A Government Polytechnic College in the Anantapur district is a state-run institution offering diploma-level technical education. These colleges provide three-year diploma courses in various branches of engineering, such as Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics & Communication Engineering. The programs are aimed at students who have completed their 10th grade and are designed to produce skilled technicians and supervisors for the industry.
Affiliated with the State Board of Technical Education and Training (SBTET), the curriculum is practical and industry-oriented. The infrastructure includes workshops, laboratories for each engineering discipline, a computer center, and a technical library. Government Polytechnics are known for their experienced faculty and affordable fee structure. They play a crucial role in providing an alternative route to a technical career for many students and are a key source of skilled manpower for the manufacturing and infrastructure sectors.