy)
    • 10th  Original Mark Sheet/ 10th Certificate  
    • 12th  Original Mark Sheet 12th Certificate
    • Admit Card/Score Sheet/Datasheet of KEAM
    • GATE scorecard/ admit card
    • NATA scorecard/ admit card
    • Other entrance exam scorecards/ admit card
    • Originals of all documents and certificates uploaded with the online application of KEAM
    • Transfer certificate from the institution last attended
    • Course & Conduct Certificate
    • Migration Certificate, if applicable
    • Passport Size Photo
    • Stamp Size Photo

    Candidates should submit the above-listed documents to the college during the time of GEC Thrissur admission. Admission to Government Engineering College Thrissur is based on merit and entrance exam scores, such as KEAM for B.Tech, NATA for B.Arch, and GATE for M.Tech. Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria, register online, and submit required documents to secure admission.

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    GEC Thrissur Facilities

    Government Engineering College Thrissur provides many facilities like boys hostel, girls hostel, library, sports, cafeteria, auditorium, medical clinic, IT infrastructure, transport, laboratories, convenience store, bank and post office. GEC Thrissur facilities are available for students, college staff, and faculty members. GEC Thrissur hostel facilities are available for both boys and girls students. The hostels are well-furnished and well-ventilated and provide comfortable accommodation to outstation students.Government Engineering College Th...
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    Student Reviews for GEC Thrissur

    College Infrastructure: 3.9/5
    Academics: 3.5/5
    Placements: 4.1/5
    Value for Money: 1.1/5
    Campus Life: 4.7/5

    I love my GEC.

    Verified Review

    College Infrastructure

    The college has fairly good infrastructure facilities. All facilities like lab, hostels, library are available. the campus has sports facilities, auditoriums, and recreational spaces for students. campus life and social life is actually nice.

    The college is the finest in Kerala, no doubt about it.

    Verified Review

    College Infrastructure

    The college was established a long time back and is quite old in terms of its infrastructure, but a new block for mechanical engineering was recently inaugurated indicating that development is still being made. The toilets are kept just neat enough and all other facilities such as labs, hostels and libraries are well maintained.

    My UG journey in Govt.Engineering College, Thrissur

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    College Infrastructure

    The college has fairly good infrastructural facilities. All facilities like labs, workshops with advanced machines are available. As there are governmental benefits infrastructure can be improved in a better way.

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    can I get seat in gec thrissur with 36 percentile in jee mains

    Dear

    According to the information with a 36 percentile in JEE Main, securing a seat at Government Engineering College (GEC), Thrissur might be quite challenging as the cutoffs for this institution are generally higher. GEC Thrissur typically requires a higher rank for admission to their B.Tech programs.

    However, don't lose

    Hii

    Last year the last closing rank for computer science engineering in government engineering college trissur for state merit was 1609. It was of last round that is third round through KEAM. Hope it helps

    Hello Student,

    The Government College of Engineering, Kannur is a state-sponsored engineering college affiliated to APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University, Kerala, India.


    Placement-> The highest package of 2021-2022 is 8 lakh per annum. And the lowest package is 2 lakh per annum for further queries related to placements kindly refer

    GEC Thrissur Contact Address

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    Government Engineering College, Thrissur - 680009, Kerala, India

    GEC Thrissur Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

    1: What is the affiliation and accreditation of GEC Thrissur?

    GEC Thrissur is affiliated with APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (APJAKTU). The institution is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) and approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).

    2: Does GEC Thrissur offer scholarships to students?

    Yes, GEC Thrissur offers various scholarships, including Merit Cum Means Scholarships and the E-GRANTZ Scholarship, among others. These scholarships are available to students based on their eligibility criteria such as family income and academic performance.

    3: What facilities are available at GEC Thrissur?

    GEC Thrissur provides a wide range of facilities, including hostel accommodation for both boys and girls, an auditorium, cafeteria, medical clinic, sports facilities, IT infrastructure, laboratories, and a library. The college also has a dedicated placement cell to assist students in securing jobs.

    4: Where is GEC Thrissur located?

    Government Engineering College Thrissur is located at Ramavarmapuram, Thrissur, Kerala. The campus is easily accessible and provides a conducive environment for academic and extracurricular activities.

    5: When was Government Engineering College Thrissur (GEC Thrissur) established?

    Government Engineering College Thrissur was established in 1957 and is one of the oldest and most reputed technical institutions in South India. It has been recognised for its contributions to engineering education.

    6: Does GEC Thrissur have a placement cell?

    Yes, GEC Thrissur has a placement cell that provides assistance to students in securing placements with top companies. The placement cell of GEC Thrissur organises workshops, seminars, and various other activities.

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