Arunai Engineering College’s two-year ME Thermal Engineering programme, affiliated with Anna University, Chennai, equips graduates in heat transfer, fluid dynamics, thermodynamic systems, internal combustion engines, and energy management. Admission is through TANCET 2026 or a valid GATE score. The total fee is INR 60,000. Classes for the 2026-27 batch commence in August 2026.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to the ME 2026-27 batch at Arunai Engineering College are conducted through TANCET 2026 (Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test), administered by Anna University. TANCET 2026 was held on May 9, 2026, with results declared on May 22, 2026. Anna University counselling for affiliated ME colleges follows in June-July 2026. GATE scores are also accepted for merit-based seats. Management-quota seats are filled directly by the college.
Arunai Engineering College ME Thermal Engineering Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (per semester) | INR 15,000 |
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 30,000 |
| Total Fees (2 years) | INR 60,000 |
- The total payable for the two-year ME programme is INR 60,000, at INR 15,000 per semester across four semesters.
- Hostel and transport charges are levied separately and are not included in the total above. Confirm the current fee with the Arunai Engineering College admissions office before enrolment.
Arunai Engineering College ME Thermal Engineering Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| TANCET 2026 Registration | March 16 to April 15, 2026 |
| TANCET 2026 Exam Date | May 9, 2026 |
| TANCET 2026 Result | May 22, 2026 |
| Anna University ME Counselling | June to July 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| TANCET 2026 | March 16, 2026 | April 15, 2026 | May 9, 2026 (Result: May 22, 2026) |
| GATE 2026 | Varies | Varies | Score accepted for merit-based seats |
- Government-quota ME seats at Arunai Engineering College are allotted through TANCET 2026 counselling coordinated by Anna University. Candidates with a valid GATE score may also be considered under the merit-based category.
- Management-quota seats are filled directly by the college through its admissions office, subject to norms prescribed by the Tamil Nadu government and Anna University.
- Seat allocation is subject to the Tamil Nadu government reservation policy covering SC, ST, BC, MBC, and EWS categories.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a BE or B.Tech degree (or equivalent) from a recognised university in the relevant or allied engineering discipline.
- A minimum aggregate of 50 per cent marks in the qualifying degree (45 per cent for SC/ST candidates as per Anna University norms) is required.
- A valid score in TANCET 2026 ME or GATE is required for government-quota seats through Anna University counselling.
- Candidates appearing in their final-semester examination may apply provisionally, subject to meeting all eligibility requirements before commencement of classes.
Admission Process
- Appear in TANCET 2026 ME or obtain a valid GATE score; TANCET 2026 registration was open from March 16 to April 15, 2026.
- Register for Anna University centralised counselling after TANCET results (May 22, 2026); upload BE/B.Tech degree mark sheets, community certificate, and identity proof.
- Fill in college-branch preferences, listing Arunai Engineering College, Tiruvannamalai, and the desired ME specialisation among your choices.
- Accept the seat allotment and pay the provisional admission fee within the stipulated window to confirm your seat.
- Report to Arunai Engineering College with original documents (BE/B.Tech certificates, mark sheets, transfer certificate, community certificate if applicable) for verification and enrolment.
✓ Opt for this if
- Mechanical BE graduates in Tamil Nadu seeking affordable Anna University ME
- Engineers targeting BHEL, ONGC, or NTPC PSU roles via GATE in Mechanical
- TANCET-qualified candidates who prefer a local Tiruvannamalai college
- Fee-sensitive students; INR 60,000 total is very low for an ME programme
- Working engineers near Tiruvannamalai seeking evening or local PG study
✗ Skip if
- Candidates wanting research-intensive ME with funded projects and publications
- Engineers needing advanced thermal labs or industry tie-ups in automotive/power sector
- Students targeting private-sector R&D roles where college brand is a significant factor
- Candidates looking for placement support for core thermal engineering firms in metros
Arunai Engineering College ME Thermal Engineering Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Tamil Nadu Government SC/ST Scholarship | Full tuition reimbursement | SC/ST students domiciled in Tamil Nadu; income within state norms; credited to institution |
| Tamil Nadu Government BC/MBC Scholarship | Partial fee assistance | BC/MBC students domiciled in Tamil Nadu; income-based eligibility per state norms |
| Post-Graduate Indira Gandhi Scholarship (for Single Girl Child) | INR 36,200 per year | Single girl child pursuing full-time PG; apply via National Scholarship Portal |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | Up to INR 50,000 per year | Female students in AICTE-approved PG programmes; family income below INR 8 lakh per year |
- SC and ST students domiciled in Tamil Nadu are eligible for full tuition reimbursement under the Tamil Nadu government post-matric scholarship scheme.
- BC and MBC students may apply for partial fee assistance through the Tamil Nadu government scholarship portal; income limits and annual quotas apply.
- Single girl children pursuing full-time PG programmes may apply for the Post-Graduate Indira Gandhi Scholarship through the National Scholarship Portal.
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