Colleges in Andhra Pradesh - Other

Yes, admissions to Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada is currently open. To secure admission in this university, prospective students need to appear for the respective entrance exams based on the course or program they are interested in pursuing. Here are the entrance exams for different programs:For undergraduate programs (UG), candidates are required to take the Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture, and Medical Common Entrance Test (AP EAMCET).For M.Tech and M.Pharm programs, candidates can choose to appear for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE), Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT), or the Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Engineering Common Entrance Test (AP PGECET).For MBA and MCA programs, the entrance exam is the Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test (AP ICET).The university releases the results and answers keys for these entrance exams typically around the months of June to July. Following the release of results, the process of cap rounds and counseling for admissions to the college commences.

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada is one of the oldest engineering colleges in Andhra Pradesh and has been accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). The college boasts good infrastructure and provides students with various facilities, including a library, hostel, and sports facilities.The campus itself is known for its beautiful surroundings, spanning 110 acres, and well-maintained facilities, creating a pleasant atmosphere for students to learn and grow. Additionally, the university offers scholarships to deserving students, recognizing their academic achievements and providing support for their educational journey. Moreover, the college and hostel fees are relatively affordable, making on-campus accommodation a practical and budget-friendly option.

The CGPA provided for a student by JNTUK is the Cumulative grade point for a student’s overall performance throughout all the semesters in a program. The CGPA is calculated by taking into account all the courses undergone by a student in all the semesters of a programme, i.e. CGPA = Σ (Ci X Si) / ΣCi Where Si is the SGPA of the ith semester and Ci is the total number of credits in that semester.As per the B.Tech (R16) academic regulations of JNTUK, Kakinada, the following is the procedure for the computation of Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA). SGPA (Si) = Σ (Ci X Gi) / Σ CiWhere Ci is the number of credits of the ith course and Gi is the grade point scored by the student in the ith course.The CGPA is calculated by taking into account all the courses undergone bya student in all the semesters of a programme, i.e.CGPA = Σ (Ci X Si) / Σ CiWhere Si is the SGPA of the ith semester and Ci is the total number of credits in that semester.The equivalent percentage can be calculated as per the below formula for the B.Tech students who obtains their degrees under R16 regulations ie. 2016-17 admitted batch onwards (2017-18 batch onwards for lateral entry scheme). Equivalent Percentage = (CGPA – 0.75) X 10

The placement facilities at JNTUK are satisfactory, with opportunities provided for students to secure job placements in various companies. The university has a dedicated placement cell that actively coordinates with companies and organizes recruitment drives on campus.Almost sixty percent of the pass-outs are placed in the jobs, and an average package of four to five lakhs is offered. The internships are provided in the third year of the course.TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Tech Mahindra, IBM, Accenture, Cognizant, Capgemini are some of the tech companies that visit University for recruitment. Individual student performance, skills, and preparation also play a significant role in securing job offers.