Colleges in Thanjavur

Yes, you may be eligible for admission to the CSE/ECE branch at SASTRA Thanjavur/Kumbakonam campus with 969 marks in +2 grade and 62% in JEE Mains if you meet the following requirements: 

You passed the +2 exam with a minimum aggregate of 60% in Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry/Bio-Technology/Computer Science/Biology

You took the JEE Main exam

You are not more than 20 years of age as of August 1, 2025

SASTRA calculates its own ranks for admission based on +2 marks and JEE (Main) scores. Applicants are advised to submit their JEE scores even if they are not qualified for the Advanced or they don't have the cut-off prescribed by MHRD

PR Engineering College (PREC) in Thanjavur is known for having a dedicated and experienced faculty. The college strives to maintain a good balance between academic qualifications and practical industry experience in its teaching staff. Many of the faculty members hold advanced degrees (M.Tech, Ph.D.) and have expertise in their respective fields. Additionally, they are committed to providing quality education and supporting students in research, projects, and internships.

While the quality of teaching can vary from department to department, overall, PREC aims to offer a supportive learning environment with a focus on academic excellence. It's always a good idea to connect with current students or alumni for first-hand feedback on faculty experience and teaching quality.

If you are on a merit rank of 6000 for both Stream 1 and Stream 2 of SASTRA then your chances would depend on the programme and branch one is applying for. In past testing SASTRA University has admitted students with ranks below 8000-10000 in Stream 1 & 5000-7000 in Stream 2. Till date, the university has provided nearly 2400 seats in various streams of B.Tech. The details of the fee structure of B.Tech programme in SASTRA University are as follows: It approximately costs from one Lacs sixty thousand to two Lacs for each B.Tech programme per year. However, a rank of 6000 will definitely be competitive and though the candidate will meet all the requirements of the eligibility criteria, he may still not be selected for admission because of other reasons.

However, candidates can get admission to SASTRA University for various courses except in B Tech course without JEE scores as the university accepts other entrance tests and 12 standard marks. Currently if your AIR is 12000 and TNR rank in stream 2 is 4839, then probabilities depend on the course and branch chosen. Different B.Tech courses are provided in SASTRA University and the intake fees vary between INR 1,60000 to INR 200000 per annum. The university also provides scholarships for deserving students, the best students are offered full tuition fees exemptions. In this case, this means that even if there is a meeting of the eligibility, there is no guarantee of being given the admission.