Arulmigu Thirupurasundari Amman Polytechnic College (ATAPC) was established on August 15, 1984. This institution was situated in Kanchipuram, a district in Tamil Nadu, this private, self-financed college was founded and initiated with the cause of taking steps to impart knowledge to the rural students. ATAPC has been claimed as one of the best polytechnic colleges in the state. 

The institution lays out Diploma courses in various departments of Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering for each branch is strictly followed as per the rules and norms set by the AICTE.

The admission in the diploma course is based on the aggregate marks secured in the qualifying examination asked for the admission process. Admissions to the diploma courses are open and are to be done by filling the application form available on the homepage of the official site.

ATAPC Highlights

Following are the highlights of ATAPC:

Established 1984
Name of Institute Arulmigu Thirupurasundari Amman Polytechnic College (ATAPC)
Institute Type Private
Approved by All India Council for Technical Education, New Delhi.
Affiliated to DOTE
Basic Admission Criteria Merit Based
Application Mode Online
Courses Offered Diploma in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering.
Official Website https://atapcollege.com/

ATAPC Courses Offered

Arulmigu Thirupurasundari Amman Polytechnic College offers diploma courses in various Engineering branches. All these Diploma Courses are for a minimum duration of 3 years and a maximum period of 6 years. The mode of these courses is Regular.

The following table mentions all the diploma courses along with other key features which are require available for admission.

Courses Details
Diploma Duration: The duration of the course is 3 years.
Specializations: Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering.
Eligibility: The Matriculation Examination of Tamil Nadu.
OR Any other examination recognized as equivalent to the above by the Board of Secondary Education, Tamil Nadu.
OR
The S.S.L.C Examination of the Board of Secondary Education, Tamil Nadu.
OR
The Anglo Indian High School Examination with eligibility for Higher Secondary Course in Tamil Nadu.
Diploma lateral entry Duration: The duration of the course is 2 years.
Specializations: Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering.
Eligibility: High Secondary Certificate (+2) Academic / Vocational and Pure Science Passed
OR
ITI Degree for direct Second-year admission to all courses. For Admission, through HSC (Academic) a pass in Maths, Physics & Chemistry
OR
Chemistry / Physics /Biology(Botany/Zoology) is required. For Admission through HSC(Vocational) a pass in Related Subjects- Maths/Physics/Chemistry or Related Vocational Subjects Theory & Practical.

NOTE-Candidates who have completed their study in Commerce Subjects are not eligible for Engineering Diploma Courses at ATAPC. 

ATAPC Admissions

Selection criteria:

Arulmigu Thirupurasundari Amman Polytechnic College Admission Details:

How to apply?

Admission to the diploma courses is open and is to be done by filling the application form available on the home page of the official site.

Name of the Account holder: Arulmigu Thirupurasundari Amman Polytechnic College

A/C. No: 32087599968

Bank Name: State Bank of India

Branch: Thirukalukundram

Account Type: Current Account

IFSC: SBIN0001191

MICR: 631002052

Documents Required:

  • The admission in the diploma course is based on the aggregate marks secured in the qualifying examination asked for the admission process. 
  • Branch to the students is allotted according to merit through counselling by the respective Principal.
  • There is no age limit to apply to these Diploma courses.
  • An application form is to be filled and submitted before the last date to apply.
  • Important information and details such as DOB, educational qualification, choice of diploma course, etc. are to be filled by the applicant.
  • Regular students can pay their tuition fees through online using the below account details:-
  • Original 10th Mark sheet and Certificate

ATAPC Placements

Arulmigu Thirupurasundari Amman Polytechnic College Placements (ATAPC) holds one of the best placement records. It has been helping students with placements since 2016. Campus drives are conducted at the Arulmigu Thirupurasundari Amman Polytechnic College campus premises to conduct interviews and provide placements to the students with the recruited companies /organizations/industries. Turbo Energy Private Limited, Petronash Engineering Services Pvt Ltd, and Eureka Forbes (for the placement of civil engineering department students) These are the key recruited companies with the campus and are frequent visitors. 

