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TANCET 2024: DTE Tamil Nadu has commenced the TANCET counselling for MBA and MCA admissions. Candidates can get the TANCET counselling details on the TANCET MBA admission portal, tn-mbamca.com. Candidates who got their documents verified during the TN MBA admission process, have found their names in the TANCET rank list. The seat allotment list will be released anytime soon on the official counselling portal.
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Q: When is TANCET counselling conducted?
TANCET counselling process commences soon after the scorecard download window is closed. Typically, the counselling process for TANCET MBA admission commences within a month of the scorecard download window close date. In the past exam session, i.e. TANCET 2023 counselling, TANCET scorecard download window was closed on May 20 and the counselling process commenced on June 1. Unlike the exam events, candidates can find the TANCET counselling schedule on the Tamil Nadu MBA web counselling portal. Alternatively, GCT, Coimbatore releases the TANCET counselling press release mentioning the start date and end dates. Candidates can stay tuned to Shiksha's TANCET counselling webpage for current status of the TANCET counselling.
Q: What is the TANCET counselling process?
Q: What is the mode of TANCET counselling process?
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TANCET 2024 Exam Highlights
The table below mentions the TANCET 2024 exam overview:
| TANCET Features |
Details |
|---|---|
| TANCET full form |
Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test |
| Conducting body |
|
| Exam level |
State |
| Courses offered |
- MBA - MCA |
| TANCET MBA syllabus |
- Analysis of Business Situations - Reading Comprehension - Reading Comprehension - Data Sufficiency - General English |
| TANCET exam mode |
Offline exam from centre |
| Number of test cities |
15 (indicative) |
| Exam frequency |
Annual |
| TANCET 2024 exam date |
March 9, 2024 (for MBA & MCA) |
| Exam fees |
- INR 1000 for UR categories - INR 500 for reserved categories |
| Eligibility |
Graduation with an aggregate score of 50 per cent (45 per cent for SC/ST students) |
| Number of applicants |
- 9820 (for MCA in 2023) - 24468 (for MBA in 2023) |
| Number of test takers |
- 9279 (for MCA in 2023) - 22774 (for MBA in 2023) |
| Exam helpdesk number |
044-22358289 / 044-22358314 |
| Exam website |
TANCET 2024 Dates
Anna University notifies the TANCET exam dates and event schedule on the official website, tancet.annauniv.edu. The table below mentions the key dates for TANCET 2024 exam.
| TANCET 2024 Events |
TANCET 2024 Dates |
|---|---|
| TANCET registration begins |
10-Jan-2023 |
| Last date of TANCET registration |
07-Feb-2024 12-Feb-2024 15-Feb-2024 |
| Issue of TANCET hall ticket |
21-Feb-2024 |
| TANCET 2024 exam date |
09-Mar-2024 (for MBA and MCA) |
| Publication of TANCET 2024 answer key |
13-Mar-2024 |
| TANCET 2024 answer key objection window |
17-Mar-2024 |
| Publication of TANCET final answer key 2024 |
18-Mar-2024 22-Mar-2024 |
| TANCET 2024 result date |
28-Mar-2024 |
| Download of TANCET scorecard |
03-Apr-2024 to 03-Mar-2024 |
| TANCET counselling 2024 registration |
10-Jun-2024 to 04-Jul-2024 |
| Publication of TANCET rank list |
22-Jul-2024 |
| Grievance redressal window for TANCET rank list |
23-Jul-2024 to 26-Jul-2024 |
TANCET 2024 Counselling
The Directorate of Technical Education, Chennai, conducts the TANCET counselling for all the eligible candidates. TANCET counselling is a part of the TN MBA admission process. Candidates need to get their documents verified to participate in the TANCET counselling process. TN MBA admission process has the following stages:
Q: Which marks will be considered for TANCET counselling: normalized marks or actual marks?
The normalization of marks in TANCET is done only for the engineering courses. To call candidates for counseling, the examination authority will use the normalized marks. The result is declared after normalizing the marks of candidates. Read here for more details - https://www.shiksha.com/mba/tancet-exam-results.
Q: I belong to ST category. Can I avail the benefits under the SCA to SC counselling round of Tamil Nadu MBA Admission process?
Q: What all documents are required during TANCET counselling?
