Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at Erode Sengunthar Engineering College (ESEC), Perundurai, is a 4-year full-time undergraduate programme affiliated to Anna University and approved by AICTE, with a seat intake of 180. The total tuition fee is Rs. 3,48,000 for the 4-year programme (Government Quota), making it one of the more affordable AI&DS programmes in Tamil Nadu. Admission is primarily through TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions) based on Class 12 marks, with no separate entrance exam required. The programme is popular among students for its strong industry-aligned curriculum covering machine learning, deep learning, data analytics, Python, and business intelligence, along with active placement support and industry tie-ups.

Admissions for 2026-27 are currently open. TNEA 2026 registration is ongoing from May 7, 2026 to June 6, 2026. Candidates must register at tneaonline.org and upload documents by June 9, 2026. The rank list is expected to be published on June 27, 2026, followed by counselling rounds starting July 7, 2026.

Key Points

AICTE-approved B.Tech AI&DS programme with 180 seats, started in 2020
Curriculum covers Python, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Analytics, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, and Business Intelligence
Industry-oriented labs and Centre of Excellence in IoT and AI on campus
Active Training and Placement Cell with dedicated AI&DS placement drives
NAAC 'A' Grade accredited institution; ranked #211 in India by India Today 2025
IIT Bombay Remote Centre and NPTEL learning resources available on campus
Cisco Local Academy and industry-certified courses offered alongside the degree

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Fees
Admission
Scholarships
Placements
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Ranking
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31 Mar, 2026 TNEA 2026 registration is scheduled to commence in the second week of May 2026.

ESEC B.Tech AI&DS Fees

The total tuition fee for B.Tech AI&DS at ESEC is Rs. 3,48,000 for the entire 4-year programme under the Government Quota (Rs. 55,000 per year), as fixed by the Tamil Nadu State Fee Regulatory Committee. Under the Management Quota, the annual fee is Rs. 87,500 (total Rs. 3,50,000 for 4 years). In addition, a one-time refundable caution deposit of Rs. 5,000 is collected at the time of admission. Hostel facility is optional and available at approximately Rs. 1,20,000 per year (including mess charges).

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Government Quota (per year)	Management Quota (per year)
Tuition Fee	Rs. 55,000	Rs. 87,500
Development Fee	Rs. 5,000	Rs. 5,000
Caution Deposit (one-time, refundable)	Rs. 5,000	Rs. 5,000
Total Academic Fee (4 years)	Rs. 3,48,000	Rs. 3,70,000
Hostel Fee (optional, per year)	Rs. 1,20,000	Rs. 1,20,000

The caution deposit of Rs. 5,000 is fully refundable at the time of leaving the institution.
Hostel fee is not mandatory; it is applicable only for students opting for on-campus accommodation.
The fee structure is as approved by the Tamil Nadu State Fee Regulatory Committee.
The institution offers merit-based fee waivers ranging from 25% to 100% of tuition fee for deserving students through its internal talent test.
No capitation fee or any other fee beyond the above is permitted as per AICTE/State Government norms.

ESEC B.Tech AI&DS Admission 2026

Admissions to B.Tech AI&DS at ESEC are conducted through TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions), a centralised counselling process managed by the Directorate of Technical Education (DoTE), Tamil Nadu. 65% of seats fall under the Government Quota (filled via TNEA single-window counselling) and 35% under the Management Quota (filled through the Consortium of Self-Financing Professional Colleges). Admissions for 2026-27 are currently open, with TNEA 2026 registration underway.

Important Dates

Event	Date
TNEA 2026 Registration Opens	May 7, 2026
Last Date for TNEA Registration	June 6, 2026
Last Date for Uploading Documents	June 9, 2026
Certificate Verification (Online)	June 10 - June 20, 2026
Publication of Rank List	June 27, 2026
Grievances Redressal	June 28 - July 2, 2026
Govt. (7.5%) Special Reservation Counselling	July 7 - July 8, 2026
General Special Reservation Counselling	July 9 - July 11, 2026
General Counselling (Round 1 onwards)	July 14, 2026 onwards
Supplementary Counselling	August 21 - August 23, 2026
SCA to SC Counselling	August 25 - August 26, 2026

Exam Dates

Exam	Mode	Relevant For	Key Date
TNEA 2026	Merit-based (No Exam)	B.Tech AI&DS admission	Registration: May 7 - June 6, 2026

Note: TNEA is not an entrance exam. Admission is based on Class 12 (PCM) aggregate marks. No separate exam is conducted.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed Class 12 (10+2) or equivalent from a recognised board.
Must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects in Class 12.
Minimum 50% aggregate marks in PCM for General category; 45% for reserved categories (BC/MBC/SC/ST) as per Tamil Nadu norms.

Admission Process

Register on the official TNEA portal: tneaonline.org
Upload scanned copies of required documents (Class 10, Class 12 marksheets, community certificate, etc.)
Attend online certificate verification at the designated TNEA Facilitation Centre (TFC)
Receive a rank based on Class 12 aggregate marks
Participate in online counselling and fill college/branch preferences
Confirm allotment and report to ESEC with original documents and fee payment
Management Quota admissions are handled directly through the Consortium of Self-Financing Professional Colleges, Tamil Nadu

