TANCET 2024: Rank List (Jul 22), MBA Online Counselling (Aug 5)

Hafsha Qureshi
Hafsha Qureshi

Updated on - Jul 11, 2024

TANCET 2024 counselling registration for MBA and MCA admission has been concluded. As a part of the TANCET counselling 2024 process, Anna University will release the MBA and MCA program rank lists will on Jul 22, 2024. If there are any anomalies, candidates will be able to register a grievance from Jul 23, 2024, to Jul 26, 2024.

Commencing on Aug 5, 2024, all candidates who have their documents validated will be eligible to take part in the MBA choice-filling process. By Aug 8, 2024, candidates can finish the payment and choice filling process.

On Aug 9, 2024, GCT, Coimbatore will make available a provisional allocation for MBA admissions. Up until 5 PM on Aug 10, 2024, the provisional allotment will be confirmed. Then, on Aug 11, 2024, GCT will release a provisional MBA admissions allotment based on TANCET rankings.

TANCET exams are normally low to moderate in terms of difficulty. Candidates who want to get admitted to MCA or MBA programs in Tamil Nadu must take the TANCET exam. TANCET (Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test) is conducted by the Directorate of Technical Education. TANCET is a state-level entrance test conducted to fill PG seats across courses in colleges of Tamil Nadu.

Important: TANCET Pass Mark 2024

TANCET 2024 Counselling

TANCET 2024 counselling registration started on Jun 10, 2024, and ended on Jul 4, 2024. The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) has commenced accepting applications for TANCET counselling for TN MBA admissions 2024. The TANCET 2024 rank list will be released on Jul 22, 2024.

TANCET Counselling 2024 Registration Apply Here

Candidates who will score more than the cut off will be required to apply for the counselling and need to pay INR 300 as the counselling fee through Demand Draft. The candidates will be then sent the call letter mentioning the date and place of TANCET 2024 counselling.

Students will be expected to bring their original documents to the counselling process. After successful TANCET 2024 Counselling, a candidate will be admitted to the college.

Also Check: Top 10 MBA Colleges in Coimbatore under TANCET

TANCET 2024 Counselling Highlights

The counselling summary of TANCET 2024 is tabulated below.

TANCET 2024 Counselling Highlights
Mode of Registration Online
Counselling Fee INR 300 (INR 150 for SC / SCA / ST Candidates belonging to Tamil Nadu)
Mode of Payment Demand Draft
Eligibility for Counselling Qualified TANCET 2024 exam with good rank and score MBA - Candidates must have passed a bachelor’s degree with at least 50 per cent (45 per cent in case of candidates belonging to reserved category) marks in aggregate
Address Government College of Technology (Auditorium), Thadagam Road, Coimbatore-13

Documents Required for TANCET 2024 Counselling

The documents required for TANCET 2024 counselling are listed below.

  • Caste Certificate
  • Address Proof
  • TANCET 2024 scorecard
  • 10th marks sheet
  • 12th marks sheet
  • Graduation marks sheet
  • Transfer Certificate
  • Requisite receipt of fee payment
  • Domicile Certificate
  • Passport Photographs (any other, if any mentioned by the examination authority).

TANCET 2024 Exam Dates

Authorities have announced dates for TANCET 2024 exam. TANCET 2024 exam for MBA and MCA programmes final answer key was out on Mar 22, 2024. TANCET result was declared on Mar 28, 2024. The scorecard of TANCET is made available to download from Apr 3 - May 6, 2024. The complete TANCET exam dates 2024 schedule will be updated once released through official notification.

Following are the tentative dates regarding TANCET 2024 examination.

