TNEA

Yes, the students can take admissions to the B.E./B.Tech course at Oxford Engineering College under the *Management Quota, non-TNEA, in direct communication through the Admission office of the college.* Although TNEA represents the most commonly followed admission procedure based on the Tamil Nadu state entrance exam, candidates can directly seek admissions from the colleges' admission office. The route generally is expensive in terms of tuition fees as compared to the government quota. For example, applicants still have to qualify on the minimum eligibility requirements which include the completion of 10+2 with subjects like Physics and Chemistry and Mathematics and their respective grades.

Yes, you can join S.A. Engineering College for a B.Tech programme without appearing for the Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) exam under certain conditions. The college offers an option for management quota or direct admissions, which allows students to secure a seat even if they have not gone through the TNEA counseling process.However, it's important to note that admissions under the management quota usually come with higher fees compared to the regular government quota. Admission through this route typically involves meeting the basic eligibility criteria, such as having passed the 12th grade with relevant subjects (Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry), and securing a minimum qualifying percentage.

An Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholder who has lived in Tamil Nadu for 14 years and whose son has studied there is eligible to take part in the Tamil Nadu Engineering Counselling under the "Open Category." This eligibility is applicable for the academic year 2023-24 and beyond.The eligibility criteria to get admission to any Tamil Nadu college are:They should have passed the HSC (Academic) or an equivalent qualification with a minimum average percentage.Alternatively, they can pass the HSC (Vocational Subject) with a minimum average percentage and one engineering-related subject.The application process for TNEA is uniform for all candidates, irrespective of their nativity or category. It involves submitting the necessary details and registering for counseling.