Anwar-Ul-Uloom College of Business Management Admissions 2026-27 Dates, Appilcation Form, Process & Fee

Arul Anandar College (Autonomous), Kancheepuram is a minority-managed, Christian, self-financing, autonomous institution that offers undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) programmes in arts, science, and commerce streams. Admissions for the academic year 2026 are conducted through an online-cum-merit-based process, strictly in line with the Tamil Nadu government’s reservation policy and the college’s own “Preferential Option for the Poor” guideline.

About Arul Anandar College, Kancheepuram

• Arul Anandar College (Autonomous), Kancheepuram, established in Karumathur, Madurai district and later expanded to Kancheepuram, functions autonomously under Tamil Nadu’s higher-education framework.
• The college is known for its strong emphasis on rural and underprivileged students, with separate aided and self-financed courses and a mission-driven “Preferential Option for the Poor” policy.

Admission mode and streams (2026)

Admissions are online via the college’s ERP-cum-application portal (erp.aactni.edu.in/application/course). Separate clusters are offered for aided and self-financed courses in streams such as:

• Undergraduate:A., B.Sc. (Physical Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, etc.), B.Com., BBA.
• Postgraduate:A., M.Sc., M.Com., etc., and some professional courses (e.g., MCA, where applicable).

Admission process (2026)

Check prospectus and eligibility

• Students must first consult the official Prospectus 2025–26 (hosted on the ERP portal) for course-wise eligibility, reservation norms, and fee structure.
• The college strictly follows Tamil Nadu government rules for reservations (SC/ST, OBC, EBC, etc.) and its own preferential policy for economically weaker sections.

Create online applicant account

• Register on the online application portal (erp.aactni.edu.in/application/course) using a valid email and mobile number.
• Choose between UG or PG and then select either Aided or Self-Financed cluster.

Fill the application form

• Enter personal details, academic history, preferred course(s), and community category.
• Upload scanned copies of required documents (see “Documents” section below).

Merit and entrance-based selection

• UG courses: Mainly based on Class 12 (10+2) marks in relevant subjects, with reservation and “Preferential Option for the Poor” as deciding factors.
• PG courses: Merit-cum-entrance-based; candidates may need to appear for a college-level written test/viva voce; marks in the entrance and prior UG performance together determine selection.
• Some PG/advanced programmes (e.g., MCA-related) may consider TANCET or equivalent scores where mandated.

Allotment, document verification, and fee payment

• Shortlisted candidates receive an allotment letter through the portal or email.
• Physically or digitally verify documents at the campus administrative office.
• Pay the first-year admission fee (as per course type: aided or self-financed) to confirm admission.

Eligibility criteria (2026)

Undergraduate (UG) programmes

• Completion of Higher Secondary (10+2) from a recognised board (State / CBSE / ICSE, etc.).
• Minimum aggregate of 50% marks in 10+2 for most B.A., B.Sc., and B.Com courses; for BBA/BCom (Honours) it is often 50% with Mathematics/Commerce at Class 12.
• For B.Sc. (Physical Science / Computer Science / Mathematics), students must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) or equivalent combination.

Postgraduate (PG) programmes

• A Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline from a recognised university, under the 10+2+3 pattern.
• Minimum 50% aggregate in the UG degree for most M.A., M.Sc., and M.Com courses.
• For MCA or similar professional courses, a Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics/Computer background and minimum 50% aggregate is generally required.

Special-category and reservation considerations

• Tamil Nadu government reservation norms apply (SC/ST, OBC, EBC, MBC, etc.).
• The college gives extra preference to economically poor and first-generation students (“Preferential Option for the Poor”) within the reservation framework.

Application fees (2026)

Exact 2026-specific fee amounts are best verified from the current prospectus, but typical ranges are:

Note: All fees mentioned are indicative; updated 2026-specific figures must be cross-checked on the ERP portal or prospectus PDF.

Required documents (2026)

Students must upload or present the following (originals for verification, scanned copies for online submission):

Identity and photograph:

• Recent passport-size photograph (JPEG/JPG/PNG; max 1 MB).

Academic records:

• 10th standard mark sheet.
• 12th standard mark sheet / qualifying examination statement (for UG).
• Bachelor’s degree mark sheet and provisional certificate (for PG).

Caste / quota-related certificates (if applicable):

• Community certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EBC/MBC, etc.) issued by Tamil Nadu authorities.

Other documents:

• Income certificate (for welfare-scheme or fee-concession purposes).
• Transfer certificate (TC) and conduct certificate from the last school/college.
• Aadhaar card and passport-size photograph counter-signed (where required).

Important dates for admissions 2026

Since the official 2026-27 admission calendar has not yet been published separately, the following table is projected based on the 2025–26 academic pattern and typical Tamil Nadu university timelines, and should be treated as tentative guidance. Students must later confirm exact dates on the ERP portal or college notice board.

Note: Exact dates for 2026 will be announced on the official ERP portal (erp.aactni.edu.in) and the college notice board. Students should monitor the prospectus PDF and the “Admission / Application” section regularly.

Practical tips for prospective students

• Verify your course and cluster: Before applying, cross-check whether your desired course is aided or self-financed, as fees and reservation rules differ.
• Prepare documents early: Scan all certificates (community, income, TC, mark sheets) in the required format so you can upload them quickly when the portal opens.
• Track announcements: Use the Application Status page on the ERP portal (erp.aactni.edu.in/application/status) to follow your admission stage and any second-phase openings.

By following this structured route—checking eligibility, preparing documents, meeting the tentative deadlines, and confirming details on the official portal—students can streamline their admission to Arul Anandar College (Autonomous), Kancheepuram, for the 2026–27 academic year.