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Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering and Technology (CIPET), Chennai offers specialized programmes in plastics, polymers, and manufacturing engineering with total fees ranging from INR 62,350 (Post Diploma, 18 months) to INR 2.65 Lakhs (B.Tech Plastic Engineering, 4 years). BE Manufacturing Engineering costs INR 2.45 Lakhs for four years. Both M.Tech Plastic Engineering and ME CAD/CAM are identically priced at INR 1.37 Lakhs for two years. M.Sc Polymer Science is the most affordable PG path at INR 86,420 for two years.
Note: Fee figures reflect the latest published cycle for CIPET Chennai. Fees vary slightly between Year 1 and subsequent years due to one-time charges at admission. Candidates should confirm current-cycle figures at www.cipet.gov.in before payment.
CIPET Chennai Course and Fees Quick Overview
- Programmes from Post Diploma (18 months) to B.Tech (4 years), spanning Plastic Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, CAD/CAM, Polymer Science, and Mould Technology
- Total fees from INR 62,350 (Post Diploma in Plastics Mold Technology) to INR 2.65 Lakhs (B.Tech Plastic Engineering)
- M.Tech and ME CAD/CAM are identically priced at INR 1.37 Lakhs — the two PG engineering tracks carry the same fee
- M.Sc Polymer Science at INR 86,420 is the most affordable PG qualification at CIPET Chennai
- Both Diploma programmes (Plastic Technology and Mould Technology) share an identical fee structure at INR 1.03 Lakhs over 3 years
- Boys and Girls hostels on campus at up to INR 20,000 per year
CIPET Chennai Courses and Fees 2026
| Course | Duration | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Post Diploma in Plastics Mold Technology | 18 months | INR 62,350 |
| PG Diploma in Plastics Processing and Testing | 2 years | INR 82,350 |
| M.Sc Polymer Science | 2 years | INR 86,420 |
| Diploma in Plastic Technology | 3 years | INR 1.03 Lakhs |
| Diploma in Plastics Mould Technology | 3 years | INR 1.03 Lakhs |
| M.Tech Plastic Engineering / Technology | 2 years | INR 1.37 Lakhs |
| ME CAD/CAM | 2 years | INR 1.37 Lakhs |
| BE Manufacturing Engineering (Lateral) | 3 years | INR 1.86 Lakhs |
| B.Tech Plastic Engineering (Lateral) | 3 years | INR 2.00 Lakhs |
| BE Manufacturing Engineering | 4 years | INR 2.45 Lakhs |
| B.Tech Plastic Engineering | 4 years | INR 2.65 Lakhs |
CIPET Chennai B.Tech and BE Fees 2026
CIPET Chennai is one of India’s few institutions offering engineering degrees focused exclusively on plastics and manufacturing technology. B.Tech Plastic Engineering runs four years and costs INR 2.65 Lakhs total. BE Manufacturing Engineering runs the same duration at INR 2.45 Lakhs. In both programmes, Year 1 carries a higher fee due to one-time admission charges — subsequent years cost less. Admission is based on JEE Main rank or TNEA for Tamil Nadu candidates. Eligibility requires Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics with a minimum of 45%.
Lateral entry (direct admission to Year 2 for Diploma holders) is available in both programmes. B.Tech Plastic Engineering Lateral costs INR 2.00 Lakhs over three years. BE Manufacturing Engineering Lateral costs INR 1.86 Lakhs.
B.Tech and BE Specialisations and Fees
| Programme | Year 1 Fee | Year 2 to 4 (per year) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech Plastic Engineering | INR 72,435 | INR 64,350 | INR 2,65,485 |
| BE Manufacturing Engineering | INR 67,285 | INR 59,200 | INR 2,44,885 |
| B.Tech Plastic Engineering (Lateral) | INR 72,035 | INR 64,050 | INR 2,00,135 |
| BE Manufacturing Engineering (Lateral) | INR 67,385 | INR 59,200 | INR 1,85,785 |
CIPET Chennai M.Tech and ME Fees 2026
Both PG engineering tracks at CIPET Chennai share the same fee structure. M.Tech Plastic Engineering and ME CAD/CAM are each priced at INR 1,37,285 total for two years — Year 1 at INR 72,585 and Year 2 at INR 64,700. M.Tech admission is through GATE. ME CAD/CAM admission requirements follow the same GATE-based process. A relevant BE/B.Tech with a minimum of 55% is required for eligibility in both tracks.
M.Tech and ME Fee Bifurcation
| Component | M.Tech Plastic Engineering | ME CAD/CAM |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 fee | INR 72,585 | INR 72,585 |
| Year 2 fee | INR 64,700 | INR 64,700 |
| Total | INR 1,37,285 | INR 1,37,285 |
CIPET Chennai M.Sc Polymer Science Fees 2026
At INR 86,420 for two years, M.Sc Polymer Science is the most affordable postgraduate programme at CIPET Chennai — 37% cheaper than the M.Tech/ME routes. Year 1 costs INR 45,720 and Year 2 costs INR 40,700. This science-oriented programme covers polymer chemistry, materials characterisation, and processing. Eligibility requires a BSc in Chemistry, Physics, or a related science discipline.
CIPET Chennai Diploma and PG Diploma Fees 2026
Three shorter-duration pathways serve students entering the plastics and polymer industry at the diploma level. The Diploma in Plastic Technology and Diploma in Plastics Mould Technology are each 3-year programmes structured across six semesters, with fees totalling INR 1,02,650. The Post Diploma in Plastics Mold Technology runs 18 months (3 semesters) at INR 62,350 total. The PG Diploma in Plastics Processing and Testing is a 2-year (4-semester) programme at INR 82,350.
