College of Engineering, Attingal, commonly known as CEAL, was established by the Institute of Human Resources Development in 2004,[1] undertaken by Government of Kerala.

The college is situated in Attingal and affiliated to KTU and is approved by All India Council for Technical Education.

[2][3] CEAL was previously affiliated to the Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT) until 2015.

Admission to the courses is on an annual basis and is based on the All Kerala Common Entrance Examination conducted by the Controller of Entrance Examinations, Government of Kerala.

The admissions to the free/merit seats and management seats are through the Central Allotment Process conducted by the Controller of Entrance Examinations, Government of Kerala.