List of Top Engineering Colleges in India Accepting TNEA Based on 2025 Ranking

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The top Engineering Colleges in India accepting TNEA include Annamalai University, PSG College of Technology, and College of Engineering, Anna University. Out of the 628 Colleges accepting TNEA in India, 568 are private institutions and 53 of them are government/ public institutions. More than 478 Engineering colleges in India accepting TNEA scores are affiliated with Anna University. 

  • Vellore Institute of Technology, Anna University, and SRM Institute of Science & Technology are ranked 11th, 13th, and 28th, per NIRF Rankings 2023, among the top Engineering colleges in India.
  • A total of 440 engineering colleges from Tamil Nadu will be participating in the counseling process, offering 1.5 Lakh seats for admission. Candidates must check TNEA 2023 Cutoff before the selection process. 
  • The TNEA 2023 Counseling Process is open now. The last date to register for the counseling Process is September 11, 2023. 
  • Anna University, Coimbatore Institute of Technology, and GEC Tirunelveli are some of the top Government Colleges accepting TNEA scores in India. 
  • The average fees vary with colleges and courses and range between INR 70,000 - 3,70,000 annually. Check Top Engineering colleges in India with low fees
  • Vellore Institute of Technology, PSG College of Technology, and SSNCE Chennai are some of the top Private Colleges accepting TNEA scores in India.
  • Top Engineering colleges in India accepting TNEA offer lucrative placement packages that range between INR 4.5 LPA - INR 13 LPA.

Top Engineering Colleges in India Accepting TNEA: Highlights Table

Engineering Colleges in India accepting TNEA and its statistics at a glance are tabulated below:

Parameters Statistics
No. of Colleges 626
Fees INR 70,000 – INR 3,70,000 annually
Specializations Computer Science, Civil, Mechanical, Electronics, Electrical, Automation, Robotics, Aerospace, Artificial Intelligence, Chemical, Communication, Cyber Security etc.
Admission Process Based on TNEA scores + personal interview round

Top 10 Engineering Colleges in India Accepting TNEA

Anna University, SRM Institute of Science & Technology, and SSNCE Chennai are the best Engineering colleges in India accepting TNEA scores. The top 10 Engineering Colleges in India accepting TNEA Scores are given in the table below:

College/ University Name BTech Seats Intake
Amrita School of Engineering, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore Coimbatore 1320+
SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai - Ramapuram Campus Ramapuram, Chennai 2220+
SRM Institute of Science & Technology 1320+
VELS School of Engineering Pallavaram, Chennai 720+
Sri Sairam Engineering College Tambaram Sanatorium, Chennai 1530+
Government College of Technology (GCT) Coimbatore 720+
National Engineering College, Tamil Nadu 600+
Saveetha Engineering College, Chennai Thandalam, Chennai 1560+
Bannari Amman Institute of Technology Erode 1830+
Panimalar Engineering College Poonamallee, Chennai 2400+

Top Engineering Colleges in India Accepting TNEA: NIRF Ranking 2023

National Institute Ranking Framework ranks educational institutions across India which helps in the assessment of quality of education. NIRF bases its ranking list for all specializations on 5 key parameters. The chart below shows these 5 parameters and the individual weightage allotted to them.

Top Engineering Colleges in India Accepting TNEA: NIRF Ranking

The table given below contains the NIRF Engineering Rankings for Engineering Colleges accepting TNEA in India:

NIRF Ranking 2023 College/ University Name NIRF Score
11 Vellore Institute of Technology 66.59
13 Anna University 65.06
28 SRM Institute of Science & Technology 58.56
34 SASTRA (Deemed to be University) 56.21
36 Kalasalingam Academy of Research & Education 55.69
45 SSN College of Engineering 52.88
63 PSG College of Technology 49.43
64 Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences 49.30
66 Sathyabama Institute of Science & Technology 48.87
77 Sri Krishna College of Engineering & Technology 46.03
86 Rajalakshmi Engineering College 43.46
87 Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R & D Institute of Science and Technology 43.43
101-150 Coimbatore Institute of Technology -
101-150 Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science -
101-150 Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences -
101-150 KEC - Kongu Engineering College -
101-150 KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology -
101-150 Kumaraguru College of Technology -
101-150 Mepco Schlenk Engineering College -
101-150 National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management, Thanjavur -
101-150 PSG Institute of Technology and Applied Research -
101-150 Sri Krishna College of Technology [SKCT] -
101-150 Thiagarajar College of Engineering -
101-150 VELS Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies -
151-200 Annamalai University -
151-200 Chennai Institute of Technology -
151-200 SRM Easwari Engineering College -
151-200 R.M.K. Engineering College -
151-200 Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology -
151-200 Sona College of Technology -
151-200 Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College -

