Government College of Engineering, Salem, popularly referred to as GCE Salem, is a public autonomous institute established in 1966 in Salem, Tamil Nadu. The college is affiliated with Anna University, Chennai, and is approved by AICTE and UGC. It holds NAAC accreditation with a B+ grade, while its BE Electrical and Electronics Engineering program is NBA-accredited.

GCE Salem offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD programs. It is also recognized by Anna University as a research centre for PhD and MS programs. The BE program is the flagship course, offered for 4 years with a total intake of 480 seats. BE admission is based on academic merit and a personal interview, and the institute also participates in TNEA counselling. The TNEA cutoff 2024 for the general category ranged from 4637 to 26419, while the BTech first-year fee is INR 14,030.

The GCE Salem Placement 2025 report has not been published yet. As per the Placement 2024 data, the highest package was INR 15 LPA and the average package was INR 4 LPA. Hyundai, Zoho, L&T, Arcadia, Titan, Hexaware, Aquasub, Qspiders, and Sobha Constructions were among the leading recruiters.

GCE Salem Admission Dates

The table below lists the current and upcoming admission and counselling events relevant to GCE Salem admissions.

Event Current Date
TNEA 2026 Round 1 tentative allotment July 24, 2026
TNEA 2026 Round 1 allotment confirmation July 24 to July 25, 2026
TNEA 2026 Round 1 provisional allotment and reporting July 26 to July 30, 2026
TNEA 2026 Round 2 choice filling August 3 to August 5, 2026
TNEA 2026 Round 2 allotment August 8 to August 9, 2026
TNEA 2026 Round 2 reporting August 9 to August 13, 2026
TNEA 2026 Round 3 choice filling August 17 to August 19, 2026
TNEA 2026 Round 3 allotment August 21 to August 23, 2026
TNEA 2026 Round 3 reporting August 23 to August 27, 2026
TANCET 2026 MCA online counselling: payment and choice filling July 25 to July 27, 2026
TANCET 2026 MCA tentative allotment July 28, 2026
TANCET 2026 MCA provisional allotment July 30, 2026
TANCET 2026 MBA online counselling: payment and choice filling July 30 to August 2, 2026
TANCET 2026 MBA tentative allotment August 3, 2026
TANCET 2026 MBA provisional allotment August 5, 2026
TANCET 2026 MCA supplementary counselling August 6, 2026
TANCET 2026 MBA supplementary counselling August 7 to August 8, 2026
TANCET 2026 SCA to SC conversion counselling August 10, 2026
TANCET 2026 counselling end date August 10, 2026

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

GCE Salem Courses and Fees

GCE Salem offers UG, PG, and PhD programs. The BE program has 480 seats, while the ME program has 108 seats. The institute also offers full-time and part-time PhD programs. BE is available in six specializations, with admission based on TNEA, while ME is offered in six specializations and selection is based on TANCET or GATE scores.

Course Fee
BE INR 14,030 /- TN State
BE INR 14730 /- Other state
BE - Part-time INR 11,430 /- TN State
ME INR 14,630 /- TN State
ME INR 15,330 /- Other state

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

GCE Salem Admission 2026

GCE Salem conducts admissions for UG and PG courses offered in six specializations each. UG seats are allotted on the basis of merit in the qualifying examination, while PG applicants are shortlisted through TANCET or GATE scores. The BE program is a 4-year course with a first-year fee of INR 14,030 and an intake of 480 seats. Candidates can apply online either directly through the institute or through the relevant examination board.

  1. Register online through the institute or the relevant admission or counselling authority.
  2. Submit the required academic and personal details in the prescribed form.
  3. For BE admission, participate in the TNEA process where applicable.
  4. For PG admission, submit valid TANCET or GATE scores as required for the course.
  5. Complete selection formalities based on academic merit, personal interview, or entrance score criteria.
  6. Finish document verification and fee payment after seat allotment or selection.
Course Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
BE (4 Years) Candidates must have passed 10+2 in the Science stream with PCM from a recognized board. Academic Merit and Personal Interview
BE - Part-time Candidates must have passed 10+2 in the Science stream with PCM from a recognized board. Academic Merit and Personal Interview
ME (2 Years) Applicants must hold a relevant BE degree from a recognized institute with at least 50% marks. TANCET

GCE Salem Cutoff 2026

BE admissions at GCE Salem are based on TNEA scores. The BE cutoff for 2025 will be published on the official TNEA website during counselling. For the OC category in 2024, the overall TNEA cutoff rank ranged from 4637 to 26419.

