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TANCET Syllabus 2023: Download Subject-wise Syllabus PDF, Important Topics & Preparation Books

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TANCET Syllabus 2023: Anna University released the syllabus for TANCET 2023 on the official website. TANCET syllabus is different for MBA, MCA, and M.E/M.Tech/M.Arch/M.Plan courses. It is recommended to familiarize yourself with the complete syllabus before appearing for the exam. 

  • As per TANCET Exam Pattern, the question paper for MBA/ MCA has 100 questions to be attempted in 2 hours. Check TANCET 2023 Exam Pattern
  • TANCET Syllabus for MBA includes 5 sections- Business Analysis, Reading Comprehension, Verbal Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, and Data Sufficiency.
  • TANCET 2023 Syllabus for M.E/M.Tech/M.Arch/M.Plan is divided into 3 parts- Engineering Mathematics, Basic Engineering & Sciences, and specialized subjects depending on the course. ​
  • TANCET MCA Syllabus 2023 includes topics from 4 sections- Quantitative Aptitude, Computer Awareness, Logical Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning.

Candidates must be aware of the important topics in each section of TANCET syllabus to devise a proper preparation plan. Check TANCET 2023 Preparation


TANCET MBA Syllabus

TANCET 2023 MBA Syllabus

TANCET 2023 MBA Syllabus will include 4 sections. Given below is the MBA syllabus for TANCET 2023:

Section Important Topics
Business Analysis

There is no predefined syllabus. 

You will be given business situations in paragraph form, with a few questions

Reading Comprehension and Verbal Ability Reading Comprehension, Synonyms, Antonyms, Fill in the blanks, Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentence Corrections, Idioms, Cloze Test, One Word Substitution,
Quantitative Aptitude Number System, HCF LCM, Percentages, Ratios, Averages, Simple & Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Time Speed & Distance, Time & Work, Mixtures & Allegations, Quadratic Equations, Linear Equations, Logarithms, Series and Progressions, Binomial Theorem, Surds & Indices, Functions, Inequalities, Modulus, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Coordinate Geometry, Permutation & Combination, Probability, Set Theory
Data Sufficiency

There is no set syllabus. 

Number Systems, Arithmetic Topics, and Algebra. Questions on topics of Data Interpretation like Pie Chart, Line Graph, Bar Graph, and Tables

Check Here TANCET Preparation Tips for Quantitative Aptitude

Books for TANCET MBA Preparation

Books details: Authors
TANCET MBA V V K Subburaj
TANCET Data Interpretation Analysis Ashok Gupta
Reasoning Test (Vernal & Non-Verbal) Dr. M.B.Lal & A.K.Singh,
TANCET- General English Dr.B.B.Jain
TANCET- Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams R. S. Aggarwal
New Pattern Tests of Objective English Dr.R.N.Singh
Logical and Analytical Reasoning A. K. Gupta
TANCET- Quantitative Aptitude S.N. Jha
Compendium General English Dr.B.B.Jain
Descriptive General English S. P. Bakshi

TANCET MCA Syllabus

TANCET MCA Syllabus 2023

TANCET MCA will have 4 sections namely, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning, and Computer Awareness. The syllabus for TANCET MCA 2023 is mentioned below:

Section Important Topics
Quantitative Aptitude Number System, HCF LCM, Percentages, Ratios, Averages, Simple & Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Time Speed & Distance, Time & Work, Mixtures & Allegations, Quadratic Equations, Linear Equations, Logarithms, Series and Progressions, Binomial Theorem, Surds & Indices, Functions, Inequalities, Modulus, Geometry, Mensuration, Trigonometry, Coordinate Geometry, Permutation & Combination, Probability, Set Theory.
Analytical and Logical Reasoning Linear and Circular Arrangements, Selections, Coding & Decoding, Direction Sense, Blood Relations, Series, Analogies, Decision Making, Binary Logic, Syllogisms, and Puzzles.
Computer Awareness Computer Hardware, Controls, Basic Terminology, Internet & Protocols, Network Basics, Computer Abbreviations, Security Tools, Shortcuts, History of Computer, Memory, Computer Organization, Input-Output tools, Computer Architecture, Languages, and Algorithms.

