CPCL Polytechnic College is a premier college located in Chennai that provides technical education. The college was established by the CPCL Educational Trust in 1988. All the courses are affiliated to Directorate of Technical Education (DOTE), Chennai and approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).

It offers admission to three diploma courses in engineering - Petrochemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering. The diploma courses are of 6 semesters (3 year) duration. The admissions to these courses are provided solely based on the merit obtained. The college ensures 100% placement assistance through its Placement Cell.

CPCL Polytechnic College Highlights

Established 1988, CPCL Educational Trust
Affiliation AICTE and DOTE, Tamil Nadu
Set by CPCL Educational Trust
Courses Offered diploma programs in engineering
Application Mode Online
Admission Criteria Merit
Campus Area 20 acres
Facilities Available Library, Laboratory, Computer Centre, Implant Trainings, Workshop, Guest Lectures, Seminar
Official Website http://www.cpclpolytechnic.com/ 

CPCL Polytechnic College Courses

There are three diploma courses offered at CPCL Polytechnic College. The course details are as follows-

Course Details
Diploma  Specializations : Petrochemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering
Duration : 3 years
Eligibility: Passed the SSC(Std.X) examination
Selection Criteria: Merit Based

CPCL Polytechnic College Admissions

The application for admission is conducted online by the college. Students can acquire admission either to 1st year of the diploma course or into direct 2nd year of the diploma course.

How to Apply?

  • Apply online through the online application form available on the CPCL Polytechnic College website
  • The eligibility criteria for admission to 1st year - Pass in Class Xth (SSC) examination
  • The eligibility criteria for admission to 2nd year - Pass in Class 12th examination or Pass in Class X (SSC) examination and two year relevant ITI Trade

Documents Required

The following documents have to carried in their original states:

  • 12th and 10th Mark sheets
  • Transfer Certificate after the completion of HSC
  • Conduct Certificate from the institution last studied
  • Migration Certificate for other state students (CBSE/Intermediate)
  • Nativity Certificate.
  • Aadhaar Card copy

CPCL Polytechnic College Placements

The college ensures 100% placement assistance through its Placement Cell. During the duration of the course, students get to participate in apprenticeship training at both college and companies. The college offers industry training, industry visits, organises of guest lectures and internship programs.

The placement highlights are as follows:

Department No. of Students Placed Highest Package 
Department of Mechanical Engineering 43 INR 2.6 LPA
Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering 35 INR 3.5 LPA
Department of Petrochemical Engineering 15 INR 3.5 LPA

The campus recruitment program starts by the beginning of the pre-final semester, and continues till the end of final semester. Some of the companies where the students have been placed include Delphi TVS, TI Metals, Nokia Electronics, J Ray Mcdermott Engineering Services PVT LTD, Feenixtech India, Petronash Engineering Services Pvt Ltd., Southern Petrochemicals Industries Corporation Limited, Sankar Sealing Systems Pvt Ltd.

CPCL Polytechnic College Scholarships

The various scholarships available to students are as follows-

  • Scholarship assistance to eligible students
  • Free education for SC/ST students

CPCL Polytechnic College Facilities

The following facilities cater both students and faculty members

  • Library - The college has a good collection of technical books in the library. It is furnished with 7000 volumes of books, 6 National journals, 50 Educational CDs and 2 Dailies and also a member of National Digital Library New Delhi. Both students and faculty members can avail the facility of the library to enhance their knowledge.
  • Laboratories - There are various labs at CPCL Polytechnic College such as Thermal Lab, Electrical Lab, CIM Lab, Distillate testing Lab. An instructor trains the students at the laboratory by engaging them in various experiments. Hence, training the students practically with modern machinery and equipment in the laboratory. Special attention is given to each and every student to operate and handle the concerned experiments 
  • Computer Center - The college has a spacious, well equipped two numbers of computer centre with modern computing facilities with internet connectivity.
  • English Communication Laboratory - Communication is one of most essential soft skills for any professional life. This is why CPCL Polytechnic College has an English Communication Laboratory which promotes and inculcates good communication skills in their students. 
  • Workshops - CPCL Polytechnic College organises regular training workshops, aiming to introduce current issues and facts about the technology and environment to the students and faculties.
  • Guest Lectures - Eminent personalities from the industry and academia are invited to deliver guest lectures at CPCL Polytechnic College. 
  • Seminars - Regular seminars are conducted on different topics regularly. Seminars are essentially a place where assigned readings are discussed, questions can be raised and debates can be conducted.
  • Implant Training - To promote practical training of students, implant training is conducted by the college. Every year CPCL Polytechnic College offers Inplant training and Industrial visit for the students to update their knowledge in their field of study. 

CPCL Polytechnic College Faculty

The college hosts 30 qualified faculty members. There are three departments and the faculty of each department consists of a head of department, lecturers and instructors. In addition to classroom teaching, laboratory classes are given special attention at CPCL Polytechnic. All the students are expected to be regular and learn the practical aspects of the subject and develop the necessary skills to become professionals.

CPCL Polytechnic College FAQs

Ques. Can I take admission in the second year of my diploma at CPCL Polytechnic College? 

Ans. Yes, you can take admission to a second year diploma given that you fulfill the eligibility criteria. To secure admission to second year diploma, the candidate must have passed in HSC (vocational) courses for 10th Std. + 2 Years 

Ques. What are some of the extracurricular activities offered at CPCL Polytechnic College? 

Ans. CPCL Polytechnic College offers and encourages students to participate in various extracurricular activities. The college offers students participation in -

  • National Service Scheme (NSS)
  • Youth Red Cross (YRC)
  • Red Ribbon Club (RRC)

Ques. Which are the programs offered at CPCL Polytechnic College?

Ans. CPCL Polytechnic College offers admission to three diploma courses. These are - Petrochemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering.

Ques. Does CPCL Polytechnic College provide industrial training ?

Ans. Yes, there are several industrial visits organized for students. Some of the companies where the students have visited include Ashok Leyland, Ennore Thermal Power Station, Madras Fertilizers Limited (MFL), Cetex Petrochemicals, Integral Coach Factory, Nippo Batteries, among many others

Ques. How is the placement at CPCL Polytechnic College?

Ans. The Placement Cell offers guidance to students to help them launch their careers. The college ensures 100% placement through its placement cell.