Is TNEA still the route for B.Tech admission at SSN College of Engineering in 2026?

No. TNEA no longer applies for new B.Tech admissions at SSNCE. From 2026-27, B.Tech programmes run under SSN School of Engineering at SNU Chennai. Admission is through SNUCEE and a faculty interview. TNEA counselling is not part of the process.

What is the SNUCEE exam structure for B.Tech admission?

SNUCEE has two parts. Part A is an aptitude test of 100 marks completed in 45 minutes. Part B is a subject test of 100 marks in 75 minutes. For B.Tech, Part B covers Mathematics (60%), Physics (20%), and Chemistry (20%). Negative marking applies to wrong answers.

Can I get B.Tech admission at SSNCE through JEE Main score alone?

Yes, but only if you score 90 percentile or above in JEE Main. Such candidates skip SNUCEE and go directly to the faculty interview. Seats through this route are very limited. The university recommends appearing for SNUCEE even if you have a qualifying JEE Main percentile.

What is the minimum Class 12 percentage for B.Tech at SSN College of Engineering?

Candidates need a minimum of 75% aggregate in Class 12 (passed in 2025 or appearing in 2026). Mandatory subjects are Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. Class 10 minimum is 60% aggregate (passed in 2023 or 2024).

Does SSN College of Engineering offer management quota seats?

No. SSN College of Engineering (SSN School of Engineering at SNU Chennai) does not offer a management quota. All B.Tech seats are filled through SNUCEE or JEE Main (90 percentile and above) followed by a faculty interview.

What is the annual B.Tech tuition fee at SSN College of Engineering in 2026?

Annual tuition is INR 3,50,000 for CSE, AI and Data Science, IT, ECE, and EEE. It is INR 3,00,000 per year for Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, and Biomedical Engineering. Additionally, a non-refundable admission fee of INR 20,000 and a refundable caution deposit of INR 20,000 are payable on seat confirmation. Fees may increase by up to 5% each year.

What scholarships are available for B.Tech students at SSN College of Engineering?

Top 10 State or Central Board rank holders at Class 12 receive a full tuition fee waiver for the entire B.Tech programme. First-generation learners with family income below INR 3,00,000 per year get a 75% tuition fee waiver. Merit scholarships are also awarded based on SNUCEE scores. Sports scholarships cover students competing at national and international levels.

What entrance exam is required for M.Tech admission at SSN College of Engineering?

M.Tech admission is primarily based on GATE scores. TANCET is also accepted. Shortlisted candidates appear for a written test and faculty interview. GATE qualifiers who meet the universitys criteria are eligible for merit grants on admission.

Which exams does the SSN MBA programme accept?

The MBA programme at SNU Chennai accepts CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, NMAT, and TANCET scores. Selection also includes a group discussion, written essay, and interview. Candidates with 12 or more months of work experience receive a 10% score relaxation.

How many B.Tech specialisations does SSN College of Engineering offer in 2026?

SSN School of Engineering at SNU Chennai offers 12 B.Tech specialisations: CSE, AI and Data Science, IT, ECE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Biomedical Engineering, Cyber Security, IoT, and VLSI Design.

SSN Chennai BE Biomedical Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

SSN Chennai BE Biomedical Engineering Fees 2026

Component	General Quota (INR)	Management Quota (INR)
Year 1 Total	INR 1,34,500	INR 2,24,500
Year 2 Total	INR 1,27,000	INR 2,17,000
Year 3 Total	INR 1,27,000	INR 2,17,000
Year 4 Total	INR 1,27,000	INR 2,17,000
Hostel Fee (Optional, per year)	Up to INR 96,000	Up to INR 96,000
Total Fees (4 Years, excl. Hostel)	INR 5,15,500	INR 8,75,500

Hostel fee is optional and excluded from the 4-year total above.

Management quota tuition is significantly higher than general quota rates.

Other charges differ between Year 1 and subsequent years for both quotas.

SSN Chennai BE Biomedical Engineering Admission 2026

Event	Date
TNEA Registration Opened	May 3, 2026
TNEA Registration Closed	June 5, 2026
TNEA Rank List Released	July 1, 2026
TNEA Round 1 Seat Allotment	July 26, 2026
TNEA Round 2 Choice Filling	Aug 3 to Aug 5, 2026
TNEA Round 2 Seat Allotment	Aug 7, 2026
Class Commencement	August 2026 (Tentative)

Management quota admissions are conducted through institutional counselling at SSN.

