
The TANCET 2025 exam is scheduled for March 22, 2025. The exam will be conducted in two shifts: Shift 1 for TANCET MCA exam from 10 AM to 12 PM and Shift 2 for TANCET MBA exam from 2:30PM to 4:30PM.
The overall TANCET 2025 exam is expected to be of moderate to tough difficulty level. According to previous year trends, for TANCET MBA Quantitative Aptitude and Data Sufficiency Reasoning are expected to be moderate to difficult with 12 - 15 questions asked from these subjects whereas for TANCET MCA Logical Reasoning and Computer Awareness are expected to be tough with 17 - 21 questions asked from these subjects.
The expected cutoff for TANCET MBA 2025: General (38 - 50), OBC (33 - 35), SC (20 - 35) and ST (19 - 36) and the expected cutoff for TANCET MCA 2025: General (40 - 70), OBC (35 - 65), SC (25 - 60) and ST (22 - 55). To secure admission to colleges like Anna University and PSG, the candidate needs a 99+ percentile and a score of 75 - 100.
The TANCET 2025 question paper along with the solution PDF will be available here once the exam is concluded successfully TANCET 2025 Question Paper.
TANCET 2025 is yet to be conducted but according to previous year trends, TANCET 2025 MBA exam will be slightly tougher than the TANCET 2025 MCA exam. The important subjects with an increase in difficulty are Qualitative Aptitude and Data Suffieciency Reasoning for MBA.
Some subjects from TANCET MCA has an increased difficulty level, these subjects are Logical Reasoning and Computer Awareness.
| Section | Number of Questions | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude | 15 - 16 | Moderate to Difficult |
| Reading Comprehension | 13 - 15 | Moderate |
| Business Situation Analysis | 12 - 14 | Easy to Moderate |
| General English | 12 - 14 | Easy to Moderate |
| Data Sufficiency and Reasoning | 15 - 16 | Moderate to difficult |
| Section | Number of Questions | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude | 15 - 17 | Moderate to Tough |
| Analytical Reasoning | 15 - 21 | Easy to Moderate |
| Logical Reasoning | 17 - 18 | Moderate |
| Computer Awareness | 19 - 21 | Easy to Moderate |
TANCET 2025 will be an offline pen and paper-based exam. The candidates have 2 hours to answer 100 questions, each correct answer is awarded +1, and -⅓ is given to every incorrect answer. The TANCET 2025 exam has a total of 100 marks.
The detailed TANCET 2025 exam pattern is tabulated below:
| Feature | MBA | MCA |
|---|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Offline (Pen & Paper) | Offline (Pen & Paper) |
| Duration | 2 Hours | 2 Hours |
| Total Questions | 100 questions | 100 questions |
| Sections | 5 | 4 |
| Marking Scheme | +1 for correct -1/3 for wrong | +1 for correct -1/3 for wrong |
| Total Marks | 100 marks | 100 marks |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice (MCQs) | Multiple Choice (MCQs) |
The TANCET 2025 question and Solution PDF along with the paper analysis will be released once the exam is concluded successfully on March 22, 2025. The TANCET previous year paper analysis is available for the candidates to have an idea of the overall difficulty level of the exam.
| Section | MBA Difficulty | MBA No. of Questions | MCA Difficulty | MCA No. of questions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude | Moderate | 12-15 | Moderate-Tough | 15-17 |
| Reading Comprehension | Moderate | 13-15 | - | - |
| Business Situation Analysis | Easy-Moderate | 15-17 | - | - |
| General English | Easy-Moderate | 15-16 | - | - |
| Data Sufficiency & Reasoning | Moderate-Difficult | 12-14 | - | - |
| Analytical Reasoning | - | - | Easy-Moderate | 19-21 |
| Logical Reasoning | - | - | Moderate | 17-18 |
| Computer Awareness | - | - | Easy-Moderate | 19-21 |
| Section | MBA Difficulty | MBA No. of questions | MCA Difficulty | MCA No. of questions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Situation Analysis | Difficult | 9-11 | - | - |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Difficult | 11-13 | Moderate | 18-20 |
| Data Sufficiency & Reasoning | Moderate-Difficult | 8-10 | - | - |
| Reading Comprehension | Moderate-Difficult | 10-12 | - | - |
| General English | Easy | 16-18 | - | - |
| Analytical Reasoning | - | - | Easy-Moderate | 20-22 |
| Logical Reasoning | - | - | Moderate | 17-19 |
| Computer Awareness | - | - | Easy-Moderate | 18-19 |
The scores obtained by the candidates in TANCET 2025 is directly related to the percentile they achieve to secure an admission in the institute and courses of their choice.
Anna University has not specified any minimum score for MBA in TANCET, but in order to secure admissions in top universities, the candidates need to score a 99+ percentile. Candidates must obtain a score more than 38 to secure admission in any of the participating institutes.
High Scoring: Candidates scoring in the 75 - 100 score range with 99+ percentile are included in the top tier. These candidates can aim for institutes such as Anna University and PSG Tech.
Average Scoring: Candidates scoring in the range of 50 - 64 and obtaining a 97 - 98 percentile. They can aim for colleges such as SSN College of Engineering and University of Madras.
