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Kingston Engineering College in Vellore has a range of good and experienced faculty across departments. Notable faculty members include:

Dr. U V Arivazhagu who is the Principal and Professor in CSE with a PhD,

Dr. Priya S Assistant Professor in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science with a PhD,

Dr. Kannammal N Professor in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science with a PhD,

Dr. Deepa S Professor in Electrical and Electronics Engineering with a PhD, and

Dr. S R Surem Samuel Professor in Electronics and Communication Engineering with a PhD.

The faculty is generally rated as good and knowledgeable and supportive by the students.

The TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions) cutoff for Kingston Engineering College varies by course and category. The cutoff for Computer Science Engineering (CSE) is expected to be between 101-167, while for Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), it's between 127-163.5,   for Mechanical Engineering, it's between 83-103. The overall cutoff rank for the OC (Open/General) category ranged from 16414 to 191127. 

According to the TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions),   the cutoff marks for Kingston Engineering College varies for different courses and categories. The expected cutoff for CSE, ECE, and Mechanical Engineering branch at Kingston Engineering College varies from 101-167, 127-163.5, and 83-103, respectively.

The eligibility for getting admission into Kingston Engineering College is as per the Tamil Nadu government and anna university norms. Candidates can join Kingston Engineering College, if they have passed their 10+2 or equivalent with a minimum of 45% marks.

The TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions) application process for B.E./B.Tech courses at Kingston Engineering College begins in May, ends in June. The registration process for TNEA has already started on May 7, 2025. The last date to complete the registration, fee payment is June 6, 2025 and document upload is June 9, 2025.

The TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions) counselling process for getting admission into Kingston Engineering College is soley based on merit, which is determined by class 12 marks and there is no separate exam for the admission process. The TNEA 2025 rank list was released on June 27, 2025. The General Counselling Round 1 choice filling took place from July 14 to 16, 2025, while Choice Filling Round 3, designated for specific rank holders, is scheduled from August 7 to 9, 2025.

The admission and the selection process into Kingston Engineering College is generally not considered different. The selection process mainly depends upon the minimum percentage in your 12th grade (or equivalent) or entrance exam scores. 

Yes, you can get direct admission to Kingston Engineering College, but it depends on the specific programme and whether you meet the eligibility criteria. Kingston Engineering College offers both undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) courses, with some admissions based on merit and others on entrance exam scores. Some courses may require 50% or 55% in your qualifying exam. 

To be eligible for admission to BE/BTech course at Kingston Engineering College, the candidate has to score a minimum of 45% aggregate in class 12 in a relevant stream from any recognised board. Eligible students will have to appear for the TNEA counseling process and score valid marks to be eligible for the course. Direct admissions can also be provided for management quota seats. To take admission through counseling, apply for counseling at the official website of the conducting body, and choose this college in the choice filling. To take direct admission, fill out the application form on the official website of the college.

According to the information available on the Kingston Engineering College official website, the admissions for the academic year 2025-2026 are currently open. You can easily find the college's contact details on its website to know about exact admission procedures and requirements. You can also visit the college campus during the working hours of the college to know more about the admission process. 

No, Kingston Engineering College does not offer a 100% scholarship. However, they do provide merit-based scholarships with fee waivers to deserving students, as well as financial support to those who demonstrate academic and personal achievements and are facing financial challenges. Kingston Engineering College also provides non-government scholarships through trusts, and other organizations.

Kingston Engineering College offers many scholarships programs.  It includes merit-based scholarships, fee waiver scholarships, scholarships based on higher secondary exam performance, and also considers many government scholarships programs. 

The quality of food in the hostel mess of Kingston Engineering College is good. The food is prepared hygienically. The mess is clean and well-maintained. The food served in the mess has recieved positive views from the students, with most students mentioning that the food is healthy and it tastes good.

Kingston Engineering College offers a range of campus facilities, including well-equipped labs, a library, spacious classrooms with projectors, a canteen, hostel facilities, and medical support, and many more. The college also provides transport, a 2000-seat auditorium, and an English language lab. Additionally, there are facilities for sports and guest rooms for visitors.

There are a variety of extracurricular activities and clubs available at Kingston Engineering College. The activities and clubs are mainly focused on art, culture, sports, Science and technology. The techical club organizes workshops, seminars, and competitions to encourage technical skills and innovation. The sports club organizes various sports like cricket, basketball, volleyball, etc.