College of Engineering and Technology, Payyannur is a private technical institute located in Kannur, Kerala, established in 2011. Affiliated to APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU) since 2015 and previously to Kannur University, it is approved by AICTE and its architecture program is recognized by the Council of Architecture (COA). The college offers 11+ programs across engineering and architecture at undergraduate and diploma levels, with a total student intake of 335. Facilities include a digital library, modern labs, hostels, and a placement cell connecting students with top recruiters.
- College of Engineering and Technology, Payyannur Highlights
- College of Engineering and Technology, Payyannur Courses & Fees
- College of Engineering and Technology, Payyannur Admission Process
- College of Engineering and Technology, Payyannur Scholarships
- College of Engineering and Technology, Payyannur Campus & Facilities
- College of Engineering and Technology, Payyannur Placements
- College of Engineering and Technology, Payyannur Notable Alumni
College of Engineering and Technology, Payyannur Highlights
Founded in 2011, this private institute is located about 6 km from Pilathara in Kannur district, Kerala. It is AICTE and COA approved, and affiliated to KTU for engineering and architecture programs. The college offers UG and diploma courses in five engineering specializations and architecture, with a total seat intake of 335. The faculty includes over 45 teaching staff, and flagship B.Tech programs have a fee range of INR 2,00,000–2,50,000. Admissions are based on KEAM and NATA entrance exams.
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Particulars |
Details |
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Established |
2011 |
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Type |
Private |
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Approvals/Accreditations |
AICTE, COA |
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Student Intake / Strength |
335 |
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Faculty |
~45 (including 3 Professors, 3 Associate Professors, 42 Assistant Professors) |
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Flagship Program & Fees |
B.Tech: INR 2,00,000–2,50,000 (total) |
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Entrance Exams |
KEAM, NATA |
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Official Website |
College of Engineering and Technology, Payyannur Courses & Fees
The college offers B.Tech in five specializations, B.Arch, and diploma programs after 10th. All undergraduate admissions require entrance exam scores (KEAM for B.Tech, NATA for B.Arch), and diploma admissions are based on 10th standard marks. Fees for most programs range from INR 2,00,000 to 2,50,000 for the full course duration.
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Program |
Level |
Duration |
Eligibility |
Total Fees |
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B.Tech (Civil, CSE, EEE, ECE, ME) |
UG |
4 years |
10+2 with 45% + KEAM |
INR 2,00,000–2,50,000 |
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B.Arch |
UG |
5 years |
10+2 with 50% (Maths) or 10+3 Diploma + NATA |
INR 2,50,000 |
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Diploma (Engineering) |
Diploma |
3 years |
10th Pass |
INR 2,00,000–2,50,000 |
College of Engineering and Technology, Payyannur Admission Process
Admissions to B.Tech and B.Arch are through state-level entrance exams (KEAM and NATA, respectively). The application process typically opens in March–April each year. Selection is merit-based, with counseling and document verification as key steps.
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Application Window: March–April (tentative)
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Entrance Exams (if any): KEAM (B.Tech), NATA (B.Arch)
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Selection Stages (GD/PI/WAT/etc.): Counseling, Document Verification
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Step |
Details |
Indicative Timeline |
Documents |
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1 |
Online Application via KEAM/NATA portal |
March–April |
10th & 12th Marksheet, ID Proof, Photo |
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2 |
Appear for Entrance Exam |
May–June |
Admit Card |
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3 |
Participate in Counseling |
June–July |
Score Card, Certificates |
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4 |
Document Verification & Fee Payment |
July–August |
All Originals, Fee Receipt |
College of Engineering and Technology, Payyannur Scholarships
Students can access a variety of government and institutional scholarships based on merit, means, and reserved categories. Typical schemes include state merit scholarships, SC/ST/OBC scholarships, and fee concessions for eligible students.
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Scholarship |
Eligibility |
Benefit |
How to Apply |
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State Merit Scholarship |
High rank in KEAM/NATA |
Fee waiver/partial reimbursement |
Apply via state scholarship portal |
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SC/ST/OBC Scholarships |
Reserved category students |
Tuition fee reimbursement |
Through government portal |
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Institutional Merit Scholarship |
Top academic performers |
Fee concession |
Apply at college office |
College of Engineering and Technology, Payyannur Campus & Facilities
The campus features a digital library with 5,200+ books, modern laboratories, Wi-Fi, and a computer center with the latest software. Students benefit from well-equipped classrooms, seminar halls, and hostels for both boys and girls. Sports facilities and transportation are available for day scholars.
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Library / Digital Resources: 5,200+ books, e-journals, technical magazines
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Labs / Research Centres / Special Equipment: Departmental labs, computer center, language lab
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Classrooms / Seminar Halls / Auditoriums: Smart classrooms, seminar and conference halls
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Hostel / Dining: Separate hostels for boys and girls, mess facility
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Sports / Gym / Grounds: Indoor and outdoor sports, gymnasium, playgrounds
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Connectivity / Transport: College buses, accessible via Pilathara (6 km)
College of Engineering and Technology, Payyannur Placements
The placement cell organizes training, mock interviews, and connects students with reputed companies. Recent recruiters include Infosys, Bosch, Ericsson, Hapag Lloyd, US Technologies, and others. Placement statistics vary, but top packages have reached up to INR 6–8 LPA in recent years for select branches.
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Year |
Highest Package |
Average Package |
Median Package |
Top Recruiters |
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2024 |
INR 8 LPA |
INR 3–4 LPA |
INR 3 LPA |
Infosys, Bosch, Ericsson, Hapag Lloyd, US Technologies |
College of Engineering and Technology, Payyannur Notable Alumni
Graduates from CET Payyannur have secured positions in leading technology and engineering firms. Some alumni have joined global companies such as Infosys, Bosch Global Software, Ericsson India, and Hapag Lloyd.
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Name |
Role / Achievement |
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Vyshakh (EC) |
Software Engineer, Infosys |
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Babina (EC) |
Software Engineer, Infosys |
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Kavya M (EE) |
Engineer, Bosch Global Software Tech |
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Athul UK (EE) |
Engineer, Ericsson India Global Services |
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Arya EV (EC) |
Engineer, Hapag Lloyd |
