Anna University fees 2026 range from INR 29,325 for MCA to INR 64,445 for MBA in the first year. AU Chennai fees for 4-year BE/BTech is INR 1,38,400 for the regular programme and INR 2,16,800 for the self-supporting programme.
Anna University PG courses fees like ME/MTech is INR 96,660 (GATE) or INR 1,16,660 (Non-GATE) for over 2 years. The BArch (5 years) costs INR 1.67 Lakhs in the regular programme, and the BPlan (4 years) totals INR 1.38 Lakhs.
Anna University hostel fees range from INR 42,625 to INR 45,450 per year, including room rent, electricity, water, and mess advance.
Anna University offers 80+ courses across UG and PG. The fees structure for Engineering courses varies by the student category and domicile. The table below summarises Anna University's total fees 2026 across all major programmes for general-category Tamil Nadu candidates.
| Programme | Mode | Duration | Year 1 Fees | Total Course Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BE/BTech | Regular | 4 Years | INR 32,000 | INR 1,38,400 |
| BE/BTech | Self-Supporting | 4 Years | INR 41,800 | INR 2,16,800 |
| ME/MTech | Full-Time GATE | 2 Years | INR 36,060 | INR 96,660 |
| ME/MTech | Full-Time Non-GATE | 2 Years | INR 41,060 | INR 1,16,660 |
| ME/MTech | Part-Time | 3 Years | INR 39,660 | INR 1,65,660 |
| MBA | Regular | 2 Years | INR 41,375 | INR 1,37,020 |
| MBA | Self-Supporting | 2 Years | INR 64,445 | INR 2,29,300 |
| MCA | Full Time (Day) | 2 Years | INR 29,325 | INR 88,820 |
| MCA | Self-Supporting | 2 Years | INR 46,975 | INR 1,60,020 |
| MBA/MSc(CS) | Distance | 2 Years | INR 18,650 (Sem 1) | INR 56,150 |
| MCA | Distance | 3 Years | INR 18,650 (Sem 1) | INR 81,150 |
Source: Verified from Anna University Official Fee Notifications 2025-26, (annauniv.edu) and CDOE Anna University.
Anna University fee structure 2026 has three components: One-Time Fees (paid only at admission), Caution Deposit (refundable on course completion), and Semester Fees (paid every semester). The component-wise Anna University fees structure is given below.
Component | When Paid | Refundable? | Heads Included |
|---|---|---|---|
A. One-Time Fees | Year 1 only (at admission) | No | Admission Fee, Academic Course Fee, Personality & Character Development, Placement & Training, Sports Affiliation, NSS/YRC, Smart Card, Recognition & Enrollment, Co-operative Society |
B. Caution Deposit | Year 1 only (at admission) | Yes (on course completion) | Institutional Deposit (INR 5,000) + Library Deposit (INR 2,000) |
C. Semester Fees | Every semester | No | Tuition Fee, Development Fee, Library, Computer Charges, Lab Contingency, Educational Media, Internet, Sports & Games, Cultural Society, Industrial Visit, Entrepreneurship Development, etc. |
Source: Verified from Anna University CEG Fee Structure 2025-26 Notification
Year 1 total = A + B + C (one semester). Years 2 onwards = C × 2 (two semesters per year, with no further admission or caution charges). The Caution Deposit of INR 7,000 is refunded after the student completes the programme and clears no dues.
Anna University BTech fees for the 4-year are INR 1,38,400 (regular) and INR 2,16,800 (self-supporting) for general-category Tamil Nadu candidates. The first Semester fees are INR 32,000 (regular) and INR 41,800 (self-supporting). The BTech and BE fees differ between the regular and self-financing programmes. Anna University BE Aeronautical Engineering course fees is INR 27,000 in the first year and INR 98,400 for the full four years.
Anna University Guindy fees 2026 for the BTech and BE course differ based on the student category and domicile. The first Semester fees are INR 32,000 (regular), while Subsequent Semesters (per semester) is INR 15,200. The table below shows Anna University BTech fees 2026 for the regular program
| Candidate Category | Semester 1 Fees | Total Fees (4 Years) |
|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu General | INR 32,000 | INR 1,38,400 |
| Other State (OS) General | INR 27,500 | INR 1,33,900 (after seat acceptance adjustment) |
| NRI (excl. CIR Tuition + Dev. fee) | INR 24,300 | INR 73,500 |
| TN First Graduate (FG) | INR 26,000 | INR 1,11,400 |
| TN SC/ST/SCA (income < 2.5 L) — PMSS | INR 11,900 | INR 11,900 (deposits only; semester fees waived) |
| TN SC/ST/SCA (income > 2.5 L) | INR 26,000 | INR 1,11,400 |
| Differently Abled (TN) | INR 11,900 | INR 11,900 (semester fees exempt) |
Source: Verified from CEG BE/BTech Regular Programme Fee Structure 2025-26.
