Eligibility Criteria
May 28, 2025 2026-09-18 3:38Eligibility Criteria
Entry Requirements for B.E. & B.TECH Programmes
Other Communities (OC) :
Pass in 12th standard or equivalent with an aggregate of at least 55% marks in Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry.
Backward Class Community (BC) of Tamil Nadu:
Pass in 12th standard or equivalent with an aggregate of at least 50% marks in Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry. The candidate should produce the Community Certificate duly signed by the Tahsildar.
Most Backward Class Community (MBC) of Tamil Nadu:
Pass in 12th standard or equivalent with an aggregate of at least 45% marks in Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry. The candidate should produce the Community Certificate duly signed by the Tahsildar.
SC/ST Community of Tamil Nadu:
Mere pass in 12th standard or equivalent with Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry. The Candidate should produce the Community Certificate duly signed by the Tahsildar.
Candidates from other states irrespective of their community are considered as OC (Other Community)
Lateral Entry – Direct to Second Year B.E./B.TECH
Other Communities (OC) :
Pass in 3-year Diploma examination conducted by the State Board of Technical Education of respective states in the relevant subjects with a minimum of 55% marks in the final year examination. Pass in any recognized bachelor’s degree in science of minimum 3 years duration with Mathematics as a subject.
Backward Class Community (BC) of Tamil Nadu:
An aggregate of 50% marks in the final year diploma examination / Final yearB.Sc.degree course.
Most Backward Class Community (MBC) of Tamil Nadu:
An aggregate of 45% marks in the final year diploma examination / final yearB.Sc.degree course.
SC/ST Community of Tamil Nadu:
Merit pass is enough in Diploma Course / B.Sc. Degree course.
Merit Scholarships
Financial Support is provided for the deserving students.
Committed to Affordability
J.N.N is committed to affordability. J.N.N’s Merit Scholarship program ensures that finances should never stand in the way of a J.N.N education for a deserving candidate. Our combination of excellent academics and generous aid is why parents and students prefer J.N.N Institute of Engineering.
The J.N.N Merit Scholarship - TN Students
J.N.N Merit Scholarship (for TN students) is currently valued at more than Rs. 3,00,000 and is awarded to students with 170+ cut-off in their higher secondary examinations. Offered for eight semesters of full time study and covering entire tuition fees, transportation and food fees, this scholarship recognises achievement and represents our confidence in your ability to succeed in this unique academic environment. Our goal is to attract talented students committed to making a difference in the world, and partnering with them to make a J.N.N education a reality. Recipients of this scholarship should maintain a CGPA of 8.5 and above throughout their course of study for the scholarship to continue.
The Alamelu Ammaal Memorial Scholarship - AP Students
Alamelu Ammaal Memorial Scholarship (for AP students) is currently valued at more than Rs. 3,00,000 and is awarded to students with the following criteria,
- 75% Scholarship for students with 95% and above in MPC
- 50% Scholarship for students with 90% and above in MPC
- 25% Scholarship for students with 80% and above in MPC
Scholarship concession is offered on the Tuition fees. This scholarship recognises achievement and represents our confidence in your ability to succeed in this unique academic environment. Our goal is to attract talented students committed to making a difference in the world, and partnering with them to make a J.N.N education a reality. Recipients of this scholarship should maintain a CGPA of 8.5 and above throughout their course of study for the scholarship to continue.
The J.N.N Lateral Entry Scholarship
Currently valued at more than Rs. 2,00,000, the J.N.N Lateral Entry Scholarship offers students a 50% concession in tuition, bus & food if their Diploma aggregate is above 75% and a 40% concession in tuition, bus & food if their Diploma aggregate is above 65%.
FAQs
1. What is the eligibility for B.E. and B.Tech admission at J.N.N Institute of Engineering?
For Tamil Nadu students, eligibility depends on community. OC candidates need at least 55% aggregate in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry, BC candidates need 50%, and MBC candidates need 45%. SC/ST candidates need to pass Class 12 or equivalent with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. Candidates from other states are treated under the OC category.
2. Can diploma or B.Sc. students join B.E. or B.Tech directly in the second year at J.N.N?
Yes. J.N.N offers lateral-entry admission directly to the second year for eligible diploma and B.Sc. graduates. OC candidates generally need 55% in the final year of diploma or a recognized B.Sc. degree with Mathematics. The required percentage is 50% for BC, 45% for MBC, while SC/ST candidates need a pass in the qualifying diploma or B.Sc. programme.
3. What scholarship is available for Tamil Nadu students with a high Class 12 cut-off?
Tamil Nadu students with a 170+ higher-secondary cut-off may be eligible for the J.N.N Merit Scholarship, currently valued at more than ₹3 lakh. It can cover tuition, transportation and food fees for eight semesters. To continue receiving the scholarship, students must maintain a CGPA of 8.5 or above throughout the course.
4. Does J.N.N offer scholarships for students from Andhra Pradesh?
Yes. The Alamelu Ammaal Memorial Scholarship is available for eligible Andhra Pradesh students based on MPC marks. Students with 95% and above may receive 75% tuition scholarship, those with 90% and above may receive 50%, and students with 80% and above may receive 25%. Continued eligibility requires maintaining a CGPA of 8.5 or above.
5. Is there a scholarship for lateral-entry engineering students at J.N.N?
Yes. The J.N.N Lateral Entry Scholarship is currently valued at more than ₹2 lakh. Students with a diploma aggregate above 75% may receive a 50% concession on tuition, bus and food fees, while students with an aggregate above 65% may receive a 40% concession.
