PSNA College of Engineering and Technology (PSNACET) is a private autonomous engineering college in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, established in 1984. The college is affiliated with Anna University, Chennai, and has AICTE approval. It holds a NAAC A++ grade with a CGPA of 3.65, while seven undergraduate engineering programmes have NBA accreditation.

PSNACET was placed in the 201-300 band in the NIRF Engineering 2025 ranking. Its undergraduate and postgraduate courses cover engineering, technology, management, and computer applications, with CSE and ECE among its main disciplines.

The college operates from a 118.52-acre campus in Dindigul. Its location in central southern Tamil Nadu attracts students from different parts of the region.

  • B.E.: Students can choose from 8 specialisations, namely CSE, ECE, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics, Biomedical, Cyber Security, and VLSI Design and Technology.
  • B.Tech: The 3 available specialisations are IT, Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, and Computer Science and Business Systems.
  • M.E.: The postgraduate engineering options include Power Electronics and Drives, Applied Electronics, Computer Science and Engineering, and Civil.
  • MBA: The programme has 4 specialisations in Finance, Human Resource Management, Marketing, and IT.
  • MCA: This is a 3-year Computer Applications programme.

Total B.E. and B.Tech fees for four years range from INR 5.68 Lakhs to INR 7.68 Lakhs. The complete M.E. fee is INR 1.4 Lakhs, while MBA and MCA each cost INR 1.17 Lakhs.

During the 2024 placement season, 104 companies made 1,009 offers. The highest package reached INR 44 LPA, and the average package was INR 4.4 LPA.

PSNA Courses and Fees

PSNACET provides undergraduate and postgraduate education in engineering, technology, management, and computer applications. Its B.E. and B.Tech courses together offer eleven specialisations across several technical fields.

CourseDurationEligibilityFee
B.E. (CSE / ECE / Mechanical / Civil / EEE / Biomedical)4 years10+2 PCM / PCB with TNEA rankINR 7.68 Lakhs
B.E. (Cyber Security)4 years10+2 PCM with TNEA rankINR 5.68 Lakhs
B.Tech (IT / AI and Data Science / CS and Business Systems)4 years10+2 PCM with TNEA rankINR 7.68 Lakhs
M.E.2 yearsB.E./B.Tech with TANCET / GATEINR 1.4 Lakhs
MBA2 yearsAny degree with TANCETINR 1.17 Lakhs
MCA3 yearsB.Sc / BCA with TANCETINR 1.17 Lakhs

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Cyber Security, and Computer Science and Business Systems are the college's emerging-technology specialisations, introduced in response to industry demand. Students interested in core engineering can also study Civil, Mechanical, or Biomedical Engineering.

PSNA Admission Process

Admissions to PSNACET are handled through centralised procedures. Undergraduate courses do not offer direct walk-in or management-quota entry. For postgraduate courses, a small management-quota component is available as allowed under AICTE rules.

ProgrammeExam AcceptedConducting Body
B.E. / B.TechTNEA based on Class 12 meritTNDALU / Anna University
M.E. / M.TechTANCET / GATEAnna University / IITs
MBATANCET / TAICETAnna University
MCATANCETAnna University

B.E. and B.Tech Admission

TNEA is the only route for regular undergraduate engineering admission. Applicants are ranked using their Class 12 scores in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, so they do not take a separate TNEA written examination.

  • Eligibility: Applicants need 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and at least 45% aggregate. The minimum is 40% for BC, MBC, and other reserved categories covered by Tamil Nadu rules.
  • Admission route: Seats are awarded through a merit-based TNEA rank without a written entrance test.
  • Counselling rounds: TNEA completes central seat allocation in several rounds. Applicants must register through tneaonline.org.
  • Reservation: Tamil Nadu state-quota rules apply, including 30% for BC, 20% for MBC and DNC, 18% for SC, and 1% for ST, among other applicable categories.

The TNEA code for PSNACET is 5910. If a student is not allotted a place during the regular rounds, the college may be approached for Special Reservation or Spot Admission rounds held at the end of the TNEA process.

M.E. Admission

For M.E. entry, applicants must complete a relevant B.E. or B.Tech degree and obtain a valid TANCET or GATE score. Anna University PG counselling is used for seat allocation. Under AICTE norms, GATE-qualified students can receive fee concessions.

MBA Admission

Any graduate may apply for the MBA through the TANCET score administered by Anna University. PSNACET offers MBA specialisations in Finance, Human Resource Management, Marketing, and IT.

MCA Admission

MCA selection is based on TANCET. Applicants must have a B.Sc, BCA, or equivalent qualification and must have studied Mathematics as a core undergraduate subject. This Anna University-affiliated programme lasts 3 years.

PSNA Placements

PSNACET received 1,009 job offers from 104 recruiters in the 2024 placement season. The year's highest salary package was INR 44 LPA, compared with an average of INR 4.4 LPA.

Placement Metric2024 Season
Total Offers1,009
Companies Visited104
Highest PackageINR 44 LPA
Average PackageINR 4.4 LPA

ZOHO, TCS, Infosys, Accenture, Hexaware, and Mindtree are among the main IT recruiters. In recent placement seasons, Turing and LIT Mindtree have provided some of the higher salary offers. Manufacturing, electronics, and civil-sector companies also recruit students from Mechanical, EEE, and Civil Engineering. Product-company roles secured by high-performing CSE and IT students accounted for the INR 44 LPA top package.

