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Anna University Admission 2026: Last Date to Apply, Courses, Fees, Eligibility, Application

Q: What is the fees at Anna University?

Anna University fees is different for each programme and specialisation. The total fees include different components. Students can pay the fees online/ offline. The amount is as below for top programmes: Courses Total Tuition Fee BPlan INR 48,000 BArch INR 1.5 Lacs - INR 7.2 lakh MBA INR 35,000 - INR 5.9 lakh MCA INR 35,000 - INR 1.9 lakh MTech INR 32,000 - INR 7.8 lakh M.Arch INR 50,000 - INR 2.6 lakh MSc INR 32,000

Q: Who is eligible for Anna University admission?

Students have to meet the Anna University course eligibility to get admission. The selection criteria is different for each programme. The common eligibility is as below: Anna University UG eligibility - Class 12 with relevant subjects Anna University PG eligibility - UG degree in a relevant stream Anna University PhD eligibility - PG degree in a relevant field

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Anna University Admissions
What's new?

Anna University Madras admissions 2026 are ongoing for certain courses. A few more updates are as follows:

The university has started the counselling process for PG courses.
The TNEA 2026 Round 1 choice filling window for admission to the BE/ BTech course is open till Jul 22, 2026.
Counselling registration for TANCET 2026 for admission to MBA and MCA programs has been closed. The round 1 choice filling for the MCA program will begin on Jul 25, 2026, while for the MBA program it will begin on Jul 30, 2026.

Anna University Admissions

Table of contents

Anna University Admission Overview 2026
Anna University Eligibility & Selection 2026
Anna University Admission Process 2026
Anna University NIRF Ranking
Anna University Application Process 2026
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Anna University Admission Overview 2026

Anna University admission is mainly entrance-based. The university offers more than 50 courses at UG, PG, PhD, and Diploma levels. These are offered under different streams, such as Engineering, Management, Law, Design, etc. These courses are offered at the Anna University campus under eight faculties. BTech, MBA, MTech and MCA are the flagship courses at Anna University. Apart from the full-time programmes, it also offers distance learning courses through its Centre for Distance Education. Anna University selects students through entrance test + counselling basis for most of the programmes. For UG programmes, TNEA is required, while TANCET/ CEETA PG is required for PG admissions. Interested students can go through the following sections to know all about the eligibility and admission process for Anna University.

Commonly asked questions

Q: Are admissions open at Anna University?

Anna University admissions are likely to start soon. Interested students can apply online. The university offers UG, PG, and PhD programmes. It will post the admission notice at the website. To know more, students can check the official page of Anna University.

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Q: How do I get admission to Anna University?

To get admission in Anna University, students have to check the eligibility first. Eligible students can then apply online. The university offers both merit and entrance-based admissions. Students have to submit entrance test scores and participate in counselling. Selected students have to pay the admission fees.

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Q: Can I get direct admission at Anna University?

Most courses are not offered directly into Anna University, in that the process of admission is very competitive. Some of the categories such as management quota or sponsored seats might however provide other forms of admission.

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Q: Is MIT, Anna University expensive?

Madras Institute of Technology is not very expensive. For BTech the total course fee is INR 2 lakh. For MTech, the fee is INR 50,000.

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Anna University Eligibility & Selection 2026

Anna University course admissions are given to eligible students who meet the preset admission criteria. The university offers UG courses, such as BE/BTech, BSc + MSc, etc. At the PG level, the university also offers multiple courses such as ME/MTech, MBA, MCA, etc. Students looking for course admission must meet the eligibility set by the university. The selection process is different for each programme. The common eligibility is as below:

Anna University UG admissions require students to pass Class 12 with relevant subjects
Anna University PG admissions require students to complete UG degree from a recognised university
Anna University PhD admissions require students to complete PG degree from a recognised university

To shortlist students, the university considers national and state-level entrance tests. Seats are offered through counselling process, such as TNEA. Check the table below to know the eligibility and selection criteria for some of the popular Anna University courses:

Courses	Eligibility Criteria	Selection Criteria
BE/BTech	Class 12 from a recognised board with PCM with an aggregate of 45%	Class 12 marks + TNEA
BArch	Class 12 from a recognised board with PCM with an aggregate of 45%	NATA
MBA/ PGDM	Bachelor’s degree with a minimum aggregate of 50%	TANCET + PI
MCA	Bachelor’s degree with a minimum aggregate of 50%	TANCET
ME/ MTech	BE/BTech degree in the relevant specialisation with a minimum aggregate of 50%	GATE/ TANCET/ CEETA PG + CEAP counselling
M.Arch	BArch with a minimum aggregate of 50%	GATE/ TANCET/ CEETA PG
PhD	Master's degree with a minimum aggregate of 55%	UGC NET/ CSIR NET/ JRF/ Written Test + PI

Commonly asked questions

Q: What is the fees at Anna University?

Anna University fees is different for each programme and specialisation. The total fees include different components. Students can pay the fees online/ offline. The amount is as below for top programmes:

Courses	Total Tuition Fee
BPlan	INR 48,000
BArch	INR 1.5 Lacs - INR 7.2 lakh
MBA	INR 35,000 - INR 5.9 lakh
MCA	INR 35,000 - INR 1.9 lakh
MTech	INR 32,000 - INR 7.8 lakh
M.Arch	INR 50,000 - INR 2.6 lakh
MSc	INR 32,000

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Q: Who is eligible for Anna University admission?

