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SSCET Salem fees for 2026 range from INR 1.50 Lakhs (BE Lateral entry, government quota, 3 years) to INR 9.76 Lakhs (BE in Electronics and Communication Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, management quota, 4 years). For the majority of 4-year BE and B.Tech programmes, the TNEA government quota total fee is INR 8.80 Lakhs and management quota is INR 9.68 Lakhs.
Note: Fee figures reflect the 2026 academic cycle as provided by Sri Shanmugha College of Engineering and Technology. Verify the current fee structure at sscet.ac.in or through the TNEA counselling portal before confirming admission.
SSCET Salem Course and Fees Quick Overview
- SSCET Salem offers BE (6 branches), B.Tech (2 branches), ME (2 specializations), and lateral entry variants of each programme.
- 4-year BE and B.Tech under TNEA quota: INR 8.80 Lakhs for most branches. ECE and Mechanical cost INR 9.00 Lakhs.
- 4-year BE and B.Tech under management quota: INR 9.68 Lakhs for most branches. ECE and Mechanical cost INR 9.76 Lakhs.
- Lateral entry BE (3 years) is considerably cheaper: INR 1.50 Lakhs under government quota, or INR 2.55 Lakhs to INR 2.61 Lakhs under management quota.
- ME (2 years) is the lowest-fee postgraduate route at INR 1.60 Lakhs (TANCET/government quota) to INR 1.80 Lakhs (general category).
- ECE and Mechanical branches cost slightly more than CSE, IT, AI and Data Science, Cyber Security, Biomedical, and Agricultural Engineering across all categories.
- Hostel accommodation is available for boys and girls at up to INR 75,000 per year.
SSCET Salem Courses and Fees 2026
| Course | TNEA Quota Total (INR) | Management Quota Total (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| BE in Agricultural Engineering (4 years) | 8,80,000 | 9,68,000 |
| BE in Biomedical Engineering (4 years) | 8,80,000 | 9,68,000 |
| BE in Computer Science and Engineering (4 years) | 8,80,000 | 9,68,000 |
| BE in Cyber Security (4 years) | 8,80,000 | 9,68,000 |
| BE in Electronics and Communication Engineering (4 years) | 9,00,000 | 9,76,000 |
| BE in Mechanical Engineering (4 years) | 9,00,000 | 9,76,000 |
| B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (4 years) | 8,80,000 | 9,68,000 |
| B.Tech in Information Technology (4 years) | 8,80,000 | 9,68,000 |
| ME in Computer Science and Engineering (2 years) | 1,60,000 | 1,70,000 |
| ME in Industrial Safety Engineering (2 years) | 1,60,000 | 1,70,000 |
SSCET Salem BE Fees 2026
Six branches of BE are available at SSCET Salem, each running for 4 years. Most branches are priced at INR 8.80 Lakhs under TNEA government quota and INR 9.68 Lakhs under management quota. Electronics and Communication Engineering and Mechanical Engineering carry a modest premium, at INR 9.00 Lakhs (TNEA) and INR 9.76 Lakhs (management). Admission is through TNEA 2026, with registrations open May 3 to June 5, 2026 and the rank list published July 1, 2026.
Eligible candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with the minimum aggregate prescribed in TNEA guidelines. Management quota seats are filled through direct application to the college subject to TNEA eligibility norms. The management quota premium over TNEA quota is INR 88,000 for most branches, a relatively modest difference on the full 4-year cost.
BE Branches and Fees
| Branch | Duration | TNEA Quota (INR) | Management Quota (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Engineering | 4 years | 8,80,000 | 9,68,000 |
| Biomedical Engineering | 4 years | 8,80,000 | 9,68,000 |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 4 years | 8,80,000 | 9,68,000 |
| Cyber Security | 4 years | 8,80,000 | 9,68,000 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | 4 years | 9,00,000 | 9,76,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 4 years | 9,00,000 | 9,76,000 |
SSCET Salem B.Tech Fees 2026
Two B.Tech programmes are offered: Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, and Information Technology. Both are 4-year programmes priced at INR 8.80 Lakhs (TNEA) and INR 9.68 Lakhs (management), identical to the BE CSE and most other BE branches. The same TNEA 2026 admission process and eligibility criteria apply.
| Branch | Duration | TNEA Quota (INR) | Management Quota (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence and Data Science | 4 years | 8,80,000 | 9,68,000 |
| Information Technology | 4 years | 8,80,000 | 9,68,000 |
SSCET Salem ME Fees 2026
ME at SSCET runs for 2 years and is available in Computer Science and Engineering and Industrial Safety Engineering. At INR 1.60 Lakhs (TANCET/government quota), it is the most affordable programme at the college. TANCET 2026 was held on May 9, 2026 with results on May 22, 2026. GATE-qualified candidates may also apply through merit-based selection. Management quota costs INR 1.70 Lakhs, a difference of just INR 10,000 over the government quota.
