The Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test (TANCET). It is a state-level examination conducted by Anna University, Chennai, on behalf of the Government of Tamil Nadu. It serves as a gateway for admission of the interested candidates into postgraduate programs such as MBA and MCA across various institutions in Tamil Nadu.
TANCET Highlights
Mode of Exam |
Offline |
Duration of the Exam |
2 hours |
Types of Questions |
100 Multiple Choice Questions |
Syllabus |
Analysis of Business Situations Reading Comprehension Quantitative Ability Data Sufficiency English Usage |
Language |
English |
Marking Scheme |
+1 mark for each correct answer -1/3 mark for each incorrect answer |
Official Website |
tancet.annauniv.edu |
Conducting Body |
Anna University, Chennai |
Eligibility Criteria for TANCET
For MBA
Educational Qualification: A bachelor's degree of at least three years from a recognized institution.
Minimum Marks: At least 50% aggregate.
Accepted Study Patterns:
10+2+3/4/5 years
10+3 years Diploma + 3 years
B.E./B.Tech./B.Pharma./B.Arch.
10+2+AMIE or 10+3 years Diploma + AMIE
For MCA
A bachelor's degree
Minimum Marks: At least 50% aggregate.
Subject Requirement: Mathematics as a subject in 10+2 or at the undergraduate level.
Important Dates for TANCET
Application Form Release: January 24, 2025
Application Deadline: February 21, 2025
Admit Card Availability: March 8, 2025
Exam Date: March 22, 2025
Result Declaration: First week of April 2025
Counseling Commencement: April/May 2025
TANCET 2025 Registration Fee
General / OBC: 1000
SC / ST / SCA: 500
Application Process for TANCET 2025
Visit the Official Website – tancet.annauniv.edu
Register Online – Enter personal and academic details.
Upload Documents – Photograph & signature.
Pay Application Fee – Online payment.
Download Admit Card – After confirmation of the application.
TANCET Result & Counseling
Documents Required for TANCET Application
TANCET Scorecard
Degree Certificates
10th & 12th Mark Sheets
Community Certificate
Passport-size Photos
Domicile Certificate
TANCET MBA Syllabus
Business Analysis
Understanding Business Situations
Interpretation of Business Data
Logical Decision Making
Reading Comprehension
Short & Long Passages
Direct and Inference-Based Questions
Synonyms, Antonyms, Word Meanings
Quantitative Aptitude
Numbers & Arithmetic
Algebra
Geometry & Mensuration
Probability & Statistics
Data Interpretation
Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning
Bar Graphs, Pie Charts, Line Graphs
Coding-Decoding
Series & Patterns
Syllogisms
Analogies
Verbal Ability
Grammar & Sentence Correction
Synonyms & Antonyms
Fill in the Blanks
Para Jumbles
Error Spotting
TANCET MCA Syllabus
Quantitative Aptitude & Mathematics
Algebra
Trigonometry
Calculus
Probability & Statistics
Numerical Methods
Logical Reasoning
Puzzles & Seating Arrangements
Number & Letter Series
Coding-Decoding
Blood Relations
Syllogisms
Computer Awareness
Basics of Computers & Networks
Operating Systems
Programming Languages
Data Structures
Databases
TANCET ME/M.Tech/M.Arch/M.Plan Syllabus
Engineering Mathematics
Calculus
Linear Algebra
Probability & Statistics
Numerical Methods
Vector Calculus
Basic Engineering & Sciences
Applied Mechanics
Mechanical Engineering Basics
Civil Engineering Basics
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Thermodynamics
TANCET Admission Process
Online Registration
Steps to Register:
Visit the official TANCET website.
Create an account.
Fill in personal details, academic qualifications, and course preference.
Upload a passport-size photo & signature.
Submit the form
Application Fee
It is mandatory to carry the admit card on exam day.
Admit Card Download
The exam is conducted offline.
Candidates must carry:
Admit Card
Valid ID Proof
Result Declaration
Results are announced online
Score Validity: TANCET scores are valid for 1 year.
Counseling Process
Online Registration – Candidates must apply for TANCA counseling separately.
Document Verification – Upload necessary documents.
Merit List Release – A rank list is prepared based on TANCET scores.
Final Admission – Candidates must visit the allotted college for fee payment and admission confirmation.
Documents Required for Counseling
TANCET Scorecard
Admit Card
Degree Certificate / Provisional Certificate
10th & 12th Mark Sheets
Community Certificate
Domicile Certificate
Passport-size Photos
Top Institutes Accepting TANCET Scores
Anna University, Chennai
PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore
Madras Institute of Technology, Chennai
SSN College of Engineering, Chennai
Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Madurai
Coimbatore Institute of Technology
Preparation Tips for TANCET
Understand the Syllabus – Focus on key subjects.
Practice Previous Year Papers – Improve speed & accuracy.
Time Management – Work on solving 100 questions in 120 minutes.
Use Standard Books – R.S Aggarwal for Quant & Logical Reasoning, Wren & Martin for English.
Helps understand exam difficulty and pattern
Mock Tests & Online Quizzes
Follow Standard Books
MBA: R.S. Aggarwal (Quant & Logical Reasoning), Wren & Martin (English)
MCA: NPTEL Notes, R.S. Aggarwal (Mathematics & Reasoning)
ME/M.Tech: Standard GATE books
FAQs
Ques. Can students from outside Tamil Nadu apply for TANCET?
Ans. Yes, but priority is given to Tamil Nadu candidates.
Ques. Is TANCET tougher than CAT?
Ans. No, TANCET is easier compared to CAT but requires proper preparation
Ques. How many times can I attempt TANCET?
Ans. There is no limit for attemptation of TANCET exam.
Ques. Can I apply for multiple courses through one application?
Ans. No, separate applications are needed for each course.