Anna University offers full-time BE/ B.Tech and B.Arch courses in various disciplines at UG level. The 10+2 level exam or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics is the minimum eligibility criteria for admission.

For BE/ B.Tech admission, the candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of marks obtained in 10+2 followed by TNEA counselling. NATA score is mandatory for B.Arch. course.The specialisations of these courses are given below in a tabular format: 

Anna University UG Eligibility

Candidates must pass a 10+2 level exam or equivalent with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks with PCM as compulsory subjects. 

Anna University UG Selection Criteria

Selection criteria is based on TNEA scores for B.E/ B.Tech admission and NATA scores for B.Arch admission.

Anna University UG Application Process

• Application forms for BE/ B.Tech and B.Arch courses offered by Anna University can be filled online by visiting the official portal of TNEA followed by document verification at the TNEA Facilitation Centers (TFCs).
• Students can choose their desired institutions and programmes after paying the initial deposit, i.e., INR 500 (INR 250 for SC/ST/PH and INR 100 for special reservation category) by Credit/ Debit Card/ Net-Banking or through DD drawn in favour of ‘The Secretary, TNEA Admissions, Anna University payable at Chennai’.
• Final seat allotment is confirmed solely by the admission authority.

Anna University offers ME, M.Tech, M.Plan, M.Arch, MBA, MCA, and M.Sc degree programs at the PG level. The basic eligibility criteria for PG admission at Anna University is have a bachelor’s degree in the relevant field from a recognised university/institute. Admissions will be based on an entrance exam, conducted by Anna University on behalf of the Tamil Nadu government. Admission to  ME, M.Tech, M.Plan, and M.Arch programs will be based on Common Engineering Entrance Test for Admission (CEETA PG). Candidates seeking admission to MBA and MCA programs are required to appear for the TANCET exam. M.Sc admissions will be granted on the basis of a written test conducted by the university.

programs in the various disciplines at the PG level. A BE/ B.Tech degree in the relevant field is the minimum eligibility criteria for admission. Diploma holders along with AMIE are also eligible to apply. Admission is based on TANCET score followed by university-based counselling (TANCA).

For MBA courses, candidates with a valid score in GATE are also eligible to apply. Such candidates are exempted from TANCET.

At Postgraduate level, Anna University also offers M.Arch, M.Plan, MBA, and MCA (Regular+Lateral). The University offers full time M.Sc programmes. Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) is the required eligibility for applying. TANCET qualified candidates have to appear for a university-based counseling (TANCA) based on which admission will be ascertained.

Anna University PG Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates with BE/ B.Tech in the relevant discipline with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PH) from a recognized university OR Diploma with AMIE degree along with two years of work experience are eligible to apply for the PG program like ME, M.Tech and M.Sc 
• Those who have completed their qualifying degree through distance or weekend mode are not eligible to apply.
• Anna University also offers admission under the sponsored category (candidates belonging to Government Aided Institutions/ Government Organizations). Such candidates must have at least five years of work experience in the related field along with a valid score in TANCET.
• For M.Arch admission, candidates must qualify B.Arch in the relevant discipline with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PH) from a recognized university. AIIA (Associateship Examination of the Indian Institute of Architects) qualified candidates are also eligible to apply.
• For MBA admission, candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PH) from a recognized university. 
• For MCA any Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PH) with Mathematics as one of the main subjects at 10+2 or Graduation level from a recognized university is required. For MCA (Lateral Entry) admission, candidates must have qualified BCA or B.Sc (IT/CS) degree with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PH) with Mathematics as one of the main subjects at 10+2 or Graduation level from a recognized university. 
• To be eligible for the M.Plan program, candidates must have passed B. Plan/ B. Arch/ B.E. (Civil Engg OR M.A. / M.Sc in Geography/ Economics/ Sociology/ Social Work with Community development specialisation and Rural Development with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PH) from a recognized university. AIIA (Associateship Examination of the Indian Institute of Architects) qualified candidates are also eligible to apply.

