VSB Engineering College Karur B.Tech Artificial Intelligence & Data Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. General category students need a minimum 45% aggregate in PCM, while BC/MBC/DNC/SC/ST candidates need 40%. Admission is through the TNEA rank list, which is generated from 10+2 marks without any separate entrance exam.

Ans. The B.Tech in AI and Data Science places greater emphasis on data analytics, statistical modelling, big data frameworks, and Python programming, while the BE CSE specialisation in AI and Machine Learning focuses more on machine learning algorithms, neural network design, and software engineering. Both are 4-year Anna University programmes admitted through TNEA with the same fee structure under the general quota.

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as data analysts, data engineers, AI developers, business intelligence specialists, and machine learning engineers. Leading IT firms such as TCS, Cognizant, Capgemini, and Infosys recruit engineering graduates from VSB Engineering College. Students may also pursue M.Tech or MCA programmes through TANCET or appear for GATE to enter research and development roles.

Ans. Yes. The college offers three merit scholarship tiers based on the TNEA cut-off score. A score of 190 and above earns a 100% tuition fee waiver plus 50% hostel fee reduction. Scores from 185 to 189.75 earn a full tuition waiver, and scores from 180 to 184.75 earn a 50% tuition waiver. The Tamil Nadu Post-Matric Scholarship is also available for eligible SC/ST/OBC students.

Ans. Yes. The B.Tech programme at VSB Engineering College is affiliated with Anna University, Chennai. The curriculum, examinations, and degrees are governed by Anna University norms. Students receive an Anna University degree upon successful completion of the 4-year programme, which is recognised by the Association of Indian Universities and relevant regulatory bodies.

Ans. The VSBEC merit scholarships are based on TNEA cut-off scores and are primarily structured for students admitted through the TNEA quota. Students admitted under the management quota may separately approach the college for any available fee concessions. For state and central government scholarships such as the Post-Matric Scholarship, eligibility is based on community and income criteria regardless of admission quota.