Students have to meet the Anna University course eligibility to get admission. The selection criteria is different for each programme. The common eligibility is as below:

Anna University UG eligibility - Class 12 with relevant subjects
Anna University PG eligibility - UG degree in a relevant stream
Anna University PhD eligibility - PG degree in a relevant field

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Q: What is the TANCET Counselling process?

Directorate of Technical Education, Chennai, the conducting body of TANCET Counselling conducts the process online. The TANCET counseling process involves several steps with a physical document verification round. Step-wise process for TANCET counseling is as follows:

Counselling Registration
Publication of TANCET rank list
Choice filling
Publication of tentative allotment
Confirming tentative allotment
Publication of provisional allotment
Supplementary counseling round
SCA to SC counseling

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Anna University Admission Process 2026

Anna University admission starts with an eligibility check. Eligible students can then apply online or offline. The university offers entrance-based admissions. Students have to go through application, selection, counselling, and admission confirmation. The Anna University admission process is as below:

Anna University Application 2026

Students seeking admission to Anna University must submit the online application form for the desired course at annauniv.edu. The application process is conducted in online mode.

Anna University Selection & Release of Merit List

After the application window is closed, students are required to go through the course-specific entrance exam, followed by other selection rounds (if applicable). For some courses, national-level exam scores are accepted. After the selection rounds are over, course-wise merit lists are released on the official website of the university. For UG programmes, TNEA is required, while TANCET/ CEETA PG is required for PG admissions.

Counselling/ Personal Interview

For courses like MTech and MBA, candidates have to go through a round of counselling and an interview, respectively. Only selected candidates can participate in these rounds.

Admission Confirmation at Anna University

Post the selection rounds, selected students can submit Anna University fee and confirm their admission.

Anna University Fee Refund Policy 2026

Anna University offers fee refund according to the time of withdrawal of admission. Check below guidelines of Anna University fee refund criteria:

At the time of Online Counseling, the candidates have to pay a certain amount as initial deposit. The Initial Deposit will be adjusted against the Tuition Fee
If an applicant declines admission after the publication of Tentative Allotment OR an applicant who is not allotted a Branch during Provisional Allotment shall be eligible for 100% Refund of the Initial Deposit
If a candidate does not join the Branch offerred in University Department of Anna University after Provisional Allotment and seeks refund, only the 80% of the initial amount paid will be refunded.
The Eligible Refund Amount will be Credited to the Bank Account of the Applicant Only. Students must upload the copy of first page bank passbook, which is in the name of the Applicant.

Commonly asked questions
On Admissions

Q: Is Class 12 marks enough for Anna University admission?

For Anna University undergraduate courses, the minimum eligibility requirement is to pass Class 12 with a minimum aggregate of 45% (40% for SC/ ST candidates). However, Class 12 marks is not enough to apply for Anna University UG courses such as BE/ BTech. For Anna University BTech admission, candidates are also required to appear for TNEA counselling process. Basis of which Anna University will allocate the seats for BTech admission. For TNEA counselling, the University will consider the Class 12 marks. For Anna University PG admission, the minimum eligibility requirement is to have a graduation degree from a recognised board with a minimum aggregate of 50%.

Q: What is the admission process at Anna University?

To get admission to Anna University, candidates need to apply through the Single Window Admission System. their higher secondary marks are scaled to 200 to determine your rank. Based on your rank, a merit list is released. Admission counseling is conducted according to the rankings.

Q: Can an average student get admission in Anna University?

Yes, an average student can get admission in Anna University. The college offers UG, PG, and Diploma-level programmes. Anna University admissions are entrance + counselling-based to some courses. Interested students can first check the eligibility and prepare for course admission. With the correct strategy, even an average student can get admission in the university.

Q: Can I get into SSN or Anna University with a score of 72 percentile in TANCET?

Yes, you can easily get admission Based on the information you have given, you get admission to SSN College or ANNA University. However, you can use the Shiksha platform's TANCET College Predictor 2026. To get more details based on courses, fees, etc. , here you need to enter your TANCET score or percentile and category to get recommendations of possible good colleges. The Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test TANCET is conducted by Anna University, Chennai on behalf of the Government of Tamil Nadu, for admission to various postgraduate courses such as MBA, MCA, ME, MTech, etc.

Anna University BTech Admission 2026

3376 courses 3 - 5 years

Admission procedure to Anna University BTech and BE courses occurs under the TNEA counselling procedure that is usually based on Class 12 marks. Entrance exam is not taken and seat allotment will be on the basis of rank list of TNEA. Anna University offers BTech course in different specialisations, such as AI and Data Science, CSE, Biotechnology, etc. Directorate of Technical Education, Tamil Nadu organizes TNEA. In the case of BE part-time courses there is not any other admission criteria, but there is straight merit admission based on past academics. T be eligible, students must pass Class 12 in Science stream, including Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/ Biology/ Biotechnology/ IT, with a minimum aggregate of 45%.

Note: Students may apply for BTech at Anna University-affiliated colleges with valid score in JEE Main, or other national level exams.

Seat Intake221809

Total Tuition Fees₹ 8K - 13L

Eligibility Criteria

10+2 with 45% aggregate
Accepting Exams: JEE Main, CBSE 12th, ISC, Tamilnadu 12th, MPBSE 12th, ICSE, CBSE 10th, Tamilnadu 10th, TANCET

Commonly asked questions
On B.E. / B.Tech Admissions

Q: Is there any entrance exam for BTech at Anna University?

