B.E. in Mechanical Engineering (Lateral Entry) 

at Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu - Other

The university offers four-year full-time BE/BTech courses in various specialisations on-campus and through affiliated colleges. In addition, apart from the regular BE degree, Annamalai University also offers part-time BE courses covering four specialisations. BE Lateral entry courses are also available. Admission to the UG courses is based on merit, seats are further allotted to the shortlisted candidates through TNEA counselling. Some of the specialisations in which the course is offered are Chemical Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering and Electrical & Electronics Engineering, which have been accredited by the NBA with an ‘A’ Grade.

Annamalai University BTech fees range between INR 1.5 Lacs - INR 7 lakh. The fee mentioned here is the total tuition fee with some other components and is taken from an unofficial source, hence is indicative. For the detailed fee structure, candidates are advised to contact the admission department of the University. Moreover, the total course fee includes several fee components, including the caution deposit, alumni fee, hostel charges (if applicable), etc. At the time of form filling, candidates must also pay the application fee.

In General category under the AI quota, the TNEA 2025 cutoff ranks ranged between 372 and 131755 for BE admission covering multiple specialisations. So, considering the cutoff range, there are chances that candidates with a TNEA rank of 52000 can get admission at Annamalai University. However, the cutoff ranks ranged varied across diffrent rounds. Therefore, it is not compulsory that the students will get a seat in the first round and they might have to wait until the last round. BE admission at this university is based on valid JEE Main/ Class 12 score, follwed by TNEA counselling. 

The Annamalai University's highest package has not been released for the 2023 drive. As per the NIRF report 2024, the highest median package offered in 2023 was INR 5.53 LPA and was made to PG (2-year) Pharmacy students. Take a look at the below table depicting the 2023 median package:

The online/distance degrees offered by the Centre for Distance and Online Education at Annamalai University are valid. Previously, the University Grants Commission (UGC) did not approve its courses starting from 2015. However, Annamalai University DDE  received relief from the Madras High Court in an order dated 21.01.2023. Subsequently, following a reassessment by the UGC, Annamalai DDE achieved a qualifying score of 3.38, which led to extending the validity of its programmes until 2027.

Candidates must upload scanned copies of the documents below while filling out the application form. Also, self-attested Xerox copies of these documents have to be attached and sent to the University address along with the downloaded copy of the application form:

1. Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets/ grade certificates
2. UG/ PG mark sheets/ grade certificates (if applicable)
3. Proof of date of birth
4. Transfer and conduct/ Migration certificate from the previous institution
5. Passport-size photograph
6. Community certificate (for SC/ ST/ OBC candidates)
7. Medical certificate
8. Certificate of extra-curricular activities (if applicable)

Annamalai University Distance Education offers admission to candidates based on their merit. Candidates can get a seat directly through Spot Admission. Aspirants have to submit the filled-in application form along with the documents to the nearest Learners Support Centre or LSC in-person to get direct admission. All Spot Admissions are subject to confirmation or cancellation (if found ineligible) by the Director, CD&OE.

Annamalai University offers an academically inclined curriculum. However, the Institute faculty conducts various events, activities, industry visits, and curriculum-based activities to cater to the curriculum advances, along with extracurricular. The faculty provides a well-designed curriculum that fits and creates a balance between academics along every other extracurricular activity. The University conducts various cultural, social, and academically inclined events and activities which also promote inclusivity for the diverse range of students.