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C Abdul Hakeem College of Engineering and Technology (CAHCET), Vellore, Tamil Nadu, offers engineering and management programmes with fees varying by admission quota. Under the general quota, four-year BE and B.Tech programmes are priced between INR 2,00,000 and INR 4,40,000, while government quota fees range from INR 6,40,000 to INR 8,40,000 and management quota fees reach up to INR 6,96,000 for the same duration. MBA costs INR 1,11,000 (general quota) for two years, and MCA is priced at INR 1,46,000. CAHCET is affiliated to Anna University, Chennai, and approved by AICTE.
Note: Fee figures are based on CAHCET data for the 2026 cycle. Three quota categories apply: General, Government (TNEA-allocated seats), and Management. Aspirants should confirm applicable fees on the official portal at cahcet.com before taking admission.
CAHCET Vellore Course and Fees Quick Overview
- Programmes: BE (six branches), B.Tech (three branches), ME (Applied Electronics), MBA (three specializations), and MCA
- General quota BE and B.Tech fees: INR 2,00,000 to INR 4,40,000 for four years depending on branch
- Government quota BE and B.Tech fees: INR 6,40,000 to INR 8,40,000 for four years. Aeronautical Engineering is the highest at INR 8,40,000
- MBA fees: INR 1,11,000 (general quota) to INR 1,31,000 (government quota) for two years across Finance, HR, and Marketing
- MCA fees: INR 1,46,000 (general) to INR 2,10,000 (management quota) for two years
- Hostel: INR 30,000 to INR 50,000 per year for both Boys and Girls Hostels
- BE and B.Tech admission through TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions) based on 12th standard marks
CAHCET Vellore Courses and Fees 2026
Fees shown are for the General quota (four-year total for BE and B.Tech). Government and Management quota fees are detailed in the per-course sections below.
| Course | Total Fees (General Quota) |
|---|---|
| BE (Computer Science and Engineering) | INR 4,20,000 |
| BE (Electronics and Communication Engineering) | INR 4,20,000 |
| BE (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) | INR 4,20,000 |
| BE (Civil Engineering) | INR 4,20,000 |
| BE (Mechanical Engineering) | INR 4,20,000 |
| BE (Aeronautical Engineering) | INR 2,20,000 |
| B.Tech (AI and Data Science) | INR 4,20,000 |
| B.Tech (Computer Science and Business Systems) | INR 4,20,000 |
| B.Tech (Information Technology) | INR 4,40,000 |
| MBA (Finance, HR, Marketing) | INR 1,11,000 |
| MCA | INR 1,46,000 |
CAHCET Vellore BE Fees 2026
Six branches of BE are offered at CAHCET, all running four years. The core branches (CSE, ECE, EEE, Civil, and Mechanical) share a uniform general quota fee of INR 4,20,000, with government quota at INR 6,40,000 and management quota fees ranging from INR 5,68,000 to INR 6,88,000 depending on branch. Aeronautical Engineering is the outlier: general quota is priced lower at INR 2,20,000, yet government quota is the highest in the college at INR 8,40,000, reflecting the regulated fee for this specialized branch. BE CSE (AI and Machine Learning) is listed only under the general quota at INR 2,00,000, the lowest BE fee in the college.
Admission to BE runs through TNEA, the Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions process managed by the Directorate of Technical Education, based on aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics in the 12th standard. CAHCET is a minority institution (Muslim minority), which may make certain seats available through a separate minority admission process alongside TNEA. For management quota, the college conducts its own admission process. Minimum eligibility is 45 per cent aggregate in the qualifying subjects (40 per cent for reserved categories under Tamil Nadu norms).
