Central Polytechnic College, Thiruvananthapuram

Central Polytechnic College, Thiruvananthapuram was established in the year 1958,

Established in the year 1958, the Central Polytechnic College, Thiruvananthapuram started functioning in a building on the campus of the School of Arts. At first, it offered three-year diploma courses in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Electrical Engineering. Having constructed its own building in the year 1967, the college shifted to Vattiyoorkavu in the outskirts of the city. Situated in a place of great historical signification – a place that contributed greatly to the cause of the nation during our struggle for freedom – the college has so far successfully contributed to the process of nation-building. Within a short span of time, the college has become one of the most sought-after technical education institutions in Kerala.

The campus sprawling over an area of 25.4 acres provides ample facilities to both the staff and the student community. In order to serve the needs of the industry in a better way other diploma branches like Electronics Engineering, Textile Technology, and Computer Engineering were later introduced. The college now offers three-year diploma courses in six disciplines – Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Textile Technology, and Computer Engineering. Every year more than 360 students from different walks of the society seek admission to college. A center of great academic brilliance, most of the leading companies visit our college every year hunting for talented technicians. The increasing percent of placement for our students is a mark of recognition for the humble service we are providing.

Courses Offered By Central Polytechnic College

• Diploma Civil Engineering (DCE)
• Diploma Computer Engineering (DCE)
• Diploma Electrical and Electronics (DEE)
• Diploma Electronics and Communication (DEC)
• Diploma Mechanical Engineering (DME)