Recognition & Accreditation
Accredited, Autonomous & Recognised
LEAD College (Autonomous) — formerly LEAD College of Management — is an AICTE-approved business and technology institution in Dhoni, Palakkad, Kerala, offering industry-integrated, fully residential MBA and MCA programmes. It is accredited by NAAC (B++) and NBA, certified to ISO 21001:2018, recognised by the UGC, and holds autonomous status under the University of Calicut — with a consistent 90%+ placement record across 235+ recruiters.
Approvals & Accreditations
AICTE Approved
All India Council for Technical Education
NAAC Accredited
Assessed with a B++ grade
NBA Accredited
National Board of Accreditation
ISO 21001:2018
Educational Organisation Management System
UGC Recognised
University Grants Commission
Autonomous Status
Under the University of Calicut
Profiled & Ranked On
LEAD College is profiled and featured in national B-school rankings and independent education directories, including:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is LEAD College a good MBA college in Kerala?
LEAD College (Autonomous) is one of Kerala's well-recognised residential MBA institutions. Located in Dhoni, Palakkad, it is AICTE-approved, NAAC (B++) and NBA accredited, ISO 21001:2018 certified, and holds autonomous status under the University of Calicut. Its industry-integrated model — with internships every semester and a 90%+ placement record — makes it a strong choice for an application-focused MBA in Kerala.
Where is LEAD College located?
LEAD College (Autonomous) is located at Dhoni PO, Palakkad, Kerala 678009, India — a fully residential campus set near the Dhoni hills.
Is LEAD College AICTE approved and accredited?
Yes. LEAD College is approved by AICTE, accredited by NAAC with a B++ grade and by NBA, certified to ISO 21001:2018, recognised by the UGC, and operates with autonomous status under the University of Calicut.
What programmes does LEAD College offer?
LEAD offers a 2-year full-time residential MBA, a future-ready MCA (covering AI & Machine Learning, Data Science, Cloud Computing and Cyber Security), and doctoral / research opportunities as a recognised research centre of KUFOS.
What is the placement record at LEAD College?
LEAD maintains a 90%+ placement consistency, with 235+ recruiters visiting campus — including Federal Bank, HDFC Life, Axis Bank and HCL — supported by six months of structured pre-placement training.
Is LEAD an autonomous, residential MBA college?
Yes. LEAD holds autonomous status under the University of Calicut and is a fully residential campus, giving students 24×7 access to faculty, library and facilities as part of its immersive, mentorship-driven learning model.
Which university is LEAD College affiliated to?
LEAD College is affiliated to the University of Calicut and holds autonomous status, which lets it design an industry-relevant, outcome-based curriculum.