TNEA plays a crucial role in streamlining the admission process for engineering aspirants in Tamil Nadu, ensuring a fair and transparent system. It provides opportunities for thousands of students to pursue quality engineering education in esteemed institutions across the state. Candidates are advised to keep themselves updated with the official TNEA website for the latest information and important dates related to the TNEA 2023 admission process.
TNEA stands for Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions. It is an online, single window, state-level entrance exam for admissions to all undergraduate and postgraduate engineering programs offered by colleges in Tamil Nadu. The exam is conducted by the Directorate of Technical Education, Tamil Nadu.
The exam is a computer-based test (CBT) and is held in multiple cities across Tamil Nadu. The result of the exam is announced in July every year.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration | Fourth week of August 2024 |
| Choice Filling | Fourth week of August 2024 |
| Seat Allotment (Round 1) | Late August 2024 |
| Payment of Fee and Documents Verification (Round 1) | Early September 2024 |
| Reporting to Colleges (Round 1) | Late September 2024 |
| Choice Filling (Round 2) | Mid-September 2024 |
| Seat Allotment (Round 2) | Late September 2024 |
| Payment of Fee and Documents Verification (Round 2) | Early October 2024 |
| Reporting to Colleges (Round 2) | Late October 2024 |
| Mop-Up Round | Mid-October 2024 |
| Highlight | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) |
| Conducting Body | The Directorate of Technical Education, Tamil Nadu |
| Exam Level | State Level |
| Eligibility | Candidates must have passed the 12th standard examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. |
| Exam Pattern | The exam will be conducted in a single shift. The duration of the exam will be 3 hours 30 minutes. The exam will consist of 180 multiple choice questions (MCQs). |
| Subject | Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics |
| Language | The exam will be conducted in English and Tamil. |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | Rs. 1000 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and Rs. 500 for SC/ST candidates |
| Exam Centers | The exam will be conducted at various centers across Tamil Nadu. |
| Result Declaration | The result will be declared in the month of June 2024. |
| Counselling | The counselling process will be conducted by the TNEA. |
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian Nationals only |
| Age | Minimum age of 17 years and maximum age of 25 years on July 1, 2024 |
| Education | Pass in the 12th standard examination with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry as compulsory subjects for Undergraduate Programs. Pass in a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized university with a minimum of 55% of marks in the aggregate for Postgraduate Programs. |
| Marks | Obtained a minimum of 50% of marks in the aggregate of Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry in the 12th standard examination for Undergraduate Programs. Obtained a minimum of 55% of marks in the aggregate of the Bachelor's degree for Postgraduate Programs. |
| State Domicile | Candidates must be a resident of Tamil Nadu for at least 10 years (Continuously or Discontinuously) as on June 4, 2023, for Undergraduate Programs. Candidates must be a resident of Tamil Nadu for at least 5 years (Continuously or Discontinuously) as on June 4, 2023, for Postgraduate Programs. |
| Reservation | Candidates belonging to reserved categories will be eligible for the benefits of reservation as per the rules of the Government of Tamil Nadu. |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration | Fourth week of August 2024 |
| Choice Filling | Fourth week of August 2024 |
| Seat Allotment (Round 1) | Late August 2024 |
| Payment of Fee and Documents Verification (Round 1) | Early September 2024 |
| Reporting to Colleges (Round 1) | Late September 2024 |
| Choice Filling (Round 2) | Mid-September 2024 |
| Seat Allotment (Round 2) | Late September 2024 |
| Payment of Fee and Documents Verification (Round 2) | Early October 2024 |
| Reporting to Colleges (Round 2) | Late October 2024 |
| Mop-Up Round | Mid-October 2024 |
TNEA 2024 Counseling Call Letter: The counseling call letter or invitation letter issued by the TNEA authorities.
TNEA 2024 Rank Card: The rank card indicating the candidate's rank in the TNEA 2023 merit list.
Class 10 Mark Sheet and Certificate: Original and photocopies of the Class 10 (SSLC) mark sheet and certificate as proof of date of birth.
Class 12 Mark Sheet and Certificate: Original and photocopies of the Class 12 (HSC) mark sheet and certificate, indicating the subjects studied.
Transfer Certificate (TC): TC issued by the candidate's previous school or institution, indicating that the candidate has left the institution.
Conduct Certificate: A conduct certificate from the candidate's previous school or institution, affirming the candidate's behavior and conduct.
Nativity Certificate: A nativity certificate for candidates claiming Tamil Nadu as their domicile, if applicable.
Permanent Community Certificate (if applicable): For candidates belonging to SC/ST/SCA/MBC & DNC/BC/BCM categories, a valid community certificate issued by the competent authority.
First Graduate Certificate (if applicable): For candidates who are first-generation graduates in their family, a first graduate certificate issued by the competent authority.
Differently Abled Certificate (if applicable): For candidates with disabilities, a differently abled certificate issued by a competent medical authority.
Income Certificate (if applicable): For candidates seeking fee exemption or concession, an income certificate issued by the competent authority.
Demand Draft (DD): A Demand Draft for the required counseling fee, drawn in favor of the Directorate of Technical Education, payable at the designated bank.
| Rank | Category | College | Course | Cut off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General | Indian Institute of Technology Madras | Computer Science and Engineering | 209 |
| 2 | SC | Indian Institute of Technology Madras | Mechanical Engineering | 199 |
| 3 | ST | Indian Institute of Technology Madras | Electrical Engineering | 193 |
| 4 | General | Anna University, Chennai | Computer Science and Engineering | 186 |
| 5 | SC | Anna University, Chennai | Mechanical Engineering | 178 |
| 6 | ST | Anna University, Chennai | Electrical Engineering | 172 |
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| Course | Top Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu |
|---|---|
| Computer Science Engineering | Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Anna University, Vellore Institute of Technology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli |
| Mechanical Engineering | Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Anna University, National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology |
| Electrical Engineering | Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Anna University, National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Anna University, National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology |
| Civil Engineering | Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Anna University, National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology |
| Biotechnology Engineering | Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Anna University, Vellore Institute of Technology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, SASTRA University |
| Food Technology | Anna University, PSG College of Technology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology, KLN College of Engineering |
| Chemical Engineering | Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Anna University, National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology |
| Aeronautical Engineering | Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Anna University, National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology |
| Automobile Engineering | Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Anna University, National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology |
| Marine Engineering | Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Anna University, National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology |
| Region/City | Top Engineering Colleges |
|---|---|
| Chennai | Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Anna University, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology, SSN College of Engineering, Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, Mepco Schlenk Engineering College, KCG College of Technology, Saveetha Engineering College |
| Coimbatore | PSG College of Technology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Coimbatore, Amrita School of Engineering, Anna University of Technology, Coimbatore, Hindusthan College of Engineering and Technology, Aalim Muhammed Salegh College of Engineering, REC, Tiruchirappalli |
| Madurai | Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Anna University of Technology, Madurai, VCET Madurai, Alagappa University, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai Institute of Technology |
| Tiruchirappalli | National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, MECON Engineering College, REC, Tiruchirappalli, Shriram Engineering College, Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology |
| Salem | K.L.N. College of Engineering, Dr. Mahalingam College of Engineering and Technology, National Engineering College, RVS Engineering College |
| Thanjavur | SASTRA University, TNEB College of Engineering, Thanjavur, Kamaraj College of Engineering and Technology |
| Tirunelveli | KSR College of Engineering, TNEB College of Engineering, Tirunelveli, Kumaraguru College of Technology |
| Vellore | Vellore Institute of Technology, SASTRA University, Hindustan University, Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering |
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