Anna University, Chennai, offers a 4-year BE in Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering at its constituent campuses including CEG and MIT. Admission is through TNEA 2026, based on Class 12 marks with no written entrance exam. Total fees are INR 1,38,400. Ranked #20 in Engineering by NIRF 2025, this branch prepares graduates for careers in industrial automation, process control, and measurement systems across core manufacturing and energy sectors.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Round 2 Counselling Registration closes 05 August 2026.
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (8 semesters) | INR 48,000 |
| Other Charges (Semester 1) | INR 26,000 |
| Other Charges (Semesters 2 to 8) | INR 64,400 |
| Total Fees | INR 1,38,400 |
| Hostel Charges (optional, per year) | Up to INR 78,700 |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| TNEA Registration Opened | May 3, 2026 |
| TNEA Registration Closed | June 5, 2026 |
| Rank List Published | July 1, 2026 |
| Round 1 Choice Filling Closed | July 22, 2026 |
| Round 1 Provisional Allotment Released | July 26, 2026 |
| Round 1 Reporting Deadline | July 30, 2026 |
| Round 2 Counselling Registration Closes | August 5, 2026 |
| Round 2 Provisional Allotment | August 9, 2026 |
| Round 3 Counselling Registration Closes | August 19, 2026 |
| Round 3 Provisional Allotment | August 23, 2026 |
| Supplementary Counselling | August 26, 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
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| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship | 100% tuition fee waiver | SC/ST students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs per annum |
| BC/MBC/DNC Scholarship | INR 5,000 to INR 25,000 per year | BC/MBC/DNC students with family income below INR 2 Lakhs per annum |
| First Graduate Tuition Fee Concession | 100% tuition fee waiver | First-generation graduates from Tamil Nadu-domiciled families |
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Ques. What is the admission process for BE EIE at Anna University?
Ans. Admission to BE EIE at Anna University is through the TNEA counselling process based on Class 12 marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. There is no written entrance exam. Seats are allotted through multiple counselling rounds on tneaonline.org between July and August 2026.
Ques. What are the career options after BE EIE from Anna University?
Ans. Graduates of BE EIE from Anna University can pursue roles in industrial instrumentation, process automation, DCS and SCADA systems, and quality control across manufacturing, oil and gas, pharmaceutical, and power sectors. Many graduates also appear for GATE to pursue M.Tech in Control Systems or Instrumentation at IITs and NITs.
Ques. Is BE EIE a good choice for GATE and PSU recruitment?
Ans. Yes, BE EIE provides a strong foundation in control systems, signal processing, and electronic measurement, making graduates well-suited for GATE in Instrumentation Engineering. A good GATE score can lead to M.Tech admissions at IITs and NITs, and PSU recruitment through BPCL, IOCL, and NTPC.
Ques. Can students from outside Tamil Nadu apply for BE EIE at Anna University?
Ans. Yes, 15% of seats are available under the All-India Open Quota for students from other states. Candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with a minimum 60% aggregate and must participate in TNEA counselling on tneaonline.org to secure a seat.
Ques. What scholarships are available for BE EIE students at Anna University?
Ans. EIE students can access Tamil Nadu government scholarships including the SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship with 100% tuition fee waiver, BC/MBC/DNC Scholarship of INR 5,000 to INR 25,000 per year, and the First Graduate Tuition Fee Concession for first-generation graduates. Applications are submitted through the Tamil Nadu Scholarship portal.
Ques. How does BE EIE differ from BE ECE at Anna University?
Ans. While BE ECE focuses broadly on electronics and communication, BE EIE at Anna University emphasises industrial measurement, process control, sensor technology, and automation systems. EIE graduates are primarily oriented toward core industries such as oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing, whereas ECE graduates have broader IT and telecom opportunities.
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