TANCET 2025: Counselling (Started), Dates (OUT), Registration, Cutoff, Question Paper, Pattern

Anna University will conduct TANCET 2025 exam on March 22 for MBA and MCA courses. In 2024, Anna University conducted the TANCET exam for MBA and MCA courses on March 9. Anna University has kept the TANCET exam dates in line with the prevbious session. Complete schedule, including the answer key release date, result dates and more will be announced in due course.

For TANCET preparation, a focused study period of  2-3 months should be sufficient, especially if you've had placement training before.

Here is a breakdown of the TANCET preparation strategy:

• Arithmetic Aptitude: Brush up on basic arithmetic concepts. Some areas for focus under the section includes problem-solving, and working on speed and accuracy.
• Reading Comprehension: One must improve the reading skills by practicing variety of comprehension passages. Focus on understanding the theme of the passage.
• Reasoning: One must solve puzzles to enhance logical reasoning abilities. Additionally, candidates must practise different types of reasoning questions, and familiarise themselves with topics that have been repeating in the past sessions.
• Business Analysis: This section is unique to the TANCET exam. Candidates will have to interpret business scenarios and propose solutions. One must practice by analysing case studies and business problems to develop their analytical skills.

Candidates can find the schedule for the TANCET exam on the official website. Anna University hosts the TANCET website via a subdomain, named "TANCET". Typically, the TANCET schedule is released in the late week of December or in the early weeks of January. Candidates must keep track of the TANCET official website for dates and the latest exam details. Besides the official website, candidates find the TANCET schedule on the Shiksha's TANCET dates webpage. (https://www.shiksha.com/mba/tancet-exam-dates). .

Tips and tricks to clear TANCET exam include

1. Clearing your concepts and basics
2. Taking mock tests
3. Practicing previous year's question papers/sample papers
4. Focus on improving speed and accuracy
5. Time Management using techniques such as the Pomodoro technique
6. Revision using short notes
7. Avoid starting any new topics in the last phase of TANCET preparation
8. Prepare a clear and defined exam day strategy
9. Know your strength and weaknesses

Coming to the second part of the question, some of the recommended books to prepare for TANCET exam include:

• TANCET MBA Superior Guide by S. SAMBASIVAN and Dr. D. ANTONY XAVIER
• Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R. S. Aggarwal
• Quantitative Aptitude by S. N. Jha
• Reasoning Test (Verbal & Non-Verbal) by Dr. M. B. Lal & A. K. Singh.

Yes, The Madras University requires the TANCET (Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test) for MBA admissions. The Tamil Nadu government commissions Anna University to administer the Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test, a state-level entrance examination. It is used to determine admission to a range of postgraduate courses, including MBA programs, in Tamil Nadu universities, including Madras University. In order to be considered for admission to Madras University's MBA program, candidates must typically take the TANCET and receive a passing score. You can get specific information from Madras University's admissions office or official website about eligibility requirements, application processes, and cutoff scores.

Yes, it is easy to get high scores in TANCET exam to meet the cutoff scores. All what needs to be done is hard work. Every exam is easy or tough based on the overall preparation. The TANCET question pattern is simple if compared with other MBA entrance exams including, CAT XAT CMAT etc. TANCET MBA has five sections with 20 marks for each section. Additionally, all the sections have equal number of questions. The sections appearing in TANCET MBA exam include:

• Section 1 - Business Situations
• Section 2 - Reading Comprehension
• Section 3 - Quantitative Ability
• Section 4 - Data Sufficiency
• Section 5 English Usage

Candidates preparing as per the TANCET exam pattern and syllabus will not face any issues to meet the TANCET cutoff rank/scores.

Candidates need to carry hard copy of the below mentioned documents at the time of Certificate verification:

• Class 10 mark sheet
• Class 12 mark sheet / Diploma Certificate
• Graduation mark sheets for all semesters / Years of qualifying Degree exam
• Provisional / Degree Certificate
• Permanent Community Certificate Card (to avail reservation)
• TANCET Scorecard/ Rank Card
• TANCET hall ticket
• District Medical Board Certificate (for Differently able Candidates only)
• Nativity Certificate in electronic form / digitally signed e-certificate (If applicable)
• Sri Lankan Tamil Refugee Certificate (If applicable).

TANCET or Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test, is conducted by anna University every year for admission to MBA and MCA courses. Candidates appearing for TANCET exam can apply for admission into more than 250 MBA colleges present in the state of Tamil Nadu. MBA and MCA degree programmes offered at University Departments, Constituent colleges of Anna University, Annamalai University, Government and Government Aided Colleges and Self-Financing Colleges in Tamil Nadu accept TANCET scores for admission.

