JNTUK Kakinada: Admission, Courses, Fees, Placements

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada (JNTUK) was established in 1946. Earlier it was called ‘The College of Engineering, Vizagpatnam’. It is located at the port city of Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh and has now developed into a campus of 110 acres.

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada admissions are offered for UG, PG and doctoral level courses. For Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada UG admissions there is an eligibility criteria set by the university and the selection is on the basis of the marks a candidate obtains in EAMCET, which is an entrance exam conducted by the Government of Andhra Pradesh. 

JNTUK Kakinada has been recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE). NAAC has accredited Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada and it has given a grade of ‘A’ to the university. JNTUK Kakinada has a total student enrollment of more than 3000 and has a faculty of more than 130. 

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada Location

JNTUK Kakinada is located at Kakinada in Andhra Pradesh. There is a distance of 62 kms from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada location to Rajahmundry airport. 3.4 kms is the distance between Kakinada Town Junction railway station and JNTUK Kakinada. Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada and Kakinada RTC Bus Complex and Depot are at a distance of 2.6 kms.

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada Latest News and Events

• JNTUK Kakinada – 72nd Republic day celebrations held on January 26, 2021.

• JNTUK Kakinada – A Green Campus Initiative Programme(Inauguration of Jungle Book) held on January 27, 2020

• JNTUK Kakinada – National Girl Child Day Celebrations held on January 24, 2020

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada Awards, Recognition, and Accreditation

• The university has been recognised by the UGC.

• JNUTK has been accredited by NAAC and awared an ‘A’ grade.

• The university has been approved by AICTE.

JNTUK Kakinada Collaborations

• Spoken Tutorials, IIT Bombay

• Marine Navigation and Communication Research Centre

• Truzio Technologies India Private Limited

• Chicago State University

• Infotech Enterprises

• SHE Foundation

• University of Canada West

• University of Highlands and Islands

• TCS

• Wipro

• Honeywell Technology Solutions

• BEL, Bangalore

• Central Michigan University

• Tejas Networks Ltd

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada Notable Alumni

JNTUK Kakinada Clubs, Committees, and Societies

JNTUK Kakinada has various committees and societies which are provided so that the students have a safe and comfortable learning environment. Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada clubs and committees help the students in exploring their talents and learn essential life skills to lead a fruitful life. Some Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada committees and clubs are - 

• NCC Cell - The NCC cell provides students a platform to get familiar with the military culture and to participate in new and exciting activities like - drills, adventure activities, camps, etc

• NSS Cell - The idea of social welfare is instilled in the students by NSS. Students are taught to serve society without any bias. There are regular activities (120 hours) and annual special camps (120 hours) which can be done by the volunteers. 

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada Facilities

The university provides many facilities to the students and staff. Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada facilities include separate hostels for boys and girls, a library, cafeteria, auditorium, laboratories, medical facilities and many other facilities. Separate hostels with all basic facilities are provided to the students of JNTUK Kakinada. The library of the university has all the necessary resources to help the students with their academics. This includes books, journals, magazines, e-books, etc. The cafeteria provides healthy and tasty meals to the students and staff.  The classrooms of the university are equipped with the latest audio-visual equipment. JNTUK Kakinada has the latest and modern IT infrastructure. More details about Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada facilities are available on the facilities and infrastructure page. 

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JNTUK Kakinada Courses

The University offers admissions to UG, PG and post-PG programs. Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada courses are more than 60 in number. Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada UG courses include - Bachelor of Technology and Bachelor of Pharmacy. MTech, MPharma, MCA, MS and MBA are the PG courses offered by JNTUK Kakinada. Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada offers PhD courses in Civil, CSE, ECE, EEE, Maths, MBA, Mech and Physics. 

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada Courses and Eligibility Criteria

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Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada Admissions

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada admissions happen through entrance examinations. The exams which are considered for Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada admission are - EAMCET, ECET, GATE, APICET and GPAT. 70% of the seats are reserved for candidates who qualify for the entrance examination whereas the rest 30% of seats are reserved for the management/NRI quota. Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada admissions happen either through counseling of the respective entrance exam or by enrollment with JNTUK Kakinada. 

JNTUK Kakinada Admission Process (B.Tech and B.Pharma)

• Check the eligibility criteria

• Appear for EAMCET/ECET (lateral entry).

• Cutoffs are released and candidates are shortlisted. 

• Appear for AP EAMCET. 

• Document verification and payment of fees

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada M.S Admission Process

• Fulfill the eligibility criteria.

• Apply for admission to the university.

• Admission is done based on merit in the qualifying examination. 

• Candidates are shortlisted based on merit in the qualifying examination. 

• Appear for university counselling.

• Verification of documents and payment of the JNTUK Kakinada admission fee.

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada PG Admission Process (M.Tech and M.Pharma)

• Fulfill the eligibility criteria.

• Appear for GATE (for M.Tech) and GPAT (for M.Pharma)

• Apply for admission to the university.

• Candidates are shortlisted based on their performance.

• Appear for university counselling. 

• Document verification and payment of JNTUK Kakinada.

JNTUK Kakinada PG Admission Process (M.B.A and M.C.A)

• Meet the eligibility criteria.

• Appear for the APICET entrance examination.

• Candidates are shortlisted.

• Report to the help centers for document verification.

• Seat allotment is done.

• Payment of fees.

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Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada Scholarships

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada scholarships include two AICTE scholarship schemes - Pragati Scholarship Scheme and Saksham Scholarship Scheme. Pragati scholarship is meant for girls pursuing technical education. The eligibility for this scholarship is that the family income should not exceed 8 lakhs per annum. The selection of the candidate is based on the basis of merit in the qualifying examination. The second Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada scholarship is the Saksham scholarship for specially-abled students who are looking to pursue technical education. The eligibility criteria for this scholarship is the same as that for the Pragati scholarship scheme. 

JNTUK Kakinada Scholarship Applying Process

• Apply online on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).

• JNTUK Kakinada will verify the online application.

• Second level verification is done by the Department of Technical Education. 

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada Placements

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada placement and training department helps the students in getting placed in the company they desire. Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada placement process takes into account the interest of the students and also the interests of the companies. Maintaining good relationships with the industry is the job of the JNTUK Kakinada placement department. The companies are invited through mail by JNTUK Kakinada. students who are interested in participating in the placement drive have to get themselves registered during the Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada placement drive. Pre-placement talks are conducted by the companies before the start of the recruitment process. In the placement procedure tests and group, discussions are conducted by the companies. The final round includes both technical and HR interviews. The candidates in which the companies are interested are offered jobs. 

JNTUK Kakinada Placement Statistics UG (4 Years) 2018-19

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada Placement Statistics PG (2 Years) 2018-19

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