The Master of Engineering (M.E.) in Applied Electronics at C Abdul Hakeem College of Engineering and Technology (CAHCET), Melvisharam, Vellore, Tamil Nadu is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme affiliated with Anna University, Chennai and approved by AICTE, with the college holding NAAC Grade A accreditation. The programme covers advanced topics in electronic circuit design, signal processing, VLSI systems, embedded systems, and sensor applications, equipping graduates with research and design capabilities for industry and academia. Graduates are prepared for roles as electronics design engineer, VLSI engineer, embedded systems engineer, R&D scientist, government technical officer, and faculty.
📋 Admission Status: Applications for the 2026-27 batch are open through TANCET (M.E./M.Tech) conducted by Anna University in May 2026; GATE scores are also accepted.
Key Points
- Full-time 2-year M.E. in Applied Electronics at CAHCET, Melvisharam, Vellore, affiliated with Anna University.
- Covers advanced electronics, signal processing, VLSI design, and embedded systems.
- AICTE-approved; CAHCET holds NAAC Grade A accreditation.
- Admission through TANCET (M.E./M.Tech) or GATE score via Anna University PG counselling.
- Total programme fee INR 1,00,000 (INR 50,000 per year); GATE-qualified candidates eligible for MHRD stipend of INR 12,400/month.
CAHCET Vellore M.E. Applied Electronics Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Fee (per year) | INR 50,000 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | INR 1,00,000 |
- Total programme fees for the 2-year M.E. (Applied Electronics) at CAHCET is INR 1,00,000 (INR 50,000 per year). Fees are subject to revision; candidates should verify the current fee schedule with the CAHCET admissions office at cahcet.in.
- Students belonging to SC/ST/OBC/MBC categories are eligible for government fee concession and scholarship schemes under Tamil Nadu state norms.
- Hostel accommodation charges are separate from the tuition fee; contact CAHCET directly for current hostel tariffs.
CAHCET Vellore M.E. Applied Electronics Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| TANCET Registration Start | March 16, 2026 |
| TANCET Registration End | April 15, 2026 |
| TANCET Admit Card | April 27, 2026 |
| TANCET Exam Date | May 9, 2026 |
| TANCET Result | May 22, 2026 |
| Anna University PG Counselling | June to July 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| TANCET | April 15, 2026 | March 16 to April 15, 2026 | May 22, 2026 |
| GATE | February 1-2, 2026 | September to October 2025 | March 2026 |
- TANCET (M.E./M.Tech) is the primary route for M.E. admission at CAHCET; GATE scores are also accepted.
- The Anna University PG counselling process for M.E./M.Tech is conducted centrally; CAHCET participates under the Anna University engineering counselling system.
- CAHCET is AICTE-approved and NAAC Grade A accredited; the M.E. programme is affiliated with Anna University, Chennai.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a B.E./B.Tech degree in ECE, EEE, Instrumentation, Applied Electronics, or a relevant engineering discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for reserved categories).
- Candidates must possess a valid TANCET (M.E./M.Tech) or GATE score for the 2026-27 admission cycle.
- Final selection is based on TANCET or GATE score via Anna University PG counselling.
Admission Process
- Appear for TANCET (M.E./M.Tech) conducted by Anna University in May 2026, or present a valid GATE score.
- Register on the Anna University PG counselling portal after the TANCET result is announced in May 2026.
- Fill preference for CAHCET, Melvisharam during the counselling round based on your TANCET or GATE rank.
- Attend document verification and pay the semester fee to confirm the seat at CAHCET.
- Classes commence in August 2026 at CAHCET, Melvisharam.
✓ Opt for this if
- B.E./B.Tech ECE or EEE graduates from Tamil Nadu seeking M.E. at low cost (INR 1,00,000 total)
- GATE-qualified candidates seeking MHRD stipend (INR 12,400/month) at an affordable AICTE college
- Students targeting faculty or research roles in electronics after M.E.
- Students preferring Anna University PG counselling route (TANCET)
- Candidates in the Vellore-Chennai corridor who value proximity to home
✗ Skip if
- Students targeting M.E./M.Tech at IITs, NITs, or premier Anna University colleges
- Candidates needing strong industry R&D partnerships for M.E. research
- Students seeking high-placement M.E. programmes with global company tie-ups
- Candidates outside Tamil Nadu (M.E. seats primarily through TANCET/TN counselling)
CAHCET Vellore M.E. Applied Electronics Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Tamil Nadu State Government Scholarship | Fee concession based on category | SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS candidates with valid income certificate |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (PM-USPY) | Up to full tuition reimbursement | Minority community students with family income below prescribed limit |
| GATE Scholarship (MHRD) | INR 12,400/month stipend | GATE-qualified candidates admitted to M.E./M.Tech at AICTE-approved institutions |
- GATE-qualified candidates admitted to the M.E. programme are eligible for a monthly stipend of INR 12,400 under the MHRD GATE scholarship scheme.
- Government scholarships are processed through the Tamil Nadu state scholarship portal and require income and community certificates.
- Minority community students may be eligible for the PM-USPY Post-Matric Scholarship under the minority welfare scheme.
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