Anna University admission 2026: eligibility, application process and important dates.
Entrance exams accepted
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics; 50% aggregate (45% reserved)
10+2 with PCM; 50% aggregate
10+2 with PCM/PCB; 50% aggregate
Relevant B.E./B.Tech with 50% (45% reserved)
Relevant B.E./B.Tech + 2 years experience
Bachelor's in any discipline with 50% (45% reserved)
Bachelor's with Maths/Statistics at +2 or graduation; 50%
Relevant Bachelor's with 50% aggregate
Master's in a relevant subject with 55% aggregate
Master's degree with 55% aggregate; M.Phil/NET preferred
TANCET
GATE
NATA
TNEA
JEE Main
CBSE 12th
ISC
Tamilnadu 12th
MPBSE 12th
MAT
XAT
ATMA
CAT
CMAT
TANCET MBA
CEETA
AP PGECET
CET Delhi
TANATA
UGC NET
CSIR NET
Tamilnadu 10th
DGE TN
How to apply
Anna University admission is merit and entrance based. B.E. and B.Tech seats go through TNEA counselling, postgraduate seats use CEETA-PG or TANCET scores, and PhD candidates face a written test and interview.
Eligibility & fees by programme
Anna University eligibility and fees
Programme
Minimum marks
Total fee
B.E. / B.Tech
Class 12: 45%
₹13,00,000
MBA/PGDM
Class 12: 50% · Graduation: 45% · Post-graduation: 50%
₹35,000 to ₹5,90,000
M.E./M.Tech
Class 12: 45% · Graduation: 45%
₹32,000 to ₹7,76,000
MCA
Graduation: 50%
₹35,000 to ₹1,85,955
B.Arch
Class 12: 50%
₹1,54,000 to ₹7,20,000
Ph.D.
Graduation: 50% · Post-graduation: 55%
-
M.Arch
Graduation: 50%
₹50,000 to ₹2,60,000
MS
-
M.Sc.
Class 12: 45% · Graduation: 55%
₹32,000
B.Sc.
Class 12: 45%
₹60,000
BBA
-
Certificate
-
B.Plan
Class 12: 45%
₹48,000
B.Com
-
M.Phil
₹1,25,000
M.Plan
Graduation: 50%
₹52,000
B.A.
-
M.A.
-
Executive MBA/PGDM
-
Admission overview
Entrance exams and eligibility
Anna University admits students on merit and entrance scores, and the route depends on the programme. Undergraduate engineering, architecture and planning seats are filled through the Tamil Nadu counselling system, while postgraduate seats use TANCET or CEETA-PG results. The university's courses run from two to five years.
BE and B.Tech: Class 12 from a recognised board, admitted through TNEA counselling.
M.E., M.Tech, M.Arch and M.Plan: a relevant bachelor's degree and a CEETA-PG score.
MBA and MCA: a bachelor's degree and a TANCET score; MCA applicants need 50 percent in BCA or a computer science degree.
PhD: a master's degree, then a written test and interview.
How to apply
Candidates register online through the relevant admission portal, upload marksheets and certificates and pay the application fee. Undergraduate applicants register for TNEA, which publishes its own schedule each year, so confirm the current dates on the official site.
Selection and counselling
A rank or merit list is prepared from qualifying marks or entrance scores. Shortlisted candidates take part in counselling, choose a course and campus, and are allotted seats by rank.
After allotment, visit the campus for document verification.
Admission details
Admission details
Event
Courses
Dates 2026
PhD Admission Test (CFR Anna University)
PhD, M.S. by Research
May to June 2026 (Tentative)
TNEA 2026 Registration
B.E., B.Tech, Integrated M.Sc.
