Dronacharya College of Engineering Gurugram, affiliated with Gurugram University and approved by AICTE, follows the Haryana State Technical Education Society (HSTES) guidelines for BE/B.Tech and M.Tech admissions in the 2025-26 session. As per the HSTES, eligibility is entrance-based via JEE Main 2025 for B.Tech and GATE for M.Tech, with minimum 10+2 qualifications and special reservations for TFW, EWS, HGST, and KM categories. Admissions are through online HSTES counselling at https://techadmissionshry.gov.in, with 85% seats for Haryana residents and 15% All India Category (AIC). The college emphasises merit, with a 50% aggregate in qualifying exams for the general category. Detailed criteria align with HSTES norms, ensuring equitable access for Gurugram-based technical education.
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DCE Gurgaon Eligibility for B.Tech
For B.Tech admissions 2025 at Dronacharya College, candidates must pass 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board (CBSE/ICSE/HBSE or equivalent) with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, plus one from Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or Computer Science. Aggregate includes English (core/elective/functional). Appearing candidates can apply provisionally, with results required before final admission.
| Category | Minimum Aggregate Marks in 10+2 | Compulsory Subjects | Additional Subject Options |
| General Category | 50% | Physics & Mathematics | Chemistry/Biology/Biotech/Comp. Sc. |
| Reserved Categories (SC/BC/PH) | 45% | Physics & Mathematics | Chemistry/Biology/Biotech/Comp. Sc. |
| Basis of Admission | JEE Main 2025 Rank/Percentile | - | Valid score mandatory for HSTES counseling |
DCE Gurgaon Special Seats: KM, HGST, TFW, EWS at Dronacharya
Dronacharya College reserves special seats as per HSTES beyond regular intake (e.g., 360 seats for B.Tech across specialisations). Filled via online counselling; priority: HGST > TFW > EWS > KM.
| Quota | Description | Eligibility | No. of Seats | Documents Required |
| KM (Kashmiri Migrants) | For J&K migrants | 10+2 with 50% (45% reserved) + JEE Main | 1 per institute | KM certificate (HSTES Annexure) |
| HGST (Haryana Govt. School Topper) | Topper from Haryana Govt. School (Class 12) | Top rank in school + 10+2 with 50% + JEE Main | 1 per institute | Principal's certificate (Annexure-X) |
| TFW (Tuition Fee Waiver) | AICTE scheme for meritorious low-income | Family income < INR 8 LPA; 10+2 with 50% + JEE Main (top 20%ile in class 12) | 5% of sanctioned intake | Income certificate + TFW affidavit (Appendix-I) |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | General category low-income | Family income < INR 8 LPA; 10+2 with 50% + JEE Main | 10% of state quota seats | EWS certificate (Annexure-XI) |
DCE Gurgaon Eligibility Criteria for M.Tech
M.Tech admissions at Dronacharya require a relevant B.Tech/B.E. degree from a recognised university with a GATE 2025 score. HSTES counselling aptoes for Haryana seats.
| Category | Minimum Aggregate Marks in B.Tech/B.E. | Compulsory Requirement | Entrance Requirement |
| General Category | 50% | Relevant Engineering degree | GATE 2025 (valid score) |
| Reserved Categories (SC/BC/PH) | 45% | Relevant Engineering degree | GATE 2025 (valid score) |
| Basis of Admission | GATE Rank/Score | - | Mandatory for counseling |
DCE Gurgaon Admission Process 2025 (Integrated with Eligibility)
Eligibility verification during HSTES online registration and physical reporting at Dronacharya (HSTES Chapter-7 & 8). 85% seats via HSTES; 15% direct (JEE Main merit).
How to Apply & Verify Eligibility?
- Register at https://techadmissionshry.gov.in (May-July 2025) with Haryana PPP ID.
- Upload: 10+2 marksheet, JEE Main/GATE scorecard, photo, signature, category certificates.
- Pay fee (INR 1,000 general; INR 200 reserved).
- Choice filling (June-July); allotment based on merit (July 2025).
- Report to Dronacharya with originals (HSTES Chapter-8.3, Pages 52-54): Character certificate (Annexure-I), Haryana resident proof (Annexure-II), medical fitness (Annexure-VII).