Private Engineering Colleges in TN to Increase Fees by 20%

College admissions bring excitement and concern for parents, especially as private universities in Tamil Nadu plan a 20% fee hike for the 2025-26 academic year. Engineering courses, particularly in Computer Science, AI, and Data Science, may cost between ₹2.5 lakh to ₹4 lakh annually.

Many parents worry about affordability, while institutions justify the increase due to faculty salaries, infrastructure upgrades, and lab maintenance. Experts suggest a regulatory body to monitor fees and admissions, with the state government considering measures to ensure fairness in private college fee structures.