Dhemaji Engineering College
Engineering college in Assam, India
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Dhemaji Engineering College (DEC) was established in 2020 by the government of Assam at Tekjuri, Dhemaji district, Assam. The foundation stone of Dhemaji Engineering College was laid in 2011.[1] On 22 February 2021 Prime Minister Narendra Modi formally inaugurated the college.[2] The college starts to offer B.Tech degree from academic year 2020–21. The college is accredited by All India Council for Technical Education. The institution is affiliated to Assam Science and Technology University.
ধেমাজি অভিযান্ত্ৰিক মহাবিদ্যালয় | |
Other name | DEC |
|---|---|
| Motto | सा विद्या या विमुक्तये |
Motto in English | Education is that which liberate us. |
| Type | Engineering College |
| Established | 2020 |
Academic affiliations | Assam Science and Technology University |
| Principal | Dr. Dilip Kumar Bora |
| Undergraduates | 744 |
| Location | , India 27.517634°N 94.484639°E |
| Campus | Rural |
| Approvals | AICTE |
| Website | dec |
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It is the seventh state government engineering college of Assam.
History
The Government of Assam established Dhemaji Engineering College in 2020, and it's located in a beautiful, serene area away from the hustle and bustle of the Dhemaji town. To get in, you need to clear the Assam CEE exams held every year. The college offers B.Tech programs in Mechanical, Civil, and Computer Science & Engineering, and is affiliated with Assam Science and Technology University. Also, it's been approved by the All India Council for Technical Education. The college has been functioning since 2020, and it's the seventh state government engineering college in Assam.
Affiliation
The undergraduates courses, Bachelor of Technology affiliated to Assam Science and Technology University,[3] and are approved by All India Council for Technical Education New Delhi .
Academics
The college offers four year B.Tech degree in Computer Science and Engineering, Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering affiliated to Assam Science and Technology University.[4]
| Department | Duration | Seat |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | 4 years | 60 |
| Civil Engineering | 4 years | 60 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 4 years | 60 |
Admissions
- Students are taken in for the undergraduate courses through Assam Combined Entrance Examination (CEE) conducted by Assam Science and Technology University.
- Lateral entry into the undergraduate courses are done through the Joint Lateral Entrance Examination (JLEE) conducted by Assam Science and Technology University
Facilities
Hostels
College has three undergraduate (B.Tech.) hostels, one (1) for girls and two (2) for boys. Hostels have basic facilities such as a common room, a dining hall, recreation room. Internet connectivity is available in the hostel.
Guest House
College Guest House is nearby the Playground and surrounded by greenery. It can accommodate guests coming outside from college.
Canteen
College has two canteens, one inside the Academic Building and one inside the Guest House.
Bus Services
Bus services starts from August 2025.
Clubs
- Innovation Club
- Robotics & Coding Club
- Google Developer Groups (GDG)
- Cultural Club
- Literary Club
- Sports Club
- ECO Club
- NSS Club
College Festivals
Annual Tecno-Cultural Fest: ARCANIX
ARCANIX is the premier techno-cultural festival of Dhemaji Engineering College.[5]
Training and Placement cell
The Training and Placement Cell of the college plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between industry and academia. The Training and Placement cell of the college helps students with training programs, group discussions, mock interviews, and online tests to prepare them for the industry. The college has also signed MoUs with several organisations like TRTC, Assam Startup, NPTI, Access Skill Edutech Pvt. Ltd., Aartees Education Incorporated etc.
Major recruiters include IBM, PwC, LTM (previously LTIMindtree), Cognizant, TCS, NRL, C-DAC, RDC Concrete, MRF Tyres, Vikas Group, Intellipaat, Ediglobe etc.
Connectivity to Dhemaji Engineering College
By Road - NH 15 offers easy access to Dhemaji Engineering College, connecting it to major towns, with local roads providing convenient campus access.
By Train - Dhemaji Railway Station, about 12 km from Dhemaji Engineering College, offers easy campus access via private rentals and public transport.
By Air - Dibrugarh Airport, about 74 km away, and Lakhimpur Airport, around 65 km from Dhemaji Engineering College, are the nearest airports. Taxis and buses are available for easy travel to the campus from both locations. Also college bus services are going to be available very soon.
