MEC Kochi - Government Model Engineering College

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Q: What is the ranking of Model Engineering College under Engineering category?

In 2023, MEC Kochi has been ranked #37 by India Today in the Engineering category. No recent ranking data is available for the college. However, in 2021, NIRF ranked it #279. It was also among the top six NIRF-Ranked colleges in Kerala in 2021.

Kochi

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Estd. 1989

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Q: What is the closing rank in KEAM for B.Tech admissions at Government Model Engineering College (MEC), Kochi?

Government Model Engineering College (MEC), Kochi accepts KEAM entrance exam scores for admission to the BTech courses. MEC Kochi KEAM Cutoff 2024 was out, in which closing ranks in the last round varied between 1286 and 11394 for the students belonging to the General Home-State quota. The toughest course was BTech in Computer Science and Engineering.

Candidates can refer to the table below to check out the KEAM Last Round 2024 closing ranks for all the BTech courses offered at Government Model Engineering College for the students belonging to the General Home State quota:

Course	2024
BTech in Computer Science and Engineering	1286
BTech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering	5149
BTech in Electronics and Communication Engineering	2742
BTech in Electronics and Biomedical Engineering	10846
BTech in Mechanical Engineering	11394
BTech in Computer Science and Business Systems	3374
BTech in Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design & Technology)	7791

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Q: Is MEC Kochi good for M.Tech?

Yes, MEC Kochi is good for MTech. The fees here are comparatively low as compared to other institutes. You can get a good placement here at about INR 5 to 6 LPA on average. The CSE branch here is the most popular branch that provides the highest package of INR 30 LPA.

You get a chance of acquiring the leadership skill. As many types of technical events are also organized in this college.

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Q: Is M.Tech at MEC Kochi better than TKM Institute of Management?

I will refer TKM if the candidate is really interested in CGPA in semester examination and also wants a good campus life which includes fests various events parties. TKM gives the best campus life as compared to MEC.

While in MEC, the course curriculum is completely based on skill development and improving personality. They also provide guidance in placement selection. MEC provides a great environment to study and the staff were cooperative and got high competition on improving skills.

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Q: What is the ranking of Model Engineering College under Engineering category?

In 2023, MEC Kochi has been ranked #37 by India Today in the Engineering category. No recent ranking data is available for the college. However, in 2021, NIRF ranked it #279. It was also among the top six NIRF-Ranked colleges in Kerala in 2021.

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Q: What is your review of Model Engineering College?

In terms of placements, the college has maintained a decent track record. During 2022 placements, 416 offers were made in total. Earlier, the number of offers made in 2021 was 452. Looking at the past three years' data (2020 to 2022), a fluctuating trend was recorded in the number of offers. For a better understanding, the Model Engineering College Thrikkakara placement trends are depicted below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2020)	Placement Statistics (2021)	Placement Statistics (2022)
No. of offers	300+	452	416

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MEC Kochi
Students Ratings & Reviews

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Our college had placements from companies like Nvidia, Red Bus, Oracle, Amazon, Huawei, Nutanix, Deshaw, Deloitte and much more.

Based on 37 Reviews

Madhav R

B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering - Batch of 2029

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Really nice college if you are looking for placements.

Placements: About 80-85 percent of students are placed, and in the Computer Science branch about 95 percent of students are placed. Top recruiting companies like Google, Intel, etc., taking students from this college, which has branches like Electronics and Communication, Computer Science, etc.

Infrastructure: The college has free Wi-Fi, a library, an Idea Lab, and a canteen which is nice, along with football, basketball, volleyball, etc. Teams, MEC has an Idea Lab where we can do our own projects and assignments, and in addition, we have Fab Lab facilities too.

Faculty: Faculty members are good and determined, most of the teachers here have PhDs in their respective fields. The college follows KTU’s new 2024 scheme which is more updated than the older one, and the faculty trains us to excel in the semester exams.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026Read More

Aaron S Christo Verified Icon

B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2029

3.4

4Placements2Infrastructure4Faculty2Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Above average placements, bad infrastructure, and strong alumni network.

Placements: 78.88 percent of students are placed in 2025 through campus placements. UST Global, Redbus, Litmus7 Systems Consulting, and KeyValue are some of the top recruiting companies. Information about top roles is not available. The highest package is 32 LPA, and the lowest is 3 LPA.

Infrastructure: College is very old and small. We have only 2 academic blocks for 7 departments. Wi-Fi is available but very slow. Classrooms are old and lack smart facilities. Library does have all the necessary books. Mens' hostel is very old and needs maintenance. Ladies' hostel is quite new. The mess available in both hostels is better than the mess in most private hostels. Canteen is run by Kudambashree. The food is cheap and average. Medical facilities are not good but there is a good government. Health center is within walking distance. We have one football ground, basketball court, and volleyball court.

Faculty: Teachers are helpful and better than most government colleges. We are affiliated with KTU. Curriculum was revised in 2024. It is the most industry-ready curriculum in Kerala. According to new curriculum, internship is necessary to pass the course. The semester exams are challenging enough. More than 90 percent of students pass in computer science and engineering.