TANCET exam is considered moderate in terms of difficulty. For MBA exams, the difficulty standards is typically compared with the CAT exam. In comparison with the CAT difficulty level, TANCET is considered easy to crack. This is because the total number of test takers is less if compared to CAT exam, additionally, the difficulty level of the questions asked is easier than the CAT exam.

TANCET exam is conducted once every year. TANCET is a state-level entrance exam conducted by Anna University for MBA and MCA admission across the colleges in Tamil Naud. The TANCET exam is conducted annually in the first quarter of a calendar year. However, candidates must note that the exam schedules and frequency can vary from year to year and is subject to change. Before planning to take the exam, it is advisable that the candidates check the official website of the conducting body for the latest information on exam dates and schedules. Alternatively, candidates can find the event schedule on Shiksha's exam page for the TANCET exam, that is https://www.shiksha.com/mba/tancet-exam.

Duration of the TANCET exam is two hours. Candidates need to answers as many as 100 questions within 120 minutes. Therefore, for each question, candidates have more than one minute to land at an answers. TANCET exam duration is not divided into sections. Candidates can proceed to answers questions from any section from the TANCET exam. Candidates must aim to answers each question in TANCET exam within one minute. If the test take is able to answers questions within one minute, he/she will have 20 minutes spare. With spare time after answering all questions, candidates can go through their answers for the last time to know if they made any error.

Since the exam will have negative marking, candidates must avoid guessing answers of the questions in TANCET exam. Leaving a question will be a smarter move than tempting questions in haste.

TANCET exam is conducted across 15 cities in Tamil Nadu. These cities include:

1. Chennai
2. Karaikudi
3. Tirunelveli
4. Coimbatore
5. Madurai
6. Tiruchirappalli
7. Chidambaram
8. Nagercoil
9. Vellore
10. Dindigul
11. Salem
12. Villupuram
13. Erode
14. Thanjavur
15. Virudhunagar

Candidates need to choose one exam city while filling the TANCET application form. Anna University allocates an exam centre within the preferred city or a centre the nearest to the city chosen by the applicant.

Candidates can download the TANCET answers key by following the steps mentioned below:

1st Step: Visit the official website of the TANCET exam

2nd Step: Click on the tab for TANCET answers keys

3rd Step: Enter the login credentials, including the email ID and password

4th Step: Enter the security key displayed on the login portals

5th Step: Click on the 'Login' button to view the answers key PDF from the dashboard

The process to check both provisional and final answers keys remains the same. The direct link to check the TANCET answers keys will be available on shiksha's TANCET answers key webpage.

Anna University releases both provisional answers key and final answers keys in an online mode. Candidates can access the answers keys of TANCET exam by visiting the official exam website. The TANCET login portals helps candidates accessing the answers keys. Candidates need to enter the login credentials, created at the time of registration, to access the TANCET login portals to check the answers keys. Email ID and password will act as the login credentials to check the TANCET answers keys online. No other mode is allowed for released of the TANCET answers keys. Request from candidates for an offline PDF display of the TANCET answers keys will not be entertain.

Yes. Anna University released the TANCET final answer keys in the previous session; therefore, it will be released in the upcoming exam session as well. In the past, Anna University did not release the answer keys for TANCET exam. However, with the TANCET 2023 exam session Anna University facilitated a login link to check the TANCET answer keys. Candidates had to login using the email ID and password to check the answer keys. Additionally, candidates were allowed to submit the suggestions against the TANCET answer keys. Based on these suggestions, a final answer key has been prepared to evaluate the performance.

Anna University releases TANCET answers keys in two phase. Initially, the provisional answers key is released. Immediately after released of the TANCET provisional answers key, candidates can file objections against the answers. To raise objections, candidates need to send an email to the TANCET secretary. Soon after the objection windows is close, Anna University releases the final answers key of TANCET exam. The final answers key is used to calculate the score of the candidates. Soon after the final answers key is released, Anna University releases the TANCET results.

