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Mohamed Sathak AJ College of Engineering (MSAJCE) is a private engineering college located in Siruseri, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Established in 2001, it is affiliated to Anna University, Chennai and is approved by AICTE. The college holds autonomous status and is accredited by NAAC. MSAJCE is a Muslim minority institution managed by the Mohamed Sathak Trust.
MSAJCE does not appear in the NIRF Engineering top 300 for 2025. The institute is NAAC accredited.
The campus is located at 34, Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR), Siruseri IT Park, Siruseri, Chennai 603103, on the Old Mahabalipuram Road corridor. Hostel is available for students at up to INR 45,000 per year.
- BE (6 branches): AI and Machine Learning, Civil, CSE, EEE, ECE, Mechanical - total fees INR 4,20,000 (General quota), INR 6,88,000 (Management quota)
- B.Tech (6 branches): Advanced Communication Technologies, AI and Data Science, CSBS, Cyber Security, Information Technology, VLSI Design - same fee structure as BE
- Lateral Entry BE/B.Tech (7 branches) - 3 years, General quota total fees INR 1,65,000
- ME (2 specialisations): Computer Science and Engineering, Structural Engineering - total fees INR 2,60,000 (General), INR 60,000 (Government quota)
MSAJCE admissions are split equally: 50% through TNEA based on 10+2 marks, and 50% through the management quota. No entrance exam is required for UG admission.
Recruiters visiting MSAJCE include Infosys, DXC Technology, and other IT and engineering companies from the Chennai OMR corridor.
MSAJCE Admission Dates 2026
Admissions to MSAJCE for the 2026-27 session are anchored by TNEA 2026 for government-quota seats. The TNEA rank list was published on July 1, 2026. Round 2 reporting has concluded and Round 3 is expected to follow. Management-quota seats are filled directly by the college on a rolling basis.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| TNEA 2026 Rank List | July 1, 2026 |
| TNEA Round 1 Allotment | July 24, 2026 |
| TNEA Round 2 Provisional Allotment | August 7 to 8, 2026 |
| TNEA Round 2 College Reporting | August 9 to 13, 2026 |
| TNEA Round 3 and Beyond | To be announced at tneaonline.org |
| Management Quota Applications | Open; contact MSAJCE admissions office |
ME admission timelines run through Anna University PG counselling. Candidates with TANCET 2026 or valid GATE scores should monitor annauniv.edu for the ME counselling schedule.
| Programme | Exam / Selection Route | Portal |
|---|---|---|
| BE / B.Tech (TNEA quota) | TNEA 2026 (10+2 marks-based) | tneaonline.org |
| BE / B.Tech (Management quota) | Direct application; 10+2 eligibility only | msajce-edu.in |
| Lateral Entry BE/B.Tech | TNEA Lateral Entry counselling | tneaonline.org |
| ME | TANCET or valid GATE score | annauniv.edu |
MSAJCE Courses and Fees
MSAJCE offers 12 UG engineering programmes (6 BE and 6 B.Tech), 7 Lateral Entry branches, and 2 ME specialisations. Fees vary by quota. The General quota fee for BE and B.Tech is INR 4,20,000 for the full four years. Management quota carries a higher fee of INR 6,88,000.
| Programme | Duration | General Quota Fee | Management Quota Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| BE (AI and ML / Civil / CSE / EEE / ECE / Mechanical) | 4 years | INR 4,20,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| B.Tech (Advanced Communication / AI and Data Science / CSBS / Cyber Security / IT / VLSI Design) | 4 years | INR 4,20,000 | INR 6,88,000 |
| Lateral Entry BE/B.Tech (7 branches) | 3 years | INR 1,65,000 | INR 6,03,000 |
| ME (CSE / Structural Engineering) | 2 years | INR 2,60,000 | INR 60,000 (Govt quota) |
All 12 UG branches are uniformly priced within each quota category. Emerging-technology programmes like Cyber Security and VLSI Design carry no fee premium over traditional branches like Civil or Mechanical Engineering. Hostel accommodation is available at up to INR 45,000 per year, adding up to INR 1,80,000 over four years for a BE or B.Tech student.
MSAJCE Admission Process
MSAJCE follows a dual-route admission model: 50% of UG seats are filled through TNEA and 50% through the management quota directly by the college. As a Muslim minority institution, a portion of seats is additionally reserved for the Muslim minority community as per Government of Tamil Nadu minority institution norms.
BE and B.Tech Admission Process
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics plus Chemistry, Computer Science, or Biology. Minimum 45% aggregate (40% for reserved categories).
- TNEA Route (50% seats): Rank is based purely on 10+2 PCM aggregate marks. No entrance exam required. Candidates register at tneaonline.org, participate in web counselling, and confirm seat allotment.
- Management Quota (50% seats): Direct application to the college. 10+2 eligibility is checked. No entrance exam. Contact the MSAJCE admissions office or visit msajce-edu.in.
- Minority community seats: Muslim minority community candidates benefit from priority allocation per MSAJCE’s minority institution status.
Lateral Entry Admission Process
- Eligibility: Diploma in Engineering from an AICTE-approved institution, or B.Sc. degree with Mathematics. Minimum qualifying percentage as per Anna University norms.
- Selection: TNEA Lateral Entry counselling at tneaonline.org. Diploma holders join the second year of BE/B.Tech directly, completing the degree in three years.
ME Admission Process
- Eligibility: BE/B.Tech in a relevant discipline with a minimum qualifying aggregate as specified by Anna University.
- Selection: TANCET 2026 or valid GATE score. Counselling is through Anna University PG admissions at annauniv.edu.
MSAJCE Placements
MSAJCE placements draw on its OMR location within the Siruseri IT Park, placing the campus adjacent to a major Chennai IT hub. Confirmed recruiters visiting the campus include Infosys and DXC Technology, along with IT and engineering firms from the OMR-SIPCOT corridor.
The college has a dedicated Technology Centre with specialised labs in robotics, IoT, 3D printing, drone systems, and CNC machining. This hands-on infrastructure supports internship readiness for core engineering and technology roles. BE CSE, B.Tech IT, and B.Tech Cyber Security students from MSAJCE are the primary profile for IT sector placements.
Specific placement metrics such as average CTC and highest offer for the most recent batch are not independently verified. Candidates are advised to contact the MSAJCE placement cell directly for batch-specific placement statistics before taking an admission decision.
MSAJCE Scholarships
Students at Mohamed Sathak AJ College of Engineering are eligible for Tamil Nadu government scholarships, central government schemes, and minority community fellowships. Muslim minority community students benefit from the Maulana Azad National Fellowship specifically targeted at their community.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Portal |
|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu Government Scholarship | BC, MBC, SC, ST, EBC category students in professional programmes | TN social welfare department portal |
| Central Sector Scholarship | Meritorious students with family income below INR 4,50,000 per year | scholarships.gov.in |
| Maulana Azad National Fellowship | Muslim minority community students pursuing higher education | scholarships.gov.in |
| Internal Merit Waiver | As per MSAJCE institutional policy | Contact MSAJCE admissions office |
Applications for government scholarships are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in. Tamil Nadu state schemes are applied through state welfare portals. Candidates should apply at the start of each academic year to avoid missing the scholarship deadline.
MSAJCE Campus and Infrastructure
MSAJCE is located at 34, Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR), Siruseri IT Park, Siruseri, Chennai 603103. The OMR location sits within the major Chennai IT corridor, with direct connectivity to Sholinganallur, Perungudi, and the Chennai city centre by road and bus service. The institute operates a transport service for students commuting from different parts of Chennai.
The college’s Technology Centre houses specialised laboratories in robotics, Internet of Things (IoT), 3D printing, drone systems, and CNC machining - infrastructure aligned with B.Tech and advanced engineering coursework. Standard engineering labs for physics, chemistry, CAD/CAM, and embedded systems are maintained as per AICTE and Anna University norms.
Hostel accommodation is available for students at up to INR 45,000 per year. A central library (Learning Centre) is also available on campus. Being within Siruseri IT Park, students have proximity to IT companies for industrial visits and internship opportunities during the programme.
