Anna University of Technology Tirunelveli Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

The admissions to B.E./B.Tech and B.Arch program at Anna University are based on national or state entrance scores and fulfillment of basic eligibility criteria. The university offers B.E./B.Tech. under the following disciplines-

1. Ceramic Technology
2. Leather Technology
3. Textile Technology
4. Petroleum Engineering and Technology
5. Mining Engineering
6. Civil Engineering
7. Cement Technology
8. Electrical Engineering
9. Mechanical Engineering
10. Computer Sc. & Engineering
11. Biotechnology Food Technology

B.Tech degrees are all full-time degrees, while some B.E. degrees are offered for part-time studies as well.

Anna University Tirunelveli B.E./B.Tech & B.Arch Eligibility Criteria

B.E./B.Tech

Candidates passed 10+2 with PCM Group or equivalent examination with Minimum 45%(40% for Reserved categories).

B.Arch

Candidates cleared 10+2 with Minimum 45%(40% for Reserved categories) are eligible to apply.

Anna University Tirunelveli B.E./B.Tech & B.Arch Selection Criteria

B.E./B.Tech

Admission is provided on the merit of class 12 examinations followed by TNEA counseling.

B.Arch

Selection in B.Arch is based on the NATA score

How to apply for B.E./B.Tech & B.Arch. at Anna University Tirunelveli?

Application forms for BE/ B.Tech and B.Arch courses offered by Anna University can be filled online by visiting the official portal of TNEA followed by document verification at the TNEA Facilitation Centers (TFCs).

Students can exercise their choices of desired institutions and branches after paying the initial deposit, i.e., INR 500 (INR 250 for SC/ST/PH and INR 100 for special reservation category) by Credit/ Debit Card/ Net-Banking or through DD drawn in favor of ‘The Secretary, TNEA Admissions, Anna University payable at Chennai’. 

Final seat allotment is confirmed by the admission authority only.

The admissions to the M.E./M.Tech program at Anna University are based on entrance and fulfillment of basic eligibility criteria.

Anna University Tirunelveli M.E./M.Tech Eligibility Criteria

To get admission in M.Tech at Anna University, the candidate must have done BE/B.Tech. in relevant branch or Equivalent or M.Sc. in Biotech/ Microbiology/Genetics/ Biochemistry or equivalent with minimum of 50% Marks (45% for reserved categories).

Anna University Tirunelveli M.E./M.Tech Selection Criteria

Students are admitted to M.E./M.Tech postgraduate programs with a valid GATE score and based on their ranks. A few students are admitted under the non-GATE category also, based on their ranks in the Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test (TANCET) conducted by Anna University itself.

Aside from M.Tech., Anna University also provides M.Sc., MBA, M.Com, and MCA in various specializations at the postgraduate level. Admission to M.Sc. is also granted via Lateral Entry.

The following specializations are offered under the discipline of M.Sc.

1. M.Sc. (Environmental Science)
2. M.Sc. (Materials Science)
3. M.Sc. (Mathematics)
4. M.Sc. (Medical Physics)
5. M.Sc. (Science and Technology Communication)
6. M.Sc. (Applied Chemistry)
7. M.Sc. (Applied Geology)
8. M.Sc. (Applied Mathematics)
9. M.Sc. (Computer Science)

Anna University Tirunelveli PG Eligibility Criteria

M.Sc.- Candidate done B.Sc. in relevant subject or Suitable combination with minimum of 45% Marks (40% for reserved categories) is eligible

MBA- Eligibility criteria for MBA is Graduation or equivalent examination with Minimum 50% (45% for reserved categories)

MCA- Candidate must be Graduated in any discipline or equivalent examination with Minimum 50% (45% for Reserved categories)

For lateral entry, BCA / B.Sc.(IT)/ B.Sc.(Computer Sc.) from recognized University minimum 50% (45% for Reserved categories) is required as eligibility.

Selection Criteria

Admission to all the courses M.Sc., MBA, and MCA is based on the university-based entrance (TANCET) followed by counseling or interview.

How to Apply for M.E./M.Tech. & PG Programs at Anna University Tirunelveli?

To apply for admission to the PG programs at Anna University, the students must apply for TANCET by visiting the official website of Anna University followed by submission of INR 700 (INR 350 for SC/ST/PH) as the application fee.

Documents required at the time of Counselling:

• X and XII mark sheet
• Degree Certificate/ Community Certificate (if applicable)
• Medical and Nativity Certificate (if applicable)
• Initial deposit of INR 5000 at the time of counseling in the form of DD

Anna University offers Ph.D. courses in various disciplines at the Doctoral level.

Anna University Tirunelveli Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates with a Master’s Degree (P.G) in the concerned/related subject with at least 55% marks are eligible to apply for Ph.D.
• Candidates belonging to SC/ST and / Physically Challenged categories shall be given a relaxation of 5% marks at the Master's Degree (P.G) eligibility criterion.

Selection Criteria

Admission in Ph.D. courses is directly based on merit in PG Degree

How to apply for Ph.D. at Anna University Tirunelveli?

Candidates are advised to follow the below-listed steps to apply for Ph.D. & MS by Research courses.

1. Visit the official website of Anna University.
2. Click on Online Application Portal.
3. Register and Login.
4. Fill the application form and pay the application fee of INR 800 (INR 400 for SC/ST) by Credit/ Debit Card or through Net-Banking.
5. Take the printout of the duly filled application form and send it to the university address along with fee receipt and self-attested copies of desired documents.