No, it is not recommended to solely rely on previous year question papers for TANCET exam preparation. While solving previous year question papers is an essential part of exam preparation, it should not be the only source of preparation. To crack the TANCET exam, you need to have a comprehensive understanding of the syllabus, exam pattern, and types of questions asked in the exam. You can start by studying the basic concepts and theories of each subject, followed by solving practice questions from various sources. Here are some tips to prepare for the TANCET exam:

1. Know the exam pattern and syllabus: It is essential to have a clear understanding of the exam pattern and syllabus before starting your preparation. The TANCET exam has four sections - Reading Comprehension, Verbal Ability, Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation & Analysis.
2. Make a study plan: Once you know the exam pattern and syllabus, make a study plan that covers all the topics and sections. Make sure to allocate time for regular practice and revision.
3. Solve practice papers and mock tests: Solve previous year question papers, sample papers, and mock tests to get an idea about the types of questions asked in the exam. This will also help you to identify your strengths and weaknesses.
4. Refer to good study material: Choose good study material that covers the entire syllabus and is easy to understand. You can also refer to online resources and video lectures. 
5. Focus on time management: Time management is crucial to crack the TANCET exam. Solve questions within the time limit and try to improve your speed and accuracy.
6. Stay calm and positive: Finally, stay calm and positive throughout your preparation. Take breaks when needed, and don't stress yourself too much. So, it is advisable to use previous year question papers as a supplement to your overall preparation strategy, but not rely solely on them.

The TANCET MCA 2024 question paper is available on the official website. Candidates can also find the previous year TANCET MCA question paper here. The answer key is on the official Anna University website. Candidates appearing for future sessions of TANCET exam can practice using the previous year's question papers. TANCET MCA exam has questions from a total of four sections, namely:

• Quantitative Ability
• Analytical Reasoning
• Logical Reasoning
• Computer Awareness

Business Situation Analysis and the other four sections of the TANCET MBA question paper will have 20 questions each. The section has two different passages. Candidates have to answer 10 questions after analysing the business situation presented in each passage. These questions have four options, candidates need to choose the correct option and answer the same in the OMR sheet. The marking scheme for these 10 questions remain the same.

TANCET exam has a total of 100 questions across sections. Each question of the TANCET exam comprises four options. Out of all the available options, one is correct. Candidates choosing the correct answers option will fetch one mark. On the contrary, candidates choosing an incorrect answers response will lead to a negative marking of 1/3 mark. Therefore, candidates are advise to choose an answers only when they are sure about an answers option. Guess work in TANCET exam may lead to drop in the overall score. Additional, candidates must note that only one option is correct out of four. Marking more than one option will also lead to a negative marking.

Yes, TANCET admit card is required after the exam has been conducted. Candidates have to retain the TANCET hall ticket until the admission process is over. DTE Chennai will check the hard copy of hall ticket and TANCET scorecard at the time of document verification. Candidates are marked ineligible to participate in the admission process if they do not have any of these documents. However, candidates who have lost the hall ticket or scorecard can apply for a duplicate copy of the same. An additional fee of INR 300 is applicable to apply for the duplicate hall ticket or scorecard. The fee is to be paid via a demand draft.

Candidates need to follow a few steps to download the TANCET hall ticket. Steps to download the TANCET admit card are as follows: 1st Step: Visit the official website of TANCET. Annauniv. Edu. 2nd Step: Click on the tab for TANCET hall ticket download 3rd Step: Enter the login credentials including email ID and password 4th Step: Enter the security code appearing on the screen 5th Step: Click on the 'Login' button 6th Step: On the appearing window, click on the 'Print' button and download the TANCET admit card. TANCET hall ticket download process may change across exam sessions. The step-wise process to download the TANCET admit card will be updated on the Shiksha's TANCET admit card page (https://www.shiksha.com/mba/tancet-exam-admit-card).. .

Candidates are allowed to download the TANCET admit card using the login portal hosted on the official website. Anna University hosts the TANCET exam website. Candidates can access the TANCET admit card login portal for admit card download until the exam date. Typically, the exam date lies within 10 days of the admit card issuance date. Candidates failing to download and print the TANCET hall ticket before the exam date will not be allowed to enter the exam hall. It is advisable to download the TANCET hall ticket as soon as it is released. Candidates may find discrepancies in the admit card. Officials will deny entry of the candidates in the exam hall in case they find any discrepancies in the TANCET admit card and photo ID proof.

Candidates will find the following details on the TANCET admit card: - Candidates name - TANCET registration number - Date of birth - Candidate's community or category - Scanned images of photograph and signature - Date and time of exam - Exam venue details - Exam day guidelines The details mentioned on the TANCET admit card will be verified on the exam day. Along with the admit card, officials at the test centre will check valid photo ID proof to cross-check the details of the candidate. In case of any discrepancy, candidates do not get entry inside the TANCET exam centre.

