Top MBA Colleges Accepting TANCET 2025 Scores

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Updated on Jul 14, 2025 11:21 IST

The scores of TANCET or Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test is accepted by around 200 institutes across Tamil Nadu. Know the top colleges accepting TANCET scores and the courses offered here.

TANCET or Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test is the state level MBA entrance exam conducted by Anna University, Chennai. It is one of the most sought-after MBA entrance exam which approximately 40,000 aspirants take. TANCET is also conducted for admission to MCA courses. TANCET is the gateway to around 200 colleges across the state. While some colleges exclusively offer MBA programmes, certain colleges or institutes are multi-disciplinary or offer multiple courses across Computer Applications, Engineering or Architecture streams. In this article of Shiksha, we bring the list of top MBA colleges accepting TANCET scores.

Candidates are not required to apply separately to the colleges accepting TANCET scores. DTE administers the admission via TN MBA counselling process. Aspirants must know the list of the top TANCET participating institutes so that they can make the informed decision based on the factors such as institutes’ rank and repute, programmes offered, intake, fees, placement, etc.

Top Colleges Accepting TANCET Scores

The following table brings the list of TANCET participating institutes along with the flagship courses for the academic year 2025-26.

Institutes Accepting TANCET Scores	Courses Offered
Department of Management Studies, Anna University, Chennai	MBA
PSG Institute of Management, Coimbatore	MBA
College of Engineering, Guindy	MBA
University of Madras, Chepauk	MBA
Bharathiar University, Coimbatore	MBA
Periyar University (PU), Salem	MBA
SRM University, Chennai	MBA
Nehru Institute of Technology, Coimbatore	MBA
Thiagarajar School of Management, Madurai	MBA and PGDM
Bharathidasan Institute of Management, Trichy	MBA
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International School of Textiles & Management, Coimbatore	MBA
ITM Business School Chennai	PGDM
Vel Tech High Tech Dr.Rangarajan Dr.Sakunthala Engineering College	MBA
KCT Business School, Coimbatore	MBA
Rajalakshmi School of Business, Chennai	PGDM
Hindusthan College of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore	MBA
Galaxy Institute of Management, [GIM] Chennai	MBA, Post Graduate Industrial Relations and Personnel Management Programme
GRG School of Management Studies (GRGSMS) Coimbatore	MBA and PGDM
Crescent School of Business, Chennai	PGDM
Dr. M.G.R. Educational And Research Institute, Chennai	MBA
Hallmark Business School, Tiruchirappalli	MBA
St. Joseph’s Institute of Management (JIM) Tiruchirappalli	MBA
SSN School of Management, Chennai	MBA
Firebird Institute of Research in Management, Coimbatore	PGDM

Note: The above table is not the complete list of colleges accepting TANCET scores and are not arranged rank-wise.

Q: What are the top 10 MBA colleges in Tamil Nadu via TANCET?

Here are the top 10 MBA colleges in Tamil Nadu based on the TANCET exam: 1-PSG Institute of Management, Coimbatore, 2-Loyola Institute of Business Administration, Chennai, 3-Amrita School of Business, Coimbatore, 4-Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai, 5-Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore, 6-Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad (IMT-G) Chennai Campus, 7-PSNA College of Engineering and Technology, Dindigul, 8-Bharathidasan Institute of Management, Trichy, 9-Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, Coimbatore, 10-PSG Institute of Technology and Applied Research, Coimbatore The list above is based on the reputation of the colleges, placement records, faculty, infrastructure, and other factors. However, the actual ranking may vary depending on various sources. It is advisable to do thorough research and visit the colleges before making a final decision.

Q: Is it necessary to join coaching classes for TANCET preparation?

It's entirely a candidate's call how he/she wishes to prepare for the TANCET exam. If aspirants have a strong foundation, they can rely on self-study. However, if the candidate wishes to make the best of available resources, he/she can certainly opt for an online course or join a coaching institute. Joining a coaching institute is not necessary for TANCET exam preparation. However, it can be helpful for some aspirants. Coaching institutes can provide access to experienced teachers, practice questions, and study materials. They can also help candidates develop a study plan and stay motivated. When deciding on coaching institutes, it is crucial to choose a reputable and has a good track record of success. You should also make sure that the institute offers the type of instruction that you are looking for. The best way to prepare for TANCET is to find a method that works for you and stick with it. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to exam preparation. The most important thing is to start early and give yourself plenty of time to study.

Q: Which universities in Tamil Nadu offer MBA and MCA admission via its departments?

Departments of the following Universities accept TANCET scores for MBA and MCA admission: 1) Anna University 2) Annamalia University 3) University of Madras 4) Bharathiar University 5) Bharathidasan University 6) University College of Engineering 7) Mother Teresa Women's University The list of universities above is based on previous years list of TANCET colleges. With the upcoming admission session, list of university may or may not change. Candidates can find the list of TANCET colleges at Shiksha's TANCET colleges web page (https://www.shiksha.com/mba/tancet-exam-colleges).

After the TANCET results are declared, the qualified candidates will have to appear for TANCET counselling rounds, which will lead to the allocation of seats to candidates based on their ranks and document verification.

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Q: How many colleges accept TANCET scores for MBA and MCA admission?

The number of colleges accepting TANCET scores change from year to year based on the recognition of colleges in the state of Tamil Nadu. Based on the previous year's admission details, a total of 230 colleges offer admissions based on TANCET scores. These colleges offer MBA or MCA admission. Several colleges offer both MBA and MCA courses. These 230 colleges included 1) Government Engineering Colleges 2) Government Aided Engineering Colleges 3) University Departments 4) Self-Financing Engineering Colleges 5) Stand Alone Institutions.

Q: Is there any Government Aided Engineering College in Tamil Nadu offering MBA/MCA admission based on TANCET scores?

Based on the previous year's TANCET colleges, there are as many as three Government Aided Engineering Colleges that offer MBA and MCA admission based on TANCET scores. List of these TANCET colleges are as follows: 1) PSG College of Technology 2) Coimbatore Institute of Technology 3) Thiagarajar College of Engineering Besides the above mentioned TANCET colleges, DTE may introduce additional Government Aided Engineering colleges for admission in Tamil Nadu.

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