BE Specializations and Fees by Quota
| Specialization | General Quota | Govt Quota | Management Quota |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | INR 4,20,000 | INR 6,40,000 | INR 5,68,000 |
| Computer Science and Engineering | INR 4,20,000 | INR 6,40,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | INR 4,20,000 | INR 6,40,000 | INR 5,68,000 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | INR 4,20,000 | INR 6,40,000 | INR 6,08,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | INR 4,20,000 | INR 6,40,000 | INR 5,68,000 |
| Aeronautical Engineering | INR 2,20,000 | INR 8,40,000 | INR 3,48,000 |
| CSE (AI and Machine Learning) | INR 2,00,000 | Not available | Not available |
CAHCET Vellore B.Tech Fees 2026
Three B.Tech programmes run at CAHCET, all four years long. AI and Data Science and Computer Science and Business Systems each cost INR 4,20,000 under the general quota, matching the core BE branches. IT is priced slightly higher at INR 4,40,000 (general quota), making it the costliest B.Tech option at CAHCET. Under the government quota, all three B.Tech branches carry an identical fee of INR 6,40,000. Management quota fees reach INR 6,88,000 for AI and DS and CSBS, and INR 6,96,000 for IT. Admission runs through TNEA for government quota seats and directly through the institution for management quota.
B.Tech Specializations and Fees by Quota
| Specialization | General Quota | Govt Quota | Management Quota |
|---|---|---|---|
| AI and Data Science | INR 4,20,000 | INR 6,40,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| Computer Science and Business Systems | INR 4,20,000 | INR 6,40,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| Information Technology | INR 4,40,000 | INR 6,40,000 | INR 6,96,000 |
CAHCET Vellore Fees for Other Courses 2026
MBA at CAHCET is available in three specializations (Finance, Human Resource, and Marketing) at a flat INR 1,11,000 under the general quota for the two-year programme. An unusual inversion shows management quota (INR 1,10,000) costing marginally less than general quota for MBA. Government quota MBA is priced at INR 1,31,000. MBA admission runs through TANCET, CAT, or MAT scores via Anna University counselling. MCA runs two years at INR 1,46,000 (general quota), INR 1,91,000 (government quota), and INR 2,10,000 (management quota). ME in Applied Electronics is available under the general quota at INR 2,60,000 for two years, with a notably low government quota fee of INR 60,000, representing GATE fellowship-supported or heavily subsidized placement.
| Course | General Quota | Govt Quota | Management Quota |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA (Finance / HR / Marketing) | INR 1,11,000 | INR 1,31,000 | INR 1,10,000 |
| MCA | INR 1,46,000 | INR 1,91,000 | INR 2,10,000 |
| ME (Applied Electronics) | INR 2,60,000 | INR 60,000 | Not available |
CAHCET Vellore Application Fees
CAHCET, being an Anna University affiliated institution, does not charge a separate institute application fee for TNEA-allotted seats. Students pay the TNEA registration fee to the Directorate of Technical Education, Tamil Nadu. For management quota and NRI quota seats, CAHCET may levy a direct registration fee during application. The NRI quota, where applicable, typically carries a higher fee than the management quota rate.
- TNEA registration fee: paid to the Directorate of Technical Education, Tamil Nadu at the time of TNEA online registration (not a college fee)
- TANCET fee: paid to Anna University for students seeking MBA or ME admission through TANCET (Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test)
- Management quota registration: a direct registration fee may be levied by CAHCET for self-managed quota seats. Verify the amount at cahcet.com before applying
Check the TNEA portal at tneaonline.org and the official CAHCET portal at cahcet.com for current registration fee amounts before applying.
CAHCET Vellore Hostel and Mess Fees 2026
On-campus hostel accommodation at CAHCET Vellore is available for both boys and girls at INR 30,000 to INR 50,000 per year. The range reflects different room types and occupancy levels within the hostel blocks. Mess charges are levied separately based on the meal plan and are not included in the hostel fee. At INR 30,000 per year at the base tier, CAHCET’s hostel is among the more affordable options for private college accommodation in the Vellore area of Tamil Nadu.
| Category | Per-Year Amount | Applicable Programmes |
|---|---|---|
| Boys Hostel | INR 30,000 to INR 50,000 | BE, B.Tech, ME, MBA, MCA |
| Girls Hostel | INR 30,000 to INR 50,000 | BE, B.Tech, ME, MBA, MCA |
Hostel seat availability is subject to capacity at the time of admission. Students from outside Vellore district are typically given priority for hostel allotment. Mess rates and detailed hostel charge breakdowns, including different meal plan options, can be verified at cahcet.com ahead of joining.
CAHCET Vellore Courses and Fees FAQs
Ques. What is the total BE fee at CAHCET Vellore?
