About JCT College of Engineering & Technology
Autonomy, Excellence, and Innovation since 2009
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About the Institution
JCT College of Engineering and Technology is an Autonomous Institution established by the Shri Jagannath Educational Health and Charitable Trust. The Trust was founded in 2008 by prominent philanthropists with the objective of providing affordable quality technical education — especially to students from underserved and rural communities.
Located in Pichanur, Coimbatore, the institution has grown into a recognised centre of excellence in engineering and technology. It offers a wide array of specialised undergraduate and postgraduate courses tailored to meet the demands of modern industry, including programs unique to the region such as Petroleum Engineering and Petrochemical Technology.
With over a decade of academic excellence, JCT Engineering has built a strong reputation for producing industry-ready graduates who lead successful careers at top organisations across India and abroad. Its autonomous status empowers continuous curriculum innovation aligned with global industry trends.
2009
Established
11+
Departments
3000+
Students
98%
Placement Rate
Vision & Mission
Our Vision
To emerge as a premier centre of excellence in engineering education and research, fostering innovation and producing globally competent professionals with strong ethical values and social commitment.
Our Mission
- To provide quality technical education that meets global standards and industry needs.
- To encourage research, innovation and entrepreneurship among students and faculty.
- To build strong industry-institute interaction for practical skill development.
- To cultivate leadership qualities, ethical values, and social responsibility.
- To promote inclusive education accessible to students from all socioeconomic backgrounds.
Quality Policy
- To create quality professionals to meet the emerging Industrial, Social and Economical needs.
- To create a good ambiance to the Students for their Academic Excellence and Innovation.
- Enhancing the skills and Knowledge of the Faculty and Staff through career development programmes.
- Encouraging and fostering a spirit of teamwork.
- Aiming at continual Improvement in all our activities.
- The management supports the team of educators to improve their professional knowledge through career development programmes, which enhance them to bring out graduates with social values.
- Students are motivated to take up decisions and they are continuously updated with technical knowledge that is essential for a developing nation.
- Helps the students for career development by improving their communication skills and technical knowledge.
Great Minds. Passionate Leaders. One Vision.
Dr. S. Manoharan
Principal
JCT College of Engineering and Technology
"Welcome to JCT College of Engineering and Technology. Our institution stands as a beacon of quality technical education in the region, committed to shaping the engineers of tomorrow."
JCT College of Engineering and Technology is governed by the Shri Jagannath Educational Health and Charitable Trust, led by a dedicated management team committed to academic excellence and student success.
Mr. R. Arulselvan
Chairman
Mr. R. Gautaman
Vice Chairman
Mr. R. Durga Shankar
Secretary & Managing Trustee
Administration — HOD
Our departments are led by experienced Professors and Heads with deep domain expertise and strong research credentials.
Dr. S. Karthikumar
Director - IQAC & Professor
Internal Quality Assurance Cell
Dr. V. Jethose
Director - Training & Placement & Head
Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
Dr. B. Balraj
Dean Academics & Head
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Dr. M. Bhuvaneshwaran
Professor & Head
Mechanical Engineering
Dr. V. Murugesh
Professor & Head
Civil Engineering
Dr. A. Murugesan
Professor & Head
Petrochemical Technology
Dr. K. Mohanapandian
Professor & Head
Science & Humanities
Dr. K. Malarvizhi
Professor & Head
Computer Science & Business Systems
Dr. P. Balamurugan
Professor & Head
Food Technology
Dr. K. Ramachandran
Professor & Head
Petroleum Engineering
Dr. K. V. Selvakumar
Professor & Head
Biotech & Biochemical Engineering
Dr. S. Sakthi Vinayagam
Professor & Head
Computer Science & Engineering
Governing Council
The Governing Council oversees the strategic direction and governance of JCT College of Engineering and Technology, comprising trust members, university nominees, government nominees, and industry experts.
| S.No | Member | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mr. R. Arulselvan | Chairman / Managing Trustee |
| 2 | Mr. R. Gautaman | Vice Chairman / Member of Trust |
| 3 | Mr. R. Durga Shankar | Secretary & Managing Trustee |
| 4 | Dr. S. Manoharan | Principal — Member Secretary |
| 5 | Nominee — Anna University | University Nominee |
| 6 | Nominee — AICTE | Government Nominee |
| 7 | Industry Expert | Industry Nominee |
| 8 | Senior Faculty Representative | Faculty Nominee |
Planning & Monitoring Board
The objectives of this committee is to make a planning of academic/co-curricular/extra-curricular activities for the forthcoming semester/academic year. As well, this committee will review the activities of the previous semester/year and make recommendations to the Principal/Management for further improvement.
