Overview

• Official Name: Indira Gandhi Government Engineering College (IGGEC), Sagar
• Common Names: IGGEC Sagar, Indira Gandhi Govt. Engg. College Sagar
• Type: State Government Engineering College, affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya (RGPV), Bhopal.
• Year Established: 1981
• Campus: Located in Sagar city, Madhya Pradesh, India
• Approvals & Affiliations: Approved by AICTE, New Delhi; Affiliated to RGPV Bhopal; NAAC accreditation status not found currently; Registered under AICTE and is recognized by UGC indirectly through RGPV affiliation.
• Official Website: http://www.iggec.ac.in

Quick Facts

• Founder/Chancellor/Principal: Principal - Prof. A.K. Maurya (as per official website)
• Student Population: Approximately 2000+ students (UG & PG combined)
• Departments/Faculties: 8 Engineering departments including Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, Electronics & Communication, Information Technology, Mining, and Civil Environmental Engineering
• Contact Details:
  Phone: +91-7572-256353, 256354
  Email: principal@iggec.ac.in
  Address: IGGEC Sagar, Govt Engineering College Campus, Gaurav Path, Sagar, Madhya Pradesh 470003
• NAAC Grade: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01
• Rankings: Not ranked in NIRF till date; source: NIRF

Courses & Programs

• Engineering Faculty:
  • Popular UG Courses: B.E. in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, CSE, ECE, IT, Mining Engineering, Environmental Engineering
  • Popular PG Courses: M.E/M.Tech in select branches (as per availability)
  • Duration: UG - 4 years, PG - 2 years
  • Mode: Regular (Full-time)
  • Intake: Approx. 60 seats per branch (varies)

Admissions

• Admission Modes: Based on State Level Entrance Exam (MP Pre-Engineering Test - Vyapam / MPPEB), via centralized counseling conducted by State authorities.
• Accepted Entrance Exams:
  • JEE Main (percentage considered for state rank calculation)
  • MP State Pre-Engineering Test (Vyapam / MPPEB)
• Admission Timeline: Generally opens June-July after results;
  See official counseling schedule at MPPEB Official Portal
• Application Process:
  1. Visit MPPEB portal for application registration here.
  2. Fill application for MP Pre-Engineering Test or JEE Main counselling.
  3. Submit documents and pay fees online.
  4. Participate in counseling rounds online/offline.
  5. Confirm seat allotment at IGGEC Sagar through document verification.
  Prospectus and detailed admission info available at IGGEC Admissions Page

Eligibility Criteria

• UG Courses: Completion of 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry with minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved categories).
• PG Courses: Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology in relevant branch with minimum 50% marks.
• Age Limit: As per state government norms (commonly up to 25 years for general candidates)
• Documents Required:
  • Class 10 and 12 mark sheets
  • Entrance exam scorecard (MPPEB/JEE Main)
  • Domicile certificate (for state quota)
  • Category certificate (if applicable)
  • Passport size photographs
  • ID proof (Aadhar card/Passport)

Fee Structure & Scholarships

• Indicative Fees:
  • Tuition Fee (UG): Approx. ₹40,000 to ₹50,000 per annum
  • Examination Fee: ₹1000 approx. annually
  • Hostel Fee: ₹10,000–₹12,000 per annum
  • Exact fees vary by department and category
• Scholarships & Financial Aid:
  • State Government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories
  • Madhya Pradesh Merit Scholarship schemes (MP Education Portal)
  • Institute Merit-based fee waivers (subject to availability)
  • Central Sector Scholarship for higher education

Placements & Career Outcomes

• Placement Highlights:
  • Approximate placement rate: 70%–80% eligible students placed (variable per year)
  • Average CTC: ₹3.0–4.5 LPA (approximate based on last 3 years)
  • Highest CTC: ₹10+ LPA (select branches)
• Top Recruiters: TCS, Infosys, L&T, BHEL, Siksha O Anusandhan, and various core engineering companies
• Placement Cell Contact: IGGEC Placement Cell
• Internship Support: Industry collaborations facilitated for summer internships and practical projects

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: Separate hostels for boys and girls with mess facility
• Sports: Grounds and indoor sports facilities for cricket, volleyball, badminton, table tennis
• Labs & Libraries: Well-equipped departmental labs; Central library with digital access
• Healthcare: On-campus dispensary and tie-up with nearby hospitals
• Transport: College buses for local transit connecting various parts of Sagar city
• Wi-Fi & IT Infrastructure: Campus-wide Wi-Fi, computer centers with high-speed internet
• Research Centres & Student Clubs: Engineering Research cell, technical societies, and cultural clubs
• Festivals: Annual Tech Fest “Indirutsav” and cultural/tech events conducted yearly

Faculty & Research

• Notable Faculty: Experienced professors with doctoral qualifications in engineering and technology
• Research Centres: Specialized labs for Environmental, Mining, and Computer Science research
• Grants & MoUs: Collaborations with industries and research institutions; details on official site not explicitly published

Rankings & Reputation

• NIRF: Not listed in the NIRF Engineering rankings as of 2024 (nirfindia.org)
• NAAC: NAAC accreditation status unavailable from official sources (as of 2024-06-01)
• Others: Not featured in QS India or India Today rankings

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Results & Seat Allotments: Published through MPPEB portal https://peb.mp.gov.in and IGGEC official site during counseling season
• Typical Cut-Off Ranges: Category-wise cutoffs vary yearly
  - General (Unreserved): 75-85 percentile
  - OBC/SC/ST: Relaxed cutoffs as per state norms
  Detailed cutoffs available each year post entrance exams at MPPEB portal
• Seat Matrix: Around 60 seats per branch; reserved category seats as per Madhya Pradesh government reservation rules

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Raja Bhoj Airport, Bhopal (approx. 160 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Sagar Railway Station (within 5 km)
• City Connectivity: Well-connected via buses, taxis, and private vehicles from Sagar city center
• Local Transit: City buses, auto-rickshaws available for local transportation to campus

FAQs

• Q1: What is the admission process for IGGEC Sagar?
  A: Admission is primarily through MP Pre-Engineering test (MPPEB) based counseling; some admissions also consider JEE Main ranks.
• Q2: Is IGGEC Sagar a government college?
  A: Yes, it is a state government engineering college affiliated with RGPV Bhopal.
• Q3: What are the popular departments at IGGEC?
  A: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, Electronics & Communication, Information Technology, Mining, Environmental Engineering.
• Q4: Does IGGEC provide hostel facilities?
  A: Yes, separate hostels for boys and girls with mess facilities are available on campus.
• Q5: How much is the approximate fee for B.E. programs?
  A: Approximately ₹40,000–₹50,000 per year for tuition excluding hostel and other fees.
• Q6: What scholarships are available for students?
  A: Scholarships offered through state government schemes for reserved categories and merit-based aids are available.
• Q7: How are the campus placements at IGGEC?
  A: Approximately 70-80% placement with recruiters like TCS, L&T, Infosys; avg. CTC ₹3-4.5 LPA.
• Q8: Where can I check the results and seat allotment?
  A: Results and seat allotments are published on the MPPEB official portal https://peb.mp.gov.in.
• Q9: What is the eligibility for B.E. admission?
  A: 10+2 exam with Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry and minimum 45% marks general category.
• Q10: Does IGGEC have research opportunities?
  A: Yes, the college has research labs and promotes M.E./PhD research in engineering fields.