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Arunai Engineering College Admission 2026 follows Tamil Nadu’s TNEA counselling model for all UG engineering and technology programmes. AEC is affiliated with Anna University, Chennai, and approved by AICTE. BE and B.Tech admission is purely merit-based on Class 12 marks through TNEA counselling. No entrance exam is required for UG admission. 65% of seats are filled under government quota through TNEA and 35% under management quota by the institute.
- BE/B.Tech (First Year): TNEA 2026 registration open May 3 to June 5, 2026. Rank list published July 1, 2026. TNEA counselling allotment rounds expected July to August 2026 (Tentative).
- ME/M.Tech and MBA: TANCET 2026 conducted May 9, 2026. Result declared May 22, 2026. Anna University PG counselling expected June to July 2026 (Tentative).
- AEC Tiruvannamalai TNEA Code is 1504. Use this code when filling the TNEA option form at tnea.ac.in.
- Seat split: 65% Government quota through TNEA counselling and 35% Management quota filled directly by the institution.
- No entrance exam is required for BE/B.Tech admission. Selection is based entirely on Class 12 marks in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
- Government quota general fee is INR 7,68,000 total for four years. Management quota fee is INR 3,48,000 total. Contact AEC for detailed annual breakup.
AEC Admission Portal 2026: arunaiengineering.ac.in | TNEA Portal: tnea.ac.in
Management Quota at AEC Tiruvannamalai: 35% of UG engineering seats at AEC are under management quota. Management quota admission is based on Class 12 academic merit and is processed directly by the college after TNEA rounds. Management quota fee is INR 3,48,000 total for four years. Contact the AEC admissions office for management quota application details.
AEC BE/B.Tech Admission 2026
Arunai Engineering College BE and B.Tech admission is through TNEA counselling for 65% government quota seats. The remaining 35% are management quota seats filled by the institute based on Class 12 merit. AEC offers BE in Civil, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronics, Electronics and Communication, and Mechanical Engineering, and B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering, Information Technology, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, and Cyber Security.
AEC BE/B.Tech Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| TNEA Registration Start | May 3, 2026 | Online (tnea.ac.in) |
| TNEA Registration End | June 5, 2026 | Online |
| TNEA Rank List Publication | July 1, 2026 | Online |
| TNEA Counselling and Allotment | July to August 2026 (Tentative) | Online counselling |
AEC BE/B.Tech Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Community | Minimum Marks in Maths, Physics, Chemistry | Admission Route |
|---|---|---|
| OC (Open Category) | 50% average in MPC group | TNEA counselling (tnea.ac.in), AEC Code 1504 (Government Quota 65%) |
| BC (Backward Class) | 45% average in MPC group | |
| MBC/DNC | 40% average in MPC group | |
| SC/ST | 40% (pass marks) | |
| Management Quota (All Communities) | 10+2 pass with Maths, Physics, Chemistry. No minimum percentage specified under management quota | Direct application to AEC admissions office (35% seats) |
The fees mentioned above are subject to revision and have been included for reference. Contact the college or visit arunaiengineering.ac.in for exact fee details.
AEC BE/B.Tech Selection Criteria 2026
AEC BE/B.Tech selection follows the TNEA merit process for government quota seats. TNEA rank is based solely on Class 12 marks in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
- Government quota (65%): TNEA rank determines seat allotment. Tamil Nadu state reservation norms for BC, MBC/DNC, SC, ST, and PwD apply.
- Management quota (35%): AEC fills these seats directly based on Class 12 academic merit after TNEA government quota rounds.
- Non-Tamil Nadu candidates must submit a Migration Certificate at the time of admission for government quota seats.
As per Collegedunia Reviews, students at AEC appreciate the campus atmosphere and note that management quota admission is relatively accessible. CSE and ECE are noted as the most sought-after branches with higher TNEA cutoffs compared to other branches at the college.
How to Apply for BE/B.Tech at AEC Tiruvannamalai?
- Register on the TNEA portal at tnea.ac.in from May 3, 2026 onwards with Class 12 marksheet and required documents.
- Wait for TNEA rank list published on July 1, 2026.
- Fill option form and choose AEC (Code 1504) and preferred branch during TNEA counselling.
- For management quota seats, contact AEC admissions office directly after TNEA government quota rounds conclude.
- Pay the admission fee and report to the college for document verification.
Note: AEC Tiruvannamalai has a total of 360 BE seats across six engineering branches, each carrying 60 seats. For B.Tech specialisation seat counts, contact the AEC admissions office at arunaiengineering.ac.in or visit the college directly.
AEC ME/M.Tech Admission 2026
AEC Tiruvannamalai offers ME in Computer Science and Engineering, Applied Electronics, Power Electronics and Drives, Structural Engineering, and Thermal Engineering, plus M.Tech in Biotechnology. All PG engineering admissions are through TANCET scores and Anna University centralised PG counselling. ME/M.Tech total fee is INR 2,80,000 (general quota) or INR 1,20,000 (government quota).
