Government Polytechnic College, Kalamassery is an institution of repute established with the aim of providing quality education to all sections of community in the skilled education arena. The campus spans over 45 acres of greenery along N.H 47 and is a prime location for ease of access to industry.

Government Polytechnic College, Kalamassery had its inception in the year 1951. The establishment of this college played a significant role in the transformation of an area that was once a thicket and largely ignored by the government and the general public. The decision to build the institution faced opposition, as the area was frequently referred to as a "God forsaken place". However, the Thiruvithamkore Vice-Chancellor, Sri. Rama Swamy Mudaliar, who visited the site for inspection, argued that it was not a "God forsaken place" but rather a "man forsaken place". His assessment was later confirmed by the developments in the area. The Polytechnic college was founded on July 15, 1951, prior to the official formation of United Kerala. During the ceremony to lay the foundation stone, his Highness Ramavarma made a speech in which he emphasized that the college would have dual objectives: creating job opportunities for educated youth and ensuring that industrial sector never lacked skilled technicians.

The institution, which has a place of distinction in the history of technical education in Kerala. Initially, the institution offered courses in Fisheries technology, Automobile Engineering, Chemical technology and food technology, and classes were held in repurposed military barracks. The college was managed by the Travancore University before coming under the jurisdiction of Kerala Technical Education in 1957. In the same year, Civil, Electrical and Mechanical courses were also added. The new building was completed and began operation in 1960. Later, the institution started offering Computer Engineering in 1985 and Electronics & Production Technology in 1992. The first Principal, Sri. Varada Rao, served the institution for 19 years and laid the foundation for the college's future success.

Today it has the state - wide reputation for excellence in academics and successful student placements. Currently we offer 3-year diploma programs in seven branches of engineering, such as Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Electronics and Communication and Electrical and Electronics Engineering. Besides, there is also an additional batch of Civil Engineering for hearing impaired.

With a rich history and a strong foundation, the college continues to evolve and adapt to meet the changing needs of the students and the workforce. The institution equips students with a comprehensive education, helping them to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to become responsible citizens and leaders in their chosen fields.