Arignar Anna Govt.Arts College, Cheyyar is a public institution located in Cheyyar, Tiruvannamalai district, Tamil Nadu, established in 1967. The college is affiliated with Thiruvalluvar University and recognized by the UGC under sections 2(f) and 12(b). It holds a NAAC B+ accreditation and serves approximately 3,000 students across 36+ undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs. The campus spans 66 hectares and is known for its accessible education in arts, science, and commerce for rural communities.
Arignar Anna Govt.Arts College, Cheyyar Admission Deadlines
Admissions for the 2025–2026 academic year typically begin with counseling from May 2, 2025, following the Tamil Nadu government schedule. The application window usually remains open until June, with UG and PG programs accepting forms within this period. For PhD admissions, notifications are released separately, often in June–July. Application deadlines may vary slightly for different programs, but most UG/PG admissions conclude by late June.
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Program |
Application Start |
Application End |
Counseling/Interview |
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UG (BA/BSc/BCom) |
May 2, 2025 |
June 15–20, 2025 |
June 22–30, 2025 |
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PG (MA/MSc/MCom) |
May 2, 2025 |
June 20–25, 2025 |
June 28–July 5, 2025 |
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PhD |
June 2025 |
July 2025 |
July–August 2025 |
Arignar Anna Govt.Arts College, Cheyyar UG Admission
The college offers a wide range of BA, BSc, and BCom programs with an annual intake of approximately 1,000–1,200 seats across all UG courses. Admissions are based on merit in 10+2 (Tamil Nadu State Board or equivalent), with no entrance exam required. Typical cutoff percentages for popular courses range from 60%–75% in the qualifying exam. The annual fee for most UG programs is around INR 2,000–3,500, making it highly affordable. Scholarships are available for SC/ST, OBC, and economically weaker sections.
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Course |
Eligibility |
Seats (Approx) |
Cutoff % (2024) |
Annual Fee (INR) |
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BA (Tamil, English, History, Economics, Political Science) |
10+2 (Any Stream) |
350–400 |
60–70% |
2,000–2,500 |
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BSc (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, Computer Science, IT) |
10+2 (Science Stream) |
400–450 |
65–75% |
2,500–3,500 |
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BCom, BBA |
10+2 (Commerce/Any Stream) |
200–250 |
60–70% |
2,500–3,000 |
Arignar Anna Govt.Arts College, Cheyyar PG Admission
Postgraduate admissions cover MA, MSc, and MCom programs, with a total intake of about 300–400 seats annually. Applicants must hold a relevant bachelor’s degree with at least 50%–55% aggregate. Selection is merit-based, considering UG marks; some departments may conduct interviews. The annual fee for PG courses ranges from INR 3,000–5,000. Scholarships and fee waivers are available for eligible categories.
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Course |
Eligibility |
Seats (Approx) |
Cutoff % (2024) |
Annual Fee (INR) |
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MA (Tamil, English, History, Economics) |
BA in relevant subject |
120–150 |
50–55% |
3,000–4,000 |
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MSc (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, Computer Science) |
BSc in relevant subject |
120–150 |
55–60% |
4,000–5,000 |
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MCom |
BCom/BBA |
40–60 |
55–60% |
3,500–4,500 |
Arignar Anna Govt.Arts College, Cheyyar PhD Admission
The college offers PhD programs in select disciplines such as Tamil, English, History, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, Commerce. Admissions are based on Thiruvalluvar University guidelines, typically requiring a Master’s degree with 55%+ and a university-level entrance test or interview. Intake is limited, usually 2–6 seats per department annually. The annual PhD fee is approximately INR 6,000–8,000. Research scholars may be eligible for government or university fellowships.
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Department |
Eligibility |
Seats (Approx) |
Selection Process |
Annual Fee (INR) |
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Tamil, English, History, Economics |
MA/MPhil (55%+) |
2–4 |
Entrance Test + Interview |
6,000–8,000 |
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Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, Computer Science |
MSc/MPhil (55%+) |
2–6 |
Entrance Test + Interview |
7,000–8,000 |
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Commerce |
MCom/MPhil (55%+) |
2–3 |
Entrance Test + Interview |
7,000–8,000 |
Arignar Anna Govt.Arts College, Cheyyar Application Process
Applications for all programs are accepted online through the official college portal or via the TNGASA platform, with a nominal application fee of INR 50–100 per course. Applicants must upload scanned copies of mark sheets, certificates, and photos. Counseling and document verification are conducted on campus. Reserved category candidates must submit valid certificates for fee waivers and scholarships. The process is streamlined for both UG and PG admissions, with PhD requiring additional entrance test registration.
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Online registration via college/TNGASA portal
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Upload required documents (mark sheets, ID, photos)
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Pay application fee (INR 50–100)
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Attend counseling/document verification as scheduled
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Reserved category: submit caste/income certificates for waivers
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Step |
Details |
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Registration |
Online form submission (May–June 2025) |
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Document Upload |
Scanned mark sheets, certificates, photo, signature |
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Application Fee |
INR 50–100 per course |
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Counseling/Verification |
On-campus, as per schedule |
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Admission Confirmation |
Fee payment and enrollment |