Vimal Jyothi Engineering College (VJEC), located in Chemperi, Kannur district, Kerala, is a premier self-financing institution affiliated with APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU). Established in 2002 and managed by the Meshar Diocesan Educational Trust under the Archdiocese of Thalassery, the college offers high-quality technical education across various B.Tech, M.Tech, and Ph.D. programs.
Admissions at VJEC are conducted based on government regulations and the policies set by the Kerala Catholic Engineering College Managements Association (KCECMA). The seat distribution is typically divided as follows:
Course
Minimum Eligibility
Required Entrance Exam
B.Tech
Pass in 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and Chemistry as an optional subject, with at least 45% aggregate marks.
KEAM
M.Tech
Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology in a relevant branch with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
GATE / Rank based on KTU norms
Ph.D.
Master's degree in Engineering/Technology with a minimum CGPA of 6.5.
KTU Admission Procedure
Note: Applicants must have completed 17 years of age as of 31st December of the admission year.
Important Dates for 2026
The following table outlines the key events for the 2026 academic year. Please note that some dates may be subject to adjustment based on official government or university announcements.
Event
Tentative Date (2026)
KEAM Registration Starts
January 5, 2026
KEAM Application Deadline
February 6, 2026
KEAM Exam Dates (CBT)
April 17 – April 23, 2026
Issue of College Application Form
May 26, 2026
Last Date for Submission (College)
June 2, 2026
Publication of College Merit List
June 5, 2026
Commencement of Admissions
June 8, 2026
Application Fees
For candidates applying under the Government Allotment, the application and seat processing fees are paid directly through the official CEE Kerala portal. For the Management and NRI Quotas, applicants should visit the official Vimal Jyothi Engineering College website or contact the admission cell directly to obtain the specific application fee details and payment instructions for the current session.
Required Documents
Candidates must be prepared to submit the following original documents along with three sets of photocopies during the admission process:
Applicants are advised to check the college website frequently for real-time updates and notifications regarding the specific counseling schedule and seat availability.
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