Controller of Examinations
Planning, organization, valuation, and certification management for Kingston Engineering College (Autonomous)
The Controller of Examinations (COE) office at Kingston Engineering College (Autonomous) plays a pivotal role in managing the entire examination lifecycle. The activities are systematically organized into three well-defined phases – Pre-Examination, During-Examination, and Post-Examination – ensuring that the conduct of all internal assessments and autonomous end-semester examinations remains smooth, transparent, highly secure, and compliant with Anna University regulations.
Examination Process Lifecycle
Pre-Examination Phase
Planning • Question Paper Setting • EnrolmentThis phase focuses on meticulous planning and preparation. Activities include student enrolment, course registration, scheduling of Common Assessment Tests (CAT), and examination fee collection for end-semester examinations. The autonomous examination timetable is prepared and approved well in advance. Comprehensive arrangements are made for both theory and laboratory practical examinations. Key tasks include procuring examination stationery, printing barcoded answer booklets, appointing Board of Examiners (BoE), question paper setting, scrutinizing by external experts, and ultra-secure printing and sealing of question papers.
During-Examination Phase
Conduct • Invigilation • University CoordinationThis stage ensures systematic, disciplined, and fair conduct of examinations. It involves generating hall tickets with student biometric/photo verification, generating seating attendance sheets, appointing examiner panels, and coordinating with external examiners from Anna University and premier autonomous institutions. For theory examinations, Anna University Representative (AUR) is coordinated with, Chief Superintendents and Hall Invigilators are appointed by the COE, seating arrangements are published, and CCTV-monitored examination halls are prepared. After each session, answer scripts are securely collected, barcoded, bundled, and handed over to the confidential custody of the Deputy COE. Strict discipline is maintained, and any malpractice cases are promptly referred to the Malpractice Inquiry Committee.
Post-Examination Phase
Evaluation • Results • Grade Sheets • GraduationThe final phase focuses on rigorous evaluation, result processing, and certification. Dummy numbers are allotted to answer booklets to maintain absolute anonymity. Marks are entered securely into the autonomous examination database. Consolidated grades are reviewed during the Result Passing Board (RPB) meeting in the presence of the Principal, COE, and Anna University nominee prior to official result publication. Post-examination services include result declaration, processing applications for photocopy of answer scripts, transparent revaluation, issuing semester grade sheets and consolidated mark statements, forwarding degree award recommendations to Anna University, and conferring degrees on Graduation Day.
Central Valuation & Double Blind Evaluation
To uphold the highest benchmarks of academic integrity and grading consistency, answer scripts undergo a double-blind valuation system. Both internal faculty and external examiners from reputed academic institutions evaluate the scripts independently. If a variance exceeding 15 marks is observed between valuations, a third evaluation is conducted by an independent senior subject expert. Transparent photocopy and review processes ensure total fairness for every candidate.
Autonomous Examination Automation System
Kingston Engineering College leverages a comprehensive digitized examination management system that integrates the complete student lifecycle: faculty course allocation, biometric and attendance tracking, Continuous Internal Evaluation (CIE) calculation, automated hall ticket generation, barcoded answer sheet tracking, result compilation in ISO-compliant formats, and rapid generation of semester grade cards and official transcripts.
Dr S Mahendiran
Controller of Examinations
Kingston Engineering College (Autonomous)
COE Office, Administrative Block,
Kingston Engineering College,
Christianpet, Katpadi, Vellore,
Tamil Nadu – 632 059
coe@kingston.ac.in
Mon – Sat: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Examination Notifications & Circulars
Official circulars, schedules, guidelines, and fee notifications from the Office of COE
| Date | Category | Notification / Circular Title | Download |
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| 15-Feb-2026 | Autonomous CAT | Common Assessment Test (CAT - II) Schedule for B.E. / B.Tech (II, III & IV Year) Ref: KEC/COE/CAT-II/2026/04 |
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| 02-Feb-2026 | Revaluation | Procedure and Schedule for Applying for Photocopy and Revaluation of Answer Scripts – End Semester Examinations Ref: KEC/COE/REV/2026/02 |
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| 18-Jan-2026 | Fee Notice | Autonomous End Semester Examination Fee Payment Circular – Even Semester 2025-26 Ref: KEC/COE/FEES/2026/01 |
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| 05-Jan-2026 | Autonomous CAT | Common Assessment Test (CAT - I) Circular & Instructions for Candidates Ref: KEC/COE/CAT-I/2026/01 |
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| 12-Dec-2025 | Graduation | Submission of Documents for Anna University Degree & Provisional Certificates Processing Ref: KEC/COE/GRAD/2025/11 |
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| 20-Nov-2025 | Regulations | Autonomous Academic Regulations & Statutes – Code of Conduct for Candidates Ref: KEC/COE/STATUTES/2025 |
Examination Forms
Download official examination applications, revaluation requests, and certificate forms
Application for Photocopy of Answer Scripts
Form to request evaluated theory answer scripts copy within the stipulated deadline.
Application for Revaluation of Answer Scripts
Form for candidates seeking independent third revaluation of theory examination papers.
Application for Duplicate Hall Ticket
Form for students requiring a duplicate hall ticket due to loss or damage of the original.
Name / DOB Correction in Grade Sheet
Application for correction of candidate name, date of birth, or course titles in grade cards.
Application for Official Transcripts
Form for applying for sealed official academic transcripts for higher studies and WES evaluation.
Grievance Redressal / Malpractice Appeal
Official form to submit examination-related representations to the Grievance Inquiry Committee.
Common Assessment Test Timetable (CAT)
Time schedules for Common Assessment Tests (CAT - I, CAT - II, Model Exam) for B.E. / B.Tech programmes
End Semester & Supplementary Arrear Timetable
Autonomous Theory & Practical Examination Timetables for Regular & Arrear candidates
Examination Results
Direct access to official examination result portals, grade rubrics, and revaluation procedures
Anna University Result Portal
Access official Anna University examination results, marks statements, and student grade profiles via the central COE Anna University portal.
Kingston Result Portal
Online autonomous examination marks publication, Continuous Assessment Test (CAT) scores, and semester grade sheets for Kingston Engineering College students.
Instructions for Students Checking Results
- Select the appropriate result portal above (Anna University or Kingston Autonomous Portal).
- Enter your official 12-digit Register Number and your Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY).
- Verify the captcha code and click Submit to view your semester statement of marks.
- Print or save the provisional mark statement for your academic records.
- Students seeking answer script photocopy or revaluation must apply through the COE office within 7 days of result declaration.
Autonomous Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) Grading Scale
| Letter Grade | Grade Point | Performance Level | Marks Range (%) |
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| O | 10 | Outstanding | 91 – 100 |
| A+ | 9 | Excellent | 81 – 90 |
| A | 8 | Very Good | 71 – 80 |
| B+ | 7 | Good | 61 – 70 |
| B | 6 | Average | 50 – 60 |
| RA | 0 | Re-appearance (Arrear) | < 50 |
| SA | 0 | Shortage of Attendance | — |
| W | 0 | Withdrawal | — |