Thangal Kunju Musaliar Institute of Technology Kollam B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. TKMCE is a government-aided private engineering college established in 1958 under the TKM Trust. Being aided, it follows the government-regulated fee structure set by the Kerala government. For merit/government quota seats (85% of intake), the total tuition fee for the entire 4-year B.Tech CSE programme is just Rs. 34,600, making it one of the most affordable quality engineering colleges in India. Management quota seats (15% of intake) attract a higher fee of approximately Rs. 65,000 per year. SC/ST/OEC students can avail E-Grantz scholarship and effectively pay almost nothing in tuition fees.

Ans. Out of 120 total CSE seats, 85% (approximately 102 seats) fall under the government/merit quota and are allotted through the centralised KEAM counselling process conducted by CEE Kerala. The remaining 15% (approximately 18 seats) are management quota seats, which are filled directly by the college based on KEAM score and 10+2 marks. For government quota, you must register on the CEE portal and participate in the centralised allotment process. For management quota, you need to contact TKMCE directly after KEAM results are declared. Both quotas require a valid KEAM score.

Ans. CSE at TKMCE is one of the most competitive branches in Kerala. Based on KEAM 2025 data, the closing rank for the general (EZ) category in Round 1 was around 1,487 to 8,803 depending on the sub-category. For SC category, the closing rank was around 12,416, and for ST it was around 65,466. The EZ (Ezhava) and KU (Kudumbi) categories tend to have closing ranks in the range of 4,000 to 9,000. Students targeting CSE at TKMCE should aim for a KEAM rank within the top 5,000 for a reasonable chance in the general merit category.

Ans. CSE is the strongest branch for placements at TKMCE. In the 2025 placement season, 103 out of 136 CSE students (75.7%) were placed, with 162 total offers received. The overall average CTC for B.Tech was 5.7 LPA and the highest was 19.5 LPA (Oracle). Major recruiters for CSE include TCS, Infosys, Cognizant, Oracle, Wipro, HCL, Tata Elxsi, QBurst, Dexlock, Experion, Sutherland, and Federal Bank. The college's Career Guidance and Placement Unit (CGPU) starts placement training from the 2nd or 3rd year, covering aptitude, communication skills, and interview preparation.

Ans. Yes, TKMCE is one of the few KTU-affiliated colleges offering the B.Tech (Hons) programme. Students who wish to pursue the Honours degree need to complete additional credit requirements beyond the regular curriculum, including advanced electives and a research/project component. The Honours programme is governed by KTU norms and is available to students who maintain a good academic record. This is a significant advantage for students planning to pursue higher studies or research, as the Honours degree carries additional academic weight.

Ans. TKMCE has extensive hostel facilities accommodating around 2,000 students, with separate hostels for boys and girls. The standard hostel admission fee for 2025-26 is Rs. 32,500 (which includes refundable deposits of Rs. 24,500 and non-refundable charges of Rs. 8,000). The actual recurring annual cost for hostel residents is approximately Rs. 48,000 to 72,000 per year depending on the type of accommodation, as mess charges are billed separately at approximately Rs. 4,000 per month. Premium INH rooms are available at Rs. 6,000 per month. SC/ST/OEC students pay only Rs. 5,000 as hostel admission fee. All hostels have Wi-Fi, gymnasium, reading rooms, and 24x7 security.