Applying to college counselling may feel complex, but the Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) and Tamil Nadu Government Arts and Science Admissions (TNGASA)websites make it easier and more helpful for students. Whether you’re aiming for an engineering degree or an arts and science program, this TNEA/TNGASA guide will help you navigate the online application with ease.
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply on TNEA/TNGASA Portal
Step 1: Visit the Official Website
TNEA – www.tneaonline.org
TNGASA – www.tngasa.in
Choose the appropriate link according to the course you are interested in.
Step 2: Registration
- Click on “New Registration” and enter your basic details.
- Set up a username and password for future access.
- TNEA – Last date for Registration of Online Applications 06.06.2025
Step 3: Login
Use your registered email/mobile number and password to log in.
Step 4: Fill Application Form
Enter the required details:
- Personal Info (Date of birth, gender, etc.)
- Educational Qualification (Class 10 & 12 marks)
- Community/Category (BC, MBC, SC, etc.)
- Nativity and special reservation (if applicable)
Step 5: Uploading Required Documents
Scan and upload essential documents like:
- HSC/10+2-mark sheet
- X Std. mark sheet
- Community certificate (if applicable)
- Recent passport-size photograph
Ensure all the files are in the specified format and size requirements mentioned by them.
TNEA – Last date for Uploading Documents – 09.06.2025
Step 6: Choice Filling (TNEA only)
- Select your preferred engineering colleges and courses in order of priority.
- You can edit the choices before locking.
- In TNGASA, college preferences are usually selected later during counselling.
Step 7: Submit Application
Review your filled-in form carefully.
Click on “Submit” and take a printout or save a PDF of the application for future reference.
Step 8: Certificate Verification
- Usually done online.
- In some cases, you might need to visit a facilitation center if documents need manual verification.
TNEA – Certificates Verification- 10.06.2025 to 20.06.2025
Step 9: Counseling & Admission
- You’ll be informed via SMS/email about counseling dates.
- Log in to check your rank list and participate in counseling online.
TNEA – Other Important Dates
- Rank List Publication: June 27, 2025
- Grievances Redressal: June 28 to July 2, 2025
- Counselling for Government (7.5%) and General Special Reservation categories: July 2025
- General Counselling (Online): July to September 2025
Final Tips
- Double-check your documents before uploading.
- Keep login details safe until the entire process is over.
- Follow the official calendar for deadlines.
