Rajalakshmi Engineering College (REC), situated in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is a prestigious institution known for its excellence in engineering and management education. Established in 1997, REC is approved by AICTE and affiliated with Anna University, Chennai. It is also accredited by NAAC with an 'A++' grade and several of its departments are NBA-accredited, reflecting its commitment to academic quality and innovation. REC has consistently ranked among the top private engineering colleges in India due to its strong academic framework, excellent placement record, and cutting-edge research initiatives.
The college offers a wide range of undergraduate (B.E/B.Tech) and postgraduate (M.E/MBA) programs. REC's sprawling green campus features smart classrooms, state-of-the-art labs, a well-stocked central library, hostels, sports complexes, and innovation centers. Emphasis is placed on practical knowledge through live projects, industry partnerships, internships, and international collaborations. With a dedicated placement and training cell, students are groomed for corporate careers through soft skill development, technical training, and career counseling.
Highlights
Feature |
Details |
Full Name |
Rajalakshmi Engineering College |
Location |
Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
Established Year |
1997 |
Approved By |
AICTE, Affiliated to Anna University |
Accredited By |
NAAC ‘A++’ Grade, NBA for select programs |
Founder |
Mr. S. Meganathan |
Important Dates
Event |
Date |
Application Start Date |
March 2025 |
Last Date to Apply |
June 2025 |
TNEA Counseling |
June – July 2025 |
Management Quota Admission |
April – July 2025 |
Academic Session Begins |
August 2025 |
Refer to official notifications for exact dates.
Admission Procedure
Admission to REC is either through government quota (TNEA counseling) or management quota, based on academic merit and eligibility.
Steps:
Scholarships
Scholarship Type |
Eligibility |
Merit Scholarship |
Based on 12th board results or Anna University ranks |
Sports Scholarship |
State/National level sports achievers |
Financial Assistance |
Economically weaker students (based on income certificate) |
Government Schemes |
Scholarships through BC/MBC/SC/ST Welfare Departments |
Alumni Scholarship |
Provided to students recommended by REC alumni association |
Placements
Parameter |
Details |
Average Salary Package |
Rs 4 – Rs 5.5 LPA |
Highest Salary Package |
Rs 28 LPA (International offer by Adobe) |
Top Recruiters |
Accenture, Infosys, Zoho, TCS, Amazon, Cognizant, Wipro |
Internship Opportunities |
Offered to 2nd and 3rd year students |
Placement Training |
Soft Skills, Aptitude, Technical & Interview Coaching |
Ranked 97 out of 281 in India 2023 (Indiatoday Ranking)
Ranked 151 out of 200 in India 2024 (NIRF Ranking)
Ranked 11t of 50 in India 2024 (NIRF Innovation Ranking)
Ranking Body |
Recognition |
NIRF Ranking |
Among Top 150 Engineering Colleges in India |
Times Engineering Survey |
Listed in Top 100 Private Engineering Colleges |
ARIIA |
Recognized for Innovation and Entrepreneurship |
Course | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility |
---|---|---|
B.Tech | ₹55k (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 with 50% + TNEA |
MBA | ₹35k (1st Year Fees) | Graduation with 50% + TANCET |
ME | ₹50k (1st Year Fees) | Graduation with 50% + GATE |