Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions to Proceed as Scheduled Amid NEET Re-exam
Engineering admissions in Tamil Nadu colleges to go ahead as scheduled despite NEET re-exam
The Times Of India
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Despite the cancellation of the NEET-UG exam due to a question paper leak, Tamil Nadu's Engineering Admissions (TNEA) will continue as planned. Over 2.2 lakh applications have been received, and the engineering rank list will be released on June 29, 2023.
- 01The Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) committee has received approximately 2.2 lakh applications this year, similar to last year's figures.
- 02The engineering rank list is scheduled for release on June 29, 2023, with counselling expected to follow as planned.
- 03Anna University has been permitted to increase its seat intake by 15% to minimize vacancies in top government colleges.
- 04Career consultant Jayaprakash Gandhi noted that more students are seeking re-evaluation of their CBSE Class XII scores, particularly in physics and maths.
- 05There is an anticipated shift towards core engineering branches like mechanical and electrical engineering due to increased opportunities.
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The Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) committee confirmed that engineering admissions will proceed as scheduled despite the recent NEET-UG re-exam set for June 21, 2023. With over 2.2 lakh applications received, the TNEA plans to release the engineering rank list on June 29. Counselling is expected to occur after the NEET results are announced, allowing students to make informed decisions regarding their course selections. To address potential seat vacancies, the state government has authorized Anna University to increase its seat capacity by 15% compared to last year. Career consultant Jayaprakash Gandhi highlighted a trend of students seeking re-evaluations of their CBSE Class XII scores, particularly in subjects like physics and maths. This year, there is a growing interest in core engineering disciplines such as mechanical and electrical engineering, which may see increased enrollment compared to previous years.
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The decision to proceed with engineering admissions as scheduled is expected to benefit a large number of students in Tamil Nadu, providing clarity and opportunity in their educational pursuits.
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