Anna University BTech admission is based on the TNEA counselling round. For Anna University BE admission also, candidates need to appear for the TNEA counselling. TNEA written exam has been scrapped and the counselling is based on Class 12 marks. Anna University allocates seats on the basis of the TNEA rank list.TNEA is conducted by the Directorate of Technical Education, Tamil Nadu to offer admissions to candidates in various engineering colleges in the state of Tamil Nadu.

Q: What is the cut off of Anna University for MBA admission?

The Anna University MBA cutoff 2025 varies for different colleges, rounds, and categories. The MBA course is offered via affiliated colleges of Anna University, wherein the last round cutoff score for MBA admission stood at 5641 for Selvam Educational Institutions, 5632 for Nehru Institute of Information Technology and Management and 5615 for M.A.M. Business School, Tiruchirappalli, for the students belonging to the General AI quota.

Q: Is TNEA counselling compulsory for BTech admission at Anna University?

At Anna University TNEA counselling is needed to get admission in BTech. It is the single medium by which students can get inducted into BTech/BE programs. Scores given in 12th PCM are taken into consideration in the process of counselling. The reservation of seats is only done on merit and category.

Q: What is the Anna University CSE cutoff?

The university is set to release 2026 cutoff soon. Until then, students can check the previous year cutoff for CSE. Anna University CSE cutoff 2025 was released for various All India and Home State quota categories. For the General HS category, the overall Anna University Andhra Pradesh EAMCET cutoff 2025 ranged from 18805 to 19834. Students can refer to the table below to know the cutoff range for other catgories and quotas.

Category	Anna University cutoff 2025 for CSE
Home State Category
General	18805 - 19834
SC	67415 - 71992
ST	90369 - 78519
EWS	21873 - 20668
PWD	156248 - 20098
All India Category
ST	32543 - 37336
EWS	7289 - 12177

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Anna University MBA Admission 2026

292 courses 2 - 5 years

Anna University conducts the TANCET exam for admission to MBA Under the stream of Management, the University offers a two-year full-time MBA course at the postgraduate level. For admission to MBA at Anna Univeristy applicants are requested to visit the official website of the University. To be eligible, students must have a graduation degree with 50%.

Seat Intake22906

Total Tuition Fees₹ 35K - 7.4L

Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate Degree with 45% aggregate
10+2 with 50% aggregate
Accepting Exams: MAT, ATMA, XAT, TANCET, CAT, CMAT, TANCET MBA, CBSE 12th, ISC, Tamilnadu 12th

Dates & Events

Dates	Upcoming Events
23 Jul '26	MAH MBA CAP 2026 Provisional Merit List
25 Jul '26 - 27 Jul '26	TANCET MCA Choice Filling 2026
28 Jul '26	MAH MBA CAP 2026 Final Merit List
30 Jul '26 - 2 Aug '26	TANCET MBA Choice Filling 2026
19 Jul '26 - 3 Aug '26	ATMA registration 2026 (Aug)Ongoing

Dates	Past Events
16 Jul '26 - 20 Jul '26	TANCET grievances redressal for rank list
3 Jul '26 - 20 Jul '26	MAH MBA CAP 2026 Registration Document Verification
2 Jul '26 - 19 Jul '26	MAH MBA CAP 2026 Registration

Commonly asked questions
On MBA/PGDM Admissions

Q: Does Anna University accept CAT scores for MBA?

No, Anna University's admission to the MBA course is not based on CAT scores. Admission to the Anna university Chennai MBA course is based on Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test (TANCET). Anna University itself conducts the state-level entrance exam to admit students to several postgraduate courses such as MBA, ME/ MTech, MPlan and MCA. As per the latest update, Anna University is expected to release the TANCET result in April.

Q: How can I get an MBA seat at Anna University?

To apply for the Anna University MBA course, students must register themselves online by visiting the official site of the university. The next step is to fill out the application form & appear for the entrance test. Based on the marks secured in TANCET, the University will release a merit list of selected students to appear for the TANCET counselling process. Basis of the candidate's performance in the counselling round, the final list will be prepared by the University to pay the admission fee & confirm the seats.

Q: I have scored less than 50% in graduation. Can I get admission for an MBA in Anna University?

Candidates seeking MBA admission at Anna University must meet the eligibility criteria prescribed by the university. The university's MBA eligibility criteria require an applicant to have scored at least 50% in their bachelor's degree. Hence, a candidate scoring less than 50% is not eligible to apply for MBA at Anna University. They can pursue MBA at colleges/universities offering MBA in distance mode. They can also check out colleges offering online MBA courses. For candidates who wish to pursue the course along with a job, there are various colleges offering part-time MBA courses.

Q: What is the MBA fee at Anna University?

Anna University MBA fees will range btw INR 12,000 & INR 8 lakh. The fee mentioned here might include components other than tuition fees & is taken from an unofficial source, hence is indicative. For detailed fee structure, students are advised to contact the admission department of the University. For more details regarding Anna University MBA admission, eligibility, selection criteria & fee, click here.

