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VSB Engineering College (VSBEC), Karur, offers BE and B.Tech programmes in 2026 at INR 2,20,000 under government quota (allotted through TNEA) and INR 6,88,000 under management quota, uniform across most branches. ME programmes cost INR 1,60,000 (general quota) for two years. The MBA is INR 1,21,000 and MCA is INR 1,56,000 under general quota. Across all programmes, the fee range runs from INR 82,000 to INR 8,60,000 depending on programme level and admission quota.
Note: The 2026-27 fee schedule is subject to the Tamil Nadu government’s fee fixation for the current cycle. The figures above reflect the latest available fee records sourced from official data for the institute. Candidates should verify finalized amounts on the official VSBEC website and through TNEA and TANCET counselling portals before completing the admission process.
VSB Engineering College Course and Fees Quick Overview 2026
VSBEC is an AICTE-approved private self-financing engineering college in Karur, Tamil Nadu, affiliated to Anna University. The college offers undergraduate engineering across classical and emerging technology branches, with postgraduate programmes in engineering, management, and computer applications. The dual-quota fee system, with government quota seats allocated at substantially lower rates and management quota seats at higher rates, is common to all Anna University-affiliated private colleges in Tamil Nadu.
- Over 20 programmes spanning BE, B.Tech, ME, MBA, and MCA
- BE/B.Tech government quota (via TNEA): INR 2,20,000 total for four years across most branches
- BE/B.Tech management quota: INR 6,88,000 for most branches. INR 3,48,000 for select branches
- ME in three specializations (Applied Electronics, CSE, Power Systems): INR 1,60,000 total
- MBA (two years): INR 1,21,000 under general quota
- MCA (two years): INR 1,56,000 under general quota
- On-campus hostel available for boys and girls: up to INR 45,000 per year
VSB Engineering College Courses and Fees 2026
| Course | General Quota | Management Quota |
|---|---|---|
| BE (Computer Science and Engineering) | INR 2,20,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| BE (Electronics and Communication Engineering) | INR 2,20,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| BE (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) | INR 2,20,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| BE (Mechanical Engineering) | INR 2,20,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| BE (Civil Engineering) | INR 2,20,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| BE (Biomedical Engineering) | INR 2,20,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| BE (Computer and Communication Engineering) | INR 2,20,000 | INR 3,48,000 |
| B.Tech (Artificial Intelligence and Data Science) | INR 2,20,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| B.Tech (Information Technology) | INR 2,20,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| B.Tech (Computer Science and Business Informatics) | INR 2,20,000 | INR 3,48,000 |
| ME (Applied Electronics / CSE / Power Systems) | INR 1,60,000 | N/A |
| MBA | INR 1,21,000 | N/A |
| MCA | INR 1,56,000 | N/A |
VSB Engineering College BE and B.Tech Fees 2026
The government quota fee is INR 2,20,000 for the full four-year BE or B.Tech programme, identical across all branches whether CSE, ECE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil, AI and Data Science, or Biomedical Engineering. Admissions under government quota are through TNEA 2026, with registration from May 3 to June 5, 2026, and results declared on July 1, 2026.
Management quota fees vary by branch. Most branches are priced at INR 6,88,000 under management quota. Two branches, Computer and Communication Engineering and CS and Business Informatics, are significantly lower at INR 3,48,000 under management quota, which is nearly half the management fee for mainstream branches.
BE and B.Tech Specializations and Fees at VSBEC 2026
| Specialization | General Quota (4 Yrs) | Management Quota (4 Yrs) |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | INR 2,20,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | INR 2,20,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | INR 2,20,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | INR 2,20,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| Civil Engineering | INR 2,20,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| Biomedical Engineering | INR 2,20,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| Computer and Communication Engineering | INR 2,20,000 | INR 3,48,000 |
| Artificial Intelligence and Data Science | INR 2,20,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| Information Technology | INR 2,20,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| CS and Business Informatics | INR 2,20,000 | INR 3,48,000 |
The government quota BE fee of INR 2,20,000 works out to INR 55,000 per year or INR 27,500 per semester. No category-wise fee differential within government quota has been published separately by the institute. Students from SC/ST and other reserved categories admitted through TNEA may be entitled to fee concessions under Tamil Nadu government scholarship schemes.
