Anna University Eligibility

University College of Engineering, Arni, Anna University has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses: CoursesEligibilityB.E. / B.TechCandidate must have passed VIII, IX, X, XI & XII Std. from schools situated in Tamil Nadu.
Tamil Nadu native candidate who have passed any of the VIII, IX, X, XI & XII Std. or their equivalent exam from schools situated outside Tamil Nadu can also apply. They should produce Original Nativity Certificate.
Children of Central Government Employees, irrespective of their nativity, provided their parents or guardians (only if both parents are not alive) have been serving in Tamil Nadu continuously for the past five years can be eligible to apply.
Sons & daughters of All India service Tamil Nadu cadre officers are eligible to apply. A Self declaration from the parent in this regard is to be produced.
Children of employees in the Public Sector or Government recognised institutions had been working in their organisations for the past five years are also eligible, irrespective of their domicile.
Other State candidates who have studied VIII, IX, X, XI and XII Std. in Tamil Nadu are eligible to apply.

Anna University offers various merit and need-based scholarships to its students. Students are also eligible for availing a number of scholarships offered by the state and central government. Anna University also offers financial assistance to economically weak students. Details regarding a few of the Anna University scholarships are mentioned below:Scholarship NameScholarship CriteriaTamil Nadu e-District Community Scholarship- Open for both UG and PG courses- Annual family income must not exceed Rs 2 LPA (for regular courses) and Rs 2.5 LPA (for regular and self-supporting courses)Hostel Loan Scholarship- Open for UG/ PG students in ACTECH hostel- Annual family income must not exceed Rs 2 LPAAnna Award- For students selected through Backward & Minorities Welfare Office- On the basis of Class 12 marksCM Award- For students selected through Backward & Minorities Welfare Office- On the basis of Class 12 marks