Master of Engineering [ME]

MAMCE Tiruchirappalli offers ME across four specializations: Computer Science and Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Power Electronics and Drives. All are 2-year full-time programmes, Anna University-affiliated, and AICTE-approved. Total fees are INR 60,000 for the full programme. Admission is through TANCET 2026 or GATE score via CEAP counselling.

Admission Status: TANCET 2026 registration closed on April 15, 2026. The exam took place on May 9, 2026. Results were declared on May 22, 2026. CEAP counselling is expected in June-July 2026. Monitor cfa.annauniv.edu for the schedule.

MAMCE ME Fees 2026

All four ME specializations at MAMCE carry a uniform annual fee of INR 30,000, totalling INR 60,000 for the 2-year programme. Hostel and transport charges are not included.

• Hostel charges are separate.
• Fees are subject to change.
• Confirm 2026-27 fee with MAMCE admissions before joining.

MAMCE ME Admission 2026

Admission to all ME programmes at MAMCE is through TANCET 2026 or GATE 2026 score, followed by CEAP counselling conducted by Anna University. Government quota seats (50%) are filled through CEAP merit ranking. Management quota seats (50%) are filled directly by MAMCE.

Important Dates

• All dates are for TANCET 2026 and CEAP counselling.
• Monitor cfa.annauniv.edu for counselling schedule and updates.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• BE/B.Tech in the relevant branch from a recognised university with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories). Eligible branches vary by specialization: CS/IT for ME CSE, Civil/Environmental for ME Environmental, Mechanical/Production for ME Manufacturing, Electrical/Electronics for ME Power Electronics.
• Admission is based on TANCET 2026 or GATE 2026 score via CEAP counselling. Management quota seats may be available without TANCET/GATE.
• Final-year UG candidates are eligible to apply provisionally.

Admission Process

• Qualify TANCET 2026 or hold a valid GATE 2026 score. TANCET registration closed on April 15, 2026. The exam was held on May 9, 2026.
• Register for CEAP counselling at cfa.annauniv.edu after TANCET/GATE results. Enter ME specialization and college preferences in web counselling order.
• After seat allotment, pay the counselling fee online and download the allotment order from the portal.
• Report to MAMCE with original certificates on the notified date and pay the first-year fee.

✓ Opt for this if

• You are TANCET/GATE qualified and want an affordable Anna University ME
• Total INR 60,000 for 2 years is your budget ceiling for a PG degree
• You are a Tamil Nadu resident targeting government quota via CEAP counselling
• Your career goal is in environmental, manufacturing, or power systems sector
• GATE qualifier seeking the AICTE PG scholarship of INR 12,400 per month

✗ Skip if

• You need IIT or NIT brand recognition on your PG degree
• Campus placement track record is a key factor in your PG decision
• You need strong research labs or industry-academia tie-ups for PG work

MAMCE ME Scholarships 2026

Four scholarship schemes are available for MAMCE ME students. GATE qualifiers benefit most through the AICTE PG scholarship of INR 12,400 per month, which exceeds the annual programme fee of INR 30,000.

• All scholarship applications are submitted after joining MAMCE.
• Confirm deadlines with MAMCE’s financial aid office before applying.

MAMCE ME FAQs

Ques. Which B.Tech branches are eligible for ME at MAMCE?

Ans. Eligibility varies by ME specialization. ME CSE requires BE/B.Tech in Computer Science or IT. ME Environmental Engineering requires Civil or Environmental branches. ME Manufacturing Engineering requires Mechanical or Production branches. ME Power Electronics and Drives requires Electrical or Electronics branches. All require minimum 50% marks from a recognised university.

Ques. Is GATE score mandatory for ME admission at MAMCE?

Ans. No. Admission is primarily through TANCET 2026 score and CEAP counselling. GATE qualifiers can also apply and additionally become eligible for the AICTE PG scholarship of INR 12,400 per month. Management quota seats may be available without TANCET or GATE scores.

Ques. How much is the AICTE PG scholarship for ME students at MAMCE?

Ans. GATE qualifiers admitted to full-time ME at MAMCE are eligible for INR 12,400 per month under the AICTE PG scholarship scheme throughout the 2-year programme. The annual ME fee is only INR 30,000, so the scholarship more than covers the course cost. Apply via the AICTE portal after joining.

Ques. Is ME from MAMCE accepted for PhD admissions at IITs or universities?

Ans. Yes. An Anna University ME degree meets the eligibility requirement for PhD admissions at most Indian universities, including IITs under direct or part-time schemes. Graduates with strong academic records may also apply for PhD at Anna University or funded research positions through GATE-qualified fellowships.

Ques. What is the current admission status for MAMCE ME 2026?

Ans. TANCET 2026 results were declared on May 22, 2026. CEAP counselling for ME/M.Tech is expected in June-July 2026. Register at cfa.annauniv.edu and monitor official Anna University notifications for the counselling schedule. Management quota admissions are handled directly by MAMCE.

Ques. What career paths do the four ME specializations at MAMCE lead to?

Ans. ME CSE graduates can work as software architects or research engineers. ME Environmental graduates can work as pollution control officers or EIA consultants. ME Manufacturing graduates can work as production managers or lean consultants. ME Power Electronics graduates can target power systems and drives roles. Academic and research careers are open to all four specializations after PhD.