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Anna University
M.E./M.Tech Admissions 2026

1411 courses 2 - 5 years

Seat Intake23067

Total Tuition Fees₹ 32K - 7.8L

Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate Degree with 45% aggregate
10+2 with 45% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CEETA, AP PGECET, GATE, CBSE 12th, ISC, TANCET, Tamilnadu 12th, CET Delhi

Dates & Events

Dates	Upcoming Events
Jul '26	CEETA PG 2026 Date of Joining the University / College for Applicants who have been Issued Provisional Allotment Order (Upward Movement)Tentative
14 Aug '26	GATE 2027 Application Form Release Date
21 Sep '26	GATE 2027 Registration Last Date without late fee
30 Sep '26	GATE 2027 Registration Last Date with Late Fees
1 Jun '26 - 31 Dec '26	GATE 2026 Scorecard by paying a fee of INR 500 per test paperOngoing

Dates	Past Events
Jul '26	CEETA PG 2026 Publication of Provisional Allotment for Applicants who have opted for Upward MovementTentative
Jul '26	CEETA PG 2026 Date of Joining the University / College for Applicants who have been Issued Provisional Allotment Order (Accept)Tentative
Jul '26	CEETA PG 2026 Publication of Provisional Allotment for Applicants who have opted for AcceptTentative

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Anna University MCA Admission 2026

98 courses 2 - 3 years

To eligibility for MCA admission at Anna University is Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with minimum 50% marks. TANCET score is also required. For more details, students should visit the official website of the university. The final selection process is based on counselling. The university also offers lateral entry to the MCA programme.

Seat Intake5090

Total Tuition Fees₹ 35K - 1.9L

Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
Accepting Exams: TANCET

Dates & Events

Dates	Upcoming Events
25 Jul '26 - 27 Jul '26	TANCET MCA Choice Filling 2026
30 Jul '26 - 2 Aug '26	TANCET MBA Choice Filling 2026

Dates	Past Events
16 Jul '26 - 20 Jul '26	TANCET grievances redressal for rank list
15 Jul '26	Release of TANCET rank list for MBA & MCA
4 Jun '26 - 30 Jun '26	TANCET counselling registration & upload of certificates

Commonly asked questions
On MCA Admissions

Q: How can candidates apply for the MCA programme at Anna University?

The applicants who wish to do the MCA course Anna University need to check if they satisfy the eligibility norms as well as have a current TANCET score. For further details on how to apply, dates of importance, & other prerequisites, one can refer to the official Anna University official site.

Q: I have scored less than 50% in graduation. Can I get admission for MCA at Anna University?

To be eligible to pursue MCA at Anna University, an applicant must have a valid bachelor's degree of minimum three years duration in BCA, BSc (Information Technology/Computer Science), Computer Science and Engineering or equivalent, with a minimum aggregate of 50%. The minimum aggregate required in case of candidates belonging to the reserved categories is 45%. Hence, whether a candidate scoring less than 50% is eligible to pursue MCA at the university depends on the reservation category they belong to. However, meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee admission to the MCA programme of the university. The admission to the programme is based on the scores in TANCET. In case a candidate fails to clear the TANCET cut-off required for MCA admission at Anna University, they can check out other colleges/universities offering the course. They can also pursue MCA in distance mode. Candidates can also go for one of the colleges offering online MCA courses.

Q: Is TANCET compulsory for MCA course admission at Anna University?

Yes, for Anna University MCA admission, it is imp to have a valid TANCET score. Students seeking admission to the MCA course of Anna University must register themselves online by visiting the official site of the University. Based on the marks secured in the TANCET entrance test, the University will then release a merit list of selected candidates to paper for the TANCET counselling process.

Q: How can I get admission to MCA at Anna University?

Anna University offers a two-year full-time MCA course at the postgraduate level. The University also accepts lateral entry to this course. Anna University MCA admission is based on TANCET entrance test scores, followed by the counselling process. Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test (TANCET) is an admission test conducted to offer admission to PG courses, in colleges of Tamil Nadu.

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Anna University
B.Arch Admissions 2026

46 courses 5 years

Seat Intake2100

Total Tuition Fees₹ 1.5L - 7.2L

Eligibility Criteria

10+2 with 45% aggregate
Accepting Exams: TANATA, JEE Main, NATA

Dates & Events

Dates	Upcoming Events
Jul '26	TANATA 2026 Exam DateTentative
Jul '26	TANATA 2026 resultTentative
7 Aug '26 - 8 Aug '26	NATA 2026 Phase 2 Exam

Dates	Past Events
Jun '26	TANATA 2026 admit cardTentative
4 Apr '26 - 13 Jun '26	NATA 2026 Phase 1 Exam(Friday and Saturday)
2 Jun '26 - 11 Jun '26	JEE Main counselling registration

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Anna University
Ph.D. Admissions 2026

122 courses 1 year - 6 years

Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
Accepting Exams: UGC NET, CSIR NET

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Anna University
M.Arch Admissions 2026

14 courses 2 years

Seat Intake270

Total Tuition Fees₹ 50K - 2.6L

Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CEETA, GATE

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Anna University
M.Sc. Admissions 2026

35 courses 2 - 5 years

Seat Intake360

Total Tuition Fees₹ 32K

Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate Degree with 55% aggregate
10+2 with 45% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC, Tamilnadu 12th, Tamilnadu 10th

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Anna University
B.Sc. Admissions 2026

18 courses 3 - 5 years

Seat Intake480

Total Tuition Fees₹ 60K

Eligibility Criteria

10+2 with 45% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC, Tamilnadu 12th, Tamilnadu 10th

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Anna University
BBA Admissions 2026

4 courses 3 - 5 years

Seat Intake120

Eligibility Criteria

Accepting Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC, Tamilnadu 12th

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Anna University
B.Plan Admissions 2026

1 courses 4 years

Seat Intake40

Total Tuition Fees₹ 48K

Eligibility Criteria

10+2 with 45% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC, DGE TN

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Anna University
M.Plan Admissions 2026

1 courses 2 years

Seat Intake26

Total Tuition Fees₹ 52K

Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
Accepting Exams: GATE, CEETA

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Anna University
M.Phil Admissions 2026

4 courses 1 year

Total Tuition Fees₹ 1.3L

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Anna University
B.Com Admissions 2026

1 courses 3 years

Eligibility Criteria

Accepting Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC, Tamilnadu 12th

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Anna University
B.A. Admissions 2026

1 courses 3 years

Eligibility Criteria

Accepting Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC, Tamilnadu 12th

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Anna University NIRF Ranking

Anna University achieved 2nd position in the State Public Universities category, 20th position in Engineering, and and 29th position in the Overall category as per NIRF Ranking 2025.

