Anna University has officially announced the Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test (TANCET) 2026 Exam & Registration Dates on its official website. The TANCET 2026 Exam will be held on May 9, 2026, for MBA and MCA.
- The Registrations for TANCET 2026 will be opened from March 16, 2026, to April 10, 2026.
- The Admit Cards for TANCET 2026 are expected to be released between April 20 and April 30, 2026.
- The exam will have a total of 100 marks and will include 100 questions.
- There will be +1 mark for each correct answer and ¼ mark for each wrong answer.
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Source: tancet.annauniv.edu
Key Summary
In this article we have discussed TANCET 2026 Exam Dates, Registration, Admit Card, and Results.
- TANCET 2026 will be conducted by Anna University on May 9,2026.
- The Registrations for TANCET 2026 will start from March 16,2026.
- The admit card for the exam will be released expectedly by April 20,2026- April 30,2026.
- The TANCET 2026 exam for MBA and MCA will be held on the same day in different timings.
- CEETA PG exam will be conducted on May 10,2026.
TANCET 2026 Exam Dates
The official dates for TANCET 2026 have been announced on March 11,2026 by Anna University. The TANCET 2026 will be conducted on May 9,2026 for MBA and MCA Post Graduation Courses.
- For MCA exam timings will be 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and for MBA timings will be 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM.
- CEETA PG exam will be held on May 10,2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Ques. Has the official notification for TANCET 2026 been released, and when was it issued?
Ans. Yes, the official Brochure,Exam Dates and Registration Dates have been released by Anna University on March 11,2026 on its official website.
Ques. Are there any separate exam dates for different categories in TANCET 2026?
Ans. No, there is only one Exam that is TANCET 2026 for all categories for admissions in MBA and MCA Programs. There are no separate exams for different categories.
TANCET 2026 Registration Dates
The Registration for TANCET 2026 will start from March 16,2026 and will remain open till April 10,2026. Candidates can register for TANCET 2026 via the Official Website, tancet.annauniv.edu.
- After this period,No Registrations will be allowed for MBA and MCA Courses.
- As TANCET 2026 Exam is already delayed, No extension for registration dates is expected.
How to Register for TANCET 2026?
Candidates should fill the application form accurately as details can not be changed once the registrations are closed.Candidates can refer to this video for Complete Step by Step TANCET 2026 Registrations.
TANCET 2026 Correction Window
There is No Official Correction Window for the TANCET 2026 exam. Candidates are advised to cross verify the information before the submission of form.
- For any major changes in registration form, Candidates can send email to Exam Conducting Body, tanceeta@gmail.com
- Important Details such as Registered Email ID , Mobile Number, Category and Exam Centre can not be changed at any circumstances.
Source: TANCET 2026 Brochure
Also Check: TANCET 2026 Photo Size Guidelines
Ques. How do the TANCET 2026 registration dates compare to previous years like 2025?
Ans. In previous years, Anna university used to start registration for TANCET between January to February. In 2026, TANCET is delayed mainly due to permission issues.
Ques. Does the TANCET 2026 registration period cover both MBA and MCA programs?
Ans. Yes, the announced registration period which is March 16,2026-April 10,2026 is applicable for both MBA and MCA.
TANCET 2026 Admit Card
As per previous years' trends, Anna University releases the Admit Card for the TANCET exam , 10-20 days prior to the exam. For TANCET 2026 , the Admit Cards are expected to be released between April 20,2026 - April 30,2026.
- The TANCET 2026 Hall Ticket should be produced at the time of Entrance Test and also at the time of Counselling and Admission.
- Candidates can download their admit card from the official website using Application number and Password.
- Candidates are advised to verify Photo, Signature,Entrance test name(MBA/MCA),Category and Gender.
- For any discrepancy, candidates should immediately contact Exam Officials.
| Event | Expected Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Expected Admit Card Release Window | 20 April – 30 April 2026 | Admit cards are usually released 10–20 days before the exam |
If the hall ticket is lost after the Entrance Exam, a duplicate Hall Ticket can be obtained on payment of 590/ in the form of a Demand Draft, with a written request to The Secretary, TANCET, Anna University, Chennai – 600 025 indicating the Registration No. / Application No. and the Name of the Examination Centre. - Anna University
Read More at : TANCET 2026 Admit Card
Ques. Is there a separate admit card for TANCET 2026 and CEETA-PG 2026?
Ans. Yes, there will be different registrations and different admit cards for TANCET 2026 and CEETA-PG 2026.
Ques. What details will be mentioned on the TANCET 2026 admit card (name, roll number, exam centre, etc.)?
Ans. TANCET 2026 Admit card includes all information regarding candidate and exam like name,date of birth, gender, exam centre, exam date, application number , photo and signature.
TANCET Previous Years Trends
The TANCET 2026 Exam is delayed as compared to previous years due to elections and permissions. Every year around 32000 candidates appear for the TANCET exam for both MBA and MCA courses.
| Event | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registration Starts | Feb 1,2023 | Jan 10,2024 | Jan 24,2025 |
| Registration Ends | Feb 28,2023 | Feb 15,2024 | Feb 28,2025 |
| Admit Card Release | March 11,2023 | Feb 21,2024 | March 8,2025 |
| Exam Date | March 25,2023 | March 9,2024 | March 22,2025 |
| Result Declared | April 14,2023 | March 28,2024 | April 25,2025 |
| Scorecard Download | April 20,2023 | April 3,2024 | May 7,2025 |
Source: Times of India
TANCET Previous Years Competition Trends
Candidates can view the Competition Trends of Previous Years for the TANCET exam for MBA and MCA programs.
- The number of candidates for MCA has increased due to the change in the duration of the MCA program from 3 years to 2 years.
- For MBA, the number of candidates decreased due to diversification of exam, more candidates are preferring National Level Exams for MBA.
- In 2026, around 23000-26000 and 9900-11000 candidates are expected for MBA and MCA respectively.
| Year | Program | Number of Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | MBA | 22,806 |
| MCA | 10,287 | |
| 2024 | MBA | 24,814 |
| MCA | 9,206 | |
| 2023 | MBA | 24,468 |
| MCA | 9,820 |
Source: Times of India
TANCET 2026 Results
Anna University is expected to release the results for TANCET 2026 by June 2026 along with the Answer Key and Response Sheet.
- The counselling for MBA and MCA courses will start after the declaration of result.
- Candidates can check their results on the official website using their Application number and Password.
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Ques. What documents should I carry along with the TANCET 2026 hall ticket on exam day?
Ans. Candidates must carry a Printed Copy of their Admit Card/Hall Ticket along with any one government issued photo identity card and their Passport Sized Photograph.
Ques. Is there an age limit for TANCET 2026?
Ans. No, there is no age limit for TANCET 2026. Candidates can register for TANCET 2026 without age and number of attempt restrictions.
Ques. Will TANCET 2026 be online or offline?
Ans. TANCET 2026 will be offline in pen and paper mode ,similar to previous years, using OMR Sheets.
Ques. How many test cities are available in 2026?
Ans. There are 15 test centres across Tamil Nadu for TANCET 2026. Candidates can select their preferred exam city during registration.
Ques. How long is my TANCET 2026 score valid?
Ans. The TANCET score is valid for one academic year only (2026–2027).After one year it will be considered as invalid.
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