| Specialization | Duration | TANCET Quota (INR) | Management Quota (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | 2 years | 1,60,000 | 1,70,000 |
| Industrial Safety Engineering | 2 years | 1,60,000 | 1,70,000 |
SSCET Salem Fees for Other Courses 2026
| Course | Govt Quota (INR) | Management Quota (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| BE Lateral in Agricultural Engineering (3 years) | 1,50,000 | 2,55,000 |
| BE Lateral in Biomedical Engineering (3 years) | 1,50,000 | 2,55,000 |
| BE Lateral in Computer Science and Engineering (3 years) | 1,50,000 | 2,55,000 |
| BE Lateral in Cyber Security (3 years) | 1,50,000 | 2,55,000 |
| BE Lateral in Electronics and Communication Engineering (3 years) | 1,50,000 | 2,61,000 |
| BE Lateral in Mechanical Engineering (3 years) | 1,50,000 | 2,61,000 |
| B.Tech Lateral in AI and Data Science (3 years) | 1,50,000 | 2,55,000 |
| B.Tech Lateral in Information Technology (3 years) | 1,50,000 | 2,55,000 |
SSCET Salem Application Fees
BE and B.Tech admissions at SSCET Salem are through the centralised TNEA process, with no institute-level application fee charged to candidates prior to counselling. ME admissions follow TANCET counselling run by Anna University. All entrance exam registration fees are paid to the respective conducting authority, not to the college.
- TNEA registration fee (for BE and B.Tech): Paid to the Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions authority. Not charged by SSCET.
- TANCET registration fee (for ME): Paid to Anna University. Not charged by SSCET.
- Management quota: Direct application to SSCET Salem. Contact the admissions office for current cycle charges.
Confirm the current TNEA and TANCET registration fees on the respective official portals before applying.
SSCET Salem Hostel and Mess Fees 2026
On-campus hostel facilities are available for both male and female students at SSCET Salem. The annual hostel fee is up to INR 75,000 per year for both boys and girls hostels. Mess charges are billed separately based on the plan selected. For exact breakdowns and room availability, contact the SSCET hostel office or refer to sscet.ac.in.
| Hostel | Annual Fee (INR) | Gender |
|---|---|---|
| Boys Hostel | Up to 75,000 | Male |
| Girls Hostel | Up to 75,000 | Female |
A BE student residing on campus for all 4 years could pay up to INR 3,00,000 in hostel charges over the programme duration. This would bring the total cost to approximately INR 11,80,000 (TNEA, most branches, including hostel at ceiling rates) or up to INR 12,76,000 (management, ECE or Mech, with hostel). Final hostel fees depend on room type and mess plan.
SSCET Salem Courses and Fees FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for BE at SSCET Salem?
Ans. The total fee for BE at SSCET Salem is INR 8,80,000 (TNEA government quota) or INR 9,68,000 (management quota) for most 4-year branches including CSE, Biomedical, Agricultural, and Cyber Security. BE in ECE and Mechanical costs INR 9,00,000 (TNEA) or INR 9,76,000 (management).
Ques. What is the BE CSE fee at SSCET Salem?
Ans. BE in Computer Science and Engineering at SSCET Salem costs INR 8,80,000 (TNEA quota) or INR 9,68,000 (management quota) for the full 4-year programme. The fee is the same as Biomedical, Agricultural, and Cyber Security branches.
Ques. What is the B.Tech AI and Data Science fee at SSCET Salem?
Ans. B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at SSCET Salem costs INR 8,80,000 (TNEA quota) or INR 9,68,000 (management quota) for the 4-year programme. The fee is identical to B.Tech Information Technology.
Ques. What is the ME fee at SSCET Salem?
Ans. ME at SSCET Salem costs INR 1,60,000 (TANCET/government quota) or INR 1,70,000 (management quota) for the 2-year programme. Both Computer Science and Engineering and Industrial Safety Engineering carry the same fee.
Ques. What is the hostel fee at SSCET Salem?
Ans. Hostel at SSCET Salem costs up to INR 75,000 per year for both boys and girls. Mess charges are billed separately. Contact the SSCET hostel office or check sscet.ac.in for the detailed fee breakup and current figures.
Ques. What is the SSCET Salem BE fee with hostel?
Ans. For a BE student living on campus for all 4 years, the estimated total is INR 11,80,000 to INR 12,76,000 (programme fee plus up to INR 3,00,000 hostel over 4 years), depending on branch and admission category. Actual hostel cost depends on room type and mess plan.
Ques. What is the lateral entry BE fee at SSCET Salem?
Ans. Lateral entry BE (3 years) at SSCET Salem costs INR 1,50,000 under TNEA government quota for most branches. Under management quota, the total is INR 2,55,000 for most branches and INR 2,61,000 for ECE and Mechanical. Lateral entry requires a Diploma qualification from a recognised polytechnic.
Ques. How is admission to SSCET Salem done?
Ans. BE and B.Tech admissions are through TNEA 2026, with registration May 3 to June 5, 2026 and rank list published July 1, 2026. ME admissions are through TANCET 2026 (exam: May 9, 2026) or GATE. Management quota admissions are through direct application to SSCET Salem.
Ques. What is the per year fee for BE at SSCET Salem?
Ans. The per-year fee for BE at SSCET Salem works out to approximately INR 2,20,000 for most branches under TNEA quota (INR 8,80,000 over 4 years) and approximately INR 2,25,000 for ECE and Mechanical (INR 9,00,000 over 4 years). Management quota comes to approximately INR 2,42,000 or INR 2,44,000 per year respectively.
Ques. What is the SSCET Salem BE ECE fee?
Ans. BE in Electronics and Communication Engineering at SSCET Salem costs INR 9,00,000 under TNEA government quota and INR 9,76,000 under management quota for the 4-year programme. ECE and Mechanical are the only branches with a slightly higher fee than the other BE specializations at SSCET.
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