PSG College of Technology (PSGCT) is one of Tamil Nadu’s most prestigious engineering institutions, established in 1951 by the PSG & Sons Charities. Located on Avinashi Road, Peelamedu, the college has a sprawling 70+ acre campus adjacent to major Coimbatore landmarks.
About PSG College of Technology
PSGCT is affiliated to Anna University, Chennai and operates as an autonomous college — meaning it designs its own curriculum, conducts its own semester examinations, and awards degrees under Anna University. This autonomy is recognized as a mark of academic quality.
Accreditations and Rankings:
- NAAC A++ — highest grade, National Assessment and Accreditation Council
- NBA accreditation for multiple engineering departments
- Consistently ranked among top engineering colleges in Tamil Nadu in NIRF rankings
- Part of the PSG group of educational institutions (PSG College of Arts & Science, PSG Medical College also nearby)
Courses Offered
Undergraduate (B.E./B.Tech) — 4 years: Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE), Information Technology (IT), Chemical Engineering, Production Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, and several other specialized programs.
Postgraduate (M.E./M.Tech) — 2 years: Advanced programs in Computer Science, VLSI Design, Structural Engineering, Power Electronics, and Manufacturing Engineering.
MBA and MCA: Management and computer applications programs.
Ph.D.: Research programs in engineering, science, and management.
Campus and Infrastructure
The 70+ acre campus includes:
- Modern laboratories with advanced equipment (CAD/CAM labs, VLSI labs, networking labs)
- Central library with digital resources
- Large auditorium and seminar halls
- Boys and girls hostels within campus
- Sports complex with outdoor courts and gymnasium
- Canteen and food court
- Industry-academia R&D centers with companies like Bosch, TVS, and others
Admissions
Admissions are through:
- TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions) — state government centralized counselling for undergraduate programs
- TANCET — for postgraduate M.E./M.Tech programs
- Management quota — limited seats directly through the college
Contact the admissions office at 0422-4344000 or visit www.psgtech.edu for application details and deadlines.
Location
PSGCT is on Avinashi Road — the same road as Coimbatore Airport (CJB), Aravind Eye Hospital, KMCH, and Fun Republic Mall. From city centre (Gandhipuram), it is approximately 18 km (30 minutes by cab).
