This is a fascinating career choice which is divided into several disciplines. Some of the most common disciplines of engineering are civil engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, and others.

There is enough scope for engineering in the country. Some of the best careers are obtained in this field. If you are a student who is looking to pursue engineering as a higher study subject from Tamil Nadu, then you can check out these Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu.

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The college offers B.Tech courses in different specialisations, M.Tech, BS + MS, and also MBA courses. The specialisations in which engineering courses are offered by the college are Computer Science and Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and more.

2. NIT, Trichy

The second college on the list of the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu is NIT, Trichy. It is one of the best engineering colleges in the country. The old name of this college was Regional Engineering College (REC) Tiruchirappalli.

It is an Institute of National Importance and was established in 1964. It is also one of the 30 NITs in India. The institute has 11 departments and 12 centres offering undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes in Engineering, Management, Science and Humanities.

The institute is funded by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India and is an autonomous institute. It is an autonomous college.

3. HITS, Chennai

Next up on the list of the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu is HITS, Chennai. This deemed to be university has a NAAC grade of A. It has approvals from COA, AIU, UGC, and NBA. This college was established in the year 1985 and is affiliated with Anna University.

They offer different UG and PG courses in the field of engineering, science, and management. The institute has two campuses, one in Chennai and the other in Kanchipuram. The entrance exams accepted by the college are HITSEEE and HITSCAT.

The institute has state-of-the-art infrastructure. Some of the best amenities of the college are a well-equipped library, laboratories, and computer centres.

4. CIT, Chennai

Next up, we have CIT, Chennai in this list of the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu. The college is approved under AICTE and NBA. This college got established in 2010 and is affiliated with Anna University and accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA).

CIT offers UG and PG courses in various disciplines of engineering, technology and applied sciences. This is a private college with a NAAC grade of A+.

The college has a beautiful and modernised campus in an area of 50 acres, equipped with modern infrastructure and state-of-the-art facilities.

5. VIT, Vellore

A college from Vellore makes it to the list of the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu. This deemed to be university has a ranking of 18 by NIRF and is also accredited by NAAC. The college is approved under AICTE and UGC.

It was in 1984 when the college got established. The engineering courses offered by the college are B. Tech and M.Tech. They also offer B.Arch, M.Arch, B.Des, and M.Des.

The institute has been ranked among the 801-1000 band of THE World University Rankings 2022 and also got 198 Rank by QS Asia Rankings. The top placement offered by the college is 1.2 CPA.

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6. Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai

Yet another college from Chennai in the list of the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu is Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology. Dr. Jeppiaar had established this college in 1987. This leading college of the state was ranked 8th in the ‘All India Engineering Institutes Rankings’ conducted by India Today in 2019.

They offer courses in engineering, science, technology, architecture, and management. The college has an ‘A’ grade by NAAC which is an achievement.

The institute has several research centres, state-of-the-art laboratories, and a library. It also offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities for students, including sports, cultural events, and student clubs.

7. SRM Engineering College, Kanchipuram

A college from Kanchipuram also makes it to the list of the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu. The college is affiliated with the SRMIST, Chennai. It is a private college with a NAAC grade of A++.

The college was established in 1985 and is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), MHRD, and recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC).

The college offers courses in engineering, technology, and management at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. Their NIRF ranking is 36.

8. P.S.G College of Technology, Coimbatore

Here is a college from Coimbatore on the list of the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu. The college was established in 1951. It is an autonomous, government-aided engineering college that has a NAAC grade of A.

The college was established by G.R.Damodaran as a private self-financing institution. But, it was in 1972 that it was later taken over by the Government of Tamil Nadu. It is affiliated with Anna University, Chennai.

The college is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). The college also offers research programs leading to PhD and M.S (by research) degrees.

9. IMU, Chennai

Yet another college from Chennai in the list of the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu is Indian Maritime University. This central university was established through an Act of Parliament in 2008. It was done to promote maritime education and research.

The campuses of this college are in Chennai, Visakhapatnam, Kolkata, Mumbai and Cochin. They offer UG and PG courses in Maritime Science and Technology, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Ship Building and Repair, Port and Logistics Management, Maritime Law and Policy, and Maritime Business Management.

It is approved under UGC.

