NIRF #13 University · NAAC A++
M.E. Computer Science & Engineering
Anna University, Chennai — 2-Year Research-Centric PG Program
Key numbers
NIRF Rank (University)
#13
NAAC Score
3.45 / 4
Batch Intake
25 seats
Avg CTC (2025)
₹9 LPA
Program Fees (Total)
₹80K
Placement Rate
80%
Investment
₹0.8L total
~₹0.4L per year
- First Year Tuition₹40,000
- Second Year Tuition₹40,000
Are you eligible?
Academic Background
B.E./B.Tech in a relevant engineering field.
Admission Basis
Entrance exam score — TANCET or GATE required.
Entrance exams
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
80%
Top recruiters
ROI Alert: Premium Credentials, Budget Price
You’re looking at a total fee of just ₹80,000 for a full 2-year M.E. from a NIRF top-15 university. With an average package of ₹9 LPA and a campus that attracts Amazon, Microsoft, and Google, the return on investment is genuinely unmatched among tier-1 public institutions.
The verdict
Strong fit
If you want a research-heavy M.E. in CS from a top-15 NIRF university without drowning in debt, Anna University is a power move. The 80% placement rate, ₹9 LPA average CTC, and recruiter list featuring Amazon, Microsoft, and Google make it a compelling pick. Just know that with only 25 seats, the entrance exam competition is real — so prep hard for TANCET/GATE.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Affordable PG education
- ✓ Strong research & thesis focus
- ✓ High NIRF ranking & NAAC A++
- ✓ Product company placements
Doesn't match
- ✗ Large batch size & alumni network
- ✗ Direct admission without entrance exam