Gujarat ACPC B.Tech Counselling Fees for the academic year 2026-27 include multiple components, the registration fee paid at the time of applying, the token tuition fee paid to confirm a seat after allotment, and the remaining tuition fees paid at the institute.
The structure differs on the basis of the institution (government, government aided or self financed) and the seat category (general, SC/ST, EWS, TFW, NRI/Supernumerary). Getting a clear idea of all of these different fee segments would help you prepare your expenses, and keep you from facing any last minute hassle during the time-sensitive allotment windows.
This article covers all fee-related details for Gujarat ACPC Degree Engineering Counselling 2026-27 in one place.
1. Registration Fee
The registration fee is a one-time, non-refundable fee that must be paid at the time of completing your ACPC online registration. This fee is separate from the tuition fee and is charged simply for participating in the counselling process.
The registration fee amount for 2026-27 is Rs.350 and this is a one-time, non-refundable application fee.
Payment modes accepted:
- Net Banking
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- UPI (any mode)
After payment, download and save the payment confirmation receipt. This receipt serves as proof that your registration is complete and valid. Keep it safely throughout the admission process.
Important: The registration fee is not refunded under any circumstance, whether you receive a seat, decline a seat, or do not participate in choice filling. Pay it only once; do not attempt to register again as a separate candidate.
2. Token Tuition Fee (Seat Confirmation Fee)
The most time critical fee payment in the entire ACPC counseling procedure is the token tuition fee payment. Whenever in any round a seat is allotted to you must pay the token tuition fee through the portal online in the specified time slot to book the seat and obtain your Admission Letter.
If you do not pay the token tuition fee within the window, your allotted seat is automatically cancelled.
There is no grace period, no manual processing, and no way to recover a cancelled allotment. The portal closes payment after the deadline, and that seat goes back into the vacancy pool for the next round.
Token fee payment windows by round:
| Round | Allotment Date | Token Fee Payment Window |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | 25 June 2026 | 25 June 2026 to 30 June 2026 |
| Round 2 | 15 July 2026 | 15 July 2026 to 19 July 2026 |
| Round 3 | 25 July 2026 | 25 July 2026 to 27 July 2026 |
| Online Round (Govt/GIA) | 01 August 2026 | 01 August 2026 to 04 August 2026 |
The token tuition fee amount is adjusted against your total tuition fee at the time of institute-level admission. It is not an additional charge on top of tuition fees, it is simply an advance payment to confirm your seat.
Payment mode: Online only, through the ACPC admission portal at https://gujacpc.admissions.nic.in.
3. Tuition Fee Structure by Institute Type
The annual tuition fee for B.E./B.Tech programs under ACPC varies significantly depending on the type of institute. The fee structure for 2026-27 will be officially declared by ACPC and the respective universities before counselling rounds begin. The figures below are based on established norms and previous year data for reference.
Government Engineering Colleges
Government engineering colleges in Gujarat offer the lowest tuition fees as they are fully funded by the state government. These institutes are the most sought-after in ACPC counselling.
| Category | Approximate Annual Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / SEBC | Rs.28,650 per year (approx.) |
| SC / ST | Rs.28,650 per year (approx. – subject to scholarship) |
| TFW (Tuition Fee Waiver) | Rs.0 (full waiver on tuition) |
SC and ST candidates may also be eligible for post-matric scholarships from the Government of Gujarat that cover or partially cover the tuition fee. Check with the institute’s scholarship cell for details.
Government-Aided (GIA) Institutes
GIA institutes receive partial government funding and operate under regulated fee structures similar to government colleges.
| Category | Approximate Annual Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / SEBC | Rs.28,650 per year (approx.) |
| SC / ST | Subject to scholarship eligibility |
| TFW | Rs.0 (full waiver on tuition) |
Self-Financed Institutes (SFI)
Self-financed institutes set their own fees within limits approved by the Fee Regulatory Committee of Gujarat. Fees vary considerably between institutes and branches.
| Category | Approximate Annual Tuition Fee Range |
|---|---|
| General | Rs.75,000 to Rs.2,50,000+ per year (varies by institute) |
| SC / ST / SEBC / EWS | As per institute; scholarship may apply |
| TFW | Rs.0 on tuition (waiver applicable at SFIs too, subject to eligibility) |
The exact fee for each self-financed institute is published in the ACPC Seat Matrix, available at https://acpc.gujarat.gov.in before the counselling begins. Before finalizing your choices, check the declared fee of the specific institute you are interested in.
4. Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) Scheme
The Tuition Fee Waiver scheme is the most crucial fee related provisions under ACPC counselling. With the help of the TFW, the whole of the tuition fee is waived for an eligible student across all categories of institutes – government, GIA, self financed.
Eligibility Criteria for TFW:
- The income of the family should be less than 8 lakh.
- The student has to choose TFW while applying and upload a valid income certificate.
- The income certificate should be issued from any of the Government departments – Jan Seva Kendra/ Collector Office/ Dy. Collector/ Dy. DDO Office or Mamlatdar/TDO office.
What does TFW include: It only covers the tuition fees. Development fees, university fees, exam fees and hostel fees are not covered by TFW.
How to apply for TFW: While applying through the ACPC website, on filling Sub-Category details, choose the Tuition Fee Waiver: Yes option. The valid income certificate needs to be uploaded at the document upload section. After validation by ACPC, it will show in the student’s profile.
If you do not have a valid income certificate or if your submitted income certificate is not verified, you will be able to seek admission but not avail the benefit under TFW.
