Government Engineering College, Haveri

About

Government Engineering College, Haveri was one of the top colleges established in the year 2007 by Government of Karnataka with the sole intention of imparting technical education to the economically deprived rural mass at at affordable fees so that it can elevate the living standards of rural population. The dream of Govt. of Karnataka is well realized through the structured efforts put forth by a dedicated team of the institution.

Government Engineering College, Haveri is located in a sprawling Campus of 33 acres at Devagiri, Haveri, Karnataka. The nearest Airport is Hubli Airport which is 75 kms away from the campus. The nearest Railway Station is Karajgi Railway Station which is 4 kms away from the college.

The college is situated on a small hillock of 42 acres land and is surrounded by many water bodies in a village called Devagiri which is 10km from Haveri town.  District Commissioner’s office is nearby to the college. Sorrounding greenary fills enthusiasm and energy in the minds of the students. The silent and serene environment of the college makes it an ideal temple for learning.

Government Engineering College, Haveri comes under the Administration of the Director of Technical Education, Bangalore. The college is affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi.  It is recognised by the AICTE, New Delhi. 

The college offers four UG courses – BE in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering with intake of 60 in each course. In 2011, the college has started PG course in Structural Engineering and Machine Design in 2015 with an intake of 18 as VTU extension center.  Department of Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering are also recognised as research center to carry out various researches leading to Ph.D Degree.Government Engineering College, Haveri provides adequate facilities like Hostel, Library, Medical, Sports and various other facilities to the students.  

The college has a team of dedicated, well qualified, sincere and student friendly staff who impart knowledge with the interest of the students at the forefront.  The administrative staff  extend their hands in the developmental activities of the college.  Most of the laboratories are well developed with basic facilities and few are under developmental stage.

A dedicated Placement Cell of GECH interacts with the reputed organizations all over the country for arranging campus interviews for the final year students. The Cell organizes technical seminars, workshops and corporate expectation sessions. Industry personnel are invited periodically to enrich the knowledge of our student community with the latest technological innovations and industry practices.  The Placement Cell ensures that the students are well equipped to handle the working norms of the industry and commerce in the public and private sectors and helps every student to define his/her career interest through individual counseling with the help of experts.

Some Highlights of Government Engineering College, Haveri

Why to Choose Government Engineering College, Haveri ?

• Strategic Location
  Situated in Haveri, which is well-connected by road and rail, making it easily accessible.
• Strong Academic Foundation
  Focus on core engineering fundamentals with a structured curriculum.
• Well-Equipped Laboratories
  Offers decent lab facilities for practical exposure and hands-on learning.
• Supportive Faculty
  Faculty members are approachable and encourage student participation in academics and extracurricular activities.
• Career Opportunities & Guidance
  Placement support and career guidance sessions help students prepare for jobs and higher studies.
• Government Recognition
  Approved and funded by the state government, ensuring credibility and stability.
• Student-Friendly Campus
  Provides a balanced environment with academics, cultural activities, and sports.
• Financial Assistance
  Access to multiple scholarships and fee concessions for deserving students.

Admission Procedure

Government Engineering College Haveri courses are offered at UG, PG, Doctorate level. There are 6 courses offered at Government Engineering College Haveri. The courses are offered in fields like Engineering. Government Engineering College Haveri courses includes BE, M.Tech. The popular courses at Government Engineering College Haveri is BE, M.Tech.

Admission Criteria

Admission Process

• Admission is mainly through KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test)
• Candidates must participate in KEA counseling
• Seat allotment based on rank, reservation, and preferences

Eligibility Criteria

• Must have passed 10+2 (PUC/12th) with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry
• Minimum required aggregate as per KEA norms
• Valid KCET rank required
• Diploma holders can apply through lateral entry (DCET

Scholarship

Students can avail various government scholarships such as:

• SC/ST Scholarship
• OBC Scholarship
• Minority Scholarship
• Fee reimbursement schemes

Placement

The placement cell works towards improving job opportunities for students by organizing training sessions, aptitude classes, and soft skills development programs. While placements are still developing, students are guided to secure jobs in regional companies and pursue higher studies.

Facilities Offered @ Government Engineering College, Haveri

The main building consists of ground floor, first floor and second floor. Administrative office, Seminar hall, Mechanical Engineering Department and its Classrooms, VTU Valuation Center is located in Ground floor. Department of Chemistry, Civil Engineering and Electronics Engineering Departments and the respective Labs and Classrooms are located in Second floor. Department of Physics, Department of Computer Science & Engineering, its Labs and Classrooms are present in Third floor.

The Govt. Engineering College Library acts as a central knowledge centre for students and faculty of the college and the collection of this knowledge center comprise of documents in engineering subjects (Civil, E&C, Mechanical and CS & E). Efforts are ongoing to provide computerized library services by skilled Information professionals and systematic organization of documents are the major functions of the library. It has a collection of over 14000+ Volumes and 3000+ titles that supplement the teaching, research and development of the Institution.

The Library is a membership of VTU Consortium. Through this consortium, Govt. Engineering college community is being received an access to National and International peer reviewed e-Journals from IEEE, ASCE, Science Direct, Springer, J-Gate, Taylor and Francis, EBSCO, McGraw Hill database & Turnitin platform is based on IP access within the college campus. The Library is also enabled cloud based remote access service to all its students and faculty for accessing content from out-side the college or off campus.

From the recent past, Karnataka Examination Authority provided necessary books grant to expand library’s collection to help enormously to develop itself and bolster the educational and research needs of the college. Social Welfare Department, GoK also helped in building SC/ST Book Bank in the library. It has also been enriching by donations of valuable books from students and faculty

Physical Education is a sequential educational program. It is based on physical activities undertaken in an active, caring, supportive and no threatening atmosphere in which every student is challenged and successful. Students with disabilities are provided with a learning environment that is modified, when necessary, to allow for maximum participation. The department’s approach to teaching physical education is student centered and participation based. It seeks to address students’ needs for a healthy body and lifestyle. Our courses vary according to experience and skill level. They also include individual and team lifetime sports and fitness endeavors geared toward developing both the skills and knowledge to build a healthy, physically active lifestyle. The main components of these activity-based courses are technique, strategy, fitness/health, and exercise science principles. In addition to addressing students’ curricular and physical-education needs, the Department provides opportunities for all students to participate in the lifetime fitness, intramural sports, and intercollegiate sport programs mentioned above.

Hostel

Hostel facilities are available with basic amenities for both boys and girls. The hostels provide a safe and comfortable environment conducive to study and student life.

Transport

The college is well-connected through road networks. Students can access the campus using public buses and other local transport facilities, making daily commuting convenient.