APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University to conduct offline supplementary exams from Sept 9

The APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University, formerly known as the Kerala Technological University, will conduct offline supplementary examinations for BTech students of all semesters beginning September 9. While concerns were raised by a section of the students and the state human rights commission (KSHRC), the university claims that it will adopt Covid-19 safety protocols.

In a circular issued on August 24, the university said it is aware of the challenges faced by students due to the pandemic, but that a “time has come wherein we are left with no options other than to ‘live with Covid’.”

“It is to be



noted that there are hundreds of students with few back papers, many of them are even placed, who are eagerly waiting for the conduct of these supplementary examinations and publication of results. Any further delay in the conduct of these examinations will affect their career prospects and higher education opportunities,” it said.

It added that students who face specific difficulties in attending the supplementary examinations can avail the next immediate chance. In another circular on September 3, the university said it will conduct odd semester supplementary examinations as a special one-time chance this year especially for those with backlogs.