Government Engineering College, Hassan DAIRY CIRCLE, B M ROAD, HASSAN vs K C T Engineering College, Gulbarga KCT CAMPUS
Key facts, side by side
Government Engineering College, Hassan DAIRY CIRCLE, B M ROAD, HASSAN
- Location
- Karnataka
- Think Grads Rating
- 2.7/5
- Last closing rank (General)
- 50,131
K C T Engineering College, Gulbarga KCT CAMPUS
- Location
- Karnataka
- Think Grads Rating
- 1.8/5
- Last closing rank (General)
- 253,417
Side by side, from official records
| Government Engineering College, Hassan DAIRY CIRCLE, B M ROAD, HASSAN | K C T Engineering College, Gulbarga KCT CAMPUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Last closing rank (General) | 50,131 | 253,417 |
Each number links to the college page section that shows its official source.
Admission and cutoffs
Both colleges admitted students through KCET counselling in 2025, and the figures below are from round 3. For Computer Science and Engineering, GEC's General closing rank was 45,461 in the Rural Odd Kannada (ROK) quota and 50,264 in the Hyderabad-Karnataka (HK) quota. KCTEC's General closing rank for the same programme was 2,53,417 in the ROK quota.
For Electronics and Communication Engineering, GEC's General closing rank was 60,204 and KCTEC's was 2,27,630, both in the ROK quota and round 3. GEC also offers Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, with a General closing rank of 44,874 in the ROK quota. You can check these against your own KCET rank.
Approvals, accreditation and rankings
GEC's Think Grads Rating is 2.7 out of 5, based on three of six factors. KCTEC's is 1.8 out of 5, based on three of six factors. Both ratings are for the single course shown on their profiles, so they reflect the course rather than the whole college.
Both colleges are recorded as not accredited by NAAC. Their UGC recognition status is recorded as unknown, and neither appears on the fake-institution list. Confirm current approvals with AICTE and the state authority before you apply.
Campus and location
GEC is located in Hassan, Karnataka, and runs five engineering programmes. KCTEC is located in Gulbarga, Karnataka, and runs four engineering programmes. Both colleges are in the engineering stream. Established years for both colleges are not listed in this comparison.
Which one suits you
GEC suits students who hold a KCET rank in the range of its 2025 round 3 closing ranks, who want an Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning or Computer Science programme, and who are comfortable with a Hassan campus. KCTEC suits students who want Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering in Gulbarga and whose KCET rank falls near its higher closing ranks. Both colleges offer Computer Science and Engineering and Electronics and Communication Engineering, so compare those two programmes closely on rank and location.
Frequently asked questions
Which exam do both colleges accept for admission?
Both colleges admit students through KCET, and the 2025 round 3 cutoffs are listed for each. Check the official counselling process for the eligibility conditions that apply to you.
How do the closing ranks compare for Computer Science and Engineering?
Government Engineering College, Hassan had a general closing rank of 45,461 under the ROK quota. K C T Engineering College, Gulbarga KCT Campus had 2,53,417 for the same programme and quota.
Are both colleges recognised by UGC?
Neither college is shown as UGC recognised in the records. Verify the current status on the UGC and AICTE websites before you apply.
What is the NAAC grade of each college?
Both colleges are recorded as not accredited by NAAC. Check the NAAC website for any update before you make a decision.
What are the Think Grads Ratings for the two colleges?
Government Engineering College, Hassan has a rating of 2.7 out of 5, and K C T Engineering College, Gulbarga KCT Campus has 1.8 out of 5. Each rating reflects three of six factors.
Which programmes are offered by both colleges?
Both colleges offer Computer Science and Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. Government Engineering College, Hassan also offers Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.