B.Tech Biotechnology at Madha Engineering College, Chennai is a 4-year programme affiliated with Anna University and approved by AICTE. Madha Engineering College, established in 1998 and accredited with NAAC A++, offers an 86 percent placement rate with packages up to INR 6 LPA. The programme focuses on molecular biology, genetic engineering, bioprocess technology, bioinformatics, microbiology, and industrial biotechnology. Admission is through TNEA 2026 counselling (code 1411). Graduates can work as biotech research associate, quality control analyst, and bioprocess engineer, or pursue M.Tech (Biotechnology), M.Sc (Biotechnology), MBA (Pharma/Biotech), or GATE (BT).
📋 Admission Status: TNEA 2026 registration closed. Rank list expected June 2026; counselling from July 2026. Check tneaonline.org.
Key Points
- Programme: B.Tech Biotechnology, 4 Years (8 Semesters), Full Time, Anna University
- Total Fees: INR 2,20,000 for 4 Years (INR 55,000 per year; Hostel charges separate)
- Admission: TNEA 2026 counselling (tneaonline.org); Madha code 1411
- Accreditation: NAAC A++; AICTE approved; Anna University affiliated
- Location: Madha Nagar, Kundrathur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600069
Madha Engineering College, Chennai B.Tech Biotechnology Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Fee (per year) | INR 55,000 |
| Total Fees (4 Years, Hostel charges separate) | INR 2,20,000 |
- Annual fee: INR 55,000 per year (Tier 3a source).
- Management quota seats may carry a higher fee; confirm with Madha admissions.
- Hostel charges separate; confirm at madhaengineeringcollege.com before joining.
- Confirm 2026-27 fee directly with the college before joining.
Madha Engineering College, Chennai B.Tech Biotechnology Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| TNEA 2026 Registration | May 3, 2026 to June 2, 2026; register at tneaonline.org |
| TNEA 2026 Rank List Publication | June 29, 2026 (expected); check tneaonline.org |
| TNEA Counselling and Seat Allotment | July 2026 (expected); check tneaonline.org and madhaengineeringcollege.com |
| Commencement of Classes | August 2026 (expected); confirm at madhaengineeringcollege.com |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| TNEA 2026 | June 2, 2026 | Merit-based on Class 12 PCM (no exam) | June 29, 2026 |
- Admission through TNEA counselling; Madha Engineering College TNEA code is 1411.
- Rank determined by Plus Two Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry marks.
- 50 percent seats via TNEA; 50 percent management quota.
- Carry Plus Two marksheet, TC, nativity, community certificate, and photos.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Plus Two (10+2) or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Biotechnology from a recognised board. Minimum 50 percent aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (45 percent for reserved categories).
- Admission is through TNEA rank, computed from Plus Two PCM marks as per Tamil Nadu government norms; no separate entrance exam is required.
- Diploma holders are eligible for lateral entry (2nd year) with a minimum of 45 percent in their diploma programme.
Admission Process
- Register on the TNEA portal (tneaonline.org) and upload Plus Two marks, community certificate, and required documents during the registration window.
- TNEA rank is computed from Plus Two PCM aggregate; a higher PCM percentage improves chances of admission to Madha Engineering College.
- During TNEA web counselling, select Madha Engineering College (code 1411) and B.Tech Biotechnology per your rank and preference order.
- After seat allotment, accept the seat online and pay the provisional admission fee; download the allotment order and report to the college on the notified date.
- Complete registration formalities at Madha Engineering College and pay the first-year fee; carry all original certificates for verification.
✓ Opt for this if
- Interested in pharma, biotech, or clinical research careers
- Fee-sensitive; lowest-cost B.Tech Biotech in Chennai region
- Plan M.Tech (Biotech) or M.Sc after graduation via GATE/CUET
- Targeting Tamil Nadu pharma cluster or healthcare sector jobs
✗ Skip if
- Need research-intensive biotech lab with industry MoUs
- Targeting high-package IT sector after Biotech degree
- Need strong national brand for pan-India pharma placement
- Expecting packages above INR 6 LPA at campus placement
Madha Engineering College, Chennai B.Tech Biotechnology Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Tamil Nadu SC/ST Scholarship | Full fee waiver | SC/ST students with Tamil Nadu domicile; apply via state scholarship portal after joining |
| Tamil Nadu BC/MBC Scholarship | As per government norms | BC/MBC/DNT students; apply via Tamil Nadu government scholarship portal after joining |
| Minority Scholarship (NSP) | As per government norms | Christian minority students; apply via National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) after joining |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | As per government norms | Merit-based; family income below INR 8 lakh; apply via NSP in September-October |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | INR 50,000 per year (up to 2 years) | Female students; family income below INR 8 lakh; apply via AICTE portal in October |
- TN SC/ST/BC/MBC: apply via state scholarship portal after joining.
- NSP minority scholarship: apply via scholarships.gov.in after joining.
- NSP Central Sector: family income below INR 8 lakh; apply October.
- AICTE Pragati (girls): income below INR 8 lakh; apply October.
- Confirm scholarship details at madhaengineeringcollege.com before applying.
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