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KRCE B.Tech is a four-year full-time undergraduate engineering degree offered in three specializations: Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, and Computer Science and Business Systems. Total fees are INR 8,00,000 for four years at INR 2,00,000 per year. Admission is through TNEA 2026 based on Class 12 marks alone with no separate entrance exam. Median placement salary was INR 5.20 LPA per NIRF 2024-25 data.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Phase 1 seat allotment begins 09 August 2026.
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All three B.Tech specializations at KRCE carry a uniform annual fee of INR 2,00,000, totalling INR 8,00,000 over four years. Hostel is optional at INR 80,000 per year.
| Course | Total Fees (4 Years) |
|---|---|
| B.Tech Information Technology | INR 8,00,000 |
| B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Data Science | INR 8,00,000 |
| B.Tech Computer Science and Business Systems | INR 8,00,000 |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| TNEA 2026 Applications Open | May 3, 2026 |
| TNEA 2026 Applications Close | June 5, 2026 |
| Certificate Verification at TFCs | June 8 to June 29, 2026 |
| TNEA 2026 Rank List Published | July 1, 2026 |
| Main Counselling Begins | July 20, 2026 |
| Phase 1 Seat Allotment | August 9, 2026 |
| Main Counselling Concludes | August 31, 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Here is how KRCE B.Tech compares with similar private engineering colleges in Tamil Nadu on fees, exams, cutoff, and placements.
| College | Fees | Exams | Cutoff | Salary | CD Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KRCE, Trichy | 8 L | TNEA | TNEA 54,450 OC Rank (IT, 2025) | INR 5.20 LPA (Median, 2025) | 4.0/5 |
| SCE, Trichy | 5.48 L | TNEA | TNEA 21,758 OC Rank (CSE, 2024) | INR 4.06 LPA (Median, 2025) | 3.9/5 |
| KEC, Erode | 2.2 L | TNEA | TNEA 15,622 OC Rank (CSE, 2024) | INR 4 LPA (Median, 2025) | 4.1/5 |
| NEC, Kovilpatti | 3.48 L | TNEA | TNEA 13,672 OC Rank (CSE, 2024) | INR 5 LPA (2025) | 4.1/5 |
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KRCE’s 2024-25 placement season saw 432 of 641 graduates placed, a rate of 92.11%. Median salary was INR 5.20 LPA per NIRF 2024-25 data.
| Year | Median Package | Students Placed |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-25 | INR 5.20 LPA | 432 out of 641 |
| 2023-24 | INR 5.00 LPA | 498 out of 544 |
| 2022-23 | INR 4.50 LPA | 465 out of 493 |
Tamil Nadu government and AICTE scholarships cover eligible B.Tech students at KRCE fully or partially based on category and income.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| AICTE Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) | 100% tuition waiver | Family income below INR 8 lakhs (5% supernumerary seats) | During TNEA counselling |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship | Up to INR 50,000/year | First-year girl students with family income below INR 8 lakhs | Not Disclosed |
| TN Post-Matric Scholarship (BC/MBC) | Tuition fee covered | BC and MBC students at recognised self-financing colleges | Not Disclosed |
| TN Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Full tuition reimbursement | SC and ST students at government-approved colleges | Not Disclosed |
| Central Sector Scheme (CSSS) | INR 10,000/year | Minimum 60% in Class 12 with income-based selection | Not Disclosed |
KRCE is ranked by several ranking agencies such as The Week, NIRF, India Today. Some of these rankings are as follows-
| Ranking Agency | Latest | Previous |
|---|---|---|
 | #284 out of 308 (2026) #43rd Tamil Nadu | #198 out of 284 (2024) #26th Tamil Nadu |
 | #170 out of 290 (2026) #30th Tamil Nadu | #168 out of 286 (2025) #29th Tamil Nadu |
 | #201-300 out of 300 (2025) #16th Tamil Nadu | #201-300 out of 300 (2024) #17th Tamil Nadu |
 | #125-160 out of 160 (2022) | - |
 | #75 out of 125 (2023) #17th Tamil Nadu | - |
Ques. Does KRCE B.Tech require a JEE Main score for admission?
Ans. No. KRCE B.Tech admission is entirely through TNEA counselling conducted by Anna University, which uses your Class 12 aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as the sole merit criterion. There is no requirement for JEE Main or any other engineering entrance exam. This is a distinct advantage for students who focused on board exam preparation rather than competitive entrance coaching.
Ques. What is the difference between B.Tech and BE programs at KRCE?
Ans. Both B.Tech and BE are four-year full-time degrees awarded by Anna University with the same UGC recognition and GATE eligibility. BE programs at KRCE cover core disciplines like CSE, ECE, EEE, and Mechanical. B.Tech programs cover technology-focused areas: IT, AI and Data Science, and CSBS. Fees are identical at INR 2,00,000 per year across both degree types.
Ques. How does the AICTE Tuition Fee Waiver work at KRCE?
Ans. The AICTE TFW scheme provides 100% tuition waiver to students from families with annual income below INR 8 lakhs on 5% supernumerary seats. These seats are allotted through TNEA counselling when you select the TFW option. If allotted under this scheme, you pay only non-tuition charges and your INR 2,00,000 annual tuition is waived. TFW seats are not available for management quota allotments.
Ques. What are the hostel facilities at KRCE and what do they cost?
Ans. KRCE provides separate boys and girls hostels on campus at up to INR 80,000 per year covering accommodation and food. Hostel is optional. For outstation students, the on-campus hostel is generally cheaper than private accommodation in Trichy, which costs INR 6,000 to 10,000 per month excluding food.
Ques. Which companies recruit from KRCE for B.Tech campus placements?
Ans. KRCE’s placement cell facilitates on-campus drives for B.Tech and BE students. Regular recruiters include TCS, Cognizant, Infosys, Wipro, Tech Mahindra, Zoho Corporation, and Capgemini for software roles. Amazon and Odessa Technologies have also recruited from KRCE. Most offers go to CSE, IT, AI, and ECE branches. The median salary across all branches was INR 5.20 LPA in the 2024-25 cycle per NIRF data.
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