About 

Vidya Academy of Science and Technology Technical Campus (VAST TC), Thiruvananthapuram, is a private self-financing engineering institution established in 2021 under the management of the Vidya International Charitable Trust. The campus was founded with the vision of providing quality technical education that nurtures innovation, academic excellence, ethical values, and industry-ready professionals. As a part of the renowned Vidya group of institutions, VAST TC aims to equip students with the knowledge, practical skills, and leadership qualities required to excel in engineering, technology, and management careers.

The campus is located at Kilimanoor, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, in a peaceful and student-friendly environment with excellent road connectivity to Thiruvananthapuram city and nearby districts. Spread across a spacious campus with modern academic and administrative facilities, the institution offers a conducive atmosphere for learning, research, and personal development. The campus is easily accessible by public transport and is well connected to the state's major highways, railway stations, and airports.

Vidya Academy of Science and Technology Technical Campus is affiliated with APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU), Kerala, and is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi. The institution functions in accordance with the academic regulations prescribed by KTU and AICTE, ensuring quality technical education through an industry-oriented curriculum, outcome-based learning, and continuous academic improvements. The college follows recognized standards of engineering education and strives to maintain excellence in academics, innovation, and student development.

The technical campus houses well-equipped academic departments offering undergraduate engineering education with experienced faculty members specializing in their respective disciplines. The institution promotes interdisciplinary learning through advanced laboratories, project-based education, seminars, workshops, industrial interactions, and research-oriented activities. Faculty members emphasize experiential learning, innovation, entrepreneurship, and skill enhancement to prepare students for higher education and professional careers.

The institution primarily offers undergraduate programmes in engineering and technology leading to the Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) degree in various specializations. Admissions are conducted through the Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical (KEAM) entrance examination and management quota as per the norms of the Government of Kerala, KTU, and AICTE. Candidates seeking admission to B.Tech programmes must have completed Higher Secondary education (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects while meeting the prescribed eligibility criteria. Eligible students can also avail themselves of government scholarships, fee concessions, and merit-based financial assistance offered under various central and state government schemes, subject to applicable guidelines.

The campus provides modern infrastructure designed to support quality education and holistic student development. Facilities include smart classrooms, advanced laboratories, computer centres with high-speed internet, a well-stocked digital library, seminar halls, innovation and project laboratories, language learning facilities, sports and recreation amenities, a cafeteria, transportation services, medical support, Wi-Fi-enabled campus, student activity centres, career guidance and counselling services, placement training facilities, and separate hostel accommodation for boys and girls, creating a comfortable and productive learning environment.

The placement and career development cell actively prepares students for successful careers through aptitude training, soft skills development, technical workshops, coding sessions, mock interviews, resume-building programmes, personality development initiatives, and industrial internships. The institution maintains collaborations with industries and corporate organizations to facilitate campus recruitment, internship opportunities, and industry exposure, enabling students to develop the professional competencies required in today's competitive job market.

Vidya Academy of Science and Technology Technical Campus, Thiruvananthapuram, has emerged as a promising destination for technical education in Kerala by combining quality academics, experienced faculty, modern infrastructure, industry-focused learning, and comprehensive student support services. With its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, research, and professional development, the institution continues to prepare competent engineers capable of contributing effectively to society and the global technology sector.

Quality Technical Education

The college offers industry-oriented engineering education with a curriculum designed to develop technical knowledge, practical skills, and problem-solving abilities. It emphasizes academic excellence through outcome-based learning and hands-on training.

Affiliation and AICTE Approval

Vidya Academy of Science and Technology Technical Campus is affiliated with APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU) and approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), ensuring that its programmes meet the standards of technical education in India.

Experienced Faculty

The institution has qualified and experienced faculty members who mentor students through classroom teaching, laboratory sessions, research activities, technical projects, and continuous academic guidance.

Modern Infrastructure

The campus is equipped with smart classrooms, advanced laboratories, computer centres, a digital library, seminar halls, innovation labs, Wi-Fi connectivity, and other facilities that create an effective learning environment.

Industry Exposure

Students gain practical exposure through industrial visits, internships, workshops, seminars, guest lectures, technical events, and project-based learning, helping them understand current industry trends.

Placement and Career Support

The dedicated Training and Placement Cell conducts aptitude training, soft skills programmes, coding sessions, mock interviews, group discussions, resume-building workshops, and campus recruitment activities to improve students' career opportunities.

Research and Innovation

The college encourages students to participate in research projects, innovation programmes, entrepreneurship initiatives, hackathons, and technical competitions to enhance creativity and technical competence.

