Information Technology colleges in Chennai

SRM Institute of Science and Technology admissions are conducted on the basis of entrance tests. The admission for the flagship programs are held on the basis of SRMJEEE UG exam. Further, SRM MBA admissions are conducted on the basis of SRMJEEM test. The SRMJEEE PG test is conducted for the various SRMIST PG courses. The university also accepts scoring from nationally-held tests like CAT, TANCET, MAT, etc. for admissions.

Anna University has been ranked as one of the top universities in India by several statutory bodies. The QS World University Ranking has awarded Anna University a rank of 465. Tabulated below is the list of ranks awarded to Anna University by many prestigious international and national organisations:

Ranking Body	Category	Rankings
QS World Rankings 2026	World University	465
Times Higher Education 2025	Interdisciplinary Science Rankings	1
Times Higher Education 2025	Interdisciplinary Science Rankings	42
NIRF 2025	State Public Universities	2
NIRF 2025	Innovation	9
NIRF 2025	Engineering	20
NIRF 2025	University	20
NIRF 2025	Research Institute	26
NIRF 2025	Architecture	28
NIRF 2025	Overall	29
NIRF 2025	Management	88
QS World Ranking 2025	University	383
QS World Ranking 2024	University	426

SSN College of Engineering offers a large diversity of courses to students in various fields. SSN College of Engineering admissions are held on the basis of both merit entrance tests. Students seeking course admissions must clear their previous qualifying examination and appear for any of the prescribed entrance exams such as CEETA, GATE, among others. Students can visit the official website to learn more regarding the course-wise eligibility & specialisation details.

Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology was established in 1987 and is located in Chennai. It is recognised by UGC and accredited by NAAC with an A+ grade. The university has signed various MoUs with national and international universities such as UNINT, NITTTR Chennai, University of Western Australia, Taylor's University, etc.

Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R and D Institute of Science and Technology provides various programmes and specialisations to students. These courses are available in different streams. For obtaining Vel Tech admission, candidates are selected on the basis of entrance tests. For further details, candidates may visit the official website and learn more regarding the eligibility details for their preferred course choice. Accepted exams include VTUEEE, CLAT, TANCET, etc.

No, students can not get direct admission at Chennai Institute of Technology. The institute accepts admission based on entrance exams. Admission to BTech is offered under the TNEA counselling where a candidate has to furnish Class 12 certificate with an aggregate mark of 45 per cent. In case of MTech, the students should have a UG/PG course relevant and they should qualify in either the GATE or CEETA PG. 

To apply for admission to UG & PG courses at SRM Easwari Engineering College, candidates must register on the official website of the respective entrance exam/ counselling bodies as per the course choice. For admission to MTech, students are required to register either for GATE or CEETA. However, MBA and MCA admissions begin with TANCET registrations. For BTech, candidates must register for TNEA Counselling. Apart from this, candidates must secure a minimum aggregate in Class 12 for UG-level courses and graduation for PG-level courses. 

Hindustan College of Engineering, established in 1985 is a private college and is located in Kelambakkam, Chennai. The college was conferred the status of a university under the name Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (HITS). It is a deemed-to-be University recognised by the UGC, the AICTE, the AIMA, the SAE International, AIAA,  and is a member of AIU and is accredited by the IAO, NAAC with an 'A' Grade,  and NBA. 

Rajalakshmi Engineering College provides various programmes and specialisations to students. These courses are available in different streams. For obtaining Rajalakshmi Engineering College admission, candidates are selected on the basis of entrance tests. For further details, candidates may visit the official website and learn more regarding the eligibility details for their preferred course choice. Accepted exams include TANCET, GATE, CEETA, etc.

On the official webiste of B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, I could not find any information on the cutoff marks required in the JEE Main or Crescent College's entrance test, namely Crescent Institute Engineering Admission Test (CIEAT 2024) for admission. However, as per the eligibility criteria mentioned on the official website of the college, students must have at least 50% scores in their Class 12 in the PCM subject combination to be eligible for this course. 

B.E/BTech, B.Arch, BBA, MBA, and MBBS are among the popular courses offered by Chennai's Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute.
Diploma programs in mechanical, production, automobiles mechatronics, plastic molding, CSE, IT, ECE, civil engineering, and chemistry are also available at the institute. 
Additionally, the institute provides undergraduate degree programs in BDS, B.Sc., BPT, B.Com, BCA, B.Ed, and M.B.B.S.  
There are fifteen specializations available in the four-year B.Tech normal course. Six specializations are available in the B.Tech part-time and lateral entry programs. 11 specialties are available for the B.Sc. degree. 
The institute offers online and offline application options, an admission exam, and a flexible credit-based system.

Sri Sairam Engineering College provides various programmes and specialisations to students. These courses are available in different streams. For obtaining Sri Sairam Engineering College admission, candidates are selected on the basis of both merit and entrance tests. For further details, candidates may visit the official website and learn more regarding the eligibility details for their preferred course choice. Accepted exams include TANCET, CEETA, GATE, etc.

Yes, Saveetha Engineering College admissions are currently open. Aspirants who fulfils both elgibility and selection requirements can apply for the preferred course. SEC Chennai application forms are released online. Candidates are first required to register with the basic details and then login to fill out the application form. Admission to all SEC courses is based on entrance exam score.

As per Shiksha verified reviews, Panimalar Engineering College has an impressive review rating of 3.51 by 401 students.

As per Shiksha verified reviews, St. Joseph's College of Engineering has an impressive review rating of 3.89 by 171 students.

Yes, Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering awards various scholarships to UG, PG, and other course students as financial assistance. There are various scholarship schemes available for students. The below-mentioned is the scholarship criteria based on which the Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering provides financial assistance to students:

Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering Scholarships
Meritorious academic performance	Merit cum Means	Economic Means and Performance in Sports and NCC Activities

St. Joseph's Institute of Technology has a Faculty review rating of 4.3 by students. This represents that Institute has decent, qualified and experienced faculty members.

Prince Shri Venkateshwara Padmavathy Engineering College has been rated 3.2 on Infrastructure parameter. Prince Shri Venkateshwara Padmavathy Engineering College has also been rated 3.3 for Campuslife.

The max. package recorded during the KCG College of Technology placements was INR 10 LPA.The average package during the placement season was INR 5 LPA while the median package reached INR 4.5 LPA.

In 2024, the highest package provided to students was INR 9 LPA since then the highest package has increased by 11.11%

Agni College of Technology was established in 2001 by Sri Balaji Charitable and Educational Trust. The college is accredited by NAAC with an A+ grade. It is approved by AICTE and affiliated with Anna University. The institute is awarded a rank band of 101-150 under the Innovation category by NIRF 2023. ACT is proven as No. 1 all over the nation in cultivating skilful Engineers. The college offers various undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD level courses in different Engineering streams.