Scheduled Events Dates
Upcoming Event
TANCET 2024 Rank List Jul 22, 2024
Grievances redressal Jul 23 to 26, 2024

Counselling for Special Reservation categories (Differently Abled )

Jul 29, 2024

Commencement of Counselling (Online)

Aug 5 to 8, 2024, at 5 pm
Aug 9, 2024
Aug 10, 2024, at 5 pm
Aug 11, 2024
Supplementary Counselling (MBA) Aug 13, 2024, (TANCET Mark 100.00 to 50.000)
SCA to SC Counselling (TN MBA MCA) Aug 16, 2024
End of Counselling Aug 16, 2024
Past Events
Online TANCET 2024 Application Form Availability Jan 10, 2024 
TANCET 2024 Last Date to Submit the Application Form Feb 15, 2024
TANCET 2024 Availability of Admit Card through Online Sources Feb 21, 2024 (Out)
TANCET 2024 Exam Date MBA/MCA - Mar 9, 2024 
TANCET Provisional Answer Key Release (MCA/MBA) Mar 13, 2024 (Out)
TANCET Provisional Answer Key Objection Window Mar 17, 2024
TANCET Final Answer Key Release Mar 22, 2024 (Out)
TANCET 2024 Announcement of Result Mar 28, 2024 (Out)
Availability of TANCET Scorecard to Download Apr 3 - May 3, 2024
TANCET 2024 Counselling Registration End Date Jul 4, 2024

It will be conducted offline, in pen and paper mode. TANCET exam is conducted only once a year and consists of 100 questions for MBA/MCA programs and 115 questions for M.Tech, M.E., M.Arch, and M.Plan.

TANCET Bell Timings TANCET MCA Bell Timings TANCET MBA Bell Timings
TANCET 2024 Reporting Time At least 30 Minutes Before Exam Time
TANCET Exam Start Time 10 AM 02:30 PM
Half-Time 11:00 AM 03:30 PM
TANCET Exam End Time 12 Noon 04:30 PM

TANCET 2024 Result

TANCET 2024 result was released on Mar 28, 2024. at tancet.annauniv.edu. TANCET Scorecard 2024 can be downloaded by the candidates from Apr 3 - May 3, 2024. TANCET final answer key was released by the authorities on Mar 22, 2024. 

Authorities will release 3 separate categories of TANCET 2024 Rank Lists, namely.

  • GATE Category
  • TANCET Category
  • Sponsored Category.

How to Download TANCET 2024 Rank List?

As mentioned above, candidates must log in to the counselling portal to check and download the TANCET 2024 rank list. The conducting body released rank lists for the courses offered through the exam. The rank list consists of the community rank as well as the overall rank.

Follow the steps below to download TANCET 2024 rank list.

  • Step 1: Candidates must visit the official website of TANCET at tancet.annauniv.edu.
  • Step 2: On the homepage, click on the 'Login' button on the top-right corner.
  • Step 3: Enter the email address and password, and log in.
  • Step 4: Click on the rank list link and the PDF will open.
  • Step 5: Click on 'Ctrl+F' and enter the name/application number and place it on the PDF file.
  • Step 6: Download and save the TANCET 2024 rank list PDF file for the counselling process.

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About TANCET

TANCET stands for Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test. It is a state-level common entrance exam conducted every year by Anna University, Chennai. It is an exam for Post-Graduate courses in the state university's affiliated colleges in Tamil Nadu. The exam opens new doors of opportunities for candidates aspiring to study: MBA, MCA, ME, M.Tech, M.Plan, and M.Arch in colleges across Tamil Nadu.

TANCET is an intra-state exam conducted every year. The question paper will be in English and Tamil (the regional language). Anna University, Chennai is the conducting body for TANCET exam 2024. It also conducts counselling for the exam and admission to the major colleges in the state. The exam is conducted within the state of Tamil Nadu itself. Students clearing the GATE exam for M.Tech need not additionally take TANCET 2024.

If found that the candidate provides any untrue or misleading information while filling out the application form then, TANCET 2024 Exam Authority reserves all the rights to cancel the admission of the candidate at any level.