Candidates need to carry hard copy of the below mentioned documents at the time of Certificate verification:
- Class 10 mark sheet
- Class 12 mark sheet / Diploma Certificate
- Graduation mark sheets for all semesters / Years of qualifying Degree exam
- Provisional / Degree Certificate
- Permanent Community Certificate Card (to avail reservation)
- TANCET Scorecard/ Rank Card
- TANCET hall ticket
- District Medical Board Certificate (for Differently able Candidates only)
- Nativity Certificate in electronic form / digitally signed e-certificate (If applicable)
- Sri Lankan Tamil Refugee Certificate (If applicable).
Q: What is TANCET supplementary counselling?
Q: What is the schedule for TANCET Counselling?
TANCET Counselling 2023 has been concluded after the release of all MBA and MCA allotments. TANCET Counselling is held in multiple rounds, including publication of rank list, general counselling for MBA and MCA, supplementary counselling for bith MBA and MCA. Every year Directorate of Technical Education, Chennai invites application from eligible Degree holders for admission to MBA/ MCA courses offered in Government, Government Aided Engineering and Arts and Science Colleges, University Departments of Anna University/ Regional Centres, Annamalai University.
- Counselling registration
- Certificate verification
- Release of TANCET rank list
- TANCET general counselling
- Payment and choice filling
- Publication of tentative allotment
- Publication of provisional allotment
- Supplementary counselling
- SCA to SC counselling
TANCET Rank List 2024
Anna University releases two separate TANCET rank lists, including the rank list for general counselling and rank list for special reservation counselling. The rank list will carry the following information:
- Candidate’s personal details
- Category/ Subcategory
- Nationality
- TANCET rank
- Roll number
- Application number
- Total marks
TANCET 2024 Participating Institutes
Some of the top colleges accepting TANCET scores with cutoff ranks are tabulated below:
| College Name |
Course Name |
TANCET Cutoff Ranks 2021 (Open Category) |
|---|---|---|
| University Departments of Anna University Chennai - CEG Campus |
MBA |
54 |
| MBA |
679 |
|
| Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering (AUTONOMOUS) |
MBA |
296 |
| PSG College of Technology (AUTONOMOUS) |
MBA (Waste Management and Social Entrepreneurship (SS) |
448 |
| MBA (SS) |
871 |
|
| MBA (SS) |
68 |
|
| Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology (AUTONOMOUS) |
MBA |
978 |
| MBA |
398 |
|
| MBA |
461 |
|
| MBA |
204 |
|
| MBA |
608 |
|
| MBA |
667 |
|
| MBA |
859 |
TANCET 2024 Results
Anna University hosts the TANCET results on the official website, tancet.annauniv.edu. Candidates need to enter their registered email ID and password to access the TANCET login portal for results. The result of TANCET 2024 exam will host the actual score, as well as the TANCET percentile score. Actual score is evaluated based on the marking scheme, while the percentile score is calculated after evaluating the number of candidates who took the exam and number of candidates who have scored less than particular mark.
- Direct Link for TANCET Results 2024: https://tancet.annauniv.edu/tancet/mag24mrksht/index.php?open-reg
- Direct Link to Download TANCET Scorecard 2024: https://tancet.annauniv.edu/tancet/mag24mrksht/index.php?open-reg
TANCET Scorecard 2024
Soon after the declaration of TANCET results, Anna University releases the TANCET scorecard. The scorecard of the TANCET 2024 exam must be downloaded and retained until the final admission. During the document verification round under TN MBA admission, candidates have to upload the TANCET scorecard among other key documents.
TANCET 2024 Answer Key
Soon after the TANCET exam is conducted, Anna University releases the answer keys. Candidates are allowed to raise objections against the TANCET answer keys. The final answer key will be published soon after the objection window is closed. Anna University evaluates the performance of the candidate based on the TANCET final answer key. The TANCET answer key PDF is published on the login portal.
TANCET 2024 Hall Ticket
Anna University releases the TANCET hall ticket for all applicants. Candidates appearing for the TANCET exam have to download the hall ticket before the exam date. The hard copy of TANCET hall ticket, also known as TANCET admit card, must be carried to the exam centre. Candidates need to use their registered email ID and password to download the admit card of TANCET 2024. The hall ticket of TANCET exam carries important information, including the exam timeline, exam venue, and some key details of the test taker.
