Candidates should have passed B.E. from a recognized board

PCE offers six specializations under the M.Tech course. Interested candidates should have a B.Tech degree in the relevant field.

Specializations

Eligibility criteria

1. Candidate should have a B.Tech degree with 55% marks
2. For selection, candidates must take the GATE or TANCET, after which they must avail themselves of TANCA counselling.
3. If a candidate has taken the GATE, they need not take the TANCET. However, they should still register for TANCA.
4. Only GATE scores from 2015, 2016 and 2019 are eligible.
5. B.Tech degrees obtained through distance mode/ weekend courses are not eligible.
6. Candidates from outside Tamil Nadu must apply in the open category.

How to apply for GATE?

• Visit the official website
• Register through the link by entering the candidate’s name, email ID and mobile number.
• After the form is submitted, an enrolment ID will be sent to the candidate’s mobile number.
• Fill out the application form.
• A fee of 1,500 INR (750 INR for women and reserved categories) will be charged. It is to be paid online.
• Download the form and keep a printout for future reference.

GATE counselling:

• Register at the official website
• Fill out the application form
• Pay the registration fee of 2,200 INR (1,700 INR for reserved categories)
• Click on “I agree”
• Start entering your choices. When it is done, lock the choices
• Submit the application and keep a printout