Institute of Driver Training
& Research (IDTR) Extension Centre
A landmark initiative advancing road safety education and responsible driving practices across Kottayam district — in partnership with IDTR Kerala, Motor Vehicle Department, Government of Kerala.
A New Chapter in Road Safety Education
The Department of Mechanical Engineering (Automobile) at AJCE is proud to host an IDTR Extension Centre on campus — making AJCE one of the select engineering institutions in Kerala entrusted with this prestigious mandate.
The Institute of Driver Training and Research (IDTR) Kerala, operating under the Motor Vehicle Department, Government of Kerala, was established with financial assistance from the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH), Government of India, as part of a national road safety initiative. AJCE has partnered with IDTR Kerala to serve as an authorised extension centre, bringing scientifically designed driver training and road safety education to the heart of Kottayam district.
Mission, Mandate & Approach
The Institute of Driver Training and Research (IDTR), Kerala is an autonomous institute managed by the Kerala Motor Vehicle Department, established with central government funding under the 11th Five Year Plan as a flagship road safety initiative. Its main campus is located at Edappal, Malappuram District, with sub-centres operating across the state through affiliated engineering colleges and polytechnics.
Mission
To cultivate responsible driving behaviour through comprehensive training that combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, reducing traffic-related incidents across Kerala.
Mandate
Scientific training for drivers, driving school instructors, and Motor Vehicle Department officers to improve road user behaviour and uphold international safety standards.
Approach
Blends classroom instruction, practical exercises, and simulator-based training to ensure comprehensive, application-oriented learning for all categories of road users.
Outreach
Establishes extension centres at engineering colleges and polytechnics across Kerala to make quality road safety training accessible and cost-effective at the local level.
Currently Conducted at AJCE
The IDTR Extension Centre at AJCE currently conducts the following two specialised programmes, delivered by experienced instructors certified by IDTR Kerala:
Significance of This Initiative
Road Safety First
Kerala records among the highest road accident rates nationally. This centre directly addresses that by training drivers, instructors, and enforcement officers in the Kottayam region.
Academia–Government Partnership
A landmark collaboration between AJCE and the Kerala Motor Vehicle Department, demonstrating how engineering institutions can serve the broader public good.
International Standards
IDTR's curriculum is aligned with international norms for driver training, bringing global best practices in road safety education to the local community.
Infrastructure Utilisation
AJCE's modern classrooms, automotive labs, and vehicular access provide an ideal environment for hands-on, practical driver training programmes.
Local Accessibility
By hosting an extension centre, AJCE eliminates the need for participants in Kottayam and surrounding districts to travel to the main IDTR campus in Malappuram.
Student Opportunities
Engineering students gain exposure to real-world road transport challenges, opening avenues for projects, internships, and research in transport safety and policy.
Registration & Enquiries
Interested in IDTR Training?
For registrations, course schedules, and more information about the IDTR Extension Centre, please contact the Department of Mechanical Engineering (Automobile) or the IDTR Kerala coordination team.
Host Department
Dept. of Mechanical Engineering (Automobile)
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IDTR Kerala Head Office
Institute of Driver Training and Research
Kandanakam, Edappal
Malappuram District, Kerala – 679582