Andhra University, College of Engineering Visakhapatnam BE Mechanical Engineering: Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The college admission process involves three steps: certificate verification by EAMCET, college selection using an EAMCET code, and submission of an acceptance form at the chosen college. Entry is through the APEAMCET exam conducted by the Andhra Pradesh government. The faculty comprises about 300 professors, with 150 in engineering, mostly holding Ph.D.s from prestigious institutions. The teacher-to-student ratio is 1:5, promoting mentorship. Annual fees are INR 10,000, with possible government reimbursement for economically weak students. Hostel fees are around INR 25,000 annually, and semester exams cost INR 1,350 each. Quota seats are available for nearly INR 2 lakh. Placement opportunities start in the second year, with an 80% placement rate last year. Companies like Microsoft, Wipro, and Infosys participate, with the highest package at 83 lakhs per annum and average packages between 4 to 7 lakhs. About 15 companies visit annually for placements, including core sector firms like JSW and L&T. Internship opportunities are facilitated through faculty, with organizations like Vizag Steel Plant offering placements. Financial assistance includes fee reimbursement programs and scholarships for eligible students. The total four-year course cost is around 1.5 lakhs INR, with full fee reimbursement available through government schemes for eligible students. Cash prizes are awarded to top-ranking students during events. Despite some concerns about high fees, the college maintains a reasonable cost of study compared to other institutions.