INTRODUCTION:
            Vivekananda Polytechnic, Puttur, D.K. was established by Puttur Education Society ® Puttur, D.K. during 1986-87 as per the approval given by the Government of Karnataka vide Order No. ED 39 MPI 86 dated 18-4-1986.

THE LOCATION:
            Vivekananda Polytechnic is located at Nehru Nagar, Puttur, D.K. about 3 kms from Puttur town along Mercara – Mangalore State Highway. The campus where the polytechnic is situated is in very ideal surroundings. The vast campus impresses everyone by its scenic beauty, majestic valleys around and the surrounding greenery. Being away from the din of the town it is free from the afflictions of city life, and makes an ideal place for academic pursuits.

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES:
            Vivekananda Polytechnic has been established at Puttur in order to meet the long felt need of the people of area for an institution imparting technical education. The Polytechnic aims at providing a high standard of education in the institutional areas selected. The courses being offered are in keeping with the needs of the area and also the prospective opportunities. The Polytechnic will strive to provide all the facilities needed by the students to complete their studies in a systematic way. Adequate industrial orientation and training will be provided in liaison with appropriate agencies.