PSNA Rankings

PSNACET participates in the Engineering category of the NIRF rankings. It remained in the 201-300 band in both 2025 and 2024.

Ranking BodyCategory2025 Rank2024 Rank
NIRFEngineering201-300 band201-300 band

This ranking band places PSNACET among India's mid-tier autonomous private engineering colleges. In addition to its NIRF position, the institution has a NAAC A++ grade and NBA accreditation for seven programmes, reflecting its internal academic quality standards.

PSNA Scholarships

Eligible PSNACET students can seek support through government and college scholarship programmes. Post-Matric Scholarship schemes are available to qualifying students from SC, ST, and OBC backgrounds.

ScholarshipEligibilityCoverage
Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)SC/ST students enrolled in UG or PG courses with annual family income below INR 2.5 LakhsTuition fee and maintenance allowance
Merit-cum-Means (MCM) ScholarshipAt least 60% marks and annual family income below INR 4.5 LakhsPart of the tuition fee
AICTE Saksham ScholarshipStudents enrolled in AICTE-approved programmes who have a benchmark disability of 40% or moreINR 50,000 per annum
Department of Higher Education ScholarshipTamil Nadu residents who meet merit and financial-need conditionsAccording to state government rules
Bright Student AwardPSNACET's institutional award for students with high academic achievementAccording to college policy

Applications for central government schemes can be submitted through the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in. Students seeking Tamil Nadu government support should use the Tamil Nadu e-District scholarship portal. Applications are generally made at the beginning of each academic year.

PSNA Campus and Infrastructure

PSNACET occupies a 118.52-acre campus in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu. Its facilities include academic buildings, separate laboratory wings, a central library, administrative offices, and a sports complex.

Boys, girls, and international students have separate hostels. WiFi is available across the campus, which also contains a gym, medical centre, canteen, recreation spaces, and sports facilities. The laboratories follow Anna University curriculum needs, with additional specialised facilities serving NBA-accredited departments such as CSE, ECE, Mechanical, and EEE.

The college is 100 kilometres from Madurai and 425 kilometres from Chennai. Dindigul provides a lower-cost living setting than metropolitan campuses, while NH 44 supports road connectivity.

PSNA vs TCE vs Mepco Schlenk

Students considering PSNACET through the TNEA rank list often compare it with Thiagarajar College of Engineering in Madurai and Mepco Schlenk Engineering College in Sivakasi. All three are autonomous private engineering colleges in southern Tamil Nadu and have comparable TNEA rank ranges.

ParameterPSNA DindigulTCE MaduraiMepco Schlenk Sivakasi
LocationDindigul, Tamil NaduMadurai, Tamil NaduSivakasi, Tamil Nadu
AffiliationAnna University ChennaiAnna University ChennaiAnna University Chennai
NAAC GradeA++ (CGPA 3.65)A (CGPA 3.39)A+ (CGPA 3.52)
NBA Accreditation7 programmesMultiple programmesMultiple programmes
B.E./B.Tech Fees (Total)INR 5.68 to 7.68 LakhsComparable under Tamil Nadu fee regulationComparable under Tamil Nadu fee regulation
2024 Highest PackageINR 44 LPAComparable rangeComparable range

Among these institutions, PSNACET has the highest NAAC grade, indicating strong processes in academics and research. TCE is the oldest of the three and benefits from Madurai's larger urban setting and wider industry connections. Mepco Schlenk is a mid-tier choice serving the Virudhunagar region. Since their TNEA rank ranges for CSE and ECE are similar, students often decide according to preferred location and available branch.

PSNA FAQs

Ques. What closing rank is usually needed for CSE at PSNACET through TNEA?

Ans. CSE and related B.Tech courses are popular choices at PSNACET. In recent admission cycles, their general-category closing ranks have usually fallen between 10,000 and 40,000. The exact figure changes with the number of applicants and the yearly rank distribution. Candidates should use the official TNEA rank card for confirmed cutoff information.

Ques. Does PSNA College of Engineering and Technology have autonomous status?

Ans. Yes. PSNACET is autonomous but remains affiliated with Anna University, Chennai. It prepares its syllabus and holds internal examinations, while students receive degrees from Anna University. The institution has a NAAC A++ grade, and seven undergraduate programmes hold NBA accreditation.

Ques. How much does a four-year B.Tech or B.E. course at PSNACET cost?

Ans. Depending on the specialisation, the full B.E. or B.Tech fee ranges from INR 5.68 Lakhs to INR 7.68 Lakhs. Cyber Security costs INR 5.68 Lakhs. Most other branches, including CSE, ECE, Mechanical, and IT, have a total fee of INR 7.68 Lakhs.

Ques. What were the main placement figures reported by PSNACET in 2024?

Ans. In 2024, 104 companies made 1,009 placement offers at the college. The average package stood at INR 4.4 LPA, while the highest reached INR 44 LPA. Recruiters included ZOHO, TCS, Infosys, Accenture, Hexaware, Turing, and Mindtree.

Ques. Are on-campus hostels available at PSNACET?

Ans. Yes. The college has separate accommodation for boys, girls, and international students within its 118.52-acre campus in Dindigul. Other campus amenities include a medical centre, canteen, gym, and sports complex.

Ques. Where did PSNACET appear in the latest NIRF Engineering rankings?

Ans. PSNACET was listed in the 201-300 band for NIRF Engineering in both 2025 and 2024, placing it among India's top 300 engineering institutions. It also has a NAAC A++ grade with a CGPA of 3.65.