Round 3 and supplementary rounds are scheduled later in August for remaining seats.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects from a recognized board

Minimum 45% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics at 10+2 level (40% for SC/ST/SCA category students)

Tamil Nadu residents apply for general quota seats through TNEA. Management quota seats are open to candidates from all states

Admission Process

Receive TNEA rank based on normalized aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics

Participate in online TNEA counselling by filling college and branch preferences during the allotted choice filling window

Receive seat allotment for SSN Chennai Biomedical Engineering based on TNEA rank, category, and seat availability

Report to SSN Chennai within the joining window with original certificates for document verification

Pay the first year fee to confirm the seat and complete the enrollment process

✓ Opt for this if

Students targeting biomedical devices or healthcare technology sector in south India
Candidates seeking a NIRF top-50 ranked Tamil Nadu private engineering college
Applicants preferring merit-based TNEA admission without a separate entrance exam
Those needing campus hostel and a large 250-acre campus facility in Chennai
Students comfortable with Anna University curriculum and TNEA seat allocation

✗ Skip if

Candidates needing published Biomedical Engineering branch-specific placement data
Students targeting engineering disciplines with stronger placement records at SSN
Those unable to qualify TNEA through Tamil Nadu Class XII board marks
Students expecting specialized biomedical hospital internship tie-ups as part of curriculum

SSN Chennai BE Biomedical Engineering Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
SSN Full Tuition Waiver	100% tuition fee waiver	Top 10 rank holders in any State or Central Board exam
SSN Rural Government School Scholarship	Full fee including hostel and mess	Top 25 students from rural government schools in Tamil Nadu
SSN Merit Scholarship	INR 30,000 to INR 90,000 per year	Top academic performers within each department
Tamil Nadu Government Scholarship	As per government norms	SC/ST/OBC category students meeting income criteria

SSN distributes scholarships worth INR 4 Crore annually to around 400 students.

Scholarship applications are processed through the Dean of Student Affairs each year.

Rural scholarship covers tuition, hostel, and mess charges for qualifying students.

SSN Chennai BE Biomedical Engineering FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for BE Biomedical Engineering at SSN Chennai for general quota students?

Ans. The total fee for the 4-year BE Biomedical Engineering program at SSN Chennai is INR 5,15,500 for general quota students. Year 1 fee is INR 1,34,500, and each subsequent year costs INR 1,27,000. Management quota students pay a total of INR 8,75,500 across four years. Hostel charges are optional and go up to INR 96,000 per year, billed separately from tuition.

Ques. Is there a separate entrance exam for admission to SSN Chennai Biomedical Engineering?

Ans. No separate entrance exam is required for admission to BE Biomedical Engineering at SSN Chennai. General quota seats are filled through TNEA counselling based on normalized Class XII PCM marks. TNEA rank is the sole criterion for seat allotment across Tamil Nadu engineering colleges including SSN Chennai. Management quota seats follow institutional counselling conducted by SSN directly.

Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for TNEA-based admission to SSN Chennai?

Ans. Candidates must have passed Class XII with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects. A minimum aggregate of 45% in these three subjects is required for general category students, and 40% for SC/ST/SCA category students. Tamil Nadu residents apply through TNEA for general quota seats. Management quota seats at SSN are open to students from all states without state domicile restrictions.

Ques. What scholarships are available for Biomedical Engineering students at SSN Chennai?

Ans. SSN Chennai offers multiple scholarships: a full tuition fee waiver for the top 10 State or Central Board toppers, a full fee scholarship including hostel and mess for top rural government school students, and merit scholarships ranging from INR 30,000 to INR 90,000 per year for department toppers. Tamil Nadu government scholarships are also available for SC/ST/OBC students meeting income criteria.

Ques. What is the hostel fee at SSN College of Engineering, Chennai?

Ans. SSN Chennai provides separate hostel facilities for male and female students. The hostel fee is up to INR 96,000 per academic year for both Boys Hostel and Girls Hostel. Hostel accommodation is optional and is not included in the program’s total tuition fee. Allotment is subject to availability at the time of enrollment and institutional norms.

Ques. How many TNEA counselling rounds are held for SSN Chennai Biomedical Engineering?

Ans. TNEA 2026 counselling includes three main rounds followed by supplementary counselling for remaining seats. Round 1 seat allotment was released on July 26, 2026. Round 2 choice filling runs from August 3 to August 5, 2026, with allotment on August 7, 2026. Round 3 and supplementary rounds are scheduled later in August 2026. Students must monitor the official TNEA portal for updates on joining dates.

SSN Chennai BE Biomedical Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility