TANCET Application Form 2026 (OUT): Date, Steps to apply, Direct Link

Anna University has started the Tamil Nadu CET registration process 2026 from March 16, 2026, in online mode. Candidates can submit their application form through the website - tancet.annauniv.edu. The last date to apply is April 10, 2026.

Twinkle GuptaUpdated on : Mar 16 2026 17:05 IST

TANCET Application Form 2026: Thea University has started the application process for Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test (TANCET) 2026, from March 16, 2026. Candidates can now apply for the TANCET exam 2026 by visiting the official website and registering for the exam to be considered eligible. The last date to apply for the TANCET exam 2026 is April 10, 2026. The TANCET 2026 Exam will be conducted on May 9, 2026, for M.C.A. from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and for M.B.A. candidates from 02:30 PM to 04:30 PM.

The TANCET 2026 eligibility criteria are mentioned in the official brochure, which was released on the website along with the TANCET 2026 application form. Candidates applying must check the criteria before applying for the exam. The TANCET 2026 application process involves multiple steps, such as one-time registration, filling in personal and academic details, uploading documents, and payment of the fee. The examination conducting body will release the TANCET admit card 2026 a few days before the exam. Once released, candidates can download it by entering their login details. Candidates can download the official TANCET notification 2026 PDF from the link provided below.

TANCET 2026 Notification PDF - Download Link

Anna University has released the Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test (TANCET) application form 2026 on March 16, 2026. Candidates can register themselves by entering the required login credentials. Check the image of the official website below.

TANCET 2026

TANCET Application Date 2026 Highlights

Candidates can have a look at the tentative dates related to the TANCET exam 2026 in the table below.

Events	Tentative Details
TANCET application 2026 start date	March 16, 2026
Last date to submit the TANCET application from	April 10, 2026
TANCET exam date 2026	May 9, 2026

Tamil Nadu CET Application Form 2026 - Steps to apply

Programme	SC/SCA/ST of Tamil Nadu	Others
TANCET M.C.A.	Rs 500	Rs 1,000
TANCET M.B.A.	Rs 500	Rs 1,000

Course	Eligibility
MBA	Candidate must have passed bachelor's degree (of duration 3 years). He/she must obtain at least 50% marks. Candidates from reserved category must have 45% aggregate marks in graduation. Eligibility Patterns: (a) 10 + 2 + 3 / 4 / 5 years pattern (b) 10 + 3 years Diploma + 2/3 years pattern (c) 10 + 2 + AMIE* + 2 years of experience (d) 10 + 3 years Diploma (awarded by the State Board of Technical Education) + AMIE* + 2 years of experience
MCA	For admission to MCA, candidate must have a graduate degree in BCA or (Information Technology / Computer Science or equivalent). Candidates having other bachelor's degree can also apply for TANCET exam provided they have Mathematics at 10 + 2 or Graduation level. They must also have 50% aggregate marks in Graduation Reserved category candidates must have 45% marks aggregate. Eligibility Patterns: (a) 10 + 2 + 3 / 4 / 5 years pattern (b) 10 + 3 years Diploma + 2/3 years pattern (c) 10 + 2 + AMIE* + 2 years of experience (d) 10 + 3 years Diploma (awarded by the State Board of Technical Education) + AMIE* + 2 years of experience
M.E. / M.Tech. / M.Arch. / M.Plan.	A pass in a recognized Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in the relevant field and obtained at least 50% (45% for BC, BCM, MBC, SC, SCA, and ST candidates belonging to Tamil Nadu) in the qualifying degree examination. Eligibility Criteria: (a) Relevant Degrees: B.E. / B.Tech. / B.Arch. Degree Programmes, B.Pharm. Degree Programmes, or a Master’s Degree in the relevant branch of Science / Arts (b) Alternate Patterns: (i) 10 + 2 + AMIE* + 2 years of experience (ii) 10 + 3 years Diploma (awarded by the State Board of Technical Education) + AMIE* + 2 years of experience

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is the TANCET application form 2026 released?

Yes, Anna University has released the TANCET 2026 application form on its official website.

What is the official website to register for TANCET exam 2026?

Candidates need to visit the official website of Anna University - tancet.annauniv.edu to register for Tamil Nadu CET exam 2026.

What is the last date to apply for TANCET 2026?

The last date to apply for the TANCET exam 2026 is April 10, 2026.

What is the application fee for TANCET 2026?

Candidates belonging to SC/SCA/ST of Tamil Nadu need to make the online payment of Rs 500 whereas candidates from other categories will have to pay Rs 1000 as an application fee for TANCET exam 2026.

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