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Courses at Tagore Engineering College (TEC), Chennai range from INR 1,40,000 for MBA under the government quota to INR 5,20,000 for BE and B.Tech programmes under the management quota. Under the government quota allotted through TNEA, all BE and B.Tech branches are priced at INR 2,00,000 for four years. Management quota seats in the same branches cost INR 5,20,000 in total — 2.6 times the government quota fee. ME programmes are priced at INR 2,00,000 and MBA at INR 1,40,000 under the government quota.
Note: The 2026-27 fee notification had not been published separately for all programmes at the time of writing. All fee figures reflect the 2026 cycle as reported by the college. The government quota fees are fixed by the Tamil Nadu government’s fee fixation committee. Verify current fee details at the Anna University admissions portal at tneaonline.org.
Tagore Engineering College Chennai Course and Fees Quick Overview
- BE and B.Tech: nine branches in total — Aeronautical, Civil, CSE, Cyber Security, EEE, ECE, Mechanical (BE), plus AI and Data Science and Information Technology (B.Tech).
- Government quota fee: INR 2,00,000 for all BE and B.Tech branches over four years. Management quota: INR 5,20,000 for the same branches.
- Aeronautical Engineering is among the less common branches at private engineering colleges in Tamil Nadu.
- ME (postgraduate) is available in CSE and Environmental Engineering at INR 2,00,000 for two years.
- MBA ranges from INR 1,40,000 (government quota) to INR 2,20,000 (management quota) for two years.
- Hostel accommodation is available for boys and girls, with fees up to INR 80,000 per year.
- BE and B.Tech government quota admissions are through TNEA (merit-based); ME and MBA through TANCET or GATE/CAT respectively.
Tagore Engineering College Chennai Courses and Fees 2026
| Course | Government Quota Fees | Management Quota Fees |
|---|---|---|
| BE (Aeronautical Engineering) | INR 2,00,000 | INR 5,20,000 |
| BE (Civil Engineering) | INR 2,00,000 | INR 5,20,000 |
| BE (Computer Science and Engineering) | INR 2,00,000 | INR 5,20,000 |
| BE (Cyber Security) | INR 2,00,000 | — |
| BE (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) | INR 2,00,000 | INR 5,20,000 |
| BE (Electronics and Communication Engineering) | INR 2,00,000 | INR 5,20,000 |
| BE (Mechanical Engineering) | INR 2,00,000 | INR 5,20,000 |
| B.Tech (AI and Data Science) | INR 2,00,000 | INR 5,20,000 |
| B.Tech (Information Technology) | INR 2,00,000 | INR 5,20,000 |
| ME (Computer Science and Engineering) | INR 2,00,000 | INR 2,00,000 |
| ME (Environmental Engineering) | INR 2,00,000 | INR 2,00,000 |
| MBA | INR 1,40,000 | INR 2,20,000 |
Tagore Engineering College Chennai BE Fees 2026
Seven BE branches run across four years at TEC — Aeronautical, Civil, CSE, Cyber Security, EEE, ECE, and Mechanical. Aeronautical Engineering is one of the more distinctive offerings here, a branch that few private self-financing colleges in the Anna University zone offer. Government quota seats in all branches are priced at INR 2,00,000 for the full programme, while management quota seats cost INR 5,20,000 — a gap of INR 3,20,000 for the same degree. Government quota seats are filled through TNEA based on 12th-standard marks. TNEA 2026 registration ran from May 3 to June 5, 2026, with allotment results from July 1, 2026.
Eligibility for BE requires a pass in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with at least 45 percent aggregate (40 percent for reserved categories).
BE Branches and Fees 2026-27
| Branch | Government Quota | Management Quota |
|---|---|---|
| Aeronautical Engineering | INR 2,00,000 | INR 5,20,000 |
| Civil Engineering | INR 2,00,000 | INR 5,20,000 |
| Computer Science and Engineering | INR 2,00,000 | INR 5,20,000 |
| Cyber Security | INR 2,00,000 | — |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | INR 2,00,000 | INR 5,20,000 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | INR 2,00,000 | INR 5,20,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | INR 2,00,000 | INR 5,20,000 |
Tagore Engineering College Chennai B.Tech Fees 2026
Two branches are offered as B.Tech at TEC: AI and Data Science, and Information Technology. Both follow the same four-year fee structure as the BE programmes — INR 2,00,000 for government quota and INR 5,20,000 for management quota. Admission is through the same TNEA process as BE. The distinction in nomenclature (BE vs B.Tech) is a regulatory classification under Anna University and does not affect eligibility or the admission process.
