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College of Engineering Guindy

Government
Chennai
Est. 1794
4,000 Students
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4.7
Rating
15
Courses
92%
Placed
No NIRF Ranking
AVG PACKAGE
β‚Ή7 LPA
Per Annum
FEE STRUCTURE
β‚Ή25,000/year
Per Year
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About CEG

College of Engineering Guindy (CEG), established in 1794, is one of Asia's oldest and most prestigious engineering institutions located in the heart of Chennai. The magnificent 200+ acre campus features heritage buildings alongside state-of-the-art facilities including modern academic blocks, advanced research laboratories, central library with 2+ lakh books, supercomputing facility, innovation centers, Olympic-size swimming pool, synthetic track, multi-purpose stadium, separate hostels, and lush green gardens. As the flagship campus of Anna University, CEG offers world-class education, groundbreaking research, and exceptional placements. The vibrant campus hosts technical fests, cultural events, sports meets, and has active student chapters of IEEE, ACM, CSI, and professional bodies. CEG alumni include industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and technocrats across the globe.

Est. 1794 - One of Asia's oldest engineering colleges
NIRF Rank 15 in Engineering (2025)
92% placement rate with average β‚Ή7 LPA, highest β‚Ή40 LPA
Premier government institution with affordable β‚Ή25,000/year fee

Ratings & Reviews

Overall
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4.7
Academics
4.8
Placements
4.7
Infrastructure
4.5
Campus Life
4.6

Courses Offered

6 academic programs available

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B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering

4 Yearsβ€’120
Fees

β‚Ή25,000/year

Cutoff

TNEA Rank 1-500

Salary Range

β‚Ή7-40 LPA

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B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering

4 Yearsβ€’120
Fees

β‚Ή25,000/year

Cutoff

TNEA Rank 500-1500

Salary Range

β‚Ή6-25 LPA

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B.Tech Mechanical Engineering

4 Yearsβ€’120
Fees

β‚Ή25,000/year

Cutoff

TNEA Rank 1500-3000

Salary Range

β‚Ή5-18 LPA

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B.Tech Civil Engineering

4 Yearsβ€’120
Fees

β‚Ή25,000/year

Cutoff

TNEA Rank 2000-4000

Salary Range

β‚Ή5-15 LPA

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B.Tech Electrical & Electronics Engineering

4 Yearsβ€’120
Fees

β‚Ή25,000/year

Cutoff

TNEA Rank 1000-2500

Salary Range

β‚Ή6-20 LPA

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B.Tech Chemical Engineering

4 Yearsβ€’60
Fees

β‚Ή25,000/year

Cutoff

TNEA Rank 2500-5000

Salary Range

β‚Ή6-22 LPA

6
Courses
660
Total Seats
Varies
Best Cutoff
β‚Ή25,000/year
Annual Fees

Fee Structure

Program Fees

B.Techβ‚Ή25,000/year
M.Techβ‚Ή30,000/year
Hostelβ‚Ή20,000/year

Admission Process

Eligibility & important dates

Eligibility Criteria

10+2 with 75%

Valid score in TNEA

TNEA Counselling

Important Dates 2026

TNEA Registration 2026
May-June 2026
TNEA Counselling 2026
July-August 2026
Session Starts
August 2026

Campus Facilities

World-class infrastructure

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Central Library

Premier library with over 2 lakh books, 500+ journals, IEEE/ACM digital libraries, BookSCAN, DELNET, and excellent reading spaces supporting advanced research and learning.

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Advanced Research Laboratories

State-of-the-art labs including supercomputing facility, nanotechnology lab, VLSI design lab, robotics lab, IoT lab, AI/ML research lab, renewable energy lab, and specialized departmental laboratories with cutting-edge equipment.

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High-Performance Computing Center

Advanced computing center with supercomputers, high-performance workstations, cloud infrastructure, licensed software including MATLAB, ANSYS, AutoCAD, and supporting computationally intensive research.

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Heritage Hostels

Premium hostel accommodations with separate buildings for boys and girls, well-furnished rooms, hygienic mess serving multi-cuisine food, 24/7 Wi-Fi, recreational rooms, gym, and 24-hour security.

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World-Class Sports Infrastructure

Olympic-size swimming pool, synthetic track, multi-purpose stadium, cricket ground, football field, basketball courts, tennis courts, indoor stadium for badminton/volleyball, and modern gymnasium.

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Wi-Fi Campus

High-speed Wi-Fi connectivity throughout the 200+ acre campus including academic blocks, library, hostels, and green spaces enabling seamless digital learning and research.

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Convention Center & Auditoriums

Multiple auditoriums including the historic Senate Hall, modern convention centers with seating capacity of 1000+, equipped with advanced audio-visual systems for conferences and cultural events.

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Innovation & Incubation Centers

Technology Business Incubator (TBI), Innovation Centre, Entrepreneurship Development Cell supporting startups, patents, research projects, and industry collaborations with leading global companies.

Accreditation & Approvals

Approved & Recognized By

AICTE

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the admission process for CEG Chennai?
Admission to CEG is through TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions) counselling based on Class 12 marks. For B.Tech, TNEA rank within 1-500 typically gets CSE, 500-1500 gets ECE, 1500-3000 gets Mechanical, 2000-4000 gets Civil, and 2500-5000 gets Chemical. 75% in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics is required.
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How are placements at CEG Chennai?
CEG has an outstanding 92% placement rate with average package of β‚Ή7 LPA and highest package of β‚Ή40 LPA. Top recruiters include Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, Zoho, TCS, Infosys, Oracle, Adobe, Ford, Intel, Qualcomm, and Samsung. The placement cell provides comprehensive training and career guidance.
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What is the fee structure at CEG?
Being a government college under Anna University, CSE offers highly affordable education at approximately β‚Ή25,000 per year for all B.Tech programs. Hostel fees are around β‚Ή20,000 per year. This makes CEG one of the best ROI engineering colleges in India with exceptional placements.
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What are the cutoffs for different branches at CEG?
TNEA cutoffs for CEG typically range from 1-500 for CSE, 500-1500 for ECE, 1000-2500 for EEE, 1500-3000 for Mechanical, 2000-4000 for Civil, and 2500-5000 for Chemical. Cutoffs are based on Class 12 marks normalization and vary by category.
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How is the campus life at CEG Chennai?
CEG offers legendary campus life on a historic 200+ acre campus with world-class facilities. Heritage buildings blend with modern infrastructure including supercomputing center, innovation labs, Olympic-size pool, synthetic track, and auditoriums. Active technical clubs, cultural committees, sports teams, and student chapters create vibrant environment. Annual technical fest 'Kuruksastra' and cultural fest 'Tequiz' are legendary.
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What research facilities are available at CEG?
CEG has exceptional research infrastructure including supercomputing facility, nanotechnology lab, VLSI design lab, robotics lab, AI/ML research center, renewable energy lab, and Technology Business Incubator. The institute has strong industry collaborations and produces significant research output with patents and publications in top journals.
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Latest News & Updates

Stay informed with recent announcements

2024

CEG Achieves Record Placement with β‚Ή40 LPA Package

College of Engineering Guindy recorded highest package of β‚Ή40 LPA with average of β‚Ή7 LPA and 92% placement rate. Multiple students received international offers.

2025

CEG Ranked NIRF 15 in Engineering 2025

CEG maintained its position among India's top 15 engineering colleges in NIRF rankings 2025, reinforcing its legacy as one of the oldest and most prestigious institutions.

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Contact Information

Get in touch with the college

Address
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Phone
+91-44-22357004
Email
principal@ceg.annauniv.edu