PLC SCADA Certification for GECA and JNEC Students: Get Placed in Waluj MIDC in 2026 (Updated July 2026) (Updated July 2026)
Government College of Engineering Aurangabad (GECA) and Jawaharlal Nehru Engineering College (JNEC) produce hundreds of electrical, mechanical and electronics engineering graduates every year — most of whom spend their final year uncertain about what skill will actually get them hired in the local industry. Here''s what most people don''t tell you: Waluj MIDC, one of the largest industrial zones in Maharashtra, is 12–15 minutes from both campuses. The companies in that zone — Bajaj Auto, Endurance Technologies, Can Pack Group, SKF India and dozens of auto-ancillary units — hire PLC and SCADA-trained engineers continuously. A 4-month certification completed during the 3rd or 4th year of engineering is enough to make you the candidate who stands out.
- Waluj MIDC is 12–15 minutes from both GECA and JNEC campuses — students can train and interview without leaving Sambhajinagar
- PLC SCADA certification completed in the 3rd or 4th year of engineering significantly improves placement prospects at MIDC companies vs. relying on campus placement alone
- Weekend batch format at ABC Trainings CIDCO centre allows students to train without disrupting academics — typically Sat–Sun 9 AM–1 PM
Why GECA and JNEC Students Are Choosing PLC SCADA Certification Over Internship Portals
Campus placements at GECA and JNEC cover IT companies and a few large manufacturers — but the Waluj MIDC companies that pay well and have genuine engineering roles rarely come on campus. They hire through referrals, local networks and direct applications from candidates who already have PLC or SCADA skills. That gap between what campus placement offers and what the local market is looking for is exactly why students who add a PLC SCADA certification to their engineering degree get hired faster and at better packages than those who wait for campus to deliver. The certification also signals initiative — something every Waluj plant manager notices in a CV that most freshers do not have.
What Waluj MIDC Companies Actually Expect From Engineering Freshers in 2026
The honest answer about what Waluj MIDC companies look for in engineering freshers: they do not expect you to have worked on a factory floor. What they do expect is that you can read a PLC ladder logic diagram, configure a basic HMI screen, understand field instrument wiring and troubleshoot a simple SCADA alarm. These are learnable skills — not mysterious knowledge that requires years of experience. Bajaj Auto Waluj specifically tests applicants on Siemens S7 basics and electrical panel reading. Endurance Technologies uses Allen Bradley systems and tests on basics of logic control. Can Pack Group''s instrumentation roles ask about 4–20 mA signal wiring and basic SCADA tag configuration. All of these are covered in a 4-month PLC SCADA programme.
| Company (Waluj/Shendra MIDC) | PLC/SCADA Platform | Role Available | Fresher Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bajaj Auto (Plot G-137, Waluj) | Siemens S7, WinCC | Electrical Maintenance | ₹3–4.5 LPA |
| Endurance Technologies (E-92) | Allen Bradley, Rockwell | Automation Trainee | ₹2.8–4 LPA |
| Skoda VW (Plot A-1/1, Shendra) | Siemens S7-1500, TIA Portal | Automation Engineer | ₹3.5–5 LPA |
| Can Pack Group | Siemens, instrumentation | Instrumentation Tech. | ₹2.8–3.5 LPA |
Distance and Logistics: ABC Trainings CIDCO Is 15 Minutes From Both Campuses
ABC Trainings'' CIDCO centre is located at Plot No 4, N-3, Cidco, Opp. High Court, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar — approximately 12–15 minutes from GECA''s campus in Osmanpura and 12 minutes from JNEC''s campus in Shivajinagar by two-wheeler. The Osmanpura branch (Plot No 14, Shanya Sect, Near Sant Eknath Rang Mandir) is even closer to GECA at about 8 minutes. Both centres run the PLC SCADA programme with weekend batches (Sat–Sun, 9 AM–1 PM) specifically designed for students who cannot attend weekday classes. The 4-month programme runs from basic electrical fundamentals through to Siemens S7 programming, WinCC SCADA configuration, and an industry project. Call 7039169629 or walk into either centre to collect a current batch schedule and fee brochure.
