Mechanical Engineering

Check out the college predictor like shiksha college predictor as it will help you a lot in choosing your college:
https://www.shiksha.com/b-tech/resources/jee-mains-college-predictor

Both these institutions are highly reputed in India. So you can pursue it from any of these. The only thing is SASTRA University has more fees as it is a deemed university. So if you can afford it then it is better.
For Anna University your board examination marks are enough but for SASTRA your JEE marks will also be considered (if appeared only).

Hi,
The admission is also dependent on your caste. If you belong to general category, then your cut off should be at least 198 or above. For BC, you need to have a cut off of 196 or above.
For MBC, you need to have 190 and above.
For SC it is 185 and above and for ST it is 180 and above.
These are for CEG campus only. If you have a good cut off then you can get the other colleges under Anna University.

First check the college predictor application like Shiksha's college predictor.

Apply ASAP. Call the admission team at 02114399500/17/08 for guidance.

If there are no personal constraints, lateral entry BTech in 2nd year is the best option for higher studies. It will open door of opportunities and provide career growth.