B.Tech Branches and Fees 2026-27
| Branch | Government Quota | Management Quota |
|---|---|---|
| AI and Data Science | INR 2,00,000 | INR 5,20,000 |
| Information Technology | INR 2,00,000 | INR 5,20,000 |
Tagore Engineering College Chennai ME Fees 2026
ME at TEC runs for two years in two specializations — Computer Science and Engineering, and Environmental Engineering — both at INR 2,00,000. Compared to the four-year BE at the same nominal total, ME works out to INR 1,00,000 per year, making it more expensive on an annualised basis. Admission is through TANCET (Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test) or GATE. TANCET 2026 was held on May 9, 2026, with results on May 22, 2026. Registration ran from March 16 to April 15, 2026.
ME Specializations and Fees 2026-27
| Specialization | Duration | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | 2 Years | INR 2,00,000 |
| Environmental Engineering | 2 Years | INR 2,00,000 |
Tagore Engineering College Chennai Fees for Other Courses 2026
| Course | Duration | Government Quota | Management Quota |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA | 2 Years | INR 1,40,000 | INR 2,20,000 |
MBA admission is through TANCET (for government quota seats) or CAT/MAT/CMAT for management quota. TANCET 2026 for MBA was conducted on May 9, 2026. Eligibility requires a Bachelor’s degree with at least 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for reserved categories).
Tagore Engineering College Chennai Application Fees
Government quota admission to BE and B.Tech at TEC runs through TNEA — there is no separate application fee payable to the college. The TNEA 2026 registration fee, paid at tneaonline.org, is:
- General and OBC category: INR 500
- SC/SCA/ST (Tamil Nadu): INR 250
TANCET 2026 registration fees for ME and MBA are paid to Anna University, not to TEC. Management quota admissions may involve a separate institute-level processing fee; confirm with TEC’s admissions office. Verify current TNEA fees and counselling schedule at tneaonline.org.
Tagore Engineering College Chennai Hostel and Mess Fees 2026
TEC maintains separate hostel facilities for boys and girls on campus. Hostel fees go up to INR 80,000 per year for both hostels, covering accommodation and related amenities. The exact per-semester or annual amounts — including mess charges — should be confirmed with the hostel office at the time of admission, as these may vary by room type and meal plan.
| Hostel | Type | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Boys Hostel | On-campus | Up to INR 80,000 |
| Girls Hostel | On-campus | Up to INR 80,000 |
Tagore Engineering College Chennai Course and Fees FAQs
Ques. What is the BE fee at Tagore Engineering College Chennai?
Ans. Under the government quota (allotted through TNEA), all BE branches at TEC cost INR 2,00,000 for four years. Management quota seats in the same branches cost INR 5,20,000 in total. Branches available include Aeronautical, Civil, CSE, Cyber Security, EEE, ECE, and Mechanical Engineering.
Ques. What is the B.Tech fee at Tagore Engineering College Chennai?
Ans. B.Tech in AI and Data Science and Information Technology follows the same fee structure as BE — INR 2,00,000 under government quota and INR 5,20,000 under management quota for four years. Admission is through TNEA.
Ques. What is the ME fee at TEC Chennai?
Ans. ME in Computer Science and Engineering and Environmental Engineering each cost INR 2,00,000 total for two years, applicable for both government and management quota. Admission is through TANCET or GATE. TANCET 2026 was held on May 9, 2026.
Ques. What is the MBA fee at Tagore Engineering College Chennai?
Ans. MBA at TEC costs INR 1,40,000 under the government quota and INR 2,20,000 under the management quota for two years. Government quota seats are filled through TANCET; management quota through CAT/MAT or direct admission.
Ques. What is the per-semester fee at TEC Chennai?
Ans. For BE and B.Tech under government quota (8 semesters), the per-semester cost is INR 25,000 based on a total of INR 2,00,000. For ME (4 semesters), it is INR 50,000 per semester. Actual semester-wise breakdowns should be confirmed with the college.
Ques. What is the application fee for TEC Chennai?
Ans. TNEA 2026 registration costs INR 500 for General/OBC candidates and INR 250 for SC/SCA/ST candidates from Tamil Nadu — paid to Anna University, not to TEC. Management quota applicants should check directly with the college for any institute-level processing charges.
Ques. What is the hostel fee at Tagore Engineering College Chennai?
Ans. TEC has separate boys and girls hostels on campus. Hostel fees go up to INR 80,000 per year for both. For the exact per-semester breakdown and mess charges, contact the college hostel office directly.
Ques. What is the total B.Tech fee with hostel at TEC Chennai?
Ans. Under government quota, B.Tech costs INR 2,00,000 for four years. Adding hostel at up to INR 80,000 per year brings the estimated four-year total (tuition plus hostel) to up to INR 5,20,000. Actual hostel charges should be confirmed with the college.
Ques. What is the difference between management quota and government quota fees at TEC Chennai?
Ans. For BE and B.Tech, government quota seats cost INR 2,00,000 for four years while management quota seats cost INR 5,20,000 — a difference of INR 3,20,000. Government quota seats are allotted through TNEA based on 12th-standard merit. Management quota seats are filled directly by the college.
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