The Centre for Energy Management and Testing Systems for Electrical Apparatus (CEMATEA) was established in 2002 to provide technical services to industries and other organisations, and promote industry-institute interactions. One of the unique initiatives of the Centre is the periodical testing of electrical apparatus like Transformers, Switch Gears, Protective Relays, Instrument Transformers, Energy Meters and other electrical apparatus in all electrical installations on site and off site to ensure efficient and safe operations of electrical systems. A Test Centre for Electrical Apparatus is authorised by Electrical Inspectorate, Govt. of Karnataka.