10. CIT, Coimbatore

We have another college from Coimbatore on the list of the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu. It is one of the oldest engineering colleges in the state and was established in 1956. The college is approved under AICTE and is affiliated with Anna University.

It is a Government-aided autonomous college whose NIRF ranking is 151. It has a total intake of nearly 2,500 students per year. India Today and Outlook India Magazine have ranked among the top 25 engineering colleges in India.

The college offers B.Tech, BE, and ME courses in the engineering field.

11. TCE, Madurai

A college from Madurai makes it to the list of the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu. Thiagarajar College Of Engineering, Madurai is one of the best engineering colleges in the country. A philanthropist and industrialist Karumuttu Thiagarajan Chettiar established this college in 1957.

The Government of Tamil Nadu has recognized this college as a Centre of Excellence and is affiliated with Anna University. The college offers UG, PG, and doctoral courses in engineering and technology, sciences and humanities.

Engineering departments offered by the college are Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics and Communication, Computer Science, Information Technology, Production and Industrial, Biotechnology, Architecture, Mathematics, Humanities and Management.

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12. KCT, Coimbatore

The third college from Coimbatore in the list of the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu is Kumaraguru College Of Technology. This autonomous college was established in 1984. This is one of the first self-financing engineering colleges in the country.

The college is affiliated with Anna University, Chennai and is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). The college has a fully residential campus with modern facilities like an auditorium, library, canteens, hostels and a sports complex.

The college has several international collaborations and tie-ups with research centres to promote the internationalization of education.

13. GCT, Coimbatore

Another college from Coimbatore is on the list of the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu. This college was established before Independence in 1945. The college is established with the aim of providing quality technical education.

This college is affiliated with Anna University, Chennai and is recognized by AICTE. It is one of the oldest engineering colleges in the country. The college has modern laboratories, computer centres, and workshops for providing students with a practical and hands-on approach to learning.

14. Mepco Schlenk Engineering College, Sivakasi

A Sivakasi-based college also makes it to the list of the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu. This is another college that got established in 1984. Mepco Schlenk Charitable Trust had established this college.

Bachelor of Technology, Master of Technology, Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy are the engineering courses offered by the college. The college is affiliated with Anna University, Chennai.

NAAC has accredited the college with an A+ grade and is approved under NBA.

15. SKCET, Coimbatore

SKCET is another Coimbatore-based college on the list of the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu. The college has its approvals from UGC, AICTE, NBA, and MHRD. This autonomous college is affiliated with Anna University.

Founded in 1998, approved by AICTE and accredited by NAAC ‘A’ grade this college offers B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc., and MBA programmes in various disciplines.

The college also offers various research programmes like MS, M.Phil and PhD. The college has various facilities including a library, labs, hostel, cafeteria, sports, etc.

16. Sona College of Technology, Salem

We have a college from Salem on the list of the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu. The college is affiliated with Anna University, Chennai and was founded in 1998.

Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Information Technology, Management Studies, Applied Sciences & Humanities, and the Centre for Industrial Automation are the engineering streams offered by the college.

17. BIT, Sathyamangalam

Bannari Amman Institute of Technology or BIT Sathy is the next college on the list of the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu. This is a private engineering college that got established in 1996.

The college was established by the Bannari Amman Group, a leading business conglomerate in South India. The college has its approval from AICTE and NBA. The institute has been ranked among the top 50 engineering colleges in India by India Today and Outlook.

18. KEC, Erode

A college from Erode makes it to the list of the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu. Kongu Engineering College was established in 1984. This private autonomous college has a NAAC grade of A++.

The college is affiliated with Anna University, Chennai and was established by the Kongu Vellalar Institute of Technology Trust. The college offers UG, PG, and doctoral courses in the fields of engineering, science, and management.

The college is recognized as an R&D Institute by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India and is approved under NBA.

19. Sri Sairam Engineering College, Chennai

Another college from Chennai on the list of the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu is Sri Sairam Engineering College. The college is affiliated with Anna University and is accredited by NAAC with an A grade.

The college offers UG and PG courses in engineering, technology, and management. It also has a research centre which offers research facilities in various disciplines.

The college has a strong emphasis on research and development and has produced several successful scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs. This college was established in 1995.

20. SEC, Chennai

The last college on the list of the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu is Saveetha Engineering College. This is fairly a new college that got established in 2001. It is affiliated with Anna University in Chennai.

