About Us

Government Polytechnic College, Kottayam, established in 1960 in the beautiful land of letters, lakes and latex, towers above other institutions of its kind.At first it offered three year diploma courses in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering.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, Diploma in commercial practice and Polymer technology 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, Polymer Technology and Diploma in commercial practice. Every year more than 360 students from different walks of the society seek admission in the college .With the Jubilee, the institution can proudly speak of unchallenged achievements and meritorious service. It is a matter of immense pride that students who crossed the threshold of this pioneer institute are now placed in responsible and highly coveted positions all over the world and are contributing substantially in various fields.