Courses Round 1 (Closing rank) Round 2 (Closing rank)
BE Computer Science and Engineering 4637 -
BE Electronics & Communication Engineering 6266 -
BE Electrical and Electronics Engineering 17434 -
BE Metallurgical Engineering 25790 28645
BE Civil Engineering 25982 35050
BE Mechanical Engineering 26419 25427

GCE Salem Placements 2026

The GCE Salem Placement 2025 report is yet to be released. Based on the 2020-24 placement statistics, the highest package stood at INR 15 LPA and the average package was INR 4 LPA. Computer Science and Engineering recorded the highest package of INR 15 LPA. Major recruiters included Hyundai, Zoho, L&T, Arcadia, Titan, Hexaware, Aquasub, Qspiders, and Sobha Constructions.

Department Number of students who opted for placements Number of students placed Placement % Highest Package (in LPA) Average Package (in LPA)
CSE 54 32 59 15 3
CIVIL 49 42 86 13.2 3.6
ECE 53 39 74 7 5.2
EEE 48 48 100 6.5 4.5
MECH 95 95 100 8 3.8
METT 52 46 88 6.5 4

GCE Salem Rankings

GCE Salem recorded a ranking entry for 2025 in the input data.

Ranking Detail Rank Year
Overall Ranking 253 2025

GCE Salem Campus & Facilities

GCE Salem has a large campus spread across 162 hectares. The campus includes technical clubs, cultural clubs, sports societies, quality infrastructure, and state-of-the-art facilities. The college also provides dedicated hostel facilities for boys and girls.

  • Hostel facilities are available separately for boys and girls at GCE Salem.

GCE Salem Scholarship 2026

GCE Salem provides several scholarship and fee-waiver schemes for eligible students. The scholarships include state government, central government, and category-based assistance schemes.

Name of Scholarship Eligibility Criteria Fee Waiver
State Govt. Scholarship for Backward / Most Backward / Denotified Communities Available to BC/MBC/DNC students with parental income up to INR 1,00,000 per year. First-generation graduates receive full fee support, while students meeting only the income condition receive half fee support. INR 6825 (Half Fee) / INR 5425 (Full Fee) annually
Govt. of India Post Matric Scholarship Applicable for SC/ST students whose parental income is not more than INR 2,00,000 per year. INR 8750 (Day Scholars) / INR 17800 (Hostellers)
State Govt. Award for Bright Students Offered to SC/ST students who obtain the highest marks in the H.Sc. Exam in their respective schools. INR 1500 per annum
Award of Prize Money to SC/ST Students (including converts) For SC/ST students who score 60% and above in B.E. degree examinations within 4 years. INR 5000 per annum

GCE Salem Highlights

Details Statistics
Name of the Institute Government College Of Engineering (GCE), Salem
Established | Institute Type 1966 | Public
Location Salem, Tamil Nadu
Campus Size 162 hectares
Approved by All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE)
Ranking 253 (2025)
NAAC Accreditation B+ Grade
Courses Undergraduate & Postgraduate
Flagship courses Computer Science Engineering and Mechanical Engineering
B.E Program First Year Fee INR 14,030
Application Mode | Criteria Online | Merit-based
Highest Package | Average Package INR 15 LPA | INR 4 LPA
Hostel Availability Yes
Scholarship Yes, scholarship schemes are available
Top Recruiters Hyundai, Zoho, L&T, Arcadia, Titan, Hexaware, Aquasub, Qspiders, and Sobha Constructions.
Official Website gcesalem.edu.in

GCE Salem Hostels

GCE Salem provides separate hostel accommodation for boys and girls. The boys' hostel has 569 seats, while the girls' hostel has 279 seats. Vegetarian meals are served in both hostels. The annual expenses include a mess bill of Rs. 16,800, room rent of Rs. 5,400, and energy charges of Rs. 3,000.

