About Goa College of Engineering
Goa College of Engineering is the Government of Goa engineering college at Farmagudi, Ponda, running B.E. in seven branches, M.E. programmes and PhD research under Goa University.
Goa College of Engineering, also called Government College of Engineering, Goa, is the oldest engineering college in the state and is run by the state government. It is located in the Bhausaheb Bandodkar Technical Education Complex at Farmagudi, Ponda. The college offers B.E. degrees in civil, mechanical, electrical and electronics, electronics and telecommunication, computer, information technology and mining engineering. Its M.E. programmes include power and energy engineering, industrial engineering and computer science, and it supervises PhD research. Degrees are awarded by Goa University, which also sets the PhD entrance test.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Technology | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Technology | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy Accepts: GU-PET |
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, Lateral
The college runs B.E., M.E. and PhD programmes under Goa University. M.E. admission for 2026-27 is through the college admission portal, with seats for candidates with and without a GATE-type qualifying score and later spot rounds. Diploma holders can seek direct second-year admission in some B.E. branches, and PhD entry is through the Goa University PhD Entrance Test (GU-PET).
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.
Where these courses lead
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Other colleges in Ponda
Indian Institute of Technology Goa
Frequently asked questions
Which B.E. branches are offered at GEC Goa?
Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics, Electronics and Telecommunication, Computer, Information Technology and Mining Engineering.
How do I apply for M.E.?
Through the M.E. admission page on the college portal (gecis.gec.ac.in).
Which test is needed for PhD?
The Goa University PhD Entrance Test (GU-PET).
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- Goa College of Engineering · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Master's Programmes - Goa University · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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