Meenakshi Sundararajan Engineering College Chennai B.Tech Artificial Intelligence & Data Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Meenakshi Sundararajan Engineering College [MSEC], Kodambakkam, Chennai, an autonomous college affiliated to Anna University, AICTE-approved, NAAC-accredited Grade A, offers a four-year B.Tech AI&DS programe with an approved intake of 60 seats. The programe covers foundations of AI, ML algorithms, deep learning, neural networks, data science and analytics, big data technologies, natural language processing, computer vision, and Python programming. The total tuition fees for the four-year programme are INR 2,00,000. Collegedunia ranks MSEC 456 in its 2026 India B.Tech Colleges list.

B.Tech AI&DS admissions at MSEC for 2026-27 are through TNEA centralised counselling by Anna University. TNEA registration is open from May 3 to June 2, 2026; counselling rounds are expected in July and August 2026.

Key Points

• MSEC is an autonomous college affiliated to Anna University with NAAC Grade A accreditation.
• TNEA code for MSEC is 1309; B.Tech AI&DS has an intake of 60 seats.
• Total tuition fees for the four-year B.Tech AI&DS programme are INR 2,00,000 (INR 50,000 per year).
• Admission is through TNEA centralised counselling based on 10+2 PCM marks.

MSEC B.Tech AI&DS Fees

B.Tech AI&DS Fee Structure

• Total tuition fees for the four-year B.Tech AI&DS programme are INR 2,00,000 (INR 50,000 per year), payable annually at the start of each academic year.
• Examination fees for university-conducted examinations (if applicable) and autonomous examination fees are levied separately and are not included in the above tuition figures.
• Hostel and mess charges, if availed, are billed separately and are not included in the above fee structure.

MSEC B.Tech AI&DS Admission 2026

Important Dates

Entrance Exam Dates

• Admission to B.Tech AI&DS at MSEC is through TNEA, the Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions centralised counselling conducted by Anna University. Allocation is based on the candidate’s 10+2 PCM marks and TNEA normalised score.
• Students with GATE or JEE Main scores may also apply under special quota categories as per Anna University and government norms; confirm availability with the admissions office.
• Candidates shortlisted during TNEA counselling must report for document verification at the allotted college with original certificates; admission is confirmed after fee payment within the stipulated date.
• Documents required: Class X and XII mark sheets, transfer certificate, community certificate, TNEA allotment letter, and passport-size photographs.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects plus any one of Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, Computer Science, or Electronics, from a recognised board.
• A minimum aggregate of 45% in PCM is required; relaxation applies for reserved category candidates as per Tamil Nadu government norms.
• Admission is through TNEA centralised counselling by Anna University; no separate entrance examination is conducted.

Admission Process

• Register on the TNEA portal (annauniv.edu or the official TNEA site) between May 3 and June 2, 2026 and upload required documents.
• Obtain the TNEA normalised score based on 10+2 PCM marks (released June 29, 2026).
• During the counselling window (July to August 2026), fill in college-branch preferences and select MSEC (MSEC) with TNEA code 1309.
• Receive the TNEA allotment for B.Tech AI&DS and report to MSEC for document verification with original certificates on the notified date.
• Pay the first-year tuition fee at the MSEC accounts office to confirm admission and obtain the fee receipt and student identity card.

MSEC B.Tech AI&DS Scholarships 2026

B.Tech AI&DS Scholarships Available

• Tamil Nadu state government scholarships (SC/ST/BC/MBC) are disbursed through the Tamil Nadu e-Scholarships portal; students must apply within the notified window after admission and maintain the prescribed attendance record.
• Central government scholarships under the NSP are open to eligible students across categories; apply at scholarships.gov.in after admission is confirmed.
• Scholarship documentation requirements and deadlines should be confirmed at the MSEC admissions office at the time of joining.