SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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SCTCE offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Engineering & Technology. Candidates are enrolled based on their National or State Level Entrance scores. If eligible, interested candidates may apply following an online mode of application.

SCTCE BTech is the flagship course, offered in 6 specialisations. Candidates should have cleared 10+2 with 50%, along with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, as mandatory subjects. The candidate should have scored 50% in Maths, and 50% in PCM put together. Final selection of eligible candidates is based on KEAM or CEE scores. The total intake of this program is 540 seats. SCTCE Fees for BTech is INR 3.39 Lakhs, in total.

SCTCE MTech Admissions are granted based on the candidate’s GATE scores.

SCTCE Admission Dates 2026

The dates given below are for events related to SCTCE BTech admissions.

KEAM Exam Dates

Events Date
KEAM 2026 Registration Date Jan 05 - Feb 06, 2026
KEAM 2026 Exam Date Apr 17 - Apr 23, 2026
KEAM 2026 Result Date (Out) May 13, 2026

KEAM Counselling Dates

Events Date
Round 2 Seat Allotment Date Jul 29, 2026
KEAM Counselling Registration Date Jul 11 - Jul 17, 2026
Round 1 Seat Allotment Date Jul 19, 2026

SCTCE BTech Admissions 2026

SCTCE BTech is offered in 6 specialisations, as the flagship course. Applicants must have completed 17 years of age on December 31 of the year of admission they are applying in. Candidates should have cleared 10+2 with 50%, to be eligible for admissions. All relevant details have been mentioned below.

Particulars Details
Duration 4 Years
Intake 360 Seats
Eligibility 10+2 with 50% + 50% in Maths + 50% in PCM
Selection Criteria 10+2 Scores + KEAM Scores
Total Fees INR 3.39 Lakhs

SCTCE BTech Cutoffs

SCTCE KEAM Cutoffs 2024 for BTech have been mentioned below. These are relevant to the SC category. The overall cutoff rank for KEAM is 22074 - 50306.

SCTCE MTech Admissions 2026

SCTCE MTech is offered in 3 specialisations. Candidates seeking admission to M.Tech programme should have scored at least 55% marks in BTech or any equivalent examination recognized by the university of Calicut in the respective branch of study. The application fee for General male candidates is INR 1500, while for all others it is INR 750.

Particulars Details
Duration 2 Years
Intake 54 Seats
Eligibility General Category: BTech/BE with 55%SC/ST: Passing Marks in BE/BTech
Selection Criteria GATE Scores + CCMT Counseling
Total Fees INR 1.14 Lakhs

SCTCE Application Process 2026

Candidates seeking admission should fill an online application through the official CEE Kerala website. An application fee of INR 800 (General candidates) and INR 400(SC candidates) should be submitted while registration through the available payment modes. Candidates can submit the application fee through either of the two following methods:

  • Online Payment: The fee may be paid by credit card/debit card/Internet Banking.
  • E-Challan: In case of payment through e-Challan, the payment should be made in the selected branches of State Bank of Travancore (SBT) in India or all Head /Sub Post Offices in Kerala, in cash. The printout of the online submitted Application can be taken only after successful payment of Application Fee.
  • Duly filled-in applications along with the other relevant documents must be enclosed and sent in an A4 sized envelope through Hand Delivery/Registered Post/Speed Post to the following address:

    Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations,

    5th Floor, Housing Board Buildings,

    Santhi Nagar, Thiruvananthapuram-695001

Note: All the applicants should attach the proof for Nativity and original Course Certificate/copy of mark list along with the printout of the application to be submitted.

SCTCE Admissions FAQs 2026

Ques. Does SCTCE have any management quota?

Ans. Yes, candidates who have passed Higher Secondary Examination, Kerala, or Examinations recognized as equivalent thereto, with 45% marks in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry put together are eligible for admission under Management Quota at SCTCE.

Ques. What is the reservation policy followed at SCTCE?

Ans. Out of the total seats available for admission in SCTCE, 50% seats are filled under the state quota, 25% of seats are filled under the management quota filled by Govt., 10% are under the management quota KSRTC and remaining 15% seats are filled the NRI quota.

Ques. What is the reservation criteria followed at SCTCE?

Ans. Candidates seeking admission to Professional courses at SCTCE will be categorized as Keralite, Non-Keralite Category I (NK I) and Non-Keralite Category II (NK II).

