Mar Athanasius College of Engineering
- Release Date : November 18, 2024
- Last updated : January 4, 2025
Mar Athanasius College of Engineering (MACE), Kothamangalam, Kerala:
Introduction
Mar Athanasius College of Engineering (MACE) was established in 1961 in Kothamangalam, Kerala. It is a government-aided institution managed by the Mar Athanasius College Association. Accredited by NBA and NAAC with an A+ grade, the college is affiliated with APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University. It offers a 66-acre campus equipped with modern facilities for academics, research, and student development.
Admission
- Undergraduate (B.Tech):
- Admission is based on ranks in the Kerala Engineering Architecture Medical (KEAM) entrance exam.
- 85% of seats are allocated through the state government, while 15% are management quota seats based on KEAM ranks.
- Postgraduate (M.Tech):
- Admissions are through the GATE exam or a merit list prepared by the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Kerala.
- Diploma Holders:
- Eligible for lateral entry into the second year of B.Tech programs via an entrance test by the Directorate of Technical Education.
Courses Offered
- Undergraduate (B.Tech): Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, and Computer Science & Engineering.
- Postgraduate (M.Tech): Specialized fields such as Computer-Aided Structural Engineering and Industrial Engineering.
- Other Programs: MCA and Ph.D. options are available in various engineering disciplines.
Fees
- Annual tuition fees for government-aided seats are affordable (approximately ₹35,000/year for B.Tech).
- Management quota fees vary based on the course.
- Fee concessions and scholarships are available for economically weaker sections and reserved category students.
Placements
- The median salary for undergraduate placements is around ₹4,01,988 per annum, while postgraduate placements average ₹4,00,000 per annum.
- Prominent recruiters include Infosys, TCS, Wipro, Cognizant, and several core engineering companies.
- The college has an active placement cell that organizes training sessions, internships, and campus drives.
Facilities
- Well-equipped labs, research centers, hostels for boys and girls, sports facilities, a library, and a cafeteria.
- Advanced facilities like the Internet of Things (IoT) Lab, FAB Lab, and Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Center (IEDC) promote research and innovation.
For detailed information on specific courses, admission criteria, and other queries, download the brochure.