About TANCET
Exam Name TANCET
Full Form Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test
Conducting Authority Anna University
Exam Mode Pen and Paper Based (Offline)
Courses Offered MBA, MCA, M.Tech, M.Arch, M.E., M.Plan
Exam Level State Level
Exam Frequency Once a year
Types of Question Multiple Choice Question (MCQ)
Website tancet.annauniv.edu
Helpdesk 044-22358289 / 044-22358314 (10 am to 6 pm)

TANCET 2024 Eligibility

Authorities will frame the eligibility criteria for TANCET 2024. Aspirants must know about their eligibility before registering for the exam. Candidates who are in the final year of their bachelor's degree are also eligible to apply for the exam.

Students who do not belong to Tamil Nadu state can also take the exam. The candidates who have completed their B.Tech/ B.E through distance mode or weekend courses are not eligible for TANCET 2024.

Candidates who have a valid score in GATE are exempted from TANCET exam 2024 as they are directly eligible for counselling. However, candidates with valid scores in engineering science and Life science need to appear for the exam. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria given below are eligible to apply for the TANCET 2024. The eligibility criteria for various courses offered by Anna University are mentioned in the table below:

TANCET 2024 Eligibility
Particulars Description
Age No Upper Age Limit
Education Qualification

MBA: Candidate must have passed a recognized Bachelor's Degree of minimum 3 years of duration with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved category).

MCA: Candidate must have passed a recognized Bachelor's Degree of minimum of 3 years of duration with Mathematics at 10+2 level or Graduate level with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved category).

MCA (Lateral Entry): Candidate must have passed a recognized Bachelor's Degree of minimum the years of duration in BCA, B.Sc (Computer Science/ Information Technology) with Mathematics at 10+2 level or Graduate level with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved category students).

ME/ M.Tech/ M.Arch/ M.Plan: Candidate must have passed a recognized Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field of minimum 3 years duration + minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved category).

Nationality Indian

Read More: TANCET 2024 Eligibility

TANCET 2024 Application Form

TANCET 2024 online registration process commenced on Jan 10, 2024, on the official website by the authorites. The last date to register for the exam was extended to Feb 15, 2024. In addition, candidates could also find the list of application numbers and details for TANCET 2024 on the official website.

The application fee for various courses is discussed below.

TANCET 2024 Application Form
Course General/OBC Category Fee SC/ST Category Fee
MBA INR 600/- INR 300/-
MCA INR 600/- INR 300/-
M.E./M.Tech./M.Arch./M.Plan INR 600/- INR 300/-
MBA and MCA INR 1200/- INR 600/-
MBA and M.E./M.Tech./M.Arch./M.Plan INR 1200/- INR 600/-
MCA and M.E./M.Tech./M.Arch./M.Plan INR 1200/- INR 600/-
MBA, MCA and M.E./M.Tech./M.Arch./M.Plan INR 1200/- INR 900/-

Any changes which the candidate wants to make regarding personal or academic details must be done before submitting the application form. Interested candidates should have completed a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate in their final exams.

Particulars Description
Mode of TANCET 2024 Form Online
Mode of Payment Debit/Credit Card/Net banking

Steps Register for TANCET 2024 Exam

The step-by-step process to complete the TANCET 2024 Application Form is given below.

Step 1: TANCET Registration

  • Candidates need to visit the official website of Anna University TANCET 2024, i.e. annauniv.edu, and click on the online registration link.
  • A new page will be opened where candidates need to enter their name (as in the SSLC mark sheet), email ID, and mobile number and create a new password. Click on "Register"

Step 2: Login and Fill in Details

  • A secret key is sent to the mobile number of the candidate. Candidates need to log in with their given credentials (Email ID and password) and the secret key.
  • After logging in, candidates need to first enter their personal details such as gender, nationality, community, date of birth, address, nativity and pin code. After entering, click on the Next button.
  • In the next section, enter all your academic details which include SSLC and HSC registration number, year of passing, qualifying degree and specialization.
  • After entering the academic details, candidates need to choose the exam centre and choice of examination among MBA, MCA, M.Tech, and M.Arch programmes under TANCET 2024 exam. Click on "Save and Continue".

