Established in 2000 under the Co-operative Academy of Professional Education (CAPE), College of Engineering, Thalassery is a government institute affiliated to APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU) and approved by AICTE. The college offers B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, and MCA programs across 8 specializations, with a total intake of ~576 seats annually. Admissions are primarily entrance-based via KEAM, GATE, CAT, CMAT, KMAT, and the application window typically falls in April–June 2025. Annual fees range from INR 48,000 to 2,60,000 depending on the program, and merit-based scholarships are available for eligible students.
College of Engineering, Thalassery Admission Deadlines
Admissions for the 2025 cycle are expected to follow the Kerala state engineering schedule, with application forms for KEAM opening in April 2025 and closing by June 2025. M.Tech and MBA applications depend on respective national/state exam results, with counseling typically held in June–July 2025. Late applications are generally not accepted, and seat allotment is finalized by August 2025.
Program | Application Start | Application End | Counseling/Allotment |
B.Tech (KEAM) | April 2025 | June 2025 | July–August 2025 |
M.Tech (GATE) | March 2025 | June 2025 | July 2025 |
MBA (CAT/CMAT/KMAT) | May 2025 | June 2025 | July–August 2025 |
PhD | NA | NA | NA |
College of Engineering, Thalassery UG Admission
The undergraduate admission process for B.Tech programs is based on KEAM scores, with cutoffs typically in the 85–92 percentile range for popular branches. The total intake for B.Tech is approximately 360–420 seats across six specializations. Annual tuition fees for B.Tech are about INR 54,970, with the full 4-year program costing INR 2.2–2.4 Lakh. Lateral entry is available for diploma holders via the LET exam.
Course | Specializations | Seats | Eligibility | Selection Criteria | Annual Fee (INR) |
B.Tech | Civil, Mechanical, Electrical & Electronics, Electronics & Communication, Computer Science, Information Technology | ~360–420 | 10+2 PCM, 50% in Maths & PCM | KEAM rank | 54,970 |
B.Tech (Lateral Entry) | All above | NA | Diploma/B.Sc/B.Voc, ≥45% | LET rank | 54,970 |
College of Engineering, Thalassery PG Admission
Postgraduate admissions include M.Tech and MBA programs. M.Tech seats are limited to 18 per specialization, and MBA has an intake of 60 seats. M.Tech selection is primarily through GATE, while MBA accepts KMAT, CMAT, and CAT scores, followed by group discussion and interview. PG fees range from INR 48,000 to 1,30,000 per year, with merit scholarships available for high scorers.
Course | Specializations | Seats | Eligibility | Selection Criteria | Annual Fee (INR) |
M.Tech | Electronics & Communication, Computer Science, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical | 18 per branch | B.E/B.Tech, ≥50% | GATE rank | 48,000–65,000 |
MBA | Business Administration | 60 | UG degree, ≥50% (40% SC/ST, 48% SEBC) | KMAT/CMAT/CAT + GD/Interview | 1,00,000–1,30,000 |
MCA | Computer Applications | NA | UG degree, Maths at 10+2/UG level | Entrance/merit | NA |
College of Engineering, Thalassery PhD Admission
PhD programs at College of Engineering, Thalassery are offered in select engineering disciplines, subject to availability and university guidelines. The intake and fee structure for PhD are not officially published for 2025. Admission is typically through university-level entrance exams and interviews, with eligibility requiring a Master’s degree in the relevant field and a valid research proposal.
Discipline | Seats | Eligibility | Selection Criteria | Fee (INR) |
Engineering (various) | NA | M.Tech/M.E. or equivalent | Entrance + Interview | NA |
College of Engineering, Thalassery Application Process
The application process for all programs is conducted online via the respective entrance exam portals or the college website. The typical application fee ranges from INR 1,000–1,200 per program. Candidates must submit scanned documents, pay fees, and participate in counseling if shortlisted. Late or incomplete applications are not considered for admission.
Register on KEAM/GATE/KMAT/CMAT/CAT portal or college site (April–June 2025).
Fill out the online application form and upload required documents.
Pay the application fee (INR 1,000–1,200).
Appear for the entrance exam and counseling as per schedule.
Finalize admission by document verification and fee payment.
Step | Details |
Registration | Online via exam/college portal |
Application Fee | INR 1,000–1,200 |
Documents | Mark sheets, ID, photo, entrance scorecard |
Entrance Exam | KEAM/GATE/KMAT/CMAT/CAT |
Counseling | Online/Offline, July–August 2025 |
Final Admission | Verification & fee payment |
