Principal - Government College of Engineering

Principal & Head of Institution

Leading GCE Tirunelveli towards academic excellence and innovation

Principal

Prof. P. Latha

Principal & Professor

34+ Years Experience EEE Department Since 1988 Ph.D Guide

Educational Qualifications

B.E - First Class (73%)
M.E - First Class (74%)
Ph.D (Information & Communication) - Anna University

Professional Experience

Total Experience: 34+ years
Current Position: Professor (Since 2018)
Research Supervision: 18+ years
Ph.D Guidance: 11 scholars completed

Contact the Principal

platha@gcetly.ac.in

+91 94435 62637

Principal's Office, Administrative Block

Available for appointments during office hours

Key Achievements & Leadership

Distinguished contributions to academic excellence and institutional development

Academic Leadership

Principal In-Charge (Feb 2021 - Dec 2021)
Professor and Head, Department of EEE
34+ years of distinguished service at GCE Tirunelveli
Leader in curriculum development and academic reforms

Research Excellence

36 publications in national and international journals
Research areas: AI, Machine Learning, Power Systems
Ph.D supervision for 18+ years
Expert committee member for numerous universities

Industry & Professional Engagement

Board of Governors member for multiple institutions
DOTE nominee for various technical committees
Question paper setter for autonomous colleges
Member of Indian Society for Technical Education (MISTE)

Administrative Excellence

Successfully managed college operations as Principal In-Charge
Led major infrastructure and technology upgrades
Implemented innovative academic and administrative policies
Enhanced industry-academia partnerships

Recognition & Honors

Certificate of Excellence for research publications
Certificate of Appreciation for 25+ years of service
Recognition for successful Ph.D guidance
Anna University nominee for multiple boards

Academic Contributions

Curriculum development for EEE and CSE programs
Resource person for multiple FDPs and workshops
External examiner for prestigious institutions
Mentor for faculty development initiatives

Message from the Principal

As the Principal of Government College of Engineering, Tirunelveli, I am honored to lead this prestigious institution that has been shaping engineering minds since 1981. With over three decades of experience in academia and research, I am committed to fostering an environment that promotes excellence in teaching, learning, and innovation.

Our college stands as a beacon of technical education, producing competent engineers who contribute significantly to society and industry. We continuously strive to enhance our academic programs, research capabilities, and industry partnerships to ensure our students receive world-class education that prepares them for global challenges.

Together with our dedicated faculty and staff, we are building a future where technology meets humanity, where innovation drives progress, and where every student realizes their full potential. I invite you to be part of our journey towards excellence.

— Prof. P. Latha
Principal, Government College of Engineering, Tirunelveli