Dhanalakshmi College of Engineering (Autonomous), Chennai Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

Chennai, Tamil NaduEstd 2001 Anna University Chennai, Chennai NAAC Grade A 3.1

Dhanalakshmi College of Engineering (Autonomous), Chennai Latest Updates and News

24 Jul, 2026 TNEA Counselling 2026 is ongoing @tneaonline.org for BE/ BTech/ BArch admission. Check latest updates below-

  • Round 1 Tentative Allotment released. Confirm seat by Jul 25. Provisional allotment on Jul 26. College joining/reporting will be held from Jul 26 to 30, 2026. Read news!

16 Jul, 2026 TANCET 2026 Rank List is out. View Rank Lists. Objections (if any) must be submitted by July 20. The counselling for MCA & MBA will begin on July 25 & 30, 2026, respectively. Read News!

Established in 2001-2002, Dhanalakshmi College of Engineering (DCE) is an AICTE approved college and affiliated to Anna University, Chennai. The guidelines for admission to the college is laid down by the Government of Tamil Nadu. At present, Dhanalakshmi College of Engineering (DCE) offers six undergraduate and three postgraduate programs in various specializations.

  • BE/ B.Tech candidates should have passed the Higher Secondary Examination (10+2) in science stream with Mathematics, Chemistry, and Physics as main subjects.

  • Candidates who have passed Diploma from a government recognized institution are also eligible to apply.
  • Counselling to all the programs is conducted by the Tamil Nadu government online.
  • Admission to UG courses is done on the basis of Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) rank, conducted online by Anna University.
  • Candidates seeking admission to M.E./ MBA program should have passed graduation in engineering or equivalent from recognized university.
  • Candidates looking for admission to PG program are required to pass an appropriate UG Examination of Anna University or equivalent as specified for admission as per the Tamil Nadu Common Admission criteria (TANCA).
  • Admission to PG courses is done on the basis of Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test (TANCET) conducted by Anna University, Chennai on behalf of the Government of Tamil Nadu for candidates who seek admission to PG courses in the state.
  • Candidates seeking admission to the MBA/ M.E. courses in SXCCE must appear for the TANCET exam.
  • Applications for admission must be made through the prescribed form available with the prospectus at the campus or available online for download.
Name of the College Dhanalakshmi College of Engineering (Autonomous)
College Type Private
Basic Admission Criteria Merit-based/ TNEA Rank/ TANCET exam/ As per the norms of Tamil Nadu government.
Application Mode Online
Name of the Entrance B.Tech/B.E. – TNEA Rank
MBA/M.E. – TANCET/CMAT
Entrance Mode Offline
Counselling Online
Scholarship Yes

Dhanalakshmi College of Engineering (DCE) Important Dates

Some of the important upcoming exam dates for DCE admissions are as follows:

TANCET 2026 Dates

Events Date
TANCET 2026 Registration Date (Extended) Mar 16 - Apr 16, 2026
TANCET 2026 Exam Date May 09, 2026
TANCET 2026 Result Date May 22, 2026

CEETA-PG 2026 Exam Dates

Events Date
CEETA-PG 2026 Registration Date (Extended) Mar 16 - Apr 16, 2026
CEETA-PG 2026 Exam Date May 10, 2026
CEETA-PG 2026 Result Date May 22, 2026

TNEA 2026 Counselling Date (B.Tech)

Events Date
TNEA 2026 Round 2 Choice Filling & Locking Date Jul 26 - Jul 28, 2026
TNEA 2026 Round 3 Choice Filling & Locking Date Aug 07 - Aug 09, 2026
TNEA 2026 Counselling Registration Date (Extended) May 03 - Jun 05, 2026
Document Verification Date Jun 08 - Jun 20, 2026
Merit List Release Date Jun 29, 2026
TNEA 2026 Round 1 Choice Filling & Locking Date Jul 14 - Jul 16, 2026

Dhanalakshmi College of Engineering (DCE) UG Admissions

Admission to B.Tech/B.E. program of Dhanalakshmi College of Engineering (DCE) is based upon the marks obtained in qualifying examinations. The basic eligibility criteria for admission to the program is candidate should have passed in science stream with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as main subjects.