Step 3: Document Upload

  • In this step, candidates need to upload their passport-size coloured photographs. Check the preview before going to the next page of fee payment. After review, click on the upload button.
  • Candidates from the reserved category should also upload the caste certificate before the payment for TANCET 2024.

Step 4: Fee Payment

  • The last step is the application form fee payment. Candidates can pay the fee through debit card/credit card/net banking. Make sure you make the payment before the deadline. After successful payment of fees, the candidate must take the printout of the duly filled application form for future reference.

TANCET 2024 Admit Card

TANCET admit card 2024 has been made available on Feb 21, 2024. TANCET 2024 admit card will be issued to applicants who completed the TANCET 2024 application form. Candidates will be able to download the TANCET admit card 2024 from the tancet.annauniv.edu website.

It is a must for candidates writing TANCET 2024, to possess the admit card. TANCET 2024 Hall Ticket will be available online only for a short period, hence candidates have to download it before the exam authorities remove it.

  • TANCET Admit Card Importance: Candidates are expected to carry their TANCET 2024 Hall Ticket to the exam hall, as it is compulsory. Without the hall ticket, the examiner will not allow the candidate inside. Further, aspirants must carry an identity certificate with them for proof. These two documents are indispensable and a candidate must possess them.
  • TANCET Admit Card Corrections: If the candidate finds any errors on the admit card like name, signature, or any details, the candidate must visit Anna University in person and get the errors corrected. The Anna University address is Center for Entrance Examinations, Anna University, Chennai- 25.
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How to Download TANCET 2024 Admit Card?

Follow these steps to download TANCET 2024 admit card:

  • Step 1: Candidates must Visit the official website of TANCET at tancet.annauniv.edu.
  • Step 2: They must enter the login credentials (email id and password).
  • Step 3: Applicants must click on the Login tab.
  • Step 4: They must click on ‘Hall Ticket’.
  • Step 5: Students must download TANCET 2024 Admit Card.
  • Step 6: Applicants must take a printout of the same for future reference.

Read More: TANCET Admit Card 2024

TANCET 2024 Exam Centres

While applying for TANCET 2024 exam there will be an option where you can choose the exam centre you prefer based on factors like feasibility, time, and distance. TANCET 2024 will be conducted in around 15 exam centres in Tamil Nadu. Candidates could select the exam centre based on their preferences as listed below.

TANCET 2024 Exam Centres
TANCET Exam Centres
Chennai Coimbatore Chidambaram
Dindigul Erode Karaikudi
Madurai Nagercoil Salem
Thanjavur Tirunelveli Tiruchirapalli
Vellore Villupuram Virudhunagar

However, authorities have complete power to change a particular test taker's exam centre depending on the number of seats. Although candidates could prefer their TANCET 2024 exam centre, once they locked a centre then it cannot be altered. The candidate must be present at the exam centre before the reporting time.

Read More: TANCET Exam Centres

TANCET 2024 Exam Pattern

Learning about the TANCET 2024 exam pattern is the first step in preparation. Authorities will design the exam pattern of the TANCET 2024 exam, which is discussed in this section below.

TANCET 2024 Exam Pattern
Particulars Details
Exam Mode Offline (Pen and Paper Based Test)
Type of Questions Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
Languages English and Tamil
Duration 2 hours
Marking Scheme +1 Mark for Correct Answers
-1/3 Mark for Wrong Answers
Total Marks 100

TANCET 2024 MBA Section Wise Distribution

The subject-wise exam pattern of TANCET 2024 MBA is given below. There were 5 sections comprising 20 questions each.

TANCET 2024 MBA Section Wise Distribution
Sections Number of Questions
Quantitative Aptitude 20
Reading Comprehension 20
General English 20
Data Sufficiency 20
Business Analysis 20
Total Marks 100

TANCET 2024 MCA Section Wise Distribution

The subject-wise exam pattern of the TANCET 2024 MCA Exam is given below. There were 4 sections comprising 25 questions each.