Job-oriented internships with an excellent amount of stipend are also offered at Arulmigu Thirupurasundari Amman Polytechnic College which helps with future employment.

ATAPC Facilities

Facilities of the college are written below:

Library: The Institute has an E-library that supports a marge number of National and International Journals. It has well-equipped laboratories with modern machine availability with a state of art.

Sports: The college has the sports facilities for all students in which the students can play badminton and other sports.

Hostel: The college has a separate hostel for girls and boys which provides good hostel accommodation for the students. There are many other facilities in the Hostel which are Gymnasium, Badminton Court, Ironing and washing, Kitchen, cooking and storage facilities.

Gym: The college has a Gym facility for the students to stay fit and Healthy.

IT Infrastructure: The college has Two computer lab of 30 PC’s each with two server rooms with WIFI.

Cafeteria: The college has a canteen facility for staff and students.

Auditorium: The college has an auditorium facility for events and seminar.

Transportation: The college has a transport facility for students and staff.

Wi-fi: The college has WIFI connectivity throughout the campus with high network speed.

Laboratories: The college has a departmental based laboratories facility for the students.

ATAPC Faculty

Teachers and instructors of APC are well qualified, experienced and co-operative with all students. Some extra knowledge is also provided to students like soft skill development classes, debates and interview practices. Every teacher has their own experience in their subjects of theory, practical and labs.

ATAPC FAQs

Ques. How is campus life at Arulmigu Thirupurasundari Amman Polytechnic College?

Ans. This institution has well-spacious classrooms, well-equipped laboratories, and duly furnished workshops. ATAP has a central digital library with an incredibly large collection of study texts and reference books, a hygienic mess and overall it is a disciplined institute. The college has a dedicated and hardworking set of faculty members. The campus consists of highly qualified teachers who take great efforts in imparting knowledge to the students. This institute works towards keeping abreast of modern development.

Ques. Are any Scholarships/Financial assistance provided by Arulmigu Thirupurasundari Amman Polytechnic College? 

Ans. Yes, ATAPC offers scholarships and financial assistance to the students who require it as per their policy.

Ques. What reservation policy is followed by Arulmigu Thirupurasundari Amman Polytechnic College?

Ans. Reservation policy:
COMMUNITY RESERVED %
OC  31%
BC(OTHERS) 26.50%
BC(MUSLIMS) 3.50%
MBC   20%
SC 15%
SC(A) 3%
ST 1%

Ques. Are there any steps taken by the Arulmigu Thirupurasundari Amman Polytechnic College against ragging?

Ans. An anti-ragging committee was formed in the year 2017 has been functioning effectively since then. The Rules and Acts regarding ragging are displayed on the notice board. No ragging incidents have been reported at the campus till date. Stern and strict action shall be taken against those who are caught involved in ragging. Every 2nd-year students are made to sign an anti-ragging undertaking.

Ques. Are any PIO / FN /Gulf quota/OCI students allowed to apply for any diploma course at Arulmigu Thirupurasundari Amman Polytechnic College?

Ans. No, students of PIO / FN /Gulf quota/OCI category status have not approved as per AICTE at Arulmigu Thirupurasundari Amman Polytechnic College.

Ques. How much seats intake for diploma course in ATAPC college?

Ans. The following table mentions all the diploma courses along with seats intake:
DIPLOMA COURSES NO. OF SEATS
Mechanical Engineering 108
Electrical & Electronics Engineering 54
Electronics & Communication Engineering 54
Civil Engineering  54
  • Passport Size Photographs
  • Scanned Signature
  • DOB Certificate
  • Caste Certificate
  • ID Proof (Aadhar Card, Voter ID Card, Equivalent Document)
  • 50 % of sanctioned intakes are admitted under the Government Quota.
  • 10% of reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) is ensured as per the reservation policy.