Alagappa Chettiar Government College of Engineering and Technology in Karaikudi, Sivagangai district, is a co-educational, autonomous government institution affiliated with Anna University. Operating under TNEA code 5901, the college adheres to a 100% government quota admission framework. The institution maintains 3 NBA-accredited programs (valid through 2027), providing validated academic standards for its engineering degrees. Undergraduate offerings include Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical branches, alongside a new Information Technology program starting in 2025. On-campus infrastructure features both boys' and girls' hostels, though institutional transport services are not provided. Based on self-reported data from the 2025 TNEA booklet, the college achieved a placement percentage of 88. The nearest railway station to the campus is Karaikudi Junction.
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All right, let's get right into it. If you're getting ready for TNA 2026, you know how important it is to get clear, straight up facts. Today, we're taking a close look at Alagap Chatar Government College of Engineering and Technology in Karikuti. Its TNA code is 5901. So, let's find out what makes this college a really interesting option. So, the very first thing to know about ACT, its identity. It's a government autonomous college. For parents, that government tag means stability and affordability, right? And for students, autonomous is a huge plus. It means the college has more freedom to keep its syllabus up to date and run its own exams, which can be a real advantage. And here's the hook. This is what really makes the college stand out. Three of its most important foundational engineering branches are NBA accredited, and that's valid all the way until 2027. That's a huge stamp of quality, and we'll dive a little deeper into that in just a moment. Okay, let's start with the absolute basics. These are the core details you'll need to know to find the college. easily during the TNA counseling process. The full name is a bit of a mouthful. Alagapa Cetiar Government College of Engineering and Technology, but pretty much everyone just calls it ACCET. The number you really need to remember is the TNA code 5901. And because it's a government college, every single seat, yep, 100% is filled only through TNA counseling. It's affiliated with Anna University and it's located in Kurakudi. Next up, let's talk about the courses you can study. We'll kick things off with those accredited programs we just mentioned. This right here shows you the college's core strength, its foundation in traditional engineering. Civil, mechanical, and electrical, and electronics engineering all have that ABAS accreditation valid through 2027. You know, getting that badge isn't easy. It's a really strict process that confirms these programs meet high national standards for everything from the syllabus to the faculty and facilities. Okay, so here's the full picture of all the undergraduate programs available. Along with those three accredited branches, they also offer ECE, computer science, and a brand new branch, information technology. And just take a look at the intake numbers. You can see that mechanical and E have the most seats with 120 each. So, what's the grand total? All of this adds up to 480 undergraduate seats available through TNES counseling for this coming year. All right, now for the big one, the question that's on every single student and parents mind. What about the comes. What happens after you graduate? What about jobs? Let's be honest, for so many families, the placement record is the most important number. So, let's get straight to it. The placement figure that the college has reported is a very solid 88%. Now, it's really important to know where this number comes from. This 88% figure is self-reported by the college in the official TNA information booklet from last year, 2025. So, you can be sure we are working with data that has been provided through official government channels. Okay, we've covered academics and careers, but what about the actual experience of being a student there dayto-day? Let's look at the practical side of campus life. For students who will be moving from out of town, this is obviously a huge question. And the answer is simple. Yes, there are hostile facilities available on campus for both boys and girls. And what about getting to and from the college? Well, in terms of connectivity, the nearest major hub is the Caracudi junction. railway station. So that makes it quite convenient for students traveling by train. Just a quick note before we wrap up. All the info we've discussed today has been sourced from the college's official website and government portals and it's current as of March 2026. Of course, things can always change, so we always recommend that you verify the latest details for yourself. So the bottom line is this. ACC Kakudi is a very strong contender, especially if your priority is a government institution with proven quality in its core engineering programs. To get more For in-depth explainers like this one, be sure to visit profsam.com, your true source for 12th to engineering decisions.
Engineering Programmes
Courses & cutoffs
6 courses480 Total intake (sum below)
Closing rank = last allotted rank for that category, not your exam marks.
Code
Branch
Approved intake
NBA Accreditation
Closing Rank 2025
BC
BCM
MBC
OC
SC
SCA
ST
CE
CIVIL ENGINEERING
60
Yes
36040
62849
35198
28034
63878
86625
74150
CS
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
60
No
8737
10412
8519
6183
30447
27365
126338
EE
ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
120
Yes
30377
17761
24629
16275
38570
80450
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EC
ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION ENGINEERING
60
No
12084
12302
12452
9275
35904
45911
28191
IT
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
60
No
14505
13833
13912
10344
30039
35120
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