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The BE (Petrochemical Engineering) at AUBIT, Tiruchirappalli is a 4-year full-time undergraduate programme affiliated to Anna University and approved by AICTE, offered by the Department of Petrochemical Technology which was established in 1999 and is NBA accredited. The programme covers chemical engineering fundamentals along with specialised subjects in petrochemical processes, refinery operations, polymer technology, process control, and environmental engineering. The total course fee is Rs. 99,000 for the entire 4-year duration, making it one of the most affordable specialised engineering programmes in Tamil Nadu. With an intake of 60 seats, admission is through the state-level TNEA counselling. The programme is popular among students aspiring to work in the oil and gas, refinery, polymer, and chemical process industries.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are upcoming. TNEA 2026 registration is expected to begin in May 2026, with counselling scheduled between July and August 2026. The 2025-26 admission cycle has concluded, with general counselling held from July 14 to August 19, 2025, and supplementary counselling from August 21 to 23, 2025.

Key Points

NBA-accredited department established in 1999, one of the few specialised Petrochemical Engineering departments in Tamil Nadu government institutions
Curriculum covers chemical engineering, petrochemical processes, polymer technology, refinery operations, process control, and environmental engineering
Strong industry linkages with companies like Shell International, IOCL, ONGC, MRPL, Reliance Industries, CPCL, Kothari Petrochemicals, and SPIC
Department has received funded research projects from DST, DBT, UGC, and TEQIP worth over Rs. 73 lakhs
Graduates have been placed in reputed organisations including L&T, ESSAR Oil & Gas, Asian Paints, BIOCON, Wipro Technologies, and Sanmar Group

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31 Mar, 2026 TNEA 2026 registration is scheduled to commence in the second week of May 2026.

AUBIT BE Fees

The total course fee for BE (Petrochemical Engineering) at AUBIT is Rs. 99,000 for the complete 4-year duration, which is among the most affordable for a specialised engineering programme in Tamil Nadu. The annual tuition fee is Rs. 23,000 per year, with a one-time refundable caution deposit of Rs. 7,000 payable in the first year. Hostel accommodation is optional and available on campus at an additional cost of approximately Rs. 34,800 per year (excluding mess charges).

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Year 1 (Rs.)	Year 2 (Rs.)	Year 3 (Rs.)	Year 4 (Rs.)	Total (Rs.)
Tuition Fees	23,000	23,000	23,000	23,000	92,000
Caution Fee (Refundable)	7,000	-	-	-	7,000
Total Academic Fees	30,000	23,000	23,000	23,000	99,000
Hostel Fees (Optional)	34,800	34,800	34,800	34,800	1,39,200
Total Fees (with Hostel)	64,800	57,800	57,800	57,800	2,38,200

Caution Fee of Rs. 7,000 is fully refundable at the time of course completion or withdrawal
Hostel fees are optional; students may opt for off-campus accommodation (PG/rental rooms available near campus at Rs. 1,000-5,000/month)
Hostel fee breakdown: Admission Fee Rs. 500, Application and Amenities Fund Rs. 600, Room Rent Rs. 600, Electricity Charges Rs. 600, Water Charges Rs. 500, Caution Charges Rs. 5,000, Establishment Charges Rs. 15,000, Mess Advance Rs. 12,000 (Total: Rs. 34,800 per year)
Mess charges are additional at approximately Rs. 3,000 per month (dividing system), totalling approximately Rs. 33,000 for 11 months
Fees are subject to revision as per Government/University norms
No EMI facility is officially mentioned; fees are typically paid at the time of admission/semester registration

AUBIT BE Admission 2026

Admissions to BE (Petrochemical Engineering) at AUBIT are conducted through the Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) process, a state-level centralised counselling conducted by Anna University on behalf of the Tamil Nadu government. There is no separate entrance exam; admission is based on the marks scored in the 10+2 (Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics) examination. For the 2026-27 academic year, TNEA registration is expected to open in May 2026, with counselling commencing in July 2026.

AUBIT Admission Dates

Event	Date
TNEA 2026 Registration Opens	May 7, 2026 (Tentative)
Last Date for Registration and Document Upload	June 6, 2026 (Tentative)
Last Date for Uploading Documents	June 9, 2026 (Tentative)
Certificate Verification	June 10 - June 20, 2026 (Tentative)
Publication of Rank List	June 27, 2026 (Tentative)
Grievances Redressal	June 28 - July 2, 2026 (Tentative)
Govt. (7.5%) Special Reservation Counselling	July 7 - July 8, 2026 (Tentative)
General Special Reservation Counselling	July 9 - July 11, 2026 (Tentative)
General Counselling	July 14 - August 19, 2026 (Tentative)
Supplementary Counselling	August 21 - August 23, 2026 (Tentative)
SCA to SC Counselling	August 25 - August 26, 2026 (Tentative)

TNEA Process Dates

Event	Date
TNEA 2026 Registration Start	May 6, 2026 (Tentative)
TNEA 2026 Registration End	June 8, 2026 (Tentative)
TNEA 2026 Rank List Publication	July 1, 2026 (Tentative)

TNEA does not have a written entrance exam. Admission is purely merit-based on 10+2 marks (PCM aggregate).