Top Government Engineering Colleges in India Accepting TNEA

Government Engineering Colleges are the first priority for every candidate because they cost several times less than private universities. They also offer good exposure to a qualified, distinct faculty, better placement opportunities, and high ROI (Return on Investment). GCT Coimbatore is one of the best colleges accepting TNEA scores and it offers an intake of 720+ for BE/ BTech courses. The table given below showcases the top Government Engineering Colleges in India accepting TNEA with cutoff links:

College/ University Name Cutoff Details
College Of Engineering, Anna University - [CEG], Chennai Check Cutoff 2023
Thiagarajar College Of Engineering - [TCE], Madurai Check Cutoff 2023
Coimbatore Institute Of Technology - [CIT], Coimbatore Check Cutoff 2023
Government College Of Technology - [GCT], Coimbatore Check Cutoff 2023
National Engineering College - [NEC], Thoothukkudi Check Cutoff 2023
SRM Valliammai Engineering College -[VEC], Kanchipuram Check Cutoff 2023
Central Institute Of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology - [CIPET], Chennai Check Cutoff 2023
Apollo Engineering College, Poonamallee Check Cutoff 2023
Government College Of Engineering - [GCE], Salem Check Cutoff 2023
Alagappa College Of Technology, Anna University - [ACT], Chennai Check Cutoff 2023

Top Private Engineering Colleges in India Accepting TNEA

There are 568 Private Engineering Colleges accepting TNEA scores in India. Private Engineering Colleges offer their students with modern infrastructure which facilitates comprehensive learning and all-encompassing practice. Also, they offer several facilities like Wi-Fi, Labs, modern equipment, etc. Tabulated below are the top private Engineering colleges in India accepting TNEA scores along with their cutoff links.

College/ University Name Cutoff Details
Vellore Institute of Technology Check Cutoff 2023
VELS Institute of Science, Technology, and Advanced Studies Check Cutoff 2023
SRM Institute of Science & Technology Check Cutoff 2023
SASTRA (Deemed to be University) Check Cutoff 2023
Kalasalingam Academy of Research & Education Check Cutoff 2023
SSN College of Engineering Check Cutoff 2023
PSG College of Technology Check Cutoff 2023
Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences Check Cutoff 2023
Sathyabama Institute of Science & Technology Check Cutoff 2023
Sri Krishna College of Engineering & Technology Check Cutoff 2023

Top Engineering Colleges in India Accepting TNEA: Fee Structure

There are numerous colleges in India accepting TNEA scores which allow students to choose to study in the most suitable Institute. The fee structure for different courses in these colleges can range anywhere between INR 70,000 - INR 3,70,000 per year. Listed below are some of the top Engineering colleges in India accepting TNEA scores along with their fee structure.

College/ University Name Total Course Fees (INR)
Vellore Institute Of Technology - [VIT University], Vellore 7,83,000
SRM Engineering College, Kanchipuram 10,10,000
Kumaraguru College Of Technology - [KCT], Coimbatore 4,00,000
SSC College Of Engineering - [SSNCE], Chennai 2,00,000
VEL Tech, Chennai 10,00,000
Kalasalingam Academy Of Research And Education, Krishnankovil 5,31,000
Mepco Schlenk Engineering College, Sivakasi 5,36,000
Sri Krishna College Of Engineering And Technology - [SKCET], Coimbatore 2,00,000
Kongu Engineering College - [KEC], Erode 2,25,000
Bannari Amman Institute Of Technology - [BIT], Sathyamangalam 2,10,000

Top Engineering Colleges in India Accepting TNEA: Admission Process

Most of the colleges accepting TNEA scores are situated in Tamilnadu and they are ranked by various ranking agencies like NIRF, India Today, etc. TNEA 2023 counseling Process is ongoing and the last date for the same is September 11, 2023. There are around 626 Engineering colleges in India accepting TNEA, which include 568 private and 63 public colleges. The chart below shows the ratio between private and public colleges in India accepting TNEA scores:

Top Engineering Colleges in India Accepting TNEA: Admission Process

Students wishing to get admission into Engineering colleges in India accepting TNEA are required to qualify for the TNEA entrance exam. Candidates who managed to secure good scores are then eligible to participate in the counseling process. Thereafter, they are called for a personal interview and documents verification round followed by which they are finally offered admission.

How to Apply for Colleges after TNEA?

The application process for Engineering Colleges accepting TNEA in India runs as follows:

  • Candidates must register themselves on the official website of TNEA.
  • This registration will generate a Unique ID/Registration Number and a password.
  • The candidates need to verify their eligibility credentials at the designated TNEA facilitation center.
  • TNEA will release a merit list of candidates allocating Colleges accepting TNEA scores once the verification is complete.
  • Candidates who are satisfied with the allotment made to them are required to confirm admission and report to that institute at the given date and time.

Top Engineering Colleges in India Accepting TNEA: Placement

Engineering colleges in India accepting TNEA like Anna University, SSNCE Chennai, etc. have also tied up with multinational giants such as Google, Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, and many others that participate in their placements drives. These colleges offer average placement packages ranging between INR 4.5 LPA - INR 13 LPA.

Check out the highest and average placement package of some of the best engineering colleges in India accepting TNEA scores in the infographic below.

Top Engineering Colleges in India Accepting TNEA: Placement

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Top Engineering Colleges in India Accepting TNEA: FAQs

Ques. Which Engineering Colleges accept TNEA scores in Mumbai?

Ans. ICT Mumbai, Sardar Patel Institute of Technology, KJ Somaiya College of Engineering, and Dwarkadas J Sanghvi College of Engineering are some of the top Engineering Colleges accepting TNEA scores in Mumbai.

Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for TNEA 2024?

Ans. In order to apply for TNEA, candidates must possess the qualifications like, they need to complete 10+2 from a recognized Board. 

Ques. What are the best Engineering colleges in India accepting TNEA Scores for Computer Science Engineering in India?

Ans. Vellore Institute of Technology, Anna University, and SRM Institute of Science & Technology are some of the best Engineering colleges in India accepting TNEA Scores for Computer Science Engineering in India.

Ques. What are the fees for Private Engineering Colleges accepting TNEA scores in India?

Ans. The average fees for private Engineering Colleges in India accepting TNEA scores usually have a higher fee structure than that of government colleges and it ranges between INR 1.50 - 4.50 Lakhs per year. 

Ques. How to apply for TNEA?

Ans. Candidates who meet the Eligibility requirements for the TNEA entrance exam must register themselves on the official website of TNEA. Once they pay the required fees they are successfully registered for the TNEA entrance exam. 

Ques. What is the counseling procedure for Engineering Colleges accepting TNEA scores in India?

Ans. For admissions into IITs, NITs, and GFTIs one needs to apply for Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) Counseling. For other colleges, one needs to register for TNEA counseling. 

Ques. Do Government Engineering Colleges accepting TNEA scores in India have low fees?

Ans. Yes, there are several government Engineering colleges in India accepting TNEA scores which have low fees. College of Engineering, Anna University, GCT Coimbatore, and GCE Salem are among the best of them.

Ques. What types of courses are offered by Engineering Colleges accepting TNEA scores in India?

Ans. The Engineering Colleges accepting TNEA scores in India offer different UG, PG, and Diploma courses like BTech/ BE, ME/ MTech, Polytechnic, etc.

Ques. Which are the best private Engineering Colleges accepting TNEA scores in India?

Ans. Vellore Institute of Technology, VELS Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies, and SRM Institute of Science & Technology are the best private Engineering Colleges accepting TNEA scores in India.

Ques. Which Engineering Colleges accepting TNEA scores in India are best for placements?

Ans. SSNCE Chennai, TCE Madurai, Coimbatore Institute of Technology, and SKCET Coimbatore are some of the best Engineering colleges in India accepting TNEA scores placements-wise.

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#1
CD Score: 737/2000
NAAC A++
1,60,000BE Biomedical Engineering- Total Fees 4.2 / 5 Based on 225 User
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#184th/500 in India 2025
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#2

Anna University - [AU], Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu |AICTE, UGC Approved
NAAC A
47,200B.Tech Petroleum Engineering and Technology- Total FeesCompare Fees-- 3.7 / 5 Based on 12521 User
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#12th/286 in India 2025
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College of Engineering, Anna University - [CEG], Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu |AICTE Approved
CD Score: 1069/2000
NAAC A
47,200BE Material Science And Engineering- Total FeesCompare Fees 4.2 / 5 Based on 109 User
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#46th/500 in India 2025
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SSN College of Engineering - [SSNCE], Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu |AICTE, UGC, NBA Approved
CD Score: 847/2000
NAAC A+
3,48,000B.Tech Chemical Engineering- Total Fees 4.1 / 5 Based on 114 User
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#117th/500 in India 2025
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#5

St Joseph's College of Engineering and Technology, Thanjavur

Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu |AICTE Approved
CD Score: 835/2000
3,48,000BE Civil Engineering- Total Fees-- 3.9 / 5 Based on 4 User
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#123th/500 in India 2025
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#6

