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 B.Tech Chemical Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee - General Quota (per year)	INR 55,000
Tuition Fee - Management Quota (per year)	INR 1,45,000
Other Charges - Year 1	INR 79,500
Other Charges - Year 2 to 4 (per year)	INR 72,000
Hostel Charges (Optional, per year)	Up to INR 96,000
Total Fees - General Quota (4 Years)	INR 5,15,500
Total Fees - Management Quota (4 Years)	INR 8,75,500

Event	Date
TNEA Application Opens	May 3, 2026
TNEA Application Closes	June 5, 2026
TNEA Rank List Released	July 1, 2026
TNEA Round 2 Choice Filling Closes	August 5, 2026
TNEA Round 2 Seat Allotment	August 7, 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
SSN Merit Scholarship (High)	INR 1,00,000 per year	90th percentile and above in qualifying examination
SSN Merit Scholarship	INR 75,000 per year	80th to 89th percentile in qualifying examination
Department Rank Scholarship	INR 30,000 to INR 90,000	Top academic performers within the department
State or Central Board Rank Scholarship	Full tuition waiver	Top 10 rank holders in any State or Central Board exam
SPURS - Rural Students	100% fee waiver including hostel	Toppers from rural government schools

SSN Chennai B.Tech Chemical Engineering FAQs

Ques. Is TNEA the only route for admission to B.Tech Chemical Engineering at SSN?

Ans. No. SSN admits students through two routes. General Quota seats, which form the majority of intake, are filled through TNEA counselling based on normalised Class 12 PCM marks and rank. Management Quota seats, up to 35% of total intake, are filled through SSN institutional counselling where eligible candidates apply directly to the college and attend a separate selection process.

Ques. What is the TNEA cutoff for Chemical Engineering at SSN?

Ans. The cutoff varies each year based on the number of applicants and available seats. In TNEA 2025, the opening rank for B.Tech Chemical Engineering at SSN was 3,358 and the closing rank was 9,832 for the General category. Candidates should check the official tneaonline.org portal for round-wise cutoffs after each counselling session concludes.

Ques. What is the total fee for B.Tech Chemical Engineering at SSN?

Ans. The total four-year fee for B.Tech Chemical Engineering at SSN is INR 5,15,500 under the General Quota and INR 8,75,500 under the Management Quota. These amounts include tuition fees and other charges. Hostel accommodation is optional and costs up to INR 96,000 per year, charged separately from the course fee.

Ques. What scholarships are available for B.Tech Chemical Engineering students at SSN?

Ans. SSN offers a Merit Scholarship of INR 1,00,000 per year for students in the 90th percentile and above, and INR 75,000 per year for those in the 80th to 89th percentile. Department toppers receive awards from INR 30,000 to INR 90,000. Rural government school toppers may receive a 100% fee waiver including hostel under the SPURS scheme.

Ques. How does the SSN and Shiv Nadar University merger affect B.Tech Chemical Engineering students?

Ans. Students already enrolled at SSN in B.Tech Chemical Engineering will continue under Anna University affiliation and complete their degree as planned. The merger with Shiv Nadar University Chennai is a phased transition. Students admitted through the 2025-26 cycle will graduate with an Anna University degree. From 2026-27 onwards, fresh UG intake transitions to the SSN School of Engineering under Shiv Nadar University Chennai.

Ques. Is SSN Chemical Engineering a good option for careers in process industries?

Ans. SSN Chemical Engineering suits students targeting process industries, petroleum refining, and chemical manufacturing roles in South India. The programme follows Anna University curriculum with a focus on core chemical engineering principles. Students aiming at national-level roles with strong branch-specific placement support should compare options at NIT or IIT level before deciding.

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