CIPET Chennai ME Cad/Cam: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total programme fee for the 2-year ME CAD/CAM at CIPET Chennai is INR 1,30,370 (INR 65,185 per year). Fees are governed by Anna University norms and subject to annual revision. Hostel accommodation, if availed, is INR 10,000 per semester billed separately from programme fees.

Ans. Yes, both GATE 2026 and TANCET 2026 scores are valid for admission to ME CAD/CAM at CIPET Chennai. Candidates apply through TANCA counselling by Anna University. A GATE score in Mechanical Engineering (ME) or related discipline qualifies, subject to Anna University’s TANCA 2026-27 eligibility guidelines.

Ans. ME CAD/CAM graduates pursue careers as senior design engineers, CAD/CAM engineers, manufacturing systems engineers, automation specialists, and R&D engineers in automotive, aerospace, electronics, plastics tooling, and defence sectors. Academic and research positions are also available. CIPET’s industry links support strong placement in manufacturing-focused companies.

Ans. Candidates must hold a B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Automobile, Manufacturing, Production, Industrial, Mechatronics, Marine, or Aeronautical Engineering with at least 55% aggregate (50% for reserved categories). A valid GATE 2026 or TANCET 2026 score in the qualifying paper is mandatory for TANCA counselling.

Ans. The ME CAD/CAM programme at CIPET Chennai has an intake of 18 seats per batch, divided between government and management quota as per Anna University norms. The compact batch ensures personalised faculty interaction and dedicated access to CIPET’s CAD/CAM labs, CNC machines, and advanced manufacturing equipment.

Ans. The ME CAD/CAM programme covers industry-standard CAD/CAM software including CATIA, Pro/ENGINEER (Creo), UG NX, and Mastercam, alongside FEA tools such as ANSYS. CNC programming, rapid prototyping technologies, robotics fundamentals, and manufacturing automation using PLCs are also part of the curriculum.