PSR Polytechnic College (PSRPC), Sivakasi is one of the best educational institutions of the state for polytechnic education. The institute was established by the Sons of P.S. Ramaswamy Naidu in 2007. The institute aims at promoting engineering education to the backward areas of Virudhunagar district. It is approved by AICTE, New Delhi and is affiliated to the Directorate of Technical Education, Tamil Nadu. The institute offers diploma courses in five different disciplines to aspirants. The institute aims at offering diploma courses according to the industrial needs. The admission is merit-based and is taken care of by the DTE, Tamil Nadu. 

PSRPC Sivakasi Highlights

Established | Institute type 2007 | Government-aided 
Approved by AICTE
Affiliation DTE, Tamil Nadu
Course offered Diploma in Five branches
Admission mode Online and Offline
Admission criteria Merit-based
Official website http://www.psrpc.com/

PSRPC Sivakasi Courses

The institution is known for providing quality education in the 3- year diploma program of five different disciplines. The following table gives you a brief idea of the courses offered in this college:

Diploma Courses Seat intake Eligibility
Civil 60 Candidate should have completed SSC from a recognized board with a minimum of 50% aggregate if opting for 1st year.
The candidate should have completed SSC from the recognized board along with ITI certification or completed 10+2 in the science stream or completed with any vocational training course if opting for 2nd year.
Mechanical 240
Electronics and communication  60
Electrical and electronics  60
Mechanical (tool and die) 60

PSRPC Sivakasi Admission

The candidate should be an Indian citizen and there is no age limit as of now for the admission. The admission process for the institution begins with the release of the application form by DTE, Tamil Nadu. The application form can be filled both in online and offline modes. For offline application, the candidate can reach out to the nearest polytechnic college, while the online applications are managed by the DTE itself.

Application Process

  • Visit the official website of DTE.
  • The online application can be downloaded there online.
  • If offline application is to be initiated, visit the concerned institution or DTE and get the application by paying the fee for it.
  • Fill in all the necessary information in the application form.
  • Pay the specified fee amount.
    • INR 150 for online application.
    • INR 165 if sent by post.
    • No application fee is charged for all the SC/ ST students.
  • DTE then releases a ranking list based on the marks scored in SSC or equivalent exam based on the fille data.
  • The candidates will be called for counselling where the seat allotment process will be done.
  • In the counselling process, candidates can choose the college of their wish in choice locking.
  • Seats will be allotted after document verification.
  • The candidates can reach to college with the admission letter by paying the specified fee amount at college within the specific data in the letter itself.

PSRPC Sivakasi Placements

The institution has a placement cell that in association with recruiting firms and industries plays a crucial role in generating job opportunities for passing out students of the college. The placement cell is regulated by the placement officer throughout the year to facilitate contact between students and industries.

  • The placement cell arranges for many activities that ensure an increase in the percentage of students getting placed at reputed companies. 
  • These activities include industrial visits along with plant training, expert lectures, conducting workshops, forming alumni network, campus recruitment, and on/off-campus interviews by various organization.
  • The companies that are known to recruit students from this college are: Avalon Technologies, CEAT Tyres, Renault Nissan, TVS, Eureka Forbes, Hyundai, Royal Enfield, Nokia, and many others.
  • The following table gives a brief thought about the number of students recruited at the listed companies:
Company Name Number of students recruited
2019-20 2018-19
M/s. Brakes India Private Limited, Chennai 32 25
M/s. Lucas TVS, Nettapakkam, Pondicherry 144 54
M/s. Lucas TVS, Padi, Chennai 40 219
M/s. Hyundai Motor India Limited, Chennai 30 8
M/s. UCAL Fuel systems Ltd, Chennai 41 -
M/s. Nokia Solutions Networks India Pvt Ltd, Chennai 28 6
M/s. Neel Metal Products Ltd., Hosur 22 -
M/s. Wheels India, Chennai 20 -
Total number of students recruited 464 633

PSRPC Sivakasi Scholarships

The institution itself offers some scholarships along with the scholarship schemes by the Government to the diploma students. Some of them are briefed below:

  • BC/ MBC scholarship for backward class students is provided by the Government of Tamil Nadu.
  • SC/ST scholarship is offered for the eligible candidates of that category.
  • Minority scholarship for minority category students of Muslim, Christian, or any other minorities.
  • Free Education scheme for some eligible students of the college based on their performance.
  • Merit based scholarship provided by the college for meritorious students.

PSRPC Sivakasi Facilities

The institute has facilities that are required for creating a healthy learning environment for students. The facilities available at the college helping in the overall development of students are:

  • Library- The college has a well-ventilated library with books and journals for the reference of students. The library is accessible by students, teachers, and non-teaching staff by producing ID cards at the e-Gate.
  • Cafeteria- The college has a cafeteria for use of students and staff that is open during college hours. This place acts as a refreshment area during break hours.
  • Stadium- The college has an indoor stadium that facilitates the playing of indoor games like chess, carrom, and table tennis.
  • Gym- The college also has a gym for the students to develop themselves. The gym is equipped with the necessary equipment for use by all the students.
  • Laboratories- The college has labs for every department that are well equipped with necessary tools for teaching the necessary skills to the students.

PSRPC Sivakasi Faculty

The college has well qualified and experienced faculty in each department of its. All the faculty aim at incorporating the best skills and knowledge required by the students with the use of effective teaching methods along with good environment. The faculty also help students in choosing their career and in applying various skills practically. The following table highlights the faculty strength in the college:

Branch Number of teachers
Civil 5
Mechanical  20
Electronics and communication  7
Electrical and electronics  6
Mechanical engineering (tool and die) 5

PSRPC Sivakasi FAQs

Ques. How can I contact the administration of PSRPC Sivakasi?

Ans. The candidates can contact the administration of the institution by calling 04562 - 239155 or 8012531345 or by emailing at psrpoly@psr.edu.in or by reaching the college in person at PSR Polytechnic College, Appaiyanaickenpatti, Sivakasi Taluk, Virudhunagar - 626140, Tamil Nadu. 

Ques. Where should candidates send the offline application form towards the admission proceedings at PSRPC Sivakasi?

Ans. The offline application forms, once filled with necessary information can be sent to the Directorate of Technical Education in the address at Sardar Patel Road, Guindy, Chennai - 600025 after attaching the specified application fee in DD along with the application form. 

Ques. What are the documents to be produced at the time of document verification for getting admitted at PSRPC Sivakasi?

Ans. The documents that are to be produced at the time of document verification are:

  • SSLC marks sheet.
  • Transfer certificate.
  • Conduct certificate.
  • Caste certificate.
  • Permanent residence certificate.

Ques. What are the student activities that are practiced in PSRPC Sivakasi?

Ans. The student activities that take place apart from regular classes include social awareness and service, value-added courses at vacation, industrial visits, and some motivational programs. 

Ques. What is the fee structure at PSRPC Sivakasi?

Ans. The fee structure at this college is as per the guidelines of DTE, Tamil Nadu. It is about INR 4,500 per year which totals to INR 1,35,00 for the entire course duration.