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Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test Eligibility Criteria

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Updated on Dec 18, 2024

Amrita Das

TANCET 2025 Eligibility Criteria: Anna University has released the TANCET 2025 information brochure on its official website. Candidates can check out the information brochure for detailed TANCET 2025 eligibility criteria for M.B.A., M.C.A., and M.E./M.Tech./M.Arch./M.Plan. Programs. TANCET exam is a state-level PG examination which is conducted by the Anna University under the Government of Tamil Nadu. Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria to be eligible for appearing in the TANCET exam. Qualifying candidates of the TANCET exam can get admission in the MBA / MCA / M.Tech/M.E. programs in different colleges in Tamil Nadu. 

TANCET 2025 General Eligibility Criteria 

Candidates are required to meet the TANCET 2025 eligibility criteria before applying for the TANCET exam. The TANCET 2025 application process began on January 24, 2025. Therefore, candidates should check if they meet the eligibility requirements for appearing in the TANCET exam 2025. Check out the following outlined pointers for TANCET 2025 general eligibility criteria.

  • For the TANCET MBA program, applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree (3 years) in any relevant field with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved category) from a recognised university. Having a year or two of work experience is a plus. 
  • For the TANCET MCA program, applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree (3 years or more) in BCA or BSc (Information Technology / Computer Science or equivalent) with Mathematics with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved category) from a recognised university. 
  • For TANCET M.E./M.Tech program, candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in B.E./B.Tech./B.Arch./B.Pharm or equivalent with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved category) from a recognised university.

TANCET 2025 Detailed Eligibility Criteria

It is compulsory for candidates to meet the TANCET eligibility criteria before filling out the application form. Not meeting the eligibility criteria will result in rejection of the TANCET application form. If candidates have their B.E./B.Tech. Degree from Distance/weekend mode programmes are not eligible for the TANCET 2025 exam. Candidates with bachelor degrees without studying Class 10 & 12 / 3-year diplomas are also not eligible to apply for the exam. Check out the table below for detailed eligibility criteria of TANCET 2025.

Program Qualifying Exam Additional Requirements Percentage Criteria
MBA (Master of Business Administration) Bachelor’s degree of three-year duration from a recognized institution.  Must follow one of the patterns:  - 10+2+3/4 years pattern  - 10+3 years diploma +3 years  - BE, B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Pharm  - 10+2+AMIE*  - 10+3 years diploma (awarded by SBTE) + AMIE* - 50% (45% for reserved categories)
MCA (Master of Computer Applications) Bachelor’s degree of three-year duration from a recognized institution.  Must follow one of the patterns:  - 10+2+3/4 years pattern  - 10+3 years diploma +3 years  - 10+2+AMIE*  - 10+3 years diploma (awarded by SBTE) + AMIE* Mathematics required at 10+2 or graduation level. 50% (45% for reserved categories)
MCA (Lateral Entry) Bachelor’s degree of three-year duration in BCA, B.Sc. (Information Technology/Computer Science) from a recognized institution. Mathematics required at 10+2 or graduation level. 50% (45% for reserved categories)
ME/M.Tech/M.Plan/M.Arch Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.  Must follow one of the patterns:  - B.E, B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Pharm  - Master’s degree in the relevant branch of Science/Arts  - 10+2+AMIE*  - 10+3 years diploma (awarded by SBTE) + AMIE* Candidates with valid GATE 2023/2024/2025 scores for assistantship in Engineering/Technology can apply directly. 50% (45% for reserved categories)

Note: AMIE refers to Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers.

Who is not eligible for TANCET 2025?

In contrast, there are some specific criteria where a candidate will not be eligible for the TANCET exam. Under these specific criteria, candidates won’t be eligible for appearing in the TANCET 2025. Check out the table below for criteria where a candidate is identified as not eligible. 

Additional Eligibility Criteria for TANCET 2025

Criteria Eligibility Details
Programs from Distance/Weekend Mode Candidates with B.E./B.Tech. degrees obtained through distance or weekend mode programs are not eligible.
Degrees without Class 10 & 12/3-year Diplomas Candidates with bachelor’s degrees obtained without completing Class 10 & 12 or 3-year diplomas are not eligible.
Final Semester/Year Candidates Candidates in their final semester/year of their qualifying degree course (Academic year 2024–25) are eligible.
Other State Candidates Eligible to apply; specific eligibility will be determined by the admitting authority/university.
Lateral Entry Candidates Only eligible for B.E., B.Tech., and MCA degree programs.

TANCET 2025 Eligibility Criteria FAQs

What is the eligibility for TANCET 2025?

Candidates must have a bachelors degree (3 years) in any relevant field with at least 50% marks (45% marks for reserved categories) from a recognised university.

Who is eligible for TANCET MCA 2025?

For TANCET MCA 2025, candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in BCA / B.Sc (IT/CSE/equivalent) from a recognised university.

Can a final year student apply for the TANCET 2025 exam?

Yes, final year bachelor students or final year students appearing in their final qualification exam are eligible to apply for the TANCET exam.

Who is not eligible for the TANCET 2025 exam?

Candidates who have obtained their bachelors degree from Distance / Weekend programmes are not eligible for the TANCET exam.

Can I take the TANCET exam with a B.Com degree?

Yes, you can take the TANCET 2025 exam with a B.Com degree for the MBA program.

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