Alpha College of Engineering Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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17 Aug, 2026 Alpha College of Engineering TNEA Cutoff 2026 has been released. Check round-wise Alpha College of Engineering TNEA Cutoff 2026.

  • Round 2 TNEA Cutoff 2026 for BE/BTech is 111234-128789 for the Open Category.

Alpha College of Engineering Admission 2026 for BE and B.Tech programmes is conducted through TNEA counselling by Anna University’s Directorate of Technical Education. Selection is purely merit-based on Class 12 marks. No engineering entrance exam is required for Tamil Nadu students applying under government quota.

Admission Update:
  • BE/B.Tech 2026: TNEA 2026 counselling is ongoing. Round 2 seat allotment is in progress (August 2026).
  • ME 2026: TANCET 2026 exam concluded on May 9, 2026. ME counselling expected July to August 2026.
  • MBA 2026: TANCET 2026 MBA exam concluded. Counselling expected August to September 2026.
  • Affiliated with Anna University. AICTE-approved.
  • Management quota seats are available for BE/B.Tech. No entrance exam required. Selection is based on Class 12 marks.
  • Lateral entry to 3rd year is available for diploma and BSc (Maths) holders through TNEA lateral counselling.
  • All programmes follow Tamil Nadu Government reservation norms (BC, MBC, SC/ST, OBC-NCL, EWS).

Management Quota at Alpha College of Engineering: Management quota seats are filled directly by the college based on Class 12 marks. No TNEA rank is needed. Contact the admissions office at alphaengineering.edu.in for seat availability and documentation.

Alpha College of Engineering Admission Portal 2026: alphaengineering.edu.in

Alpha College BE/B.Tech Admission 2026

Alpha College of Engineering offers eight BE/B.Tech specialisations. Admission is through TNEA centralised counselling by Anna University. Government quota seats are 65% and management quota seats are 35% of intake.


Alpha College BE/B.Tech Admission Dates 2026

TNEA 2026 counselling is active and Round 2 allotment is ongoing as of August 2026.

Event Date 2026
TNEA Registration Open May 3, 2026
TNEA Registration Close June 5, 2026
TNEA Rank List Release July 1, 2026
Round 1 Choice Filling July 20 to July 22, 2026
Round 1 Seat Allotment July 24, 2026
Round 2 Allotment August 2026 (ongoing)

As per Collegedunia Reviews, students praise the TNEA process for being transparent and merit-based. Reviewers highlight strong infrastructure and lab facilities in the CSE and AI departments.


Alpha College BE/B.Tech Eligibility Criteria 2026

Programme Eligibility Selection
BE/B.Tech (all branches) HSC (Class 12) with Physics, Maths, Chemistry/Biology. General: minimum 45% aggregate TNEA merit rank (Class 12 marks)
BE/B.Tech Lateral Entry Diploma (Engineering) or BSc (Maths) from recognised board TNEA lateral counselling merit list
  • Government quota (65% of seats): TNEA centralised counselling at tneaonline.org.
  • Management quota (35% of seats): directly by the college based on Class 12 marks.

Alpha College BE/B.Tech Selection Criteria 2026

There is no written entrance exam for BE/B.Tech admission at Alpha College of Engineering. Selection is purely on Class 12 academic merit through TNEA.

  • TNEA rank is based on Class 12 marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Maths.
  • Seat allotment is based on rank, category, and branch availability.
  • Management quota admissions are processed directly by the college’s admissions office.

How to Apply for BE/B.Tech at Alpha College of Engineering?

  • Register on tneaonline.org with Class 12 mark sheet and category certificate.
  • Receive TNEA rank automatically. No entrance exam needed.
  • Fill college and branch preferences and choose Alpha College of Engineering.
  • Accept allotment, pay fee, and report with original documents.

BE/B.Tech total fee: Government quota INR 2,20,000 (4 years) and management quota INR 8,60,000 (4 years). Lateral entry fee: INR 3,30,000 (BE) and INR 4,20,000 (B.Tech) for 3 years. Hostel: up to INR 85,000 per year.

Fees are subject to revision. Visit alphaengineering.edu.in for exact details.

Alpha College ME and MBA Admission 2026

Alpha College of Engineering offers ME (CSE) and MBA programmes affiliated with Anna University. Both follow Tamil Nadu PG admission norms through TANCET counselling.


Alpha College ME and MBA Admission Dates 2026

TANCET 2026 is concluded. ME and MBA admissions for 2026-27 are in progress.

