KGiSL Institute of Technology was started in the year 2008 by Padmashri Dr. G. Bakthavathsalam, MS, FICS, FCCP, FAMS, FMMC, founder-chairman of KG hospital. It is affiliated to Anna University, Chennai. The institution offers 7 programs. The main objective of the KGiSL Institute of Technology is to provide industry embedded education and to mould the students for leadership in industry, government, and educational institutions; to advance the knowledge base of the engineering professions; and to influence the future directions of engineering education and practice. KGiSL Institute of Technology is an industry-sponsored institution par excellence. The educational programs in the college emphasize the understanding of fundamental principles and prepare an individual for a lifetime learning and professional growth.