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College of Engineering, Guindy (CEG) is a government constituent college of Anna University, Chennai. Founded in 1794, it is one of the oldest engineering institutions in Asia and the oldest in India. CEG operates under Anna University, established in 1978, which is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is an Institute of National Importance under the AICTE framework.
As per NIRF 2025, Anna University (of which CEG is the main campus) is ranked #20 in Engineering (score: 63.51), #29 Overall, and #9 in Research. These rankings reflect CEG as the core constituent through which Anna University submits its NIRF data.
CEG’s main campus is located at Guindy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The campus spans 185 acres and hosts all engineering, science, management, and humanities departments of the university. It is adjacent to the Guindy National Park, one of the few national parks within a metropolitan city in India.
- B.E./B.Tech (UG, flagship): CSE, ECE, EEE, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Geo Informatics, Mining Engineering, Printing and Packaging Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, B.Tech Information Technology. 18 branches span Regular (Aided) and Self-Supporting streams.
- M.E./M.Tech (PG Engineering, 30-plus specialisations): VLSI Design, CSE, Communication Systems, Embedded Systems, Power Electronics, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Big Data and Analytics, Solar Energy, Remote Sensing, and more
- Other PG programmes: MBA, MBA (Tourism Administration), MCA, M.Sc (Applied Chemistry, Applied Geology, Applied Mathematics, Electronic Media, Materials Science, Medical Physics), B.Sc+M.Sc Integrated (CS, IT, Electronic Media), M.Phil (English, Mathematics, Physics)
- Doctoral programmes: PhD across all engineering, science, and management disciplines
The total B.E./B.Tech fee at CEG is INR 4,59,600 for four years. Government-regulated tuition is only INR 6,000 per semester. All M.E. and M.Tech programmes carry a uniform total fee of INR 2,52,110 (two years). MBA total fees are INR 2,49,175 (two years).
Hostel accommodation is available at INR 42,625 to INR 45,450 per year for both boys and girls.
CEG placement drives involve over 200 companies annually. The highest package for the 2024-25 cycle was INR 36 Lakhs and the average package was INR 7 LPA. CSE and IT departments achieve near-100% placement rates.
CEG Admission Dates 2026
CEG B.E./B.Tech admission for 2026-27 was conducted through TNEA 2026 (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions). All seats (Regular Aided and Self-Supporting) are filled through TNEA merit with no management quota. Registration closed on 5 June 2026 and Round 1 allotment was held in August 2026. PG admissions for M.E., M.Tech, MBA, and MCA are through Anna University counselling based on TANCET 2026 or GATE scores.
| Event | Date (2026-27 Cycle) |
|---|---|
| TNEA 2026 Registration | 3 May to 5 June 2026 |
| TNEA 2026 Rank List | 1 July 2026 |
| TNEA Round 1 Upward Allotment | 4 to 7 August 2026 |
| Academic Year Commencement | August 2026 |
| TANCET 2026 Exam (M.E./MBA/MCA) | 9 May 2026 |
| Anna University PG Counselling | July to September 2026 |
| BE Application fee (TN students) | INR 600 |
The table below shows the entrance exam accepted for each programme family at CEG.
| Programme Family | Exam Accepted | Admission Route |
|---|---|---|
| B.E./B.Tech (all branches) | TNEA (Class 12 PCM marks, no separate exam) | TNEA state counselling at tneaonline.org |
| M.E./M.Tech | TANCET or GATE | Anna University PG counselling |
| MBA | TANCET MBA rank | Anna University MBA counselling |
| MCA | TANCET MCA rank | Anna University MCA counselling |
| M.Sc / B.Sc+M.Sc / M.Phil | Anna University entrance test | Direct department admission |
| PhD | Anna University Research Entrance Test | Written test and interview |
CEG Courses and Fees
CEG offers B.E. and B.Tech across 18 branches, M.E. across 30-plus specialisations, and a range of PG and integrated programmes. The government-regulated fee structure makes CEG one of the most affordable top-tier engineering colleges in India.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.E./B.Tech (all 18 branches) | 4 years | Class 12 PCM with 45%, TNEA rank | INR 4,59,600 |
| B.Sc+M.Sc Integrated (CS / IT / Electronic Media) | 5 years | Class 12 with relevant subjects | INR 2,24,660 |
| M.E. (all 30-plus specialisations) | 2 years | B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline, TANCET or GATE | INR 2,52,110 |
| M.Tech (IT / Multimedia / Polymer / Laser Engineering) | 2 years | B.E./B.Tech or B.Sc, TANCET or GATE | INR 2,52,110 |
| MBA | 2 years | Any graduation, TANCET MBA rank | INR 2,49,175 |
| MBA (Tourism Administration) | 2 years | Any graduation, TANCET MBA rank | INR 3,12,125 |
| MCA | 2 years | BCA / B.Sc with Mathematics, TANCET MCA rank | INR 2,49,175 |
| M.Sc (6 specialisations) | 2 years | B.Sc in relevant stream | INR 2,42,510 |
| M.Phil (English / Mathematics / Physics) | 1 year | PG in relevant stream | INR 65,860 |
The B.E./B.Tech fee structure breaks down as: Year 1 total: INR 1,28,475 (Semester 1: INR 75,125, Semester 2: INR 53,350). Years 2, 3, and 4 cost INR 1,10,375 each per year. Hostel accommodation adds INR 42,625 to INR 45,450 per year for both boys and girls. CEG has no management quota.