This committee will overview the financial viability of the college in each financial year and based on the report of the auditor it will make suggestions/recommendations to the Principal/Management about further facilities/amenities/laboratories to be included in the forthcoming semester/year.
The committee will also overview the Research and Development activities of the college in each year and make suggestions for further improvements in this aspect. The composition of the committee is given below.
| S.No | Name | Position | Category | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. MANOHARAN S | Chairman | Principal, JCT College of Engineering and Technology | Ph.D. — Electrical Machines |
| 2 | Dr. JETHOSE V | Member | Senior faculty member of the College | Ph.D. — Electrical Engineering |
| 3 | Dr. GANDHINATHAN M | Member | Senior faculty member from University / other college | Ph.D. — Mechanical Engineering |
| 4 | Mr. RAJU G | Member | Industrial expert in the field of engineering and technology | M.E. — CAD/CAM |
| 5 | Mr. BALAMURUGAN S | Member | Industrial expert in the field of engineering and technology | B.E. — Mechanical Engineering |
| 6 | Mr. THEODORE SOLOMAN E.C | Member | Architect / Civil Engineer | B.Arch. — Architecture |
| 7 | Mr. ARUN KUMAR C | Member | Architect / Civil Engineer | B.Arch. — Architecture |
Core Values
Integrity
Upholding the highest standards of honesty and transparency in all academic and administrative activities.
Excellence
Striving for continuous improvement in teaching, research, and student outcomes across all disciplines.
Teamwork
Fostering collaborative learning, inclusive communities, and mutual respect among all stakeholders.
Global Vision
Preparing graduates to compete and contribute in an interconnected, technology-driven global society.
Innovation
Encouraging creative thinking, problem-solving, and the application of technology to real-world challenges.
Social Commitment
Serving society through community outreach, value-based education, and environmentally responsible practices.
Approvals & Accreditations
AICTE
Approved
NBA
Accredited Programs
NAAC
"A" Grade
Anna University
Affiliated
UGC
Recognized
ISO 9001:2015
Certified
Campus Highlights
Hi-Tech Classrooms
Smart, ICT-enabled classrooms with digital projectors and modern AV systems for interactive learning.
Modern Laboratories
State-of-the-art labs equipped with the latest technology aligned to industry standards.
24×7 Campus
A secure, vibrant campus alive around the clock with CCTV surveillance and on-campus support.
Extensive Library
Digital library with thousands of e-journals, books, and online learning resources including NDLI.
Sports Infrastructure
Excellent facilities for indoor and outdoor sports nurturing holistic student development.
Transport Fleet
Extensive bus network covering major routes across Coimbatore, Palakkad, and surrounding areas.
Why Choose JCT Engineering?
Timeline
2009
- College started with four branches of Engineering (CSE, Civil, ECE, MECH) with an intake of 240 students on 1st August, 2009.
- All the Department Labs Inaugurated
2010
- A new course Electrical and Electronics Engineering started with an intake of 60 Students
- Total intake in B.E-Mechanical Engineering increased to 120
- First National level technical Symposium “JFINAGLES 2010” Conducted. Chief Guest Dr.A.R.Krishnan,Group Director,VSSC-ISRO
- Inauguration of Training and Placement Cell
- Women’s Volley ball – Anna University Zonal Level Tournament conducted
2011
- B.E. Petro Chemical Engineering Course started with intake of 60
- 2nd Sub Junior Women’s National Level Boxing Championship
- Second National level technical Symposium “JFINAGLES 2011” Conducted
- Second Annual Day Celebrations 2011
2012
- B.E. Automobile Engineering Course started with intake of 60
- PG Programs M.E. Engineering Design, M.E. Power Electronics and Drives, M.E. Structural Engineering and M.E. VLSI Design started
- ISO 9001:2008 certification obtained
- Inaugurated CNC Center
- Anna University Zone 10 “Table Tennis Tournament” held on 17th and 18th October 2012
- First National Conference on Recent Advances in Computing Sciences – RACS 2012 on 6th September 2012 sponsored by DRDO
- National Level workshop on “Effective Utilization of Digital Resources For Teaching and Learning”
- Organized the science exhibition EKSPOZIO’12 on 6th March 2012
- Tamil Nadu CARROM Tournament for men and women on from 26th to 28th in association with Tamil Nadu Carrom Association and Coimbatore District Carrom Association
