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How are the International Hostels in Anna University?
The international hostels at Anna University are one of the best hostel facilities provided by a government university. The facilities here are like no other hostel. The hostels provide:
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Air-conditioned rooms
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Electrical appliances like a geyser, fridge, and microwave
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The hostel also has industrial washing machines with dryers
All these amenities make international hostels in Anna University top notch. The only drawback is that now the administration has started accepting local students into international hostels just because they pay a lot of money.
What are the minimum marks for sports reservation in Anna University?
According to the Tamil Nadu Educational Association, students with a sports background can get admission into engineering/medical colleges on the basis of the performance in the sport of their choice on the basis of performance in the sport of their choice. Only students who have played the State/ National or International level games can get admission easily.
There is no admission test for sports quota and marks are allotted on the basis of their performance in their respective sport. The candidates will be divided into 2 categories and marks are different under each category.
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Category 1: The games organized once in 4 years like the Olympics, World Cup / Commonwealth Games, and Asian games.
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Category 2: The games with the participation of at least 6 countries. The sport is recognized by the Indian Olympics Association (IOA), Sports Authority of India (SAI), and the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS), Government of India.
The candidates who have participated in International events have to produce a VISA/Immigration certificate. The event's time and the documents' dates must match or he will be disqualified.
How is the material science program at Anna University?
Material Sciences in CEG started 9 years before and in such a short span it has gained recognition. It has made a significant contribution to the research of the country. The significance of the program has been described on the basis of the following aspects.
Research: Research is the most impressive feature of this course. The funding provided by the Center for Technology Development and Transfer during the third year is extremely helpful and encourages students to take up research.
Faculty: Although the faculty is extremely supportive, some of them lack specialization in materials science.
Course: The course has a variety of options for electives. It is extremely structured and moderate-paced.
Infrastructure: This is where the course lacks the most. It does not have a separate department and operates under the department of Mechanical Engineering. Also, there is a lack of equipment required for the course.
Alumni: The number of alumni is less as the course has recently started. But most of them are now working at extremely good universities around the world and India or are placed in very good companies (both in core materials science and IT).
Internships: CEG renders excellent exposure. A vast amount of undergrads perform research in various laboratories across the world during their second and third years. This helps in securing jobs in the future.
What do you know about industrial quota seats in Anna University?
Industrial quota or consortium quota as it is generally called is a medium through which a student can be admitted to any of the UG courses of the university.
Anyone who has an industry can apply through this quota which is its main qualification. The process is as follows:
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The university reviews all the applications submitted.
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It then visits the industry and makes a report on the background of the company.
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Based on the report the applied candidate is given a seat in the university.
Most importantly an MOU is signed between the university and the industry.
The main thing to consider is that the company should be related to the course the candidate is willing to pursue.
How should I clear my Arrear exam in Anna University BE?
The arrear papers are usually more difficult than regular papers. You cannot clear them by simply studying the previous year's papers.
The best way is to focus on 16 marks questions.
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Every 16 marks question has two parts
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Both these choices are from the same unit
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Now divide the units into 2 parts. We can assume that both choices are from different parts.
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Make sure you are well-versed in at least one part of a unit. This will save time and guarantee you attempt all 16 questions this way.
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Repeat the steps for every unit and you will be able to attempt all the 16 marks questions.
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Try writing the 16 marks questions pointwise.
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For the 2 marks questions you will have to cover the entire unit.
Apart from this, you need a lot of motivation and determination to clear your arrear.
Which calculator is allowed for use in Anna University exams?
Only scientific calculators are allowed for use in Anna University exams. Programmable Calculators are not allowed. The most commonly used calculators are fx-991MS, fx-991ES, fx-100MS, and fx-350MS. All these calculators are non-programmable.
To identify a programmable calculator check for buttons like IF' 'P1' 'P2' 'P3' etc. Also, the model name of a programmable calculator ends with the letter P.
You can use Casio fx-991ES in Anna University Exams. It’s the most popular calculator at Anna University. You won’t be provided with calculators from the college and will have to carry your own.
How long does Anna University, Chennai take to issue a degree certificate?
The degree certificate from Anna University is issued in a convocation ceremony. This ceremony is usually held 7-9 months after the results of the final semester are announced. The maximum period is 1 year within which you definitely get your certificate.
It depends on when the degree certificate reaches your college. Usually, the convocation ceremony takes place in April, March, or February.
You receive your course completion certificate right after your final semester. But to get your provisional certificate, you may need to wait for 3–4 months.
How much GATE score is needed to get admission to Anna University?
The eligibility criteria for a Master's from Anna University is determined through TANCET or you will be exempted if you have qualified GATE. It all depends on the cutoff of the GATE of the particular year. The seats are reserved for some special category students from native states.
For native students, 40-50 out of 100 would get you into Anna University.
For other state students, a score above 50 out of 100 will be required to get into Anna University.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of studying in Anna University-affiliated colleges and deemed universities? Which can I prefer?
Honestly, studying in Anna University-affiliated colleges adds little or no value to your academic status. The curriculum, extracurricular activities, sports, or placements are mediocre and nothing extraordinary.
The campus life is also very average with normal classrooms, playgrounds and staff. You will not acquire any special skills here. At the time of the interview, you will have no special tag or talent to boast about.
Some tips to make the most out of your engineering years are
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Rather than rote memorization, learn the concepts after proper understanding.
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Participate in internships
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Get involved in extracurricular activities and sports
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Enhance your self-learning skills
All this advice is collected from people who suffered while getting a proper job.
How do I clear my arrear exams in Anna University? What keeps you motivated to study?
I am sure you have heard of Prevention is better than cure. Similarly, it’s best not to get an arrear ever in Anna University. But if you already have one you need tons of motivation and determination to clear it. I have mentioned some important tips that might help you clear it:
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Develop a fear of failure. This might actually motivate you to clear your arrears as soon as possible.
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Allocate at least 3 hours to prepare for the arrear subject each day.
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Get notes from your friends who have passed.
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Discuss and clear your doubt with your faculty
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Fill in all the sheets if possible
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Sacrifice all your leisure activities and focus only on studies
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Join a tuition program or listen to NPTEL lectures on your arrear papers.
Keep yourself constantly motivated and you will be able to clear your arrear exams.
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