CEG Admission Process
CEG operates a fully merit-driven, no-management-quota admissions model. All UG seats are allotted through TNEA state counselling. PG seats go through Anna University centralised counselling.
B.E./B.Tech Admission (TNEA)
CEG is the most competitive government engineering college in Tamil Nadu. CSE and ECE closing marks regularly exceed 199 out of 200 in Round 1 of TNEA counselling. Even the less-competitive branches (Mining, Printing) close at 190 to 195 range for General Category.
- Eligibility: Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, minimum 45% PCM aggregate (40% for SC/ST/SCA of Tamil Nadu)
- TNEA rank: Calculated from normalised Class 12 PCM marks. No separate entrance exam is conducted.
- Seat types: Regular (Aided) branches have Tamil Nadu government-funded seats. Self-Supporting branches carry slightly higher fees but follow the same TNEA process.
- No management quota exists at CEG. Every seat is a counselling allotment.
B.E. Lateral Entry (2nd year) is available for diploma holders through a separate TNEA Lateral Entry counselling. Eligibility: 3-year Diploma in a relevant engineering branch with 45% aggregate.
M.E./M.Tech Admission (TANCET/GATE)
M.E. and M.Tech admission is through Anna University PG counselling based on TANCET (Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test) rank or GATE score. CEG’s M.E. programmes are among the most sought-after in the Anna University system, with TANCET rank cutoffs typically falling in the top 500 to 1,000 for popular branches like CSE and Communication Systems.
- Eligibility: B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline with 55% aggregate (50% for SC/ST)
- Entrance: TANCET ME rank (state-level) or valid GATE score
- GATE score holders may be admitted to PG programmes with AICTE scholarship (INR 12,400 per month)
MBA and MCA Admission
MBA and MCA admission follows the same Anna University counselling route using TANCET scores. MBA eligibility requires any graduation with 50% aggregate. MCA eligibility requires BCA or B.Sc with Mathematics and 50% aggregate.
PhD Admission
PhD admission requires a PG degree with 55% marks. Candidates sit for an Anna University Research Entrance Test (AURET) followed by an interview with the Doctoral Committee. UGC JRF and GATE-qualified candidates may be exempted from AURET per UGC norms.
CEG Placements
CEG runs placement activities through the Centre for University and Industrial Collaboration (CUIC), with over 3,000 students from engineering and management departments participating each cycle. Over 200 companies visit the CEG campus annually for recruitment. The highest package for the 2024-25 cycle was INR 36 Lakhs and the average package was INR 7 LPA.
| Metric | 2024-25 Data |
|---|---|
| Highest Package | INR 36 Lakhs |
| Average Package | INR 7 LPA |
| Companies Visiting | 200-plus per year |
| CSE and IT Placement Rate | Near 100% |
| Students Participating | 3,000-plus |
Recruiters span IT services, core engineering, BFSI, consulting, and product companies. Top hiring sectors include software and product development (for CSE, IT, ECE graduates), core manufacturing and infrastructure (for Civil, Mechanical, EEE graduates), and banking and management (for MBA graduates). Notable recruiters include companies from the Fortune 500 list as well as leading Indian conglomerates across automotive, energy, and information technology sectors. CEG’s history of over 230 years has produced a deeply connected alumni network across industry and academia, which augments formal placement activities. MBA and MCA graduates are placed through a separate management placement drive coordinated by the university’s business departments.
