SESHADRI RAO GUDLAVALLERU ENGINEERING COLLEGE

Seshadri Rao Gudlavalleru Engineering College (SRGEC), formerly known as Gudlavalleru Engineering College, continues to be a premier destination for technical education in the Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh. For the academic year 2026, the college maintains its reputation for academic excellence and industry-aligned curriculum.

The college is strategically located near the industrial corridor of Vijayawada and the developing port at Machilipatnam, providing students with a unique blend of rural focus and urban industrial exposure.

The college offers a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate programs designed to meet the demands of the 2026 job market. The most sought-after programs include:

• B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering: Highly popular due to the integration of Cloud Computing and Cyber Security modules.
• B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science: A modern curriculum focusing on machine learning and big data analytics.
• B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering: Known for its VLSI and Embedded Systems labs.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA): Focusing on Digital Marketing and Fintech.
• M.Tech in Structural Engineering: Popular among civil engineering graduates looking for specialized industry roles.

Admissions for 2026 follow the standardized Andhra Pradesh state procedures. 70% of seats are filled via Convenor Quota (Category A), and 30% via Management Quota (Category B).

• AP EAPCET 2026: Primary entrance exam for B.Tech admission. Expected dates: May 2026.
• AP ICET 2026: Entrance for MBA and MCA programs. Expected dates: May-June 2026.
• AP PGECET 2026: Entrance for M.Tech programs. Expected dates: June 2026.
• Counselling Schedule: Likely to commence in July 2026 after the declaration of intermediate and entrance results.

Candidates must participate in the online web-based counselling conducted by the APSCHE to secure a seat under the government quota.

Note: Check exact dates on the official exam and college websites.

Note: These are approximate figures based on past trends, not official cutoffs. Check the latest official counselling cutoff before applying.

The 2026 cutoffs are determined by the difficulty of the AP EAPCET and the volume of applicants. Expected closing ranks for the General Category (OC) are estimated below:

Note: Cutoffs vary significantly for BC, SC, and ST categories as per the state reservation policy.

Note: Placement figures are indicative and not taken from the official placement report of the college. Please confirm with the college.

The 2025 placement season saw a resilient performance despite global tech shifts. The college leveraged its proximity to the HCL Technologies campus in Gannavaram and other IT hubs in Vijayawada.

• Highest Package: INR 25 LPA (offered by a global product-based firm).
• Average Package: INR 5.2 LPA.
• Total Offers: Over 850+ offers generated for the graduating batch.
• Top Recruiters: TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Accenture, Cognizant, and Hexaware.
• Core Placements: Significant hiring from companies like L&T and Medha Servo Drives for EEE and Mechanical students.

Students at SRGEC benefit from several state-funded and institutional scholarship schemes in 2026:

• Jagananna Vidya Deevena (JVD): Full tuition fee reimbursement for eligible students from low-income backgrounds.
• Jagananna Vasathi Deevena: Financial assistance for hostel and mess charges.
• Merit Scholarships: Provided by the Seshadri Rao Educational Society for branch toppers.
• Pragati Scholarship: AICTE scheme for girl students pursuing technical education.
• Saksham Scholarship: For specially-abled students.

Beyond standard engineering, the college has introduced specialized tracks to enhance employability:

• B.Tech in Internet of Things (IoT): Integrated with hardware labs.
• B.Tech in CSE (Data Science): Focusing on predictive modeling.
• MBA in Business Analytics: Catering to the rising demand for data-driven decision-making in the Andhra region.
• B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering: Now featuring electives in Electric Vehicle (EV) technology.

The fee structure is regulated by the Andhra Pradesh Higher Education Regulatory and Monitoring Commission (AFRC). Estimated annual fees for 2026 are:

Additional costs include a one-time admission fee, university developmental fees, and optional hostel charges ranging from INR 65,000 to 80,000 per year.

To apply for the 2026 academic session:

1. Register for Entrance: Apply for AP EAPCET/ICET/PGECET on the official APSCHE portal.
2. Appear for Exam: Clear the entrance test with a valid rank.
3. Web Counselling: Select Seshadri Rao Gudlavalleru Engineering College (College Code: GDLA) as your first preference during the choice-filling phase.
4. Document Verification: Attend the help-line centers for certificate verification.
5. Seat Allotment: Download the allotment order and report to the college with the required documents and fee receipt.

The infrastructure at SRGEC is built to support both academic and extracurricular growth:

• Central Library: Fully digitized with access to IEEE, Springer, and Elsevier journals.
• Computing Facilities: 1500+ high-end systems with high-speed fiber-optic connectivity.
• Hostels: Separate, secure hostels for boys and girls with modern amenities and Wi-Fi.
• Sports: Large playground for cricket, football, and specialized courts for basketball and tennis.
• Auditorium: An air-conditioned seminar hall and a large open-air theater for cultural events.

The college is organized into the following academic departments:

• Department of Computer Science and Engineering
• Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering
• Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Department of Civil Engineering
• Department of Information Technology
• Department of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
• Department of Business Administration
• Department of Basic Sciences and Humanities