Programs Offered
Undergraduate (UG)
The college offers a broad range of B.E. and B.Tech programs, including:
B.E. in Biomedical, Civil, Computer Science (including specializations in AI & ML and Cyber Security), Electronics & Communication, Electrical & Electronics, Mechanical, Mechatronics, VLSI Design & Technology.
B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence & Data Science, Biotechnology, Computer Science & Business Systems, Information Technology.
Postgraduate (PG)
Courses include M.E. in Computer Science & Engineering, CAD/CAM, Power Systems Engineering, VLSI Design; along with MBA and MCA programs.
Doctoral Programs
Ph.D. opportunities in CSE, ECE, EEE, and Mechanical Engineering.
Fee Structure & Admission
UG Fees
Total approximate fee: ₹2.61 lakh – ₹3.48 lakh for the full duration (4 years)
Year-wise breakup (for some B.E. courses): ₹50,000/year
Estimated annual tuition also mentioned as ₹1.2 to ₹1.25 lakh (depending on course/quota)
PG Fees
M.E.: ₹60,000 total (₹30,000/year)
MBA: Around ₹41,000 total
Additional Charges
Includes application (₹1,000), exam (₹3,000), library/tech (₹2,500), and miscellaneous (₹2,000)
Hostel & Mess
Single sharing: ₹60,000 (hostel) + ₹30,000 (mess) = ₹90,000/year
Double: ₹40,000 + ₹30,000 = ₹70,000/year
Triple: ₹30,000 + ₹30,000 = ₹60,000/year
Tamil Nadu’s official admissions portal provides detailed monthly breakdowns:
Room rent: ₹925–₹1,025/month
Electricity: ₹350/month
Caution deposit: ₹2,500
Establishment: ₹4,700/year
Admission fee: ₹1,250–₹2,000/year
Transport: ₹5,000–₹19,000/year
Entrance & Seat Intake
Admissions are through TNEA counseling (Anna University), and seats per branch vary (e.g., CSE: 180, ECE: 180, ME: 120, etc.)
Placement Highlights
Official Placement Data (2025)
797 students placed via 57+ on-campus drives.
Highest package: ₹15 LPA
Average package: ₹4 LPA
Recruiters: Over 81, including Tally Solutions, Delphi–TVS, Deloitte, Amazon, Infosys, Amazon, Morgan Stanley, Mindtree, etc.
Student Reviews (Shiksha & Careers360)
Ratings:
Overall: ~3.8/5
Placements: ~3.8/5
Infrastructure: ~3.7/5
Faculty & Curriculum: ~4.0/5
Value for Money: ~3.8/5
Notable Student Comments
“Around 85% of students got placed. The highest package offered is 10 LPA; average is 4.5 LPA… internships in HCL, CTS, Tech Mahindra.” — Vigneshkumar R, CSE 2025
“Almost 90% of students got placed… average package is 4.5 LPA.” — Sathishkumar, EEE 2025
“Absolutely dissatisfied… only 60% placed… highest was ₹4 LPA, average ₹2 LPA.” — M Sagar, ECE 2025
Careers360 Feedback
“Highest package: 10 LPA, average: 5 LPA, over 70% placed.”
Student Reviews & Ratings
Shiksha Summary
Overall Rating: ~3.8/5 (55 verified reviews)
Stronger scores in Faculty & Curriculum (~4.0/5), lower in Infrastructure (~3.7/5)
Collegedunia Reviews
Infrastructure: 4.0; Accommodation: 3.6; Placement: 4.0
Praise for a green environment, staff support, and hostel cleanliness; some concerns over limited cafeteria facilities and lab resources
Careers360 Metrics
Infrastructure: 3.3; Academics: 3.8; Placements: 3.6; Value for Money: 3.0
Quick Snapshot
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Programs | UG (B.E., B.Tech), PG (M.E., MBA, MCA), Ph.D. |
| UG Fees | ₹2.61L – ₹3.48L total; ₹50,000/year approximate |
| PG Fees | M.E.: ₹60,000 total; MBA: ₹41,000 total |
| Extra Costs | Application, exam, library, hostel, transport |
| Placements | 70–90% placement range; avg 4 LPA; max 10–15 LPA; top recruiters include Tally, TVS, Deloitte, Amazon, Infosys |
| Student Ratings | Overall ~3.8/5; highlights in academics, placements; infrastructure moderate; but mixed feedback on administration and labs |
Final Thoughts
Muthayammal Engineering College provides a wide array of programs with moderately priced tuition, a dedicated placement cell, and accreditation (NBA, NAAC) that affirm its quality. Placement statistics are promising overall, with top packages reaching upwards of ₹10–15 LPA, though experience varies by department and batch.
Students often commend the supportive faculty, exposure to technical skills, and value for money. At the same time, some express concerns about infrastructure, lab maintenance, or administrative consistency.
If you’re looking at MEC for admission, I’d recommend comparing specific branches you’re interested in, reaching out to current students or alumni, and even exploring nearby colleges as benchmarks. Let me know if you’d like help comparing specific programs or colleges!