  • Keralite: A candidate of Kerala Origin will be categorized as ‘Keralite’. Children of All India Service (AIS) Officers (Non-Keralites) allotted to Kerala Cadre are deemed to be ‘Keralites’
  • Non-Keralite Category I (NK I): Candidate who has undergone qualifying course in Kerala and who is son/daughter of Non-Keralite parents belonging to Govt. of India/Defence Service, posted to Kerala.
  • Non-Keralite Category II (NK II): Candidates who do not come under ‘Keralite’ or 'Non Keralite Category I' will be categorized as ‘Non-Keralite Category II'.
  • Candidates of Non-Keralite Category II (NK II) category are eligible for admission to Government seats and Management quota seats in engineering courses in Government Controlled Self financing Colleges. However, these candidates will be considered for admission to the Government seats in Government Controlled Self Financing Engineering Colleges only when the Keralite and Non-Keralite I (NK I) candidates are not available for admission.

SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram Admissions: Students' Opinion

  • BTech

AI-Generated Summary based on 149 Reviews

Admission to the B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering program at Sree Chitra Thirunal College of Engineering is primarily based on the KEAM entrance examination, conducted by the Kerala government. The counseling process spans three phases, concluding with a spot allotment, prioritizing merit-based ranks with cutoffs typically under 10,000 for general seats and under 20,000 for management seats. Various quotas such as NRI, KSRTC, and SC/ST support students who may not meet standard cutoff ranks.

A rank is required for selection, and board marks might play a role for non-KEAM admissions. Reservation categories like EWS and OBC offer further entry assistance. The college offers a government-aided education enhancing the value of the degree, along with a vibrant campus life featuring renowned cultural fests. Known for strong faculty and placement records, especially in mechanical engineering, the college maintains a strategic appeal amidst local institutions. While providing essential infrastructure and a conducive learning atmosphere, STE offers competitive tuition with manageable fees, complemented by a simplified admission process facilitated by the supportive staff.

Candidates are advised to have a competitive KEAM score and rank to secure merit-based admissions or to consider management and reserved quotas if applicable.

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SCTCE Thiruvananthapuram Upcoming Important Dates 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Online Option Registration - Phase 2 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Ongoing
Jul 25, 2026 - Jul 28, 2026
Publication of Provisional Allotment - Phase 2 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Jul 29, 2026
Publication of Final Allotment - Phase 2 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Jul 30, 2026
Joining Allotted & Online Payment Date - Phase 2 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Jul 31, 2026 - Aug 04, 2026
Admission Timeline [B.Tech]
Ongoing
Jul 11, 2026 - Aug 07, 2026
Online Option Registration - Phase 3 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Aug 05, 2026 - Aug 07, 2026
Publication of Provisional Allotment - Phase 3 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Aug 08, 2026
Publication of Final Allotment - Phase 3 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Aug 09, 2026
Joining Allotted & Online Payment Date - Phase 3 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Tentative
Aug 12, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
Joining Allotted & Online Payment Date - Phase 1 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 18, 2026 - Jul 21, 2026
Publication of Final Allotment - Phase 1 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 18, 2026
Publication of Provisional Allotment - Phase 1 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 17, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Online Option Registration - Phase 2 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Ongoing
Jul 25, 2026 - Jul 28, 2026
Publication of Provisional Allotment - Phase 2 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Jul 29, 2026
Publication of Final Allotment - Phase 2 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Jul 30, 2026
Joining Allotted & Online Payment Date - Phase 2 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Jul 31, 2026 - Aug 04, 2026
Online Option Registration - Phase 3 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Aug 05, 2026 - Aug 07, 2026
Admission Timeline [B.Tech]
Ongoing
Jul 11, 2026 - Aug 07, 2026
Publication of Provisional Allotment - Phase 3 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Aug 08, 2026
Publication of Final Allotment - Phase 3 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Aug 09, 2026
Joining Allotted & Online Payment Date - Phase 3 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Tentative
Aug 12, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
Joining Allotted & Online Payment Date - Phase 1 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 18, 2026 - Jul 21, 2026
Publication of Final Allotment - Phase 1 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 18, 2026
Publication of Provisional Allotment - Phase 1 KEAM 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 17, 2026

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