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Vivekanandha College of Engineering for Women (VCEW) is a private self-financing all-women engineering institution established in 2001, located in Namakkal, Tamil Nadu. It is affiliated to Anna University, Chennai, approved by AICTE, and accredited by NAAC and NBA. VCEW is part of the Vivekanandha Educational Institutions, one of the leading educational trusts in Tamil Nadu.
VCEW does not currently appear in the NIRF 2025 Engineering rankings. No Collegedunia stream rank is available in the published child articles for this institution.
The campus is situated in Elayampalayam, Tiruchengode, Namakkal, set within the Vivekanandha Institutions campus complex. The campus hosts 3,189+ students with 200+ faculty members, a dedicated IDEA Lab, a pre-incubation centre, and a media centre alongside standard engineering labs.
- BE programmes (7 branches): Agricultural Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Computer Science and Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering
- B.Tech programmes (3): Biotechnology, Computer Science and Technology, Information Technology
- ME programmes (3 specialisations): Computer Science and Engineering, Power System Engineering, VLSI Design
- M.Tech: Information Technology
- MBA
The total fee for all BE and B.Tech programmes is INR 2,22,000 for four years (management quota). ME, M.Tech total fee is INR 2,62,000 (management quota) or INR 60,000 (government quota) for two years.
Only female candidates are eligible for admission. The placement cell has facilitated 1,632+ job offers from 170+ companies across graduating batches.
VCEW Admission Dates 2026
VCEW Namakkal admissions for the 2026-27 session follow the Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) model for BE and B.Tech programmes, and Anna University’s PG counselling route for ME, M.Tech, and MBA. No entrance exam is required for UG admission — selection is based on Class 12 academic performance.
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| TNEA 2026 Registration | May 3 to June 5, 2026 (Completed) |
| TNEA 2026 Rank List | July 1, 2026 (Expected) |
| TNEA Counselling Allotment Rounds | July to August 2026 (In progress) |
| TANCET 2026 Exam (for ME / M.Tech / MBA) | May 9, 2026 (Completed) |
| TANCET 2026 Result | May 22, 2026 |
| Anna University PG Counselling | June to July 2026 (Tentative) |
The table below lists the entrance exam or selection route for each programme family at VCEW Namakkal.
| Programme | Admission Route | VCEW TNEA Code |
|---|---|---|
| BE / B.Tech (all branches) | TNEA 2026 (Class 12 marks-based, no entrance exam) | 2620 |
| BE / B.Tech (Management Quota) | Consortium of Self Financing Engineering and Arts Colleges | Direct application |
| ME / M.Tech / MBA | TANCET 2026 via Anna University PG Counselling | N/A |
VCEW Courses and Fees
VCEW Namakkal offers 10 UG engineering and technology programmes (7 BE and 3 B.Tech), 3 ME specialisations, M.Tech in IT, and MBA. All UG programmes are open only to female candidates. The fee structure has two tiers — management quota and government quota — for PG programmes, while UG has a single management quota rate.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees (Management Quota) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BE / B.Tech (all 10 branches) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM / PCB with 45% (female candidates only) | INR 2,22,000 |
| ME (CSE / Power Systems / VLSI Design) | 2 years | BE / B.Tech in relevant branch + TANCET | INR 2,62,000 (Management) / INR 60,000 (Govt) |
| M.Tech (Information Technology) | 2 years | BE / B.Tech / B.Sc in IT / CS branch + TANCET | INR 2,62,000 (Management) / INR 60,000 (Govt) |
| MBA | 2 years | Graduation in any discipline + TANCET | INR 1,77,000 (Management) / INR 41,000 (Govt) |
Among UG branches, Computer Science and Engineering and the newer AI and Data Science branch attract the highest demand at TNEA counselling. The Biomedical Engineering and Agricultural Engineering branches are distinctive offerings among women’s engineering colleges in Tamil Nadu, reflecting the institution’s breadth beyond mainstream CS and ECE streams.