This private autonomous college has a NAAC grade of A. The college is approved under NBA and AICTE. Their overall NIRF ranking is 151. They offer B.Tech, BE, and ME courses in the engineering fields for students.

Conclusion

These were all the Top 20 Engineering Colleges in Tamil Nadu. Full information about these colleges, the courses offered by them, specialisation, fee structures, and placements are available on the official websites of these colleges. We wish good luck to the students in their lives and career. Also, check out the Top 10 Pros and Cons of Pursuing a Career in Engineering after 12th. 

Notification in this regard is expected to be released at the earliest. It is all about submitting applications for the entrance exam for admissions.

Schedule with regards to AP EAMCET 2025 registration will be clear once the notification is released.

What is AP EAMCET 2025?

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University in Kakinada will be conducting AP EAMCET 2025 on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council for Higher Education (APSCHE).

The full name of the exam is Andhra Pradesh Engineering Agriculture Pharmacy Common Entrance Test.

It is a state-level exam conducted once a year. AP EAMCET 2025 is meant to be held this year (2025).

The exam is conducted in online mode and answers have to be registered on a computer screen at the designated test center.

The questions in AP EAMCET 2025 would be related to maths/biology, physics, and chemistry.

Questions will be in a multiple-choice format where each question has more than one reply and the right one among that has to be chosen to get marks.

The exam is also known as AP EAPCET and is popular with that name.

Who can take up AP EAMCET 2025 registration?

Candidates who have passed plus-two from a recognized educational institution can take up AP EAMCET 2025 registration.

Subjects in the plus-two must be from the science stream, engineering aspirants have to pass plus-two with maths, physics, and chemistry as subjects.

Agriculture and pharmacy aspirants have to pass plus-two with biology, physics and chemistry as subjects.

Applicants targeting commerce in graduation must pass plus-two preferably in the commerce stream.

Students who are appearing for plus-two or who have appeared and are waiting for the results can also apply.

They have to, however, pass the exam and provide proof of it by the time of admission.

The process to undertake AP EAMCET 2025 registration is online.

Candidates have to visit the official website of AP EAMCET 2025 at ‘https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/APSCHEHome.aspx’ to submit applications.

1. The URL mentioned earlier has to be typed into the browser and the webpage must be allowed to download.
2. Once the webpage is ready, candidates have to pay the registration fee and obtain confirmation.
3. After obtaining confirmation, the applicants can start AP EAMCET 2025 registration, filling the application form for the entrance exam.
4. Upload required documents and submit the application.
5. Post submission, wait for confirmation of successful submission and then download the acknowledgement and take a printout.

AP EAMCET 2025 registration fee

The AP EAMCET 2025 registration fee is Rs 600 for General category applicants for engineering.

The same is Rs 550 for BC students and Rs 500 for SC/ST students. AP EAMCET 2025 registration charges are Rs 600 for Agriculture/Pharmacy applicants from General category.

The same is Rs 550 for candidates of BC category and Rs 500 for applicants of SC/ST candidates.

Applicants choosing both have to pay Rs 1200 while taking up AP EAMCET  2025 registration if they are from General category.

The same is Rs 1100 and Rs 1000 for applicants from BC and SC/ST categories respectively.

Point to remember

Those who wish to take up AP EAMCET 2025 registration must also remember that registration fees may change due to various reasons.

They can browse the information brochure on the official website of AP EAMCET 2025 registration to know the exact amount to be paid while applying for the exam.

How to download the hall ticket

Students who have successfully completed the process of AP EAMCET 2025 registration alone can download hall tickets.

The date for availability of admit cards for will be known when the schedule of AP EAMCET 2025 registration is released.

The process to download admit cards is online, candidates have to visit the official website.

The URL to access the official website is ‘https://cets.apsche.ap.gov.in/EAPCET/Eapcet/EAPCET_HomePage.aspx’

They must appear for the exam at the test center chosen by them. Students who pass AP EAMCET 2025 with the required qualifying marks can apply for counselling.

They can choose the college and the course they wish to study there in the counselling process.

Students who get a seat can accept the offer and pay the fees and then join the respective college for the classes.

Counselling will be conducted in more than one round likely, those who do not get a seat in the initial rounds of counselling can try in later rounds.

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