Electronics and Communication Engineering

Government College of Engineering, Dharmapuri has achieved a significant milestone by securing Second Position, in the NPTEL Local Chapter performance among 11 Government Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu.

The institution has also been recognized by SWAYAM–NPTEL, IIT Madras as an Active Local Chapter under the "Aspirant" category (January–April 2026). This recognition is awarded to institutions demonstrating excellent participation and performance in NPTEL online certification courses.

This remarkable achievement reflects the dedicated efforts of Mr. S. Nirmalkumar, NPTEL SPOC (Single Point of Contact), whose continuous guidance and coordination have encouraged students to actively enroll in and successfully complete NPTEL certification courses.

The recognition was awarded based on the institution's outstanding performance, including:

• 101–500 registered learners
• More than 75% learner participation
• More than 50% certification rate

Government College of Engineering, Dharmapuri extends its heartfelt congratulations to Mr. S. Nirmalkumar, the faculty members, and all the students whose sincere efforts contributed to this prestigious recognition. The institution remains committed to promoting quality learning, skill enhancement, and academic excellence through the SWAYAM–NPTEL initiative.

The faculty members of Government College of Engineering, Dharmapuri successfully participated in a special live programme broadcast by Akashvani Dharmapuri FM on 7 July 2026.

During the programme, Dr. M. Vijayakumar, Mr. S. Nirmalkumar, and Dr. P. Premkumar provided valuable insights and addressed queries related to engineering admissions, academic programmes offered at Government College of Engineering, Dharmapuri, campus facilities, and various scholarship opportunities available for students.

The interactive session served as an effective platform to create awareness among students, parents, and the public about the quality engineering education and student support initiatives offered by the institution.

Government College of Engineering, Dharmapuri expresses its sincere appreciation to Akashvani Dharmapuri for providing this opportunity to connect with the community and extend its gratitude to the participating faculty members for representing the institution with excellence.

The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering organized a three-day workshop on “Advanced Embedded Systems and IoT Design” from 29–31 December 2025. The workshop was conducted by Mr. S. Karthikeyan and Mr. B. Arun Vijayakumar from eDigiM Research Pvt. Ltd., Chennai, with the participation of 42 students.

The program provided hands-on training in embedded systems, Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, sensor interfacing, cloud connectivity, and IoT application development. Students gained practical experience in designing and implementing smart IoT solutions through interactive sessions and mini projects.

The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering organized a three-day workshop on “IoT Complete Design Flow” from 08–10 December 2025. The workshop was conducted by Dr. G. Dinesh, MESTER-GEN Technologies, Chennai, and witnessed the participation of 51 students.

The program provided hands-on training in IoT architecture, ESP32 development, sensor integration, cloud connectivity, wireless communication, and IoT security. Through practical sessions and interactive activities, students gained valuable experience in designing, developing, and deploying real-world IoT applications.

The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering successfully organized Project Expo 2025 on 26 September 2025. The event provided a platform for students to showcase their innovative projects and technical skills in areas such as IoT, Embedded Systems, Communication Systems, Robotics, and Automation. A total of 57 students participated in the expo.

The event encouraged creativity, teamwork, and practical problem-solving while enabling students to demonstrate real-world applications of engineering concepts. The Project Expo served as an excellent opportunity for students to present their ideas and receive valuable feedback from faculty members and judges.

The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering organized a six-day hands-on training program on “System Verilog Verification and Analog IC Design” from 18–23 August 2025. The workshop was conducted by Mr. B. Arivazhagan and Mr. S. Vasantharajan, Design Verification Engineers, eDigiM Research Pvt. Ltd., Chennai. A total of 80 students participated in the program.

The training provided practical exposure to System Verilog-based digital verification, Analog IC design, mixed-signal simulation, and VLSI design methodologies, helping students enhance their industry-relevant skills in semiconductor and hardware design technologies.

The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering inaugurated the Association of Electronics and Communication Engineers (AECE) on 22 August 2025. The event was graced by Dr. R. Dhanagopal, CEO, Edigim Research Pvt. Ltd., as the Chief Guest. The inauguration marked the commencement of various technical, innovative, and student development activities for the academic year 2025–26. Students were inspired by the expert talk on emerging trends in electronics and communication technologies.

Proud Achievement by Our Students!

We are delighted to share that our III Year ECE students have secured Third Place in the Women’s TANCAM Hackathon (Naan Mudhalvan) held at PMC Tech. 🎉

Theme: Smart and Sustainable Tamil Nadu
Project Title: Self Driving Car Sign Detection
Prize: Third Prize
Cash Award: ₹15,000
Participants: N. Sowmiya, V. Preethisa, G. Logapriya

Their innovation, teamwork, and dedication have brought pride to our institution. We congratulate the team for their remarkable achievement and wish them continued success in their future endeavors!

Government College of Engineering, Dharmapuri, proudly congratulates all the Best Outgoing Students (One from each Branch) on successful completion of the Elite Exit – Best Outstanding Student 2026 program.

We appreciate the efforts of our students and coordinators in making this event a grand success. Wishing our students a bright and successful future ahead. 

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