GCE Salem Notable Alumni

GCE Salem alumni have worked across different fields and industries. The table below lists the alumni detail available in the input.

Name Profile Degree from SATI Vidisha
Mr. E.R.Eswaran An Indian politician and entrepreneur from Tamil Nadu. Mechanical Engineering

GCE Salem FAQs

Ques. What is the admission application process for GCE Salem?

Ans. Students can apply through TNEA. The TNEA official website provides the application form and includes priorities for sports quota, first-generation graduates, and differently abled candidates. Through this process, students can seek admission to colleges affiliated with Anna University. Admission is based only on cutoff marks, with no unofficial payment route involved. GCE Salem conducts its admission process in offline mode after form submission. Since it is a government college, selection is merit-based and straightforward. The process is handled by the college staff without extra charges. Candidates must register for counselling conducted by Anna University, Chennai, and pay an application fee of INR 1,000. After applying for Anna University counselling, allotment to the preferred course is decided by cutoff marks.

Ques. Which GCE Salem department performs better among EEE, ECE, Civil Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering?

Ans. The Civil Engineering department has generated record revenue through testing and consultancy services. The Mechanical Engineering department has signed several MoUs to improve institute-industry interaction. The Electrical and Electronics Engineering department has contributed to electrical energy conservation and energy auditing. The Metallurgical Engineering department has an industrial connection with JSW, which supports placements. The Electronics and Communication Engineering department provides uninterrupted internet service across the institute. The youngest department, Computer Science and Engineering, maintains the institute website and records 100% student placement every year.

Ques. What were the 2024 BE cutoff ranks at GCE Salem?

Ans. The BE cutoff 2024 for the general category at GCE Salem is given below:

Courses Round 1 (Closing rank) Round 2 (Closing rank)
BE Computer Science and Engineering 4637 -
BE Electronics & Communication Engineering 6266 -
BE Electrical and Electronics Engineering 17434 -
BE Metallurgical Engineering 25790 28645
BE Civil Engineering 25982 35050
BE Mechanical Engineering 26419 25427

Ques. What is the location and background of GCE Salem?

Ans. Government College of Engineering, Salem-11, was started during the Third Five-Year Plan in 1966. It is located on a 162-hectare campus surrounded by hills. At that time, GCE Salem was the third engineering institution in Tamil Nadu. The first batch was admitted for the academic year 1966-1967. The institution offers 6 UG and 6 PG programs.

Ques. What fee-waiver and scholarship options are available at GCE Salem?

Ans. Yes, the institute offers multiple state and central government scholarship schemes. Some of the available scholarships are listed below:

  • BC/MBC/DNC & BCM Scholarship
  • SC/ST & SCC Scholarship
  • SC/ST & SCC Hosteller Higher Education Special Scholarship Scheme
  • Pudhumai Penn Thittam
  • Differently Abled Scholarship
  • NSP - Minority (MCM) Scholarship
  • NSP - Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship
  • AICTE - Pragati Scholarship
  • AICTE - Saksham Scholarship
  • AICTE - Swanath Scholarship
  • Post Graduate Assistantship for ME Students
  • All Other Private & Trust Scholarship Schemes

Ques. What hostel rules and facilities does GCE Salem provide?

Ans. GCE Salem offers hostel accommodation with 569 seats for boys and 279 seats for girls. The principal serves as the ex-officio warden and is assisted by the associate warden, hostel superintendents, deputy wardens, and resident tutors. Hostel membership ends at the close of every year, and residents must hand over rooms along with furniture, fittings, and related items. Staying in the hostel for any duration does not guarantee membership for the next term. Rooms are allotted by the deputy warden under the warden's orders. Residents must remain in the hostel from 6:30 pm to 6:30 am. Students going to town must enter their names in the register for time off, along with their leaving time and expected return time. No resident may stay outside the hostel at night without written permission from the parent and the deputy warden. Students may go home only when a written request from the same parent or guardian is submitted on valid grounds. Frequent home visits are not permitted.