Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech]

KCET Virudhunagar offers B.Tech in 3 full-time specializations: B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, B.Tech Biotechnology, and B.Tech Information Technology. All are 4-year AICTE-approved programmes affiliated to Anna University, Chennai. Fees range from INR 3,45,000 to INR 3,65,000. Admission is through TNEA 2026 merit-based counselling; KCET carries TNEA code 4959. KCET holds UGC Autonomous status.

📋 Admission Status: TNEA 2026 registration was open from May 3 to June 2, 2026 and is now closed. The rank list is expected by June 29, 2026. Counselling and seat allotment are expected in July 2026. Monitor tneaonline.org for the rank list and counselling schedule.

KCET B.Tech Fees 2026

B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Data Science has a total 4-year fee of INR 3,45,000 (Year 1: INR 93,000, subsequent years: INR 84,000 per year). B.Tech Biotechnology and B.Tech Information Technology each carry a total fee of INR 3,65,000 (Year 1: INR 95,000, subsequent years: INR 90,000 per year). Hostel charges are not included.

• Fees subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.
• Hostel charges are separate. Contact KCET for current tariffs.
• Management quota seats carry different fees. Contact the college directly.

KCET B.Tech Admission 2026

B.Tech admission at KCET Virudhunagar is through TNEA 2026 counselling conducted by Anna University at tneaonline.org. Allotment is merit-based on Class 12 marks with no entrance examination required. TNEA 2026 registration closed on June 2, 2026. The rank list is expected by June 29, 2026 and counselling is expected in July 2026.

Important Dates

• TNEA allotment is merit-based on Class 12 PCM marks, no entrance exam required.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry or Computer Science, and Mathematics for AI and DS and IT. Biotechnology requires Physics, Chemistry or Biology, and Mathematics.
• Minimum 45 percent aggregate in qualifying subjects for General category (40 percent for BC/MBC/SC/ST) as per Tamil Nadu government norms.
• Candidates appearing in Class 12 examinations in 2026 may apply provisionally, subject to meeting percentage requirements at document verification.
• Diploma holders in a relevant engineering branch may apply for lateral entry to 2nd year via TNEAOL lateral entry counselling, conducted separately from regular TNEA.

Admission Process

• TNEA 2026 registration was open from May 3 to June 2, 2026 on tneaonline.org. Registered candidates have submitted Class 12 marksheets and paid the registration fee.
• Await the TNEA 2026 rank list, expected by June 29, 2026, published at tneaonline.org based on Class 12 marks and category.
• Participate in TNEA counselling rounds in July 2026 by filling college and branch preferences on tneaonline.org; select KCET Virudhunagar (TNEA Code 4959) and the preferred B.Tech specialization.
• Download the seat allotment order from tneaonline.org and report to KCET for document verification; bring Class 10 and 12 marksheets, transfer certificate, community certificate if applicable, and the allotment order.
• Pay the first-year fee at KCET to confirm the seat. Classes are expected to commence in August 2026.

✓ Opt for this if

• Tamil Nadu student with TNEA rank seeking affordable Anna University B.Tech
• Student targeting Tamil Nadu IT, analytics, or pharma sectors after graduation
• Applicant with mid-range TNEA rank seeking government-quota seat near Madurai
• Student planning GATE after B.Tech for M.Tech or PSU recruitment
• Student from Virudhunagar region preferring a nearby autonomous engineering college

✗ Skip if

• Expecting IIT/NIT placement brand or top-tier campus recruitment networks
• Targeting average placement package above INR 6 LPA from this college
• Needing consistent metro campus drives outside Tamil Nadu
• Targeting product engineering roles at Tier 1 technology companies

KCET B.Tech Scholarships 2026

Girl students in AICTE-approved B.Tech programmes at KCET may apply for the AICTE Pragati Scholarship of INR 50,000 per year plus laptop and INR 2,000 per month. Reserved-category students may apply for state and central government scholarships.

• Apply for AICTE Pragati Scholarship via aicte-india.org each academic year.
• BC/MBC/SC/ST students apply via Tamil Nadu state scholarship portal.

KCET B.Tech FAQs

Ques. TNEA 2026 registration closed on June 2. Can I still apply for B.Tech at KCET?

Ans. TNEA 2026 registration closed on June 2, 2026. Students who did not register during this window are not eligible for government-quota B.Tech seats at KCET through the current TNEA cycle. However, KCET has a management quota filled directly after TNEA counselling. Candidates who missed TNEA registration may contact KCET’s admission office to check management quota availability for 2026-27.

Ques. What is the TNEA code for KCET Virudhunagar?

Ans. The TNEA code for Kamaraj College of Engineering and Technology (KCET), Virudhunagar is 4959. Use this code when filling college and branch preferences on tneaonline.org during TNEA 2026 counselling in July 2026.

Ques. Can a diploma holder join B.Tech at KCET directly in the 2nd year?

Ans. Yes. Diploma holders in a relevant engineering branch may apply for lateral entry to 2nd year B.Tech at KCET through TNEAOL lateral entry counselling, conducted separately from regular TNEA. Lateral entry is available for AI and DS, Biotechnology, and IT specializations subject to seat availability. Monitor annauniv.edu for the TNEAOL lateral entry notification for 2026-27.

Ques. Which B.Tech specialization at KCET Virudhunagar has the lowest fee?

Ans. B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Data Science has the lowest total fee at INR 3,45,000 over 4 years (INR 93,000 in Year 1 and INR 84,000 per year subsequently). B.Tech Biotechnology and B.Tech Information Technology each carry a total fee of INR 3,65,000 over 4 years (INR 95,000 in Year 1 and INR 90,000 per year subsequently).

Ques. What Class 12 marks are typically needed for a B.Tech seat at KCET Virudhunagar?

Ans. TNEA allotment is rank-based on Class 12 PCM aggregate, not a flat cutoff percentage. KCET Virudhunagar is a government-aided autonomous college and seats in branches like Biotechnology tend to be available at lower TNEA ranks than IT. Check recent TNEA cutoff data at tneaonline.org after the rank list is published on June 29, 2026 for accurate branch-wise cutoff trends.

Ques. What are higher education options after B.Tech from KCET Virudhunagar?

Ans. After B.Tech from KCET, graduates can pursue M.E./M.Tech at Anna University-affiliated colleges through TANCET, or apply for M.Tech at IITs and NITs with a valid GATE score. GATE-qualified M.Tech students at AICTE-approved institutions receive the AICTE PG Scholarship of INR 12,400 per month. Graduates may also apply for PSU recruitment through GATE, pursue MBA admissions, or take Tamil Nadu government technical officer examinations.