College

Department of Geo-Engineering, Andhra University

Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh · State govt · Est. 1980

Also known as Geo-Engineering and Resource Development Technology, Andhra University, AU Geo Engineering

About Department of Geo-Engineering, Andhra University

Andhra University’s Geo-Engineering department in Visakhapatnam runs B.Tech Geo Informatics, M.Tech in Geo-Engineering and Remote Sensing, and PhD research.

The Department of Geo-Engineering, also called Geo-Engineering and Resource Development Technology, grew out of the Engineering Geology division of Civil Engineering and became independent in 1980. It offers a B.Tech in Geo Informatics, an M.Tech in Geo-Engineering, a four-semester M.Tech in Remote Sensing, and a PhD in Geo Engineering. Its Centre for Remote Sensing and Information Systems was sanctioned in 1983, and an ISRO-funded remote sensing and GIS laboratory supports joint teaching and research. The department suits students interested in GIS, remote sensing, engineering geology and natural resource mapping.

Courses and fees

CourseModeDurationSeatsFee per yearTotal fee
Bachelor of Technology Full-time 4 yrs — — —
Master of Technology Full-time 2 yrs — — —
Doctor of Philosophy Full-time — — — —

Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.

Admission

Admission through: Entrance test

Admission to the B.Tech programme is through the AP EAPCET (EAMCET) rank and state counselling, while Andhra University also runs AUEET for self-supported B.Tech seats. M.Tech seats go to GATE holders first and then by AUCET or AU entrance rank, and MCA admission is through AP ICET. PhD admission follows the Andhra University research admission notification issued by the Directorate of Admissions.

Typical eligibility

  • Bachelor of Technology: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Mathematics; At least 45% marks in Class 12; one more subject from the AICTE list (e.g. Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology)
  • Master of Technology: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Technology; At least 50% marks in UG; B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline; GATE score preferred
  • Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG

The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.

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Facilities

  • Labs
  • Library

Where these courses lead

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Frequently asked questions

What UG course does AU Geo-Engineering offer?

A B.Tech in Geo Informatics.

How long is the M.Tech in Remote Sensing?

It runs for four semesters (two years).

Does the department have a remote sensing lab?

Yes, an ISRO-funded remote sensing and GIS laboratory.

Sources

Information verified on 26 Oct 2026

  1. Department of Geo-Engineering, Andhra University · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
  2. Directorate of Admissions, Andhra University · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
  3. Andhra University · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026