Anna University fees 2026 for the Self-Supporting BTech course cost more than the regular programme fee. The first Semester fees are INR 41,800, while Subsequent Semesters (per semester) is INR 25,000. The fees for the 4 year BTech and BE is INR 2,16,800 for Tamil Nadu General category students
| Candidate Category | Semester 1 Fees | Total Fees (4 Years) |
|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu General | INR 41,800 | INR 2,16,800 |
| Other State (OS) General | INR 37,300 | INR 2,12,300 (after seat acceptance adjustment) |
| NRI (excluding CIR Tuition + Devlopment fee) | INR 25,300 | INR 82,500 |
| TN First Graduate (FG) | INR 27,000 | INR 1,17,400 |
| TN SC/ST/SCA (income < 2.5 L) — PMSS | INR 11,900 | INR 11,900 (deposits only) |
| Differently Abled (TN) | INR 11,900 | INR 11,900 (semester fees exempt) |
Source: CEG BE/BTech Self-Supporting Programme Fee Structure 2025-26
Important: Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) for SC/ST/SCA students applies ONLY to the Self-Supporting programme at CEG. SC/ST/SCA students in the regular programme already get a tuition waiver from the Government of Tamil Nadu separately. To claim PMSS, students must submit their original Income Certificate at admission. SC/SCA/ST converted Christian students with parental income below INR 2.00 Lakhs are also eligible.
Anna University MTech fees are INR 96,660 for GATE-qualified students and INR 1,16,660 for non-GATE-qualified students. These fees are for the full 2-year programme at the CEG Anna University campus for general category students from Tamil Nadu. The table shows the category-wise Anna University ME/MTech fee structure 2026:
| Candidate Category | Year 1 Fees (For GATE Qualified) | Year 1 Fees (For Non-GATE Qualified) | Total Fees (For GATE Qualified) | Total Fees (For Non-GATE Qualified) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TN General | INR 36,060 | INR 41,060 | INR 96,660 | INR 1,16,660 |
| Other State | INR 36,560 | INR 41,060 | INR 97,160 | INR 1,16,660 |
| NRI (+ CIR fees) | INR 41,560 | INR 41,560 | INR 1,01,660 | INR 1,01,660 |
| TN SC/ST | INR 26,060 | INR 28,060 | INR 56,660 | INR 60,660 |
| TN SC/ST PMSS (income < 2.5L) | INR 11,900 | INR 11,900 | INR 11,900 | INR 11,900 |
| Differently Abled (Gen / SC-ST) | INR 11,900 | INR 11,900 | INR 11,900 | INR 11,900 |
Source: CEG, Anna University ME/MTech (CEETA) Fee Structure (Lr.No.CEG/Circular/CEETA PG).
Anna University Part-time ME/MTech fees for TN General category students is INR 1,65,660, while students from other states pay around INR 1,66,160. The semester fee for part-time ME/MTech is around INR 25,200 per semester, which includes tuition fees of INR 13,000 along with development, laboratory, and other academic charges.
Students admitted to the M.E. Product Design and Development programme are required to pay an additional INR 9,000 per semester towards specialised computer-related facilities.
| Candidate Category | Year 1 Fees | Total Fees for 3 Years |
|---|---|---|
| TN General | INR 54,060 | INR 1,65,660 |
| Other State General | INR 54,560 | INR 1,66,160 |
| TN SC/SCA/ST | INR 34,560 | INR 89,660 |
| Differently Abled | INR 11,900 | INR 11,900 |
Anna University offers MCA in Full Time (day programme) and Self-Supporting (evening programme). Anna University MCA Full-Time fees 2026 is INR 88,820 across the 2-year programme for TN General candidates. The Self-Supporting MCA Evening programme costs INR 1.60 Lakhs for 2 years. Both run on the CEG Campus and accept TANCET-qualified candidates through state counselling.
