Eligibility Criteria for Admission
Anna University & State Government-notified eligibility for B.E./B.Tech First Year and Lateral Entry. Community-wise minimum marks listed below.
I Under-Graduate (B.E. / B.Tech) — HSC (Academic) or Equivalent
A pass in (10+2) / HSC examination with Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry as subjects of study. Community-wise minimum aggregate (average of three subjects) is:
| Community (Tamil Nadu State) | Minimum Aggregate in PCM |
|---|---|
| OC Other Communities | 50% |
| BC Backward Class & BC (Muslims) | 45% |
| MBC/DNC Most Backward Class & Denotified Communities | 40% |
| SCA/SC/ST Scheduled Castes & Tribes | Pass |
Note: Aggregate = average of Mathematics + Physics + Chemistry marks. Rounding off of minimum eligibility marks is not allowed. Improvement marks are not considered for minimum eligibility.
II Under-Graduate — HSC (Vocational) stream
A pass in HSC Vocational stream — minimum aggregate calculated from related subjects + Vocational subjects (theory and practicals). Community-wise minima:
| Community (Tamil Nadu State) | Minimum Average |
|---|---|
| OC Other Communities | 50% |
| BC Backward Class & BC (Muslims) | 45% |
| MBC/DNC Most Backward Class & Denotified Communities | 40% |
| SCA/SC/ST Scheduled Castes & Tribes | Pass |
The aggregate is calculated across both theory and practical components of the Vocational subject + the related academic subjects, as notified by the Tamil Nadu Government.
III Eligibility for NRI Students
NRI candidates must have passed the 12th standard or equivalent examination with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry as subjects of study, and must obtain an Eligibility Certificate from Anna University, Chennai.
Sponsorship rule: The NRI financially supporting the candidate must be a blood relation — Father or Mother only.
Required supporting documents (Xerox copies):
- Sponsorship letter in original with relationship certificate
- Employer letter in original
- Bank statement of sponsor with NRE A/c number
- Embassy certificate of sponsor (original)
- Nativity certificate of financial supporter
- Copy of passport of the sponsor
- Evidence of US $ 1000 development charges paid to ' . e(get_setting('site_name','Annai College')) . '
- 12th mark sheet + Anna University Eligibility Certificate
IV Lateral Entry (B.E. / B.Tech) — Direct Second Year Scheme
For candidates entering directly into the second year (third semester) of B.E. / B.Tech via lateral admission — two qualification routes:
A. Diploma Candidates
A pass with minimum eligibility marks in a recognised Diploma in Engineering / Technology from the State Board of Technical Education and Training, Tamil Nadu, or equivalent — in the discipline prescribed for the respective degree course.
B. B.Sc Candidates
A pass with minimum eligibility marks in any recognised Bachelor\'s Degree in Science (10+2+3 pattern, minimum 3-year duration) with Mathematics as one of the subjects at degree level.
Minimum Eligibility Marks — Diploma / B.Sc
Average of Pre-Final + Final semester marks (or Final-year marks for annual-pattern programmes):
| Community (Tamil Nadu State) | Minimum Average |
|---|---|
| OC Other Communities | 55% |
| BC Backward Class & BC (Muslims) | 50% |
| MBC/DNC Most Backward Class & Denotified Communities | 45% |
| SCA/SC/ST Scheduled Castes & Tribes | Pass |
C. Sandwich Diploma
A pass with minimum eligibility marks in one of the Sandwich Diploma courses in Engineering / Technology of the State Board of Technical Education and Training, Tamil Nadu, or equivalent prescribed for the respective degree course.
D. Part-Time Diploma
Marks secured in the last three semester examinations (including private-study marks) shall be considered for arriving at the minimum eligibility average.
Application Process
Five clear steps from enquiry to confirmed admission.
Enquire
WhatsApp / Call / Online form. Get the application form.
Apply
Submit completed form with mark sheets and ID copies.
Counselling
Attend TNEA / Direct counselling at the campus.
Pay Fees
Lock in seat by paying first-year fees within deadline.
Joining
Report on the date of joining with original documents.
Programmes & Intake
All programmes are 4-year B.E. / B.Tech under Anna University, Chennai. Click any branch for full details.
| Branch | Code | Duration | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | CSE | 4 Years | View → |
| CSE — Cyber Security | CSE-CS | 4 Years | View → |
| Civil Engineering | CIVIL | 4 Years | View → |
| Mechanical Engineering | MECH | 4 Years | View → |
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering | EEE | 4 Years | View → |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | ECE | 4 Years | View → |
| Information Technology | IT | 4 Years | View → |
| Artificial Intelligence & Data Science | AIDS | 4 Years | View → |
| M.E. — Structural Engineering | ME-STR | 2 Years | PG |
| M.E. — Computer Science | ME-CSE | 2 Years | PG |
Fee Structure
Tamil Nadu Government-notified fees for the academic year 2026-2027. Final fees confirmed during counselling.
B.E. / B.Tech (UG)
Per academic year · TNEA / Govt quotaM.E. (PG)
Per academic year · TANCET / DirectDocuments Required
Bring originals + 2 photocopies of each to the campus on counselling day.
- Class X mark sheet & certificate
- Class XII mark sheet & certificate
- Transfer Certificate (TC) from previous school
- Conduct / Bonafide certificate
- Community certificate (for reserved categories)
- Income certificate (for scholarships)
- Aadhaar card copy
- Migration certificate (other state board)
- 8 recent passport-size photos
- TNEA allotment order (if via counselling)
- Nationality / Domicile certificate
- Physical fitness certificate
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Government and institutional scholarships available — apply during admission counselling.
Govt of TN — BC / MBC / SC / ST
Full or partial tuition fee reimbursement based on category and family income.
Post-matric (Central Govt)
Centrally-funded scholarship for SC / ST / OBC / Minority students with valid income certificate.
Merit Scholarship
Top scorers in Class XII / TNEA get tuition fee concessions decided by the management.
Bank Education Loans
Tie-ups with major nationalised + private banks. College provides all required documentation.
Sports / Cultural Quota
State-level or national-level athletes and artists are eligible for fee concessions.
Sibling / Alumni Concession
Children of alumni and siblings of current students get a tuition fee discount.
Hostel & Transport
On-campus residential facilities with full warden supervision.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common admissions queries from parents and aspirants.