K.L. Polytechnic (Kanhaiya Lal Polytechnic)

Uttarakhand
Fees: Approx. 32,370 per year (Slight variations may exist between boys and girls as per government norms)
Average Package: 2.50 LPA
Highest Package: 4.50 LPA

About K.L. Polytechnic (Kanhaiya Lal Polytechnic)

K.L. Polytechnic, officially known as Kanhaiya Lal Polytechnic, is a highly prestigious and historic engineering institution located on the Dehradun-Delhi Bypass Road in Roorkee, Uttarakhand. Established on the 25th of January, 1956, by the prominent social worker and donor Late Shri Rai Sahab Kanhaiya Lal Ji, the institute originally began as the Kanhaiya Lal Technical Institute offering solely a Civil Engineering diploma. Upgraded in 1963, it has grown exponentially over seven decades to become a beacon of technical excellence. The institute is managed by a committee appointed by the state government, holds full approval from the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi, and is affiliated with the Uttarakhand Board of Technical Education Roorkee (UBTER). The academic portfolio at K.L. Polytechnic is an impressive blend of traditional core engineering and futuristic technology. It offers standard three-year diplomas in Civil, Mechanical (Production and Automobile), Electrical, and Electronics Communication Engineering. Demonstrating an incredible commitment to modern industry needs, KLP Roorkee has successfully integrated cutting-edge, new-age diplomas in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI & ML) and Communication & Computer Networking. Furthermore, the institute caters to graduates by offering a specialized one-year Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications (PGDCA). The faculty here is exceptionally experienced, actively utilizing digital education tools and ensuring students abide by strict protocols to maximize their intellectual growth. Infrastructure at K.L. Polytechnic is monumental and specifically tailored for comprehensive student welfare. The campus features a magnificent central library—often described as the highlight of the college—housing over 11,500 volumes and 700+ e-books. Students have access to high-speed computer labs, extensive mechanical workshops, and highly hygienic cafeterias. Residential life is incredibly accommodating, providing affordable, well-furnished separate hostels for boys and girls that include amenities like wardrobes, dedicated study tables, mess, and laundry services. Backed by a fiercely dedicated placement and training cell that organizes frequent industrial visits and secures recruitment with top MNCs, K.L. Polytechnic remains a premier, historically rich destination for engineering education in North India.

Admission Process

Admissions to the diploma programs are strictly based on the candidate's performance in the Joint Entrance Examination Polytechnic (JEEP) conducted by UBTER, followed by centralized counseling. PGDCA admissions require a graduation degree with a minimum of 45%.

Cutoffs

Candidates must have passed their 10th standard from a recognized board with at least 45% marks. JEEP counseling cut-offs are highly competitive given the institution's legacy.

Rankings & Recognition

Recognized as one of the oldest, most prestigious, and highest-ranked polytechnic institutes in Uttarakhand.

Top Recruiters & Placements

Top MNCs (IT & Core),Larsen & Toubro,Tata Motors,Regional Manufacturing Hubs (SIDCUL),Electrical Grids & Networking Providers

Scholarships

Students from reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC) and economically weaker sections are heavily assisted in securing state government fee reimbursement schemes.

Student Life & Campus

Campus life is a harmonious blend of intense academic research, facilitated by the monumental library, and relaxed social interactions in the friendly hostel and cafeteria environments.

Facilities

Monumental Central Library (11,500+ Volumes & E-Books),High-Speed AI & Computer Labs,Advanced Engineering Workshops,Separate Boys & Girls Hostels with Laundry/Mess,Hygienic Cafeteria,Sports Area & Gymnasium,Seminar Halls,Wi-Fi Enabled Campus

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is K.L. Polytechnic approved and recognized?

Yes, it is one of the oldest AICTE-approved engineering institutions, fully affiliated with the Uttarakhand Board of Technical Education (UBTER).

What modern courses does the polytechnic offer?

Alongside core branches, KLP Roorkee uniquely offers futuristic diplomas in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, and Computer Networking.

Courses & Fees

  • Civil Engineering - 32,370
  • Mechanical Engineering (Production) - 32,370
  • Mechanical Engineering (Automobile) - 32,370
  • Electrical Engineering - 32,370
  • Electronics and Communication Engineering - 32,370
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning - 32,370
  • Communication and Computer Networking - 32,370
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications (PGDCA) - 35,000

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Pros

  • Incredible historical legacy (established in 1956 by Rai Sahab Kanhaiya Lal Ji)
  • Offers highly advanced, future-proof branches like AI & ML alongside core engineering
  • Unmatched library infrastructure with over 11,500 volumes and digital access
  • Excellent hostel facilities featuring dedicated rooms, mess, and laundry services

Cons

  • Highly competitive admission process due to its immense historic legacy and reputation
  • Some older workshop buildings may reflect the institution's historic 1956 origins

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Notifications & Updates

  • Uttarakhand JEEP 2026 Admissions Open (2026-02-10)

Location

Dehradun-Delhi Bypass Road, Near Shri Ram Nagar Chowk, Ramnagar, Roorkee, Uttarakhand 247667

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Contact Details

Phone: +91-1332-268995 / 262305

Email: info@klproorkee.co.in / principal_klp@rediffmail.com

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