About GCT
The Government College of Technology, Coimbatore formerly known as Arthur Hope College of Technology, was started in July 1945. The Institute is one of the premier Engineering Institutions of the Country having a very large contribution to the academic and technological developments. Ever since that prestigious moment, it has set the standard of recognition standing out as an outstanding Institution with technical expertise.
This Institution offers nine UG programs and eleven PG programs with recognized research supervisors to pursue Ph.D. Programs in all the branches of study. All departments have well qualified staff members and excellent infrastructural facilities. This Institute is supported by World Bank funding under TEQIP in the Phase II to the tune of Rs. 12.5 crores along with two centres of excellence, each granted with Rs. 5 crores. The college has received BEST COLLEGE AWARD in the year 2010 from the State Government of Tamil Nadu and “GREEN CAMPUS OF THE YEAR - 2013” award from Dr. Rangasamy, Chief Minister of Pondicherry on April 4th for the measures taken on environmental activities. In addition, the Institute received a certificate from India Book of Records for the National symposium on Zero paper event.
"Ideas are the source of innovation and innovation is the vital spark of all human change, improvement and progress". With this motto the institution has established Student Research Foundation (SRF) to initiate research and new product developments within the campus. Through SRF, innovative ideas from students are given funds and technical guidance required to develop them into full fledged products and solutions.
GCT has strong tie-ups with different industries, R&D labs and Public Sector companies. The industrial experts interact on a continual basis to revise and revamp the curriculum and keep it modern and relevant to the industry expectations.
GCT alumni association has been assisting students who suffer a financial crunch. Some of the GCT Alumni attained globally highest honour. To cite an event, twenty-four people who designed and advanced the Internet as the global, world-changing platform that it is today will be inducted into the Internet Hall of Fame. One among the 24 inductees is a GCT Alumni Dr. S. Ramani of 1962 batch, Electrical branch.
Map Of GCT
Directions From Gandhipuram Bus Stand, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
Bus Route Numbers: 70 (TNSTC), Bus Stop: Vengittapuram
Taxi Fare: Rs. 250 (approx)
Directions From Coimbatore Central Railway Station, Tamil Nadu, India
Bus Route Numbers: 11 (TNSTC), Bus Stop: Vengittapuram
Taxi Fare: Rs. 300 (approx)
Government College of Technology
Coimbatore - 641 013, Tamil Nadu
Vission and Mission
Vision :
To emerge as a centre of excellence and eminence by imparting futuristic technical education in keeping with global standards, making our students technologically competent and ethically strong so that they can readily contribute to the rapid advancement of society and mankind.
Mission :
- To achieve Academic excellence through innovative teaching and learning practices.
- To enhance employability and entrepreneurship.
- To improve the research competence to address Societal needs.
- To inculcate a culture that supports and reinforces ethical, professional behaviours for a harmonious and prosperous society.
Dote
Commissioner of Technical Education,
Directorate of Technical Education,
Government of Tamilnadu,
Chennai – 600 025.
Contact No: 044 - 22352299
Email ID: tndote@gmail.com
Milestones
2022: NIRF 2022 - Government College of Engineering ranked 160 in Engineering category.
2021: NIRF 2021 - Government College of Engineering ranked 128 in engineering category. ARIIA 2021 - Government College of Engineering ranked in category "Band Performer" under Government and Government aided category.
2020: NIRF 2020 - Government College of Engineering ranked 104 in engineering category. ARIIA 2020 - Government College of Engineering ranked in category "1-25" under Government and Government aided category.
2019: NIRF 2019 - Government College of Engineering ranked 94 in engineering category.
2018: New Post Graduate block for Thermal Engineering. The Institution has been accredited by NAAC with A grade for 5 years. NIRF 2018 - Government College of Engineering ranked 90 in engineering category.
2017: Accreditation of 3 P.G programmes namely M.E Structural Engineering, M.E Engineering Design and M.E Power System Engineering. Sanction of new girls hostel with an accommodation of 150 students.
2016: Entire Campus including hostels WiFi enabled. NKN link upgraded to 1Gbps. TEQIP - Phase III sanctioned. Grant of Autonomous Extension for 10 years since 2016.
2015: Accreditation of all 9 UG Programs.
2012: TEQIP – Phase II sanctioned. 100 MBPS National Knowledge Network was provided. Dr. J. J. Rudra Block opened by Video Conferencing by Hon. Dr. J. Jayalalitha, Chief Minister. Centre of Excellence for Environmental Engg. Centre of Excellence for Alternate energy sources.
2011: Alumni building opened.
2010: Received best college award.
2008: Dept. of Civil Engg block was opened. IBT block was constructed.
2007: Introduction of M.E Geotechnical Engineering course.
2003: TEQIP – Phase I sanctioned. Common Computing Centre established. 64 kbps leased line with fiber optic back bone network facility provided to entire campus.
2002: Introduction of B.Tech – Industrial Bio technology course. Research centre and subsequently in 2011, moved to Anna University Regional Centre Coimbatore. Zonal Office established.
2001: Introduction of B.E. – Information Technology.
1998: EIE block was constructed.
1987: Introduction of M.E. – Computer Sci. & Engg (PT) and M.E. – Computer Sci. & Engg (FT). Full autonomous status to all UG and PG courses.
1986: Introduction of B.E. – Computer Technology & Informatics and subsequently changed as Computer Sci. & Engg.
1984: Introduction of B.E. – Instrumentation & Control Engg course and subsequently changed as Elec. & Instru. Engg course.
1982: Introduction of M.Sc. – Applied Chemistry course.
1981: Partial Autonomous status for the PG Structural Engg and PG Engg Design. Introduction of M.E. – Public Health Engg course later on renamed as M.E. - Environmental Engg.
1980: Introduction of M.E. Applied Electronics, M.E. Production Engg course and PTBE in ECE.
1978: Introduction of Part Time M.E. Power Systems Engg., PTBE Degree courses in Civil, Mechanical and EEE branches.
1977: Introduction of B.E. – Production Engg course.
1971: Introduction of M.E. Structural Engg and M.E. Engg. Design course.
1970: Introduction of B.E. – Elec. & Commun. Engg Course.
1959: Main Building was opened by Dr. S. Radhakrishnan, Vice President of India.
1952: Introduction of B.E. – Mechanical Engg course.
1951: Renamed as Govt. College of Technology, and affiliated to Univ. of Madras.
1950: Shifted to the present campus at Thadagam Road.
1945: GCT formerly known as Arthur Hope College of Technology was started with the Introduction of two UG Courses B.E Civil Engg. and B.E EEE at Peelamedu.