BE Lateral Entry Fees at VSBEC 2026
Diploma holders admitted through the lateral entry route complete BE in three years. The general quota fee for lateral BE is INR 3,00,000 (INR 1,00,000 per year), and the management quota is INR 3,48,000 (INR 1,16,000 per year). Lateral entry is available across six BE branches: CSE, ECE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil, and Biomedical Engineering.
For a diploma holder comparing regular and lateral routes: a regular BE student under general quota pays INR 2,20,000 over four years, while a lateral entry student pays INR 3,00,000 over three years. The annual outlay is higher for lateral students (INR 1,00,000 vs INR 55,000 per year), but the total programme duration and cost are both lower, saving one year of time and reducing the overall programme investment when hostel and living costs are factored in.
VSB Engineering College ME Fees 2026
Three specializations, one fee: ME at VSBEC costs INR 1,60,000 under general quota for the full two-year programme. Government quota is INR 1,20,000 total, making VSBEC ME one of the more affordable postgraduate engineering options in Karur and the broader Trichy belt. Admissions are through GATE 2026 (results declared March 19, 2026) or TANCET 2026 (exam held May 9, 2026, results May 22, 2026).
| Specialization | General Quota | Govt Quota |
|---|---|---|
| Applied Electronics | INR 1,60,000 | INR 1,20,000 |
| Computer Science and Engineering | INR 1,60,000 | INR 1,20,000 |
| Power System Engineering | INR 1,60,000 | INR 1,20,000 |
VSB Engineering College MBA Fees 2026
MBA at VSBEC is a two-year programme priced at INR 1,21,000 under general quota and INR 82,000 under government quota, making the government quota MBA among the most affordable in the region. Admission is through TANCET 2026, which was held on May 9, 2026, with results declared on May 22, 2026. CAT scores may also be considered for MBA admissions at the institute’s discretion.
At INR 60,500 per year under general quota, the VSBEC MBA is positioned as a cost-effective management programme for candidates in Karur and the surrounding Kongu region seeking a two-year business degree without relocating to a metro city. Government quota MBA candidates admitted through TANCET pay INR 82,000 for the full two years, which is INR 41,000 per year. The programme is affiliated to Anna University and follows the university’s curriculum and examination structure.
VSB Engineering College MCA Fees 2026
MCA at VSBEC costs INR 1,56,000 under general quota for two years, with the government quota fee at INR 82,000 for the same duration. The INR 74,000 difference between general and government quota is significant over a two-year programme. Admission is through TANCET 2026, with registration from March 16 to April 15, 2026, exam on May 9, and results on May 22, 2026.
The programme is open to graduates with mathematics as a core subject at the bachelor’s level or at 10+2. The government quota MCA at INR 82,000 total works out to INR 41,000 per year, making it particularly accessible for candidates from the TANCET merit list. For comparison, the general quota MCA at INR 1,56,000 still represents strong value relative to many private MCA programmes in Tamil Nadu, which can cost INR 2,00,000 to INR 3,00,000 or more for the full two-year course.
VSB Engineering College Application Fee 2026
VSBEC does not charge a separate institute-level application fee. All UG admissions are processed through TNEA 2026 counselling, and PG admissions go through TANCET or GATE counselling facilitated by the Tamil Nadu government. The examination and counselling fees are paid directly to the respective authority.
- TNEA 2026 (for BE/B.Tech): Application and counselling fee paid to TNEA authority (not to the institute)
- TANCET 2026 (for ME/MBA/MCA): Exam registration fee paid to Anna University, not to VSBEC
- GATE (for ME): Exam fee paid to the organizing IIT for that year
After seat allotment through counselling, students pay the institute fee directly to VSBEC. The exact payment schedule and mode of payment should be confirmed with the admissions office at the time of reporting.