TANCET 2024 MCA Section Wise Distribution
Sections Number of Questions
Computer Awareness 25
Quantitative Ability 25
Analytical Reasoning 25
Logical Reasoning 25
Total Marks 100

TANCET 2024 M.Tech/M.E/M.Arch. Section Wise Distribution

The subject-wise exam pattern of TANCET 2024 M.Tech/M.E/M.Arch. exams are given below. There will be 3 sections which the first 2 parts comprise of 20 questions each and Part 3 comprises 60 questions. Part 3 will be chosen by the candidate according to the course he/she wants to pursue.

TANCET 2024 M.Tech/M.E/M.Arch. Section Wise Distribution
Sections Number of Questions
Engineering Mathematics 20
Basic Engineering and Sciences 20
Part 3 (as per specialization) 60
Total Marks 100

Read More: TANCET 2024 Exam Pattern

TANCET 2024 Syllabus

Candidates applying for TANCET should be familiar with the syllabus of the exam. TANCET 2024 syllabus includes five sections i.e., Reading Comprehension and Verbal Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, Data Sufficiency, General English, and Business Analysis.

The reading comprehension and general English sections are at a moderate level in terms of difficulty, but the remaining sections need more focus as they require lots of skills for the candidate to crack such parts.

TANCET Syllabus MBA

TANCET 2024 syllabus for MBA will be framed with topics from Business Problems, Passage Comprehension, Mathematical Problems, Data Sufficiency, and English. Thus, a student with a firm base in solving puzzles would do well in the Business Problems section and Data Sufficiency.

For the Mathematics section, a student must build his or her foundation from basic concepts. The detailed syllabus of the TANCET 2024 MBA Exam is discussed below in the table.

Reading Comprehension & Verbal Ability

Reading Comprehension, Synonyms, Antonyms, Fill in the blanks, Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentence Corrections, Idioms, Cloze Test, Word Substitution.

Quantitative Aptitude

Number System, HCF LCM, Percentages, Ratios, Averages, Simple & Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Time Speed & Distance, Time & Work, Mixtures & Allegations, Quadratic Equations, Linear Equations, Logarithms, Series and Progressions, Binomial Theorem, Surds & Indices, Functions, Inequalities, Modulus, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Co-ordinate Geometry, Permutation & Combination, Probability, Set Theory.

Data Sufficiency

The Data Sufficiency section does not have a set syllabus. The questions will mainly be based on Number Systems, Arithmetic Topics, and Algebra. Questions on topics of Data Interpretation like Pie Charts, Line Graphs, Bar Graphs, and Tables can also be expected.

Business Analysis

This section of TANCET 2024 Topics does not have any predefined syllabus. Candidates will be given business situations in paragraph form, which will be followed by some questions.

TANCET Syllabus MCA

As a majority of the candidates aspiring to do MCA ideally have qualifications in Computer Science, scoring in the computer awareness section will be a cakewalk. But aspirants need to focus on other sections as well. TANCET 2024 MCA syllabus comprises the topics mentioned below.

Quantitative Ability

The syllabus for this section is the same as the TANCET 2024 MBA Exam. Therefore, the topics to be studied are - Number Systems, HCF LCM, Percentages, Ratios, Averages, Simple & Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Time Speed & Distance, Time & Work, Mixtures & Allegations, Quadratic Equations, Linear Equations, Logarithms, Series and Progressions, Binomial Theorem, Surds & Indices, Functions, Inequalities, Modulus, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Co-ordinate Geometry, Permutation & Combination, Probability, Set Theory.

Analytical Reasoning & Logical Reasoning

Linear and Circular Arrangements, Selections, Coding & Decoding, Direction Sense, Blood Relations, Series, Analogies, Decision Making, Binary Logic, Syllogisms, and Puzzles.