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Passed 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical/vocational subjects
Minimum 45% aggregate marks in the above subjects (40% for reserved category candidates)
Lateral entry: Diploma holders in Engineering/Technology with minimum 45% marks (40% for reserved category) may apply for direct second-year admission subject to seat availability

Admission Process

Register on the official TNEA portal (tneaonline.org) during the registration window
Upload required documents including 10+2 mark sheet, community certificate, and other relevant certificates
Appear for certificate verification at the designated centre
Rank list is published based on 10+2 PCM aggregate marks
Participate in online counselling and exercise college/branch preferences
Seat allotment is done based on rank, category, and preferences
Report to AUBIT with original documents and pay fees to confirm admission

AUBIT BE Scholarships 2026

Students admitted to BE (Petrochemical Engineering) at AUBIT are eligible for a range of government-funded scholarships based on community, income, and academic merit. Being a government institution under Anna University, students benefit from Tamil Nadu state government scholarship schemes as well as central government scholarships. These scholarships significantly reduce the financial burden, especially for students from SC/ST, BC/MBC, and economically weaker sections.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship Name	Eligibility	Amount/Benefit
Tamil Nadu SC/ST Scholarship (Fresh and Renewal)	SC/ST students admitted to government engineering colleges	Full tuition fee reimbursement + maintenance allowance
BC/MBC/DNC Scholarship (Fresh and Renewal)	BC, MBC, and DNC community students	Tuition fee reimbursement (partial/full based on income)
Pudhumai Penn Scholarship	Girl students who completed schooling (Class 6-12) in government schools	Rs. 1,000 per month during the course
Post-Matric Scholarship (Central Government)	SC/ST students with family income below Rs. 2.5 lakh per annum	Tuition fee + maintenance charges
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship	Minority community students with family income below Rs. 2.5 lakh	Up to Rs. 30,000 per year
AICTE Pragati Scholarship	Girl students in AICTE-approved institutions with family income below Rs. 8 lakh	Rs. 50,000 per year (up to 2 years)
AICTE Saksham Scholarship	Specially-abled students in AICTE-approved institutions	Rs. 50,000 per year (up to 4 years)

SC/ST and BC/MBC scholarship applications are processed through the college's student affairs office; students must submit fresh applications in the first year and renewal applications in subsequent years
Pudhumai Penn Scholarship is applicable only for girl students who studied in Tamil Nadu government schools from Class 6 to 12
AICTE Pragati and Saksham scholarships are applied through the AICTE portal (aicte-india.org)
Post-Matric Scholarship is applied through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in)
Scholarship deadlines are typically announced at the start of each academic year; students should check the college notice board and official websites for exact dates

AUBIT BE Placement 2026

Placement Highlights

Placement Aspect	Details
Department Establishment	NBA-accredited department established in 1999
Industry Linkages	Shell International, IOCL, ONGC, MRPL, Reliance Industries, CPCL, Kothari Petrochemicals, SPIC
Research Funding	Funded projects from DST, DBT, UGC, TEQIP worth over Rs. 73 lakhs
Key Recruiters	L&T, ESSAR Oil & Gas, Asian Paints, BIOCON, Wipro Technologies, Sanmar Group, Shell International, IOCL, ONGC, MRPL, Reliance Industries, CPCL

AUBIT BE Petrochemical Engineering Ranking

IIRF Ranking

#90 out of 160 in Top Public Colleges in India 2025

#6th in Tamil Nadu

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AUBIT BE FAQs

Ques. What is the difference between BE Petrochemical Engineering and B.Tech Petrochemical Technology at AUBIT?

Ans. Both programmes are offered by the same Department of Petrochemical Technology at AUBIT and cover similar core subjects including petrochemical processes, polymer technology, refinery operations, and process control. The BE (Petrochemical Engineering) designation is used in some listings while the department officially offers B.Tech Petrochemical Technology. Both are 4-year full-time programmes affiliated to Anna University with the same fee structure and admission process through TNEA.

Ques. What is the TNEA rank required to get admission to BE Petrochemical Engineering at AUBIT?

Ans. Based on the 2025 TNEA counselling data, the OC (Open Category) cutoff rank for BE Petrochemical Engineering at AUBIT was approximately 38,916. Ranks for reserved categories (BC, MBC, SC, ST) are typically more relaxed. Students are advised to check the official TNEA rank list and previous year cutoffs for a more accurate estimate.

Ques. What are the career opportunities after completing BE Petrochemical Engineering from AUBIT?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers in oil refineries, petrochemical plants, polymer industries, fertiliser companies, and chemical process industries. Key recruiters include IOCL, ONGC, CPCL, Reliance Industries, MRPL, Shell International, L&T, Kothari Petrochemicals, SPIC, and Asian Paints. Graduates can also appear for GATE for higher studies (M.Tech/M.E.) or PSU recruitment through GATE scores.

Ques. Is the Petrochemical Engineering department at AUBIT accredited?

Ans. Yes, the Department of Petrochemical Technology at AUBIT is NBA (National Board of Accreditation) accredited, which is a mark of quality assurance for the programme. The department was established in 1999 and has a strong track record of research, industry collaboration, and placements.

Ques. Does AUBIT have placement support specifically for Petrochemical Engineering students?

Ans. Yes, the Department of Petrochemical Technology has a dedicated placement cell and maintains placement records. Graduates have been placed in companies such as Shell International, IOCL, ONGC, MRPL, Reliance Industries, CPCL, L&T, ESSAR Oil & Gas, Asian Paints, BIOCON, and Wipro Technologies. The department also publishes placement details on its official page on the AUBIT website.

Ques. Can I pursue higher studies after BE Petrochemical Engineering from AUBIT?

Ans. Yes, graduates can pursue M.E./M.Tech in Chemical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or related disciplines through GATE/TANCET. AUBIT itself offers M.Tech in Chemical Engineering (formerly M.E. Energy Engineering). Students can also apply for M.S./Ph.D programmes at Anna University and other reputed institutions. GATE scores are also accepted for PSU recruitment in oil and gas companies.