Student Development

Apart from academics, students are encouraged to participate in sports, cultural activities, technical clubs, NSS, and other extracurricular programmes that promote leadership, teamwork, communication skills, and overall personality development.

Student-Friendly Campus

The institution provides a safe and supportive campus environment with transportation facilities, separate hostels for boys and girls, cafeteria, medical assistance, counselling services, and recreational amenities for the overall well-being of students.

Excellent Learning Environment

With a focus on academic quality, ethical values, innovation, skill development, and holistic education, Vidya Academy of Science and Technology Technical Campus prepares students to become competent engineers and responsible professionals capable of succeeding in the global workforce.

Vision

To become a centre of excellence in technical education by nurturing competent engineers, innovators, and responsible citizens through quality education, research, innovation, and ethical values while contributing to sustainable societal and industrial development.

Mission

• To provide high-quality technical education through an outcome-based curriculum and modern teaching methodologies.
• To promote research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry collaboration among students and faculty.
• To develop technically competent graduates with leadership qualities, professional ethics, and social responsibility.
• To encourage lifelong learning, creativity, and continuous skill development to meet global technological challenges.

Admissions to Vidya Academy of Science and Technology Technical Campus are conducted according to the guidelines of the Government of Kerala, the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU), and AICTE. Candidates seeking admission must satisfy the prescribed academic qualifications and participate in the relevant admission process. Seats are filled through government merit quota, management quota, and other approved categories. Applicants are required to complete the application process, submit the necessary documents for verification, and pay the prescribed admission fee after seat allotment.

Admission Criteria

B.Tech

Admission Process

• Candidates must complete the B.Tech application form through the prescribed admission process.
• Admission is mainly based on the KEAM entrance examination and the candidate’s rank.
• Candidates must participate in the Kerala engineering counselling/allotment process for seat allocation.
• Selected candidates must submit the required documents for verification.
• Finally, candidates must pay the prescribed fees to confirm their B.Tech admission

Eligibility

• Passed Higher Secondary (10+2) or equivalent examination.
• Physics and Mathematics are compulsory subjects along with Chemistry, Computer Science, Biotechnology, Biology, or Technical Vocational subjects.
• Must satisfy the minimum aggregate marks prescribed by the Government of Kerala, KTU, and AICTE.
• Must qualify in KEAM for merit admissions.

The institution facilitates various scholarships and financial assistance schemes offered by the Central Government, Government of Kerala, and other authorized agencies. Eligible students can apply for merit scholarships, post-matric scholarships, scholarships for SC/ST/OBC and other reserved categories, minority scholarships, economically weaker section (EWS) assistance, and scholarships available through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Students are encouraged to apply through the respective government portals by meeting the eligibility criteria and submitting the required documents within the stipulated deadlines.

The Training and Placement Cell at Vidya Academy of Science and Technology Technical Campus conducts continuous placement-oriented activities to improve students' employability. The cell organizes aptitude training, coding sessions, technical skill development programmes, communication and soft skills training, resume-building workshops, mock interviews, group discussions, industrial visits, internships, and interaction with industry professionals. The institution strives to strengthen industry partnerships and facilitate campus recruitment opportunities, enabling students to pursue careers in reputed companies and higher education.

Vidya Academy of Science and Technology Technical Campus provides a modern learning environment with well-designed academic and support facilities. The campus features smart classrooms, advanced engineering laboratories, computer labs with high-speed internet, a central library with digital resources, seminar and conference halls, language laboratory, innovation and project development centres, Wi-Fi-enabled campus, sports and games facilities, indoor recreation areas, cafeteria, medical assistance, counselling services, student clubs, NSS and other extracurricular activities, career guidance and placement training centres, research support facilities, 24×7 security, and separate hostel facilities for boys and girls. These facilities ensure students receive both academic excellence and holistic personality development.

The campus offers separate hostel facilities for boys and girls with a safe, comfortable, and disciplined living environment. The hostels are equipped with furnished rooms, hygienic dining facilities, Wi-Fi access, round-the-clock security, purified drinking water, uninterrupted electricity, common study rooms, recreation facilities, and resident wardens. The hostel atmosphere is designed to provide students with a supportive environment that promotes academic focus and personal well-being.

The college provides transportation facilities connecting major locations in and around Thiruvananthapuram and nearby towns for the convenience of students and staff. College buses operate on selected routes with a focus on ensuring safe, comfortable, and punctual travel. The campus is also well connected by public transportation, making it easily accessible from different parts of the district.