Sona College of Technology admits students to BE/B.Tech and MBA programmes at its autonomous campus in Salem, Tamil Nadu. The college is permanently affiliated with Anna University, Chennai, and its TNEA code is 2618. The total BE/B.Tech fee is INR 4,40,000, while the MBA programme costs INR 1,17,000.

Admission update:

  • BE/B.Tech: Government quota seats are allotted through TNEA 2026, while the college handles management quota admission directly.
  • ME/MBA/MCA: Admission uses TANCET scores and the relevant counselling process. The next TANCET cycle is expected in early 2027.
  • Of the BE/B.Tech seats, 65% come under the government quota through DoTE and TNEA, while 35% are filled directly by Sona College under the management quota.
  • Management quota applicants do not have to take a separate entrance test. Their Class 12 marks determine admission.
  • The TNEA cutoff uses a 200-mark scale based on Class 12 scores. Mathematics contributes 100 marks, and Physics and Chemistry together contribute the remaining 100 marks.
  • Separate hostels are available for boys and girls at an annual fee of INR 64,000 to INR 97,000.

Management quota accounts for 35% of BE/B.Tech seats. Students need at least 50% in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics to apply. Selection does not require an entrance examination. Applicants can contact the admission office through sonatech.ac.in or visit the Salem campus for the direct application process.

Sona College of Technology Admission Portal 2026: sonatech.ac.in

Sona College Admission Important Dates

Event Date
Expected next TANCET cycle early 2027

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Sona College BE and B.Tech Admission 2026

Government quota selection for BE and B.Tech is based on the TNEA rank, while Sona College fills its management quota from Class 12 merit. The college offers 15 BE and B.Tech specialisations, and code 2618 must be used when selecting the institution during TNEA counselling.

Sona College BE and B.Tech Courses and Fees

The branch list covers CSE, ECE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil, IT, AI and Data Science, AI and Machine Learning, Cyber Security, Biomedical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, VLSI Design and Technology, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Science and Business Systems, Computer Science and Design, and Fire Engineering.

Programme Duration Total Fee
BE/B.Tech, all branches 4 years INR 4,40,000

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Sona College BE and B.Tech Eligibility

Regular applicants must complete Class 12 from a recognised board with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. Diploma holders can seek admission through the lateral entry route.

Programme Eligibility Selection Basis
BE/B.Tech Regular Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. General category students need at least 50% in aggregate, while reserved category students need 45% under Tamil Nadu norms. TNEA rank for 65% government quota seats or Class 12 merit for 35% management quota seats
BE/B.Tech Lateral Entry Engineering diploma with a minimum aggregate of 50% DoTE Tamil Nadu TNEA Lateral Entry counselling

TNEA Cutoff and BE Selection Process

TNEA prepares the rank solely from Class 12 marks, without conducting an entrance examination. Mathematics carries 100 marks, while Physics and Chemistry together carry 100 marks, making the total 200 marks. CSE and ECE generally close at higher TNEA cutoffs than Mechanical and Civil, so open category applicants seeking CSE or ECE need competitive Mathematics and PCM scores.

  • Government quota: TNEA counselling fills 65% of seats using the applicant's rank and submitted branch choices. Tamil Nadu reservation rules for OC, BC, BCM, MBC, SC, ST and SCA categories apply. Sona College does not conduct a personal interview, group discussion or separate test for these seats.
  • Management quota: Sona College directly fills 35% of seats according to Class 12 marks. No separate entrance examination is needed, though management quota fees are higher than government quota fees.
  • Lateral entry: Diploma holders enter through the DoTE Tamil Nadu TNEA Lateral Entry process. These seats are limited to 10% of each branch's intake.

How to Apply for BE and B.Tech at Sona College

Government quota applicants can complete the process as follows:

  • Create an account on tneaonline.org and submit the TNEA application within the notified application period.
  • Upload the Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets along with the community certificate for verification.
  • During online choice filling, select Sona College of Technology with code 2618 and add the preferred branch.
  • Confirm the allotted seat online, then report to the college for document checks and fee payment.

Management quota applicants should follow these steps:

  • Obtain the management quota form from sonatech.ac.in or from the Salem campus.
  • Submit the completed form with the Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and the community certificate.
  • Pay the required admission fee within the college deadline to secure the seat.

Students admitted through the government and management quotas use the same campus and laboratory facilities.

Sona College ME, MBA and MCA Admission 2026

Sona College considers TANCET scores for its ME, MBA and MCA admission process. ME applicants may also use a GATE score. Seat allocation takes place through Anna University PG engineering counselling or the applicable Tamil Nadu MBA and MCA counselling process.