Candidates failing to carry the TANCET 2024 hall ticket to the exam centre will face denial in entry to the exam hall.
TANCET 2024 Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria varies across MBA and MCA courses offered by TANCET participating colleges. The space below mentions the category-wise TANCET eligibility criteria:
TANCET MBA Eligibility Criteria
Candidates aspiring for MBA admission based on TANCET exam must have a bachelor's degree with a 50 per cent aggregate score. In case the candidates belong to reserved category, they have a concession of five per cent in aggregate score requirement, i.e. reserved categories need 45 per cent aggregate in the qualifying exam. Candidates are eligible for TANCET MBA exam if they complete education in any of the following patterns:
- 10 + 2 + 3-year degree pattern
- 10 + 2 + 4-year degree pattern
- 10 + 2 + 5-year degree pattern
- 10 + 3-year diploma + 3-year degree pattern
- 10 + 2 + B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Arch. / B.Pharm.
- 10 + 2 + AMIE
- 10 + 3 years diploma (awarded by the State Board of Technical Education) + AMIE
TANCET MCA Eligibility Criteria
Candidates aspiring for an MCA degree course based on TANCET exam must hold any of the following degree or equivalent:
- BCA
- BSc Information Technology
- BSc Computer Science Engineering
In case the aspirant does not have any of the above-mentioned degree, they must have completed a bachelor’s degree with Mathematics as a major. Candidates who did not study Mathematics at graduation level course; however, have studied the subject at 10+2 level are also eligible.
Candidates who complete their education in the following pattern are eligible for the TANCET MCA exam:
- 10 + 2 + 3-year degree pattern
- 10 + 2 + 4-year degree pattern
- 10 + 2 + 5-year degree pattern
- 10 + 3-year diploma + 3- year degree pattern
- 10 + 2 + AMIE
- 10 + 3-year diploma (awarded by the State Board of Technical Education) + AMIE
The minimum aggregate score requirement based on the reservation criteria is as follows:
- UR category candidates must secure an aggregate score of 50 per cent.
- Reserved category candidates must secure an aggregate score of 45 per cent.
Also Read: TANCET 2024 Eligibility Criteria
TANCET Registration 2024
Anna University hosts the TANCET registration process online. Candidates can access the TANCET registration link from the official website, tancet.annauniv.edu. Along with the registration, candidates need to fill some details to complete the application process, followed by uploading documents and payment of application fee. Candidates failing to pay the online application fee will face ineligibility from the TN MBA examination process.
Direct Link to Apply for TANCET 2024: https://tancet.annauniv.edu/tancet/mag24/index.php
The category-wise fee to submit the TANCET 2024 application form is as follows:
| Category |
TANCET 2024 Registration Fee (in INR) |
|---|---|
| Unreserved |
1,000 |
| SC /SCA /ST (Belonging to Tamil Nadu) |
500 |
Also Read: 4 Critical Things to Know Before TANCET Registration 2024
TANCET Registration Statistics
The table below mentions the TANCET registration statistics 2023:
| TANCET Courses | Total Registered Candidates | Total Appeared Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| MCA | 9,820 | 9,279 |
| MBA | 24,468 | 22,774 |
| CEETA PG for Engineering courses | 4,961 | 4,350 |
TANCET Exam Centres 2024
TANCET exam is conducted in several cities situated in Tamil Nadu. Anna University divides the TANCET exam centres in each city based on the number of candidates who will choose a particular city as a preference. As per the previous trends, TANCET 2024 exam will be conducted in the following cities:
- Chennai
- Karaikudi
- Tirunelveli
- Coimbatore
- Madurai
- Tiruchirappalli
- Chidambaram
- Nagercoil
- Vellore
- Dindigul
- Salem
- Villupuram
- Erode
- Thanjavur
- Virudhunagar
TANCET Syllabus 2024
Anna University designs the TANCET exam syllabus. The syllabus for TANCET 2024 hosts the section wise topics for both MBA and MCA course exams. The course-wise sections as per TANCET syllabus for both MBA and MCA are as follows:
TANCET MBA Syllabus
Topics as per the TANCET 2024 MBA syllabus are prescribed for the following sections:
- Analysis of Business Situations
- Reading Comprehension
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Data Sufficiency
- General English
TANCET MCA Syllabus
Topics as per the TANCET 2024 MCA syllabus are prescribed for the following sections:
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Analytical Reasoning
- Logical Reasoning
- Computer Awareness
Also Read: TANCET Syllabus 2024
TANCET 2024 Exam Pattern
