TANCET Exam Pattern 2026: Check Section-wise Latest Paper Format
Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test 2026 ( TANCET )
TANCET 2026 Exam Pattern: The conducting body of TANCET 2026, Anna University, has released the TANCET exam pattern. TANCET pattern for MBA is different from MCA; therefore, Anna University conducts the exam for MBA and MCA in two separate shifts. TANCET exam is conducted every year for MBA and MCA courses. The exam pattern of TANCET MBA 2026 is on similar lines to the previous session. Anna University will conduct TANCET 2026 in a pen-pencil based mode, or the offline mode.
As per the TANCET 2026 MBA exam pattern, the question paper will have five sections, namely, Analysis of Business Situations, Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Ability, Data Sufficiency and English Usage. Each section will have 20 questions. Candidates need to answer questions from all the sections within a two-hour duration. Read this article further to get more details on TANCET exam pattern 2026.
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- TANCET Exam Pattern 2026
- TANCET Exam Pattern 2026: Sectional Insights
- TANCET 2026 Marking Scheme
- TANCET 2026 Syllabus: Important Topics
- TANCET Exam Preparation 2026
- FAQs on TANCET Exam Pattern
TANCET Exam Pattern 2026
Check the table below to know the TANCET 2026 exam pattern for MBA and MCA courses:
| TANCET Exam Pattern |
Details |
|---|---|
| Exam mode |
Offline |
| Total questions |
100 |
| TANCET MBA sections |
5 (Business Situations, Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Ability, Data Sufficiency and English Usage) |
| TANCET MCA sections |
4 (Quantitative Aptitude, Analytical Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Computer Awareness ) |
| Section-wise question weightage (MBA) |
20 per section |
| Section-wise question weightage (MCA) |
25 per section |
| Duration of test |
2 hours |
| Marks per correct response |
+1 mark |
| Negative marks |
-1/4 for each incorrect response |
| Medium |
English |
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TANCET Exam Pattern 2026: Sectional Insights
The table below mentions the key insights of the TANCET MBA exam sections:
| Sections |
Details |
|---|---|
| Business Situations |
This section assesses the candidates’ ability to analyse a given set of data critically and apply the data in making business decisions |
| Reading Comprehension |
This section tests the candidates’ based on their ability to answer questions on the given passages in English |
| Quantitative Ability |
This section evaluates the candidates’ skill in solving mathematical problems |
| Data Sufficiency |
This section analyses the candidates’ ability to solve data-based questions and knowledge of mathematics |
| English Usage |
This section aims to test the candidates’ knowledge of English Language and its usage, Grammar and Punctuation. |
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The table below mentions the key insights of the TANCET MCA exam sections
| Sections |
Details |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Ability |
This section evaluates the candidates’ skill in solving mathematical problems |
| Analytical reasoning | This section evaluates a candidate's ability to study information and draw inferences from the given pattern |
| Logical Reasoning |
This section assesses candidates ability to logically work through concepts and problems |
| Computer Awareness |
This section evaluates the candidate's knowledge of Computer |
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TANCET 2026 Marking Scheme
Space below has the TANCET 2026 MBA marking scheme:
- The TANCET question paper have 100 questions.
- Candidates need to choose one correct answer option out of four options.
- For every correct answer, candidates will score 1 mark.
- For each wrong answer, 1/4 marks will be deducted
- If any candidate selects multiple options as the answer, it will be treated as the wrong answer and 1/3 mark will be deducted for this.
- No marks will be deducted for the questions left unanswered.
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TANCET 2026 Syllabus: Important Topics
Candidates are advised to cover the following topics of the TANCET syllabus as most of the questions asked are based on these.
| Sections | Topics |
|---|---|
| Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry & Mensuration, Calculus, Differential Equation, Probability and Statistics |
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| Passages followed by a set of questions |
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| Synonyms, Antonyms, Fill in the blanks, Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentence Corrections, Idioms, Cloze Test, One Word Substitution |
|
| Number systems, Data Interpretation (Pie Chart, Line Graph, Bar Graph and Tables), questions in the form of Statements |
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TANCET Exam Preparation 2026
Candidates need around three to four months for TANCET preparation. the first step for TANCET exam preparation must be obtaining the knowledge for TANCET exam pattern and syllabus. Good TANCET preparation plan will require candidates to complete the syllabus, and then practise the previous year question papers, and appear for mock tests.
Candidates can check the below mentioned points to plan their TANCET preparation 2026:
- Check TANCET pattern syllabus for important topics and exam structure
- Clear concepts using the recommended TANCET study materials
- Know strong and weak topics from TANCET syllabus.
- Take regular mock tests and solve previous years' questions
- Plan the exam day strategy
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FAQs on TANCET Exam Pattern
Here are some of the frequently asked questions related to TANCET exam pattern.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 4 weeks ago
Some of the factors that lead to determination of TANCET cutoff scores include the number of seats available for admission, difficulty level of exam, previous cutoff trends, number of test takers, performance of test takers, among other factors.
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Beginner-Level 5
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TANCET counselling is conducted by GCT Coimbatore. DTE, Tamil Nadu has allocatted the responsibility for TANCET counselling to GCT, Coimbatore. Candidates will have to participate in the centralised counselling process for TANCET based admissions.
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Beginner-Level 5
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The last date for TANCET exam registration is expected to lie around 20-30 days after the start date. Therefore, if the registration starts in January, candidates can expect the last date to apply for TANCET exam to be in the month of February. The timeline for TANCET registration is notified with t
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Beginner-Level 5
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No, there is no facility for revaluation in TANCET exam. The results declared by Anna University are final and will be considered for admissions in Tamil Nadu. Anna University will not entertain any requests for revaluation and rechecking of the TANCET answer sheet.
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Beginner-Level 5
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TANCET exam has objective type questions, this means that each question will have four options. Candidates have to choose one correct answer option for the question in the TANCET exam.
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 4 weeks ago
TANCET exam is conducted once every year. Candidates aiming for admissions via TANCET in current year must appear for the current cycle of the TANCET exam. In case of change in the TANCET exam frequency, Anna University will notify the details on teh official website and the infoirmation brochure.
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Beginner-Level 5
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TANCET scores remain valid for a period of one admission cycle. Candidates appearing for the TANCET exam in this year can only get admission in the current admission cycle.
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Beginner-Level 5
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Yes, TANCET exam consists of negative marking. For each incorrect response candidates face a penalty of 1/3 mark. Therefore, candidates must avoid guesswork while answering questions in the TANCET exam.
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Beginner-Level 5
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TANCET exam details are released around the month of January every year. Candidates find the start dare for the TANCET registration along with the TANCET syllabus, infomation brochure, and exam date. Additionally, the TANCET website mentions the notification release date beforehand. TANCET notificat
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Beginner-Level 5
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TANCET ranks are allotted based on the marks of the candidates. All candidates with a TANCET Bscore who get their documents verified before the counselling process will be placed in the TANCET rank list. the highest scorer in the TANCET exam who will get the documents verified will get first rank in
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