Kongu Engineering College, (KEC)

  Kongu Engineering College is the great possession of the committed Trust called 'The Kongu Vellalar Institute of Technology Trust' (KVITT) in Erode District, Tamilnadu.   Kongu, refering to a region in Southern India, is a term dating back to the Chera period. And  Kongu Vellalars refers to an agricultural  community called Kongu Vellalar Gounders who were mainly concentrated in and around Erode District in the West of Tamilnadu.  The members of this community were deprived of educational facility in those days and were pushed to the back ground owing to the privatisation of eduction, especially technical.  Hence this Trust, KVITT, was created in the year 1983 by a group of philantropists from among the Kongu Vellalar Gouders to promote technical education and encourage literary and scientific knowledge and develop equality of opportunity for the rich and the poor.  The noble Trust has taken the institute to greater heights since its inception in 1983 and has established the college as a forum for imparting value based education for men and women.

 V. Balusamy, Principal, Kongu Engineering College is an acclaimed academician, researcher and an industrial executive with a total experience of over 35 years.

 Kongu Engineering College, one of the foremost multi-professional research-led Institutions is internationally a recognized leader in professional and career-oriented education. It provides an integral, inter-disciplinary education - a unique intersection between theory and practice, passion and reason. The College offers courses of study that are on the frontiers of knowledge and it connects the spiritual and practical dimensions of intellectual life, in a stimulating environment that fosters rigorous scholarship and supportive community. 

  Tamilnadu Government G.O. Ms. No. 1294 dated 29.9.1984 granted Kongu Engineering College as an autonomous engineering college located at Perundurai, Erode district in the state of Tamil Nadu in India. It is affiliated to Anna University and accredited 'A++' Grade by National Assessment and Accreditation Council.  Affiliated to Anna University Chennai,the college has completed four decades of dedicated service to the people of India and abroad in the field of Technical Education.  AICTE, New Delhi approval No. F.No.45-46/91-AICTE/586 dated 19.4.1993.

  Kongu Engineering College has an area of 167 acres of land richly endowed with beautiful greenery.  The college provides various facilities including Library, Sports facilities, Guest Houses, Mens and ladies hostels, College Transport, Medical facilities, Dispensery, ambulance, Food court, Amenity  centre, Bank and ATM, Post office, RO purifier, Wifi connectivity and 24 hour power supply.

  The College Library established in the year 1984, was housed in a classroom with 700 books to start with. In 1986 when the college was shifted to its permanent building, the library occupied a lecture hall in the first floor of the main building. In 1991, it was shifted to the present building named “C.D. MEMORIAL LIBRARY” in honour of the founder correspondent, Thiru. C. Doraisamy.  In the year 2005, the library buildings were extended from 5 sections to 12 various sections with discussion rooms, modern furniture, and air conditioning.

  The Department of Physical Education aims to instill the spirit of sportsmanship in technical students, to help them learn discipline, leadership quality, team work and also encourage them to participate in Sports & Games, in order to lead a healthy life. This Department is well equipped with all facilities, to enable the students to practice and participate in all the games and sports events indoor as well as outdoor.  KEC encourages students who join under sports quota by providing full free education with free boarding and lodging for 15 students every year.

Vision
  To be a centre of excellence for development and dissemination of knowledge in Applied science, Technology, Engineering and Management for the Nation and beyond.

Mission
  Be committed to value based Education, Research and Consultancy in Engineering and Management and to bring out technically competent, ethically strong and quality professionals to keep our Nation ahead in the competitive knowledge intensive world.

  KEC with its state-of-the-art infrastructural facilities and excellent academic records has earned recognition as one of the reputed educational institutions for men and women in India.

  Kongu Engineering College, one of the foremost multi professional research-led Institutions is internationally a recognized leader in professional and career-oriented education.

   Only candidates who meet the eligibility criteria are eligible to apply for admission. 

  Register and participate in TNEA online counselling conducted by the Directorate of Technical Education (DoTE), Tamil Nadu.

  Fill college and stream choice in preference order. 

  Based on the 12th standard score, college and streams are allotted to candidates. 

  Once Kongu Engineering College is allotted, visit the campus. 

   Fill the admission form, submit the documents and deposit the programme fee. 

About Placement Cell

  The placement cell has been functioning in our campus since 1998. Placement Cell serves as a bridge between the academic world and the professional realm, facilitating the transition of students from the classroom to the workplace.

  Placement Cells have evolved significantly over the years and moved beyond merely organizing campus interviews to offering comprehensive career development services. The integration of technology has streamlined the job search process, allowing students to access job listings and resources online.

  Furthermore, Placement Cells now recognize the importance of holistic development. We focus on nurturing not only technical skills but also interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and adaptability, as these qualities are highly valued by employers.

 
Functions of a Placement Cell:

Career Guidance:

  The Placement Cell offers students guidance and counselling to help them identify their career goals and aspirations. It assists in clarifying career paths, choosing suitable courses, and developing relevant skills.

Industry Connections:

  Establishing strong relationships with industry professionals and organizations is a core function of the Placement Cell. We collaborate with companies to create internship opportunities, conduct campus recruitment drives, and foster industry-academia partnerships.

Job Postings:

  The Placement Cell disseminates information about job openings and internships, ensuring students are aware of relevant opportunities which significantly reduce the stress and anxiety associated with job hunting.

Scholarships:

   Top 5 students of each Department based on the CGPA will be given a scholarship around 11000 to 15000.

   In addition Government of Tamilnadu also gives scholarship to students based on merit.

  The Department of Physical Education to instill the spirit of sportsmanship in technical students, to help them learn discipline, leadership quality, team work and also encourage them to participate in Sports & Games, in order to lead a healthy life. The Department of Physical Education is well equipped with all facilities, to enable the students to practice and participate in all the games and sports events indoor as well as outdoor.

 Our college encourages students who join under sports quota by providing full free education with free boarding and lodging for 15 students every year.

  In order to develop sports activities, we conduct as an annual feature Kongu trophy state level Inter-collegiate tournament in ten disciplines for both men and women. We organizes coaching camps for Badminton, Basketball, Tennis, Table-Tennis, Volleyball, Football, Hockey, Kabaddi and Athletic teams of our institution every year.

Vision
  To strive for the centre of excellence in sports and to develop the overall personality of the students for the country and beyond.

Mission
  We are committed to promote sports in the institution by providing excellent sports facilities and systematic coaching program and to bring out the sports talents and to make them physically and mentally strong engineering professional to survive in this competitive world.