About
OfficialDr. T.M.A. Pai Polytechnic is a polytechnic college in Manipal, Karnataka, established in 1985 and run by Dr. TMA Pai Foundation.
- Established in 1985
- Unit of Dr. TMA Pai Foundation, Manipal
- Approved and recognised by AICTE, New Delhi
- Affiliated to the Board of Technical Education, Bangalore
- Offers a 3-year engineering diploma in classical engineering fields
- Integrated B.Tech program with Manipal Institute of Technology
About
Dr. T.M.A. Pai Polytechnic Manipal was established in 1985 and is a unit of Dr. TMA Pai Foundation, Manipal. The polytechnic is part of the academic township of Manipal and is situated on a large, independent campus. Its address is MIT Campus, Eshwar Nagar, Manipal 576104, Karnataka.
History
Dr. T.M.A. Pai is described as the pioneer of private education in India. The polytechnic has developed into one of the best polytechnic colleges in India, according to the college's website. It has catered to the local population of Udupi and Dakshina Kannada districts as well as students from other parts of the state and country.
Academics
The polytechnic offers a 3-year engineering diploma in all of the classical engineering fields. Diploma courses are available in Artificial Intelligence, Automobile Engineering, Civil Engineering, Cloud Computing and Big Data, Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, and Printing Technology. An Integrated B.Tech program is offered in collaboration with Manipal Institute of Technology, providing a fast track to B.Tech.
Campus & Facilities
The campus has state of the art lab equipment, modern classrooms and a well stocked and up to date library. Facilities include hostels, sports facilities and a library.
Recognition
The polytechnic is approved and recognised by the All India Council for Technical Education, New Delhi (AICTE). It is affiliated to the Board of Technical Education, Bangalore.
Quick stats
Courses offered
16
Avg placements
₹2.2 lakh / yr
Total intake
Not yet verified
Hostel
Yes
Data last verified October 2026 · compiled from official sources