Government Polytechnic College, Adoor is one of the major Technical institutions in Pathanamthitta district situated at Manakkala, Adoor. It functions along with other educational institutions in Central Travancore, which carries a creditable record of supplying several technicians, technologists, architects and a group of talented persons to the nation. Government Polytechnic College, Adoor was established in the year 1994 which came an upgradation of a Technical High School, which had been functioning here since 1964. Located in a rural area on a hillock, the scenic beauty and serenity of the surroundings appears most suited for academic pursuits. The institution stands less than half kilometers from Manakkala junction, which is only 4 km away from Adoor. Regular bus services on this major route between Adoor and Sasthamcotta make journey to the College quite an easy thing. . At present the institution is in a campus of 11.56 acres at Manakkala,ADOOR
This institution offers three year diploma Programmes in three major disciplines of Engineering / Technology ( Mechanical Engg:, Polymer Technology and Architecture ) under the Directorate of Technical Education, Govt. of Kerala. The institution is approved by the ALL INDIA COUNCIL FOR TECHNICAL EDUCATION, NEW DELHI.