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RD Engineering College (RDEC), Ghaziabad, offers admission for 2025 through entrance examinations and merit-based processes for its undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Established in 2006 by the Rameshwar Dayal Educational Trust, RDEC is affiliated with Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow, and approved by AICTE, Ministry of Education, Government of India. The institute provides BTech programs in various specializations, MTech in Computer Science and Thermal Engineering, MBA, and MCA. Admissions to BTech are based on JEE Main scores followed by UPTAC counselling, while MTech requires GATE scores, and MBA/MCA admissions are based on CUET PG or previous academic performance. Below are the details for eligibility, selection criteria, application process, and important dates for RDEC admission 2025.
| Particulars | RDEC Admission Highlights 2025 |
|---|---|
| Courses Offered | Undergraduate, Postgraduate |
| Popular Courses | BTech, MTech, MBA, MCA |
| Admission Criteria | Entrance-based/Merit-based |
| Entrance Exams Accepted | JEE Main, GATE, CUET PG |
| Application Mode | Online/Offline |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| BTech Application Start Date | February 2025 (Tentative) |
| BTech Application Last Date | March 2025 (Tentative) |
| MTech/MBA/MCA Application Start Date | February 2025 (Tentative) |
| MTech/MBA/MCA Application Last Date | April 2025 (Tentative) |
| JEE Main 2025 Date (Session 1) | January 22 - January 31, 2025 (Tentative) |
| JEE Main 2025 Date (Session 2) | April 2 - April 8, 2025 (Tentative) |
| GATE 2025 Date | February 1, 2, 15, 16, 2025 (Tentative) |
| CUET PG 2025 Date | March 2025 (Tentative) |
| UPTAC Counselling Registration Start Date | May 27, 2025 (Tentative) |
| UPTAC Counselling Registration Last Date | June 30, 2025 (Tentative) |
| UPTAC Counselling/Seat Allotment | August 2025 (Tentative) |
RDEC offers a full-time BTech for 4 years in specializations including Computer Science and Engineering, CSE (Data Science, IoT, AI & ML), Information Technology, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Civil Engineering. Admission is based on JEE Main scores followed by UPTAC counselling. The eligibility criteria require passing 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with at least 60% marks (55% for SC/ST). BTech fees are approximately INR 7.32 Lakhs for the entire duration. More details about RDEC BTech are tabulated below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Name | BTech |
| Duration | 4 Years |
| Specializations | Computer Science and Engineering, CSE (Data Science, IoT, AI & ML), Information Technology, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering |
| Eligibility | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with at least 60% marks (55% for SC/ST) |
| Selection Criteria | JEE Main score followed by UPTAC Counselling |
| Counselling | Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling (UPTAC) |
| Total Fees | INR 7.32 Lakhs (Approximate) |
| Seats | 120 (CSE, ME), 60 (IT, ECE, CE, CSE Data Science/IoT/AI & ML) |
| Application Fees | INR 1,200 (General/OBC), INR 600 (Female/SC/ST/PH) |
| How to apply | Apply through the JEE Main or UPTAC portal |
RDEC offers lateral entry to the second year of BTech for diploma holders or BSc graduates. The program duration is 3 years. Admission is based on CUET UG scores or merit in the qualifying examination, followed by UPTAC counselling. The eligibility criteria require a Diploma in Engineering or BSc with Mathematics with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST). Fees are approximately INR 5.49 Lakhs for the entire duration. More details about RDEC BTech (Lateral Entry) are tabulated below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Name | BTech (Lateral Entry) |
| Duration | 3 Years |
| Specializations | Computer Science and Engineering, CSE (Data Science, IoT, AI & ML), Information Technology, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering |
| Eligibility | Diploma in Engineering or BSc with Mathematics with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST) |
| Selection Criteria | CUET UG score or merit followed by UPTAC Counselling |
| Counselling | Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling (UPTAC) |
| Total Fees | INR 5.49 Lakhs (Approximate) |
| Seats | Varies |
| Application Fees | INR 1,200 (General/OBC), INR 600 (Female/SC/ST/PH) |
| How to apply | Apply through the CUET UG or UPTAC portal |
RDEC offers a full-time MTech for 2 years in Computer Science and Thermal Engineering. Admission is based on GATE scores followed by UPTAC counselling. The eligibility criteria require a bachelor’s degree in the relevant field with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). MTech fees are approximately INR 2.18 Lakhs for the entire duration. More details about RDEC MTech are tabulated below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Name | MTech |
| Duration | 2 Years |
| Specializations | Computer Science, Thermal Engineering |
| Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree in relevant field with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) |
| Selection Criteria | GATE score followed by UPTAC Counselling |
| Counselling | Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling (UPTAC) |
| Total Fees | INR 2.18 Lakhs (Approximate) |
| Seats | 18 (each specialization) |
| Application Fees | INR 1,200 (General/OBC), INR 600 (Female/SC/ST/PH) |
| How to apply | Apply through the GATE or UPTAC portal |
RDEC offers a full-time MBA and MCA for 2 years. MBA specializations include Marketing, Finance, Human Resource Management, Operations, and Information Technology. Admission to MBA and MCA is based on CUET PG scores or merit in the qualifying examination, followed by UPTAC counselling. The eligibility criteria require a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST), with Mathematics as a compulsory subject at 10+2 or graduation level for MCA. Fees are approximately INR 1.04 Lakhs for MBA and INR 1.58 Lakhs for MCA for the entire duration. More details about RDEC MBA/MCA are tabulated below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Name | MBA, MCA |
| Duration | 2 Years |
| MBA Specializations | Marketing, Finance, Human Resource Management, Operations, Information Technology |
| Eligibility | MBA: Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) MCA: Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) and Mathematics at 10+2 or graduation level |
| Selection Criteria | CUET PG score or merit followed by UPTAC Counselling |
| Counselling | Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling (UPTAC) |
| Total Fees | MBA: INR 1.04 Lakhs (Approx.), MCA: INR 1.58 Lakhs (Approx.) |
| Seats | MBA: 60, MCA: 60 |
| Application Fees | INR 1,200 (General/OBC), INR 600 (Female/SC/ST/PH) |
| How to apply | Apply through the CUET PG or UPTAC portal |
| Degree/Course Name | Event Name | Date |
| B.Tech | Orientation & Commencement of Classes | Late August 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | JoSAA Registration Starts | Early June 2026 (Tentative: June 10) (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Choice Locking Deadline | Late June 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Choice Filling Window | Mid-June 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Choice Filling & Locking | Mid-June 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | CSAB Special Rounds (Optional) | Early August 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Partial Admission Fee (PAF) Payment | Late July 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Orientation & Classes Begin | Mid-August 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Physical Reporting at NIT Trichy | Mid-August 2026 (Approx. Aug 10-14) (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Partial Admission Fee (PAF) | Late July 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Physical Reporting at NIT Surathkal | Mid-August 2026 (Confirmed) |
| Degree/Course Name | Event Name | Date |
| B.Tech | JEE Main Session 2 Exams | Apr 2 - Apr 9, 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Session 2 Result & All India Rank | Late April 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | JEE Main Final Results & AIR | Late April 2026 (Around Apr 20) (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Session 2 Application Correction | Feb 27 – Feb 28, 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Session 2 Admit Card Release | Late March 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | JEE Main Session 2 Exam Dates | Apr 02, 2026 – Apr 09, 2026 (Confirmed) |
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