Jammu: The Government College of Engineering and Technology (GCET), Jammu has achieved yet another significant milestone in its relentless pursuit of academic excellence in engineering education.
The Institution has become the first in the UT of Jammu and Kashmir to be granted Accreditation Status by the prestigious National Board of Accreditation (NBA) for all five undergraduate
engineering courses.
This remarkable accomplishment stands as a testament to GCET’s unwavering commitment to enhancing infrastructure, establishing state-of-the-art research laboratories, implementing rigorous measures to elevate teaching standards and organizing extensive capacity-building programs for both students and staff.
“In addition to the NBA accreditation, GCET Jammu has also received approval from the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Government of India, to introduce M.Tech programs in the remaining two engineering disciplines, namely Civil Engineering and Electrical Engineering, from the upcoming session of 2023-2024,” said an official here on Monday.
Notably, the college had already introduced M.Tech programs in three disciplines viz. E&C Engineering, Computer Engineering and Mechanical Engineering, greatly benefiting students in J&K.
NBA accreditation brings significant benefits to students, as degrees from accredited programs are highly valued by employers in the job market.
Dr. Sameru Sharma, Principal of the Institution thanked Alok Kumar, Principal Secretary to Government, Department of Higher Education for his continuous guidance and support which has greatly contributed to this success.
She highlighted that GCET’s accreditation is a direct result of the dedication, sincerity, and strenuous efforts exhibited by the faculty and staff of GCET Jammu, along with the invaluable support provided by the administrative department.
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