Thanthai Periyar Government Institute of Technology
Quality Technical Education for Sustainable Innovation and Public Service
About Thanthai Periyar Government Institute of Technology
Thanthai Periyar Government Institute of Technology (TPGIT), established in 1990 in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, is a government engineering institution affiliated with Anna University, Chennai. The institute was founded with the aim of providing affordable and high-quality technical education to students, particularly from rural and economically weaker backgrounds. TPGIT offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various engineering disciplines with a strong emphasis on practical learning, innovation, and industry-oriented training. The campus is equipped with modern laboratories, well-structured classrooms, and experienced faculty members dedicated to academic excellence and research development. The institution also maintains strong ties with industries and government sectors to enhance student placement opportunities and technical exposure.
Highlights
Courses Offered
Admission Process
Tamil Nadu Engineering Counselling (TNEA)
Apply through TNEA counseling process conducted by Anna University for engineering admissions.
Eligibility Criteria
Complete 12th standard with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from a recognized board.
Merit Ranking
Admission based on normalized 12th marks and reservation category through counseling rank list.
Seat Allotment
Seats are allotted based on rank, choice filling, and availability in counseling rounds.
College Reporting
Report to campus with required documents for final admission confirmation and enrollment.
Facilities
Placement Information
Scholarships
- Government First Graduate Scholarship
- SC/ST Post Matric Scholarship
- BC/MBC Scholarship
- Merit Cum Means Scholarship
- National Scholarship Portal Schemes
- Tamil Nadu State Government Fee Waiver
- Physically Challenged Scholarship
- Minority Welfare Scholarship
- AICTE Pragati Scholarship
- Educational Assistance for Rural Students
Hostel Facilities
Events
- Annual Technical Symposium
- Hackathon Week
- National Level Paper Presentation
- Engineering Expo
- Sports Day Celebrations
- Cultural Fest - Periyar Tech Fest
Campus Life
Technical Clubs
- Coding Club
- Robotics Club
- Electronics Innovation Club
- Mechanical Design Club
- Civil Engineering Society
Cultural Clubs
- Dance Club
- Music Club
- Drama Club
- Fine Arts Club
- Literary Club
Community Service
- NSS Activities
- Blood Donation Camps
- Rural Development Programs
- Environmental Awareness Drives
- Clean Campus Initiatives
- Health Awareness Camps