VCEW Admission Process
VCEW is an all-women institution — only female candidates are eligible to apply. All UG admissions are through TNEA, the Tamil Nadu merit-based centralised counselling, with no separate entrance exam.
BE / B.Tech Admission (TNEA Route)
Eligibility requires 10+2 from a recognised board with a minimum of 45% in the relevant science subjects (PCM for engineering, PCB for biotechnology). Female candidates must use VCEW’s TNEA code 2620 when filling their option form at the TNEA portal.
- Register on the TNEA portal (tnea.ac.in) during the registration window
- Fill VCEW (TNEA code 2620) in the option form based on branch preference
- Allotment is based on Class 12 aggregate and subject-wise marks, category certificate, and branch preference
- Non-Tamil Nadu candidates must produce a Migration Certificate at admission
- Confirm admission at VCEW within the allotment window with required documents and fee payment
BE / B.Tech Admission (Management Quota)
Management quota seats at VCEW are filled through the Consortium of Self Financing Engineering and Arts Colleges. Candidates must obtain a consortium rank and pay an advance reservation fee of INR 30,000. Minority quota seats follow the same consortium process under the designated minority category.
ME, M.Tech, and MBA
PG admissions require a valid TANCET 2026 score in the relevant discipline. Seat allotment is through Anna University’s centralised PG counselling. Eligibility is a BE / B.Tech in the relevant branch with 50% marks for ME / M.Tech, and any graduation for MBA with 50% aggregate. Government quota seats for PG programmes carry significantly lower fees (INR 60,000 for ME / M.Tech, INR 41,000 for MBA) and are allotted through Anna University counselling on TANCET merit.
VCEW Placements
VCEW Namakkal’s placement cell has facilitated 1,632+ job offers from 170+ companies across graduating batches since the college’s inception. The cell runs placement training programmes, mock interviews, and aptitude workshops to prepare final-year students for recruitment drives.
Confirmed campus recruiters across graduating batches include Cognizant, Infosys, TCS, Wipro, Tech Mahindra, HCL, Hexaware Technologies, IBM, CSS Corp, Digital Nirvana, and HP. The majority of placement activity is concentrated in the Computer Science and Engineering, ECE, and IT branches.
Beyond campus placements, graduates from Biomedical Engineering and Biotechnology branches pursue higher studies (ME / M.Tech / MSc) and research roles. Agricultural Engineering graduates are eligible for state agriculture department positions and ICAR-affiliated roles.
VCEW Scholarships
VCEW Namakkal students are eligible for Tamil Nadu state government and central government scholarships administered through official portals. As an all-women institution, several schemes specifically benefit female candidates.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu Government Free Education Scheme | First-generation learners, SC/ST/BC/MBC female students from Tamil Nadu | Full tuition fee waiver as per government norms |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | SC/ST candidates with parental income below prescribed limit | Tuition and maintenance allowance |
| BC/MBC Scholarship | BC/MBC/EBC category students from Tamil Nadu | Partial fee support as per scheme norms |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | Top 20% of Class 12 board, parental income below INR 4.5 Lakhs | INR 20,000 per annum |
Eligible students must apply through the Tamil Nadu state scholarship portal or the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) within the deadlines notified each academic year. VCEW’s admission office assists admitted students with the scholarship application process.
VCEW Campus and Infrastructure
VCEW is located in Elayampalayam, Tiruchengode, Namakkal, within the Vivekanandha Institutions campus complex. The campus hosts over 3,189 students with 200+ faculty members and a 7,000+ alumni base.
Infrastructure highlights include a library, media centre, knowledge centre, IDEA Lab, pre-incubation centre, cafeteria, and sports facilities. The IDEA Lab and pre-incubation centre support student innovation and early-stage startup projects. The campus has secured 52 MoUs with industry and research partners, and faculty have produced 357+ publications supported by INR 280 Lakhs in research funding.
