Pondicherry Engineering College - PEC

About Pondicherry Engineering College 

Pondicherry Engineering College (PEC), established in 1984 by the Government of Puducherry, is a premier public technical institute recognized for its quality education, research output, and industry-oriented training. It is affiliated to Pondicherry University and has been granted autonomy, allowing it to independently design curriculum and enhance academic outcomes. PEC is known for producing skilled engineers across disciplines and maintains a legacy of strong placement performance and national-level recognition.

Academics and Faculty

PEC has a well-structured curriculum that emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical application. The autonomous status allows the institution to revise syllabi regularly in tune with industry requirements. A significant number of faculty members hold Ph.D. degrees and are active in research and consultancy. Modern laboratories, smart classrooms, and access to digital learning tools ensure comprehensive academic development.

The college has research collaborations with reputed institutions and industries. Various departments are funded by the University Grants Commission (UGC), the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), and the Department of Science and Technology (DST).

Placement

The Training and Placement Cell of PEC actively facilitates career opportunities through on-campus recruitment, internships, and pre-placement training. Top recruiters across IT, core engineering, consultancy, and public sector organizations participate in the annual placement drive.

Placement Highlights

The college also encourages higher education with a good number of students securing admissions in top institutes in India and abroad.

Rankings and Recognition

Pondicherry Engineering College has consistently ranked among the top government engineering institutions in South India. It has been featured in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) under engineering category and is known for quality education at low cost.

The college has also been recognized for its contribution to innovation, entrepreneurship, and academic-industry collaboration.

Campus Infrastructure

Situated on a sprawling 210-acre green campus, PEC offers modern facilities including Wi-Fi-enabled classrooms, department-wise labs, digital libraries, seminar halls, hostels, sports grounds, health center, and innovation hubs. It provides an environment conducive to holistic development, with active student bodies, clubs, and cultural activities.

Research and Innovation

PEC is a center of research excellence with various funded projects running across departments. Research areas include renewable energy, smart systems, robotics, artificial intelligence, and materials engineering. The institute also hosts workshops, national conferences, and technical symposiums to promote knowledge exchange.

Admission Process

Admissions to B.Tech programs are through Joint Entrance Examination Main (JEE Main) followed by Centralized Admission Committee (CENTAC) counseling. Postgraduate admissions are based on Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) and respective entrance tests for other programs. The process is merit-based and competitive.