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Anna University UG - 4 years student admission report: Overall Accordion Icon V3

UG 4 years	2025-26
Total students	10181
% Female students	40%
% Outside State Students	1%
International Students	109

Source : NIRF Report 2026

Anna University UG - 5 years student admission report: Overall Accordion Icon V3

UG 5 years	2025-26
Total students	317
% Female students	64%
% Outside State Students	1%
International Students	1

Source : NIRF Report 2026

Anna University PG - 2 years student admission report: Overall Accordion Icon V3

PG 2 years	2025-26
Total students	2175
% Female students	45%
% Outside State Students	3%
International Students	9

Source : NIRF Report 2026

Anna University PG - 5 years student admission report: Overall Accordion Icon V3

PG 5 years	2025-26
Total students	335
% Female students	49%
% Outside State Students	1%

Source : NIRF Report 2026

Commonly asked questions
On NIRF Insights

Q: What is the rank of Anna University?

Anna University has been ranked as one of the top universities in India by several statutory bodies. The QS World University Ranking has awarded Anna University a rank of 465. Tabulated below is the list of ranks awarded to Anna University by many prestigious international and national organisations:

Ranking Body	Category	Rankings
QS World Rankings 2026	World University	465
Times Higher Education 2025	Interdisciplinary Science Rankings	1
Times Higher Education 2025	Interdisciplinary Science Rankings	42
NIRF 2025	State Public Universities	2
NIRF 2025	Innovation	9
NIRF 2025	Engineering	20
NIRF 2025	University	20
NIRF 2025	Research Institute	26
NIRF 2025	Architecture	28
NIRF 2025	Overall	29
NIRF 2025	Management	88
QS World Ranking 2025	University	383
QS World Ranking 2024	University	426

Q: Is Anna University ranked by QS?

Yes, Anna University is ranked by QS. The 2027 QS World University Rankings have been released. The university ranked 470 in the 'Top Global University' category.

However, this year there has been a drop of 5 positions when compared to the last year. In 2026, Anna University ranked 465 in the same category.

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Anna University Application Process 2026

Applicants who wish to be enrolled in Anna University Chennai courses have to access the web site of the university to make their application online. Anna University admissions are primarily merit-based for UG programs and entrance-based for PG courses. UG engineering admissions (B.E./B.Tech) require applying through the Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) portal, while PG admissions mandate exams like GATE/ CEETA PG/ TANCET.

Check below links to know application process of relevant entrance exams/ counselling:

For BTech - TNEA application process

For PG courses - TANCET application process/ CEETA PG application process

For other courses, Anna University the following step-wise process:

Go to the official site of Anna University at annauniv.edu.
Sign up / log in by clicking on the Admission.
Enter the academic and personal information.
Submit the necessary documents, a qualifying exam mark sheet and a passport-size photo.
Pay the application fee online using debit/credit cards or net banking.

Important Documents for Admission and Application

Class 10 marksheet/ Certificate
Class 12 marksheet & Certificate
Graduation marksheet & Certificate
Entrance exam scorecard - if applicable
Offer Letter - if available
Counselling letter - if applicable
Caste Validity Certificate - if applicable
Domicile/ Nativity Certificate - if applicable
Income Certificate - if applicable
Passport-size photograph
Aadhaar Card/ Identity Proof

Note: This is a general list and is subject to change.

Commonly asked questions
On Application Process

Q: What is the last date to apply for Anna University admission?

So far, Anna University has not released any last date of admissions. Students can apply when the admission cycle starts. The applications have to be given before the last date of admissions. Students can check the official page of Anna University to know more.

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Q: What are the documents required for Anna University admissions?

Students have to submit some documents during Anna University admissions and applications. The general list is as below:

Class 10 marksheet/ Certificate
Class 12 marksheet & Certificate
Graduation marksheet & Certificate
Entrance exam scorecard - if applicable
Offer Letter - if available
Counselling letter - if applicable
Caste Validity Certificate - if applicable
Domicile/ Nativity Certificate - if applicable
Income Certificate - if applicable
Passport-size photograph
Aadhaar Card/ Identity Proof

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Q: I am not receiving the OTP during form filling at Anna University, what should I do?

If you're not able to receive OTP while applying at Anna University Chennai, try resending or reloading the sent OTP. Wait for atleast 15-20 minutes or change the current netword settings. If this does not fix the problem of OTP not getting loaded, try using a different Email Id or phone no.

