Anna University M.Tech : Fees, Courses, Eligibility, Placement & Admission 2026

Anna University MTech (Master of Technology) and ME (Master of Engineering) are 2-year, 4-semester postgraduate programmes offered at Anna University, Chennai. Anna University offers 40+ ME/MTech specialisations. Anna University also offers Part-Time ME/MTech (3 years, 6 semesters) for working professionals.

Admission to Anna University MTech is through the Common Engineering Admission Procedure (CEAP), managed by the Centre for Admissions (CFA) at cfa.annauniv.edu/cfa. CEAP has two categories: GATE (for candidates with a valid GATE score in a relevant discipline) and CEETA-PG (for candidates without GATE, through Anna University's own postgraduate entrance test).

Anna University ME/MTech fees for a GATE category TN General student is INR 96,660 for 2 years (4 semesters). Non-GATE (CEETA-PG category) students pay INR 1,16,660 total. Part-Time ME/MTech (3 years) costs INR 1,65,660. 

Crucially, GATE-qualified students admitted to AICTE-approved ME/MTech programmes receive a stipend of INR 12,400 per month from the Government of India, which amounts to INR 2,97,600 over the 2-year course, significantly exceeding the total GATE category fee of INR 96,660. As per NIRF 2025, the PG 2-year median placement package at Anna University is INR 6 LPA.

Anna University MTech Highlights 2026

Below is the table showing the key highlights of Anna University Chennai Mtech program:

Anna University MTech admission dates 2026 are given below. Students can check the counselling schedule for MTech 2026 admissions from the table below:

Anna University ME/MTech fees differ by admission category (GATE vs Non-GATE/CEETA-PG) and programme mode (Full-Time vs Part-Time). Anna University MTech fees are INR 96,660 for GATE-qualified students and INR 1,16,660 for non-GATE-qualified students, while Part-time ME/MTech fees for TN General category students are INR 1,65,660. Students from other states pay around INR 1,66,160 for part-time ME/MTech. The table below shows the Anna University MTech fees 2026 for the TN General Category across GATE Qualified, Non- GATE qualified, and Part-time mode:

Source: Anna University Official Fee Structure 2025-26 (annauniv.edu); verified from Anna University fee notifications. 

GATE Stipend for ME/MTech Students

GATE-qualified students admitted to AICTE-approved ME/MTech programmes at Anna University are eligible for the GATE Scholarship / Teaching Assistantship under AICTE norms. The key facts are:

• Monthly stipend amount: INR 12,400 per month.
• Duration: Paid for the duration of the programme (2 years = 24 months = total INR 2,97,600 over the course).
• Net impact: The total GATE category ME/MTech fee is INR 96,660. The total GATE stipend over 2 years is INR 2,97,600. The stipend thus exceeds the total fee by nearly INR 2 Lakhs, making the GATE category ME/MTech at Anna University is effectively free and financially positive.
• Eligibility: Valid GATE score in a relevant discipline; admitted through CEAP GATE category; must be registered as a full-time student.
• In-Exchange: GATE scholars typically assist the department with laboratory demonstrations, tutorials, and evaluation work (typically 8–10 hours per week).
• Disbursement: Stipend is routed through Anna University and credited to the student's bank account every month.

Source: AICTE GATE Scholarship norms (aicte-india.org); Anna University CEG PG Admissions page (ceg.annauniv.edu/pg.html). Verify current stipend amount at aicte-india.org as it may be revised.

The minimum eligibility for Anna University ME/MTech Full-Time is a B.E./B.Tech. degree in a relevant engineering or technology discipline with at least 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/SCA). Anna University admission in the MTech course is through CEAP, which has two routes: GATE score or CEETA-PG score.

• Qualifying Degree: B.E. / B.Tech. in a relevant discipline from a recognised university. The relevant discipline must match the ME/MTech specialisation.
• Minimum Marks: 50% aggregate in the qualifying B.E./B.Tech. degree for General / BC / MBC candidates. 45% for SC/ST/SCA candidates.
• GATE Route (CEAP GATE Category): Valid GATE score in the relevant discipline. GATE scores from the current or immediately preceding year(s) are typically accepted. GATE scholars with a qualifying score are eligible for the AICTE stipend.
• CEETA-PG Route (CEAP CEETA-PG Category): Valid CEETA-PG 2026 score. Anna University conducts CEETA-PG at tancet.annauniv.edu. Candidates with a GATE score in Engineering Science (XE) or Life Science (XL) disciplines are NOT exempt from CEETA-PG — they must appear for CEETA-PG.
• GATE Exemption from CEETA-PG: GATE-qualified candidates in engineering and technology disciplines (CE, ME, EE, EC, CS, CH, PI, IN, BT, etc.) are exempt from CEETA-PG. However, GATE XE and GATE XL holders must still appear for CEETA-PG.
• Part-Time ME/MTech.: Same academic eligibility, but also requires at least 2 years of relevant professional work experience. Part-Time admissions may follow a separate schedule.
• Age: No upper age limit is prescribed for ME/MTech at Anna University.

Source: CEAP 2026 Eligibility Norms, Anna University Centre for Admissions (cfa.annauniv.edu/cfa); CEETA-PG eligibility (tancet.annauniv.edu); Anna University CEG PG page (ceg.annauniv.edu/pg.html).

