GKM College of Engineering And Technology Admission
B.Tech./B.E. applicants must have completed their Higher Secondary Examinations (10+2). The age limit for these programs is a maximum of 21 years as of July. For MCA admissions, candidates should have passed a Bachelor's or Master's Degree Examination. For MBA admissions, candidates should hold a Bachelor's or Master's Degree and must also participate in the CAT/MAT exam, as well as a personal interview and group discussion.UG admissions at GKMCET are based on the Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) rank, which is conducted online by Anna University. Candidates applying for the first semester of the M.E. program should have passed an appropriate undergraduate examination from Anna University. PG admissions are based on the Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test (TANCET) conducted by Anna University. Candidates interested in MBA/M.E./MCA courses at GKMCET must also appear for the TANCET exam. To apply for admission, candidates must fill out the prescribed form available in the prospectus either at the campus or online. Eligibility is confirmed based on pass percentage.
GKM College of Engineering and Technology Highlights
| Name of the College | GKM College of Engineering and Technology |
| College Type | Private |
| Basic Admission Criteria | Merit-based/ TNEA Rank/ TANCET |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Name of the Entrance | B.Tech/B.E. – TNEA Rank M.E./MCA – TANCET MBA – MAT/CAT |
| Entrance Mode | Offline |
| Counselling | Online |
| Scholarship | Yes |
GKMCET B.Tech/B.E. Admission
Admission to the B.Tech/B.E. program is primarily based on the marks obtained in the qualifying examinations. The essential eligibility requirement for this program is a 12th-grade education in the Science stream with a minimum of 50% marks, having Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects.
Candidates who hold a B.Sc. degree or a Diploma in Engineering with at least 55% marks from the State Board of Technical Education, Tamil Nadu, or an equivalent institution are eligible for lateral admissions to the program.
Key Points to Note:
1. There is a 5% relaxation in marks for BC/BCM candidates and a 10% relaxation for MBC/SC/SCA/ST candidates in the qualifying examination.
2. During the counseling process, candidates should verify seat availability based on their ranking in the TNEA conducted by Anna University and their merit in the qualifying examination.
3. The college also offers lateral entry to the second year of B.E./B.Tech. programs. Candidates eligible for this must have passed a Diploma or B.Sc. with a minimum of 55% marks (with a 5-10% relaxation for reserved categories) from the State Board of Technical Education or an equivalent recognized university.
4. After completing the counseling registration, candidates need to fill out a separate application form provided by the college and pay the prescribed fee.
| Course Name |
Specializations |
Minimum Eligibility |
Selection Criteria |
| B.E. |
Mechanical Engineering
Computer Science & Engineering
Electronics and Communication Engineering
Civil Engineering
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Marine Engineering
Automobile Engineering
Aeronautical Engineering |
Higher Secondary Examinations of (10+2) Curriculum (Academic Stream) prescribed by the Government of Tamil Nadu with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry as three of the four subjects of study. |
Merit-based upon the qualifying examination/TNEA Rank Card |
| B.Tech |
Information Technology
Bio-Medical Engineering |
Higher Secondary Examinations of (10+2) Curriculum (Academic Stream) prescribed by the Government of Tamil Nadu with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry as three of the four subjects of study. |
Merit-based upon the qualifying examination/TNEA Rank Card |
GKMCET M.E., MBA, MCA Admission
The college offers postgraduate programs in M.E., MBA, and MCA. Admission to these programs is based on merit. Applicants should hold an undergraduate degree from Anna University or an equivalent institution as recognized by the Tamil Nadu Government.
The Tamil Nadu Common Admission (TANCA) and the University Syndicate update the admission criteria annually. To apply for these programs, candidates need to complete the application form, available both online and offline, and pay a fee of INR 1000 in the specified format.
Key Admission Points:
Lateral entry admissions to degree programs, except for B.E./B. Tech courses are not eligible.
Lateral entry admissions to degree programs, except for B.E./B. Tech courses are not eligible.
| Course Name |
Specialization |
Minimum Eligibility |
Selection Criteria |
| M.E. |
Computer Science and Engineering
Embedded System Technologies Engineering
CAD
Communications Engineering
Computer Integrated Manufacturing
Energy Engineering
Engineering Design
Computer Networks
Software Engineering
Power Systems Engineering
Digital Signal Processing
Construction Engineering and Management
Biometrics and Cyber Security
Biomedical Engineering |
Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field with minimum 50% marks. |
TANCET/GATE |
| M.Tech |
Nano Technology |
Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field with minimum 50% marks. |
TANCET/GATE |
| MBA |
Marketing
Finance
Human Resource
Systems
Operations Management |
Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in any discipline with 50% marks. |
CAT/MAT |
| MCA |
- |
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with Mathematics at 10+2 level or Graduate level. |
TANCET |
GKMCET Application Process
GKM College of Engineering and Technology in Chennai is now accepting Registration Forms for its B.Tech./B.E., MBA, MCA, and M.Tech/M.E. programs through both online and offline modes. The admission process is consistent across all programs offered by the college.
Candidates interested in the B.E./B. Tech program should register for TNEA online by May 31, 2024. For M.E./M. Tech admissions, candidates are required to take the annual TANCET exam conducted by Anna University. Admission to PG programs at GKMCET is based on TANCA counseling.
The college will assign admission numbers and release the rank list on its website by June 22, 2024. Candidates who qualify can participate in online counseling for admission.
To apply, candidates should fill out the prescribed registration form online or offline after confirming their eligibility based on their qualifying exam and entrance test scores. A registration fee is also required for the application.
Required Documents for Application:
1. 10th and 12th Mark Sheets
2. Transfer Certificate
3. Character/Conduct Certificate
4. Migration Certificate
5. Nativity Certificate (for out-of-state students)
6. Community Certificate
7. UG Semester Mark Sheets
8. Course Completion Certificate
9. Consolidated Mark Sheet
10. Provisional Certificate
11. Degree Certificate
12. During the physical counseling session at the college, candidates must present these documents for verification.
GKMCET Admission 2024 Dates
| Event | Date |
| TNEA Registration Timeline | May 05, 2024 - Jun 04, 2024Tentative |
| TNEA Counselling Timeline | Aug 02, 2024 - Oct 03, 2024Tentative |
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