MCET Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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16 Mar, 2026 TANCET 2026 registration is open till Apr 10 @tancet.annauniv.edu for MBA & MCA admissions. Exam on May 9, 2026. Read more.

MCET offers B.E./B.Tech, ME, and MCA courses in various specializations, along with the Ph.D. programs.

  • Admission to B.Tech/B.E courses is offered by Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA), conducted by Anna University.
  • Candidates who have passed class 10+2 from Tamil Nadu state are eligible for TNEA.
  • Applicants belonging to Tamil Nadu only will be considered for admission. However, children of Central Government employees not domiciled in Tamil Nadu have to provide a valid certificate from their parents who have been serving continuously for more than 5 years at the time of submission of the application.
  • To secure admission into M.E. programs, students have to qualify for TANCET, followed by the central counselling. A 3-year graduation degree in computer applications is required for the MCA program.

MCET Admissions Important Dates 2025

Some important dates for MCET Admissions 2025 are given below. The schedules for TNEA and TANCET are mentioned.

Events Dates
TNEA Registration Timeline May 07, 2025 - Jun 06, 2025
TNEA Result Date Jul 10, 2025
TNEA Counselling Timeline Jul 20, 2025
TANCET 2025 Counselling Date Jun 10, 2025

MCET BE/BTech Admissions 2025

MCET offers B.E/B.Tech programs in various specializations. To finalize the admission, TNEA is conducted by Anna University. Applicants belonging to Tamil Nadu only will be considered for admission. The candidates will get admission based on their marks in 10+2, followed by TNEA counseling. The total course fee for BE and BTech is INR 2.2 lakhs. The course specializations, fees, eligibility, and selection criteria are mentioned-

Course Name Specialization Eligibility Selection Criteria
B.E/B.Tech Mechanical Engineering Passed HSC (10+2) level or its equivalent examination with a minimum of 45% marks in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry put together from a recognized board. Selection is based on marks obtained in the qualifying examination, followed by counselling (TNEA).
Mechatronics Engineering
Production Engineering
Automobile Engineering
Civil Engineering
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Electronics & Communication Engineering
Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering
Computer Science and Engineering
Information Technology

Note: The college gives admissions based on TNEA counselling conducted by Anna University. Candidates of Tamil Nadu who’ve done HSC from other states are also eligible to apply, provided they produce a nativity certificate at the time of counselling.

MCET ME and MCA Admissions 2025

Admission to the ME course at MCET is provided on the basis of the performance of the candidates in TANCET conducted by Anna University. TANCET is an offline examination. Counseling will be conducted in June. The counselling fee is INR 5300 (INR 1150 for SC/ST).

For MCA admissions, the candidates should have passed a recognized bachelor’s degree in any of the following patterns, viz. 10+2+3/4 years Pattern, 10+3 years’ diploma + 3 years Pattern, or 10+2 with AMIE.

Course Name and Fees Specialization Eligibility Selection Criteria
M.E Fees: INR 60,000 CAD/CAM Passed BE/B.Tech in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from an AICTE-recognized university. Selection is based on marks obtained in TANCET or GATE.
Applied Electronics
Computer Science and Engineering
Communication Systems
Structural Engineering
MCA Fees: INR 41,000 Passed Bachelor’s in Computer Science/Applications with Mathematics as a subject with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories)

MCET Cutoff 2025

MCET cutoff for TNEA 2024 for Open Category BTech admission is listed below. The overall cutoff rank for TNEA is 18119-26360. TNEA Cutoff 2023 ranged from 8522 - 22721, lower than 2024.

MCET cutoff for TANCET 2024 for Open Category MCA Admission was 87.237 marks. While the TANCET 2023 cutoff was 77.131 marks, lower than 2024.

Courses Round 1(Cutoff marks)
MCA 87.237

MCET PhD Admissions 2025

MCET invites applications during August and February for Ph.D. programs in several streams. Selection will be done on the basis of marks obtained in the qualifying examination along with the valid GATE, NET, or equivalent entrance examination score. The shortlisted candidates will be considered for a written test or a personal interview (as decided).

Course Name Specialization Eligibility Selection Criteria
Ph.D. Mechanical Engineering Passed a master’s degree in engineering/technology/equivalent or a bachelor’s degree in engineering/technology with an exceptionally good academic record, or a master’s degree in sciences from a recognized university. Selection is on the basis of a valid GATE score or UGC/CSIR NET (JRF)/SLET or equivalent fellowship or Written Test and personal interview conducted by the institute.
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Electronics & Communication Engineering
Computer Science and Engineering

Note: The candidate needs a minimum of 50% marks in the written test, entrance test, qualifying marks, and personal interview in order to be shortlisted for admission.