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Anna University Scholarship

The University offers various merit and need-based scholarships to its students. Anna University has lot of various scholarships for UG and PG students, including merit and non-merit based along with the community-based scholarship. Pudhumai Penn and Tamil Pudhalvan provide INR 1000 as a monthly scholarship to meritorious girls and boys studying in Government Schools. First-grade students get a tuition fee reduction. Also, there are the Course of scholarships for the BC/MBC, SC/ST, GATE-qualified students. Besides these awards, there are more prizes supported by endowment, banking and external foundations.

Students are also eligible to avail a number of scholarships offered by the state and central government. Anna University also offers financial assistance to economically weak students. Details regarding a few of the Anna University scholarships are mentioned below:

Scholarship Name	Scholarship Criteria
Tamil Nadu e-District Community Scholarship	- Open for both UG and PG courses - Annual family income must not exceed INR 2 LPA (for regular courses) and INR 2.5 LPA (for regular and self-supporting courses)
Hostel Loan Scholarship	- Open for UG/ PG students in the ACTECH hostel - Annual family income must not exceed INR 2 LPA
Anna Award	- For students selected through the Backwards & Minorities Welfare Office - Based on Class 12 marks
CM Award	- For students selected through the Backwards & Minorities Welfare Office - Based on Class 12 marks

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Q: What is the eligibility criteria for various scholarships offered at Anna University?

Anna University offers various merit and need-based scholarships to its students. Students are also eligible for availing a number of scholarships offered by the state and central government. Anna University also offers financial assistance to economically weak students. Details regarding a few of the Anna University scholarships are mentioned below:

Scholarship Name	Scholarship Criteria
Tamil Nadu e-District Community Scholarship	- Open for both UG and PG courses - Annual family income must not exceed Rs 2 LPA (for regular courses) and Rs 2.5 LPA (for regular and self-supporting courses)
Hostel Loan Scholarship	- Open for UG/ PG students in ACTECH hostel - Annual family income must not exceed Rs 2 LPA
Anna Award	- For students selected through Backward & Minorities Welfare Office - On the basis of Class 12 marks
CM Award	- For students selected through Backward & Minorities Welfare Office - On the basis of Class 12 marks

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Q: Does Anna University offer scholarships to the students?

Yes, Anna University has scholarships. Some of the scholarships are given below:

Tamil Nadu e-District Community Scholarship
Hostel Loan Scholarship, Anna Award, & CM Award.

The eligibility criteria & other details are available on the university's site. The gov of Tamil Nadu also offers scholarships to students through the state & central gov.

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Q: What is the schedule for TANCET Counselling?

TANCET counselling is conducted around a month after the scorecard download window is closed. TANCET counselling is held in multiple rounds, including publication of rank list, general counselling for MBA and MCA, supplementary counselling for bith MBA and MCA.

Every year Directorate of Technical Education, Chennai invites application from eligible Degree holders for admission to MBA/ MCA courses offered in Government, Government Aided Engineering and Arts and Science Colleges, University Departments of Anna University/ Regional Centres, Annamalai University.

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Companies like Amazon, Adobe, Standard Charterer, Trilogy Innovation, TCS, Wipro, Infosys, etc., visit our college for placements.

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Not many students got an internship in some top core companies in our batch.

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B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering - Batch of 2026

Offered by SRM Valliammai Engineering College, Chengalpattu

3.0

3.0Placements3.0Infrastructure3.0Faculty3.0Crowd & Campus Life3.0Value for Money

Placements are good. Satisfied with the way of teaching.

Placements: 80 percent of students are placed, but many of them didn't accept the offer. Only 3 to 4 top companies are in placement, which is related to my core domain. The lowest package is 2 LPA, and the highest package is 6 LPA in our class. Most students got around 2 LPA-3 LPA.

Infrastructure: Lab infrastructure needs improvement. Most of the lab equipment is outdated, this needs to be fixed. Classrooms are very good with project setup. Wi-Fi is available for all students with good speed. There are many books available in the library for each course, everyone can access them easily.

Faculty: Teachers are way better qualified, very helpful and knowledgeable. Their way of teaching is good. The curriculum is also good, but it doesn't make the student 100 percent industry-ready. Semester exams are easy if you study well. 95 percent of the students pass the exam easily.

Other: It combines the electrical and electronics fields into one that's what makes this course special to me.

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026Read More

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B.E. in Mechatronics Engineering - Batch of 2028

Offered by Rajalakshmi Engineering College

3.8

4.0Placements4.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty3.0Crowd & Campus Life4.0Value for Money

An average college life with some amount of surprise.

Placements: Our department placements are really good, with skills you can get up to 6 LPA for software jobs with ease. Core placements are also there, but it's tricky and very competitive. It requires real skill to hack into core placements, as we don't learn any domain in detail, so it's key to choose one specific domain and focus on it.

Infrastructure: Infrastructure is not excellent but it's better than other options. Our building is really old, and it is crowded most of the time, but the management is really awesome, they try to take your money and spend it wisely on improving the infrastructure. One of the best private universities in Chennai. Wi-Fi is being built, so I can't comment on Wi-Fi standards until that's finished.

Faculty: Faculty members are just like what they are in school, some are excellent while some are mediocre. Ultimately, it's the students' work to filter the crowd and choose the faculty who'll help them in achieving great goals in life. Talking about the exams, it's pretty standard, no complaints in that regard.

Other: The crowd is really huge, but they are effectively working on it. It's a vegetarian college, which can be a headache.

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B.Tech. in Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology) - Batch of 2028

Offered by KalaignarKarunanidhi Institute of Technology - KIT

5.0

5.0Placements5.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money

Good infrastructure, friendly faculty, excellent placements, etc.