Event Date 2026
TANCET 2026 Registration March 16 to April 15, 2026
TANCET 2026 Exam May 9, 2026
TANCET 2026 Result May 22, 2026
ME/MBA Counselling July to September 2026 (Tentative)

Alpha College ME and MBA Eligibility Criteria 2026

Programme Eligibility Accepted Exam
ME (CSE) BE/B.Tech in relevant engineering discipline. Minimum 55% (50% for reserved categories) TANCET / GATE
MBA Graduation (any discipline) with minimum 50% marks TANCET / CAT / CMAT

Alpha College ME and MBA Selection Criteria 2026

ME and MBA admissions follow Anna University’s centralised PG counselling process based on TANCET or GATE scores.

  • ME: TANCET or GATE merit rank used in Anna University PG counselling.
  • MBA: TANCET score determines merit in Anna University MBA counselling.

How to Apply for ME and MBA at Alpha College of Engineering?

  • Appear for TANCET or GATE (for ME) conducted by Anna University.
  • Register for Anna University PG counselling and choose Alpha College during choice filling.
  • Accept allotment and report with original documents.

ME total fee (2 years): Government quota INR 60,000 and management quota INR 2,20,000. MBA total fee (2 years): Government quota INR 41,000 and management quota INR 2,92,000.

Fees are subject to revision. Visit alphaengineering.edu.in for exact details.

Alpha College of Engineering Scholarships 2026

Alpha College of Engineering offers the Alpha Merit Scholarship Scheme. Top-performing TNEA admits may receive a full tuition fee waiver based on Class 12 marks. Tamil Nadu Government scholarships for BC, MBC, SC/ST, and EWS students are also applicable through the state scholarship portal.

Alpha College of Engineering Admission FAQs

Ques. Does Alpha College of Engineering Chennai accept JEE Main for admission?

Ans. No. Alpha College of Engineering admits BE/B.Tech students through TNEA counselling based on Class 12 marks. JEE Main is not part of the TNEA process.

Ques. What is the eligibility for BE/B.Tech admission at Alpha College of Engineering?

Ans. Candidates need Class 12 (HSC) with Physics, Maths, and Chemistry/Biology. General category requires 45% aggregate. Reserved categories get relaxation per Tamil Nadu norms.

Ques. What is TNEA and how does it work for Alpha College admission?

Ans. TNEA is Anna University’s centralised merit-based counselling for Tamil Nadu engineering colleges. Students register on tneaonline.org and get a rank based on Class 12 marks. No entrance exam is needed.

Ques. Is management quota available at Alpha College of Engineering?

Ans. Yes. Management quota seats are available. No entrance exam is required. Selection is based on Class 12 marks. Contact the admissions office at alphaengineering.edu.in for seat availability.

Ques. What is the total fee for BE/B.Tech at Alpha College of Engineering?

Ans. Total BE/B.Tech fee for government quota students is INR 2,20,000 over four years. Management quota students pay INR 8,60,000 over four years. Hostel accommodation is available at up to INR 85,000 per year.

Ques. What entrance exam is needed for ME and MBA at Alpha College?

Ans. ME requires TANCET or GATE. MBA requires TANCET, CAT, or CMAT. Both follow Anna University PG counselling.

Ques. Can diploma holders apply for lateral entry at Alpha College of Engineering?

Ans. Yes. Diploma holders and BSc (Mathematics) graduates can join the 3rd year of BE/B.Tech through TNEA lateral counselling. Lateral BE fee is INR 3,30,000 for 3 years.

Ques. What scholarships are available at Alpha College of Engineering?

Ans. Alpha College offers the Alpha Merit Scholarship Scheme with a full tuition fee waiver for top-ranked TNEA admits. Tamil Nadu Government scholarships for BC, MBC, SC/ST, and EWS students are also available.

Alpha College of Engineering Important Events

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Alpha College of Engineering Upcoming Important Dates 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Supplementary Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Ongoing
Aug 21, 2026 - Aug 23, 2026
SCA to SC Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Aug 25, 2026 - Aug 26, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
General Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 14, 2026 - Aug 19, 2026
General Special Reservation Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 09, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026
Govt (7.5%) Special Reservation Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 07, 2026 - Jul 08, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Supplementary Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Ongoing
Aug 21, 2026 - Aug 23, 2026
SCA to SC Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Upcoming
Aug 25, 2026 - Aug 26, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
General Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 14, 2026 - Aug 19, 2026
TANCET 2024 Counselling Date
Jul 10, 2026
General Special Reservation Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 09, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026

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