P.S.G College of Technology - [PSGCT], Coimbatore

Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu |AICTE Approved
CD Score: 827/2000
NAAC A
55,000BE Robotics and Automation- Total FeesCompare Fees-- 4.2 / 5 Based on 149 User
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#127th/500 in India 2025
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#7
CD Score: 719/2000
24,555B.Tech Handloom & Textile Technology- Total Fees 4 / 5 Based on 16 User
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#199th/500 in India 2025
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Madras Institute of Technology- [MIT], Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu |AICTE, NBA Approved
CD Score: 677/2000
NAAC A++
53,200BE Aeronautical Engineering- Total FeesCompare Fees 4.1 / 5 Based on 84 User
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#237th/500 in India 2025
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#9

RMK Engineering College - [RMKEC], Thiruvallur

Thiruvallur, Tamil Nadu |AICTE, NBA Approved
NAAC A+
3,48,000B.Tech Information Technology- Total FeesCompare Fees 4 / 5 Based on 206 User
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#71th/269 in India 2025
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3,48,000BE Mechatronics Engineering- Total Fees 3.8 / 5 Based on 72 User
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#125th/286 in India 2025
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Coimbatore Institute of Technology - [CIT], Coimbatore

Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu |AICTE, NBA Approved
CD Score: 525/2000
33,350BE Civil Engineering- Total Fees 4 / 5 Based on 154 User
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#451th/500 in India 2025
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Rajalakshmi Engineering College - [REC], Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu |AICTE, NBA Approved
CD Score: 515/2000
NAAC A++
3,48,000B.Tech Food Technology- Total FeesCompare Fees 3.6 / 5 Based on 203 User
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#471th/500 in India 2025
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Sri Sairam Engineering College, Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu |AICTE, NBA Approved
NAAC A+
3,48,000B.Tech Information Technology- Total FeesCompare Fees
₹ 16,00,000Highest Package69% PlacementCompare Placement
4.1 / 5 Based on 197 User
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#73th/269 in India 2025
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Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology - [SKCET], Coimbatore

Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu |AICTE, UGC, NBA, MHRD Approved
CD Score: 503/2000
NAAC A++
55,000B.Tech Information Technology- Total Fees 4.1 / 5 Based on 107 User
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#493th/500 in India 2025
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Chennai Institute of Technology - [CIT], Chennai

Chennai, Tamil Nadu |AICTE, NBA Approved
CD Score: 675/2000
NAAC A+
55,000BE Mechatronics Engineering- Total FeesCompare Fees 4.2 / 5 Based on 157 User
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#239th/500 in India 2025
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3,48,000BE Biomedical Engineering- Total Fees-- 4.3 / 5 Based on 8 User
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#172th/286 in India 2025
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#17

Saranathan College of Engineering - [SCE], Tiruchirappalli

Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu |AICTE, NBA Approved
3,48,000B.Tech Information Technology- Total Fees-- 3.9 / 5 Based on 49 User
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#6th/314 in India 2024
#18

KLN College of Engineering - [KLNCE], Sivaganga

Sivaganga, Tamil Nadu |AICTE, NBA Approved
NAAC B++
3,48,000B.Tech Information Technology- Total Fees-- 3.8 / 5 Based on 84 User
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#19

RMD Engineering College, Thiruvallur

Thiruvallur, Tamil Nadu |AICTE, NBA Approved
NAAC B++
3,48,000B.Tech Information Technology- Total FeesCompare Fees 3.9 / 5 Based on 48 User
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#116th/269 in India 2025
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SNS College of Engineering - [SNSCE], Coimbatore

Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu |AICTE, UGC, NBA Approved
NAAC A
50,000BE Computer Science And Engineering- Total FeesCompare Fees
₹ 2,10,00,000Highest Package93% PlacementCompare Placement
4 / 5 Based on 77 User
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#143th/269 in India 2025
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#21
3,48,000BE Civil Engineering- Total Fees 4.1 / 5 Based on 44 User
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#205th/286 in India 2025
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#22

JP College of Engineering, Tirunelveli

Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu |AICTE Approved
3,48,000BE Computer Science And Engineering- Total Fees-- 3.7 / 5 Based on 6 User
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#239th/269 in India 2025
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KSR College of Engineering, Namakkal

Namakkal, Tamil Nadu |AICTE, NBA Approved
NAAC A
3,48,000B.Tech Information Technology- Total FeesCompare Fees 3.9 / 5 Based on 38 User
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#189th/269 in India 2025
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Francis Xavier Engineering College, Tirunelveli

Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu |AICTE, NBA Approved
3,48,000BE Computer Science And Engineering- Total Fees 4.1 / 5 Based on 45 User
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#147th/173 in India 2024
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