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College of Engineering Guindy (CEG), Anna University, Chennai, is one of the oldest engineering institutions in Asia, founded in 1794. CEG is a constituent government college of Anna University. B.E. and B.Tech admission 2026 is conducted through TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions) state counselling. All seats, Regular (Aided) and Self Supporting, are filled through TNEA merit with no management quota. Round 1 Upward allotment is underway from August 4 to 7, 2026.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1794 (232 years) |
| Type | Government Constituent College, Anna University |
| UG Programmes | 18 B.E./B.Tech (Regular and Self Supporting) |
| Admission Mode | 100% through TNEA state counselling |
| B.E. Fee (Regular, TN, Year 1) | INR 32,000 |
| B.E. Fee (Self Supporting, TN, Year 1) | INR 41,800 |
| Hostel Fee (UG) | INR 42,625 per year |
No Management Quota: CEG is a government institution. All B.E./B.Tech seats, Regular and Self Supporting, are allotted through TNEA counselling. There is no management quota at CEG.
CEG B.E./B.Tech Admission 2026
CEG offers 18 B.E. and B.Tech programmes across 12 Regular (Aided) branches and 6 Self Supporting branches. Admission is through TNEA 2026 state counselling. CSE and ECE closing marks at CEG have exceeded 199 out of 200 in Round 1 for the general category, making it the most competitive government engineering college in Tamil Nadu.
CEG B.E./B.Tech Admission Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| TNEA 2026 Registration | May 3 to June 5, 2026 |
| TNEA Rank List | July 1, 2026 |
| Round 1 Upward (ECE, Civil, Mining, IT, Geo Informatics) | August 4 to 5, 2026 |
| Round 1 Upward (CSE, Manufacturing, Materials, Mechanical, EEE, Industrial) | August 6 to 7, 2026 |
| Admission Portal | auegov.ac.in |
Note: Candidates allotted to CEG must complete online fee payment at auegov.ac.in before reporting in person at Hall No. 49, Main Building, CEG Campus. Payment confirmation is required for physical admission verification.
CEG B.E./B.Tech Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Programme | Qualification | Minimum PCM Marks |
|---|---|---|
| B.E./B.Tech (General category) | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Maths | 45% in PCM aggregate |
| B.E./B.Tech (SC/ST/SCA of Tamil Nadu) | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Maths | 40% in PCM aggregate |
| B.E./B.Tech Lateral Entry | 3-year Diploma in relevant engineering branch | 45% aggregate |
Candidates must qualify under one of three TNEA categories: Tamil Nadu, Other State, or NRI. Fee structure differs by category. SC/ST/SCA candidates of Tamil Nadu with annual family income below INR 2,50,000 are eligible for Post Matric Scholarship through the UMIS portal.
CEG B.E./B.Tech Selection Process 2026
TNEA does not conduct a separate entrance exam. Selection is based on a normalized rank from Class 12 PCM marks out of 200. Seats are allotted through tneaonline.org in multiple rounds based on rank, category, and choice filling. Round 1 Upward covers all 18 branches from August 4 to 7, 2026, at Hall No. 49, Main Building, CEG.
Regular (Aided) branches include CSE, ECE, Civil, Mechanical, EEE, Mining, Manufacturing, Printing and Packaging Technology, Geo Informatics, and Industrial Engineering, with Tamil Medium variants for Civil and Mechanical. Self Supporting branches include ECE, CSE, BTech IT, BTech VLSI and Design Technology, Bio Medical Engineering, and Materials Science and Engineering.
How to Apply for B.E./B.Tech at CEG?
Candidates allotted through TNEA must complete steps on auegov.ac.in: register with Application Number, register mobile number and email, complete five-tab Data Entry, upload Anti-ragging form, Medical fitness form, Joint declaration form, and academic certificates as PDFs under 500 KB, and pay fee online. Report at Hall No. 49, Main Building, CEG on the allotted branch date with all original documents.
For payment support: support@auegov.ac.in or 044-2235-7973.
CEG M.E./M.Tech and MBA Admission 2026
CEG offers M.E. and M.Tech programmes through Anna University PG counselling based on TANCET 2026 or GATE scores. MBA admission is through TANCET MBA rank. All PG admissions are controlled by Anna University.
CEG M.E./M.Tech Admission Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| TANCET 2026 Registration | March 16 to April 15, 2026 |
| TANCET 2026 Exam | May 9, 2026 |
| TANCET 2026 Result | May 22, 2026 |
| Anna University PG Counselling | Announced post-result on annauniv.edu |
CEG M.E./M.Tech Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Programme | Qualification | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| M.E./M.Tech | B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline from a recognized university | 50% |
| MBA | Any bachelor’s degree from a recognized university | 50% |
CEG M.E./M.Tech Selection Process 2026
Selection for M.E. and M.Tech is based on TANCET or GATE rank through Anna University PG counselling. MBA selection is based on TANCET MBA rank. Seats are allotted based on rank, programme preference, and category.
How to Apply for M.E./M.Tech at CEG?
Appear in TANCET 2026 or GATE 2026 and register for Anna University PG counselling on annauniv.edu. Seat allotment to CEG is rank-based. Physical reporting to CEG follows allotment confirmation.
CEG Scholarships 2026
Students at CEG can avail multiple scholarship and fee concession schemes from the Tamil Nadu government through the UMIS portal.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Post Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/SCA) | SC/ST/SCA with annual family income below INR 2,50,000 | Full semester fee reimbursement via UMIS portal |
| BC/MBC/BCM Fee Reimbursement | BC/MBC/BCM students of Tamil Nadu | Semester fee reimbursement through TN UMIS portal |
| 7.5% Government School Reservation | Students from Tamil Nadu government schools | Reserved seats in TNEA convener quota |
| First Graduate Concession | First graduate in the family | Year 1 fee of INR 26,000 (Regular programme) |
SC/ST/SCA candidates must submit their e-income certificate at admission to avail Post Matric Scholarship reimbursement through the UMIS portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ques. Is there a separate entrance exam for CEG Guindy B.E. admission?
Ans. No. CEG B.E./B.Tech admission is through TNEA, which uses your Class 12 PCM marks for the merit rank list. No separate entrance test is required.
Ques. What is the closing cutoff for CSE at College of Engineering Guindy?
Ans. For the general category, CSE closing marks at CEG have exceeded 199 out of 200 in Round 1 in recent cycles. ECE and EEE are also highly competitive at CEG under TNEA.
Ques. Is there a management quota at College of Engineering Guindy?
Ans. No. All seats at CEG, Regular and Self Supporting, are allotted through TNEA state counselling. There is no management quota at CEG.
Ques. What is the annual fee for B.E. at CEG in 2026?
Ans. For Tamil Nadu students in the Regular (Aided) programme, Year 1 total is INR 32,000 (includes one-time fees, caution deposit, and first semester). From Year 2, each semester is INR 15,200 (INR 30,400 per year). For Self Supporting programmes, Year 1 total is INR 41,800 and subsequent semesters are INR 25,000 each (INR 50,000 per year). Figures are from the official 2026-27 fee structure published by CEG.
Ques. What is the hostel fee at CEG Guindy?
Ans. The hostel fee for B.E./B.Tech students is INR 42,625 per year, subject to availability.
Ques. How are M.E./M.Tech admissions handled at CEG?
Ans. M.E. and M.Tech admissions at CEG are through Anna University PG counselling based on TANCET 2026 or GATE scores. MBA is through TANCET MBA rank. Register on annauniv.edu after TANCET results for PG counselling.
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