Tamil Nadu had one of the highest literacy rates of 80.33% during the 2011 census and is one of the places that host the best engineering colleges in the Tamil Nadu region. Engineering is a top-rated undergraduate course in India, with lakhs of aspirants sitting for various engineering entrance exams after their 12^th results. With most of them having a common aim of securing a seat in IITs, many also go along with their interests and settle for private and state-government colleges. This article compiles a list of top engineering colleges in Tamil Nadu that have been known for their academic excellence and great placement records.

Indian Institute of Madras, Chennai: 

Established in 1959, IIT Madras became the third establishment under the Institutes of Technology Act of 1961 and was officially given recognition. Since then, it has been a pioneer in establishing high academic excellence and has given multiple opportunities to the students seeking engineering in different courses. It has 16 academic branches. Some of them are aerospace, chemical, civil, electrical, metallurgical, naval architecture & ocean, computer science engineering that offers admission through the JoSAA counselling. It also has a remarkable placement record, with all the major recruiters coming for on-campus placements and internships.

Estimated Fees: INR 5.31 L- 30.98 L

Admission Process: Through JEE Advanced

National Institute of Technology, Trichy: 

Established in 1960, NIT Trichy is an autonomous body recognized by the government of India under the list of Institutes of National Importance. Initially, it was conceptualized as the Regional Engineering College in Trichy, which was later given its current NIT title in 2002. It is one of the oldest establishments in the list of NITs and is also hailed as one of the best NITs in India. They offer PG, UG, and PhD courses in engineering disciplines with branches such as computer engineering, electrical, mechanical, metallurgical engineering and more.

Estimated Fees: INR 5.65 L

Admission Process: Through JEE Mains

College of Engineering Guindy, Anna University: 

Established in 1794, CEG is one of India’s oldest colleges affiliated to Anna University. It is a public college and has been ranked as number 14 on the engineering colleges list of NIRF 2020. Some of the branches here are civil, mechanical, electrical, information & communications, management studies and more. It follows strict adherence to the guidelines of UGC and has many student facilities like banking area, cafeteria, gym, health care and more. The anti-ragging committee ensures that the students here learn in a prosperous manner without any threats.

Estimated Course Fees: INR 2L

Admission Process: Through TNEA exams

Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore: 

Established in 1984, VIT Vellore is a private deemed university that offers engineering courses on its campus. It is accredited as ‘A’ Grade by NAAC and was also ranked as number 15 by engineering colleges NIRF 2020 ranking system. The 372 acres campus hosts many student facilities like a cafeteria, bank, health care, gym and more.

Estimated Course Fees: INR 4.89 L- 7.83 L

Admission Process: Through VITEEE

SRM Institute of Science & Technology, Chennai: 

This College was established in 2003 and provides UG and PG level engineering courses. It has UGC approval and has been graded ‘A’ by NAAC. One of the highlights of this institution is that it has international association with many institutes from the USA, Korea, UK, New Zealand, and more. It provides good placement opportunities for students looking for placements in various domestic and MNCs.

Estimated Course Fees: INR 1.75 L- 8.1 L

Admission Process: Through JEE Mains, SRMJEEE

All the above colleges are some of the best engineering colleges in Tamil Nadu. Students seeking admission to these colleges can check the website for more information at https://www.shiksha.com/engineering/colleges/b-tech-colleges-tamil-nadu