TANCET MBA Exam FAQ's

The TANCET Exam 2026 is a crucial entrance test for candidates aspiring to pursue postgraduate courses like MBA in Tamil Nadu. As the exam approaches, aspirants often have numerous queries about eligibility, registration, exam pattern, syllabus, admit card, results, and counselling. This comprehensive list of TANCET 2026 FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) answers the most common concerns and helps students confidently prepare for the Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test.

TANCET 2026 FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

1. What is TANCET 2026?

TANCET (Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test) is conducted by Anna University, Chennai, on behalf of the Government of Tamil Nadu. It is held for admission to MBA programs offered by universities and colleges in Tamil Nadu.

2. Who is eligible for TANCET 2026?

To be eligible for TANCET 2026:

• Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).
• Final-year students are also eligible to apply.

3. When will TANCET 2026 registration begin?

The TANCET 2026 registration is expected to begin in January 2026, and the application window will remain open for 3–4 weeks.

4. How can I apply for TANCET 2026?

You can apply for TANCET 2026 by:

• Visiting the official Anna University TANCET portal
• Registering with your email and mobile number
• Filling out the application form
• Uploading a photograph and a signature
• Paying the exam fee online

5. What is the exam pattern for TANCET 2026?

The TANCET MBA exams are objective-type tests conducted offline:

• Total Questions: 100
• Total Marks: 100
• Duration: 2 hours
• Negative Marking: 0.25 mark deduction for each wrong answer

6. How do you download the TANCET 2026 admit card?

Admit cards will be released in the last week of February 2026. Candidates can download it from the official website using their registered login credentials.

7. What are the TANCET 2026 exam dates?

The TANCET MBA exams are expected to be held in March 2026. Anna University will release the detailed exam schedule in its official notification.

8. How is the TANCET 2026 result calculated?

The raw score (out of 100) is converted to a normalized score to ensure fairness. The final result and scorecard will be available in April 2026.

9. How to participate in TANCET 2026 counselling?

TANCET counselling is conducted by Tamil Nadu Common Admissions (TANCA). Qualified candidates must register for counselling, upload documents, and select preferred colleges and courses.

10. Which colleges accept TANCET 2026 scores?

Top colleges in Tamil Nadu accepting TANCET scores include:

• Anna University Departments
• Government and Government-Aided Colleges
• Private Engineering and Management Institutions