It houses the headquarters of Rajasthan Technical University. The institute was established in 1981 by the government of Rajasthan and was named as Engineering College, Kota. The institute is now a constituent college of Rajasthan Technical University. Only the top rankers of Rajasthan Pre Engineering Test (RPETEAP) get admission to the institution. Since its inception, over 8000 engineers have gr
aduated from the institute. The students are given theoretical and practical knowledge, enriched by industry oriented training and project works. The institute hosts seminars, symposia, short term courses, competitions and contests. UCE is located on the outskirts of Kota on the banks of the Chambal river. The campus is spread over 385 acres (1.56 km2) (the largest campus in Rajasthan) and comprises five academic blocks, one administrative block, one library building, one gymnasium, one building for the proctor, training and placement activities, electrical and mechanical workshops, and laboratories. Campus amenities include bank, post office, dispensary, and shopping center. There are four boys and one girls hostel with amenities like food and recreation. A gymnasium, three indoor badminton halls, a football and an athletic ground have been built. Residential quarters are provided to faculty members and supporting staff. For visitors, a guest house with kitchen facility has been provided.
