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    TNEA CSE Cutoff 2026: What Is the Last Rank for Admission to Top 20 Colleges?

    TNEA CSE Cutoff 2026: What Is the Last Rank for Admission to Top 20 Colleges?

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    Simran KashyapUpdated on 03 Sep 2026, 06:07 PM IST

    TNEA CSE cutoff 2026: The Directorate of Technical Education (DoTE), Tamil Nadu will release the TNEA 2026 CSE cutoffs on the official website, tneaonline.org. The TNEA CSE cutoffs 2026 will be released after the counselling process. The TNEA cutoffs 2026 are published separately for all the categories and courses. The CSE cut-offs will help students to know the minimum cutoff marks required for admission. However, the cutoffs vary every year depending on the marks scored in exam, student’s category, seats available, difficulty level, and others. Read the article for TNEA CSE cutoff 2026.

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    1. TNEA CSE Cutoff 2026
    2. TNEA CSE Cutoff 2025 for Top 20 Colleges
    3. TNEA Rank vs College for CSE 2026
    4. What Rank is Required for CSE in TNEA 2026?
    5. Factors Affecting TNEA CSE Cutoff 2026
    6. How to Use TNEA CSE Cutoff While Filling Choices?
    TNEA CSE Cutoff 2026: What Is the Last Rank for Admission to Top 20 Colleges?
    TNEA CSE Cutoff 2026: Last Rank for Top 20 Engineering Colleges

    TNEA CSE Cutoff 2026

    The DoTE will publish the TNEA 2026 CSE cut-offs after the counselling process is over. Candidates will be able to check the cut-offs from the official website, tneaonline.org. Candidates who have higher marks have better chances to get admission in their selected college and course. Until then, candidates can check the previous year TNEA CSE cutoffs to get an overall idea.

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    TNEA CSE Cutoff 2025 for Top 20 Colleges

    Candidates can check the previous year TNEA CSE cutoffs from the table below:

    Colleges Name

    Courses

    Cutoff

    Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering (Autonomous), Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR), Kalavakkam,Kanchipuram

    Computer Science and Engineering

    199.0




    Thiagarajar College of Engineering (Autonomous) Tirupparankundram Madurai


    Computer Science and Engineering

    197.5

    Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) (SS)

    195.0

    Computer Science and Engineering (SS)

    196.0

    RVS College of Engineering and Technology (Autonomous), Kumaran Kottam Campus, Kannampalayam Post

    Computer Science and Engineering

    164.0


    University Departments of Anna University Chennai - CEG Campus Sardar Patel Road Guindy

    Computer Science and Engineering

    200.0

    Computer Science and Engineering (SS)

    199.5

    National Engineering College (Autonomous), K.R. Nagar, Nalattinputhur, Kovilpatti, Tuticorin

    Computer Science and Engineering

    188.0

    PSG Institute of Technology and Applied Research(Autonomous), Avinashi Road,Neelambur, Sulur,Coimbatore

    Computer Science and Engineering

    197.0

    University College of Engineering Dindigul Mangarai Pirivu Reddiyarchathiram Dindigul

    Computer Science and Engineering

    170.5

    Kumaraguru College of Technology (Autonomous), Chinnavedampatti, Coimbatore

    Computer Science and Engineering

    195.5


    Government College of Technology (Autonomous) Thadagam Road Coimbatore

    Computer Science and Engineering (AI and Machine Learning)

    196.0

    Computer Science and Engineering

    197.5


    Coimbatore Institute of Technology (Autonomous) Civil Aerodrome Post Coimbatore

    Computer Science and Engineering (SS)

    197.0

    Computer Science and Engineering

    198.0



    Chennai Institute of Technology (Autonomous) Puduper Village Nandambakkam Post Kundrathur Chennai

    Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security)

    194.0

    Computer Science and Engineering (AI and Machine Learning)

    194.5

    Computer Science and Engineering

    196.0

    Kongu Engineering College (Autonomous), Perundurai Railway Station Road,Thoppupalayam, Perundurai, Erode

    Computer Science and Engineering

    186.5


    Rajalakshmi Engineering College (Autonomous), Rajalakshmi Nagar, Thandalam, Kanchipuram, Chen

    Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security)

    190.5

    Computer Science and Engineering

    193.5





    Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology (Autonomous), Sugunapuram, Kuniamuthur Post, Coimbatore

    Computer Science and Engineering (Internet of Things)

    186.0

    Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security)

    188.5

    Computer Science and Engineering (AI and Machine Learning)

    190.5

    Computer Science and Engineering

    192.0

    Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering (Autonomous), Post Bag No.3, Pennalur, Sriperumbudur, Kanchipuram

    Computer Science and Engineering

    192.0

    Panimalar Engineering College (Autonomous), Bangalore Trunk Road Nazareth Pet Nazareth Pet, Varadharajapuram, Poonamallee, Thiruvallur (DT), Chennai.

    Computer Science and Engineering

    179.5

    Velammal Engineering College (Autonomous), Velammal Nagar, Ambattur-Redhills Road, Surapet, Thiruvallur, Chennai

    Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security)

    175.5

    Computer Science and Engineering

    180.0

    R.M.K. Engineering College (Autonomous), R.S.M. Nagar, Kavaraipettai, Gummidipoondi Taluk, Thiruvallur

    Computer Science and Engineering

    190.0

    KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology (Autonomous), SF:204/2 & 204/4, Kollupalayam Village, Arasur Panchayat, Coimbatore

    Computer Science and Engineering (AI and Machine Learning)

    189.0

    Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College (Autonomous), Vattamalaipalayam, NGGO Colony Post, Coimbator

    Computer Science and Engineering

    187.0

    TNEA Rank vs College for CSE 2026

    Candidates can check the TNEA rank vs college for CSE here in the table below. The rank vs college will help candidates to know the minimum rank required for their desired colleges. Check the top 10 TNEA colleges for CSE:

    What Rank is Required for CSE in TNEA 2026?

    The TNEA 2026 rank required for Computer Science and Engineering are higher as comparative to other branches. If a candidate wants a good college with CSE, he/she need to have a rank in between 1- 480. However, the cutoff ranks can be lower for mid-tier colleges. For instance, the round 1 closing rank for CSE for CEG, Guindy was 32 in the last year. The cutoffs also varies depending upon several factors.

    Factors Affecting TNEA CSE Cutoff 2026

    The authority considers several factors while determining the TNEA cutoff 2026 for CSE. Below are these factors that decide the cut-offs:

    • Difficulty level of the exam

    • Number of applicants for TNEA counselling.

    • Seats available

    • Category of students

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    How to Use TNEA CSE Cutoff While Filling Choices?

    Candidates can use previous year TNEA CSE cutoff while filling choices during the counselling process. Here are some ways where candidates can use the TNEA cutoff to make better choices during counselling:

    • Candidates can check the previous year cutoff to make good choices for their college and course. This will help them to know what is the cutoff range for their selected colleges.

    • Candidates can choose college where the rank is close or around the previous year closing rank.

    • Also check the TNEA cutoff category-wise to know the exact cutoff rank for your category.

    • Always prioritise colleges based on your preferences also rather than just looking at the cutoff.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: When will the TNEA CSE cutoffs 2026 be released?
    A:

    The TNEA CSE cutoffs will be released on the official website.

    Q: Is TCE Madurai considered a Tier 1 or Tier 2 college?
    A:

    TCE Madurai is considered a Tier 2 college.

    Q: Are CBSE students eligible for TNEA 2026 counselling?
    A:

    Yes, CBSE students are eligible for Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions counselling. 

    Q: What is the TNEA cutoff for CSE at Anna University in 2026?
    A:

    The authority is yet to release the TNEA cutoffs 2026. Based on previous year, the TNEA cutoff for CSE at Anna University is around 200. 

    Q: How much cutoff will decrease in TNEA counselling in 2026?
    A:

    There is no certainty in decreasing in the TNEA counselling 2026, while the overall cutoff marks can decrease by 1 to 10 marks depending on factors. 

    Q: What is the TNEA engineering rank list for 2026?
    A:

    The TNEA engineering rank list for 2026 was released on July 1, 2026. 

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