No. Anna University has not specified any age limit for admission based on TANCET. However, candidates must meet all other eligibility conditions specified in the information bulletin. Additionally, candidates need to meet the eligibility conditions defined by the participating colleges to get the admission based on TANCET scores. Several institutes accepting TANCET MBA scores might have an upper age limit condition in place. Therefore, candidates must apply for the TANCET exam only after checking the eligibility conditions specified by the desired TANCET college.

Typically, the TANCET application process has a fixed deadline for submission of the forms. It's crucial to note that missing the deadline toi submit the TANCET application forms can result in disqualification from the entrance exam. Anna University does not facilitate any window to complete the registration and submit the form with a late fee. However, Anna University may provide such registration window in the future exam sessions. To know whether late applications are allowed and the process to apply with a late fee, candidates may go through the details available on the official website from time to time. Alternatively, candidates can also contact the TANCET Secretary office or the exam helpline seeking help in the registration deadline.

Anna University does not release the TANCET form correction window. Therefore, candidates must fill all the details in the application form cautiously. Soon after the commencement of the TANCET registration, Anna University facilitates a window to rectify errors in the documents uploaded. Anna University frequently releases the application status PDF during the registration window is live. This PDF comprises the list of applicants whose forms are being kept on hold due to errors in the uploaded documents. Such candidates need to login using the credentials to upload the images with correct specifications.

No. TANCET application fee is payable in an online mode. Candidates who complete the TANCET registration can pay the application fee via debit card, credit card, or internet banking services. The application fee for TANCET exam varies across categories. In the 2023 session, reserved category candidates had to pay INR 500 as the application fee. On the contrary, the TANCET 2023 application fee paid by the unreserved category candidates was INR 1,000. Anna University may make changes in the application fee for TANCET 2024. any changes in the TANCET registration fee are notified along with the release of information bulletin at TANCET. Annauniv. Edu.

TANCET exam is conducted for MBA and MCA admission. More than 25,000 candidates take the TANCET exam for MBA admission. The sections vary for MBA and MCA exams. The space below mention the TANCET MBA exam pattern:

• Mode of TANCET exam: Offline, OMR based
• Type of questions: Objective type
• Number of questions: 100
• Number of sections: 5
• Exam duration: 120 minutes
• Maximum marks: 100
• Marks for correct response: 1 mark
• Mark down for incorrect response: 1/4 mark
• Exam medium: English

The TANCET MBA syllabus is based on five sections. The sections for TANCET MBA exam include:

• Business Situations
• Reading Comprehension
• Quantitative Ability
• Data Sufficiency
• English Usage

All sections in the TANCET exam have equal weightage.

Anna University conducts TANCET exam in an offline mode. The offline centre based exam has objective type questions to be answered on an OMR sheet. OMR or Optical Mark Recognition sheet acknowledges human-created marks on a specially printed paper. OMR sheets are commonly used in surveys, exams, etc.

Anna University evaluates the responses by all the candidates using the OMR device which scans the sheet after reflecting a light. The OMR device looks at the contrasting reflectivity of the light at certain positions on the form. Shaded areas on the form will reflect less light. Therefore, the shaded blocks are detected as the response from the test-taker.

As per the TANCET exam pattern, the exam has five sections compiling 100 questions. The total duration to answers all these 100 MCQs is 120 minutes. It is up to the test take to decide how much time he/she should allocate to each section. Since there is no pre-define sectional time limit, candidates can over across questions as well as sections. Although there is no sectional time limit, candidates must not forget that the weightage of questions and marks in each section is similar. Therefore, all five sections hold equal significance. It is crucial to allocate time to each section based on the candidates individual comfort and preparation. Candidates must keep the total time duration of the exam in mind and the time they need to answers questions from the next section of TANCET exam.

TANCET exam does not have any descriptive type questions. All the questions in the TANCET question paper are objective type questions, also known as Multiple Choice Questions. Anna University design the TANCET test paper to ask questions with four answers options. Out of these four options, one answers is correct, while other three answers are incorrect. Candidates have to choose the right answers to fetch 1 mark. For every incorrect response, candidates will get a education of 1/3 marks. All 100 questions in the TANCET exam are objective type.

