Ashok Leyland recognized the college as a centre of excellence in automotives.

IBM named it a "Centre of Excellence for Certified Software Center".

[5] It has memoranda with the following industry representatives: Rajalakshmi Education Private Limited has entered into an agreement with University of Worcester to jointly offer courses in computing and management.

[11] In 2013 REC organised an international conference on surface engineering for research and industrial applications, Interfinish SERIA 2013 Asia Pacific.

[15][16] KRIYA is an "entrepreneurship development cell" with the stated aim of conducting research, inspiring students, assist with project development and provide interaction with entrepreneurs and industrialists.