Placements: 89 to 93 percent of students got placed. They get a package of 53 LPA as the highest and 4.5 LPA as the lowest from the starting period. Autodesk is the recruiting company. They have the highest number of students placed in this company.

Infrastructure: Lab, parking, grounds, and lawn are better than the other college because the infrastructure of the college is much better than the other college. 3 blocks are being interconnected with each other in the same block, which looks like a single block.

Faculty: They are qualified for their professions because they get their own teaching method, which is very useful for the students to understand the subject and grab the knowledge from the teachers very easily. This is the only reason for this college.

Other: I chose this course because this profession is my ambition. The best part of my course is that we can learn more deeply about semiconductors, and we can learn about electronic devices. Events, fests, student-teacher connectivity, and scholarships are very good in this college.

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B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2028

Offered by Stella Mary's College of Engineering

4.6

5.0Placements5.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life4.0Value for Money

It's good for the infrastructure and staff.

Placements: It is assured that everyone will be placed, but the package might not be fancy. The lowest package is 2.5 LPA and the highest is 24 LPA. 95 percent of students got internships. The college provides it. Other than that, we have many useful clubs, including an international club. The college has incubation centres to encourage entrepreneurs.

Infrastructure: It has good classrooms and free Wi-Fi inside the campus for each lab and every department. The hostel fee and food are not too fancy, and it's good. There is no Wi-Fi exclusively for hostels, but you can enjoy it when you are inside the campus. 5G network can be used.

Faculty: Teachers are really good. They learn with us and do courses and stuff, almost everyone has or is pursuing a PhD. Let's be honest here. Courses don't seem to be doing much here. The motivation and inspiration from the staff and their ragging make us go beyond our limits.

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026Read More

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B.Tech. in Information Technology - Batch of 2026

Offered by JCE - Jaya Engineering College Thiruninravur Chennai

3.4

3.0Placements3.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty3.0Crowd & Campus Life4.0Value for Money

Overall, it's an okay college to have some fun.

Placements: The placement opportunities mainly include SDE roles, front-end and back-end roles from startups, but not many major MNCs. Most opportunities come from small startups and machinery-related job roles. The textile industry is also very good in our college. Education-wise, it is okay, but the campus placement opportunities are limited.

Infrastructure: Infrastructure and the course are fine, but the hostel is okay. We can be free and happy in college. It is easy to talk with faculty members. It is a very enjoyable college with a great atmosphere.

Faculty: The faculty is very friendly, and the curriculum is okay. Exams help improve skills, but everyone gets upset about the exams and tests because they conduct tests every day in the first period. If you get failing marks, you have to write the test again in the evening.

Other: We can be free, and no restrictions will be imposed on us.

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026Read More

Amirtha V

B.Tech. in Biotechnology - Batch of 2029

Offered by SRM Easwari Engineering College

4.2

4.0Placements4.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life4.0Value for Money

Satisfied with the campus, placements, and other opportunities.

Placements: The college provides a successful placement for 85% with top companies' recruitments. The college encourages students to take many internships, projects, and participate in hackathons. We have so many opportunities that help us develop more.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure is pretty good, with well-developed classrooms, labs, and a library. The college has a good Wi-Fi connection. It also has sports facilities and research labs. Since I am a Biotechnology student, I find the research labs very useful. The transport facility is also helpful.

Faculty: Faculty members are very supportive and encouraging. They provide a well-versed curriculum that makes students industry-ready. They help us prepare for competitions and exams. They also conduct seminars and chart work activities to help students understand concepts clearly.

Other: I am a B.Tech Biotechnology student. The college provides both curricular and extracurricular opportunities, making campus life better.

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Anna University Admission 2026 FAQs

Q: Is BTech available at Anna University?

Yes, Anna University Chennai offers a four-year full-time BTech course covering several specialisations. The University also offers a full-time BE course for a duration of four years. Both BE and BTech courses are offered at the undergraduate level. The admission cycle for the academic session 2026 is now open for BE/ BTech courses. Anna University offers BTech and BE courses across 12 specialisations and 17 specialisations, respectively. The University also offers a part-time BE programme in four specialisations. Admission to BE (part-time) is merit-based. On the other hand, Anna University BTech admission is completely entrance-based. Click here to know more about Anna University BTech specialisations, admission and selection criteria etc.

Q: Is there any entrance exam for MSc admission at Anna University?

Yes, Anna University MSc admission is completely entrance-based, The University conducts an entrance exam for 2 hours duration based on subjects related to BSc (Major). The entrance test will be conducted at Chennai, Coimbatore, Tiruchirappalli and Tirunelveli. Anna University offers a two-year full-time MSc course at the postgraduate level. Candidates seeking admission must visit the official website of the University to apply online.

Q: How much is the Anna University MSc fee?

Anna University MSc fees range btw INR 12,000 & INR 91,360. The fee mentioned here is the total tuition fee & is taken from an unofficial source. For detailed fee structure, students are advised to contact the admission department of Anna University.

Q: Is JEE marks required for Anna University BTech admission?

Yes, the university does accepts JEE Marks for admission to BTech courses. Admission into BTech courses at Anna University-affiliated colleges, several entrance examinations are accepted, including JEE Main, AEEE, IMU CET, and TNEA Counselling. Hence, candidates who have secured a decent scores in any one of these entrance examination are allowed to apply for BTech course at university, and students who qualify the cutoff list/ merit list can get a seat in the programme.

Q: Does Anna University offer MCA course?

