GUJCET 2026 exam on 29 March, ACPC counseling registration opens 15 May

The Admission Committee for Professional Courses (ACPC) – Gujarat has announced the schedule for the 2026-27 Bachelor of Engineering admission cycle. The GUJCET 2026 examination is slated for 29 March 2026, with ACPC counseling registration commencing on 15 May 2026.

These dates are crucial for aspirants seeking admission to engineering colleges across Gujarat, a state recognized for its significant chemical and industrial sectors. The admission process for state colleges typically reserves 80% of seats for students from the Gujarat board.

Top Chemical Engineering Colleges in Gujarat for 2026

Institute of Technology, Nirma University, Ahmedabad, has been identified as the top chemical engineering college in Gujarat for 2026, offering a high return on investment (ROI). IIT Gandhinagar is recognized as the best overall engineering college in the state, requiring JEE Advanced for admission, while SVNIT Surat is the leading NIT, accepting JEE Main scores.

Among private institutions, Nirma University and DA-IICT are prominent. LD College of Engineering (LDCE) in Ahmedabad stands as the best government college. Government GEC colleges generally charge annual fees under Rs. 10,000, with tuition fees exempted for female students in these institutions as per government norms.

Admission Criteria and Key Examinations

Admission to Bachelor of Engineering programs in Gujarat typically requires candidates to have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. GUJCET is the primary state examination for admission to state colleges, while JEE Main is used for NITs and some private institutions. IIT Gandhinagar requires JEE Advanced scores for admission.

For Vishwakarma Government Engineering College (VGEC), Chandkheda, Gandhinagar, admission to B.E. programs is merit-based through ACPC. This considers 50% from 12th Standard PCM theory marks and 50% from the GUJCET score. VGEC, established in August 1994 and affiliated with Gujarat Technological University (GTU), offers 10 undergraduate and 2 postgraduate programs, with its Electrical, Instrumentation & Control, and Chemical Engineering departments holding NBA accreditation.

Ranking Methodology and Institutional Overview

The ranking methodology for engineering colleges in Gujarat considers several factors. Placement records contribute 40 points, NIRF government rankings account for 30 points, total fees are assigned 20 points, and teaching quality receives 10 points. This approach aims to provide a full evaluation for prospective students.

K.J. Institute of Engineering & Technology, established in 2009, is affiliated with Gujarat Technological University, Ahmedabad, and approved by AICTE. For admission to K.J. Institute of Engineering & Technology, applicants are advised to visit the website, navigate to the admissions 2026 section, register online, complete the form, upload scanned documents, and pay the application fee. Candidates for B.E. programs at VGEC must register on the ACPC portal and participate in the choice-filling process.

Further reading

• Apply for Gujarat 2026 B-Tech via JEE Main/Advanced or GUJCET, then ACPC counseling
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