Computer Awareness

Computer Hardware, Controls, Basic Terminology, Internet & Protocols, Network Basics, Computer Abbreviations, Security Tools, Shortcuts, History of Computer, Memory, Computer Organization, Input-Output tools, Computer Architecture, Languages, and Algorithms.

TANCET Syllabus ME/ M.Tech/ M.Arch/ M.Plan

TANCET 2024 Syllabus for ME/ M.Tech/ M.Arch/ M.Plan contains topics from Mathematics, Science, and topics from the course chosen. We find that for these streams, TANCET 2024 Syllabus is common and hence requires the same kind of preparation. As the subjects are Science and Mathematics, one should lay a strong base and build on it. Candidates can check the detailed list of the syllabus as mentioned below.

Part 1 - Engineering Mathematics

  • Determinants and Matrices
  • Calculus and Differential Equations
  • Vector Calculus
  • Functions of Complex Variables and Complex Integration
  • Transforms
  • Numerical Methods
  • Applied Probability

Part 2 - Basic Engineering and Sciences

  • Applied Mechanics
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Physics
  • Material Science
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Computers
  • Chemistry

Part 3 - Group A

  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Science and Information Technology.
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • Electronics and Communication Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

Part 3 - Group B

  • Automobile Engineering
  • Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
  • Architecture
  • Agricultural and Irrigation Engineering
  • Biotechnology
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Earth Sciences
  • Geo – Informatics
  • Instrumentation, Electronics and Control Engineering.
  • Leather Technology
  • Mathematics
  • Material Science and Ceramic Technology

Courses Offered After TANCET

TANCET 2024 is the gateway to various postgraduate courses such as MBA, M.Tech, MCA, and the like. A prospective candidate can look into the following table and get to know the courses offered after clearing TANCET 2024 Exam.

Read More: TANCET Syllabus 2024

TANCET 2024 Reference Books

Like armor is for a soldier, books are for a TANCET aspirant. Preparation with the right study material will aid the student to score high. Before going through the reference books, students are suggested to have a look at TANCET 2024 Syllabus as well.

The list of books for each course is mentioned below.

TANCET 2024 Reference Books for MCA

  • TANCET MCA (Upaveda Learning Solutions) by V V K Subburaj
  • Master Guide by R Gupta/Amit M Agarwal
  • TANCET Anna University, Superior Guide MCA by Sakthi

TANCET 2024 Reference Books for MBA

  • TANCET MBA by V V K Subburaj
  • Reasoning Test (Verbal & Non-Verbal)
  • TANCET Data Interpretation Analysis by Ashok Gupta
  • TANCET Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams by R S Agarwal

TANCET 2024 Reference Books for M.Tech/M.Arch/M.Plan

  • TANCET M.Tech/ME Exam Book by C.S Hariram Kumar, Janani, P Vigneshwari
  • TANCET ME/M.Tech/M.Plan/M.Arch (Anna University) by Suda
  • TANCET-Mechanical Engineering by Suda
  • TANCET for ME, M.Tech, M.Arch, M.Plan by Bakshi

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TANCET 2024 Preparation Tips

Clearing TANCET isn't difficult when the candidates are well-prepared. Given below are a few tips which will help you crack TANCET 2024 Exam with ease.

How to Prepare for TANCET?

There are some guidelines for the candidates to follow, for preparing for TANCET 2024.

  • Candidates should prepare for TANCET 2024 approximately two months before the exam. They should start with the syllabus common for the exam. Prepare a chart.
  • Candidates must remember that it is necessary to prepare a plan because they are preparing for the exams at home. Some distractions may occur, diverting them from their purpose. But they should follow the study plan properly.
  • Study 8-10 hours per day.
  • Attempt mock tests. It will give an idea to manage time efficiently.
  • Solve TANCET previous year's question papers.
  • Make short notes on the important topics and do a quick revision.

Apart from all these, candidates can also refer to the below-stated points for TANCET Preparation.