Check TANCET Preparation Tips for Computer Awareness

Recommended Books for TANCET MCA Preparation

Book Authors
TANCET MCA V V K Subburaj
Non-Verbal Reasoning B. S. Sijwali & Indu Sijwali/Anjani A Gupta
Master Guide R Gupta/Amit M Agarwal
Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for CAT Gajendra Kumar & Abhishek Banerjee
A complete manual for CAT Knowledge System


TANCET M.Tech/M.Arch./M.Plan Syllabus

TANCET M.E. / M.Tech / M.Arch. / M.Plan. Syllabus 2023

The syllabus for M.E., M.Tech., M.Arch. and M.Plan. will have a similar structure. The question paper will consist of 3 sections

  • Part I of the question paper will have 20 questions, based on the subject of Engineering Mathematics. This part of the paper would be the same for all 4 courses.
  • Part II of the paper will consist of 35 questions, based on the subject Basic Engineering and Sciences. Just like Part I, part II will also be the same across question papers of all 4 courses.
  • Part III of the question paper will have 60 questions. The questions will be based on the candidate's choice. There are 23 subjects that can be chosen for this section
  • Every correct answer awards 1 mark each, with a negative marking of 1/3 marks for an incorrect answer. The time given would be 2 hours.

Part I – Engineering Mathematics

Topics Sub-Topics
Calculus and Differential Equations Partial Derivatives, Jacobians, Taylor’s Expansion, Maxima Minima, Formation of partial differential equations, Solution of a first-order partial differential equation, solution of linear higher order of partial differential equation with constant coefficients, Linear ordinary differential equations with constant coefficients, Simultaneous first order linear equations with constant coefficients,
Transforms Fourier Integral Theorem, Fourier Transform Pair, Sine and Cosine Transforms, Inverse Z Transform, Solution to different equations using Z Transform, Inverse Transform, Laplace Transform, Application to solution of Linear Ordinary Differential Equations with Constant Coefficients,
Functions of Complex Variables and Complex Integration Analytic Functions, Conformal Mapping, Bilinear Transformation, Cauchy’s Integral Theorem and Integral Formula, Taylor and Laurent Series, Singularities, Residues, Residue Theorem & its Applications
Applied Probability Probability and Random Variables, Standard Discrete & Continuous Distribution, Moments, Moment generating functions and their properties, Two-dimensional random variables, Co-variance, Correlation, and Regression.
Determinants and Matrices Solving system of equations, Rank of Matrix, Eigenvalues & Eigenvectors, Reduction of Quadratic form into Canonical form
Vector Calculus Double and Triple integrations and their applications, Gauss Divergence and Stroke’s Theorem
Numerical Methods Solution of linear systems by direct and iterative methods, Interpolation and Approximation, Numerical Differentiation and Integration, Solving Ordinary Differential Equations

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Part II – Basic Engineering and Sciences

Topic Sub-Topics
Physics Sound, Lattices, Ultrasonic Flaw Detector, X-ray radiography, Interference Fringes, Planck’s Quantum Theory, Laser and Fibre Optics
Chemistry Adsorption, Chromatography, Chemical Kinetics, Electrochemistry, Spectroscopy, Fuels and Combustion.
Applied Mechanics Law of Mechanics, Lame’s Theorem, Forces, Moments & Couples, Displacement Velocity & Acceleration, Friction, Moment of Inertia
Material Science Conductor & Semiconductor materials, Ceramic & Super Conductor Materials, Fracture, Magnetic & Dielectric Materials
Mechanical Engineering Law of Thermodynamics, Open & Closed Systems, Equation of State, Heat and Work
Civil Engineering Fluid Statics & Dynamics, Boundary Layer, Pumps & Turbines, Environmental Pollution
Electrical Engineering Ohm’s Law, Kirchoff’s Law, AC Circuits, DC Machines, Transformers, Synchronous Machines, Instrumentation
Computers Computer Organization, Architecture, Arrays, Pointers, User Defined Functions, C-program