Other: I chose this course because I am passionate about computers, and it provides the best placement opportunities. Our college is situated at the heart of Kochi and near Kakkanad InfoPark, giving the best exposure for students. Subjects that are not relevant in modern computer science should not be taught in college (like physics, chemistry, and engineering graphic). We host one of the best tech fest in Kerala. Most clubs are pretty active here. As the college is very small, its pretty small.

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025Read More

Anshida Rinshi Verified Icon

B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2027

4.6

5Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Strong placements, supportive community, and a vibrant campus life.

Placements: Model Engineering College (MEC), Thrikkakara, records strong placements, with around 75% of B.Tech students placed in 2025 and CSE/ECE achieving 100%. The highest package reached 44 LPA, with a median of 6.3 LPA. Recruiters include Amazon, Google, IBM, Intel, Deloitte, Cognizant, Oracle, Bosch, and Jio. Internships are offered every semester, supported by the alumni network and industry links. Roles span software engineering, development, core engineering, analyst, and consulting positions.

Infrastructure: At Model Engineering College (MEC), Thrikkakara, students enjoy a vibrant campus with SMART classrooms, well-equipped labs, a central library full of books and digital resources, and fast Wi-Fi everywhere. Sports lovers have space for football, basketball, badminton, and more. The boys' hostel is on campus, the girls' hostel is nearby, and both offer comfortable rooms with tasty veg and non-veg meals. There's also a health center for quick medical help. Life here isn't just about academics. Events like the tech fest, Excel, active student clubs, and cultural activities make campus life lively and well-rounded.

Faculty: At Model Engineering College (MEC), Thrikkakara, the faculty are well-qualified, approachable, and supportive, making classes engaging and clearing doubts effective. The KTU-based curriculum blends theory and practical work, generally seen as relevant, though some feel it could be more industry-focused. Semester exams are of moderate to high difficulty, often drawing from previous years' papers, and can be managed with focused preparation. Pass percentage ranges from about 75% to 100%, varying by branch and batch. Overall, the teaching quality, structured curriculum, and supportive environment help students build strong fundamentals while preparing for careers in engineering and technology.

Other: I chose this engineering course because MEC stood out for its strong placements, vibrant tech culture, and solid alumni network that genuinely boosts your learning beyond classrooms. One of the best things is the peer support. Seniors, peers, and alumni all help you grow, and our flagship tech fest, Excel, is a thrilling highlight each year. That said, I wish the campus were a bit bigger and offered more hangout spots outside academics. While scholarships like merit-cum-means ease finance, the extracurricular scene, especially clubs like IEEE, TinkerHub, and the art and sports fests, makes MEC feel like home.

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025Read More

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B.Tech. in Electronics and Biomedical Engineering - Batch of 2026

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Good placements, small campus.

Placements: Placements are pretty good at Model Engineering College compared to other engineering colleges. Electronics and biomedical have low placements compared to other departments. The highest placements in core EBE companies are 20 Lacs per annum, according to my knowledge.

Infrastructure: Model Engineering College has a small campus compared to other engineering colleges. The college has both ladies' hostel and gents' hostel. The college has Wi-Fi, and the labs are also good at the Model Engineering College. A better hands-on experience is provided through labs.

Faculty: All teachers are qualified and skilled. They are also helpful in career building. Semester exams are easy if you study well. It is not that tough to pass an exam if you study well. The pass percentage in MEC is high compared to other colleges.

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025Read More

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B.Tech. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering - Batch of 2026

4.8

5Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Excellent college with placements and skill development but has some infrastructure constraints.

Placements: In EEE last year, almost 80% of students were placed in different companies. Overall placements for CS are very much higher than for other branches. Reputed companies like Visa, Redbus, etc., are regular recruiters from our college. In my course, top recruiters are Kalkitech, Hitachi, Synopsys, etc.

Infrastructure: Infrastructure is not that big compared to other colleges but now new buildings are being built. College provides a hostel inside the college campus and ladies' hostel near college. Canteen facility is good. Sports and games are also great. Usually college annual sports meet Chakravyuh, and arts fest Layatharang happens in the even semester.

Faculty: Faculty members are really helpful. They are highly qualified. Most of the senior faculty members are Ph.D. holders. College is affiliated with KTU. Its curriculum is under KTU. Usually, the semester exams are medium to difficult range. But if you study atleast the PYQ thoroughly you can get through the exams. Our college has a pass percentage of almost 80%.

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025Read More

Sreelakshmi M A Verified Icon

B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering - Batch of 2026

4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

It's a good choice for college in Kochi.

Placements: College offers very good placements compared to other contemporaries. Number of companies visiting for CS is more followed by Electronics. Other branches do have placements but a bit less in core. A dedicated placement cell run by students is one important plus point of MEC.

Infrastructure: Good academic infrastructure, but a bad hostel experience for girls. Food and accommodation are not that good for college ladies hostel. Library is abundant. One thing that is lacking is lack of space, not much recreational space available in college.

Faculty: Exams and all are held strictly. No issues of strike and all due to a lack of political organizations within college premises. Faculty is okay, some good, some bad. Well, you can't expect highly dedicated teachers in a government organisation. KTU curriculum is kind. Have to study a lot of concepts ourselves.

Other: There are a lot of clubs to connect with. Another thing I like is the arts and sports fest.

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025Read More

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