TCE Madurai BE Mechanical Engineering: Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Admission to the Mechanical Engineering program at Thiagarajar College of Engineering (TCE) in Madurai is competitive, based on cut-off marks from higher secondary exams. In 2015, applicants needed cut-off marks between 188 to 196.75 out of 200. The college is well-regarded in South Tamil Nadu, ranked 56th in NIRF, and known for strong placement opportunities. Faculty are highly qualified, with many holding PhDs and significant teaching experience. Fees vary: merit students pay INR 18,000-40,000, merit management quota INR 70,000, self-financing INR 80,000, and management quota INR 2,00,000 annually.

Government-aided seat fees are about INR 60,000. Exam fees are INR 3,000 per semester, and hostel fees are approximately INR 50,000 per year. TCE maintains a transparent fee structure with online payments and offers scholarships for financial assistance. Placement opportunities are robust, especially in core sectors, with 91% of mechanical engineering students placed and salaries ranging from 4-21 LPA. IT companies like TCS, Infosys, and Accenture also recruit across departments.

The college provides training programs and mock interviews for placement preparation. Internships are available from companies such as TVS and Titan. Scholarships support first-generation and low-income students, requiring income certificates and other documentation. TVS Motor Corp sponsors selected students, covering expenses for four years. Sponsorships and scholarships are also provided for state-level competitions.