SIGA Polytechnic College, Chennai
Champion Institute in Printing, Packaging & Visual Communication
About SIGA Polytechnic College, Chennai
SIGA Polytechnic College, established in 1973, is a Salesian (Don Bosco) institution located at Taylors Road, Kilpauk, Chennai. The college strives to become a champion institute in Printing, Packaging & Visual Communication, offering formal higher education and skill-based programmes to needy and underprivileged students, aligned with the needs of the printing, packaging, and related industries. SIGA is part of the Salesian Institutions of Higher Education (IUS) South Asia network and is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA), Government of India. The college offers a Formal Training Diploma in Printing Technology with government certification, alongside several private-certification programmes including a Non-Formal Training SIGA Diploma in Printing & Packaging Technology, Advanced Training in Printing Technology, a PG Diploma in Printing & Packaging Technology, a Diploma in Digital Photography, a Diploma in Textile Design & Printing, and a Certificate in Printing Technology. With 452 students and a faculty of 8 professors (4 holding PhDs, 4 holding Master's degrees), SIGA follows the charismatic pedagogy of Don Bosco in preparing students for careers in the printing and packaging industry.
Highlights
Courses Offered
Admission Process
Meet Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility varies by course; formal diploma programmes typically require 10th pass, while advanced/PG diploma courses may require a prior diploma or degree.
Apply to the College
Submit an application for the desired programme through the official SIGA admissions office.
Document Verification
Submit academic and identity documents for verification.
Merit-Based Admission
Seats are allotted based on merit and eligibility as per college norms, with a focus on needy and underprivileged students.
Fee Payment & Enrollment
Complete fee payment and reporting formalities to confirm admission.
Facilities
Placement Information
Scholarships
- Support for Needy & Underprivileged Students (per College Mission Statement)
Hostel Facilities
Events
- Season of Creation Programme (Salesian Network-Wide)
- IUS/ISHE Network Events
- Campus Skill Workshops
Campus Life
Technical Clubs
- Printing Technology Skill Club
- Digital Photography Club
Cultural Clubs
- Visual Communication & Design Club
Community Service
- Support Programmes for Underprivileged Students
- Salesian Community Outreach (Don Bosco Mission)