Keep Practising

There is no substitute for practice when it comes to exam preparation. Make sure you solve enough previous year question papers and take up TANCET 2024 Mock Tests before the exam. Get the best study materials and books which can help you crack the exam.

Time Management

The easiest and most effective way to master time management is by practising the previous year's TANCET Question Papers and analyzing how much time should be given to each section. Start with reading the question paper carefully. And then answer all those questions which are less time-consuming and are easy to solve. Try to solve tough ones later, as you would have enough time to answer them.

Negative Marks for Wrong Answers

For each wrong answer, you will lose a 1/3 mark. So do not attempt a question until you are sure of the answer. Besides, you would be awarded 4 marks for each correct answer in TANCET 2024 Exam. So be careful while answering any question.

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TANCET Exam Day Guidelines

Some guidelines to be followed on the exam day are listed below:

  • Candidates must reach the exam centre at least an hour before the exam for the verification process.
  • Do not carry any electronic items such as mobile phones, calculators, or pagers inside the exam centre.
  • Candidates should carry TANCET 2024 Admit Card, along with photo-identity proof to the exam centre.
  • Do not reach the exam centre late or you will not be allowed to appear in the exam.

TANCET General Instructions

Make sure that you follow the general instructions given below.

  • Candidates admitted through Lateral Entry in degree courses are not eligible except for aspirants from B.E./B.Tech. and MCA degree courses.
  • Candidates with B.E./B.Tech. degrees obtained through Distance / Weekend mode are not eligible.
  • Candidates with a degree obtained without studying Class 10th, 12th, or 3 years degree programs are not eligible.
  • Other State Candidates can also appear for the entrance test, but the eligibility conditions will be framed by the admitting authority / University.
  • A candidate registering for more than one program has to pay INR 500/- (INR 250/- for SC/SCA/ST candidates belonging to Tamilnadu) for each additional program online only.
  • All the candidates should download TANCET 2024 Hall Tickets from the Anna University website.
  • Marks will not be deducted for the questions left unanswered.
  • Candidates have to appear for the entrance test at the allotted centres at their own cost and risk.
  • Every effort will be taken to comply with the candidate’s choice for TANCET 2024 entrance test centre. However, another centre might be allotted to a few candidates if the exam centre cannot hold those numbers of candidates. In any case, a centre once allotted cannot be changed for any reason.
  • The Question Book in each subject may have different versions. Each question book will have a unique serial number. The candidate must write and shade the question book serial number on the Answer Sheet in the appropriate boxes.
  • This is very important, as the evaluation of TANCET 2024 will be based on what the candidates specified on the answer sheet. Any mistake committed in this regard may result in the answer sheet being rejected and the authorities will not be responsible.

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TANCET 2024 Paper Analysis

Anna University conducted the TANCET 2024 exam on Mar 9, 2024. TANCET MBA and MCA admission exams will be conducted in two shifts. The MCA exam was held from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. TANCET MBA test will be place from 2:30 to 4:30 PM. TANCET exams are normally low to moderate in terms of difficulty.  

TANCET 2024 exam analysis will familiarise candidates with the kind of questions asked as well as the exam's difficulty level. Candidates can gain a sense of the difficulty level of the entrance exam by looking at the TANCET 2024 exam analysis. TANCET is a pen and paper-based exam.

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TANCET 2024 Answer Key

TANCET 2024 final answer key was released on Mar 22, 2024. Candidates must use their login credentials to download the TANCET final answer key. Furthermore, students were allowed to object the provisional answer key till Mar 17, 2024.

The provisional answer key was released by the authorities on the website on Mar 13, 2024. Candidates can check and download the answer keys using the login credentials, such as the email address and password. They can calculate their estimated marks for the exam using the answer keys.

Steps to Download TANCET 2024 Answer Key

Following are the steps to check and download TANCET 2024 answer key.