Anna University ME/MTech admission is through CEAP (Common Engineering Admission Procedure), conducted by the Centre for Admissions (CFA) at cfa.annauniv.edu/cfa. There are two parallel tracks: the GATE category and the CEETA-PG category. Both tracks follow the same counselling timeline after the rank list is published. Below is the step-by-step Anna University MTech CEAP admission process 2026:

• Appear for GATE or CEETA-PG 2026: Apply through GATE counselling (preferred — gets stipend) OR register at tancet.annauniv.edu/tancet for CEETA-PG.
• Register on the CEAP portal (cfa.annauniv.edu/cfa): After CEETA-PG results / GATE score, register on the CEAP counselling portal at cfa.annauniv.edu/cfa (or the dedicated CEAP web portal announced by CFA). 
• Select your category: GATE or CEETA-PG. Pay the CEAP registration fee as notified.
• Upload documents: Upload BE/BTech degree and all semester marksheets, GATE scorecard (for GATE category) or CEETA-PG scorecard, community certificate, and other required documents through the CEAP portal within the deadline.
• CEAP rank list publication: CFA publishes a rank list based on GATE scores (GATE category) or CEETA-PG scores (CEETA-PG category). Check your rank at cfa.annauniv.edu/cfa.
• Participate in online counselling: During the choice-filling window, select your campus (CEG / MIT / ACT) and specialisation preferences in order of priority. Lock your choices before the deadline. Rank list determines which specialisations are accessible.
• Check seat allotment: CFA publishes Round 1 allotment. Accept and confirm the allotted seat if it matches your preference. Slide-up available if a higher-preference option opens in subsequent rounds.
• Pay course fee at auegov.ac.in: Log in at auegov.ac.in. Select 'Admissions'. Pay the first-semester fee and download the fee receipt.
• Report to CEG / MIT / ACT for admission: On the date announced by the respective Dean, report with all original documents to the campus. For CEG, report to the main office with the CEAP allotment order, fee receipt, and all original certificates for verification.
• Classes commence: ME/MTech 2026-27 batch is expected to start in August–September 2026.

Source: Anna University Centre for Admissions CEAP Process (cfa.annauniv.edu/cfa); G.O.(Ms).No.28 Higher Education (J2) Dept., dated 26.02.2025; CEETA-PG 2026 (tancet.annauniv.edu).

Carry originals and two attested copies of the following for admission:

• CEAP 2026 allotment order (printed from the CEAP portal)
• GATE 2026 scorecard (for GATE category) OR CEETA-PG 2026 scorecard (for CEETA-PG category)
• B.E./B.Tech. Degree Certificate or Provisional Certificate
• B.E./B.Tech. Consolidated Marksheet (all semesters)
• Class 12 (+2) Marksheet
• SSLC (Class 10) Marksheet
• Transfer Certificate from the last institution attended
• Migration Certificate (for degrees from a Deemed University or a university outside Tamil Nadu)
• Community Certificate — if applicable (except OC candidates)
• Income Certificate — for scholarship and PMSS claims
• Declaration / Anti-Ragging Form (from auegov.ac.in)
• Student Data Form (from auegov.ac.in)
• Medical Fitness Certificate
• Aadhaar Card (original returned after verification)
• B.E./B.Tech. Equivalency Certificate (if required)
• Nativity Certificate (if applicable)
• Differently Abled Certificate (if applicable)
• Fee Receipt from auegov.ac.in
• Passport-size photograph

Anna University offers ME/MTech specialisations across its three engineering campuses. The CEG campus alone has 35+ postgraduate specialisations across 12 engineering departments. MIT campus adds aerospace, automobile, rubber, and production technology specialisations. ACT campus covers chemical, polymer, textile, and biotechnology streams.

Anna University ME/MTech syllabus is prescribed by Anna University's Centre for Academic Courses (CAC) and follows AU Regulations for each specialisation. The programme runs across 4 semesters: Semesters 1–2 cover advanced core subjects and labs; Semesters 3–4 are heavily project-oriented with a mandatory research dissertation. Below is a framework applicable to most ME/MTech specialisations.

Source: Anna University ME/MTech Regulations; Centre for Academic Courses (cac.annauniv.edu). 

• Theory papers: 100 marks (30 internal CCE + 70 end-semester university exam). 
• Minimum pass: 50% per paper. 
• Minimum attendance: 75% per semester. Major project is evaluated at the end of Semester 4 by external examiners.

Anna University MTech placement report 2025 has not been published yet, but as per NIRF 2025 data, 469 out of 967 eligible PG 2-year students were placed at Anna University with a median package of INR 6 LPA. Below is the Anna University placement record for the MTech:

Source: Anna University NIRF 2025 Report (nirfindia.org).  

Anna University MTech Top Recruiters 

Below is the list of top recruiters for the Anna University MTech placement 2025:

Anna University is ranked 20th in Engineering by NIRF 2025. It has held a top-25 Engineering position consistently since the NIRF framework launched. Globally, QS 2026 placed Anna University 465th in the world. Below are all the Anna University rankings for 2025:

Source: NIRF 2025 (nirfindia.org); QS World University Rankings 2026 (topuniversities.com).

ME/MTech students admitted to Anna University are eligible for the following scholarship schemes:

Source: AICTE India (aicte-india.org) — GATE Scholarship, Pragati, Saksham; NSP (scholarships.gov.in) — Central Sector; TN Scholarship Portal — SC/ST/BC/MBC PMSS; DST India — INSPIRE. Verify current amounts and eligibility at respective official portals before applying.