M.E. Embedded System Technologies at National Engineering College (NEC), Kovilpatti is a 2-year, 4-semester postgraduate programme affiliated with Anna University, Chennai, and approved by AICTE. The programme covers real-time operating systems, FPGA design, IoT, hardware-software co-design, signal processing, and wireless sensor networks. NEC holds NAAC B++ grade and is an autonomous college established in 1984. Admission is through TANCET 2026 or a valid GATE score. Graduates pursue careers as embedded systems engineer, firmware developer, VLSI design engineer, IoT solutions architect, and systems engineer at automotive or defence firms.
📋 Admission Status: TANCET 2026 registration expected February to March 2026. Anna University PG counselling for 2026-27 admissions expected June to July 2026. Check annauniv.edu and nec.edu.in for updates.
Key Points
- Programme: M.E. Embedded System Technologies, 2 Years (4 Semesters), Full Time, Anna University
- Total Fees: INR 1,00,000 for 2 Years (INR 50,000 per year)
- Admission: TANCET 2026 or GATE score; Anna University PG counselling
- Accreditation: NAAC B++ grade; AICTE approved; Anna University affiliated
- NEC PG placement median: INR 3.60 LPA; 145+ recruiting companies
National Engineering College, Kovilpatti M.E. Embedded Systems Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Year 1 | INR 50,000 |
| Year 2 | INR 50,000 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | INR 1,00,000 |
- Total INR 1,00,000 for 2 years; INR 50,000/year.
- Confirm 2026-27 fee at nec.edu.in before admission.
National Engineering College, Kovilpatti M.E. Embedded Systems Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| TANCET 2026 Registration | March 16, 2026 to April 15, 2026; apply at annauniv.edu |
| TANCET 2026 Exam | May 9, 2026; held at test centres across Tamil Nadu |
| TANCET 2026 Result | May 22, 2026; published at annauniv.edu |
| Anna University PG Counselling | June to July 2026 (expected); check annauniv.edu and nec.edu.in |
| Commencement of Classes | August 2026 (expected); confirm at nec.edu.in |
- B.E./B.Tech in ECE, EEE, or related discipline.
- Qualify TANCET 2026 or hold a valid GATE score.
- Anna University PG counselling; management quota available.
- Carry degree marksheets, TANCET/GATE scorecard, community certificate.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- B.E./B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for reserved categories as per Tamil Nadu norms). Final-year candidates may apply provisionally.
- Qualify in TANCET 2026 (conducted by Anna University, Chennai) or hold a valid GATE score in a relevant paper. Admission is through Anna University’s centralised PG counselling.
Admission Process
- Register for TANCET 2026 at annauniv.edu between March 16, 2026 and April 15, 2026; pay the registration fee and select the relevant paper.
- Appear in TANCET 2026 (May 9, 2026) at a test centre in Tamil Nadu; admit card is issued at annauniv.edu. GATE candidates use their valid scorecard.
- Check TANCET 2026 results at annauniv.edu after May 22, 2026.
- Register for Anna University PG centralised counselling (June to July 2026, expected); upload TANCET/GATE score, degree marksheets, and community certificate.
- Fill college and programme preferences online; select National Engineering College, Kovilpatti and your preferred M.E. specialisation.
- After seat allotment, report to NEC with original documents and pay the semester fee. Management quota applicants contact nec.edu.in directly.
✓ Opt for this if
- B.E./B.Tech graduate seeking PG specialisation in Tamil Nadu
- TANCET or GATE qualifier wanting Anna University PG degree
- Student seeking low-fee PG engineering at autonomous college
- Candidate aiming for PSU or state utility careers needing PG degree
- Student preferring Tamil Nadu placement geography after PG
✗ Skip if
- Student needing placement in metro cities beyond TN/Chennai
- Candidate seeking IIT/NIT-level research infrastructure for PG
- Student needing high-brand PG degree for global placements
- Candidate unwilling to relocate to Kovilpatti/Thoothukkudi district
National Engineering College, Kovilpatti M.E. Embedded Systems Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Tamil Nadu Government Scholarship | SC/ST/BC/MBC/DNC students; fee reimbursement and stipend; apply at tnscholarships.in after joining |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship | Girl students in technical programmes; INR 50,000/year; apply via aicte-pragati-saksham-gov.in |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship | Specially-abled students; INR 50,000/year; apply via aicte-pragati-saksham-gov.in |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) | Central and state schemes; apply at scholarships.gov.in after joining |
- TN govt. covers tuition fee for SC/ST/BC/MBC/DNC students.
- AICTE Pragati (girl students) and Saksham (specially abled): INR 50,000/year.
- NSP covers central and state schemes; register after admission.
- Confirm scholarship details and deadlines at nec.edu.in.
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