Mangaluru, August 8: Canara Engineering College (CEC), Mangaluru, a premier institution under the esteemed Canara High School Association, has reached a significant milestone in its academic evolution — the conferment of Autonomous Status. This prestigious recognition marks a transformative phase for the institution, empowering it with enhanced academic freedom and flexibility to nurture future-ready professionals.
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has granted Autonomous Status to CEC after a comprehensive evaluation of its academic excellence, infrastructure, governance, and student outcomes. The recommendation came through Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, and was approved by both the UGC and the Government of Karnataka.
What Autonomy Means for CEC
As an autonomous institution, while maintaining its affiliation with VTU, CEC now holds the authority to:
Design and implement its own curriculum
Introduce industry-relevant and skill-based courses
Conduct its own examinations and declare results independently
This autonomy allows CEC to adopt a more dynamic, innovative, and student-centric approach to higher education — aligning academic offerings with evolving industry demands and global standards.
Commitment to Excellence Recognized
This landmark achievement is a testament to CEC’s sustained commitment to quality education, academic innovation, and holistic student development. The college has consistently demonstrated excellence through:
NAAC Accreditation with ‘A’ Grade
NBA Accreditation for CSE, ISE, and ECE programs (valid from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2028)
ISO Certifications: ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 21001:2018
AAA Rating by Careers360 for its teaching-learning processes
Triple Star Rating by the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC)
The Management, Principal, faculty, and staff of Canara Engineering College extend their heartfelt gratitude to students, alumni, parents, industry partners, and all stakeholders for their unwavering support and trust in the institution's vision.
CEC remains steadfast in its mission to cultivate competent, ethical, and industry-ready graduates — individuals prepared to lead with knowledge, integrity, and innovation in a rapidly evolving global landscape.