Candidates who have passed B.Sc. or Diploma in engineering by the State Board of Technical Education, Tamil Nadu or equivalent are eligible for lateral admission to the program.

Course Name Specializations Minimum Eligibility Selection Criteria
B.E.  Mechanical Engineering Higher Secondary Examinations of (10+2) Curriculum (Academic Stream) prescribed by the Government of Tamil Nadu with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry as three of the four subjects of study. Merit-based upon the qualifying examination.
Computer Science & Engineering
Electronics and Communication Engineering
Civil Engineering
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
B.Tech Information Technology

To apply for the program, a candidate should visit the college campus and confirm the availability of seats as per the pass percentage.  

  • Candidate should have passed the 10+2 examination in Science stream with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as main subjects.
  • During the counselling, one must ensure the availability of seats as per the rank secured in TNEA counselling as well as the merit-based upon the qualifying examination.
  • The college also offers lateral entry to second year B.E./ B.Tech program for which a candidate must have passed Diploma or B.Sc. from a recognized university.
  • Online registration fees for TNEA is INR 500 for general candidates whereas it is INR 250 for SC/ST or other reserved categories.

Dhanalakshmi College of Engineering (DCE) PG Admission

Dhanalakshmi College of Engineering (DCE) offers ME and MBA program at the post-graduate level. Admission to the programs is done on the basis of merit. The minimum qualification for this program is candidate should possess undergraduate degree as prescribed by the state government.

Course Name Specialization Minimum Eligibility Selection Criteria
M.E. Computer Science and Engineering Under-Graduate Degree Examination as per the Tamil Nadu Common Admission criteria (TANCA). Merit-Based/ Counselling/ Equivalent
Embedded Systems Engineering
MBA -

To apply for the program, a candidate should visit the college campus and confirm the availability of seats as per the pass percentage.  

  • For admission to PG program, the candidate must appear for TANCET exam, conducted by Anna University every year.
  • Admissions to PG courses offered by DCE is done on the basis of TANCA counselling.
  • Applicant must send the required documents to the Anna University office upon filling up the online application form for TANCET exam.
  • Online registration fees for TANCET is INR 500 for general candidates whereas it is INR 250 for SC/ST or other reserved categories.

Dhanalakshmi College of Engineering (DCE) Application Process

Dhanalakshmi College of Engineering (DCE, Chennai offers admission to B.Tech, MBA and ME program through respective entrance examination

  • Candidate need to register for TNEA through online mode to apply for B.E/B.Tech program.
  • Candidate are required to appear for TANCET exam conducted by Anna University every year. Admissions to PG programs offered by DCE is done on the basis of TANCA counselling.
  • Students should log on to the website of the college for registration in a particular program.
  • Candidate can register themselves by filling the prescribed form available online or offline.
  • At the time of physical counselling at allotted organizations, candidate must bring the relevant documents for verification.

Dhanalakshmi College of Engineering (Autonomous), Chennai Important Events

BE/B.Tech/B.Arch (TNEA)9+
MBA6

Dhanalakshmi College of Engineering (Autonomous), Chennai Upcoming Important Dates 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
General Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Ongoing
Jul 14, 2026 - Aug 19, 2026
Supplementary Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Aug 21, 2026 - Aug 23, 2026
SCA to SC Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Aug 25, 2026 - Aug 26, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
General Special Reservation Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 09, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026
Govt (7.5%) Special Reservation Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 07, 2026 - Jul 08, 2026
Grievances Redressal - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jun 28, 2026 - Jul 02, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
General Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Ongoing
Jul 14, 2026 - Aug 19, 2026
Supplementary Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Aug 21, 2026 - Aug 23, 2026
SCA to SC Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Aug 25, 2026 - Aug 26, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
TANCET 2024 Counselling Date
Jul 10, 2026
General Special Reservation Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 09, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026
Govt (7.5%) Special Reservation Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 07, 2026 - Jul 08, 2026

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