Low Scoring: Scores in the range of 40 - 49 are considered as low scores. Candidates achieving a 61 - 80 percentile can aim for Kumaraguru College of Technology and Coimbatore Thiagarajar School of Management, Madurai.
| Raw Score | MBA Percentile | MCA Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| 75 – 100 | 99+ | 99+ |
| 65 – 74 | 98 – 99 | 98 – 99 |
| 55 – 64 | 96 – 97 | 96 – 97 |
| 45 – 54 | 81 – 95 | 81 – 95 |
| 35 – 44 | 61 – 80 | 61 – 80 |
| 25 – 34 | 40 – 60 | 40 – 60 |
| Below 25 | Below 40 | Below 40 |
No, 45 is not considered as a good score in TANCET 2025. 45 is considered as an average score.
| Score Range | Remarks | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 75 – 100 | Excellent Score | Top Colleges (Anna Univ, PSG, SSN) |
| 65 – 74 | Very Good | Highly Competitive Colleges |
| 55 – 64 | Good | Decent Colleges, Some Top Colleges |
| 45 – 54 | Average | Mid-Tier Colleges |
| 35 – 44 | Below Average | Limited Options |
| Below 35 | Low | Need Improvement / Retake |
70 percentile is considered good in TANCET 2025, Candidates can aim for mid tier colleges such as:
| College Name | Course Offered | Expected TANCET Score | Expected Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindustan Institute of Technology & Science | MBA/MCA | 35-40 Marks | 70+ Percentile |
| Rajalakshmi Engineering College | MBA/MCA | 35-40 Marks | 70+ Percentile |
| Velammal Engineering College | MBA/MCA | 35-40 Marks | 70+ Percentile |
| Panimalar Engineering College | MBA/MCA | 35-40 Marks | 70+ Percentile |
| St. Joseph’s Institute of Management | MBA | 35-40 Marks | 70+ Percentile |
Although passing marks are not specified, the candidate should score above 38 to secure admissions in some of the good participating institutes.
99 percentile is considered excellent in the TANCET 2025 exam. Candidates can aim for top tier colleges such as:
| College Name | Course Offered | Expected TANCET Score | Expected Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anna University (Department of Management Studies - DOMS) | MBA | 65-70+ Marks | 99+ Percentile |
| PSG Institute of Management | MBA | 65-70+ Marks | 99+ Percentile |
| SSN College of Engineering | MBA/MCA | 65-70+ Marks | 99+ Percentile |
| Loyola Institute of Business Administration (LIBA) | MBA | 65-70+ Marks | 99+ Percentile |
| Coimbatore Institute of Technology (CIT) | MBA/MCA | 65-70+ Marks | 99+ Percentile |
The TANCET 2025 cutoff will be released after the declaration of the result and scorecard. The TANCET 2025 cutoff depends on various factors such as difficulty level of the exam, number of candidates appearing for the exam and seat availability in the participating institutes.
Tabulated below is the category wise expected cutoff for TANCET 2025 MBA and MCA exam:
| Category | MBA Cutoff (Expected) | MCA Cutoff (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| General | 38 – 50 | 37.5 |
| OBC | 33.25 – 35.5 | 35.25 |
| SC | 20.5 – 35.5 | 25.5 |
| ST | 19 – 36 | 22.5 |
The TANCET 225 scores are accepted in over 200 institutes across Tamil Nadu. The top colleges include Anna University which is also the conducting body for the TANCET 2025 exam, PSG Institute of Management and SSN. These universities require a 99+ percentile for the candidates to secure admissions in their choice of courses.
Yes, you can join MBA without TANCET. Some colleges offer direct admissions via management quotas or through other entrance exams such as CAT, MAT or XAT.
The score required in TANCET to secure admission in PSG is as follows:
| Course | Expected TANCET Score | Expected Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| MBA | 60-65 Marks | 95-98 Percentile |
| MCA | 55-60 Marks | 90-95 Percentile |
The total tuition fees for the 2 year full time MBA course in PSG university is approximately INR 6,00,000 if you get admission through TANCET.
Tabulated below are top participating institutes along with their total tuition fees for TANCET 2025:
| Institute Name | Location | Total Tuition Fees (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Anna University (AU) | Chennai | 82,000 |
| PSG Institute of Management (PSGIM) | Coimbatore | 6,00,000 |
| PSG College of Technology (PSGCT) | Coimbatore | 41,000 |
| KV Institute of Management and Information Studies | Coimbatore | 60,000 |
| Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences | Chennai | Not Specified |
| Presidency College | Chennai | Not Specified |
| Ethiraj College for Women | Chennai | Not Specified |
| Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International School of Textile & Management (SVPISTM) | Coimbatore | Not Specified |
Tabulated below are the number of seats offered in the institutions under Anna University that offer MBA programs through TANCET:
| College Name | OC | BC | BCM | MBC | SC | SCA | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Departments of Anna University, Chennai - CEG Campus | 17 | 14 | 2 | 11 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| University Departments of Anna University, Chennai - Sardar Patel Road, Guindy | 17 | 14 | 2 | 11 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.