About Annamalai University
Annamalai University in Chidambaram, founded by philanthropist Dr. Rajah Sir Annamalai Chettiar, is one of India’s largest public residential universities. Annamalai University is a state university established in 1929 and is recognised with NAAC “A+” grading. Annamalai University Annamalai Nagar offers courses approved by UGC, AICTE, and PCI. Annamalai University courses are offered in various streams like Computer application and IT, Medicine and Allied Sciences, Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Pharmacy, Commerce, Animation and Design , Management and Business Administration, Hospitality and Tourism and others. Annamalai University offers diploma courses in various specialisations. The undergraduate courses offered by Annamalai University are B.Sc Hons, B.Voc, B.P.T, B.O.T, BE/B.Tech, B.P.Ed, B.F.Sc, B.Pharma, B.Ed, B.Sc M.Sc, and BFA. Annamalai University offers M.P.Ed , M.Pharma, M.Sc, ME/M.Tech, MFA, MSW, MPT, M.Com, M.Ed, M.Lib.I.Sc, MA, MBA, MCA , and M.Phil at the postgraduate level. For doctoral admissions, the university offers PhD and Pharma D courses. Annamalai University admissions are offered to B.Tech courses based on the TNEA scores. For M.Tech admissions at Annamalai University, students have to appear in CEETA PG. Annamalai offers admission to MBA and MCA courses based on TANCET scores. For other courses, admission is based on the marks obtained in the previous qualifying examinations. Annamalai University has a separate placement cell that offers career guidance to students. The placement cell of Annamalai University has various ties with the different companies for the campus placements. Annamalai University also offers various scholarships to the meritorious and deserving students. Annamalai University offers various facilities to students, like hostel accommodation, gym, library, sports, cafeteria, auditorium, and many more. Students can check the top college list of Annamalai University in order to know courses available at different departments. Quick links Best Fine Arts Universities in Tamil Nadu Best B.E /B.Tech Universities in Tamil Nadu Best B.A. Universities in Tamil Nadu Best Education Universities in Tamil Nadu National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) ranks institutes on the basis of various parameters like teaching, learning, infrastructure, and learning. Annamalai University has been ranked in various categories during the NIRF ranking 2025. Annamalai University, Annamalai Nagar, secured the 42nd position under the Pharmacy category, 34 in state public universities and 38 in agriculture by NIRF 2025 ranking. The university has secured its position in 101-150 rank band under universities category and 201-300 under engineering category. The details of Annamalai University rankings as per the NIRF report 2025 are mentioned in the table below. Domain NIRF Rank 2025 NIRF Rank 2024 Pharmacy 42 State Public Universities Agriculture Domain NIRF Rank 2025 NIRF Rank 2024 Pharmacy State Public Universities Agriculture Rank Universities 79 Pharmacy 12 The Annamalai University cutoff is the minimum rank required for admission to the courses offered based on the score of entrance examination. The TANCET cutoff 2024 at Annamalai University was 4099 for admission to MBA for open category candidates. The details of Annamalai University MBA cutoff is mentioned in the table below: The median average package during Annamalai University placements was Rs 4.07 LPA to PG 2 year students and Rs 13.72 LPA to PG 3 year students in 2024. The placement details of Annamalai University during recent years is mentioned below: The university is located in Annamalai Nagar, Tamil Nadu, India. Click on Apply to check the best colleges that might interest you. 2021
Courses Offered
by Annamalai University
Streams & Courses
offered by Annamalai University
Business Management
1 courseMedical
1 courseArts
6 coursesCommerce
1 courseScience
2 coursesEducation
1 coursePhysical Education
1 coursePharmacy
2 coursesVocational Courses
1 courseDiploma
1 coursePh.D
1 courseUniversity Gallery
Annamalai University Highlights 2025
Key facts and institutional overview
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| Established | Institute Type | 1929 |
| Approved By | UGC , PCI , AICTE |
| Accredited By | NAAC A+ Accredited |
| NIRF Rank | 201-300 (engineering) |
| Entrance Exam | 46 Degrees and 1053 Courses, Institute Type |
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| Official Website | null |
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Annamalai University Infrastructure
Campus infrastructure and facilities overview
Admission
Course-wise eligibility and selection process
| Course | Eligibility | Selection Process |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Business Administration | Bachelors degree with 50% marks (Math/Stats at 10+2 or UG for some specializations) (propelld.com, shiksha.com) | Based on CUCET (entrance + scholarship). Scores from CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT accepted. Apply → take CUCET → shortlisting → seat allotment & fee payment |
| Master of Physiotherapy | BPT with relevant experience/marks | Based on CUCET PG + counseling |
| Bachelor of Fine Arts | 10+2 with 50% marks | Via CUCET and merit Determine |
| Master of Arts | Bachelor degree with 50% marks | Through CUCET PG or CUET-PG, followed by merit-based admission |
| Master of Fine Arts | BFA | Portfolio + Interview |
| Master of Philosophy | Postgraduation | Entrance Test + Interview |
| Master of Social Work | Graduation with 50% marks | undergraduate degree or through entrance exams |
| Master of Commerce | B.Com/BBA | Merit / Interview |
| Bachelor of Fisheries Science | 10+2 with PCB/Bio/Agric.,50% | Merit in qualifying exam, possibly with UUET/Agriculture test |
| Master of Science | B.Sc in relevant discipline with 35-50% marks | Through CUCET PG or CUET-PG, and merit-based shortlisting |
| Master of Education | B.Ed | Entrance + Interview |
| Master of Pharmacy | B.Pharm with valid marks (typically 50%) | Based on CUCET score and merit |
| Bachelor of Vocational Studies | 10+2 any stream | Merit / Entrance |
| Diploma | 10+2 pass (stream-specific) | Based on CUCET + merit marks |
| Ph.D | Masters degree with 55% marks or NET/GATE/JRF qualified | Based on CU Ph.D Entrance Test / NET / GPAT / UGC-CSIR + interview |
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