Fee Component | MCA Full-Time (Regular) | MCA SS Evening |
|---|---|---|
One-Time Fees (Year 1) | INR 9,160 | INR 8,960 |
Caution Deposit (refundable) | INR 7,000 | INR 7,000 |
Tuition Fee per Semester | INR 9,000 | INR 21,500 |
Development Fee per Semester | INR 1,500 | INR 3,000 |
Other Semester Heads | INR 7,665 | INR 11,515 |
Total per Semester | INR 18,165 | INR 36,015 |
| Year 1 Fees | INR 29,325 | INR 46,975 |
Grand Total (2 years, 4 sems) | INR 88,820 | INR 1,60,020 |
Source: Anna University CEG MCA (Full-Time & Evening) Fee Structure 2025-26
Note: Year 1 online payment for MCA Full-Time is INR 29,325 (after INR 5,000 counselling deposit) and for MCA SS Evening is INR 46,975. The MCA SS Evening programme runs on a part-time evening schedule, suitable for working professionals — it qualifies for Post-Matric Scholarship for eligible TN SC/ST candidates.
Anna University offers two MBA programmes, MBA Regular (general management) and MBA Tourism Management (Self-Supporting). The Regular MBA general candidate pays INR 1.37 Lakhs for the regular 2-year programme. MBA Tourism Management (SS) fees is INR 2.29 Lakhs total. Admission is through TANCET counselling. Below table shows the Anna University MBA fee structure (per Semester) 2026:
Fee Component | MBA Regular | MBA Tourism Mgmt (SS) |
|---|---|---|
One-Time Fees (Year 1) | INR 9,160 | INR 9,160 |
Caution Deposit (refundable) | INR 7,000 | INR 7,000 |
Tuition Fee per Semester | INR 15,000 | INR 31,500 |
Development Fee per Semester | INR 2,000 | INR 5,000 |
Other Semester Heads | INR 13,215 | INR 16,785 |
Total per Semester | INR 30,215 | INR 53,285 |
| Year 1 Fess | INR 41,375 | INR 64,445 |
Grand Total (2 years, 4 sems) | INR 1,37,020 | INR 2,29,300 |
Source: Verified from Anna University CEG MBA Fee Structure 2025-26
Note: Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST candidates is applicable only to the MBA Tourism Management (SS) programme, not the Regular MBA. NRI candidates for the Regular MBA pay INR 30,675 (online payment) plus university-set CIR tuition; for Tourism Management SS, it's INR 34,245 plus CIR tuition.
Anna University Distance Education MBA fees are INR 56,150 over 2 years, and Distance MCA total fees are INR 81,150 over 3 years. The correspondence courses in Anna University have a first-semester fee is INR 18,650. From the second semester onwards, the fee is INR 12,500 per semester. The CDE Anna University MSc in Computer Science follows the same fee structure as the 2-year MBA, with a total course fee of INR 56,150.
Admission in Anna University for distance education courses like MBA, MCA, and MSc Computer Science is conducted in two cycles each year through DEET (Distance Education Entrance Test) or TANCET. Below is Anna University distance education courses list and their fee structure
| Programme | Semester 1 (INR) | Subsequent Semester (INR) | Total Course Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA (2 Years, 4 Semesters) | 18,650 | 12,500 × 3 = 37,500 | INR 56,150 |
| MCA (3 Years, 6 Semesters) | 18,650 | 12,500 × 5 = 62,500 | INR 81,150 |
| MSc Computer Science (2 Years, 4 Sems) | 18,650 | 12,500 × 3 = 37,500 | INR 56,150 |
Source: CDOE, Anna University Fee Structure for MBA / MCA / MSc (CS) 2025-26 (cde.annauniv.edu)
The application fee for distance programmes is INR 767 and is non-refundable. A recognition fee of INR 400 is charged if your qualifying degree is from outside Tamil Nadu. Students must also pay a refundable caution deposit of INR 5,000 in the first semester, which is returned after completing the programme.
Per-semester fee breakup (Distance MBA / MCA / MSc CS):
| Component | Sem 1 | Sem 2-4 |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Fee | INR 850 | — |
| Regulation & Syllabus Book | INR 300 | — |
| Refundable Caution Deposit | INR 5,000 | — |
| Tuition Fee | INR 3,000 | INR 3,000 |
| Course Development Fee | INR 4,000 | INR 4,000 |
| Learning Aids | INR 3,000 | INR 3,000 |
| Learning Material Development | INR 1,000 | INR 1,000 |
| Facilitation Fee | INR 1,500 | INR 1,500 |
| Total per Semester | INR 18,650 | INR 12,500 |
Anna University hostel fees is INR 42,625 per year for UG students and INR 45,150 per year for 5-year integrated MSc. students at the CEG hostels. Anna University fee structure with hostel for a 4-year BTech course costs nearly INR 2,53,750 (excluding refundable deposits).
