Karpagam Academy of Higher Education (KAHE)

About

Karpagam Academy of Higher Education (KAHE), Coimbatore, is a deemed university established in the year 2008 under Section 3 of UGC Act 1956 with the approval of Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India.  The Founder Dr. R. Vasanthakumar, Philanthropist, Industrialist, Entrepreneur and Culture promoter is also the President of Karpagam Charity Trust (KCT).  Karpagam Academy of Higher Education was founded with the mission to impart value based and holistic education that enriches the knowledge and skills of students and empowering their lives by way of educating.

The KAHE university campus is spread over 26 acres of vast land, located on the Salem – Kochi Highway, Pollachi Main Road, L & T By Pass Road Junction, Eachanari Post, Eachanari, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.  The campus is at a distance of 19 km from Irugur Junction and 24 km from TNSTC Bus Depot.

The Institute is Approved by UGC, New Delhi and the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India, UGC-AICTE, New Delhi, Council of Architecture, New Delhi, Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), New Delhi and Accredited with A+ Grade by NAAC in the Second cycle

KAHE offers UG, PG and Doctoral programs under various Faculties like Faculty of Arts, Science, Commerce and Management B.Com, BBA, BCA, B.Sc, MA (Eng), MBA, MCA, M.Com, M.Sc. 

• Faculty of Engineering offering BE, B.Tech, ME
• Faculty of Architecture, Design and Planning with B.Arch, B.Des, M.Arch (Adv Des), M.Plan (Town & Country Planning), Master of Building Engineering Management,
• Faculty of Pharmacy offering B.Pharm, D.Parm, M.Pharm (in 3 disciplines)
• PhD in Arts, Science, Commerce & Management, PhD on Engineering, PhD in Pharmacy
• Admissions to these courses are as per the norms stated by UGC and AICTE.

KAHE Coimbatore Facilities include separate Hostels for Girls and Boys, Library, Computer lab, Departmental-based Laboratories, Medical facilities, Cafeteria, Auditorium, Convenience store and much more. The

Karpagam Academy of Higher Education provides Contemporary Infrastructure, modern Teaching Methodology, Career Oriented Training, excellent Placements and the finest Faculty, all of which have become a hallmark.  Besides technical expertise, KAHE has made a mark since its inception by developing Communication and Soft skills, ensuring Well-Informed Knowledge, extending Holistic Education and creating a Strong Value System. Today, with strength of 8000 students and over 750 teaching & non-teaching staff, Karpagam Academy of Higher Education is setting new benchmarks in the educational sphere.

Some of the highlights that make this university a sought after one are:

·        Well experienced and Trained Faculty including 234 doctorates and Post Doctoral Fellows 

·        Visiting faculty from premier institutes like IIM , IISc, IIT, NIT etc.

·        Professional Training & Placement Department  

·        Exchange and Twinning Program and Dual degree with global universities for International exposure  

·        Good Placement offers year after year  

·        Highly vibrant and encouraging academic ambience aiding an enriched education

·        Industrial MoUs and career oriented courses for enhancing employability

·        8.State of the art laboratories and Wi-fi enabled campus with 1Gbps internet connectivity and  

·        KAHE Coimbatore Scholarships.

KAHE Coimbatore offers scholarships to deserving students include Post Matric scholarships, Higher Education Special Scholarships and many more. The KAHE Coimbatore has been helping students of SC/ST Communities by getting scholarships for them from the Central and State Governments.

Some Highlights of Karpagam Academy of Higher Education, Coimbatore

Why Choose KAHE ?

1. Recognised & Accredited Institution

   • KAHE is a Deemed-to-be University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956. 

   • It has good accreditations: NAAC A+ grade (in its second cycle) and approvals from bodies like AICTE (for engineering, MBA etc.), PCI (Pharmacy), COA (Architecture) etc. 

2. Strong Infrastructure & Campus Life

   • The campus is modern, well-equipped with labs, WiFi, auditorium, well-maintained classrooms, library etc. 

   • The campus is WiFi enabled, with good connectivity (~1 Gbps), and has facilities like multi-purpose auditoriums and contemporary classrooms. 