Ans. BE fees at CAHCET Vellore vary by admission quota. Under the general quota, core branches (CSE, ECE, EEE, Civil, Mechanical) cost INR 4,20,000 for four years. Government quota fees are INR 6,40,000 and management quota ranges from INR 5,68,000 to INR 6,88,000 depending on branch. Aeronautical Engineering general quota is INR 2,20,000 and government quota is INR 8,40,000.
Ques. What is the B.Tech fee at CAHCET Vellore?
Ans. B.Tech at CAHCET costs INR 4,20,000 (general quota) for AI and Data Science and CSBS, and INR 4,40,000 (general quota) for Information Technology, all for four years. Government quota fees are a uniform INR 6,40,000 across all three B.Tech programmes. Management quota fees reach INR 6,88,000 for AI+DS and CSBS, and INR 6,96,000 for IT.
Ques. What is the MBA fee at CAHCET Vellore?
Ans. MBA at CAHCET Vellore costs INR 1,11,000 (general quota) for the two-year programme, uniform across Finance, Human Resource, and Marketing specializations. Government quota MBA is INR 1,31,000, and management quota is INR 1,10,000. MBA admission runs through TANCET or CAT or MAT scores and TANCET counselling by Anna University.
Ques. What is the hostel fee at CAHCET Vellore?
Ans. CAHCET Vellore charges INR 30,000 to INR 50,000 per year for both Boys Hostel and Girls Hostel. The range covers different room types and occupancy levels. Mess charges are billed separately. Hostel allocation is subject to seat availability. Verify the current rates and available room types at cahcet.com.
Ques. What is the total BE fee at CAHCET Vellore including hostel?
Ans. Hostel at INR 30,000 to INR 50,000 per year adds INR 1,20,000 to INR 2,00,000 over four BE years. Combined with the general quota BE fee of INR 4,20,000 for core branches, the total expenditure including hostel (excluding mess) ranges from approximately INR 5,40,000 to INR 6,20,000 for the full four-year programme.
Ques. What is the per-semester fee at CAHCET Vellore for BE/B.Tech?
Ans. For core BE branches under the general quota, the four-year total of INR 4,20,000 works out to INR 52,500 per semester across eight semesters. Under government quota (INR 6,40,000), the per-semester amount is INR 80,000. Aeronautical Engineering government quota at INR 8,40,000 equals INR 1,05,000 per semester.
Ques. What is the MCA fee at CAHCET Vellore?
Ans. MCA at CAHCET Vellore costs INR 1,46,000 (general quota), INR 1,91,000 (government quota), or INR 2,10,000 (management quota) for the two-year programme. Management quota is the costliest, costing 44 per cent more than general quota. Admission for government quota MCA runs through TANCET and Anna University counselling.
Ques. What is the ME fee at CAHCET Vellore?
Ans. ME (Applied Electronics) at CAHCET Vellore costs INR 2,60,000 (general quota) for two years. The government quota fee for ME is INR 60,000 for the full programme, which is significantly lower. ME admission for government quota runs through TANCET and Anna University CCMT counselling, with GATE or TANCET scores as eligibility.
Ques. What is the application fee for CAHCET Vellore?
Ans. CAHCET does not charge a direct institute application fee for TNEA-allotted seats. Students pay the TNEA registration fee to the Directorate of Technical Education, Tamil Nadu. For management quota seats, a registration fee may apply directly at CAHCET. Check tneaonline.org for TNEA fees and cahcet.com for management quota admission charges.
Ques. Does CAHCET Vellore offer fee concessions for SC/ST students?
Ans. Students from SC, ST, and other backward class categories admitted through TNEA at CAHCET are eligible for Tamil Nadu government scholarship schemes, which reimburse tuition and other regulated fees. CAHCET is an Anna University affiliated minority institution, and category-wise scholarship benefits are processed through state welfare portals. Verify eligibility at tamilnaduscholarships.gov.in.
Ques. How does CAHCET Vellore compare with other engineering colleges in Vellore?
Ans. CAHCET’s general quota BE fees of INR 4,20,000 (four years) and government quota fees of INR 6,40,000 are in line with other Anna University affiliated private engineering colleges in the Vellore district. The hostel fee range of INR 30,000 to INR 50,000 per year is competitive for the region. Admission to all colleges in the area goes through the same TNEA merit-based process.
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