Diploma and PG Diploma Fees
| Programme | Duration | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Plastic Technology | 3 years (6 semesters) | INR 1,02,650 |
| Diploma in Plastics Mould Technology | 3 years (6 semesters) | INR 1,02,650 |
| PG Diploma in Plastics Processing and Testing | 2 years (4 semesters) | INR 82,350 |
| Post Diploma in Plastics Mold Technology | 18 months (3 semesters) | INR 62,350 |
CIPET Chennai Application Fees
CIPET conducts centralized admission through its national-level admission process. Applications are submitted online through the CIPET admission portal at cipet.gov.in.
- B.Tech and BE: admission based on JEE Main rank for national candidates and TNEA counselling for Tamil Nadu state-quota seats. CIPET charges a separate institute application/registration fee — confirm the current amount on the CIPET admission portal.
- M.Tech and ME: admission through GATE score. CIPET processes PG admissions centrally — check cipet.gov.in for the application fee and process.
- Diploma programmes: admission through CIPET’s own entrance or Class 10 merit. Application details are available on the CIPET portal.
Candidates should verify the current application fee and process directly on the official CIPET portal at www.cipet.gov.in before applying.
CIPET Chennai Hostel and Mess Fees 2026
Unlike many specialty technical institutes, CIPET Chennai provides on-campus hostel facilities for both male and female students. Annual hostel fees are up to INR 20,000 for both the Boys’ and Girls’ hostels. Mess charges are billed separately. Candidates should confirm the current hostel availability and fee structure directly with the institute.
| Hostel | Annual Fee | Gender |
|---|---|---|
| Boys’ Hostel | Up to INR 20,000 | Male |
| Girls’ Hostel | Up to INR 20,000 | Female |
CIPET Chennai Courses and Fees FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Tech Plastic Engineering at CIPET Chennai?
Ans. B.Tech Plastic Engineering at CIPET Chennai costs INR 2,65,485 for the full four-year programme. Year 1 is INR 72,435 (slightly higher due to one-time admission charges) and Years 2 to 4 are INR 64,350 per year each. Admission is through JEE Main rank or TNEA for Tamil Nadu students.
Ques. What is the BE Manufacturing Engineering fee at CIPET Chennai?
Ans. BE Manufacturing Engineering at CIPET Chennai costs INR 2,44,885 total for four years. Year 1 is INR 67,285 and Years 2 to 4 are INR 59,200 each. The lateral entry (3-year) track for Diploma holders costs INR 1,85,785 total.
Ques. What is the M.Tech fee at CIPET Chennai?
Ans. M.Tech Plastic Engineering at CIPET Chennai costs INR 1,37,285 for two years — INR 72,585 in Year 1 and INR 64,700 in Year 2. ME CAD/CAM is priced identically at INR 1,37,285. Admission to both programmes is through GATE score.
Ques. What is the M.Sc Polymer Science fee at CIPET Chennai?
Ans. M.Sc Polymer Science at CIPET Chennai costs INR 86,420 for two years — INR 45,720 in Year 1 and INR 40,700 in Year 2. This is the most affordable PG programme at CIPET Chennai, costing 37% less than the M.Tech and ME CAD/CAM tracks.
Ques. What is the per-semester fee at CIPET Chennai?
Ans. For B.Tech Plastic Engineering, the per-semester fee is INR 36,218 in Semester 1 (Year 1 first half) and INR 32,175 per semester from Semester 2 onwards. For Diploma programmes, individual semester fees range from INR 16,700 to INR 18,950. For M.Tech/ME, the fee is approximately INR 36,293 in the first semester and INR 32,350 in subsequent semesters.
Ques. What is the CIPET Chennai hostel fee?
Ans. CIPET Chennai operates separate Boys and Girls hostels on campus. Annual hostel fees are up to INR 20,000 for both hostels. Mess charges are billed separately. The hostel is available to students of all programmes subject to availability.
Ques. What is the B.Tech fee with hostel at CIPET Chennai?
Ans. For a B.Tech Plastic Engineering student in the on-campus hostel, the annual outlay is INR 64,350 to INR 72,435 (tuition) plus up to INR 20,000 (hostel), totalling up to INR 92,435 in Year 1 and up to INR 84,350 in subsequent years. Over four years, the combined cost is up to INR 3.45 Lakhs including hostel but excluding mess charges.
Ques. What is the Diploma fee at CIPET Chennai?
Ans. Both 3-year Diploma programmes (Plastic Technology and Plastics Mould Technology) cost INR 1,02,650 total across six semesters. Semester 1 of each programme costs INR 18,950 and subsequent semesters range from INR 16,700 to INR 16,800.
Ques. What is the difference between Post Diploma and PG Diploma at CIPET Chennai?
Ans. The Post Diploma in Plastics Mold Technology runs 18 months (3 semesters) and costs INR 62,350 total. The PG Diploma in Plastics Processing and Testing runs 2 years (4 semesters) and costs INR 82,350 total. The Post Diploma is shorter and cheaper. Both are postgraduate-level programmes requiring a Diploma or degree for eligibility.
Ques. Does CIPET Chennai have a lateral entry B.Tech programme?
Ans. Yes. CIPET Chennai offers lateral entry to both B.Tech Plastic Engineering and BE Manufacturing Engineering for Diploma holders entering directly into Year 2. B.Tech Plastic Engineering Lateral costs INR 2,00,135 for three years. BE Manufacturing Engineering Lateral costs INR 1,85,785 for three years.
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