After Certification: Real Placement Outcomes at Waluj and Shendra MIDC Companies
Students who completed the PLC SCADA programme at ABC Trainings while studying at GECA and JNEC have been placed at: Bajaj Auto Waluj (electrical maintenance roles), Endurance Technologies (automation engineer trainee), Can Pack Group (instrumentation technician), SKF India (maintenance apprentice), and several automation panel manufacturers in Shendra MIDC who supply equipment to the AURIC zone. Typical starting packages for PLC-certified freshers from GECA and JNEC: ₹2.8–4 LPA at local MIDC companies, rising to ₹3.5–5 LPA for students who also have internship or project experience. Trust me — the difference between a GECA or JNEC graduate who has this certification and one who does not is visible to every plant HR manager in Waluj within the first 15 minutes of an interview.
GECA and JNEC students who are Maharashtra residents may be eligible for the CMYKPY (Chief Minister Yuva Karya Prashikshan Yojana) training stipend of ₹6,000–₹10,000 during their PLC SCADA certification. Both the CIDCO and Osmanpura centres process CMYKPY applications — bring your Aadhaar, college ID, bank passbook and parent's income certificate if applicable. Call 7039169629 for the eligibility checklist.Get the Industrial Automation Brochure + Fees + Batch Dates on WhatsApp
Free 1:1 counselling. Placement track record. CMYKPY/PMKVY eligibility check.
💬 Get Brochure on WhatsApp📞 Call 7039169629About the author: Rahul Patil. 12 yrs experience training engineers across Maharashtra.
Visit Our Centers
- Wagholi (Pune): 1st Floor, Laxmi Datta Arcade, Pune-Ahilyanagar Highway. Call 7039169629
- Hadapsar (Pune HQ): 1st Floor, Shree Tower, opp. Vaibhav Theater, Magarpatta. Call 7039169629
- Cidco (Chh. Sambhajinagar): Kalpana Plaza, opp. Eiffel Tower, N-1 Cidco. Call 7039169629
- Osmanpura (Chh. Sambhajinagar): S.S.C Board to Peer Bazar Road, near Jama Masjid. Call 7039169629
- Sangli: Shubham Emphoria, 1st Floor, Above US Polo Assn., Sangli-Miraj Rd, Vishrambag. Weekend batches available. Call 7039169629
FAQs
Can I do PLC SCADA training while studying at GECA or JNEC?
Yes — ABC Trainings runs weekend batches (Saturday and Sunday, 9 AM to 1 PM) specifically for engineering students who cannot attend weekday classes. The 4-month PLC SCADA programme can be completed without disrupting your academic schedule at GECA or JNEC. Most students start in their 3rd year so they have the certification ready before 4th-year placement season.
What PLC brands and software are used by Waluj MIDC companies?
Waluj MIDC companies use a mix of PLC platforms: Bajaj Auto and Skoda VW Shendra primarily use Siemens S7-1200/1500 with TIA Portal software; Endurance Technologies uses Allen Bradley (Rockwell Automation) systems; Can Pack Group and smaller auto-ancillary units use Mitsubishi and Delta PLCs. SCADA platforms in the zone include Siemens WinCC, Rockwell FactoryTalk and occasionally GE iFIX for pharma units in Chikalthana.
How far is ABC Trainings CIDCO from GECA and JNEC campuses?
ABC Trainings' CIDCO branch (Plot No 4, N-3, Cidco, Opp. High Court) is approximately 12–15 minutes from GECA's Osmanpura campus and 12 minutes from JNEC's Shivajinagar campus by two-wheeler. The Osmanpura branch (Plot No 14, Near Sant Eknath Rang Mandir) is approximately 8 minutes from GECA. Both offer the same PLC SCADA curriculum and weekend batches.
What starting salary can a GECA or JNEC graduate expect with PLC SCADA certification?
GECA and JNEC graduates with PLC SCADA certification typically start at ₹2.8–4.5 LPA at Waluj MIDC and Shendra MIDC companies, compared to ₹2.2–3 LPA for uncertified engineering freshers at the same companies. The gap widens with experience — engineers with 3–5 years in PLC programming earn ₹6–9 LPA at the same plants, and senior automation leads can earn ₹10–14 LPA.
