Anna University Chennai M.Tech Textile Technology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Candidates with B.E./B.Tech in Textile Technology or Textile Engineering are directly eligible. A minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved categories) in the qualifying degree is required. A valid GATE score in Textile Engineering and Fibre Science (TF) or a qualifying TANCET score in the ME category is also mandatory for admission through CEAP.

Ans. No, GATE is not mandatory. Candidates can qualify through TANCET, the state-level PG engineering entrance test conducted by Anna University. GATE-qualified candidates are exempted from TANCET and prioritised in the CEETA-PG merit list. Additionally, GATE-admitted students become eligible for the AICTE monthly scholarship of INR 12,400 per month throughout the programme.

Ans. The total course fee for the two-year M.Tech Textile Technology programme is INR 96,660, covering tuition and other charges across four semesters. The first semester carries higher other charges due to one-time university and laboratory registration payments. Hostel accommodation is optional and costs INR 78,700 per year, billed separately from the course fee.

Ans. Graduates find roles in spinning mills, weaving and processing units, technical textiles, and apparel manufacturing companies. Quality assurance, R and D, and production management positions are common entry points. The Tirupur and Coimbatore textile belts in Tamil Nadu provide strong local job opportunities. Graduates also pursue doctoral research in textile materials and fibre engineering at national institutes.

Ans. Yes, the AICTE PG Scholarship provides INR 12,400 per month to M.Tech students admitted through a valid GATE score at AICTE-approved institutions. Anna University is AICTE-approved, making GATE-qualified M.Tech Textile Technology students eligible for this monthly stipend for the full two-year duration of the programme without a separate application process.

Ans. Anna University conducts the Centralised Engineering Admissions Process (CEAP) for all M.Tech programmes through its Centre for Admissions. Eligible candidates register on the CFA portal, fill in college and course preferences during the choice-filling window, and receive a tentative allotment. They must confirm the seat, report for document verification, and pay the semester fee to complete enrolment into the programme.