2013
- B.Tech Petroleum Engineering Course started with in take of 60 Students
- Total intake in B.E-Petro Chemical Engineering increased from 60 to 120 students
- Government of Tamil Nadu and EDI sponsored Entrepreneur Development Cell inaugurated on 3rd December 2013
- Anna University Zone 10 Men and Women Inter Collegiate Chess Tournament held on 8th August 2013
2014
- B.Tech Food Technology Course started with in take of 60 Students
- First Graduation Day, Chief Guest: Dr.K.Ramasamy ,Vice Chancellor, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore
- Inaugurated JCT Polytechnic College on 26th July 2014
- Fifth National level technical Symposium “JFINAGLES 2014” Conducted
2015
- ISTE Chapter Inaugurated
- Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering and Automobile Engineering Blocks Opened
- Second Graduation Day, Chief Guest:Prof.Dr.E.Balagurusamy,Former Member Union Public Service Commission,New Delhi & Former Vice Chancellor, Anna University, Chennai
- Sixth National level technical Symposium “JFINAGLES 2015” Conducted
2016
- HR SAMMEZALAN – 2017
- JCT INSTITUTIONS-MEGA JOB FAIR 2017
- JCT Driving Institute-with hands together with MARUTI DRIVING SCHOOL( A Unit of Sree Saradhambal Automobile Pvt.Ltd)
- Eighth Annual Day Celebrations on 31st March 2017
- Dept of EEE – Anna University Sponsored 7 Days FDTP on “IC6501– CONTROL SYSTEMS” from 15.05.2017 to 21.05.2017
- National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) Peer Team visit from 20.07.2017 to 22.07.2017
- Fourth Graduation Day, Chief Guest: Prof.Dr.A.Ganapathi, Vice-Chancellor, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore
- Inaugural Ceremony of First Year B.E/B.Tech 2017-2021 Batch
- PRAVEGA-2017 on 14 & 15 September 2017 organized by Department of Automobile Engineering
- JCT Alumni Association – Second Alumni Meet on 8th October 2017
- World Food Day – 2K17 organized by Department of Food Technology, JCTCET
- JCT Champions Trophy 2016 held on 5th and 6th February 2016
- CSI Students Chapter Inaugurated on 14th March 2016
- DBT Sponsored National Conference on Emerging Trends and Applications in Food, Biotechnology KAFSIMA’16
- Seventh National level technical Symposium “JFINAGLES 2016” Conducted
- Third Graduation Day, Chief Guest: Dr. T.R.Padmanabhan, Professor Emeritus, Amirta Deemed University, Coimbatore
- Entrepreneurship Awareness Camp, Sponsored by National Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Development Board, Govt of India
- ISRO Certification Course -Eighteenth IIRS Outreach Programme, Chief Guest: Mr.S.A.Kannan,Scientist Engineer SG,ISRO, Bangalore.
- JCT Alumni Association – First Alumni Meet October 2016
2017
- HR SAMMEZALAN – 2017
- JCT INSTITUTIONS-MEGA JOB FAIR 2017
- JCT Driving Institute-with hands together with MARUTI DRIVING SCHOOL( A Unit of Sree Saradhambal Automobile Pvt.Ltd)
- Eighth Annual Day Celebrations on 31st March 2017
- Dept of EEE – Anna University Sponsored 7 Days FDTP on “IC6501– CONTROL SYSTEMS” from 15.05.2017 to 21.05.2017
- National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) Peer Team visit from 20.07.2017 to 22.07.2017
- Fourth Graduation Day, Chief Guest: Prof.Dr.A.Ganapathi, Vice-Chancellor, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore
- Inaugural Ceremony of First Year B.E/B.Tech 2017-2021 Batch
- PRAVEGA-2017 on 14 & 15 September 2017 organized by Department of Automobile Engineering
- JCT Alumni Association – Second Alumni Meet on 8th October 2017
- World Food Day – 2K17 organized by Department of Food Technology, JCTCET
2018
- Anna University Sponsored 7 Days FDTP on CS6402-Design and Analysis of Algorithms from 24.11.17 to 30.11.17 by Department of CSE JCTCET.
- JCT IGNITE 2018-Two Day Inter-State Science Exhibition organized by JCT Polytechnic College on 05.01.2018 and 06.01.2018
- SECOND INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON INVENTIVE SYSTEMS AND CONTROL (ICISC – January 2018)
- Dhruvaz-2k18 on 02 March 2018 organized by Department of Mechanical Engineering, JCTCET
- 9th Annual Day Celebrations held on 6th April 2018
- Fifth Graduation Day, Chief Guest: Dr. R. Velu, IAS (Retd.) Former Union Minister of State for Railways.
- NBA Accredited 4 Engineering Courses CSE, EEE, MECH, PCE
- 10th Annual Day and Cultural Day Celebrations held on 24th March 2019
2019
- 10th Annual Day and Cultural Day Celebrations held on 24th March 2019