About TKM College of Engineering
TKM College of Engineering at Karicode, Kollam, is an autonomous engineering college set up in 1958 by the TKM College Trust, offering B.Tech, B.Arch, M.Tech, MCA and PhD.
TKM College of Engineering was founded in 1958 by Janab Thangal Kunju Musaliar under the TKM College Trust and calls itself the oldest private-sector engineering college in Kerala. It started with 120 students in three branches and now admits over 1,000 students a year across nine B.Tech programmes, B.Arch and postgraduate courses at its Karicode campus in Kollam. The college is affiliated to APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University and received UGC autonomy in 2022. It is approved by AICTE, holds a NAAC A grade and has NBA accreditation for its B.Tech and some M.Tech programmes. All departments are approved research centres of the technological university, and the campus hosts the SEEDS-97 business incubation centre.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Architecture Accepts: NATA |
Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Technology Accepts: KEAM |
Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Computer Applications | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Technology | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Entrance test, Lateral
85% of B.Tech seats are government quota, allotted by the Commissioner of Entrance Examinations from a rank list that gives equal weight to KEAM and Class 12 marks; B.Arch uses NATA plus Class 12 marks. The remaining 15% management seats are filled by the TKM College Trust from candidates the CEE declares eligible. M.Tech merit seats go through the DTE centralised allotment, and MCA merit seats through the LBS Centre. Lateral entry to B.Tech and PhD admission follow separate notifications.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Architecture: Studying in: Class 12; Stream: Science (PCM); NATA or JEE Main Paper 2 as required by the institution
- Bachelor of Technology: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Mathematics; At least 45% marks in Class 12; one more subject from the AICTE list (e.g. Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology)
- Master of Computer Applications: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; BCA, B.Sc (CS/IT) or equivalent
- Master of Technology: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Technology; At least 50% marks in UG; B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline; GATE score preferred
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Rankings and accreditation
Accreditation
- NAAC A
Where these courses lead
Architect
Architects design buildings and spaces that are safe, useful and beautiful. In India only people registered with the Council of Architecture under…
Professor
Professors teach college and university students and carry out research in their subject. The entry post in India is Assistant Professor, which…
Research Scientist
Research scientists plan and run experiments to discover new knowledge or solve practical problems. In India most enter research through a master's…
Software Engineer
Software engineers design, write and test the programs and apps people use every day. In India most enter the field after a…
Civil Engineer
Civil Engineers apply science and maths to planning, designing and building roads, bridges, buildings, water supply and other infrastructure. Most enter the…
Mechanical Engineer
Mechanical Engineers apply science and maths to designing, making and maintaining machines, engines and manufacturing systems. Most enter the profession through a…
Electrical Engineer
Electrical Engineers apply science and maths to generating, transmitting and using electric power and electrical equipment. Most enter the profession through a…
Data Scientist
Data scientists collect and study large amounts of data to find patterns and help organisations make decisions. They use statistics, programming and…
Other colleges in Kollam
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amritapuri Campus
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a B.Tech seat at TKM College of Engineering?
Government quota seats (85%) are allotted by the Commissioner of Entrance Examinations using KEAM and Class 12 marks
Is TKM College of Engineering autonomous?
Yes. UGC granted autonomy in May 2022, and it remains affiliated to APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University.
Which exam is needed for B.Arch at TKMCE?
NATA, with at least 40% in NATA and 50% aggregate in Class 12 with Mathematics.
When was TKMCE founded?
In 1958, by Janab Thangal Kunju Musaliar under the TKM College Trust.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- TKM College of Engineering · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- About College - TKM College of Engineering · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Admission Policy - TKM College of Engineering · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
Something changed? Report an update