Yes, Anna University offers a two-year full-time MCA course at the postgraduate level. The admission cycle for the academic session 2026 is currently open for all the courses. Candidates seeking admission to Anna University MCA course must visit the official website of the University to apply online. Anna University MCA admission 2026 is completely entrance-based.

Q: What are the specialisations offered under the Anna University BTech course?

Anna University Chennai offers a four-year full-time BTech course at the undergraduate level. Candidates seeking admission must visit the official website of the university to apply online. Anna University offers 11 specialisations under its BTech course. Check out the table given below for all the specialisations offered Anna University BTech course:

Anna University BTech Specialisations
Information Technology	Chemical Engineering
Food Technology	Pharmaceutical Technology
Industrial Bio-Technology	Rubber & Plastics Technology
Textile Technology	Leather Technology
Ceramic Technology	Apparel Technology
Petroleum Engineering & Technology	-

Q: I am scoring around 29000 in Andhra Pradesh EAMCET 2025. What are the chances of getting a seat at Anna University?

If your Andhra Pradesh EAMCET rank is 29000 and you belong to the General HS category, then you might be able to get a seat for the BE course. For this category, the last round cutoff ranged from 19834 to 72606. Students can refer to the table below to know which courses they can apply for with this rank.

Course	Anna University Andhra Pradesh EAMCET cutoff 2025 (Last Round )
B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering	29678
B.E. in Mechanical Engineering	62813
B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering	67737
B.E. in Civil Engineering	72606

Note: Other categories will have different cutoffs accordingly.

Q: What are the documents required for Anna University MCA admission?

For Anna University MCA admission candidates must visit the official website of the University to apply online. To complete the application process, students need to upload self-attested copies of the documents at the time of the application process. Given below is the list of documents:

TANCET hall ticket
TANCET score card
Class 10 & 12 mark sheet
Mark sheets of all the semesters / consolidated mark sheet of the qualifying examination completed
Degree certificate (or) provisional certificate

Q: What is the TNEA cutoff for BTech CSE at Anna University?

Anna University TNEA Cutoff 2025 for CSE varied between 28 and 239138 for the General AI category students in the last round. This specialisation had the lowest cutoff, indicating its popularity in comparison to other courses.

Among the OBC category students, the final round closing ranks varied between 140 and 91013 for the BTech in CSE course under the AII India quota.

Q: How many times is TANCET exam conducted in one exam session?

TANCET exam is conducted once every year. Candidates can appear for the TANCET exam once within one academic year. For admission to the next year, candidates have to appear for the subsequent term of the TANCET exam. However, the exam schedule and frequency might change in the future.

For latest updates on TANCET exam, candidates can rely on shiksha's TANCET exam page. https://www.shiksha.com/mba/tancet-exam.

Q: What all documents are required during TANCET counselling?

Candidates need to the following documents for the certificate verification process in the TN MBA MCA counselling:

Class 10 mark sheet
Graduation mark sheets for all semesters / Years of qualifying Degree exam
Class 12 mark sheet / Diploma Certificate
Provisional / Degree Certificate
TANCET Scorecard/ Rank Card
TANCET hall ticket
Permanent Community Certificate Card (to avail reservation)
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).

Q: When will Anna University conduct TANCET exam?

Anna University exam dates change every year. In the past two exam sessions, Anna University has been conducting the TANCET exam in March for MBA and MCA courses. Anna University maintained the exam schedule in line with the previous session. The complete schedule, including answer key release and result dates, was announced in due course.

Q: Is there BE course available at Anna University?

Apart from the BTech course, Anna University also offers a four-year full-time BE course at the undergraduate level. The University offers BE programme covering 17 specialisations. The University also offers a part-time BE programme in four specialisations. Anna University admission to BE (part-time) is completely merit-based and depends on candidates' performance in their last qualifying examination. Candidates who have passed Class 12 from a recognised board with PCM with an aggregate of 45% (40% for SC/ ST candidates) are eligible to apply for Anna University BE admission.

Q: How can I get admission in Anna University Distance Education programme?

For getting admission to Anna University Distance Education programme, candidates need to apply online from the official portal of the university. Admission is through Distance Education Entrance Test (DEET) held by Anna University. Candidates need to fulfill eligibility criteria before applying. Final admission gets approved after counselling and payment of fees.

Q: What all courses are offered by Anna University at the UG level?

Anna University offers various UG level courses across streams such as Engineering, Architecture, Science, Business Administration, Commerce, Humanities, etc.

The UG level courses at Anna University include:

BTech
BArch
BPlan
BSc
BBA
BPlan
BCom
BA

The university also offers Diploma and certificate courses at the UG level.

Q: When will the TNEA notification be out?

TNEA 2026 notification is out.

TNEA stands for Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions. The Directorate of Technical Education, Tamil Nadu conducts TNEA every year. It is an online counselling window. All Indian National candidates who wish to take admission to Government and Government Aided Engineering Colleges, University Departments and Constituent Colleges of Anna University, Annamalai University and for the seats surrendered by Self-Financing Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu have to apply for TNEA counselling.

TNEA counselling is a Unified Single Window Admission System for Indian Nationals only. The courses offered via this online counselling are BE/BTech and BE (sandwich) courses. TNEA counselling is conducted online in 4 rounds as per the schedule. Candidates need to participate in corresponding rounds based on their rank.

Q: When will Anna University release TANCET results?

Anna University releases the TANCET results within a month of the exam date. 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.

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