Bachelor of Engineering [BE]

Sri Shanmugha College of Engineering and Technology (SSCET), Salem, offers a four-year full-time Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) across six specializations, affiliated to Anna University and approved by AICTE. SSCET holds NAAC-A accreditation and NBA accreditation for select programmes. Fees range from INR 2,00,000 to INR 2,20,000 for the four-year programme, with admission through TNEA counselling.

TNEA 2026 registration closed on June 2, 2026. Rank publication is scheduled for June 29, 2026. Web counselling will follow in July 2026.

SSCET Salem BE Fees 2026

Fees at SSCET Salem vary slightly by specialization. Agricultural Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, and Cyber Security are priced at INR 2,00,000 (INR 50,000 per year). Electronics and Communication Engineering and Mechanical Engineering are priced at INR 2,20,000 (INR 55,000 per year). Hostel charges are separate.

• Fees is subject to change, please verify with official sources before admission.
• Hostel and transport charges are billed separately by the college.

SSCET Salem BE Admission 2026

Admission to all B.E. programmes at SSCET Salem is through TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions) counselling conducted by Anna University. Selection is merit-based on HSC aggregate marks with no separate entrance examination. Government quota seats (65% of intake) are allotted by TNEA rank. Management quota seats (35%) are filled directly by the institution.

Important Dates

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed 10+2 (HSC) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects from a recognised board.
• Minimum aggregate of 45% marks in the qualifying examination (general category) as per Anna University TNEA 2026 norms.
• Admission is through TNEA 2026 counselling. Register at tneaonline.org and participate in online choice-filling and seat allotment.

Admission Process

• Register online for TNEA 2026 at tneaonline.org between May 3 and June 2, 2026 and upload required documents.
• Complete document verification at the designated TNEA facilitation centre with original certificates.
• TNEA rank is published by June 29, 2026. Participate in online choice-filling and allot SSCET Salem with the preferred branch.
• On allotment, report to SSCET Salem for admission formalities and pay the first-year fee to confirm the seat.

✓ Opt for this if

• Fee-sensitive families: INR 50,000 per year is among the lowest for TN private engineering
• Students targeting roles in Salem, Coimbatore, or western Tamil Nadu industry clusters
• TNEA rank holders looking for a NAAC-A accredited college outside Chennai
• Agriculture students from rural TN districts targeting government-agriculture careers
• Students seeking Cyber Security or Biomedical Engineering at an affordable private college

✗ Skip if

• Students targeting national campus placements or pan-India recruiter presence
• Candidates from outside Tamil Nadu not eligible for TNEA government quota seats
• Students needing a Chennai-based campus for internship and networking access
• Those whose TNEA rank qualifies for top-ranked government colleges in Salem or Trichy

SSCET Salem BE Scholarships 2026

Eligible B.E. students at SSCET Salem can access multiple government-funded scholarships covering reserved category support and centrally sponsored merit-based schemes.

• Tamil Nadu post-matric scholarships are available via the Tamil Nadu e-Scholarship portal.
• Verify current scholarship amounts and eligibility with relevant authorities before applying.

SSCET Salem BE FAQs

Ques. Does SSCET Salem follow Anna University syllabus for all B.E. courses, including Cyber Security?

Ans. Yes. All B.E. programmes at SSCET Salem are permanently affiliated to Anna University, which means the curriculum, examinations, and degree certificates are issued by Anna University. This applies to all six specializations including Cyber Security and Biomedical Engineering. The syllabus is set by Anna University and updated in line with its academic regulations.

Ques. Why do ECE and Mechanical Engineering cost more than other B.E. branches at SSCET?

Ans. Agricultural Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, CSE, and Cyber Security are priced at INR 2,00,000 (INR 50,000 per year), while Electronics and Communication Engineering and Mechanical Engineering are priced at INR 2,20,000 (INR 55,000 per year). The fee difference reflects higher lab infrastructure and equipment costs for these branches. All fees cover tuition only. Hostel and transport are billed separately.

Ques. Is TNEA rank the only route to admission at SSCET Salem?

Ans. Government quota seats (65% of intake) are exclusively filled through TNEA rank-based counselling by Anna University. Management quota seats (35%) are filled directly by SSCET. Candidates who have a low TNEA rank or did not register can approach SSCET admissions office for management quota availability after TNEA rounds conclude in July 2026.

Ques. What career paths are available after B.E. Agricultural Engineering from SSCET Salem?

Ans. Graduates of B.E. Agricultural Engineering can enter Tamil Nadu government agricultural departments, irrigation and water resource organisations, agro-based industries, and farm equipment companies. The degree also qualifies candidates for the GATE AE paper for M.Tech admissions and for Agricultural Engineering posts in central PSUs and state government recruitment.

Ques. Can SSCET Salem B.E. graduates apply for Anna University PG programmes?

Ans. Yes. B.E. graduates from SSCET Salem are eligible to apply for M.E./M.Tech programmes at Anna University constituent and affiliated colleges through TANCET (Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test). GATE scores are required for NIT and IIT admissions. The Anna University degree is recognised for all central government and state PG admission processes.