Kerala government polytechnic college (KGPTC) was established in 1946 and is known for being one of the oldest and illustrious colleges in polytechnic education in Kerala. It offers 6 full-fledged departments with 6 engineering diploma programs like Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Tool & Die Engineering, Computer Engineering (Hearing Impaired) under the Department of Technical Education, Kerala. The admission process is carried out by the Kerala state government online. The admission is done based on merit.

Kerala Government Polytechnic College Highlights

Established | Type 1946 | Government
Approved  AICTE
Affiliated to DTE Kerala
Courses Diploma
Application Mode Online
Admission Criteria Merit-Based
Official Website http://kgptc.in/en/home.asp

Kerala Government Polytechnic College Ranking

Out of a total of 35 polytechnic colleges, KGPTC ranked 25th in the last academic year.

Kerala Government Polytechnic College Course

The college offers 6 full-time diploma courses in engineering. Courses details are as follows-

Course Details
Diploma Specializations: Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering
Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: 10th pass with mathematics, science, and English as three of the subjects
Selection Criteria: Merit Based
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Diploma Specializations: Tool and Die Engineering
Duration: 3 Years
Eligibility: 10th pass with mathematics, science, and English as three of the subjects
Selection Criteria: Merit Based
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Kerala Government Polytechnic College Admission

Admission to the college is solely based on merit. 

How to Apply?

  • Candidates have to register and complete their respective profiles which involve filling out an application form.
  • Pay the fee of INR 150 for general and INR 75 for SC/ ST. 
  • Rank Lists and Select Lists are prepared based on marks received in the 10th exam and individual quotas. The list includes participants from all 14 districts of Kerala. 
  • For almost 12500 seats almost 1.5 lakh applications are received every year. Students who rank higher get the option of choosing better colleges.

Kerala Government Polytechnic College Faculty

The college has around 90 teaching staff. There are 9 general faculty members involved in subjects of Mathematics (2 each), similar Physics, Chemistry, and English. Also, there is a Physical Education Instructor. Each department has specialized staff allotted as per student needs. All departments have a total of 5 lecturers, 6 Technical Staff members with 2 Demonstrators, Trade Instructors, tradesmen each.

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Kerala Government Polytechnic College FAQs

Ques. Does Kerala Government Polytechnic College have a reservation quota during admission?

Ans. Yes, the quota is based on minority groups and the number of seats allotted by government guidelines. 
Reservation Quota
Persons with Disabilities 5%
THSLC holders: 10%
ITI/ KGCE Certificate holders 5%
VHSE Candidates 2%
Ezhava 9%
Muslims 8%
Other backward Hindus 3%
Latin Catholics and Anglo Indian 3%
Dheevara and related communities 2%
Vishwakarma & related communities 2%
Kusavan and related communities 1%
Other backward Christians 1%
Kudumbi 1%
Schedule caste 8%
Schedule tribe 2%

Ques. Does Kerala Government Polytechnic College provide admission for Foreign students?

Ans. No, the college does not provide admission to foreign students.

Ques. What are the documents required at the time of admission to Kerala Government Polytechnic College?

Ans. The following documents are required-
  • Age proof certificate
  • Mark sheet of 10
  • Mark sheet of +2 (for lateral entry)
  • Caste certificate issued by the competent authority (SC/ ST/ OBC/ PWD) if applicable
  • Migration Certificate (if applicable)
  • Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
  • Signed Anti-Ragging form of student and parent 
  • Two passport size photographs, 
  • Seat allotment Certificate issued by the SITTR (State Institute of Technical Teachers' Training & Research)

Ques. Does Kerala Government Polytechnic College provide any scholarship to students?

Ans. The scholarship is based on a rank list issued under the Kerala Higher Education department.

Ques. What is the fee and intake for the Diploma program at Kerala Government Polytechnic College?

Ans. The fee for the diploma course is INR 3100 for 1st year. In an academic year, a total of 375 seats are allocated to the entrants.

Ques. How are the placements at Kerala Government Polytechnic College?

Ans. According to the State Institute of Technical Teachers' Training & Research (SITTTR), KGPTC has received better placements for their pass out students. There are interviews conducted every year and candidates are recruited to well-known establishments.