CEETA PG 2026 Exam will be held via offline mode in second week of March 2026. CEETA PG, (Common Engineering Entrance Test and Admission for Post Graduate) is a state level entrance test which facilitates admission to PG engineering programs.
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ToggleThis entrance test is conducted by the Anna University, annually to offer admission into courses such as M.Tech, M.Arch, M.E and M.Plan. The university also conducts TANCET exam for admission to MBA/MCA courses.
| Exam Name | CEETA PG |
| Full Name | Common Engineering Entrance Test and Admission for Post Graduate |
| Organising Authority | Anna University |
| Exam Level | State Level |
| Courses Offered | M.Tech/M.Arch/M.E./M.Plan courses |
| Exam Mode | Offline Mode |
| Application Mode | Online Mode |
| Website | tancet.annauniv.edu |
Checkout the given table to know the CEETA PG Exam Dates 2026:
| Events | Dates 2026 |
| Availability of application form | 2nd week of January 2026 |
| Registration closes | 2nd week of February 2026 |
| Issue of admit card | 1st week of March 2026 |
| CEETA PG 2026 | 2nd week of March 2026 |
| Answer Key displayed | 2nd week of March 2026 |
| Objection window opens | 3rd week of March 2026 |
| Result declared | 1st week of April 2026 |
| Counselling starts | April/May 2026 |
Go through the given instructions before applying for CEET PG 2026:
Below, we have provided the complete procedure to apply for CEETA PG 2026:
A few days before the conduct of exam, the university will issue a CEETA PG Admit Card 2026. Candidates will be able to access details such as name of candidates, exam date, time, centre, gender etc in admit card.
CEETA PG 2026 Hall Ticket will be made available to applicants via online mode by entering their login details i.e. application number & password/DOB. It will be a compulsory document to carry in the examination hall as without it students will not be allowed to enter in the exam hall.
CEETA PG 2026 Answer Key will contain correct answers to all questions asked in the entrance exam. The university will release the provisional answer key for CEETA PG exam in second week of March 2026, tentatively.
The provisional answer key will be accessed by applicants via online mode through login. It will be released by university, so that applicants will be able to calculate their probable scores before the announcement of result.
CEETA PG results 2026 will be announced via online mode in the first week of April 2026. It will be announced for all those candidates who took the exam.
Candidates will be able to access their results on the website by logging in with their email ID and password. Qualified candidates will be shortlisted for counseling and admission based on their performance in CEETA PG 2026 exam.
CEETA PG Cut Off will be the minimum marks required for admission to ME/M.tech, M.Arch and M.Plan courses. Aspirants who fail to meet minimum qualifying scores will be disqualified from further admission procedures.
The cut off scores for CEETA PG 2026 will be published via online mode on the website. It will be determined by several factors including number of candidates appearing for exam, number of candidates qualifying, availability of seats and reservation criteria.
CEETA PG 2026 reservation rule followed by the Govt. of Tamil Nadu will be as specified:.
| Category | Percentage |
| Open Competition | 31% |
| Backward Class | 26.5% |
| Backward Class-Muslim | 3.5% |
| Most Backward Class & Denotified Communities | 20% |
| Scheduled Caste | 15% |
| Scheduled Caste-Arunthathiyars | 3% |
| Scheduled Tribes | 1% |
The authority will conduct a single-window Common Engineering Admission Procedure (CEAP) for admission to various PG Engineering programs. The counselling sessions for CEETA PG 2026 will be held through online mode in month of April/May 2026.
Students who will score well in entrance exam will be eligible to participate in counseling round. A separate notification regarding the counseling process will be published by the university on the website. All shortlisted candidates should participate in CEETA PG 2026 counselling and get their documents verified.
1. What is CEETA PG 2026?
CEETA PG (Common Engineering Entrance Test and Admissions – Postgraduate) is a state-level entrance examination conducted for admission into M.E., M.Tech., M.Arch., and M.Plan programs offered by participating colleges in Tamil Nadu.
2. Who conducts CEETA PG 2026?
CEETA PG 2026 is conducted by Anna University on behalf of the Government of Tamil Nadu.
3. What courses are offered through CEETA PG?
Through CEETA PG, candidates can apply for postgraduate programs such as M.E., M.Tech., M.Arch., and M.Plan in various engineering and architecture specializations.
4. What is the eligibility criteria for CEETA PG 2026?
Candidates must have completed a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Architecture from a recognized university with the required minimum percentage of marks. Final-year students may also be eligible to apply.
5. Is GATE score accepted for CEETA PG admissions?
Yes, candidates with valid GATE scores may also apply for admission. Admission procedures may differ for GATE and CEETA PG candidates.
6. What is the exam mode of CEETA PG 2026?
The CEETA PG exam is conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
7. What is the exam pattern of CEETA PG 2026?
The question paper generally consists of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) based on the relevant engineering discipline. The total number of questions and duration are specified in the official notification.
8. Is there negative marking in CEETA PG 2026?
Yes, negative marking may apply for incorrect answers as per the official marking scheme.
9. How can I apply for CEETA PG 2026?
Candidates can apply online through the official Anna University admission portal by filling out the application form and paying the prescribed fee.
10. What is the application fee for CEETA PG 2026?
The application fee varies depending on the candidate’s category (General/SC/ST) as per Tamil Nadu government norms.