
Updated on Apr 16, 2025
Asmita Verma
1965
Chandigarh
Public/Government Institute
Girls College
Updated on Apr 16, 2025
Asmita Verma
Government Polytechnic for Women (GPTW) is a public/ government Institute located in Chandigarh, offering various specialized diploma courses. It was established by the State Government of Punjab to promote women education and it has earned the reputation as one of the best women polytechnic colleges in the area. It is affiliated to Punjab State Board of Technical Education and Industrial Training. The overall administrative control of the Institute rests with the Directorate of Technical Education, Chandigarh. The Institute is teamed with 35 full-time faculty for educating students.
Established | Institute Type | 1962 | Government |
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Approved By | AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education) and PCI (Pharmacy Council of India) |
Entrance Exam | PAT (Polytechnic Admission Test) and LEET (Lateral Entry Entrance Test) |
Courses Offered | Diploma level courses in varied streams |
Application Mode | Online |
Admission Criteria | Entrance-based |
Key Facilities | Library, Computer Lab, and Laboratories, etc. |
Official Website | https://gpwchd.edu.in/ |
How to Reach | By Air: Nearest Airport: Chandigarh International Airport (~15 km from campus). Well-connected with major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore. Taxis and cabs are readily available. By Rail: Nearest railway station: Ghaziabad Junction (approx. 5 km). The station is well-connected to major cities, with local transport options like auto-rickshaws and cabs to reach the institute. By Road: RKGIT is easily accessible via NH-9 (Delhi–Meerut Expressway). Regular bus services, auto-rickshaws, and cabs operate within Ghaziabad. The institute is well-connected to Delhi-NCR and nearby cities. |
Various diploma courses with 3 years duration and Fees of around INR 19,975 are detailed below.
Diploma Courses | Number of seats | Eligibility |
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Diploma in Pharmacy | 40 | 10+2 in Science stream or any equivalent Exam with Maths, Science and English |
Electronics and Communication Engineering | 40 | X Passed with Science |
Architectural Assistantship | 40 | X Passed with Science |
Interior Design and Decoration | 40 | X Passed or any equivalent exam with Maths, Science and English |
Modern Office Practice | 30 | XII Passed with Science/ Arts/ Commerce |
Library & Information Science | 30 | X Passed with Science |
The admissions are done based on the rankings secured in PAT (Polytechnic Admission Test) and LEET (Lateral Entry Entrance Test). Further, Counselling will be conducted by State Board of Technical Education & Industrial Training Punjab, Chandigarh. Online applications need to be submitted to the concerned board.
There is a training and placement cell responsible for the placements of students. Every Year around 75% of students get placed in renowned organisations like Wheel King, Edu Launchers, Ind- Swift, NecLife, Job Suraksha, Nectar Pharmaceuticals, SAAKAAR Foundation, LRC Tech.The salary offer ranges between 10 K to 15 K per month and in some cases, it is even 20,000. Positions such as Technician, Technical Assistant, Assistant Librarian, Marketing and Sales Executive, Pharmacist, etc are offered through campus placements.
The Institute provides post- matric scholarships for students belonging to SC/ ST/ OBC, minority community and students with disabilities. The students getting scholarships also get a refund of fees. The students can also apply to National Level Scholarships and avail it.
The Institute provides Hostel facilities, library, Cafeteria, and auditorium facilities for the students.
Yes, lateral admission is possible, but general seats are filled only through LEET. Also, the candidate must have completed their 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Maths and English or 2-year Vocational course or ITI to appear in LEET.
Yes, as it is a government institute, the State Government ensures that scholarships are available for OBC/ SC/ ST/ Minority/ PWD students.
Around 85% of the seats are filled through U.T. Quota, 2% from Sports Quota and NCC ‘A’ Certificate. The Entrance exam is taken by the PSBTE & IT which is conducted by the Punjab Government.
The College is in Sector-10, Chandigarh. The College has Hostel Facilities. It has 3 buildings where around 150 students are currently residing.
Yes, the college has good facilities including well equipped classrooms, Auditorium, computer rooms and laboratories. Also, they have the Computerized Library with around 18,000 books and journals and editorials for the students.
Yes, the college offers excellent facilities including well-equipped classrooms, computer labs, science laboratories, an auditorium, and a computerized library with around 18,000 books, journals, and editorials for students.
GPTW Chandigarh accepts PAT (Polytechnic Admission Test) for regular diploma courses and LEET (Lateral Entry Entrance Test) for lateral entry admissions.
The college offers various diploma-level courses in engineering and technology streams like Computer Engineering, Architecture, Pharmacy, Electronics, and more.
Candidates must have passed Class 10 (Matriculation) with Science and Math for PAT-based courses. For lateral entry, a relevant ITI or 10+2 (vocational/technical) qualification is required.
While hostel details are not explicitly mentioned on the official site, government polytechnics generally offer hostel accommodation for girls. It’s advisable to contact the college directly for confirmation.
Campus life is active with co-curricular and technical activities, seminars, workshops, and various student-run societies. The campus provides a safe and disciplined environment for students.
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