Hindusthan College of Engineering and Technology (HICET), Coimbatore, offers a 2-year full-time Master of Business Administration program affiliated to Anna University and approved by AICTE. Admission is through TANCET and other accepted national entrance tests. The total programme fee is INR 1,92,000 for general category students and INR 41,000 under the government quota, positioning HICET as an affordable MBA option in Tamil Nadu’s educational landscape.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement expected September 2026 (Tentative).
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Programme Fee (General Category, 2 years) | INR 1,92,000 |
| Programme Fee (Government Quota, 2 years) | INR 41,000 |
| Hostel Charges (Optional, per year) | Up to INR 35,000 |
| Total Fees | INR 1,92,000 |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| TANCET 2026 Registration Opens | March 16, 2026 |
| TANCET 2026 Registration Closes | April 15, 2026 |
| TANCET 2026 Admit Card Release | April 27, 2026 |
| TANCET 2026 Exam Date | May 9, 2026 |
| TANCET 2026 Result Declaration | May 22, 2026 |
| Class Commencement | September 2026 (Tentative) |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
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| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| HICET Merit Scholarship | Up to 100% fee waiver | High TANCET score secured at the time of MBA admission |
| HICET Sports Scholarship | Partial fee concession | Athletes who have competed at state or national level with 60% attendance |
| HICET Talent Test Scholarship | Varies by performance | Performance in Hindusthan Group annual talent competition |
| Tamil Nadu Government Scholarship | As per government norms | BC, MBC, SC/ST, and Adidravidar community students |
| Sitaram Jindal Foundation | Varies by merit and need | Financially needy postgraduate students across India |
Ques. What is the total MBA fee at HICET Coimbatore?
Ans. The total MBA fee at HICET Coimbatore is INR 1,92,000 for general category students over the full 2-year programme. Students admitted under the Tamil Nadu government quota pay INR 41,000 in total. Hostel accommodation of up to INR 35,000 per year is available separately and is not included in the programme fee.
Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for MBA admission at HICET?
Ans. HICET accepts TANCET, CAT, and MAT scores for MBA admission. TANCET is the primary route for students in Tamil Nadu. The TANCET 2026 examination was conducted on May 9, 2026, and results were declared on May 22, 2026. Candidates from other states may also apply using valid CAT or MAT scores from the current cycle.
Ques. Is there a group discussion and interview round for HICET MBA admission?
Ans. Yes. HICET shortlists candidates based on entrance exam scores and academic performance and then calls them to the Coimbatore campus for a group discussion and personal interview. GD and PI scores are combined with the entrance exam result and graduation aggregate to prepare the final merit list for MBA admission.
Ques. Are hostel facilities available for MBA students at HICET?
Ans. Yes. HICET provides separate hostel facilities for male and female students. The hostel fee is up to INR 35,000 per year and is optional. This charge is billed separately from the programme fee. Students should check hostel seat availability directly with the HICET admissions office at the time of enrolment.
Ques. What scholarships are available for MBA students at HICET?
Ans. MBA students at HICET can apply for the institutional merit scholarship offering up to 100% fee waiver for high TANCET scorers, the sports scholarship for athletes competing at state or national level, the Hindusthan Group talent test scholarship, Tamil Nadu government scholarships for BC/MBC/SC/ST communities, and the Sitaram Jindal Foundation scholarship for financially needy postgraduate students.
Ques. Is the HICET MBA degree awarded by Anna University?
Ans. Yes. The MBA degree conferred at HICET Coimbatore is awarded by Anna University, Chennai, as HICET is an affiliated college. The curriculum design, examination schedule, and degree certification are all governed by Anna University, which is a UGC-recognised state technical university that affiliates management and engineering colleges across Tamil Nadu.
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