The Textile Engineering College, Noakhali (Bengali: টেক্সটাইল ইঞ্জিনিয়ারিং কলেজ, নোয়াখালী) is a textile engineering institute offers B.Sc. in Textile Engineering degree. It situated in Noakhali, Bangladesh. It is affiliated with Bangladesh University of Textiles. Short name TECN.
TECN is one of the eight textile engineering colleges in Bangladesh which are collectively funded and controlled by the Directorate of Textiles, Ministry of Textiles and Jute. Textile Engineering College, Noakhali is an engineering educational institute in Bangladesh offering Graduation in different core of Textile Engineering with affiliation of Bangladesh University of Textiles and govern of Ministry of Textiles & Jute, Bangladesh.
History
British Weaving School
During the British colonial rule from 1911 to 1929, 33 peripatetic weaving schools were established in East Bengal to meet the requirements for a textile technician by offering an artisan-level six-month course. Begumgonj Textile Engineering College, Noakhali is one of them; it was established in 1918. In 1968 it was upgraded to District Weaving School offering a one-year course and in 1981 District Textile Institute offering a two-year certificate course in textile technology. But the certificate course was not acceptable to the industry.
Textile Institute, Noakhali
In 1993 a three-year diploma course was introduced under Bangladesh Technical Education Board (BTEB) which was treated as a milestone for the textile education. The duration of this course was extended to four years in 2001.
Textile Engineering College, Noakhali
The college was upgraded in 2007 to offer a BSc in textile engineering. The course is affiliated by the Bangladesh University of Textiles. The new face of this campus was designed by Architect Sirajee Tariqul Islam from Department of architecture & construction was done by PWD on behalf of MoHPW and funded by GOB.
Campus
Noakhali Textile Engineering College, a two-minute walk from Choumuhani, besides to from Dhaka to Noakhali roadway.
Textile Engineering College, Begumganj, Noakhali, is a government educational institution controlled by the Directorate of Textiles under the Ministry of Textiles and Jute, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh. This institution debuted as a handloom school in 1918 AD on 2.97 acres of land. Initially, a six-month trade course was introduced. In 1960 AD, it was introduced as a one-year “Textile Artisan” course. In 1980 AD, a 02 (two) year textile certificate course named “Zella Textile Institute” was introduced to improve the institute’s quality further. In the year 1994, the standard of the institution was raised a step further by providing the required number of teachers, officers and staff for infrastructural development, practical equipment and book collection in the library through a development project titled ITET and 03. (three) year “Diploma in Textile Engineering” course was introduced.In 2002 AD as per government decision the ongoing course was upgraded to 04 years duration course. Then, through a government notification, “Textile Institute, Begumganj, Noakhali” was expanded to “Textile Engineering College, Begumganj, Noakhali” in 2006 to meet the shortage of textile degree holders in the country and produce skilled textile engineers. Textile industry.In the beginning, the college’s educational program was conducted under “Chittagong University” but later from 2012, after receiving affiliation from “Bangladesh Textile University” Dhaka, the educational program of B.Sc. in Textile Engineering course is being conducted till now.
A two-storied academic administration building, a two-storied art shop-cum-library, a two-storied dyeing printing lab-cum-conference room, a jute spinning shed, a 4 storied practical building (with 8 labs), a 6-storied multipurpose building on 297 acres of land. College campus, a two-storied headmaster’s quarter, a 64-seat two-storied dormitory, a 4-storied dormitory, 1 pump house, 1 substation, 1 mosque, 1 Shaheed Minar and 1 playground exist. There is a student hostel with 4 floors with 144 seats, 1 pump house, 1 pond and 1 playground on 2.5 acres of land near the college campus. Also, there is a bus for students to visit the mill and a jeep for the office head.
Academics
TECN offers a four-year bachelor's degree program in textile engineering. It is one of the eight textile engineering colleges run by Bangladesh University of Textiles.