MSAJCE vs Panimalar Engineering College vs Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering
Aspirants considering private Anna University-affiliated engineering colleges in and around Chennai often compare MSAJCE with Panimalar Engineering College (Poonamallee) and Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering (SVCE, Sriperumbudur). All three are private Anna University colleges with autonomous status.
| Parameter | MSAJCE, Siruseri | Panimalar Engineering College | SVCE, Sriperumbudur |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | OMR, Siruseri (Chennai) | Poonamallee, Chennai | Sriperumbudur, Kanchipuram district |
| Affiliation | Anna University, Autonomous, NAAC | Anna University, Autonomous, NAAC | Anna University, Autonomous, NAAC |
| Minority Status | Muslim minority institution | Not a minority institution | Not a minority institution |
| BE/B.Tech General Quota Fee (4 years) | INR 4,20,000 | Comparable fee band | Comparable fee band |
| Admission Route | TNEA (50%) + Management quota (50%) | TNEA + Management quota | TNEA + Management quota |
| Hostel | Available; INR 45,000/year | Available | Available |
MSAJCE suits candidates from the OMR and South Chennai belt, particularly Muslim minority community candidates who benefit from minority seat reservations. Panimalar Engineering College is suited to candidates from North and West Chennai. SVCE draws candidates from Kanchipuram and the Chennai-Bengaluru corridor.
MSAJCE FAQs
Ques. What is the admission process for BE/B.Tech at MSAJCE Chennai?
Ans. BE and B.Tech admission at MSAJCE uses a dual-route model. 50% of seats are filled through TNEA 2026 via tneaonline.org based on 10+2 PCM aggregate marks. The remaining 50% are management-quota seats filled directly by the college. No entrance exam is required for either route. TNEA Round 2 reporting closed on August 13, 2026 and Round 3 is expected to follow.
Ques. What is the total BE/B.Tech fee at MSAJCE under the General quota?
Ans. The total fee for BE and B.Tech under the General quota at MSAJCE is INR 4,20,000 for the full four-year programme, uniform across all 12 branches. Under the Management quota, the total fee is INR 6,88,000. Hostel is available at up to INR 45,000 per year separately.
Ques. Is MSAJCE a minority institution? Does it help in admission?
Ans. Yes. Mohamed Sathak AJ College of Engineering is a Muslim minority institution managed by the Mohamed Sathak Trust. A portion of UG seats is reserved for the Muslim minority community as per Tamil Nadu minority institution norms. Minority community candidates should apply early and contact the MSAJCE admissions office for their specific quota seat details.
Ques. Which B.Tech branches are available at MSAJCE that are not available as BE?
Ans. MSAJCE offers B.Tech in Advanced Communication Technologies, AI and Data Science, Computer Science and Business Systems (CSBS), Cyber Security, Information Technology, and VLSI Design. These are offered as B.Tech and differ from the six BE branches (CSE, AI and ML, Civil, EEE, ECE, Mechanical).
Ques. Does MSAJCE have a hostel?
Ans. Yes. Hostel accommodation is available at MSAJCE at up to INR 45,000 per year. The campus is also accessible by transport service from multiple Chennai zones for day scholars commuting from different parts of the city.
Ques. What ME specialisations does MSAJCE offer?
Ans. MSAJCE offers ME in Computer Science and Engineering and ME in Structural Engineering. The total fee under the General quota is INR 2,60,000 for two years. Admission is through TANCET 2026 or a valid GATE score via Anna University PG counselling at annauniv.edu.
Ques. What scholarships are available for students at MSAJCE?
Ans. Students can apply for Tamil Nadu Government Scholarship (BC/MBC/SC/ST/EBC), the Central Sector Scholarship for families with income below INR 4,50,000, and the Maulana Azad National Fellowship for Muslim minority community students. Apply through scholarships.gov.in. MSAJCE may also offer internal merit-based fee waivers.
Ques. Is MSAJCE NAAC accredited?
Ans. Yes. Mohamed Sathak AJ College of Engineering is accredited by NAAC and holds autonomous status under Anna University, Chennai. The college is also AICTE approved and ARIIA certified for innovation activities.
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