3. Focus on Research, Patents, Innovation

   • They are active in research: many patents filed/granted, copyrights, projects funded. 

   • Recognised research centres; good exposure to project work. 

4. Good Placement & Industry Connect

   • Dedicated placement department, training in soft skills, industrial MoUs. 

   • Example: 2021-22 batch got ~1182 placement offers; multiple companies visit. 

   • Top recruiters include TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Accenture etc. 

5. Variety of Programmes & Approval

   • Offers wide range of UG, PG, Doctoral programmes across Engineering, Arts, Science, Pharmacy, Architecture, Management etc. 

   • Programmes have the necessary approvals from relevant regulatory bodies. 

6. Value for Money / Student Feedback

   • Many students say that infrastructure and faculty are good; course curriculum is fairly updated. 

   • Some reviews mention that the placement is “decent”, especially for certain branches. 

7. Rankings & Standing

   • In NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework), KAHE is in the 151-200 band among universities. 

   • Also has good innovation ranking etc.

Vision & Mission of Karpagam Academy of Higher Education, Coimbatore

Vision

To impart value based quality education, to undertake scientific, socially relevant research and instil creativity among the learners, to enable, enlighten and enrich them to serve and lead the society.

Mission

• Educating the learners to acquire latest knowledge and skills in their respective domain through e-platforms.
  
• Undertaking research in socially relevant, scientific and technology oriented projects.
  
• Empowering women, rural and marginalised sections of the society.
  
• Imbibing culture of creativity and innovation among learners.
  
• Making the learners to be self-reliant and moulding them as responsible citizens.
  

Admission Procedure

Admission to Karpagam Academy of Higher Education is only available in an online mode. So, applicants must look for the admission form on the website of the college. Additionally, they must fill out and submit the online application form to be eligible for admission. After that, they must complete entrance tests given at the discretion of the institution. The admission requirements are merit-based as well being based on entrance courses. In addition, the requirements for each course will be listed on the website of the college.

Admission Criteria

BE, B. Arch Admission

The college offers B. Tech, B.E. and B. Arch programmes. The duration of B. Tech and B.E. programme is 4 years and B. Arch programme is 5 Years.

BA Hons., B. Sc., BBA, B. Com, BCA, B. Pharm, B. Des Admissions 

The duration of these courses is 3 Years. The duration of B. Pharm and B. Des is 4 years.

M.Sc, MBA, M. Com, MCA, M.Pharm and M. Plan Admissions

The University offers M.Sc, MBA, M. Com, MCA, M. Pharm and M. Plan programme. The duration of M.Sc., MBA, M. Com, M. Pharm and M. Plan is 2 years.

Pharm D, Ph.D. Admissions

The University offers Doctorate of Pharmacy (Pharm D.) and Ph.D. programme to students. The duration of Pharm D is 6 years and Ph.D. is 3 years.

Apply Process

• Download the application form from the website of the University
  
• Fill all the details correctly by going through the instructions carefully
  
• Candidate needs to fill an application form by adding basic information like Name, Address, Mobile Number, Course preference and so on.
  
• For B.Sc./ BBA/ B. Com./ MCA/ MBA/ BCA/ M.Sc./ BE/ B. Pharm/ Pharm D./ M.E. the application form cost is INR 500/-
  
• For M. Arch/ M. Plan/ B. Des/ B. Arch application form cost is INR 1000/-
  
• For Ph.D. programme, application form cost is INR 1000/-
  
• For all programmes, Postal Charges will apply along with application form i.e. INR 50/-
  
• Candidates can easily send application forms through post with DD in favour of Karpagam Academy of Higher Education, payable at Coimbatore.
  
• Take a print out of the form for future reference.
  

Placements

The enterprising Training and Placement Cell at Karpagam Academy of Higher Education (KAHE) gears the students to be resourceful assets to their future employing organizations. Towards this, students are prepared with need-based training right from the first year onwards. Expert trainers from the industry impart their experience to enlighten the students. Therefore, comprehensive training in aptitude, soft skills as well as technical expertise is extended to bring about a well-rounded development in the students. Interviews and campus visits are much looked forward to, and every year, an increasing number of companies are making their presence felt at campus recruitment. The current year has seen more than 93% (300 students) get placed in over 20 companies; the expected placement for the next academic year is eyed to be an impressive figure of 400 students.

