BASIC DETAILS:
- Short Name: PSGCT
- Counselling Code: 2006
- Year of Establishment: 1951
- Status: government aided college.
- Address: Avinashi Rd, Peelamedu, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu 641004, India
- Phone: +91 422 257 2177
- Website: psgtech.edu
- Email id:dean.admn@psgtech.ac.in
How to Reach?
- Start at Coimbatore Main Junction (Railway Station).
- Head northeast on State Highway 19 (Trichy Road) toward Gandhipuram.
- Continue straight on Trichy Road for about 2 km until you reach Gandhipuram Bus Stand.
- At Gandhipuram, turn left onto Avinashi Road (NH 544).
- Drive straight on Avinashi Road for about 3 km.
- Look for PSG College of Technology on your left-hand side.
- Enter the college premises through the main gate.
- Chennai: Distance: 495 km.
- Madurai: Distance: 230 km.
- Trichy: Distance: 200 km.
- Salem: Distance: 160 km.
- Erode: Distance: 100 km.
- Vellore: Distance: 340 km.
- Tirunelveli: Distance: 330 km.
Courses Offered (UG Engg):
- Automobile Engineering
- Biomedical Engineering
- Civil Engineering (GOVT AIDED)
- Computer Science and Engineering
- Computer Science and Engineering (AI and ML)
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering (GOVT AIDED)
- Electronics and Communication Engineering (GOVT AIDED)
- Instrumentation and Control Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (GOVT AIDED)
- Metallurgical Engineering (GOVT AIDED)
- Production Engineering (GOVT AIDED)
- Robotics and Automation Engineering
- Bio Technology
- Fashion Technology
- Information Technology
- Textile Technology (GOVT AIDED)
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Sandwich)
- Mechanical Engineering (Sandwich)
- Production Engineering (Sandwich)
Accreditation:
- NBA Accredited Programs: Eight Courses: CIVIL, MECH, ECE, EEE, CSE, IT, PRODUCTION ENGINEERING, BIOTECHNOLOGY.
- NAAC Accreditation: The college is accredited with an ‘A++’ GRADE.
- NIRF Ranking: Engineering: Ranked 24th in India (NIRF 2023).Overall: Ranked 35th in India (NIRF 2023).
What the Students say about this college?
LIKES:
- Scholarships: State govt. & alumni scholarships available.
- Placements: Good opportunities; varies by department.
- Faculty: Experienced (mostly PhDs); 90% friendly & approachable.
- Maintenance: Outstanding campus cleanliness.
- Academics: Excellent learning environment.
- Hostel: Near campus; monthly menu with student input.
DISLIKES:
- Girls Hostel: Strict 6:30 PM curfew; complicates outside classes.
- Campus: Small; can feel chaotic.
- Student Teams: No support for national/higher-level competitions.
Key Strengths:
- Research Scholars: PSG College of Technology has over 505 research scholars pursuing PhD, MS, or MTech degrees and is a recognized QIP (Quality Improvement Programme) center for both postgraduate and PhD programs.
- Visiting Faculties: The college boasts excellent in-house faculty, complemented by over 15 visiting faculty members from top institutions and industries, enhancing the overall learning experience.
- Library: Dr. GRD Memorial Library (named after the first principal). Houses 260,000+ books, 13,000+ CDs/DVDs, and 200+ printed journals. Features a digital library with 60 computers and high-speed internet.
- Alumni Network: PSG College of Technology boasts an exceptional alumni network, including luminaries like Dr. Mylswamy Annadurai (Chandrayaan-1 & 2), Mr. Shiv Nadar (HCL founder), and Mr. K. Pandia Rajan (Ma Foi founder), who have excelled in space, IT, and corporate sectors.
- Patents Owned: PSG College of Technology has been granted a total of 45 patents from January 2016 to August 2024, with a notable increase in recent years, particularly in 2023 with 15 patents.
- Copyrights Owned: PSGCT registered software copyrights like “Automated Captioning for E-Learning” and “Self-Supervised Learning,” developed by EEE, IT, and CSE faculty. Another copyright, “Deep Learning for Animal Intrusion Detection,” showcases innovative software solutions. These reflect PSGCT’s strong focus on research and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- KAPILA: The Kalam Program for IP Literacy and Awareness, empowers Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) by providing financial assistance for patent filing and educating students and faculty on the IP filing process in India and globally.
- ADVANCED RESEARCH CENTERS: The college has established several advanced centers, including: CAD/CAM/CIM Centre, Virtual Reality Centre, Virtual Instrumentation Centre, Educational Technology Centre, Centre for Non-Formal and Continuing Education, PROJECT IMPACT Centre,
- ADVANCED RESEARCH CENTERS :UNDP Jute Project Centre, TIFAC-CORE, Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing Centre, Festo-PSG Centre, Metals Testing and Research Centre, Industry Institute Partnership Cell, and CII-TDB TNET Centre. These centers are supported by the Ministry of Human Resources Development, DST, and other agencies.
Industrial Connections :PSGCT’s Strong Industry Network
Key Industries: IT, Automotive, Electronics, Manufacturing, Consulting, Core Engineering, Banking, and Startups.
Benefits for the Students:
- Regular industry visits and expert guest lectures.
- Sponsored projects for real-world problem-solving.
- Strong placement record with top-tier companies.
Top Industries & Partner Companies:
- IT & Software: TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL, Cognizant, Accenture.
- Automotive: Tata Motors, Ashok Leyland, TVS Motors, Hyundai.
- Electronics & Electrical: Siemens, Schneider Electric, Bosch, ABB.
- Manufacturing & Engineering: L&T, Caterpillar, BHEL, Saint-Gobain.
- Consulting & Analytics: Deloitte, KPMG, ZS Associates, Mu Sigma.
- Core Engineering & Research: ISRO, DRDO, BARC, HAL.
- Startups & Innovation: Zoho, Freshworks, Flipkart, Paytm.
Clubs & Students Wings :
- Technical Clubs: Computer Science Engineering Association, IIIE Association, IEEE Association, Pegasus Racing, Baja Team
- Cultural & Arts Clubs: Tech Music, Drawing and Painting Club, Dramatics Club, Photography Club
- Social & Leadership Clubs: Youth Red Cross Society, Global Leaders’ Forum, Entrepreneurs Club, Book Readers’ Club, Radio Hub, Planning Forum
- Student Wings: NCC (National Cadet Corps), NSS (National Service Scheme)
College Fee Structure:
Total College Fees:
- Government Aided Courses: INR 21,565/Annum
- NBA (SS) Courses: INR 87, 965/Annum
- Non NBA (SS) Courses: INR 72, 965/Annum
- Sandwich Courses: INR 89, 140/Annum
Total Hostel Fees:
- 4 Sharing Rooms: INR 98,000/Annum
- 2 Sharing Rooms: INR 1,28,000/Annum
Placement Stats :
- Top Recruiters: Companies like Amazon, Microsoft, Google, TCS, Infosys, Cognizant, Bosch, Zoho, and many other multinational and Indian companies regularly recruit from PSGCT.
- Average Package: ₹4–10 LPA
- Highest Package: ₹40–50 LPA
- Placement Rate: often higher than 90%.
SAFE CUT OFF MARKS (FOR CSE):
- OC – 199
- BC – 198
- BCM – 197
- MBC – 196
- SC – 189
- ST – 182