Anna University PG Selection Criteria

• For admission to ME, M.Tech, M.Plan, and M.Arch programs, candidates must appear for the Common Engineering Entrance Test for Admission (CEETA PG). 
• For ME and MTech admissions, candidates with valid scores in the GATE examination are exempted from CEETA PG.
• For MBA and MCA admissions, TANCET scores will be considered.
• The final selection to ME, M.Tech, M.Plan, M.Arch, MBA, and MCA programs will be done through a counselling process.
• For the M.Sc program the selection process is based on a written test conducted by Anna University followed by an Interview for the shortlisted candidates. M.Sc Entrance Test is a two-hour test with 100 MCQs for 100 marks. I/3 marks are deducted for a wrong attempt.

Anna University PG Application Process

The application process for Anna University PG courses is mentioned below:

• To apply for ME, M.Tech, M.Plan, M.Arch, MBA, and MCA programs, candidates must visit the official portal  – tancet.annauniv.edu.
• Click on Registration and then Login using email id and password
• Select the course under the dropdown menu of “Choice of Examination”
• Enter personal, education, and examination details
• Upload photo & signature in the prescribed format
• Verify all the details and Click to go to payment screen
• Make the payment and keep the printout of your application for any reference in future 
• For admission to M.Sc program, students can fill the application form by visiting the official website of Anna University followed by submission of INR 700 (INR 350 for SC/ST/PH) as the application fee.

Anna University PG Application Fees

The entrance test for Anna University ME, M.Tech, M.Plan, M.Arch, MBA, and MCA programs is tabulated below:

MS by Research & PhD courses are offered under Centre for Research (CFR) two times in a year. M.Phil is offered at PG level in different disciplines.

For admission to the M.Phil program, a Master’s degree in the same or related field of research is required. For admission to the M.Phil. program, candidates’ previous academic record will also be put under review. Candidates with an exceptional academic record will be selected.

Candidates with Master’s degree or an M.Phil degree in the same or related field are eligible to apply. Selection to the Ph.D. program is based on the performance of candidates’ in the written test conducted by the University followed by an interview.

Admission to these programs are granted on the basis of candidates’ performance in the entrance test conducted by the University. UGC NET (including JRF)/ UGC CSIR NET (including JRF)/ SLET qualified and Teacher Fellowship holders are exempted from Anna University Written Test. Such candidates have to appear in the interview round.

The M.Phil., Ph.D. and MS by Research courses with their respective specialisations are given below in a tabular format: 

Anna University M.Phil, MS by Research & PhD Eligibility

• To be eligible for the M.Phil program, candidates need to pass MA OR M.Sc degree in the relevant discipline from a recognized university.
• For doctoral courses like PhD and MS by Research admission, candidates must have passed Master's degree in relevant with minimum 55% aggregate. 

Anna University M.Phil, MS by Research & PhD Selection Criteria

• Selection process is based on a written test conducted by Anna University followed by an Interview for the shortlisted candidates. If the students have already passed UGC NET (including JRF)/ UGC CSIR NET (including JRF)/ SLET qualified and Teacher Fellowship then they are exempted from Anna University Written Test. Such candidates have to appear in the interview round.

How to apply for Anna University M.Phil, MS by Research & PhD program 2023?

• For admission to M.Phil program students can fill the application form by visiting the official website of Anna University followed by submission of INR 700 (INR 350 for SC/ST/PH) as the application fee.
• For PhD & MS by Research program, visit the official website of Anna University.
• Fill the application form and pay the application fee of INR 800 (INR 400 for SC/ST) by Credit/ Debit Card or through Net-Banking.
• Take the printout of duly filled application form and send it to the University address along with fee receipt and self-attested copies of desired documents to -The Director Centre for Research, Anna University, Chennai - 600025

Documents required during Counselling:

• Marksheet of 10+2, Graduation and Master's degree. 
• Initial deposit of INR 5000 at the time of counselling in the form of DD.
• Migration Certificate.
• Caste Certificate if candidate belongs to reservation category.
• Entrance exam scorecard and seat allocation receipt.