The MCA programme at Mohamed Sathak Engineering College (MSEC), Kilakarai, Ramanathapuram, is a two-year full-time postgraduate degree affiliated to Anna University, with an intake of 60 seats (18 government quota, 42 management quota). Admission is through TANCET followed by Anna University centralised counselling. Total programme fees are INR 41,000 (INR 20,500 per year).
TANCET 2026 was conducted on May 9, 2026; results were released on May 22, 2026. MCA counselling through Anna University is expected in June to July 2026 for 2026-27 admissions.
Key Points
- MSEC Kilakarai offers the MCA programme with 60 seats (18 government quota, 42 management quota), affiliated to Anna University under the college’s autonomous status.
- Admission is entirely through TANCET (Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test) conducted by Anna University, covering both government and management quota seats through centralised counselling.
- The two-year programme trains students for careers in software development, database administration, IT systems analysis, enterprise application management, and IT consultancy.
MSEC MCA Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
| Tuition Fee (Year 1) | INR 20,500 |
| Tuition Fee (Year 2) | INR 20,500 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | INR 41,000 |
- Total tuition fees for the two-year MCA programme are INR 41,000 (INR 20,500 per year), payable at the commencement of each academic year.
- Examination fees and university registration charges are levied separately and are not included in the above tuition figures.
- Hostel and transport charges, if availed, are billed separately.
MSEC MCA Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| TANCET 2026 Registration Opened | March 16, 2026 |
| TANCET 2026 Registration Closed | April 15, 2026 |
| TANCET Admit Card | April 27, 2026 |
| TANCET Exam Date | May 9, 2026 |
| TANCET Result | May 22, 2026 |
| Anna University MCA Counselling (Expected) | June to July 2026 |
| Classes Commence (Expected) | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
| TANCET | April 15, 2026 | May 9, 2026 | May 22, 2026 |
- MCA admission at MSEC is through Anna University centralised counselling based on TANCET (Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test) score. Candidates must register for TANCET at the official portal (annauniv.edu/tancet).
- Government quota seats (18 of 60) are filled through Anna University counselling; management quota seats (42 of 60) are filled by the college directly based on TANCET score.
- Documents required: UG degree certificate and mark sheets, TANCET score card, community certificate, transfer certificate, and passport-size photographs.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics as a compulsory subject at 10+2 level or as a subject at graduation level from a recognised university, with a minimum aggregate of 50%.
- BE/B.Tech/B.Arch/B.Pharm graduates and Diploma + AMIE holders are also eligible as per AICTE norms for MCA admission.
- A valid score in TANCET (Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test) conducted by Anna University is mandatory for admission.
Admission Process
- Appear for TANCET (conducted by Anna University each May) and secure a valid MCA score.
- Register on the Anna University PG counselling portal after TANCET results are published and upload the required documents.
- Attend Anna University centralised counselling and exercise preference for MSEC MCA during the allotment process.
- Receive the allotment letter and report to MSEC, Kilakarai, Ramanathapuram, for document verification with original certificates.
- Pay Year 1 tuition fee (INR 20,500) at the MSEC accounts office to confirm admission and obtain the student identity card.
MSEC MCA Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
| Central Government Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/Minority) | As per central government norms | Reserved and minority category PG students; apply via National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) |
| Mohamed Sathak Trust Scholarship | Merit-based, as awarded | Students with more than 80% marks in qualifying examination |
- Central government post-matric scholarships for PG programmes are available through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in); apply within the notified window after admission is confirmed.
- Scholarship documentation requirements and deadlines should be confirmed at the MSEC admissions office at the time of joining.
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