AEC ME/M.Tech Admission Dates 2026
| Event | Date | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| TANCET Registration | March 16 to April 15, 2026 | Online (tancet.annauniv.edu) |
| TANCET Admit Card | April 27, 2026 | Download from portal |
| TANCET ME/M.Tech Exam | May 9, 2026 | OMR-based |
| TANCET Result | May 22, 2026 | Online |
| Anna University PG Counselling | June to July 2026 (Tentative) | Online counselling |
AEC ME/M.Tech Eligibility Criteria
| Programme | Eligibility | Accepted Exam |
|---|---|---|
| ME/M.Tech (All Specialisations) | BE/B.Tech in relevant branch with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) | TANCET ME/M.Tech or GATE |
AEC ME/M.Tech Selection Criteria
ME/M.Tech selection is based on TANCET rank through Anna University’s centralised PG engineering counselling. GATE score holders are also eligible for PG engineering admission.
How to Apply for ME/M.Tech at AEC?
- Register for TANCET on tancet.annauniv.edu and appear for the ME/M.Tech exam on May 9, 2026.
- After result, register for Anna University PG counselling and select AEC Tiruvannamalai and preferred ME/M.Tech specialisation.
- Pay the admission fee and confirm seat after allotment.
AEC MBA Admission 2026
AEC Tiruvannamalai MBA admission is through TANCET MBA scores and Anna University’s centralised PG management counselling. Total MBA fee at AEC is INR 82,000 (general quota) or INR 41,000 (government quota) for the full two-year programme.
AEC MBA Admission Dates 2026
| Event | Date | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| TANCET MBA Registration | March 16 to April 15, 2026 | Online (tancet.annauniv.edu) |
| TANCET MBA Exam | May 9, 2026 | OMR-based |
| TANCET Result | May 22, 2026 | Online |
| Anna University MBA Counselling | June to July 2026 (Tentative) | Online counselling |
AEC MBA Eligibility Criteria
| Programme | Eligibility | Accepted Exam |
|---|---|---|
| MBA | Any Bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) | TANCET MBA |
AEC MBA Selection Criteria
MBA admission is based on TANCET MBA rank. Anna University conducts centralised PG management counselling for all Tamil Nadu affiliated self-financing engineering colleges including AEC.
How to Apply for MBA at AEC Tiruvannamalai?
- Register for TANCET MBA at tancet.annauniv.edu and appear for the May 9, 2026 exam.
- Register for Anna University MBA counselling after result and select AEC Tiruvannamalai in the option form.
- Confirm the seat by paying the admission fee after allotment.
AEC Tiruvannamalai Scholarships 2026
Students admitted to AEC Tiruvannamalai are eligible for Tamil Nadu government and central government scholarships based on community and economic criteria.
- Tamil Nadu Post-matric Scholarship: For BC, MBC/DNC, SC, and ST students through the Tamil Nadu state social welfare portal.
- SC/ST Merit Scholarship: Full fee reimbursement for eligible SC and ST students as per Government of Tamil Nadu norms.
- Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships: For students with family income below INR 8,00,000 per year. Administered via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).
- EBC Scholarship: For Economically Backward Class students meeting Tamil Nadu government income criteria.
AEC Tiruvannamalai Admission FAQs
Ques. What is the TNEA code for Arunai Engineering College Tiruvannamalai?
Ans. The TNEA code for Arunai Engineering College (AEC) is 1504. Use this code when filling the option form on the TNEA portal at tnea.ac.in during counselling.
Ques. Is an entrance exam required for BE/B.Tech admission at AEC?
Ans. No. AEC BE and B.Tech admission for the government quota (65% of seats) is based purely on Class 12 marks in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry through TNEA counselling. No entrance exam is required.
Ques. What is the seat distribution between government quota and management quota at AEC?
Ans. At AEC Tiruvannamalai, 65% of UG engineering seats are filled through TNEA government quota counselling and 35% are management quota seats filled directly by the institution based on Class 12 merit.
Ques. What is the management quota fee at AEC Tiruvannamalai?
Ans. The total management quota fee for BE/B.Tech at AEC is INR 3,48,000 for the full four-year programme. The government quota general fee is INR 7,68,000 total. Contact the AEC admissions office for the current year annual fee breakup.
Ques. What minimum percentage is required for TNEA-based BE admission at AEC?
Ans. OC candidates need a minimum of 50% average in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry at the Class 12 level. BC candidates need 45%, and MBC/DNC and SC/ST candidates need 40% to be eligible for TNEA-based government quota admission at AEC.
Ques. What exam is needed for ME/M.Tech admission at AEC?
Ans. ME and M.Tech admission at AEC Tiruvannamalai requires a valid TANCET score (Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test). GATE score holders are also eligible. Counselling is conducted by Anna University.
Ques. How to apply under management quota at AEC?
Ans. Management quota seats are filled directly by AEC after TNEA government quota rounds. Candidates should contact the AEC admissions office at arunaiengineering.ac.in with Class 12 marksheet and other required documents to apply under management quota.
Ques. What is the total BE seat intake at AEC Tiruvannamalai?
Ans. AEC Tiruvannamalai has a total of 360 BE seats across six branches including Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronics, Electronics and Communication, Mechanical Engineering, with 60 seats each. B.Tech programme seats are additional. Contact the college for exact B.Tech branch-wise intake.
Ques. What is the MBA fee at AEC Tiruvannamalai?
Ans. The total MBA fee at AEC is INR 82,000 for the full two-year programme under general quota, or INR 41,000 under the government fee structure. Admission is through TANCET MBA and Anna University counselling.
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