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University College of Engineering Kakinada
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University
Kakinada - 533003, Andhra Pradesh, India
Celebrating 80 years of academic excellence and leadership
Our Glorious Journey
Our Glorious Journey
Witness the remarkable evolution of our institution, a journey spanning nearly eight decades and three distinct phases of growth, innovation, and academic excellence
College of Engineering Kakinada
(1946 - 1972)
College of Engineering Kakinada
(1946 - 1972)
The College of Engineering, Kakinada, which would later become part of Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada, was established in the year 1946, in Kakinada, then part of the composite Madras state. Though originally intended for Visakhapatnam, it was temporarily located in Kakinada's abandoned military barracks due to fears of bombing during the Second World War. The institution was initially affiliated with Andhra University and commenced with 105 students across three branches: Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering.
JNTU College of Engineering Kakinada
(1972 - 2008)
JNTU College of Engineering Kakinada
(1972 - 2008)
The College of Engineering Kakinada, established in the year 1946, was considered as constituent college of Jawaharlal Technological University Hyderabad and it has been renamed as JNTU College of Engineering, Kakinada, in the year 1972. The Computer Science and Engineering department was started in the year 1989. This institution was given Academic Autonomy in the year 2000. The World Bank recognized its excellence, providing substantial grants under TEQIP for its development in three phases.
University College of Engineering Kakinada
(from 2008)
University College of Engineering Kakinada
(from 2008)
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Kakinada (JNTUK) was established in the year 2008, emerging from the trifurcation of JNTU Hyderabad. University College of Engineering Kakinada has become Constituent college of this University. New Courses, viz., Petro Chemical and Petroleum Engineering Departments are started. The development of this campus is emphasized in Research and Innovations. NAAC A+ grade has been given in the year 2023. Further this University has started new campus at Narsaraopet. NBA accreditation for all its engineering programs is the crown of this University.
Oak Jubilee Celebrations (16 July 2025 – 15 July 2026)
Oak Jubilee Celebrations (16 July 2025 – 15 July 2026)
The Oak Jubilee commemorates UCEK's 80-year journey, highlighting eight decades of unwavering dedication to excellence in education and innovation across all departments. This milestone will be celebrated through an year-long series of academic activities involving multiple departments and a wide range of participants — including esteemed faculty, accomplished alumni, prominent speakers, industry leaders, and distinguished guests. These celebrations will encompass various events and initiatives that honor our legacy, celebrate our achievements, and inspire the path ahead.
The Oak Jubilee commemorates UCEK's 80-year journey, highlighting eight decades of unwavering dedication to excellence in education and innovation across all departments. This milestone will be celebrated through an year-long series of academic activities involving multiple departments and a wide range of participants — including esteemed faculty, accomplished alumni, prominent speakers, industry leaders, and distinguished guests. These celebrations will encompass various events and initiatives that honor our legacy, celebrate our achievements, and inspire the path ahead.
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