Quick Information
| Last Verified Date | November 10, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application Link | Apply via the official page |
| Official Source | https://cfa.annauniv.edu/cfa/ |
Why Anna University stands out
Anna University is a public state technical university in Chennai, teaching through its University Departments: the College of Engineering, Guindy, the Alagappa College of Technology, the School of Architecture and Planning, and the Madras Institute of Technology at Chromepet. It is one of India’s best-known engineering universities, and it admits foreign nationals through a dedicated category run by its Centre for Admissions.
What you can study
Undergraduate options include B.E. and B.Tech., B.Arch. and B.Plan., while postgraduate options include M.E. and M.Tech., M.Arch. and M.Plan., MCA, MBA and M.Sc. programmes, both two-year and five-year integrated. Engineering, computing, architecture and management are the core strengths for international applicants.
International admissions
Postgraduate admissions under the Foreign National, NRI and Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries categories are handled by the Centre for Admissions, with a share of seats in each programme set aside for these categories, and undergraduate admissions for foreign nationals run through the same centre. Foreign national candidates need a valid student visa. Applications are made online through the official Centre for Admissions portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who qualifies as a foreign national applicant?
Foreign national candidates are citizens of another country applying under the university’s Foreign National category, alongside NRI and Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries categories. Check the programme instruction sheet on the admissions portal for the exact definition and documents.
How do I apply?
Register and submit the application online through the Centre for Admissions portal, uploading the documents listed in the instruction sheet for your programme.
Do I need a student visa?
Yes. Foreign national candidates must hold a valid student visa, or a PIO or OCI card, and submit proof of financial support or a scholarship offer letter.
What are the fees for foreign nationals?
Fees differ by programme and category and are listed in the instruction sheets on the admissions portal. Check the current figures there before applying, as they change between cycles.