Training to make the students employable begins right from the first year. Faculty with subject expertise strives to install skills required by the corporate sector. The Training department makes an imperative move to produce industry ready candidates to cater the needs of current corporate expectations. The department strives to achieve the institution’s vision and meet heights to bestow learning culture as per the Industry standards and create a competitive environment and shape the student generation to reach intensive sky scraping career goals.

Scholarship

Our Karpagam Academy of Higher Education (KAHE) has been helping students of SC/ST Communities – UG and PG by getting scholarship for them from the Government of India and Tamilnad.Karpagam Academy of Higher Education offers a variety of scholarships for students who want to improve their skills and skills in specific areas. Thus, Karpagam Academy of Higher Education draws young minds to fulfill their dreams. Furthermore, the institution assists students with financial difficulties by providing educational loans that permit them to complete their studies without interruption. The scholarships offered by the institution include Post the matric scholarship as well as Higher Education Special Scholarship.

The college offers a variety of scholarships and financial assistance options. Students with a CGPA above 8 are eligible for scholarships, and sports quota students can receive up to 100% scholarship. The fees for different courses vary significantly, with undergraduate courses ranging from INR 20,000 to 25,000 per year and postgraduate courses from INR 30,000 to 40,000. Specialized courses like B.Arch have fees of INR 450,000 per annum. For B.Com CA, the tuition fees are INR 39,000 annually.

Scholarships based on academic performance, sports achievements, and special categories such as SC/ST are available. Loans covering up to 90% of the fee cost are accessible, and students are encouraged to apply through the college's scholarship and loan portal. Despite some negative remarks about the lack of scholarships for certain students, the institution provides various types of financial aid, including government scholarships and education loans.

Facilities Offered @ Karpagam Academy of Higher Education, Coimbatore

Karpagam Academy of Higher Education is home to high-tech laboratories located on the campus of the university. The laboratories are outfitted with the latest technology that aids students to learn in an innovative method of learning.Furthermore, Karpagam Academy of Higher Education is equally committed to physical actions. Grounds for games, such as Basketball Ground, Football ground Ground for Cricket, and so on. are readily available. In addition indoor games such as Tennis Court, Snooker, Carrom, Chess are also accessible. In addition, the campus offers special facilities for nets balls, tennis balls, and other equipment. The school is also focused on enhancing the athleticism of its students.

Karpagam Academy of Higher Education has a library centrally located within the campus. The library offers a broad selection of books. Furthermore, the school offers an online membership to students. The library houses a variety of audiovisual materials, books including student papers, reports, newspapers as well as magazines. Books that are available offline as well as online and journals are readily available on campus. A variety of e-journals that have been subscribed are accessible.There is a cafeteria on the campus. It is clean and big. The management is able to check the quality of food frequently. Foods are offered at a low cost.

Karpagam Academy of Higher Education is equipped with medical facilities on the campus. Because the college itself is an institution of medicine the medical facilities are readily available. If a student is sick, they are able to avail some rest in the hospital's hostel. Students who are suffering from serious illness are immediately transferred at Geetanjali Hospital.The campus is home to an overall store on the campus that can cater to the needs of students.The campus is equipped with an internet connection that is free to its students. Students can use the facilities.

The university has a nicely furnished auditorium dubbed Mammoth auditorium. The auditorium is equipped with Whiteboards with LCD projections and LCD screens, etc. .... It gives the opportunity to students to show off their skills.Karpagam Academy of Higher Education is a small school with a single classroom. It assists students to integrate into the new way of learning. It helps students engage in learning.Karpagam Academy of Higher Education offers transportation services for students. The bus services will be restricted to certain routes.

Transport

Karpagam Academy of Higher Education offers transportation services for students. The bus services will be restricted to certain routes.