Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering
Why SMVEC is One of the Best Engineering Colleges in Pondicherry & Tamil Nadu for ECE?
The Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) Department, founded in 1999, is dedicated to achieving excellence in learning, teaching, and research. Initially sanctioned with a 180-person intake in 2012, and increased to 240 in 2013. In 2006, the department established a PG programme with an 18-person intake. The B.Tech programme is NBA-accredited till 2025, and the college obtained an “A” from NAAC and Autonomous status in 2019. Our modern laboratories support Electronics, Communication, VLSI, Embedded Technology, and IoT, demonstrating our commitment to offering high-quality education and encouraging intellectual and professional development. As one of the top ECE colleges in Pondicherry, we pride ourselves on preparing students for the global workforce.
Department Vision and Mission
Vision
Facilitate academic excellence and research among Electronics and Communication Engineers to meet the global needs with high competence and ethical professionalism.
Mission
M1: Academic Excellence: To impart learning skills to meet the global challenges in the
field of Electronics and Communication Engineering.
M2: Research and Innovation: To provide excellence in research and innovation through
multidisciplinary specialization
M3: Employability and Entrepreneurship: To enhance inter and intra personal skills
among students to make them employable and entrepreneurs
M4: Ethics: To inculcate the significance of human values and professional skills to serve
the society.
Welcome Message
The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering provides undergraduate, graduate, and PhD programmes. Using advanced simulation techniques, the department offers a wide range of specialisations, allowing for both practical and theoretical study. Faculty members work in R&D on initiatives financed by organisations such as MSME, SERB, and AICTE. Graduates are prepared for electronics, communication, software, bioengineering, and robotics professions by acquiring problem-solving abilities and design and modelling knowledge. Our department is recognized as one of the leading electronics and communication engineering colleges in the Tamilnadu region.
Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering
Programs
Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering
Our Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering at Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College offers a B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering, an M.Tech in Networking and VLSI and Embedded Systems, and a Ph.D. in Electronics and Communication Engineering, focusing on cutting-edge technologies in telecommunications and signal processing. Our programs place us among the top 10 ECE colleges in Tamil Nadu, ensuring our graduates receive world-class education in electronics and communication engineering.
Placements
Achievements
Our department has continually excelled in numerous disciplines, demonstrating our dedication to academic and research excellence. We are proud of our students and professors, who have received various awards and recognitions at the national and international levels. These accomplishments demonstrate our commitment to establishing an innovative culture, providing high-quality education, and promoting professional development, which places us 3rd on the Pondicherry ECE colleges list in Shiksha.
Faculty
Our Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering has a diversified and highly qualified staff who specialise in VLSI Design, Wireless Communication, Embedded Systems, Image Processing, Antennas, and Microwave Engineering. These professionals provide a dynamic learning environment, conduct cutting-edge research, and work with industries on consulting initiatives. Their competence guarantees that our students get practical, industry-relevant information, and a strong placement related support.
Infrastructure
The department’s infrastructure creates a dynamic and inventive environment for experiments, research, and hands-on learning in electronics, covering all areas of electronic components, circuits, and systems. Our laboratories include the following:
- Analog Circuits Laboratory
- Digital Circuits Laboratory
- Communication Systems Laboratory
- Advanced Communication Laboratory
- Linear Integrated Circuits Laboratory
- Wireless Communication Laboratory
- Signal Processing Laboratory
- Microcontroller Laboratory
- Internet of Things Laboratory
- VLSI Design Laboratory
- High-Frequency Communication Laboratory
Events
Two-Days National Seminar on “Next Generation Technology and Research Horizon in Medical Instrumentation”
Placed Students
Mr. Al Imran
Senior Quality Analyst (Cybersecurity Domain)
2012 - 2015
Mr. Krishna kumar
Chief Information Officier
2015 - 2019
Mr. Badrinath Balasubramanian
Staff Engineer
2007 - 2011
Mr. Samuel Raj
Senior Partnership Manager
2013 -2017
Ms.Padmavathi Dhandapani
Principal Engineer - Validation
2007 - 2011
If you have any inquiries regarding the department, please feel free to reach out to us. We are here to assist you with any questions or information you may need.
Dr. P. Raja, Professor and Head,
Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why is SMVEC considered one of the best ECE colleges in Pondicherry and Tamil Nadu?
SMVEC’s ECE Department is NBA-accredited, equipped with advanced laboratories, led by highly qualified faculty, and offers strong placement support in top electronics, communication, and IT companies.
2. What courses does the ECE Department at SMVEC offer?
We offer B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering, M.Tech in Networking, M.Tech in VLSI and Embedded Systems, and Ph.D. programs in cutting-edge ECE domains.
3. How does SMVEC ensure good placements for ECE students?
Our dedicated placement cell provides industry-oriented training, soft skills development, and connects students with leading recruiters in electronics, telecommunications, software, and emerging technology sectors.
4. What infrastructure and facilities are available for ECE students?
The department features modern labs including IoT, VLSI Design, Wireless Communication, Signal Processing, and High-Frequency Communication labs, supporting practical learning and research.
5. Does SMVEC support research and innovation in ECE?
Yes. Our faculty and students work on funded projects from agencies like MSME, SERB, and AICTE, fostering innovation in areas like embedded systems, image processing, and telecommunications.
