From its modest inception in 1999, amidst the scenic district of Palakkad, it has grown into a premier educational institute today. With advanced labs & modern infrastructure, it continues to shape the dreams of young engineers, instilling pride in its cherished alumni.
The alumnus here at UAE came together on 22nd October 2022 and formed the UAE chapter of the GEC Palakkad Alumni. We are hopeful that this association will continue to strengthen the bonds among the members, just as it did within the college walls. Apart from the UAE, GEC PKD has alumni spread across the globe, including countries like Australia, Canada, and more, all interconnected as one cohesive network.
Our aim is to establish ourselves as a distinguished association in the UAE, thereby creating a better future for ourselves and for the community.
Govt. Victoria college, Palakkad is one of the oldest institutions of higher education in the Malabar region of Kerala. GVC, Palakkad is affiliated to University of Calicut and the college offers UG and PG courses in science, arts, and commerce subjects. The college came into existence in 1866 as a rate school (so called because it depended on an educational rate system for its finances, which was levied by the local government at that time). In 1888, the institution was raised to the rank of second grade college affiliated to University of Madras and thus becoming the second government college in the erstwhile madras presidency. GVC has a distinguished Alumni which included many eminent personalities such as MT Vasudevan Nair, TN Seshan, EMS Namboodiripad, O Rajagopal, OV Vijayan, E Sreedharan, Unni Menon, Madhusoodhanan Nair and KR Ramanathan.
MES Kalladi College, Mannarkkad is the proud symbol of the Muslim Educational Society, Calicut, to the cause of higher education in Kerala. The first college started by MES and also the felicitous outcome of the noble endeavor of late Kalladi Cheriya Kunhammed Sahib and the local public. Started as a junior college in 1967. The college was accredited at A+ grade in the third cycle by NAAC in 2019.
‘Kalladianz UAE’ is an acknowledgment of the educational bond that unites and binds all under one umbrella known as Kalladianz (Students who have completed their education from MES Kalladi College – Mannarkkad, Palakkad). Kalladianz started their journey by organizing an Iftar for old students on 31 May 2018 which exhibited the gathering and bonding of more than 400+ Kalladianz around UAE, which indeed was a great step towards back to back gatherings and events in different parts of UAE later. During this time span, the Association sponsors around the globe have come forward to help and support the students of MES Kalladi College. The Association owns a Job Cell Home having a team from top companies around UAE to support Kalladianz for acquiring job and related support. Kalladianz units are actively functioning in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the other Emirates of UAE. Kalladianz successfully celebrates their Annual Mega Gathering as Kalladianz College Day every year.
The Founding President was Mr. Abdul Razak and later Ms. Reena and Mr. Noufal Kappad are continued, the leadership as the Presidents of MES Kalladianz UAE. Currently the Kalladiaz UAE is under the leadership of Mr. Sayed Jasim as President, Mr. Rahamathlla Theverthodi as General Secretary and Mr. Muzammil Khateeb as Treasurer. Ms. Bindu James is the current AKCAF Representiive of MES Kalladianz UAE.
NSS College, Nemmara is a feather in the cap as part of higher education scenario in the underdeveloped parts of Palakkad district. This college, which was established in 1966 by Late Bharatha Kesari Mannathu Padmanabhan, is the hallowed portal which has seen the development and rise of several generations of youth. NSS College Nemmara, located in the economically backward zone of Nemmara caters to the educational demands of a vast area which includes even the tribal villages of Nelliyampathy.
The dreams and hopes of many have been actualized by this institution. This institution lies in the lap of verdant greenery of Nelliyampathy of the Western ghats and is close to Thrissur NH. This institution has twelve-degree courses and 3 post graduate courses. This college, which is affiliated to the University of Calicut has around 1600 students studying in it. For the progress and upliftment of these students about 100 academic and administrative staff are working here. Development and widening of mental horizons through education is a goal that is aimed at and sustained by the respected NSS management, duty-oriented staff and motivated student community. In 2017 this esteemed institution was Re-accredited with ‘A’ Grade by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).
In the verdant embrace of Palakkad, Kerala, for over six decades, the NSS College of Engineering has flourished. Established in 1960, it stands as a serene testament to education’s power, where innovation and tradition entwine. Within these walls, echoes of countless success stories resonate—a harmonious blend of aspiring minds and dedicated mentors. As time flows, the institution remains as a beacon of evolution, its architecture and legacy embodying a journey through years. NSS College of Engineering, a timeless ode to growth and wisdom, continues to shape futures and inspire generations in its picturesque abode. Stories of students’ success resound where eager minds and well wishing mentors work hard. Each arch, wall and dome has tales to tell. The alumni thrive wherever they go, scattering seeds of success with their expertise. In United Arab Emirates, where dreams are realized, more than 1200 alumni members, many of whom holding senior positions. They are a united lot, sharing goodwill, nurturing a caring atmosphere. In far away sands, they work hard and weave stories of success.