The syllabus for the TANCET MCA exam can be classified into three sections, which are as follows:

1. Quantitative Aptitude includes questions on the Number System the HCF LCM, percentages, ratios, averages, linear equations, logarithms, series, and progressions, simple and compound interest, profit and loss, time, speed, and distance, mixtures and allegations, quadratic equations, the binomial theorem, Statistics and indices, functions, and inequalities are among the topics covered in this section. 
2. Analytical and Logical Reasoning: In this section, selections, coding and decoding, direction sense, blood relations, linear and circular arrangements, series, analogies, decision-making, binary logic, syllogisms, and puzzles are covered.
3. Computer Awareness: Questions are asked regarding the background of computers, memory, computer organisation, input-output tools, computer hardware, controls, basic terminology, internet and protocol knowledge, network fundamentals, computer abbreviations, security tools, shortcuts, and computer algorithms.

The TANCET exam has five sections, namely,

1. Business Situations 
2. Reading Comprehension
3. Quantitative Ability
4. Data Sufficiency
5. English Usage

As per the TANCET exam pattern, a total of 100 questions are asked collectively from all sections of the TANCET exam. All five section of TANCET MBA exam have equal weightage. Therefore, candidates have to answer a total of 20 questions, irrespective of the section. Since all sections of the TANCET exam have equal weightage, candidates must take all sections seriously. Each section of TANCET exam holds identical importance.

Here are some tips on how to improve reading comprehension skills for MBA exam preparation:

1. Read regularly
2. Summarize what you read
3. Reach out mentors for help
4. Practice using sample papers and mock tests
5. Pay attention to the author's purpose
6. Identify the main idea of each paragraph
7. Look for clues to the author's tone.
8. Is the author being serious, humorous, or sarcastic?
9. Read between the lines. What is the author not saying? What are they implying?

By following the above mentioned tips, one can improve their reading comprehension skills and increase their chances of success on the MBA exam.

TANCET exam for MBA admission have five sections. Each section of the TANCET exam have an equal weightage. Anna University provides 20 per cent weightage to all five sections of the exam. Eacg section has 20 questions, collectively taking the question count to 100. The sections in the TANCET MBA exam include:

• Business Situations
• Reading Comprehension
• Quantitative Ability
• Data Sufficiency
• English Usage

Since all the sections of the TANCET exam have equal weightage, candidates provide equal importance to all five sections. Any of the section may lead to act as an advantage in pulling the overall score of the candidate.

CAT is a national level exam for MBA admission, while TANCET is a state level exam for MBA admission. Syllabus for both CAT and TANCET are on a similar lies with slight changes in the sections. TANCET exam includes an additional section for Business Situation analysis. Candidates who have prepared for CAT exams section, including DILR, VARC, and QA, need a minimal study plan to prepare for TANCET. Candidates who took the CAT exam must drive deeper into the section for analysis of business situations. Study material, including books, question type remains similar for CAT and TANCET exam.

Practising mock tests for CAT and TANCET must be done individual as the difficult standards, exam duration, number of questions and other elements of test pattern will vary. Mock test will provide a better understanding of taking TANCET and CAT exam.

TANCET 2024 was held on March 9 in an offline mode. Whereas, TANCET 2023 exam was conducted on March 25 in an offline mode. Initially, Anna University notified the exam date for TANCET 2023 as February 25 and 26. However, later, a change in exam name for engineering courses was seen, which led to postponement of the TANCET exam date. TANCET M.Tech exam is now known as CEETA PG. However, the website for both TANCET and CEETA PG remains the same, TANCET. Annauniv. Edu.

There are several study materials available for TANCET exam preparation. Here are a few of the best study resources available online and offline: SURA'S TANCET MBA Entrance Exam book has a holistic topic coverage for all sections of TANCET MBA exam. Candidates can buy the book online or offline. Candidates can also enrol for a TANCET exam course offered by coaching institutes for complete exam guide with recommended books, doubt sessions and mock tests. In addition to the best books for TANCET preparation, candidates may come across other resources available for TANCET exam preparation. Several practice tests, study guides, and other helpful materials are available online as well as offline at the coaching institutes.

TANCET question papers or mock tests are simulation of the actual exam. Candidates will come across questions and test structure similar to that followed in any of the exam. Candidates must analyse where they lag while practising the past years TANCET question papers. If they find any particular topic difficult they must revisit the same before it gets too late. In case the candidates know the answers to all the questions yet are not able to complete the exam on time, they must work on some strategies to increase the speed. Candidates must keep a check on which questions they consumed the most time and which questions they were not able to answers to know their weaknesses.

