COMPUTER.SCIENCE.ENGINEERING Colleges in Kerala

15 polytechnic institutions in Kerala hold a current approval from AICTE. They are spread across 9 districts, with the largest concentration in Thiruvananthapuram (4). Between them they list 12 approved courses.

AICTE approved institutions, academic year 2026-27. Checked 1 September 2026.

Frequently asked questions

How many polytechnic colleges are there in Kerala?

15 polytechnic institutions in Kerala hold a current approval from AICTE. AICTE approved institutions, academic year 2026-27. Checked 1 September 2026.

Where can I find the full list of AICTE-approved polytechnic colleges in Kerala?

This page is that list. Every institution shown holds a current approval from AICTE, with its district and approved courses. Applications are made on each institution's own website, not here.

How many seats do polytechnic colleges in Kerala have?

12,036 approved seats across 15 institutions, as published by the regulator. Intake is counted only where the approving body states it.

Which district in Kerala has the most polytechnic colleges?

Thiruvananthapuram, with 4 of the 15 institutions listed here.

What courses do polytechnic colleges in Kerala offer?

The most widely approved are CIVIL ENGINEERING (15), COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING (15), ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING (14), MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (14), AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERING (11), ELECTRONICS & COMMUNICATION ENGG (10). Each figure is the number of institutions approved for that course.

Do all these institutions only offer diplomas?

No. 15 of them also hold approval for degree courses, and are marked "Also offers degree courses" in the list. AICTE approves diploma and degree courses under the same programme, Engineering and Technology, so an institution can hold both. Each is counted once here.

Where does this list come from?

AICTE approved institutions, academic year 2026-27. Checked 1 September 2026. This screener publishes only what the approving body publishes, and shows when each list was last checked. It does not rank institutions or estimate fees. Applications are made on each institution's own website.