Anna University, established on September 4, 1978, is a prominent public state university located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Named after the former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Dr. C.N. Annadurai, the university specializes in higher education in engineering, technology, architecture, and applied sciences.  

Campus and Structure:

The university's main campus is situated in Guindy, Chennai, and encompasses several constituent colleges:​

College of Engineering, Guindy (CEG)

Alagappa College of Technology (ACT)

Madras Institute of Technology (MIT)

School of Architecture and Planning (SAP)

In addition to the main campus, Anna University has regional campuses in Coimbatore, Tiruchirappalli, Madurai, and Tirunelveli, overseeing numerous affiliated colleges across Tamil Nadu. ​

Academic Programs:

Anna University offers a diverse range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across various disciplines.​

Undergraduate Programs: B.E., B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Plan​

Postgraduate Programs: M.E., M.Tech, M.Arch, M.Plan, MBA, MCA​

Doctoral Programs: Ph.D. in multiple fields​

Admissions:

Admissions to Anna University are based on entrance examinations and academic merit:​

Undergraduate Programs: Admissions are conducted through the Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) process, which considers candidates' performance in their higher secondary examinations. ​

Postgraduate Programs: Candidates must appear for the Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test (TANCET) or have valid GATE scores for M.E./M.Tech programs. ​

Fees Structure:

The fee structure at Anna University varies depending on the program and level of study:​

B.E./B.Tech Programs: Approximately INR 20,040 to INR 6.10 lakhs for the entire course. ​

M.E./M.Tech Programs: Approximately INR 16,600 to INR 2.61 lakhs for the entire course.  

MBA Program: Approximately INR 46,150 to INR 4.09 lakhs for the entire course. ​

Rankings and Recognition:

Anna University has received notable rankings:​

QS World University Rankings 2025: Ranked #383 globally. ​

National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024: Ranked 20th overall and 14th in the Engineering category in India.  

Affiliated Colleges:

The university affiliates numerous engineering colleges across Tamil Nadu, including government, government-aided, and self-financing institutions, bringing the total to over 500 affiliated colleges. ​

For detailed and updated information on courses, admissions, and other specifics, please visit the official Anna University website: