Karnataka Polytechnic Mangalore, is a Government Polytechnic. which provides quality training to eligible students and prepares them as good technicians to suit the needs of industry, services and self employment, be innovative and succeed as good citizens. Ever since its inception in 1945, the polytechnic is catering to the technical educational needs of the poor and meritorious students of coastal Karnataka as well as other regions of our country. In addition to regular three year diploma programs in 8 disciplines, KPT is also provides opportunities and leadership in continuing education to adults in the field of technician education by offering various non formal need based courses.