The admission process at Kumaraguru College of Technology offers three pathways: counseling, sports quota, and management quota, with some challenges for non-Tamil Nadu applicants in the counseling process. Faculty members are well-qualified, many with PhDs from abroad, and committed to enhancing the learning experience through a balance of practical and theoretical approaches. Annual costs include 80,000 INR for accommodation and food, and around 1 lakh INR for tuition, varying based on the admission pathway.
The college excels in placements and internships, offering training in the 3rd and 4th years and hosting 80 companies like Wipro and Bosch. Approximately 70% of students secure jobs with salary ranges from 4 to 15 LPA, particularly in CSE, IT, ECE, and EEE. The college's tech park and KCIRI department provide ample opportunities for practical experience. Scholarships are available for academic excellence and low-income families, including the Mahatma Gandhi Scholarship with a monthly stipend of 8,000 INR.
Other awards include Best Achievers, Volunteer, Research, Tesla, Plunge, Sports, Kalam Awards, and National Scholarships worth 1 lakh INR annually. Despite course fees ranging from 70,000 to 80,000 INR, students receive financial support through scholarships and guidance on additional funding sources.
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