Department
Mechanical Department
The Mechanical Department, established in 1988, is the largest department at GP Palanpur with 23 faculty members. Offering the Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, the department provides comprehensive education in manufacturing, thermal engineering, and industrial production. The department boasts well-equipped laboratories and strong industry connections.
- Programs offered
- 1
- Teaching staff
- 19
- Laboratories
- 19
- Sanctioned intake
- 60 seats
Programs offered
Intake and accreditation belong to the program, not to the department.
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Sanctioned intake
- 60 seats
- Duration
- 3 years
Head of Department
Ms. P.G. Chauhan
I/C Head of Department (HOD)
Department staff
19
Names, qualifications and specialisations.
Laboratories
Showing 6 of 19.
CAD / CAMD Lab
Computer-aided design lab with latest CAD/CAM software for product design and manufacturing
Workshop Block (2) + Mechanical Block (5)
Carpentry Lab
Woodworking and carpentry tools for practical training in shop floor practices
Workshop Block (2) + Mechanical Block (5)
Design of Mech Elements / Tool Engineering
Precision tool design and manufacturing equipment for tool engineering studies
Workshop Block (2) + Mechanical Block (5)
ED & MD Lab
Workshop Block (2) + Mechanical Block (5)
EME Lab
Elements of Mechanical Engineering lab for first-year practical sessions
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Engineering Graphics Lab
Facilities for engineering drawing and graphics, including 2D and 3D modeling
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Achievements
- NBA Accreditation for Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Valid till 2027)
- Largest faculty strength ensuring quality education
- Comprehensive practical training facilities
Recent news
Events recorded by this department.
- Awareness Seminar15 September 2025
Finishing School Training Program — September 2025
A Finishing School Training program run by KCG (Knowledge Consortium of Gujarat) for Diploma Engineering students, covering communication skills, professional etiquette, resume writing, interview preparation and presentation skills. The September session, led by Mr. Prakash Detroja at the Mechanical Department (Room F09), ran from 15 to 26 September 2025 for 30 students.
- Technical26 March 2025
Expert Lecture on CAD and CAM
An informative session on CAD and CAM was delivered by an expert from Saffrony Institute of Technology, Mahesana, for 4th and 6th semester Mechanical Engineering students at the department (Room F09), Government Polytechnic Palanpur, with 8 faculty and 23 students in attendance.
- Academic2025
Semester Toppers — Winter 2025 (5th/6th Semester)
Recognition graphic honoring top-performing 5th/6th semester Mechanical Engineering students for the Winter 2025 exam session, including Thakor Shubham (SPI 8.57), Chaudhary Kishankumar R.H. (SPI 8.99), and Desai Dhrumilbhai (SPI 8.50).
- Academic2024-25
Semester Toppers — Mechanical Engineering 2025
Podium-style graphic honoring the top three GTU semester performers of the Mechanical Engineering department: Diya Aryan (1st rank, SPI 8.58), Kadiwala Shahidali (2nd rank, SPI 8.37), and Nema Dixit (3rd rank, SPI 8.21).
Contact
- Office
- GP Palanpur Campus
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- Phone
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