TANCET scores are valid for a period of one year. Candidates aspiring for admission in 2024-25 exam session can only use the TANCET 2024 scores for admission. Candidates who wish for an MBA Admission in any of the TANCET participating colleges in 2025-26 batch must appear for TANCET 2025. Irrespective of the 2024 score, DTE Tamil Nadu will not consider the TANCET 2024 scores for 2025 admission. Similarly, candidates planning to apply for MBA Admission in 2025-26 batch, must apply for the TANCET 2025 exam.

Directorate of Technical Education, Chennai, only considers TANCET percentile score. TANCET actual score is calculated by allotting 1 mark each for the correct response and deducting 1/3 mark for each incorrect response. The actual score can be converted into a percentile score after evaluating the total test takers with an actual score that is less than a particular test taker. For example, Mohan has an actual score of 59 marks, and 95% of the total test takers secured an actual score below 59. In such a case, the percentile score of Mohan will be 95. Similarly, if 98% of the test takers had secured an actual score less than 59, Mohan would get 98 as his percentile score in TANCET exam. Further, DTE allots TANCET rank based on the percentile score of the test taker eligible for the counselling process.

TANCET results will host the actual score of the candidate so that he/she can analyse the individual performance. Whereas, TANCET scorecard will not have actual score. With percentile score in the TANCET scorecard, candidates will be able to display his/her relative performance. This would help in evaluating performance of the candidate in comparison to the other test takers.

Typically, Anna University releases the TANCET scorecard a week after the declaration of the TANCET results. Candidates need to download the TANCET scorecard to participate in the further admission processes; however, TANCET results need not be saved for future references.

Anna University releases the TANCET results within a month of the exam date. In the past sessions as well, Anna University has released the TANCET results nearly a month after the exam was held. The table below mentions the past year's exam date and result date.

Exam Year	Exam Date	Result Date
2022	May 14 & 15	June 9
2023	March 24 & 25	April 14
2024	March 9 & 10	March 28
2025	March 22 & 23	April 23

Soon after the release of the TANCET results, Anna University schedules the release of TANCET scorecard. Candidates can download the TANCET scorecard using the same link within a specified period. After closing of the window to download the scorecard, candidates have to pay a processing fee to get the duplicate TANCET scorecard. TANCET scorecard and hall ticket is required at the time of document verification.

TANCET counselling process commences soon after the scorecard download window is closed. Typically, the counselling process for TANCET MBA admission commences within a month of the scorecard download window close date. In the past exam session, i.e. TANCET 2023 counselling, TANCET scorecard download window was closed on May 20 and the counselling process commenced on June 1. Unlike the exam events, candidates can find the TANCET counselling schedule on the Tamil Nadu MBA web counselling portal. Alternatively, GCT, Coimbatore releases the TANCET counselling press release mentioning the start date and end dates. Candidates can stay tuned to Shiksha's TANCET counselling webpage for current status of the TANCET counselling.

Directorate of Technical Education, Chennai, conducts the TANCET counselling online. However, the Certificate verification round is conducted offline. Candidates completing the counselling registration are allotted a centre to appear for the Certificate verification round. During the document verification, officials at the centre will verify the documents, including the TANCET scorecard, and hall ticket. Candidates failing to produce any of the mandatory documents are not considered for the rank allotment. Further, such candidates are not allowed to participate in the choice filling process under TANCET counselling.

Candidates are allotted a seat during TANCET counselling based on the following reservation criteria:

• Open Competition (OC): 31%
• Backward Classes (BC): 26.5%
• Most Backward Class and Identified Communities: 20%
• SC (Arunthathiyar): 3%
• Scheduled Caste: 15%
• Scheduled Tribes: 1%
• Backward Class Muslims: 3.5%

The reservation criteria mentioned above was followed during the Tamil Nadu MBA Admission 2023. DTE, Chennai, will release the updated reservation criteria along with the TANCET counselling brochure 2024.

Stay tuned to shiksha for real-time updates on TANCET counselling and TN MBA admission.

Directorate of Technical Education, Chennai, conducts TANCET counselling in a single round, known as TANCET general counselling round. Seats that remain vacant after the TANCET general counselling are filled using the supplementary counselling round. DTE conducts the TANCET supplementary counselling in an offline mode. DTE releases the vacant seat report after the TANCET general counselling to fill the seats using supplementary counselling. Candidates who do not have any allotment from the general counselling round are allowed to participate in the TANCET supplementary counselling round. Additionally, candidates who wish for an upgrade in the allotted seat can participate in the supplementary counselling round. Candidates who did not participate in the choice filling process; however, have an eligible TANCET rank can participate in the supplementary counselling round.