Part III – Specialized Subject

This part of TANCET will dependend on the candidate's choice. You can check the syllabus of each subject in the pdf’s provided below: 

Subject Download TANCET Syllabus PDF
Group A
Civil Engineering Click here
Computer Science Engineering and Information Technology Click here
Electrical and Electronics Engineering Click here
Electronics and Communication Engineering Click here
Mechanical Engineering Click here
Group B
Aeronautical & Aerospace Engineering Click here
Agriculture & Irrigation Engineering Click here
Architecture Click here
Automobile Engineering Click here
Biomedical Engineering Click here
Biotechnology Click here
Chemical Engineering Click here
Earth Sciences Click here
Geo-Informatics Click here
Leather Technology Click here
Mathematics Click here
Physics Click here
Printing Technology Click here
Production and Industrial Engineering Click here
Social Sciences Click here
Textile Engineering Click here

Recommended Books for TANCET M.E. / M.Tech / M.Arch. / M.Plan. Preparation

Books details: Authors
TANCET (M.E./M. Arch /M.Plan /M.Tech) V.V.K Subburaj
TANCET M.E/M.Tech Exam Book C.S.Hariram Kumar, Janani, P.Vigneshwari
TANCET M.E (Computer Science and Engineering and Information Technologies) Amit Gupta
TANCET M.E Entrance M. Preshnave
TANCET ME, M.Arch, M.Tech, M.Plan-Anna University Suda's

TANCET Exam Pattern

TANCET 2023 Exam Pattern

Particulars TANCET MBA TANCET MCA TANCET M.Tech/ M.Arch/ M.Plan
Exam Mode Pen-Paper Mode Pen-Paper Mode Pen-Paper Mode
Number of Questions 100 100 115
Exam Duration 2 hours 2 hours 2 hours
Type of Questions MCQs MCQs MCQs
Number of Sections 5 4 3 Parts
Marking Scheme You will get 1 mark for every correct answer and you will lose 1/3 mark for every wrong answer. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

TANCET Syllabus 2023 FAQs

Ques. Is the syllabus for MBA and MCA the same for TANCET 2023? 

Ans. TANCET Syllabus for MBA and MCA is different except for the Quantitative Aptitude section. The other sections of TANCET Syllabus for MBA include Business Analysis, RC, VA, and Data Sufficiency. 

Ques. What is the syllabus for Business Analysis in TANCET Exam 2023 for MBA? 

Ans. The syllabus for TANCET Exam Business Analysis section includes a passage based on different business situations. You will accordingly have to answer the questions. 

Ques. What is the marking scheme of TANCET 2023? 

Ans. TANCET 2023 question paper contain 100 multiple-choice questions. You will get 1 mark for every correct answer and 1/3 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.

Ques. At what level will the mathematical problems be asked in TANCET exam? 

Ans. The mathematical problems in TANCET 2023 exam will be asked from the graduation and 10+2 level. 

Ques. Will there be any penalty for unanswered questions in TANCET 2023 exam? 

Ans. No, there will be no penalty for unanswered questions in TANCET 2023 exam. However, for incorrect answers, 1/3 of the allotted marks will be deducted.

Ques. Is TANCET exam for MBA easy?

Ans. Based on the analysis of previous year's exams, TANCET is considered to be of moderate difficulty. Compared to other MBA exams like CAT, XAT, CMAT, etc., TANCET is easier in terms of the difficulty level of the questions asked.

Ques. What is the expected qualifying mark in TANCET 2023 exam?

Ans. TANCET 2023 qualifying cut off is expected to be above 38 for the general category, between 35 to 38 for backward classes, and above 23 for SC and ST candidates.

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.

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