Sona College PG Eligibility and Selection

Programme Eligibility Selection Basis
ME, all specialisations BE/B.Tech in the relevant discipline with at least 50% in aggregate TANCET or GATE score through Anna University counselling
MBA Any bachelor's degree with a minimum aggregate of 50% TANCET score through Tamil Nadu MBA/MCA counselling
MCA Any bachelor's degree with Mathematics and at least 50% in aggregate TANCET score through Tamil Nadu MBA/MCA counselling

Sona College PG Courses and Fees

ME options include CSE, Construction Engineering and Management, Engineering Design, Industrial Safety Engineering, Power System Engineering, Structural Engineering and VLSI Design. The college also offers M.Tech in Information Technology.

Programme Duration Total Fee
ME 2 years INR 2,30,000
MBA Full programme INR 1,17,000
MCA Full programme INR 1,17,000

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How to Apply for ME, MBA and MCA at Sona College

  • Register through the Anna University TANCET portal at tancet.annauniv.edu and take the applicable examination.
  • After the result, apply for Anna University PG engineering counselling for ME or Tamil Nadu MBA/MCA counselling for MBA and MCA.
  • Add Sona College of Technology, Salem, with code 2618 to the counselling choice form.
  • Confirm the allotted seat and visit the college to complete document verification and admission.

Sona College of Technology Scholarships

BE and B.Tech students with outstanding GATE or TANCET scores can apply for the Meenakshi Aachi Scholars programme. The college also awards internal merit scholarships to students who hold the top positions in their batch.

Eligible students can apply for Tamil Nadu government support after joining the college. Available schemes include the First Graduate Scholarship and post-matric scholarships for BC, MBC, SC and ST students through the Tamil Nadu scholarship portal. SC and ST students can receive full fee reimbursement under the state scholarship scheme, while students from BC, MBC and DNT communities can receive partial fee assistance. The college accounts team guides students through the application process at the beginning of each academic year.

Sona College of Technology Admission FAQs

Ques. Which code identifies Sona College during TNEA choice filling?

Ans. Applicants should enter 2618 to choose Sona College of Technology, Salem, during TNEA counselling. The TNEA application and choice-filling process takes place through tneaonline.org.

Ques. Do BE applicants have to sit for a separate entrance test?

Ans. No. TNEA calculates the rank from Class 12 scores instead of holding an entrance examination. Mathematics contributes 100 marks, and the combined Physics and Chemistry score contributes another 100 marks. Management quota selection also uses Class 12 merit without a separate test.

Ques. How much does the complete BE or B.Tech programme cost?

Ans. The total four-year fee for all BE and B.Tech branches under the government quota is INR 4,40,000. Management quota fees are higher. Students choosing a hostel must also pay INR 64,000 to INR 97,000 per year. All fees may be revised.

Ques. What proportion of BE seats belongs to each admission quota?

Ans. DoTE Tamil Nadu fills 65% of BE seats through TNEA counselling under the government quota. Sona College directly fills the other 35% from Class 12 merit. Diploma holders may also apply for lateral entry seats.

Ques. Who can seek direct BE admission through the management quota?

Ans. Students with at least 50% in Class 12 Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics can apply directly for management quota admission. This route covers 35% of seats and does not require an entrance test. Applications are available through sonatech.ac.in or the college admission office.

Ques. Which scores does Sona College accept for its ME courses?

Ans. ME selection accepts TANCET or GATE scores through Anna University PG engineering counselling. Applicants need a relevant BE or B.Tech degree with at least 50% in aggregate. The total fee for the two-year programme is INR 2,30,000.

Ques. What is the admission route for the Sona College MBA?

Ans. MBA applicants need a valid TANCET score and a bachelor's degree with a minimum aggregate of 50%. After the TANCET result, they must register for Tamil Nadu MBA/MCA counselling. The complete MBA programme fee is INR 1,17,000.

Ques. Which financial aid schemes can Sona College students use?

Ans. Eligible students can apply for Tamil Nadu post-matric scholarships for BC, MBC, SC, ST and DNT communities. Other options include the First Graduate Scholarship, internal merit awards and the Meenakshi Aachi Scholars programme for students with outstanding GATE or TANCET scores.

Ques. Does Sona College provide accommodation for both male and female students?

Ans. Yes. Separate hostel facilities are available for boys and girls. The annual hostel charge ranges from INR 64,000 to INR 97,000. Students should confirm room availability with the college when completing admission.

Ques. How does Sona College's autonomous status affect students and admission?

Ans. Sona College of Technology is autonomous but remains affiliated with Anna University, Chennai. It prepares its own syllabus and conducts its examinations, while degree certificates are issued under Anna University. Admission still follows TNEA for government quota seats and direct college applications for management quota seats.