Polytechnic Colleges in The Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu
2 polytechnic institutions in The Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu hold a current approval from AICTE. Between them they list 10 approved courses. Their listed courses carry a total approved intake of 620 seats.
AICTE approved institutions, academic year 2026-27. Checked 10 September 2026.
Government Polytechnic College
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Address Finger Post Udhagamandalam Nilgiris District The Nilgiris State Tamil Nadu Ownership Government Affiliation Directorate of Technical Education Approved by AICTE AICTE ID 1-46219809538 Courses & intake (8)
Programme Level Course Intake Recognition Engineering & Technology Diploma Civil Engineering 60 AICTE approved Engineering & Technology Diploma Commercial Practice 60 AICTE approved Engineering & Technology Diploma Digital Manufacturing Technologies 30 AICTE approved Engineering & Technology Diploma Electrical and Electronics Engineering 60 AICTE approved Engineering & Technology Diploma Electronics & Communication Engg 30 AICTE approved Engineering & Technology Diploma Instrumentation and Control Engineering 50 AICTE approved Engineering & Technology Diploma Internet of Things (Iot) 30 AICTE approved Engineering & Technology Diploma Mechanical Engineering 60 AICTE approved Total intake 380 Npa Centenary Polytechnic College
Diploma
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Address Sakthi Malai Road District The Nilgiris State Tamil Nadu Ownership Government Aided Affiliation Directorate of Technical Education, Chennai Approved by AICTE AISHE code S-2902 AICTE ID 1-46218872054 Courses & intake (4)
Programme Level Course Intake Recognition Engineering & Technology Diploma Automobile Engineering 60 AICTE approved Engineering & Technology Diploma Computer Engineering 60 AICTE approved Engineering & Technology Diploma Electrical and Electronics Engineering 60 AICTE approved Engineering & Technology Diploma Mechanical Engineering 60 AICTE approved Total intake 240
Frequently asked questions
How many polytechnic colleges are there in The Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu?
2 polytechnic institutions in The Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu hold a current approval from AICTE. AICTE approved institutions, academic year 2026-27. Checked 10 September 2026.
Where can I find the full list of AICTE-approved polytechnic colleges in The Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu?
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 The Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu have?
620 approved seats across 2 institutions, as published by the regulator. Intake is counted only where the approving body states it.
What courses do polytechnic colleges in The Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu offer?
The most widely approved are ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING (2), MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (2), AUTOMOBILE ENGINEERING (1), CIVIL ENGINEERING (1), COMMERCIAL PRACTICE (1), COMPUTER ENGINEERING (1). Each figure is the number of institutions approved for that course.
How many polytechnic colleges in The Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu are government and how many are private?
Of the 2 institutions listed: 1 government, 1 government aided. Ownership is taken from the regulator's own classification.
Can a polytechnic diploma lead to a degree?
Yes. Diploma holders can enter an engineering degree in the second year through lateral entry, where the state admission authority offers it. The diploma itself is a three-year qualification approved by AICTE through the state technical education board.
Where does this list come from?
AICTE approved institutions, academic year 2026-27. Checked 10 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.