Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU) Kakinada, formerly known as The College of Engineering, Vishakhapatnam, was established in 1946. It offers a variety of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctorate courses through its five engineering departments.
JNTUK has two constituent colleges and a handful of private affiliated colleges, and candidates seeking admission to university courses must take the entrance exam administered by JNTUK on behalf of APSCHE. This entrance exam will grant admission to several professional courses offered on the university campus/private affiliated colleges in Andhra Pradesh.
- Candidates for admission to the university's UG programs must have passed the 10+2 examination with a minimum aggregate score.
- Admission to UG courses is determined by the AP-EAMCET (Engineering, Agriculture, and Medical Common Entrance Test).
- Candidates seeking admission should fill out the application form on the official EAMCET website.
- For PG courses, GATE results are recognised for admission to the M.Tech program.
- Candidates for admission to the M.Pharm program must have a valid GPAT score.
- Andhra Pradesh residents can apply for PG courses through the AP PGECET.
- Candidates for the university's MBA and MCA programs are selected via the AP ICET, which is administered by Andhra University in Visakhapatnam on behalf of APSCHE.
- Selection to Ph.D. programs will be based on the candidate's performance in the AP RCET, followed by an interview.
Undergraduate Courses
JNUTK provides a diverse range of undergraduate scientific courses. The institute's Under-Graduate level courses last four years. The following are the necessary details for admission:
Courses
B.Tech. |
Specializations |
Eligibility Criteria |
Civil Engineering
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electronics and Communication Engineering
Computer Science Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering
Bio-Medical Engineering
Information Technology
Electronics and Control Engineering
Electronics and Computer Engineering
Aeronautical Engineering
Instrumentation and Control Engineering
Bio-Technology
Automobile Engineering
Mining
Petroleum Technology/Petroleum Engineering
Petrochemical Engineering
Aviation Engineering
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
Metallurgical Engineering
Power Engineering
Agriculture Engineering
Textile Engineering |
The aspirants need to have Physics and Mathematics as main subjects in Higher Secondary. The minimum marks for applying is 45%. |
| Food Engineering |
Candidates must have pasdded 10+2 with minimum 50% marks with PCM |
| B.Pharm. |
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The aspirants need to have Physics and Mathematics as main subjects in Higher Secondary. The minimum marks for applying is 45% |
| B.Arch. |
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Candidates must have obtained 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Candidates must possess a valid score in NATA. |
At the UG level, the institute's B.Tech. course is extremely respected, and thousands of candidates compete in EAMCET each year for admission to JNTUK.
The qualifying percentage of marks for the AP-EAMCET is 25% of the total marks considered for ranking. However, there is no minimum qualifying score for candidates from Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes.
Postgraduate Courses
At the postgraduate level, the institute provides a wide range of specialisations in various M.Tech fields.
| Courses |
Discipline |
Specializations |
Eligibility Criteria |
| M.Tech. |
Civil Engineering |
Environmental Engineering & Management
Transportation Engineering
Structural Engineering
Infrastructure Engineering and Management
Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering
Structural Design
Highway Engineering
Computer-Aided Structural Analysis Design
Hydraulics and Water Resources |
B.E/B.Tech. degree in a relevant discipline with at least 50% marks in the qualifying exams. |
Engineering
Electrical & Electronics Engineering |
Power Systems
Power Electronics
Power & Industrial Drives
Power Electronics & Electrical Drives
Power Systems with Emphasis on H.V. Engg/H.V. Engg
Power Electronics and Drives
Power System Control and Automation
Power System Engineering
Power Electronics and Power Systems
Power System and Control
Power Electronics and Systems
Electrical Machines and Drives
Advanced Power Systems
Electrical Power Engineering
Power System Engineering
Electrical Power Systems
Power Electronics and Control
Advanced Electrical Power Systems |
| Control Engineering |
Control Systems
Instrumentation and Control Systems
Control Engineering |
| Mechanical Engineering |
Advanced Manufacturing Systems
Thermal Engineering
CAD/CAM
Machine Design
Mechatronics
Computer Aided Design and Manufacture
Mechanical Engineering Design
Computer Aided Analysis & Design
Advanced Manufacturing and Mechanical
Systems Design
Thermal Science and Energy Systems |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering |
Systems & Signal Process
Digital Electronics & Communication Systems
Electronics & Communication Engg.
