Rajiv Gandhi College of Engineering and Technology - RGCET

Rajiv Gandhi College of Engineering and Technology (RGCET), offers courses in the domain of Engineering. The Building for the college is constructed in an area of 30 Acres of Land at Kirumambakkam, 13 Kms from Pondicherry towards Cuddalore in a beautifully elevated, pollution free surroundings on the East Coast Road. About 2,25,000 Sq. ft. of construction is being done to match International Standards under the advice of Prof. A Mohammed Hans, Director, School of Architecture and Town Planning, Anna University, Chennai. Pondicherry is 145 kms away from Chennai. It is well connected by road and rail. The nearest Airport is Chennai airport and the Railway station is Cuddalore. The Aurobindo Ashram, Auroville and Manakkula Vinayagar Temple are also located in the Union Territory, well known for its weather and conducive learning atmosphere. The college has Spacious Class Rooms, Drawing Hall, good collection of books in the Library, fully Air-conditioned Computer Lab with sufficient infrastructure, well equipped Physics and Chemistry Labs, Basic Workshops, Staff Room, Students Rest Rooms and a Canteen for the use of students and staff. The Vision of the college is 'To be in the forefront of higher education in order to give India the high caliber manpower she needs.' The Mission of the college is 'To provide quality collegiate education from under graduate to post doctoral programmes, To ensure high standard of behavior and discipline amongst our students community, To create a climate of joyful learning, To impart skills in students which will make them successful in their endeavors, To provide meaningful industrial education, research and training at all levels, To offer a wide range and flexibility of options especially in the areas of non-formal and continuing education, To set a high standard of professional conduct and ethics for staff and students alike.'