The Directorate of Technical Education (DoTE), Tamil Nadu, has officially released the TNEA 2025 Rank List today, June 27, 2025. This is a crucial step for candidates who registered for Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) and completed the certificate verification process. The rank list is now available on the official TNEA website – tneaonline.org.
Here’s everything you need to know – including how to check your rank, what the list contains, the next steps in the TNEA counselling process, important dates, and more.
How to Check TNEA Rank List 2025 ?
Candidates can follow these simple steps to view their ranks:
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Visit the official website: tneaonline.org
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Click on the “Rank Details” link available on the homepage.
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Choose your category to download the respective rank list PDF.
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Press Ctrl + F and search your name or application number.
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Your details, including rank and marks, will be highlighted in the PDF.
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Rank Range and Score Analysis (Previous Year Trends)
score vs. rank breakdown to help you estimate your chances based on your scaled marks:
| Scaled Score (out of 200) | Expected Rank Range |
|---|---|
| 198+ | Below 500 |
| 197 – 198 | 500 – 1000 |
| 192 – 197 | 1000 – 5000 |
| 182 – 192 | 5000 – 20,000 |
| 167 – 182 | 20,000 – 50,000 |
Direct PDF Download Link For TNEA Rank List 2025
How is the TNEA 2025 Rank List Prepared ?
The rank list is generated based on normalized Class 12 marks submitted by students. These marks are scaled down to a total of 200 marks, with weightage distributed as follows:
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Mathematics – 100 marks
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Physics + Chemistry – 100 marks
If two or more candidates secure the same total marks, the tie-breaking is done in the following order:
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Higher marks in Mathematics
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Higher marks in Physics
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Higher marks in the optional subject
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Higher overall percentage in Class 12
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Elder candidate (based on date of birth)
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Higher random number assigned by TNEA
TNEA 2025 Counselling Schedule
The general counselling for TNEA 2025 will begin on July 14 and will continue till August 19, 2025. Candidates are advised to frequently check the official portal for detailed round-wise schedules and choice-filling timelines.
What’s Next After the TNEA Rank List ?
Once the rank list is released, the next phase is TNEA 2025 Counselling. Here’s what the process looks like:
Step 1: Grievance Redressal
Candidates with discrepancies in the rank list can visit the DoTE office or nearby TFCs in person between June 28 and July 2, 2025.
Step 2: Choice Filling
you will need to log in and choose their preferred courses and colleges.
Step 3: Seat Allotment
Based on the rank, category, and choices filled, seats will be allotted during counselling rounds.
Step 4: Seat Confirmation
you must confirm your seats online by paying the required fees.
Step 5: Reporting to the Allotted College
The final step is reporting to the allotted institution within the stipulated time to complete the admission process.
FAQs-TNEA Rank List 2025
1. Is there any entrance exam for TNEA 2025 admissions ?
No, TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions) does not conduct any entrance exam. Admission is purely based on the Class 12 marks, which are normalized and scaled to prepare the rank list.
2. Can other state students apply for TNEA counselling ?
TNEA is primarily for Tamil Nadu state candidates. However, other state students can apply under the Other State Quota, but they will be eligible only for seats in select colleges and must fulfill specific eligibility conditions.
3. What is the TFC in TNEA, and why is it important ?
TFC stands for TNEA Facilitation Center. These centers help candidates with the certificate verification process, especially for those who are not able to complete it online. Visiting a TFC is mandatory for document verification if online upload is not completed.
4. What documents are required for TNEA counselling ?
Key documents include:
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Class 10 and 12 mark sheets
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Transfer Certificate (TC)
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Nativity Certificate (if applicable)
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Community Certificate (for reserved categories)
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Income Certificate (for fee concession)
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Special category certificates (if claiming quota)
5. Can I change my choice of college after submitting the preferences ?
Yes, TNEA allows you to edit or modify your choices within the choice-filling window. However, once the deadline passes, no changes can be made, and the submitted choices will be considered final for seat allotment.