RCET ME FAQs
Ques. What are the five ME specialisations at RCET and how do I choose the right one?
Ans. RCET offers ME in Communication Systems, Computer Science and Engineering, Embedded System Technologies, Industrial Safety Engineering, and Thermal Engineering. The right choice depends on your undergraduate background: ECE graduates typically target Communication Systems or Embedded Systems, CSE or IT graduates go for ME CSE, and Mechanical graduates choose Thermal or Industrial Safety Engineering. All five specialisations charge the same fee of INR 60,000 total and have 18 seats each.
Ques. Is the fee the same for all ME specialisations at RCET, and are there any charges beyond tuition?
Ans. Yes, the total tuition fee is INR 60,000 (INR 30,000 per year) for all five ME specialisations at RCET with no variation between programmes. University examination fees and autonomous examination fees are levied separately. Hostel charges, if availed, are also billed separately and are not included in the tuition figure.
Ques. Can I apply for RCET ME admission with only a GATE score, without appearing in TANCET?
Ans. Yes, a valid GATE score in the relevant paper is accepted for ME admission at RCET through Anna University PG centralised counselling. You do not need both TANCET and GATE scores; either a valid TANCET score or a valid GATE score in the relevant discipline is sufficient for applying.
Ques. What is the minimum percentage in BE/B.Tech required to apply for RCET ME programmes?
Ans. General category candidates must have at least 50% aggregate marks in their BE/B.Tech degree. Reserved category candidates (SC, ST, BC, MBC) are eligible with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks. Final-year BE/B.Tech students may also apply provisionally through Anna University PG centralised counselling, subject to completing their degree before the stipulated date.
Ques. When is Anna University PG counselling for RCET ME 2026 and how should I fill preferences?
Ans. Anna University PG centralised counselling for 2026-27 ME admissions is expected in July 2026. During the choice-filling window, register on the Anna University counselling portal, enter your TANCET or GATE score, and fill in college-branch preferences listing RCET, Palkulam, Kanyakumari, for your preferred ME specialisation. Allotment is based on your score and the order of preferences filled.
Ques. What government scholarships can RCET ME students apply for to offset the tuition fee?
Ans. RCET ME students from SC, ST, BC, and MBC categories can apply for the Tamil Nadu Government scholarship through the state e-Scholarship portal, which provides full tuition fee reimbursement. Central government scholarships such as PM-USHA (up to INR 1,30,000 per annum) and Post-Matric scholarships for SC/ST and minority students are available through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in. Applications must be submitted within the notified window after admission is confirmed.








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