Faculty of Fashion Design and Apparel Engineering:
Textile Engineering college Noakhali has 7 clubs for extracurricular activities. There are under the mother club named Oronodoy. The clubs of TECN are as:
TECN Science and Innovation Club
TECN Career Club
TECN Computer Club
TECN Debating Society
TECN Art and Photography Club
Mittonjoy
Akkhor
TECN Science and Innovation Club Acitivities
TECN Fabric Day
The Textile Engineering College Noakhali (TECN) hosted the TECN Fabric Day 2024, organized by the TECN Science and Innovation Club. The event highlighted textile innovation and sustainability through a diverse exhibition of over 1,700 fabric samples from 197 companies and a Textile Upcycle Competition. The competition showcased creative transformations of old garments into practical items such as handbags, pillows, and wall art.
TECN Fabric Day 2024, organized by the TECN Science and Innovation Club.
A standout feature of the event was a laser-printed banner on denim fabric, designed by Md. Moinul Islam Bijoy, which added artistic flair. Renowned textile mills, including Square Denim, Argon Denim, and Azlan Denim, participated in the exhibition, with support from industry professionals like Raihan Ahmed and Fahad Tuhin.
The event was title-sponsored by Textile Suppliers Ltd., with Textile Today as the media partner. Faculty member Zakaria Alam Jiku supervised the extensive fabric collection. Due to high demand, the event was extended for an additional week.
The TECN Fabric Day 2024 celebrated collaboration between academia and industry, showcasing the potential of textile engineering and upcycling while fostering creativity and sustainability in the textile sector.
Textile Talent Hunt
Textile Talent Hunt is a platform designed to identify and nurture creative minds in the textile and fashion industry. It brings together aspiring designers, innovators, and entrepreneurs, providing them with an opportunity to showcase their skills and ideas.
The event fosters innovation and encourages participants to think beyond conventional boundaries. From sustainable fashion concepts to cutting-edge textile designs, the competition highlights talent that can shape the future of the industry. Through workshops, mentoring sessions, and networking opportunities, Textile Talent Hunt supports participants in refining their craft and gaining industry exposure.
Number of seats
The number of seats for the four-year bachelor's degree in textile engineering program is given below.
Campus of NTEC
Number of seats as per Department
Serial
Department
Seats
1.
Yarn Engineering
30
2.
Fabric Engineering
30
3.
Wet Process Engineering
30
4.
Apparel Engineering
30
Total
120
Hall Facilities
TECN has two hall facilities for male and female. Female hall acomadate 50 student which is located in the campus area. The mall student hall acomodate 150 student, which is located near the Chowmuhani Pouro bus stand.
Admission
Admission into this college is competitive and needs a high academic attainment at the SSC and HSC examination. Selection of the student for admission is made through an admission test. Only science students can apply for the admission test. Admission circular is published in the national dailies, college website and website of the Department of Textiles (DOT).
The admission test is conducted on the basis of multiple choice questions (MCQ). Students have to answer physics, chemistry, higher math and English in the admission test.
Students can get admission in certain college based on merit list and college preference list.
Where there are various reference books on textiles as well as science fiction, religious and educational books. In addition, the library has the facility to read various types of papers including daily, weekly, monthly, yearly.
TECN Alumni Association (TECNAA)
The TECN Alumni Association (TECNAA) is the official alumni organization for graduates of Textile Engineering College, Noakhali. Established in 2017, TECNAA was formed with a mandate from the college's alumni to enhance networking, foster communication, and strengthen the bonds among members of the institution. With 98.8% of eligible alumni participating, TECNAA gained official acceptance from the college following a referendum on March 26, 2017, in which the association's constitution and bylaws were unanimously approved.
TECNAA focuses on advancing the mission of Textile Engineering College, Noakhali, by organizing events, supporting initiatives, and serving as a bridge between current students, alumni, and the institution. Through these efforts, TECNAA has become a key driver in strengthening the professional and personal connections within the college community. Further information about the organization and its activities can be found on the official TECNAA website at www.tecnaa.org.
