Ques. What is the total fee for BE Robotics and Automation at REC Chennai?
Ans. The total programme fee for government quota seats is INR 5,68,000 for the full 4-year course. Management quota students pay INR 5,80,000 in total. Hostel accommodation is optional and billed separately at INR 65,000 per year. Education loans are available through nationalised banks under AICTE guidelines for eligible students.
Ques. What subjects does the BE Robotics and Automation curriculum at REC cover?
Ans. The programme covers automated system design, robot kinematics and dynamics, motion planning, artificial intelligence, machine vision, and industrial automation control. Applications include material handling, welding automation, machine tool tending, palletisation, assembly, and surgical robotics. The course is designed to align with Industry 4.0 and digital manufacturing skills demanded across modern engineering sectors.
Ques. When was the Robotics and Automation department at REC Chennai established?
Ans. The Department of Robotics and Automation at REC Chennai was established in the academic year 2020-21, making it one of the newer departments at the college. The programme was launched in response to the growing demand for robotics and automation professionals in the manufacturing and technology sectors as India advances toward Industry 4.0.
Ques. How is admission to BE Robotics and Automation at REC processed through TNEA?
Ans. TNEA 2026 generates a merit rank from the aggregate of Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics marks in Class 12. Candidates register at tneaonline.org, attend certificate verification, and fill college and branch preferences during the choice filling window. Allotment is released in multiple rounds, and candidates must report to REC Chennai with original certificates and pay the fees to confirm the seat.
Ques. What career paths are available after BE Robotics and Automation from REC?
Ans. Graduates pursue roles in industrial automation, robotic system design, smart manufacturing, and machine vision at engineering companies, automotive manufacturers, and technology firms. Service robotics for healthcare and rescue applications is a growing specialisation. Roles in AI-enabled automation and embedded systems are also common, and higher studies through GATE in relevant engineering disciplines is another viable pathway.
Ques. Does REC Chennai offer any scholarships for BE Robotics and Automation students?
Ans. Students can apply for the Raghavan Memorial Merit Award, giving a 1-year tuition fee waiver to the first-year class topper across all departments. The Thiruvenkatam Sivasailam Endurance Prize rewards top male and female academic performers. Tamil Nadu government scholarships including the First Generation Graduate Scholarship and state SC/ST scholarships are also available and applied through the state scholarship portal.
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