Communication Systems
Communication Engineering and Signal Processing
Microwave and Communication Engineering
Telematics
Telecommunications
Digital Signal Processing
Communication and Signal Processing
VLSI & Embedded Systems |
| D.S.C.E |
Digital Systems & Computer Electronics
Embedded Systems
VLSI
VLSI Design
VLSI System Design
VLSI & Embedded Systems
Embedded Systems & VLSI Design
VLSI Design and Embedded System
VLSI & Micro Electronics |
| Computer Science |
Computer Science
Computer Science and Engineering
Computer Science and Technology |
| Bio-Technology |
Bio-Technology |
| Computer & Communication |
Image Processing
Computer & Communications/Computers & Communication Engg.
Computer Networks
Computer Networks and Informatics Security
Digital Image Processing |
| Chemical Engg. |
Chemical Engineering |
| Petro-Chemical Engineering |
Petroleum Engineering
Pipeline Engineering |
| Nano Technology |
Nano Technology |
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Spatial Information Technology
Remote Sensing
Geo-Informatics
Food Processing Technology
Avionics
Information Technology
Software Engineering
Neutral Networks
Cyber Security
Bio-Informatics
Bio-Medical Engineering
Environmental Engg. & Management
Renewable Energy
Environmental Occupational Health & Safety |
| Metallurgy |
Material Science and Technology |
| M.Pharm. |
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Pharmacology
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Pharmaceutics
Pharmaceutical Analysis
Pharmacy Practice
Pharmacognosy
Industrial Pharmacy
Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance
Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs
Pharmaceutical Biotechnology |
A degree in B.Pharm. with a minimum of 50% marks in the qualifying exams. |
| Pharm.D. |
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Research-Based Courses
Every year, JNTUK accepts young and outstanding scholars for research projects. It provides 8 Pre-Ph.D. regular courses, the specifics of which (eligibility and admission process) are listed below:
| Course |
Eligibility Criteria |
Selection Process |
Civil Engineering
Computer Science Engineering
Electronics & Communication Engineering
Electronics & Electrical Engineering
Management Science
Mechanical Engineering
Mathematics
Physics |
Post-Graduation in concerned discipline by a UGC approved institute. The minimum marks in PG should be 60% for OBC and other categories and 55% for SC/ST. The candidates with English, Arts and Commerce discipline have the benefit of 5% relaxation. |
The admissions are done on the basis of Written test and Personal interview. The minimum qualifying marks for the written test is 40% for OBC and Other Categories, for SC/ST is 25%. For the candidates who have qualified UGC/CSIR/NET/SLET need to appear for only Personal Interview. |
Admission will be based on the AP RCET. The Directorate of Admissions will make the final selection.
- The entrance exam will have a maximum score of 180.
- The Entrance Test will be divided into two parts: Part A and Part B.
- Part A (Teaching and Research Aptitude) for 90 marks
- Part-B will be a subject-specific 90-mark exam.
- The respective University Department will contact qualified candidates for interviews/viva-voces following the Entrance Test.
- Candidates will be asked to propose their research interests/areas before a duly constituted Committee.
- The interview will be worth 20 marks.
The Selection Process
B.Tech/B.Pharm.
- Admission to B.Tech and B.Pharm. Courses will be provided based on the candidate's performance in the EAMCET (Engineering, Agriculture, and Medical Common Entrance Test) administered by JNTUK on behalf of APSCHE.
- The exam will last three hours and will take place online.
- The exam will consist of 160 questions, including 80 in Mathematics, 40 in Physics, and 40 in Chemistry.
- Each correct answer will be worth one mark.
- Candidates must be 16 years old as of December 31st, the year of admission.
- There is no maximum age limit.
B.Arch.
Admission will be granted based on a verified NATA score.
Admission to M.Tech. and M.Pharm. programs will be based on GATE/GPAT or PGECET scores.
- The exam will be administered online.
- There will be a total of 120 multiple-choice questions.
- The exam will be in English.
- Candidates with valid GATE/GPAT results do not have to take the AP PGECET.
- Those that meet the stated cut off must register for the counselling process.
Counselling
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for AP PGECET Counselling once the results have been declared.
- Candidates will be called based on their merit and results in AP PGECET, GATE, or GPAT.
- Counselling will be performed separately for GATE and GPAT qualifiers.
- To participate in the admission procedure, candidates must pay a fee based on their category (General INR. 600/- and SC/ST INR. 300/-).
- Counselling begins with document verification, after which you can advance to web counselling.
How To Apply
To apply for any of the aforementioned courses, aspirants must first visit the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education's (APSCHE) official website.
- Visit the site.
- Select the applicable CET.
- Register and log in.
- Fill up the required information.
- Include the academic qualifications.
- Upload all essential paperwork.
- Pay the fees.
- Submit the form.
- Take a printout of the completed form for later reference.
