Master of Engineering [ME]

Info Institute of Engineering (IIE), Coimbatore offers ME in two specialisations: Computer Science and Engineering and VLSI Design. Both are 2-year full-time postgraduate programmes affiliated with Anna University, Chennai, and AICTE-approved. IIE holds Autonomous status with an enhanced curriculum. Total fees are INR 1,00,000 for 2 years (INR 25,000 per semester). Admission is through TANCET or GATE score via Anna University ME counselling.

Admission Status: TANCET 2026 was held on May 9, 2026 and results were released on May 22, 2026. Anna University ME counselling is currently underway for June to July 2026. Candidates with TANCET or GATE scores should register at annauniv.edu. Management quota applications are open at infoengg.com through August 2026.

IIE Coimbatore ME Fees 2026

Both ME specialisations at IIE Coimbatore carry a uniform fee of INR 1,00,000 for 2 years (INR 25,000 per semester). Hostel charges are separate. Verify the 2026-27 fee at infoengg.com before applying.

• Fees are uniform across both ME specialisations at IIE.
• Management quota seats may carry a higher fee.
• Hostel charges are separate. Verify tariffs with IIE.
• Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.

IIE Coimbatore ME Admission 2026

ME admissions at IIE Coimbatore are conducted through Anna University ME counselling using TANCET 2026 or GATE scores. Approximately 50 percent of seats are filled through government counselling and the rest through management quota. Management quota candidates may apply directly through infoengg.com.

Important Dates

• Check annauniv.edu for counselling rounds and seat allotment schedule.
• GATE score is accepted alongside TANCET for Anna University ME seats.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• ME CSE: BE/B.Tech in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent from a recognised university with minimum 50 percent aggregate marks.
• ME VLSI Design: BE/B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, or equivalent with minimum 50 percent aggregate marks.
• Valid TANCET 2026 or GATE score required for government quota seats. Management quota accepts direct applications based on graduation marks.

Admission Process

• Use your TANCET 2026 score or valid GATE score to register for Anna University ME counselling at annauniv.edu during the open counselling window.
• Fill in your college and programme preference. Select IIE Coimbatore with ME CSE or ME VLSI Design based on your background and rank.
• After seat allotment, accept the seat and report to IIE with your original degree certificate, mark sheets, and community certificate.
• Pay the first-semester fee of INR 25,000 and complete registration formalities at IIE.
• For management quota, contact IIE directly through infoengg.com. Applications are open through August 2026.

✓ Opt for this if

• BE/B.Tech graduates seeking affordable Anna University ME in Tamil Nadu
• TANCET or GATE qualified candidates targeting state-level ME counselling
• Coimbatore-area professionals upgrading for teaching or R&D careers
• Students wanting Anna University PG credential at minimal cost

✗ Skip if

• Students targeting IIT or NIT-level M.Tech programmes with GATE fellowship
• Candidates needing strong research publication record for PhD applications
• Students requiring placements outside Tamil Nadu after PG

IIE Coimbatore ME Scholarships 2026

IIE Coimbatore ME students can access Tamil Nadu government and central scholarship schemes. Applications are submitted after joining through the respective government portals.

• TN SC/ST/BC/MBC: apply via state scholarship portal after joining IIE.
• NSP: apply via scholarships.gov.in in September after joining.
• AICTE Pragati (girls): apply via AICTE portal in October after joining.
• Confirm details with IIE admissions office at infoengg.com.

IIE Coimbatore ME FAQs

Ques. What is the difference between ME CSE and ME VLSI Design at IIE Coimbatore?

Ans. ME Computer Science and Engineering at IIE Coimbatore suits BE/B.Tech graduates from CSE or IT backgrounds, focusing on advanced algorithms, AI, and software systems. ME VLSI Design targets BE/B.Tech graduates from ECE or EEE backgrounds and focuses on chip design, digital systems, FPGA, and semiconductor devices. Both carry the same fee and Anna University affiliation. Choose based on your undergraduate background and career target.

Ques. Is GATE score accepted for ME admission at IIE Coimbatore?

Ans. Yes, a valid GATE score is accepted alongside TANCET 2026 for Anna University ME counselling seats at IIE Coimbatore. Candidates with GATE scores can register for Anna University ME counselling at annauniv.edu and select IIE Coimbatore as a preference. For management quota seats, TANCET or GATE may not be mandatory. Contact IIE at infoengg.com to confirm management quota requirements.

Ques. Can final year BE/B.Tech students apply for ME admission at IIE Coimbatore?

Ans. Yes, candidates appearing in their final year of BE/B.Tech can apply provisionally for ME admission at IIE Coimbatore through Anna University ME counselling. Provisional admission is subject to the candidate meeting all eligibility criteria (minimum 50 percent aggregate) before completing enrollment. Final mark sheets and degree certificate must be submitted to IIE before the stipulated deadline.

Ques. Does IIE Coimbatore offer ME programmes for working professionals?

Ans. The ME programmes at IIE Coimbatore are full-time programmes and are not structured as part-time or distance learning courses. Working professionals based in or near Coimbatore who can attend full-time classes are eligible to apply through TANCET/GATE counselling or management quota. There is no dedicated evening or weekend batch for ME at IIE as of 2026. Confirm with infoengg.com for any changes in course delivery mode.

Ques. What are the career options after ME from IIE Coimbatore?

Ans. ME graduates from IIE Coimbatore can pursue roles in academia (assistant professor in Tamil Nadu government and private engineering colleges), R&D positions in Coimbatore’s manufacturing and electronics sector, and senior technical roles in IT and VLSI companies. ME CSE graduates often target software architecture and data engineering roles, while ME VLSI Design graduates target chip design and embedded systems positions. A PhD from a central or deemed university is also a common next step.