Three-year Diploma in Vocation (D – Voc) programs are held at the five government polytechnic colleges in Kerala. These courses that have the approval of the All Indian Council of Technical Education are known for their incredible employment scope.

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Eligibility

Those who have passed Secondary School Leaving Certificate Exam / Technical High School Leaving Certificate Examination can apply. Admission would be based on the grades score in the qualifying exam. There is no entrance exam. The classes will be held on six days in a week from 2 pm – 7 pm. The annual tuition fee is Rs 37,500.

The application forms could be downloaded from the website. The filled–in applications should be submitted at the respective colleges on or before 20 August. There is no application fee. The prospectus too is available on the website. Website: www.polyadmission.org/dvoc; www.asapkerala.gov.in.