May 3, 2026
TANCET 2026 Exam Date
MBA, MCA
May 9, 2026
CEETA-PG Entrance Exam
M.E., M.Tech
May 10, 2026
TANCET 2026 Answer Key Release
MBA, MCA
May 2026 (Tentative)
TNEA 2026 Last Date to Apply
B.E., B.Tech
June 2, 2026
TNEA 2026 Random Number Release
B.E., B.Tech
June 5, 2026
TNEA 2026 Document Upload Last Date
B.E., B.Tech
June 6, 2026
TNEA 2026 Certificate Verification
B.E., B.Tech
June 8 to June 20, 2026
TANCET 2026 Result & Scorecard
MBA, MCA
June, 2026 (Tentative)
TNEA 2026 Rank List Publication
B.E., B.Tech
June 29, 2026
TNEA 2026 Grievance Redressal
B.E., B.Tech
June 30 to July 4
TANCET 2026 Rank List Publication
MBA, MCA
July, 2026 (Tentative)
TN MBA/MCA Online Counselling(DoTE)
MBA, MCA
July to August, 2026 (Tentative)
TANCA Counselling 2026
M.E., M.Tech
July to August, 2026 (Tentative)
Distance Education Admission (CDOE)
Distance MBA, MCA, M.Sc
July 2026 (Tentative)
Online MBA Entrance Test (OEET)
Online MBA (Business Analytics, General)
July 2026 (Tentative)
TNEA 2026 Counselling 2026
B.E., B.Tech, Special Categories
To be announced
Admission details
Admission details
Course
Eligibility
Entrance Required
BE
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics; 50% aggregate (45% reserved)
TNEA (no entrance exam, based on +2 marks)
BTech
10+2 with PCM; 50% aggregate
TNEA (no entrance exam)
MSc Integrated(5-Year)
10+2 with PCM/PCB; 50% aggregate
TNEA-equivalent counselling
ME/MTech(Full-Time)
Relevant B.E./B.Tech with 50% (45% reserved)
GATE (preferred, with stipend) or CEETA-PG
ME/MTech (Part-Time, 3 yrs)
Relevant B.E./B.Tech + 2 years experience
CEETA-PG
MBA
Bachelor's in any discipline with 50% (45% reserved)
TANCET (MBA)
MCA
Bachelor's with Maths/Statistics at +2 or graduation; 50%
TANCET (MCA)
MSc
Relevant Bachelor's with 50% aggregate
Anna University Entrance Test
MPhil
Master's in a relevant subject with 55% aggregate
Anna University Entrance Test + Interview
PhD
Master's degree with 55% aggregate; M.Phil/NET preferred
Yes, there are multiple scholarships available for students studying at Anna University like Alumni Trust Scholarship (1989), NSP Scholarships, National Fellowship for ST, AICTE GATE Stipend, AICTE Scholarship Schemes, Tamil Nadu e-District Community Scholarship, Hostel Loan Scholarship, First Graduate Concession.
How can Ph.D. students apply for the 'Genuineness' process to verify documents at Anna University?
First, visit the website and enter the required email address. Select the preferred option (company/consultancy/embassy/colleges). Mention the college address, such as the principal or the concerned authorities. Next, log in and select the “Apply” tab to enter the candidate's information, attach the degree certificate PDF file, a copy of the letter received from Registrar Anna University, and finally pay the fees online.
What is the counselling process of TNEA for B.E./B.Tech. courses at Anna University?
The entire counselling process takes place online. The TNEA counselling is open to candidates who are appearing or passed 10+2. Therefore the admission process is based on 10+2 grades.
What is the online registration fee at Anna University?
The online registration fee varies according to the courses the candidate is applying for. Students applying for B.R/B.Tech/B.Arch. must pay INR Rs. 500 for the general category and Rs. 250 for the special reservation category, they must pay around INR 700 for the general category and INR 350 for the reserved category for M.Phil or M.Sc. And students applying for a Ph.D. program must pay around INR 800 (INR 400 for SC/ST) either by credit/debit card or net banking.
What documents are required for the GATE while applying for M.Arch or M.Plan course at Anna University?
The GATE entrance test requires the following documents candidate's photograph, signature, eligibility certificate, caste certificate, and a PwD certificate if required
What are the eligibility criteria for the NATA entrance exam required for Anna University admissions?
The eligibility criteria for the NATA entrance exam is candidates who passed the 10+2 exam with 50% in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (individually) and 50% in aggregate are eligible to apply for NATA 2022.
What is the syllabus followed for TANCET for applying to Anna University?
The TANCET syllabus varies according to the subject the candidate is appearing for, syllabus for MBA includes 5 sections- Business Analysis, Reading Comprehension, Verbal Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, and Data Sufficiency. The syllabus for M.E/M.Tech/M.Arch is divided into 3 parts- Engineering Mathematics, Basic Engineering & Sciences, and specialized subjects depending on the course. And, the syllabus for MCA includes topics from 4 sections- Quantitative Aptitude, Computer Awareness, Logical Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning.
Does Anna University provide Distance Education?
Anna University provides distance education, of great quality, and promotes self-learning. The professional degrees offered by it are MBA, MCA, and M.Sc in Computer Science.
How can I get into Anna University?
Students aiming to study B.E/ B. Tech or B. Arch can get admitted after their TNEA counselling. For M.E./M.Tech, M.Arch, M.Plan, M.C.A, and MBA programs the students can get into via qualifying GATE and TANCET exams.
What is the eligibility to join Anna University?
For B.tech the candidates must have 10+2 level exams or equivalent scores in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from a recognized board. Candidates must have completed the 12th grade with a minimum aggregate mark of 50% for the general category and 40% for the reserved category, as well as a BCA or B.Sc. (IT/CS) degree from a recognized university with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PH) and Mathematics as one of the main subjects at the 10+2 or Graduation level. For PG admissions the students must also have a relevant Bachelor’s degree. Candidates for Ph.D. and MS by Research programs must have a Master's degree (ME/MTech/MS) in a relevant field with a minimum of 55% aggregate.
