Anna University
(Anna University)Last Updated: Jul 31, 2026
Established
1978
Campus Size
200.00 Acres
Total Students
10,000
Faculty
550
Student-Faculty
18:1
Government-Regulated Fee Structure for Engineering and Professional Programs
Fee Structure - Anna University
Anna University's CEG and MIT campuses charge government-regulated fees - among the lowest for top-ranked engineering colleges in India. As a Tamil Nadu state university, fees are further subsidized for TN domicile students. The university's TNEA counselling determines seat allocation for 80% of seats.
CEG Campus Fee Structure (2024-25)
| Program | Annual Tuition | Other Fees/Year | Total 4-Year Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.E./B.Tech (Government Quota) | ₹50,000 | ₹8,000-12,000 | ₹2.32-2.48 Lakh |
| B.E./B.Tech (Management Quota) | ₹1.50-2.00 Lakh | ₹8,000-12,000 | ₹6.32-8.48 Lakh |
| M.E./M.Tech (GATE) | ₹25,000-35,000 | ₹5,000-8,000 | ₹60,000-86,000 (2 years) |
| MBA (CEG) | ₹50,000-65,000 | ₹10,000-15,000 | ₹1.20-1.60 Lakh (2 years) |
| M.Sc. / MCA | ₹30,000-40,000 | ₹5,000-8,000 | ₹70,000-96,000 (2 years) |
MIT Campus Fee Structure
| Program | Annual Fee | Total Duration Fee | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.E./B.Tech | ₹50,000-55,000 | ₹2.00-2.20 Lakh (4 years) | Same as CEG govt quota |
| M.E./M.Tech | ₹25,000-35,000 | ₹50,000-70,000 (2 years) | GATE-based admission |
Anna CEG vs Tamil Nadu Engineering Colleges - Fee Comparison
| Institution | B.E./B.Tech Total Fee | Avg CTC | Fee-to-Package Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anna CEG (Govt) | ₹2.32-2.48 Lakh | ₹9.50 LPA | 1:38-41 (excellent) |
| NIT Trichy | ₹6.00-7.00 Lakh | ₹14.80 LPA | 1:21-25 |
| VIT Vellore | ₹8.00-8.50 Lakh | ₹8.77 LPA | 1:10-11 |
| SRM KTR | ₹10.00-11.00 Lakh | ₹6.50 LPA | 1:6-7 |
| PSG Tech | ₹3.00-4.00 Lakh | ₹7.50 LPA | 1:19-25 |
| SSN College | ₹5.00-6.00 Lakh | ₹8.00 LPA | 1:13-16 |
Hostel & Living Costs in Chennai
| Expense | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| CEG Hostel | ₹500-800 | ₹6,000-9,600 |
| Mess Fee | ₹3,000-4,500 | ₹36,000-54,000 |
| Chennai Living | ₹2,000-3,500 | ₹24,000-42,000 |
| Total On-Campus | ₹5,500-8,800/month | ₹66,000-1,05,600/year |
Scholarships Available
TN Government Merit Scholarship: First Graduate scholarship (₹10,000-20,000/year) for students who are the first in their family to attend college - covers 40-50% of CEG tuition.
BC/MBC/SC/ST Fee Waiver: Complete tuition fee waiver for backward class and SC/ST students in Tamil Nadu - effectively free education at CEG.
GATE Stipend for M.E./M.Tech: GATE-qualified M.Tech students receive ₹12,400/month MHRD stipend - more than covering all costs and making M.Tech at Anna University a net-positive financial decision.
Fees Structure at Anna University
Lowest Fees
₹96,000
Highest Fees
₹165,000
Courses with Fees
23
| Course | Duration | Total Fees (Approx) | Fee Breakdown |
|---|---|---|---|
|
B.Tech Information Technology Full Time |
4 Years | ₹138,000 | - |
|
B.Tech Chemical Engineering Full Time |
4 Years | ₹138,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Full Time |
2 Years | ₹96,660 | - |
|
BE Computer Science Full Time |
4 Years | ₹138,000 | - |
|
BE Electronics & Communication Full Time |
4 Years | ₹138,000 | - |
|
BE Mechanical Engineering Full Time |
4 Years | ₹138,000 | - |
|
BE Civil Engineering Full Time |
4 Years | ₹138,000 | - |
|
BE Production Engineering Full Time |
4 Years | ₹138,000 | - |
|
BE Manufacturing Engineering Full Time |
4 Years | ₹138,000 | - |
|
BE Industrial Engineering Full Time |
4 Years | ₹138,000 | - |
|
BE Mining Engineering Full Time |
4 Years | ₹138,000 | - |
|
BE Biomedical Engineering Full Time |
4 Years | ₹138,000 | - |
|
BE Automobile Engineering Full Time |
4 Years | ₹138,000 | - |
|
BE Electrical & Electronics Engineering Full Time |
4 Years | ₹138,000 | - |
|
BE Printing & Packaging Technology Full Time |
4 Years | ₹138,000 | - |
|
BE Rubber & Plastics Technology Full Time |
4 Years | ₹138,000 | - |
|
BE Aeronautical Engineering Full Time |
4 Years | ₹138,000 | - |
|
ME Full Time |
2 Years | ₹96,660 | - |
|
MBA Full Time |
2 Years | ₹137,000 | - |
|
M.Sc Full Time |
2 Years | - | - |
|
MCA Full Time |
2 Years | ₹100,000 | - |
|
B.Arch Full Time |
5 Years | ₹165,000 | - |
|
M.Arch Full Time |
2 Years | ₹96,000 | - |
|
PhD Full Time |
5 Years | ₹125,000 | - |
Disclaimer: Fee structures listed for Anna University including tuition, hostel and other charges are compiled from publicly available sources and are subject to revision each academic year. Actual fees may vary by programme and category. Confirm current fee details on the official Anna University website before making any financial decisions.