Erode Sengunthar Engineering College Perundurai Admission
Government College of Engineering (GCE), Salem, is one of the oldest and most prestigious government engineering institutions in Tamil Nadu. Affiliated with Anna University and approved by AICTE, the college offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in engineering and technology.
This page outlines all essential admission details for the 2025 cycle, including eligibility, entrance exams, application dates, and selection criteria.
Quick Admission Summary
- Programs Offered: B.E., B.Tech, M.E., PhD
- Application Dates:
- UG: May – June 2025 (via TNEA)
- PG: March – April 2025 (via TANCET)
- PhD: April – June 2025 (Institute-level process)
- Entrance Exams Required:
- UG: TNEA (Merit-based, no entrance exam)
- PG: TANCET / GATE
- PhD: Institute entrance test + interview
- Selection Criteria:
- UG: Based on Class 12 PCM marks via TNEA counseling
- PG: TANCET / GATE score + counseling process
- PhD: Written test + academic record + interview
Entrance Exam Overview
Program |
Entrance Exam(s) |
Registration Deadline |
B.E./B.Tech |
TNEA (Merit-based) |
June 2025 |
M.E. |
TANCET / GATE |
April 2025 |
PhD |
Institute Entrance + Interview |
May 2025 |
Step-by-Step Admission Process
For UG Programs (B.E./B.Tech)
- Register on TNEA Portal – Fill in personal, academic, and preference details
- TNEA Merit List – Created based on normalized Class 12 PCM scores
- Counseling Process – Participate in Anna University’s online counseling
- Seat Allotment & Confirmation – Based on rank and preference
- Document Verification & Reporting – At allotted institute
For PG Programs (M.E.)
- Appear for TANCET / Submit GATE Scores
- Register for TANCA Counselling (Postgraduate engineering admissions)
- Attend Counselling – Choose preferred college and program
- Admission Finalization – Submit required documents and confirm seat
For PhD Programs
- Apply on GCE Salem’s PhD Admission Portal
- Written Test – Conducted by the department
- Interview – Evaluate research interest and academic background
- Admission Offer – Based on combined performance
Application Timeline & Important Dates
Program |
Registration Period |
Exam/Interview Dates |
B.E./B.Tech |
May – June 2025 |
Merit List: July 2025 |
M.E. |
March – April 2025 |
TANCET: April 2025 |
PhD |
April – May 2025 |
Written Test: June 2025 |
Eligibility Criteria & Who Can Apply
Program |
Eligibility Criteria |
B.E./B.Tech |
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (Minimum 45%) |
M.E. |
B.E./B.Tech in related discipline + TANCET or GATE score |
PhD |
Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology or related field with 60%+ marks |
Entrance Exam Cutoffs & Selection Criteria
TNEA Cutoff Rank Trends (Expected – General Category)
Branch |
Expected Cutoff Rank |
Computer Science |
Up to 5,000 |
Electronics & Communication |
Up to 7,000 |
Mechanical Engineering |
Up to 8,500 |
Civil Engineering |
Up to 10,000 |
Electrical & Electronics |
Up to 7,500 |
TANCET Score Range (Expected)
Program |
Competitive Score Range |
M.E. |
45 – 60 |
Selection Weightage Breakdown
Criteria |
Weightage (%) |
Academic Performance |
40% |
Entrance Exam Score (TANCET/GATE) |
40% |
Interview / Counseling (if applicable) |
20% |
Test Preparation Tips & Admission Strategy
- UG Aspirants (TNEA):
- Focus on excelling in Class 12 PCM subjects
- Use mock TNEA rank calculators to estimate admission chances
- PG Aspirants (TANCET):
- Regularly practice quantitative aptitude, logical reasoning, and technical questions
- Attempt full-length mock tests for time management
- PhD Candidates:
- Focus on core subject knowledge and research methodology
- Prepare a clear research proposal aligned with faculty expertise
Scholarships & Financial Support
- Merit-based Scholarships – For top-performing students in TNEA and TANCET
- Government Scholarships – Available for SC/ST/OBC/EWS students
- AICTE PG Scholarship – For GATE-qualified M.E. students
- Research Fellowships – Available for eligible full-time PhD candidates under funded projects
Final Steps & Next Actions
- Apply early on official portals – TNEA, TANCET
- Start preparing academic and exam documents
- Track updates from GCE Salem and Anna University
- Apply for relevant scholarships after admission confirmation
Last Updated: May 19, 2025