VSB Engineering College Hostel and Mess Fees 2026
VSBEC provides on-campus hostel facilities for both male and female students. Annual hostel charges are up to INR 45,000 for both boys and girls hostels, covering accommodation and mess costs. This makes the combined annual outlay for a government quota BE student, including hostel, the annual total is INR 55,000 (tuition) plus INR 45,000 (hostel), coming to INR 1,00,000 per year.
| Category | Annual Amount | Applicable Courses |
|---|---|---|
| Boys Hostel (with Mess) | Up to INR 45,000 | All programmes |
| Girls Hostel (with Mess) | Up to INR 45,000 | All programmes |
For a government quota BE student over four years, the combined tuition and hostel cost is INR 2,20,000 plus INR 1,80,000 (four years of hostel at INR 45,000), totalling INR 4,00,000. Candidates should confirm the exact hostel fee and included amenities with the VSBEC hostel office before admission, as charges may vary by room type or year.
VSB Engineering College Courses and Fees FAQs
Ques. What is the BE fee at VSB Engineering College Karur?
Ans. BE at VSBEC costs INR 2,20,000 under government quota (via TNEA) and INR 6,88,000 under management quota for most branches. Computer and Communication Engineering and CS and Business Informatics have a lower management quota fee of INR 3,48,000.
Ques. What is the ME fee at VSB Engineering College?
Ans. ME at VSBEC is priced at INR 1,60,000 (general quota) and INR 1,20,000 (government quota) for the full two-year programme. Three specializations are offered: Applied Electronics, CSE, and Power System Engineering, all at the same fee.
Ques. What is the MBA fee at VSBEC Karur?
Ans. MBA at VSBEC costs INR 1,21,000 (general quota) and INR 82,000 (government quota) for the two-year programme. Admission is through TANCET 2026, which was held on May 9, 2026, with results on May 22, 2026.
Ques. What is the MCA fee at VSB Engineering College?
Ans. MCA at VSBEC costs INR 1,56,000 under general quota and INR 82,000 under government quota for two years. The government quota MCA works out to INR 41,000 per year, one of the more affordable MCA options in Tamil Nadu. Admission is through TANCET 2026.
Ques. What is the hostel fee at VSB Engineering College?
Ans. VSBEC hostel charges up to INR 45,000 per year for both boys and girls hostels, inclusive of mess charges. Over four years of BE, a student in the hostel pays INR 1,80,000 in hostel charges in addition to the programme fee.
Ques. What is the total BE fee with hostel at VSBEC Karur?
Ans. For a government quota BE student, the combined fee is INR 2,20,000 (tuition) plus INR 1,80,000 (four years of hostel at INR 45,000 per year), totalling INR 4,00,000. Management quota students pay INR 6,88,000 (tuition) plus INR 1,80,000 (hostel), totalling INR 8,68,000.
Ques. What is the per semester BE fee at VSBEC?
Ans. The government quota BE fee of INR 2,20,000 across eight semesters works out to INR 27,500 per semester. For management quota students, the per-semester fee on INR 6,88,000 total is INR 86,000. Exact semester-wise breakups should be confirmed with the institute.
Ques. Does VSBEC charge an application fee?
Ans. VSBEC does not charge a separate institute application fee. BE admissions go through TNEA 2026 counselling and ME, MBA, and MCA admissions go through TANCET 2026, both of which collect fees on behalf of the Tamil Nadu government and Anna University. The institute fee is paid after seat allotment.
Ques. What entrance exams are accepted at VSB Engineering College Karur?
Ans. BE and B.Tech admissions are through TNEA 2026. ME admissions use GATE or TANCET scores. MBA and MCA admissions are through TANCET 2026. TNEA results were declared on July 1, 2026, and TANCET results were declared on May 22, 2026.
Ques. Are SC/ST students eligible for fee concessions at VSBEC?
Ans. VSBEC does not publish a separate category-wise fee structure. Students from SC/ST and other reserved categories admitted through TNEA government quota may be eligible for Tamil Nadu government scholarship and fee waiver schemes applicable to Anna University-affiliated private colleges. Candidates should verify current entitlements through the Tamil Nadu e-District portal and with the VSBEC admissions office.
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