Anna University releases the TANCET exam pattern along with the issuance of the exam notification. The table below mentions the TANCET test structure:
| TANCET 2024 Exam Pattern Elements |
TANCET Exam Pattern Details |
|---|---|
| Exam mode |
Offline (OMR based) |
| Duration of test |
120 minutes |
| Number of sections in MBA exam |
Five (5) sections, namely, - Business Situations - Quantitative Ability - Reading Comprehension - Data Sufficiency - English Usage |
| Number of sections in MCA exam |
Four (4) sections, namely, - Quantitative Aptitude - Analytical Reasoning - Logical Reasoning - Computer Awareness |
| Number of questions |
100 |
| Total marks |
100 |
| Marks assigned to each section (MBA) |
20 |
| Marks assigned to each section (MCA) |
25 |
| Marks for each question |
(+)1 for each correct response |
| Negative marking |
(-)1/3 marks for each incorrect response |
| Exam medium |
English, and Tamil |
TANCET 2024 Preparation Tips
Preparing for the TANCET MBA exam requires candidates to follow a systematic approach with a thorough understanding of the exam pattern and syllabus. Here are some preparation tips for TANCET 2024:
- Familiarise with the exam pattern
- Gather study materials, including previous year’s TANCET question papers
- Analyze TANCET syllabus
- Create a study plan based on your strengths and weaknesses
- Practice using mock tests
- Stay Updated with the current affairs
- Work on time management techniques to be followed on the exam day.
- Seek help from mentors to clarify doubts, if any
Also Read: TANCET 2024 Preparation Tips
TANCET 2024 Question Papers
Anna University releases the TANCET question papers on the official website, tancet.annauniv.edu. Candidates were able to download the TANCET 2022 question papers along with the details of 2023 exam session. Candidates will be able to download the course wise question paper and practise the same for better preparation. The table below mentions the links for the TANCET question papers:
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Yes, CMS Institute of Management Studies (CMSIMS) in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu accepts TANCET scores for admission to its MBA programme. To be eligible for admission to CMSIMS, you must pass a graduation degree for undergraduate courses and a master's degree for PhD programmes. For MBA admissions, cand
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The Sri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore TANCET cutoff for the Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme for 2024 was 3347 for the General AI quota. Here are some other expected TANCET cut-off marks for 2024:
- General: 38 - 40
- OBC: 33.25 - 35.5
- SC: 20.5 - 35.5
- ST: 19 - 36
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The TANCET 2024 results were announced on 28th March 2024, and scorecards would be available from 3rd April 2024. These results are required for postgraduate admissions of courses such as MBA and MCA offered at G R Damodaran Academy of Management (GRDAM). Hence, students must check the results and s
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In reality, the cutoff for admission is provided through TANCET, to G.R. Damodaran Academy of Management for every year and depends mainly upon the number of applicants versus how well they performed. To give a general idea for the MBA program, students take between 25 to 35 marks, but once again, i
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Yes, you may get admission to the MBA/PGDM courses of G R Damodaran Academy of Management (GRDAM) without TANCET. Though TANCET is one of the accepted entrance exams for candidates belonging to Tamil Nadu, the GRDAM also accepts scores from other national-level exams such as CAT, XAT, MAT, and CMAT.
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Important Dates for TANCET Registration and Examination to get admitted to the MBA/PGDM programme in Sourashtra College:
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Yes, TANCET is required for admission to M.E. at Sri Ramakrishna Institute of Technology. TANCET is Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test conducted by Anna University. Candidates seeking admission to M.E. are required to apply and appear for TANCET to be eligible for admission.
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Yes, Sri Sai Ram Institute of Technology considers TANCET score for admission to MBA programme. In Sri Sai Ram Institute of Technology TANCET Cutoff 2024, the closing rank for MBA was 4082, for the General category students in the AI quota. During 2023, the closing cutoff for the same course was 218
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