CEG Rankings
Anna University, the parent institution of CEG and its constituent colleges, holds strong NIRF rankings across multiple categories. CEG as the main campus is the primary source of data in Anna University’s NIRF submission.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 Rank |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Engineering | 20 (Score: 63.51) |
| NIRF | Overall | 29 |
| NIRF | Research | 9 |
Anna University’s #9 rank in Research reflects the university’s strong research output from CEG’s science and engineering departments, with published international research in areas including electronics, environmental engineering, materials science, and applied chemistry.
CEG Scholarships
Students at CEG can access central and Tamil Nadu state government scholarship schemes. The university’s scholarship portal facilitates applications for eligible students.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/SCA of Tamil Nadu) | SC/ST/SCA TN students, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs | Full tuition fee reimbursement through UMIS portal |
| GATE Scholarship (for ME students) | Valid GATE score, admitted to PG through GATE-based counselling | INR 12,400 per month for 2 years (AICTE/MHRD scholarship) |
| Central Sector Scheme (CSS) | Class 12 toppers (top 20 percentile), family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs | INR 10,000 per annum for UG, INR 20,000 for PG |
| Tamil Nadu Government Scholarship | TN domicile students from backward and most backward classes | Tuition and maintenance support per state government norms |
| BC/MBC Scholarship (TN) | Backward and Most Backward Class students from Tamil Nadu | Annual scholarship as per TN state government scheme |
CEG Campus and Infrastructure
CEG’s campus spans 185 acres at Guindy, Chennai, sharing its southern boundary with the Guindy National Park. The campus houses all Anna University constituent departments, administrative buildings, libraries, research centres, and hostel blocks.
The Anna University Central Library holds over 2 lakh volumes and subscribes to major research databases including IEEE Xplore, Elsevier ScienceDirect, Springer, and others. Dedicated advanced research labs operate across Electronics, Nanoscience, Environmental Engineering, Materials Science, and Medical Physics departments.
Hostel facilities are available at INR 42,625 to INR 45,450 per year, accommodating both male and female students. The Guindy campus is well-connected by the Chennai Metro (Guindy and Little Mount stations), MRTS (Guindy station), and suburban train lines, making it accessible from across Chennai.
CEG vs NIT Trichy vs PSG College of Technology
These three institutions are frequently compared by engineering aspirants in Tamil Nadu and South India. Each serves a distinct admissions pathway and fee profile, and all three are sought-after options for Tamil Nadu students targeting government-aided engineering education.
| Parameter | CEG (Anna University) | NIT Trichy | PSG College of Technology |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 1794 | 1964 | 1951 |
| Type | Government Constituent College, state university | National Institute of Technology (NIT), autonomous | Private autonomous, aided |
| Location | Guindy, Chennai | Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu | Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu |
| B.E./B.Tech Total Fees | INR 4,59,600 | INR 5 to 6 Lakhs (TN quota) | Varies by department and quota |
| UG Admission | TNEA (no JEE required) | JEE Main (state and all-India quota) | TNEA counselling |
| NIRF 2025 (Engineering) | #20 (Anna University) | Top 15 | Not in top 50 |
CEG offers the unique advantage of TNEA-only admission (no JEE required) combined with top-20 NIRF Engineering ranking and sub-INR 5 Lakh total BE fees. NIT Trichy requires JEE Main and is among the top NITs nationally, preferred by aspirants who clear JEE and want national-level Institute of National Importance status. PSG CoT is the top private autonomous engineering college in Coimbatore, offering TNEA admission and strong industry connections in the Coimbatore manufacturing belt.
CEG FAQs
Ques. What is the B.E. fee at CEG Anna University?
Ans. The total B.E./B.Tech fee at CEG is INR 4,59,600 over 4 years. Government-regulated tuition is only INR 6,000 per semester. Year 1 costs INR 1,28,475 and Years 2, 3, and 4 cost INR 1,10,375 each. Hostel accommodation adds INR 42,625 to INR 45,450 per year.
Ques. Does CEG have a management quota?
