The applicant must possess a diploma from a recognised institution in the field of engineering or from any other relevant field pertaining to civil engineering; . If he/she is to be in the merit list, then his/her name shall be written in red ink and the same to be used for further judicial processes.

An important criterion for Government Polytechnic College, Aundipatti admission is the candidate's performance in the SSLC (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) examination. In that belief, the college strictly follows the reservation policy formulated by the Government of Tamil Nadu, thereby promoting an equal opportunity for all deserving candidates.