MCET Application Process 2025

Candidates seeking admission to an undergraduate engineering degree course have to apply for TNEA. The application form can be filled out through the website of Anna University.

For the B.Tech Program:

  • For online mode, the candidates have to pay INR 500 (general candidates) and INR (reserved candidates).
  • For Offline Mode: The candidates have to pay INR 700 (general category) and INR 450 (SC/ST and OBC).
  • After submission of the application form, the candidates will be called for the counseling round on the basis of their marks in graduation.

For M.Tech and MCA:

  • The application form for TANCET can be downloaded from the official website.
  • Candidates have to first get registered and then fill out the form using a login ID and password obtained during the registration.
  • The application fee is INR 500 for the general category and INR 250 for the other categories.

MCET Admissions 2025 FAQs

Ques. How can I apply for admission to MCET Pollachi?

Ans. Admissions at MCET Pollachi are conducted through the Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) counselling process and also the TANCET exam for MCA and ME. Candidates need to register on the TNEA portal and participate in the counseling based on their 10+2 marks.

Ques. Is there a management quota at MCET Pollachi?

Ans. Yes, MCET offers a limited number of seats under the management quota. Interested candidates should contact the admissions office directly for details on eligibility and the application process.

Ques. What is the fee structure for the programs at MCET?

Ans. The total fee for B.E./B.Tech programs range from INR 2.0 to INR 2.2 lakhs, depending on the specialization. The total fee for M.E./M.Tech programs is approximately INR 60,000 for the entire duration.

Ques. What is the cutoff for various engineering branches at MCET?

Ans. Cutoff marks vary each year based on the number of applicants and seat availability at MCET. For instance, the cutoff for B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science was around 25,825 rank in TNEA counseling 2024 for Open Category.

MCET Admissions: Students' Opinion

  • BTech

AI-Generated Summary based on 57 Reviews

Dr. Mahalingam College of Engineering & Technology offers admission to its B.Tech program in Artificial Intelligence & Data Science primarily based on the candidates' Higher Secondary Education marks. The admission process does not require any entrance exam. A typical cutoff for consideration during the TNEA counselling is around 160, with a general cutoff of 150+ being necessary for eligibility. Students opting for the Direct or Management Quota might find variations in the cutoffs, but a cut-off of 165.5 has been recorded in some cases.

The college's notable aspects include strong placement opportunities and industry connections, making it a preferred choice among students despite several alternatives. Located conveniently for local students, the college offers a well-organized admission process with the necessary infrastructure to support the applicants, albeit with some suggestions for improvement in waiting area facilities. The focus on practical skills and a curriculum tied closely to industry standards marks the college as a valuable option for aspiring students looking to venture into the fields of artificial intelligence and data science.

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MCET Upcoming Important Dates 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
Registration & Uploading Documents - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
May 07, 2026 - Jun 06, 2026
Last Date for Uploading Documents - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jun 09, 2026
Certificate Verification - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jun 10, 2026 - Jun 20, 2026
Publication of Rank List - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jun 27, 2026
Grievances Redressal - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jun 28, 2026 - Jul 02, 2026
Govt (7.5%) Special Reservation Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 07, 2026 - Jul 08, 2026
General Special Reservation Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 09, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026
General Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 14, 2026 - Aug 19, 2026
Supplementary Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Aug 21, 2026 - Aug 23, 2026
SCA to SC Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Aug 25, 2026 - Aug 26, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
TANCET 2026 Registration Timeline
Ongoing
Mar 16, 2026 - Apr 10, 2026
TANCET 2025 Admit Card Date
Tentative
May 01, 2026
TANCET 2026 Exam Date
May 09, 2026
TANCET 2025 Result Date
Tentative
Jun 25, 2026
TANCET 2024 Counselling Date
Tentative
Jul 10, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
TANCET advertisement
Mar 11, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
TANCET 2026 Registration Timeline
Ongoing
Mar 16, 2026 - Apr 10, 2026
TANCET 2025 Admit Card Date
Tentative
May 01, 2026
TANCET 2026 Exam Date
May 09, 2026
Registration & Uploading Documents - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
May 07, 2026 - Jun 06, 2026
Last Date for Uploading Documents - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jun 09, 2026
Certificate Verification - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jun 10, 2026 - Jun 20, 2026
Publication of Rank List - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jun 27, 2026
TANCET 2025 Result Date
Tentative
Jun 25, 2026
Grievances Redressal - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jun 28, 2026 - Jul 02, 2026
Govt (7.5%) Special Reservation Counseling - TNEA 2026 [B.Tech]
Jul 07, 2026 - Jul 08, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
TANCET advertisement
Mar 11, 2026

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