L D College of Engineering
About Lalbhai Dalpatbhai College of Engineering (LDCE)
Lalbhai Dalpatbhai College of Engineering (LDCE), Ahmedabad, is one of Gujarat’s oldest and most reputed government engineering colleges. Established in 1948 with the support of industrialist Sheth Shri Kasturbhai Lalbhai, the institute aims to provide quality education, research, and training in various fields of engineering and technology.
Located in the heart of Ahmedabad, the campus is adjacent to Gujarat University and close to premier institutions such as the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIM-A), Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), and ATIRA.
LDCE Courses Offered
Undergraduate (Bachelor of Engineering - B.E.)
| Department | Specializations |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | Civil |
| Mechanical Engineering | Mechanical |
| Electrical Engineering | Electrical |
| Chemical Engineering | Chemical |
| Computer Engineering | Computer |
| Electronics & Communication | Electronics & Communication |
| Information Technology | IT |
| Automobile Engineering | Automobile |
| Instrumentation & Control | Instrumentation & Control |
| Textile Engineering | Textile |
| Biomedical Engineering | Biomedical |
Postgraduate (Master of Engineering - M.E.)
| Department | Specializations |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | Structural, Geotechnical, Transportation |
| Electrical Engineering | Applied Instrumentation, Automation & Control, Power Station |
| Mechanical Engineering | CAD/CAM, Cryogenic |
| Computer Engineering | Computer |
| Information Technology | IT |
| Electronics & Communication | Communication Systems |
| Textile Engineering | Textile |
Master of Technology (M.Tech)
| Specializations |
|---|
| Computer Science & Technology |
| Computer-Aided Design & Manufacturing |
| Environmental Management |
| Rubber Technology |
| Water Resources Development & Management |
| Internal Combustion Engines & Automobile |
Other Postgraduate Program
| Program | Specialization |
|---|---|
| MCA | Computer Applications |
LDCE Fee Structure (as per gender-based policy)
| Course Type | Fee (Boys per Year) | Fee (Girls per Year) |
|---|---|---|
| B.E. | INR 1,500 | INR 0 |
| M.E. | INR 3,000 | INR 0 |
| M.Tech | INR 3,000 | INR 0 |
| MCA | INR 3,500 | INR 0 |
Placement at LDCE
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Placement Support | On-campus recruitment, job fairs, and training for interviews |
| Industry Interaction | Major companies conduct campus interviews |
| Alumni & Employer Network | Maintained by faculty and placement cell |
| Entrepreneurship Initiatives | Awareness camps to support start-up mindset |
| Higher Studies Support | Expert lectures for domestic and international education opportunities |
LDCE Infrastructure Facilities
| Facility | Details |
|---|---|
| Library | Over 1,03,000 technical books, 173 periodicals, reference and handbooks |
| Laboratories | Advanced equipment for U.G. and P.G. programs, recognized for testing |
| Workshops | Fully equipped to demonstrate manufacturing and production operations |
| Hostels | Six hostels accommodating 787 students |
| Hostel Mess | Four messes within hostel premises |
| Sports & Recreation | Indoor and outdoor games for hostel students |
| Canteen | Available for students and staff |
L D College of Engineering Highlights
| Founded Year | 1948 |
| Type of Institute | Private |
L D College of Engineering FAQs
The tuition fee for boys is INR 8,500–9,500 per year. Girl students are exempted from tuition fees for all programs.
LDCE accepts GUJCET and JEE Main for B.E., GATE for M.E./M.Tech, and ACPC for MCA admissions.
Candidates must have a minimum of 50% in graduation and qualify through GATE or ACPC admission.
LDCE offers modern labs, libraries with over 1 lakh books, a canteen, and full-scale workshops for hands-on training.
Yes, the institute conducts lectures and awareness programs to help students pursue studies in India and abroad or start their own ventures.
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