From the second year onwards, hostel students only need to pay a regular annual recurring cost of INR 70,375 for UG students. For PG students, the annual recurring amount is the same as INR 45,150. These hostel fees include Anna University hostel room rent, electricity, water, and charges for services, maintenance, and mess across 2 semesters.
| Component | UG Programme (INR) | PG / Integrated MSc. |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Fees (One-Time) | 600 | 900 (PG) |
| Hostel Amenities & Appliances Fund (One-Time) | 600 | 600 |
| Mess Deposit — Refundable (One-Time) | 3,000 | 4,000 |
| Block Deposit — Refundable (One-Time) | 1,500 | 2,500 |
| Electricity + Water + Room Rent (Annual) | 3,675 | 4,200 |
| Residential Service Charge (per Sem) × 2 | 10,800 × 2 = 21,600 | 21,600 |
| Block Maintenance (per Sem) × 2 | 4,950 × 2 = 9,900 | 9,900 |
| Mess Advance (per Sem) × 2 | 17,500 × 2 = 35,000 | 35,000 |
| Anna University Annual Hostel Fees | INR 42,625 | INR 45,150 |
Source: Engineering College Hostels CEG Campus Hostels Anna University Hostel Fees & Deposits 2025-26
The table below provides the BE/BTech, MBA, MCA & ME/MTech total cost, including academic fees with hostel fees for general-category Tamil Nadu candidates.
| Programme | Academic Fees | Hostel Fees | Anna University Total Course Fees with Hostel Fees |
| BE/BTech Regular (4 Yr) | INR 1,38,400 | INR 2,53,750 | INR 3,92,150 |
| BE/BTech Self-Supporting (4 Yr) | INR 2,16,800 | INR 2,53,750 | INR 4,70,550 |
| BE Aeronautical Regular (4 Yr) | INR 98,400 | INR 2,53,750 | INR 3,52,150 |
| BArch Regular (5 Yr) | INR 1,66,800 | INR 3,24,125 | INR 4,90,925 |
| BPlan Regular (4 Yr) | INR 1,38,400 | INR 2,53,750 | INR 3,92,150 |
| ME/MTech FT GATE (2 Yr) | INR 96,660 | INR 1,12,800 | INR 2,09,460 |
| ME/MTech FT Non-GATE (2 Yr) | INR 1,16,660 | INR 1,12,800 | INR 2,29,460 |
| MArch GATE (2 Yr) | INR 1,18,660 | INR 1,12,800 | INR 2,31,460 |
Source: Calculated from Anna University Official Fee Structure 2025-26 + Engineering College Hostels Fees 2025-26
Anna University offers fee concessions and scholarships that reduce the total 4-year BTech cost from INR 1,38,400 to as low as INR 11,900 for SC/ST/SCA students with parental income below INR 2.5 Lakhs through the Post-Matric Scholarship (PMSS). First Graduate (FG) Concession further reduces the cost to INR 1,11,400. Corporate scholarships like Temenos, Renault Nissan, and Bank of Tokyo Mitsubishi add INR 25,000-30,000 per year for eligible BTech students.
| Scholarship / Concession Name | Eligibility | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship (PMSS) | SC/ST/SCA candidates (Parental income < INR 2.5 Lakhs, or < INR 2.0 Lakhs for converted Christians). | Full tuition, special fee, and exam fee reimbursed. (Effective 4-year cost = INR 11,900 for deposits). |
| First Graduate (FG) Concession | Tamil Nadu candidates whose family has no other graduate (within 7 family members). | Tuition fee waiver. (Effective 4-year total = INR 1,11,400). |
| 7.5% Government School Reservation | Candidates are allotted under the 7.5% government school quota. | Complete fee exemption. (Net cost = INR 0). |
| Differently Abled Concession | Differently abled candidates. | Exemption from semester fees. (Effective 4-year cost = INR 11,900 for deposits and one-time fees). |
| Temenos Scholarship | BTech students with 80%+ in Class 12 and family income < INR 4 Lakhs. | INR 30,000 per year (Total = INR 1,20,000 over 4 years). |
| Renault Nissan Scholarship | Selected BTech students based on merit and economic background. | INR 30,000 per year (Lifetime value = INR 1,20,000). |
| Bank of Tokyo Mitsubishi Scholarship | First-year BTech students through TNEA with family income < INR 2 Lakhs. | Up to INR 25,000 per year. |
| PG Assistantship (Govt of TN) | NON-GATE ME/MTech students at government engineering colleges. | INR 6,000 per month for 24 months (Total stipend = INR 1,44,000). |
Anna University fees are paid online through the Centre for e-Governance portal at auegov.ac.in. Cash, demand draft, or counter payment is not accepted during admission. The portal opens after TNEA/CEETA-PG allotment.
