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Ramkrishna Mahato Government Engineering College, formerly known as Purulia Government Engineering College, is commonly referred to as RKMGEC. The college was established in 2016 and is affiliated with MAKAUT, with approval from AICTE. RKMGEC offers undergraduate programs in various engineering fields, including five specializations in the B.Tech program.
Admission to the B.Tech program is based on the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination (WBJEE). To be eligible, candidates must have completed 10+2 with at least 45% marks in subjects such as Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, Computer Science, or Computer Application. The overall cutoff rank for the WBJEE for the General Category is 6261 - 18147. The first-year B.Tech fee at RKMGEC ranges from INR 6,000 to INR 12,000. For lateral entry into the B.Tech program at RKMGEC, candidates typically need a diploma in engineering with a minimum aggregate of 45% marks. They are also required to take the Joint Entrance Lateral Engineering Test (JELET) and participate in counseling.
According to the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), RKMGEC offers 315 seats each year for the B.Tech program, with 60-63 seats available for each specialization. Admissions are conducted offline, considering the WBJEE scores. Eligible candidates must attend a decentralized counseling process before finalizing their admissions.
Ramkrishna Mahato Government Engineering College provides a 4-year full-time on-campus Bachelor of Technology or B.Tech programs in a variety of disciplines. Lateral entrants can also be admitted in the third semester.
Course | B.Tech | B.Tech (L) |
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Duration | B.Tech – 4 years |
B.Tech (L) – 3 years |
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Type | Full-time |
Seat Intake | 315 |
Number of Specialisations | 5 |
Specialisations* | Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Computer Science and Engineering Electronics and Communication Engineering |
First-Year Fee | INR 6,000-12,000 |
Basic Eligibility Criteria | A minimum of 45% marks in 10+2 with PCM |
Basic Admission Criteria | Entrance-based and state-level counselling |
*Specializations are the same for B.Tech Lateral.
For admission to the B.Tech course, a candidate must satisfy the following eligibility criteria.
Ramkrishna Mahato Government Engineering College (RKMGEC) admits students through the WBJEE exam. For the General category, the WBJEE cutoff rank in 2024 ranged from 6,261 to 18,147, while in 2023, it was slightly wider, ranging from 6,769 to 19,762.
Courses | Round 1 (Closing rank) 2024 | Round 2 (Closing rank) 2024 | Round 1 (Closing rank) 2023 | Round 2 (Closing rank) 2023 |
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B.Tech Computer Science Engineering | 6261 | 6980 | 6769 | 7669 |
B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering | 8542 | 9531 | 8731 | 11650 |
B.Tech Electrical Engineering | 10945 | 12234 | 11686 | 17833 |
B.Tech Mechanical Engineering | 15992 | 17271 | 16052 | 25696 |
B.Tech Civil Engineering | 18147 | 20728 | 19762 | 27400 |
Ramkrishna Mahato Government Engineering College (RKMGEC) also admits diploma holders through the JELET exam for lateral entry into the second year. For the General category, the JELET 2024 cutoff rank ranged from 671 to 808, while in 2023, it was slightly more competitive, ranging from 608 to 764.
Courses | Round 1 (Closing rank) 2024 | Round 2 (Closing rank) 2024 | Round 1 (Closing rank) 2023 | Round 2 (Closing rank) 2023 |
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B.Tech (Lateral) Electrical Engineering | 671 | 742 | 608 | 619 |
B.Tech (Lateral) Civil Engineering | 681 | 800 | 650 | 664 |
B.Tech (Lateral) Computer Science & Engineering | 684 | 722 | 699 | 718 |
B.Tech (Lateral) Mechanical Engineering | 771 | - | 764 | 1029 |
B.Tech (Lateral) Electronics & Communication Engineering | 808 | 941 | 746 | 875 |
Purulia Government Engineering College, Block – LB/11, Sector – III, LB Block, Salt Lake City, Kolkata, West Bengal – 700098.
Ques. How can I get admission to RKMGEC?
Ans. Admission to RKMGEC is done through the WBJEE entrance exam for first-year B.Tech programs. For lateral entry into the second year, students must qualify for the JELET exam. After securing a valid rank, candidates must participate in centralized WBJEEB counselling, fill in their choices, and confirm their admission based on seat allotment.
Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for B.Tech at RKMGEC?
Ans. To be eligible for B.Tech at RKMGEC, students must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, and one of Chemistry, Computer Science, or Biology, with at least 45% aggregate marks. They must also be at least 17 years old at the time of admission. Diploma holders with 45% can apply for lateral entry through the JELET exam.
Ques. What are the cutoff ranks for admission to RKMGEC?
Ans. The WBJEE cutoff ranks for 2024 at RKMGEC ranged from 6,261 to 18,147 for General category students, depending on the branch. CSE had the lowest closing rank at 6,261, while Civil Engineering had the highest at 18,147. Cutoffs may vary each year based on availability, difficulty level, and student preferences during counseling.
Ques. How to reach out the college for admission queries?
Ans. The college has an official website which can be clicked for details. To visit the college in person visit at P.O Ramamoti, P.S Joypur, Purulia 723103. Alternatively contact admission cell at 8509073470 for details related to latest updates.
Course | Fees | Eligibility | Application Date | Action |
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B.Tech 5 Courses | ₹6,000 - 12,000 (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 with 45% + WBJEE | 22 Jan - 23 Feb 2025 | |
B.Tech {Lateral} 5 Courses | ₹6,000 - 12,000 (1st Year Fees) | Diploma with 45% + JELET | - |
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B.Tech Civil Engineering, | Admission Link |
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Events | Dates |
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WBJEE 2025 Result Date | Aug 07, 2025 |
JELET 2025 Exam Date | Jun 15, 2025 |
WB JELET 2025 Exam Date [B.Tech] (Lateral) | Jun 15, 2025 |
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