5. Fee Structure for NRI / Supernumerary Seats
ACPC offers supernumerary seats in Government Engineering Colleges specifically for candidates under the NRI (Non-Resident Indian), OCI (Overseas Citizen of India), FN (Foreign National), and CIWGC (Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries) categories.
| Program | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| B.E. / B.Tech | USD 5,000 per annum |
| M.E. / M.Tech | USD 5,000 per annum |
| MCA | USD 5,000 per annum |
In addition to the annual fee, a USD 100 deposit and additional university fees are applicable. These are payable separately as per the institute’s and university’s notification.
6. Refund Policy
Understanding the refund policy is important before you make any payment decision.
Registration Fee: Non-refundable under all circumstances.
Token Tuition Fee: if one cancels the allotment with-in the online cancellation window, post seat allotment the refund is based on the guidelines of ACPC for that particular year. The amount and time of refund is notified with in the official brochure/notification by ACPC. One should have to go through the refund policy available on the website before opting to cancel the allotted seats.
Rest of the tuition fee (paid at the institution): Refund for institution level payment is as per the guidelines of AICTE regarding refund and state govt.admission regulations. In general, earlier you cancel before the start of the academic session, the higher the refund amount. After the academic term begins (1 July 2026), refund amounts decrease significantly.
7. Payment Tips and Precautions
- Pay as soon as you get the allotment, do not delay till the end date to pay your token fee.Technical issues on the end date such as bank server down, internet connection failures may lead to the payment failure resulting in the cancellation of seats.
- Always keep a payment receipt, after making any payment; whether its a registration fee, token tuition fee, balance tuition fee to institute etc.Download it and save it on your computer. System level payment confirmation letters can be viewed from System Generated Letters in the dashboard, the same is available after the payment is done on the portal.
- Use the correct way to pay, UPI is very easy to pay but the high value amount may fail to get payment done on the UPI. Use Net Banking if it is allowed to make payments by your bank for the amount required.This would be the more reliable way for payment of high value token tuition fee.
- Do not disclose your payment details: ACPC would not call you or e-mail you for your OTP, card details, UPI PIN or net banking passwords. Do not share with anyone for any reason. All payment should be done only from the online portal itself.
8. Total Cost Estimate for Planning Purposes
For a candidate admitted to a government engineering college through ACPC, here is a rough cost estimate for the first year (excluding hostel and food):
| Fee Component | Approximate Amount |
|---|---|
| ACPC Registration Fee | Rs.350 |
| Token Tuition Fee (advance against annual fee) | Included in annual tuition |
| Annual Tuition Fee (Govt College) | Rs.28,650 approx. |
| University/Examination/Other Fees | Rs.5,000 – Rs.15,000 approx. (varies by university) |
| Estimated First Year Total (Govt College) | Rs.35,000 – Rs.45,000 approx. |
For self-financed institutes, the total first-year cost can range from Rs.80,000 to Rs.2,75,000 or more depending on the institute. Always verify the exact fee from the institute’s page in the ACPC seat matrix before finalizing your choice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is Gujarat ACPC B.Tech Counselling 2026 registration fee?
A. Gujarat ACPC B.Tech Counselling 2026 registration fees is Rs.350 which is non refundable.
Q. Is the ACPC registration fee refundable?
A. Gujarat ACPC registration fee will not be refunded at any point of time and is Non-Refundable regardless of the reason, even if a student has not received the admission or the admission has been canceled.
Q. What happens if a candidate does not pay the token tuition fee?
A. If the candidate has failed to pay the token tuition fee after seat allotment within the specified period of time, the admission is stands canceled automatically and is to be refunded to the vacant seats, so that the seat can be filled in the next counselling.
Q. What is the approximate annual tuition fee for Government Engineering Colleges in Gujarat?
A. The approximate annual tuition fee for the Govt Engineering Colleges in Gujarat will be Rs 28,650 every year for General, EWS & SEBC category.
Q. What is the Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme in ACPC counselling?
A. As per the TFW, students whose family income is less than 8 lakhs a year can get complete Tuition fee waiver in Govt, GIA and Self-financed institutes, except other fee, which may include hostel and examination charges.
Q. What are the fees for Self-Financed Engineering Institutes through ACPC?
A. Self-Financed Institutes fee will range between Rs 75,000 and Rs 2,50,000, etc per year per year per year per year per year per year, as it depends on institute and branch.
Q. What is the fee for NRI or Supernumerary seats in Gujarat ACPC Engineering admission?
A. Fees for NRI, OCI, Foreign National, and CIWGC supernumerary seats will be US $5,000/- p.a. Plus university fees and US $100/- as a security deposit.
Q. Which payment methods are accepted for ACPC fee payment?
A. Candidates have to pay fees of ACPC through Online payment by Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI on the Admission Portal.
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His guidance approach is practical, transparent, and strategy focused. Rajesh Mishra helps families understand counselling systems, admission rules, and college selection in simple language so they can make informed decisions.
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Rajesh Mishra is an admission counsellor and the founder of GLN Admission Advice Pvt. Ltd. with more than 16 years of experience in student counselling and admission guidance. He has worked with thousands of students and parents seeking clarity in complex admission processes across India.
His guidance approach is practical, transparent, and strategy focused. Rajesh Mishra helps families understand counselling systems, admission rules, and college selection in simple language so they can make informed decisions.
Through GLN Admission Advice, he provides guidance for Medical, AYUSH, Engineering, MBA, PGDM, and Law admissions, and regularly shares content to help students understand counselling procedures, cutoff trends, and common mistakes during admission counselling.