For MBA/MCA admission, report at Hall No. 49, First Floor, Main Building, CEG Campus on the specified dates (for 2025 batch: August 11–12, 2025). Payment support: egovernanceau@gmail.com | 044-2235-7973 / 7974.
Anna University refund policy gives a FULL refund of all fees paid if cancellation is made BEFORE confirmation of admission. After admission is confirmed, the formal discontinuance procedure applies, and only the refundable caution deposit (INR 7,000) is returned. The one-time fee components, like admission, smart card, co-op society, and others, are never refunded. Hostel residents additionally get back Mess Deposit (INR 3,000-4,000) and Block Deposit (INR 1,500-2,500).
| Stage of Cancellation | Refund Eligibility | Refund Amount (UG) |
|---|---|---|
| Before confirmation of admission | FULL refund of all fees paid | INR 32,000 (regular) / INR 41,800 (SS) |
| After admission confirmation (Discontinuance) | Refundable components ONLY | INR 7,000 academic + INR 4,500 hostel = INR 11,500 |
| Caution Deposit not claimed within 1 year of completion | Treated as a lapsed deposit | Nil |
Source: Verified from the Centre for e-Governance, Anna University Refund Policy 2025-26 (auegov.ac.in)
| Course Name | Fees | Eligibility |
| B.Tech. (Bachelor of Technology) | ₹82,120 - 87,500 | Higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects, minimum aggregate score of 50%, 5% relaxation for reserved category candidates, appearance in Tamil Nadu Engineering Admission (TNEA) or relevant entrance examination. |
| M.B.A. (Master of Business Administration) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, Minimum aggregate score of 50%, Minimum aggregate score of 45% for reserved categories, Valid score in national-level entrance exams (CAT, MAT, XAT, TANCET) | |
| M.Sc. (Master of Science) | Bachelor's degree in the relevant field, Minimum 50% aggregate marks, Qualify for entrance examination, Relevant work experience or research background | |
| M.Tech. (Master of Technology) | ₹87,500 | Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology, Minimum aggregate score of 50% (45% for reserved categories), Valid GATE score or equivalent entrance examination score |
| M.C.A. (Master of Computer Applications) | Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, Minimum aggregate of 50% in undergraduate program, Studied Mathematics as a subject in 10+2 or undergraduate level | |
| Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) | Master's degree in the relevant field, Minimum 55% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA, Qualified in a national-level entrance examination (GATE/UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/SLET), Obtained an M.Phil. degree. | |
| M.Phil. (Master of Philosophy) | Postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline, Minimum of 55% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA, 5% relaxation for reserved categories | |
| B.Arch. (Bachelor of Architecture) | 10+2 or equivalent examination, minimum aggregate of 50% marks in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, studied English as one of the subjects, qualify in the National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) or any other entrance examination approved by the Council of Architecture (COA) | |
| Bachelor of Engineering-B.E. | ₹30,000 | Higher secondary education (10+2), Minimum aggregate of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, Qualified in Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) entrance examination or valid score in recognized engineering entrance exams like JEE Main. |
| Master of Engineering-M.E. | ₹40,000 | Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology, Minimum aggregate score of 50% (45% for reserved categories), Valid GATE score, Qualified for TANCET |
| B.Sc. + M.Sc. | Higher secondary education (10+2), Minimum aggregate score of 50% in qualifying examination, Strong background in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics | |
| M.Arch. (Master of Architecture) | Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Minimum aggregate score of 50%, Relaxation of 5% for reserved categories, Valid score in GATE or NATA | |
| M.Plan. (Master of Planning) | Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Bachelor's degree in Planning, Minimum aggregate score of 50%, Valid score in entrance examination |