Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) maintains an affordable and transparent fee structure for its UG, PG, and technology programs in agriculture and allied sciences. For 2026, science programs like B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture have a semester fee of INR 23,000, including tuition, library, laboratory, sports, computer lab, electricity, and skill development charges. Technology programs, such as B.Tech Agricultural Engineering (self-supporting), carry a higher semester fee of INR 63,000 due to additional self-supporting components. One-time payments at admission, including blazer, caution deposit, smart card, and corpus funds, total INR 10,925 for TN HSC students. Hostel charges are bundled in infrastructure fees at INR 1,800 per semester, with mandatory residence for most students. SC/ST and economically weaker students may avail fee waivers under government schemes. Annual payments combine tuition, infrastructure, and lab charges, ensuring comprehensive coverage. Fees are payable online before certificate verification, with partial refunds on caution deposit after program completion.
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TNAU programs focus on agriculture and allied fields, combining theoretical knowledge with practical labs and fieldwork. Eligibility is typically 50–55% in 10+2 or graduation for PG programs, with special relaxations for SC/ST/OBC categories:
| Level | Course | Duration | Eligibility | Specializations | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UG | B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture | 4 Years | 10+2 with 50% (BC/MBC), 55% (OC) | Agriculture | 
| UG | B.Tech Agricultural Engineering (Self-Supporting) | 4 Years | 10+2 with 55% (OC) | Agricultural Engineering | 
| UG | B.Sc (Forestry) | 4 Years | 10+2 with 50–55% | Forestry | 
| UG | B.Sc (Sericulture) | 3–4 Years | 10+2 | Sericulture | 
| PG | M.Sc | 2 Years | Graduation in relevant field | Agriculture, Horticulture, Soil Science | 
| PG | MBA (Agri-Business) | 2 Years | Graduation | Management in Agriculture | 
| Doctoral | Ph.D | 3–5 Years | Master’s with 55% | Arts, Science, Agriculture | 
TNAU semester fees include tuition, examination, library, and skill development charges. Self-supporting programs like B.Tech Agricultural Engineering include an additional INR 40,000 per semester:
| Particulars | Science Programs (INR) | Technology Programs (INR) | 
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | 4,500 | 4,500 | 
| Self-Supporting Fee | - | 40,000 | 
| Hostel/Infrastructure | 1,800 | 1,800 | 
| Special Fee | 1,700 | 1,700 | 
| Library | 1,200 | 1,200 | 
| Examination | 5,000 | 5,000 | 
| Sports Fee | 1,000 | 1,000 | 
| Computer Lab | 2,000 | 2,000 | 
| Electricity | 2,500 | 2,500 | 
| Placement Fee | 250 | 250 | 
| Study Tour/Outdoor Classes | 2,500 | 2,500 | 
| Skill Development Program | 350 | 350 | 
| Total/Semester | 23,000 | 63,000 | 
TNAU provides hostel facilities to most students, with fees included under infrastructure charges. Mess charges are additional and depend on the sharing type. Fees are designed to be affordable while ensuring comfortable living and dining facilities:
| Hostel Type | Hostel Fee (INR per Semester) | Mess Charges (INR per Semester) | Security Deposit (INR, Refundable) | Total (INR per Semester) | 
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single Sharing | 1,800 | 10,000 | 5,000 | 16,800 | 
| Double Sharing | 1,800 | 8,000 | 5,000 | 14,800 | 
| Triple Sharing | 1,800 | 6,000 | 5,000 | 12,800 | 
| Course Name | Fees | Eligibility | 
| B.Tech. (Bachelor of Technology) | ₹83,000 - 3,32,000 | Higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects, minimum aggregate score of 50%, 5% relaxation for reserved category candidates  | 
| M.B.A. (Master of Business Administration) | Undergraduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university, Minimum aggregate score of 50% in undergraduate program, 5% relaxation for reserved categories, Valid score in national-level entrance exams such as CAT, MAT, XAT, or TANCET  | |
| B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science) | ₹9,000 - 41,250 | Higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent in the science stream, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics as mandatory subjects, minimum aggregate score of 55% in 10+2 examination  | 
| Diploma | 10th standard or equivalent examination, studied science subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), minimum aggregate score of 55% in science subjects  | |
| M.Sc. (Master of Science) | ₹1,01,000 | Bachelor's degree, Minimum aggregate score of 60%  | 
| M.Tech. (Master of Technology) | Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology, Minimum aggregate score of 60% or equivalent CGPA, Valid GATE score  | |
| Post Graduate Diploma | ₹20,000 | Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, minimum qualifying marks may vary, clear entrance examinations or interviews.  |