ESEC B.Tech AI&DS Scholarships 2026

Students admitted to B.Tech AI&DS at ESEC can avail a range of scholarships from both the Tamil Nadu State Government and the institution itself. The college's internal merit scholarship (fee waiver) benefits over 1,800 students annually, with waivers ranging from 25% to 100% of tuition fees. Government scholarships are available for students from SC/ST, BC/MBC/DNC, and minority communities, significantly reducing the financial burden.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit
ESEC Internal Merit Scholarship (Fee Waiver)	Based on performance in ESEC Talent Test	25% to 100% tuition fee waiver
Post Matric Scholarship - SC/ST (Tamil Nadu Govt.)	SC/ST students with family income below prescribed limit	Full tuition fee reimbursement + maintenance allowance
Post Matric Scholarship - BC/MBC/DNC (Tamil Nadu Govt.)	BC/MBC/DNC students; income below Rs. 2.5 lakh/year	Partial to full tuition fee reimbursement
PM YASASVI Scholarship (Central Govt.)	OBC/EBC/DNT students; family income below Rs. 2.5 lakh/year	Up to Rs. 75,000 per year
First Graduate Scholarship (Tamil Nadu Govt.)	First-generation graduates admitted via TNEA Govt. Quota	Fee concession as per government norms
Minority Scholarship (Central Govt.)	Students from minority communities; income below Rs. 2 lakh/year	Up to Rs. 30,000 per year

Government scholarships are applied through the Tamil Nadu State Scholarship Portal (ssp.postmatric.tn.gov.in) or the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Application deadlines for government scholarships are typically between August and October each year.
Students must maintain a minimum attendance and academic performance to retain scholarship benefits.
The ESEC Talent Test for internal fee waivers is conducted at the time of admission.

ESEC B.Tech AI&DS Placement 2026

ESEC's Training and Placement Cell actively facilitates placements for B.Tech AI&DS students through on-campus, off-campus, and onsite drives. The AI&DS batch (2022-2026) has seen placements at reputed companies including Above Cloud 9.AI, Avasoft, Soft Suave Technologies, Bookwormz, New Jaisa Technologies, Cube AI Solutions, Zuci Systems, Infynd, and others. The highest package recorded for AI&DS students is 10 LPA (Above Cloud 9.AI), with several students placed in the 4-7 LPA range. AI&DS graduates are well-suited for roles such as Data Analyst, ML Engineer, AI Developer, Business Intelligence Analyst, and Data Scientist.

Placement Statistics

Placement Metric	Details
Highest Package (AI&DS)	10 LPA (Above Cloud 9.AI)
Notable Packages	7 LPA (Avasoft), 6.5 LPA (QSpiders), 5.5 LPA (QSpiders), 5 LPA (Infynd)
Average Package Range	3 - 4.5 LPA
Key Recruiters	Above Cloud 9.AI, Avasoft, Soft Suave, Bookwormz, New Jaisa Technologies, Cube AI, Zuci Systems, Tata Technologies, Calibraint Technologies
Placement Mode	On Campus, Off Campus, Onsite Campus

ESEC B.Tech Artificial Intelligence & Data Science Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#463 out of 500 in India 2025

#28th in Tamil Nadu

Indiatoday Ranking

#211 out of 269 in India 2025

#31st in Tamil Nadu

Outlook Ranking

#165 out of 200 in Top Private Colleges in India 2025

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ESEC B.Tech AI&DS FAQs

Ques. Is TNEA the only way to get admission to B.Tech AI&DS at ESEC, or is there a direct admission option?

Ans. For Government Quota seats (65%), admission is strictly through TNEA counselling based on Class 12 marks. For Management Quota seats (35%), students can apply directly through the Consortium of Self-Financing Professional Colleges, Tamil Nadu, or contact ESEC's admission office directly. There is no separate entrance exam for either quota.

Ques. What is the actual fee I need to pay per year for B.Tech AI&DS at ESEC?

Ans. Under the Government Quota, the annual tuition fee is Rs. 55,000 plus a development fee of Rs. 5,000, totalling Rs. 60,000 per year. Over 4 years, the total academic fee comes to Rs. 3,48,000 (including the one-time refundable caution deposit of Rs. 5,000). Hostel charges are separate and optional, approximately Rs. 1,20,000 per year.

Ques. What kind of companies recruit AI&DS students from ESEC, and what is the average salary?

Ans. AI&DS students from ESEC have been placed at companies like Above Cloud 9.AI (10 LPA), Avasoft (7 LPA), Soft Suave Technologies (4 LPA), Bookwormz (4.2 LPA), Cube AI Solutions (3.5 LPA), and New Jaisa Technologies (3.5 LPA). The average salary range for AI&DS graduates is approximately 3 to 4.5 LPA, with top performers securing packages above 6 LPA.

Ques. Does ESEC offer any industry certifications or value-added courses alongside the B.Tech AI&DS degree?

Ans. Yes, ESEC has a Cisco Local Academy, NPTEL Centre, and IIT Bombay Remote Centre on campus. Students can pursue Cisco certifications, NPTEL online courses, and industry-certified programmes in areas like Electric Vehicle Technology, IoT, and AI. The college also has a Centre of Excellence in IoT and an EV Centre of Excellence.

Ques. What is the TNEA cutoff for AI&DS at ESEC, and how competitive is it?

Ans. Based on the AICTE Mandatory Disclosure, the last year's cutoff mark for B.Tech AI&DS at ESEC was 182.00 (out of 200) under the TNEA merit system. This indicates moderate to high competition for this branch. Students with strong PCM scores (above 182/200 aggregate) have a good chance of securing a seat through the Government Quota.

Ques. Is the B.Tech AI&DS programme at ESEC recognised and what are the career prospects after graduation?

Ans. Yes, the programme is AICTE-approved and affiliated to Anna University, Chennai, which is one of the most reputed technical universities in India. Graduates can pursue careers as Data Analysts, Machine Learning Engineers, AI Developers, Business Intelligence Analysts, and Data Scientists. Higher studies options include M.Tech/M.E. in CSE or AI-related specialisations, or MBA programmes. The growing demand for AI and data science professionals in India and globally makes this one of the most future-ready engineering programmes available.