Residential accommodation is available in the on-campus hostel for female students, with fees up to INR 50,000 per year. The hostel is within the campus premises, making it a practical option for outstation students.
VCEW vs Muthayammal College of Engineering vs Nandha Engineering College
VCEW Namakkal, Muthayammal College of Engineering (Rasipuram, Namakkal), and Nandha Engineering College (Erode) are all Anna University-affiliated private self-financing engineering institutions in the Namakkal-Erode belt of Tamil Nadu. Aspirants from this region who qualify in TNEA frequently compare these three institutions.
| Parameter | VCEW Namakkal | Muthayammal College of Engg | Nandha Engineering College |
|---|---|---|---|
| Location | Namakkal (Tiruchengode) | Rasipuram, Namakkal | Erode |
| Type | Women-only, private | Co-education, private | Co-education, private |
| Affiliation | Anna University | Anna University | Anna University |
| Established | 2001 | 2008 | 2009 |
| BE Total Fees (Mgmt Quota) | INR 2,22,000 | INR 2,30,000 (approx.) | INR 2,40,000 (approx.) |
| Admission Route | TNEA (no exam) | TNEA (no exam) | TNEA (no exam) |
| Accreditation | NAAC + NBA | NAAC | NAAC |
VCEW’s all-women environment and dual NAAC and NBA accreditation differentiate it from the co-education peers. Muthayammal College of Engineering and Nandha Engineering College both offer co-educational settings that some families prefer. All three admit through TNEA with no separate entrance exam and carry broadly similar fee structures for Anna University-affiliated self-financing colleges.
VCEW FAQs
Ques. What is the fee for BE at VCEW Namakkal?
Ans. The total fee for BE and B.Tech programmes at VCEW Namakkal is INR 2,22,000 for the four-year programme under the management quota. This is uniform across all ten branches — including Computer Science, AI and Data Science, ECE, Biomedical, and Agricultural Engineering.
Ques. Is VCEW only for women?
Ans. Yes. Vivekanandha College of Engineering for Women (VCEW) is an all-women institution. Only female candidates are eligible to apply for admission across all UG and PG programmes at VCEW Namakkal.
Ques. How do I get admission to VCEW Namakkal?
Ans. BE and B.Tech admissions at VCEW are through TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions). Register at tnea.ac.in during the registration window, fill VCEW’s TNEA code 2620 in the option form, and await counselling allotment. No entrance exam is required. ME, M.Tech, and MBA admissions are through TANCET via Anna University PG counselling.
Ques. Does VCEW have a hostel?
Ans. Yes. VCEW Namakkal has an on-campus hostel for female students with fees up to INR 50,000 per year. The hostel is within the campus premises and is available for outstation students.
Ques. Is VCEW accredited by NAAC?
Ans. Yes. VCEW Namakkal is accredited by both NAAC and NBA. It is also AICTE approved and affiliated to Anna University, Chennai.
Ques. What is the TNEA code for VCEW?
Ans. The TNEA code for Vivekanandha College of Engineering for Women, Namakkal is 2620. Candidates must enter this code in the TNEA option form at tnea.ac.in to select VCEW as a preference during counselling.
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Vivekanandha College of Engineering for Women has not mentioned the average CTC details for the MBA course. You can either visit the official website of the institute or else, or you can directly contact the admission department of the institute on one of these numbers to get the information: 04288 - 234670, 04288 - 234241, 04288 - 234259.
Vivekanandha College of Engineering for Women is a women's college, so there is a hostel facility availiable only for girls. Also, the hostels are safe. The total accommodation capacity in this hostel is 3500.
For more information, refer to this link: Vivekanandha College of Engineering for Women Hostel
The first-year fee for the B.tech course is Rs 50,000. To get admission to the four years full-time B.tech course you need to get valid scores on TNEA 2022 entrance test. The exam for this year has already been conducted recently on 20 June 2022.
For more information, refer to this link: VCEW B.tech Admission 2022