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CSIR- Central ElectroChemical Research Institute, established on July 25, 1948, is a research institute under the umbrella of Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) that offers B.Tech program in Chemical and Electrochemical Engineering affiliated to Anna University, Chennai.
Note: A total of 40 seats are available for the B.Tech program, out of which five are reserved for students of other state
Highlights Table
| CSIR- Central Electro Chemical Research Institute | |
|---|---|
| University Type | Private |
| Basic Admission Criteria | Entrance Based (Anna University, Chennai) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Name | TNEA |
| Entrance Mode | Offline |
| Counseling | University |
| Official Website | www.cecri.res.in |
| Scholarship | Yes |
Central Electrochemical Research Institute Important Dates 2026
Some important dates for the Central Electrochemical Research Institute Admissions 2026 are given below. The schedules for TNEA and TANCET are mentioned.
TANCET 2026 Dates
CEETA-PG 2026 Exam Dates
TNEA 2026 Counselling Date (B.Tech)
CSIR- Central ElectroChemical Research Institute B.Tech Admission 2026
CSIR- Central ElectroChemical Research Institute offers a unique B. Tech course in Chemical and Electrochemical Engineering. Candidates seeking admission in B.Tech course should have passed the Higher Secondary Examination (Academic) – Class XII as per the TNEA 2021 norms prescribed by Anna University. The admission will be on the basis of Tamil Nadu Engineering Admission (TNEA) rank list.
Candidates seeking admission under other state quota should have passed (10+2) or the equivalent exam recognized by any Central Board / Sate Board or any other Board (other than Tamil Nadu) accepted by Anna University, Chennai. Candidates should have studied Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects. For General and OBC(NCL) category minimum marks in PCM should be 50% and for SC/ST it should be 40%. The candidates will be selected on the basis of JEE Main All India Rank.
| Course | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (Chemical and Electrochemical Engineering) | passed HSC class XII or equivalent exam | TNEA/JEE MAIN - for OS |
The selection of candidates will be purely based on the merit list as published under TNEA 2021.
TNEA or Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions is conducted by Anna University, Chennai for candidates wishing to pursue Engineering degree in institutes belonging to Tamil Nadu.
CSIR- Central ElectroChemical Research Institute Application Process 2026
- The candidates need to apply online on the official website of the institute.
- Candidates should download the application form and upload duly filled application form online.
- Allotment will be made based on the merit list.
Candidates need to bring the following with them during counseling:
- Call letter of TNEA 2024.
- Bona fide Certificate (Candidates who have already been admitted to other colleges, are required to produce a letter from the Head of the Institution stating that the original certificates are submitted at the College)
- List of originals documents:
- Mark sheet of HSc or Equivalent Examination
- Mark sheet of SSLC standard
- Conduct Certificate
- Permanent Community Certificate
- Certificate of Physical Fitness
- Transfer Certificate
- 4. In addition, candidates also need to bring a Demand Draft for Rs.30,450/- drawn in favor of the Director, CSIR-CECRI payable at Karaikudi towards College Fees.
Application Process for Other State Quota
- The candidates need to apply online on the official website of the institute.
- Candidates should download the application form and upload duly filled application form online.
- Candidate should also need to send the hard copy of the filled-in application form affixing a photograph and signature to the prescribed address.
- The permanent residence certificate should bear the signature of the competent authority.
- Application fees for General and OBC category is Rs. 200 and for SC/ST is Rs. 100.
- Application fees should be in the form of D.D drawn in favor of the Director, CSIR-CECRI payable at Karaikudi.
- All supporting documents and DD should be sent along with the application.
Following documents (self-attested) are required to be sent along with the application:
- Mark sheet of HSC or Equivalent Examination
- Mark Sheet of X Standard
- Rank card of JEE Main 2021
- Transfer Certificate (or) Migration Certificate
- Permanent Residence Certificate
- Community Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC (NCL) candidates)
- A Demand draft for Rs. 200/- or Rs. 100/- towards application fee
CSIR- Central ElectroChemical Research Institute Reservation 2024
Following table shows the reservation criteria for the 5 seats available for the other state quota:
| Category | Seat |
|---|---|
| General | 3 |
| OBC (NCL) | 1 |
| ST | 1 |
CSIR- Central ElectroChemical Research Institute Scholarship
- BC/MBC/DNC Students Scholarship
- Post Matric
- Free Education
- SC/ST/SCA Students Scholarship
- Post Matric
- Free Education
- CM AWARD Merit Schlorship
Additional Course/Training Program
CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CECRI), is conducting refresher courses/ training program in various fields, each for a duration of 5 days. Interested candidates have to send the application form at the prescribed address.
Each candidate has to pay Rs. 17,250/- (Course Fee Rs. 15,000/- + Rs. 2250/- as 15% Service tax). For overseas fees is USD 750.
Following things are included in the training fees
- Course material
- Training Kit
- Lunch, snacks, tea / coffee
- Course certificate
- Visit to CSIR – CECRI Unit / Corrosion testing center – Mandapam (Near Rameswaram).
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