Agni College of Technology (ACT) in Chennai determines undergraduate admissions primarily through TNEA counseling based on Class 12 normalized marks (out of 200), with cutoffs reflecting merit ranks across branches and categories. Closing ranks vary by round, category (OC, BC, MBC, SC, SCA, BCM), and course demand, showing trends of higher competition for IT/CSE branches. This article analyzes 2025 cutoffs, historical patterns, and admission criteria for aspiring students.
Agni College of Technology's 2025 cutoffs indicate accessible entry for mid-range scorers (120-160/200 marks), with CSE/IT tightening in early rounds.
Overall Category-Wise (Round 3)
Category
Round 1
Round 2
Round 3
OC
37526
137388
183804
SC
-
137531
238575
BC
130669
235637
MBC
135068
237808
BCM
123204
193500
SCA
185107
Course-Wise (OC Category, Key Rounds)
Course
BE Computer Science
30516
88006
BE ECE
35239
89232
BE Electrical & Electronics
27145
101319
BE Mechatronics
125554
B.Tech Chemical Engg
122613
BE Mechanical
128230
148414
BE Civil
BCM-specific: CSE at 123204 (R2), Civil at 193500 (R3). SCA: CSE at 185107 (R3).
Previous Years' Trends (OC Category)
Cutoffs relaxed post-R1 due to seat availability, with CSE showing volatility (rising ranks indicate easier entry).
Course (OC)
2025 (R2)
2024
2023
2022
2021
BE CSE
77148
71163
62060
16565
69115
78639
82837
18628
SC trends: ECE tightened from 128877 (2021) to 155154 (2025). BC: CSE rose to 124002 (2025) from 109575 (2024). MBC: IT improved to 107417 (2025). Overall, core branches (Civil/Mechanical) opened below 1,80,000 ranks in later rounds, suiting 120+/200 marks.
Category-Wise Insights
Trends show 10-20% rank inflation yearly for popular branches due to applicant surge, but Agni College of Technology remains mid-tier (cutoffs 100-168/200 marks).
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