  • Step 1: Candidates must visit the official website of TANCET 2024 at tancet.annauniv.edu.
  • Step 2: Click on the 'Answer Keys 2024' tab on the homepage.
  • Step 3: Enter the login credentials, email address, password, and captcha code to log in.
  • Step 4: Check and download the answer keys after logging in.

TANCET 2024 Cut Off Marks

Anna University, the examination authority, will release the cut off marks on the official website different for each category and each program. TANCET 2024 Cut Off will be based on the factors such as the difficulty level of the exam, the number of seats available, and the number of candidates writing the test. The candidates who will score more than the cut off will be eligible for TANCET 2024 Counselling.

TANCET 2024 MBA Cut Off

TANCET 2024 Expected Cut off (Category Wise) is mentioned in the following table.

TANCET 2024 MBA Cut Off
Category Cut off for TANCET MBA
General 37.5
Other Backward Classes (OBC) 35.25
Scheduled Caste (SC) 25.5
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 22.5

TANCET 2024 Score vs Rank

The below table shows TANCET 2024 Score vs Rank.

TANCET 2024 Score vs Rank
Obtained Mark TANCET Rank List
23-22 2501-3000
25-23 2001-2500
27-25 1501-2000
30-27 1001-1500
33-30 501-1000
42-34 101-500
46-43 61-100
51-47 31-60
54-52 11-30
70-55 1-10

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TANCET Contact Details

In case of any queries regarding TANCET 2024 Exam, candidates can contact the below-mentioned details.

Correspondence Address:
The Secretary,
Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test (TANCET) Centre for Entrance Examinations
Anna University, Chennai-600 025.

Helpline Number: 044-22358314

Website: annauniv.edu

FAQs on TANCET

Q: When will TANCET 2024 exam be held?

A: TANCET 2024 exam for MBA/MCA was conducted on Mar 9, 2024. The exam date has been scheduled by the conducting authority.

Q: When will the TANCET 2024 counselling registration?

A: TANCET 2024 counselling registration along with the document verification process was facilitated from Jun 9, 2024. Last date for TANCET certificate verification was Jul 4, 2024.

Q: When will TANCET 2024 MBA counselling start?

A: All candidates who get their documents verified will be able to participate in the MBA choice filling process from Aug 5, 2024. Candidates will be able to complete the payment and choice filling by Aug 8, 2024.

Q: For how long will the TANCET 2024 score valid?

A: TANCET 2024 scores are valid until a year after the candidate has written the exam. If the candidate has appeared for the TANCET exam this year then you can appear only for that year's counseling process and for next year you have to write the exam again to get admission.

Q: Is it mandatory for candidates to apply for TANCET 2024 through GATE score?

A: Candidates can apply through the GATE score only if they want to be admission to M.E./M.Tech/ M.Arch. / M.Plan program. However, it is not necessary to have a GATE score. They can apply through TANCET as well.

Q: Is there negative marking in TANCET 2024 exam?

A: Yes, there is negative marking in TANCET 2024 exam in which 1/3 rd mark will be deducted for every wrong answer. If the candidate answers or bubbles more than one option then the same will be considered as the wrong answer. There is no negative marking for the questions which are not answered.

Q: Is the TANCET exam very difficult?

A: No, compared to all other management entrance exams like CAT, XAT, SNAP, GMAT; TANCET is very easy.

Q: Is TANCET compulsory for MBA?

A: A good score in TANCET would ensure you a seat in a few well-renowned colleges affiliated to Anna University which offers admission to MBA and MCA and PG courses. TANCET score is valid only in Tamilnadu. If you want to get admission to one of the colleges in Tamilnadu, then the TANCET score is compulsory for a regular course but if you are going to do a correspondence course, then there is no need to write the TANCET exam.

Q: When will the TANCET 2024 result be released?

A: TANCET 2024 result was released on Mar 28, 2024, on the official website.

Q: How many colleges accept TANCET scores?

A: Almost 450 colleges in Tamil Nadu accept the TANCET scores while offering admissions to the candidates.

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