Annamalai University

Both Annamalai University and Chennai Institute of Technology are good options to pursue ME/MTech. However, in terms of affordability,  Annamalai University is more affordable since the tuition fees to pursue ME/MTech at Annamalai University range from INR 50,000 to INR 1.1 lakh, and the tuition fee to pursue ME/MTech at Chennai Institute of Technology is INR 1.6 lakh.

Note: The fee mentioned above is as per the official sources. However, it is indicative and subject to change.

As per Annamalai University's NIRF report 2024, the university was able to place 18 M.Tech students during the placement drive held in 2023. Moreover, the report states that the median package for MTech courses stood at INR 4.28 LPA. 

Other than this, Cognizant, IBM, TCS, Wipro, HCL, EY, and WNS are some of the top recruiters who have actively participated in the past AU placements.

Yes, Annamalai University provides multiple scholarships for its students pursuing an ME degree from the university. Check out the below list to know all the scholarships available for students to avail:

• Tuition Fee Concession to SC/ST and Converted Christian Students
• Ishan Uday Scholarship
• Minority Scholarship
• Higher Education Special Scholarship
• BC/MBC/DNC Scholarship
• Fee Concession to Blind Student

Yes, Annamalai University ME graduates are eligible to apply for various jobs in the public sector. Some of the reputed government companies to work for include Indian Railways, ONGC, BHEL, ISRO,  and others. Listed below are some of the prospective government jobs along with their average salaries:

• VLSI Design Engineer: INR 8 LPA
• Software Engineer: INR 7 LPA to INR 8 LPA
• Developer: NR 6 LPA to INR 11 LPA
• Research Assistant: INR 5 LPA to INR 7 LPA

Note: The above-mentioned are industry-based average payouts. The actual salary may differ.

After filling out the Annamalai University ME application form, students must participate in the CEETA PG counselling process. The fee to apply for counselling is INR 400 + 18% GST for SC/SCA/ST of Tamil Nadu and INR 800 + 18% GST for other candidates. During the counselling, the seats are allocated based on CEETA PG scores.

All candidates seeking admission to the Annamalai University ME programme must apply for the CEETA PG exam. The fee to apply for the exam is as follows:

Note: The above-mentioned application fees is as per official sources. However, it is subject to change.

While filling out the Annamalai University ME application form, students are required to upload various academic and personal documents. Candidates interested in applying can check out the below list to know the required documents:

• Class 10 and 12 marksheets
• UG degree
• Caste certificate
• Income certificate (for EWS category students)
• ID Proof
• Passport-size photographs
• Digital signature

All candidates seeking admission to the Annamalai University ME programme are required to submit an application form. The form enquires about general details such as academic qualifications, address, contact details, etc. The steps to be followed are as follows:

1. Go to the official website and click on the 'Admission Open' button.

2. Register as new candidates.

3. Log in to the student account and fill out the application form.

4. Pay the application fee.

5. Upload all the required documents.

6. Click on the submit now button.