Ans. No. CEG is a government constituent college. All B.E./B.Tech seats (Regular Aided and Self-Supporting) are allotted through TNEA state counselling. There is no management quota at CEG.
Ques. What TNEA cutoff is required for CSE at CEG?
Ans. CSE and ECE at CEG are the most competitive branches in TNEA. Closing marks in Round 1 have consistently exceeded 199 out of 200 for the General Category. These are among the highest TNEA closing marks across all engineering colleges in Tamil Nadu.
Ques. What is the NIRF rank of CEG?
Ans. Anna University, of which CEG is the main campus, is ranked #20 in Engineering, #29 Overall, and #9 in Research by NIRF 2025. CEG is the primary constituent college through which Anna University submits its NIRF data.
Ques. What is the highest placement package at CEG?
Ans. The highest package at CEG for 2024-25 was INR 36 Lakhs. The average package was INR 7 LPA. Over 200 companies participate in annual campus placements, and CSE and IT departments record near-100% placement rates.
Ques. Is hostel available at CEG?
Ans. Yes. CEG provides hostel facilities for both male and female students at INR 42,625 to INR 45,450 per year. The campus is in Guindy, Chennai, with access to Chennai Metro and suburban rail connectivity.
Ques. What entrance exam is required for M.E. admission at CEG?
Ans. M.E. and M.Tech admissions at CEG require either a TANCET rank or a valid GATE score. Admissions are processed through Anna University’s centralized PG counselling. GATE score holders are also eligible for the AICTE scholarship of INR 12,400 per month.
Ques. Does CEG require JEE for B.E. admission?
Ans. No. B.E./B.Tech admission at CEG is through TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions), which ranks candidates based on their normalized Class 12 PCM marks. No separate entrance examination like JEE is required for TNEA admission.
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The College of Engineering, Anna University initiates its admission process for the B.E./B.Tech. programs in May each year. For the 2025 academic session, the application forms are expected to be released in May 2025, with the last date for submission around August 2025.
Anna University offers a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Printing and Packaging Technology through its College of Engineering, Guindy campus. This program is available only in a full-time, on-campus format. Anna University does not provide a distance education option for the B.E. in Printing and Packaging Technology.
The fee for the manufacturing engineering is mentioned below:
The fee for the BE course is mentioned below:
The admission process varies from course to course. You can check the course wise admission process of CEG Guindy:
Anna University offers B.E. in Computer Science and not B.Tech. in Computer Science. You can apply for admission to B.E. Computer Science on the basis of merit in the TNEA counselling. The per year fee of the course is INR 30 thousand. The total fee is INR 1.20 lacs.
There are two courses offered in CEG Guindy for Computer Science Engineering. These two courses are B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering and M.Tech. Computer Science Engineering. The per year fee of B.Tech. Computer Science Engineering is INR 32 thousand. The per year fee of M.Tech. Computer Science Engineering is INR 36,060.
How can I apply for admission?
You can apply for CEG Guindy courses in the following process:
College of Engineering does not offer B.E./ B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science course to the students. There are other specialisations offered in the B.E./ B.Tech. which are listed below:
B.Tech. CSE (Computer Science and Engineering) is available in College of Engineering Guindy. There are also various other specialisations offered under B.Tech. which are mentioned below:
No, actually the college CEG Chennai offers reservation category based admission but not for SC/ST students but more for OC, BC, BCM viz. Backward Community students only. And, the classification is such as: BC- 26.5%, BCM-3.5%, MBCM- 20%, etc.
The Total fee structure for B.Tech course at CEG Chennai is around INR 1,88,000 for 4 years and INR 47k per year at CEG Kakinada.
The online application for Anna University Chennai will be live by 3rd week of June 2024 and the result will be released by July last week 2024.
CEG provides credible scholarships to all the students who are deserving. The different scholarships available at the CEG Guindy are given below:
You need to appear for TNEA counselling for taking admission to college of engineering Chennai BTech courses.
No, the College of Engineering University does not offer the BTech in Cyber Security. Check here for the College of Engineering Courses.
Information about scholarship
College of Engineering offers 4 scholarships to the students which are mentioned below:
College of Engineering Anna University offers BE in Computer Science Engineering. Admission to this course is based on TNEA scores. For more info, Check out: CEG Chennai Admissions
Candidates are required to have scored minimum 45% of marks in 10+2 in order to be eligible to apply at College of Engineering.