M.Tech. in Information Technology (Information and Cyber Warfare) 

at Kongu Engineering College, Erode

Kongu Engineering College admission is open for M.E./MTech. The college offers entrance-based admission to M.E./MTech. Kongu Engineering College accepts various entrance exams for admission to M.E/MTech including GATE and CEETA. Candidates looking for admission to Kongu Engineering College must fill out the online application form by visiting the official website of the CEETA PG.

Yes, CEETA-PG is required for admission to M.E./MTech at Kongu Engineering College. CEETA is the Common Entrance Examination for Engineering and Architecture which is mandatory for admission to M.E./MTech. Candidates seeking admission to M.E./MTech are required to apply and appear for CEETA- PG to be eligible for admission. Further, the college also accepts the GATE exam for admission to M.E./MTech.

Kongu Engineering College BTech cutoff 2024 has been concluded via TNEA counselling. As per the TNEA 2024 last-round cutoff, the closing ranks varied between 15622 and 52833 for the General AI category students. The cutoff was relased for BE/ BTech across multiple specialisations of which B.E in Computer Science and Engineering was the most competitive one. The least in-demand specialisation was B.Tech. in Food Technology. Candidates can refer to the table bleow to view the Kongu Engineering College branch-wise cutoff 2024 for TNEA: 

Course	TNEA Last Round Cutoff 2024
B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering	20797
B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering	30520
B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering	15622
B.Tech. in Information Technology	24790
B.E. in Mechanical Engineering	48267
B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering	48294
B.E. in Civil Engineering	47499
B.E. in Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering	38322
B.Tech. in Food Technology	52833
B.E. in Mechatronics Engineering	50532
B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science	21951
B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning	27436
B.E. in Computer Science and Design	29211

The 2025 placement drive is still in progress. So far, 73 companies visited the campus. A total of 447 offers have been rolled to the 441 students placed. The complete placement report for 2024 has been released. The key highlights related to Kongu Engineering College placements 2024 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2024)
Total offers	1,612
Students placed	1,235
Companies visited	310
Popular recruiters	Maersk, Mallow Technologies, Tata Elxsi

{Source: B.E. / B.Tech students & alumni}

Is KEC - Kongu Engineering College good for B.E./B.Tech?

Based on the reviews and feedback from students and alumni, here's a summary:

Infrastructure and Facilities:
* Good infrastructure with separate blocks for each department
* Well-equipped labs, libraries, and amenities
* Decent hostels with basic facilities

Teaching Quality:
* Faculty members are generally knowledgeable and supportive
* Teaching quality is average, with some faculty members being strict
* Course curriculum is relevant and industry-ready

Placement Records:
* Most students get placed, with a high placement rate
* Top recruiting companies include TCS, Wipro, Accenture, and others
* Salary packages vary, but generally range from INR2-INR14 Lacs per annum

Student Life:
* Campus life is lively, with regular cultural festivals and events
* Sports facilities are available, although limited
* Student organizations and clubs promote extracurricular activities

Overall Assessment:
While opinions may vary, overall, Kongu Engineering College appears to be a good choice for pursuing a B.E./B.Tech degree. With a strong emphasis on academics, a supportive faculty, and decent infrastructure, it's no surprise that students are generally happy with their experience. Of course, individual perspectives may differ, and potential students should weigh pros and cons before making a decision.

During the 2024 KEC Erode placements, the college witnessed the participation of companies from diverse sectors. Some of the renowned companies were Presidio, Honeywell, JSW, Federal Bank, Brakes India, ITC - Printing & Packaging, Yokogawa, Avasoft, Saint-Gobain, and many others.

The college offers various courses at UG, PG and doctoral levels such as B.E./BTech, MCA, MBA M.E./ MTech, BSc and others. Candidates who have completed Class 12 are eligible to apply for UG courses. Graduation is required to apply for the PG courses. Additionally, candidates, need to appear for TNEA counselling for admission to B.E./BTech and CEETA-PG/GATE, and TANCET for admission to MTech, MBA, MCA courses, respectively.

Kongu Engineering College admission to some UG and PG courses is based on TNEA Counselling and TANCET, CEETA, and GATE entrance exams, respectively. However, for BSc and MSc, the college offers admission based on the last qualifying exam. Further, to be eligible for admission, candidates also need to pass Class 12 for admission to UG courses and a graduation degree for admission to PG courses, respectively.

The college has a decent placement record. The table below represents the Kongu Engineering College placement trends for a detailed analysis:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2022)	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)
Total offers	2,249	1,951	1,612
Students placed	1,512	1,446	1,235
Companies visited	301	306	310

The fee varies from course to course. Kongu Engineering College provides various UG and PG courses Candidates note that the given fee is as per the official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. Below is the table showing UG and PG courses fees offered at Kongu Engineering College:

Courses	Tuition Fee
B.E./BTech	INR 2 lakh
MBA	INR 35,000
MSc	INR 87,500
MTech	INR 50,000
BSc	INR 87,500
MCA	INR 35,000