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Govt College of Engineering (Autonomous) vs Sona College of Technology (Autonomous) — TNEA Cutoff Comparison 2026

By Sampath Kumar · Updated

Salem vs Salem6 common branchesTNEA 2025 closing marks

Comparing Govt College of Engineering (Autonomous) (TNEA code 2615, Government, Salem) with Sona College of Technology (Autonomous) (code 2618, Private (Autonomous), Salem) on the published TNEA 2025 closing cutoffs. Top OC cutoff: 195 vs 185. Govt College of Engineering (Autonomous) closed higher in 6 of the 6 branches both offer, Sona College of Technology (Autonomous) in 0.

A higher closing cutoff means more applicants ranked that seat above the alternatives — it is a demand signal, not a quality rating. Fees, distance, hostel and placement matter too. Check both against your own cutoff →

At a Glance

Govt College of Engineering (Autonomous)Sona College of Technology (Autonomous)
TNEA code26152618
TypeGovernmentPrivate (Autonomous)
DistrictSalemSalem
Branches with cutoff data718
Highest OC closing cutoff195185
Lowest OC closing cutoff181141.5
Branches closed higher (of 6 common)60

Branch-wise Cutoff, Side by Side

BranchGovt College of Engineering (Autonomous)Sona College of Technology (Autonomous)
OCBCMBCSCOCBCMBCSC
Computer Science and Engineering195194194184185179177.5142.5
Electronics and Communication Engineering194.5193192182.5181176176134.5
Computer Science and Engineering (AI and Machine Learning)194192.5190.5181178.5175172147.5
Electrical and Electronics Engineering192190.5189180.5173.5168167110
Mechanical Engineering184.5180.5176168164.5154.5152.5
Civil Engineering181177174.5167163.5155149111.5

Bold marks the college that closed higher for that branch (OC).

Branches Offered by Only One of Them

Govt College of Engineering (Autonomous) only: Metallurgical Engineering

Sona College of Technology (Autonomous) only: Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Information Technology, Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security), Computer Science and Bussiness System, Computer Science and Design, Electronics Engineering (Vlsi Design and Technology), Electronics and Computer Engineering, Bio Medical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Fashion Technology, Safety and Fire Engineering

FAQ

Which has the higher cutoff, Govt College of Engineering (Autonomous) or Sona College of Technology (Autonomous)?

By TNEA 2025 closing marks, the top OC cutoff was 195 at Govt College of Engineering (Autonomous) and 185 at Sona College of Technology (Autonomous). Govt College of Engineering (Autonomous) closed higher in 6 of the 6 branches both offer, Sona College of Technology (Autonomous) in 0.

What is the CSE cutoff at Govt College of Engineering (Autonomous) vs Sona College of Technology (Autonomous)?

CSE (OC) closed at 195 at Govt College of Engineering (Autonomous) and 185 at Sona College of Technology (Autonomous) in TNEA 2025. Reserved-category marks are in the table.

Is Govt College of Engineering (Autonomous) better than Sona College of Technology (Autonomous)?

This page compares only the published TNEA closing cutoffs, which reflect applicant demand. Govt College of Engineering (Autonomous) is government in Salem; Sona College of Technology (Autonomous) is private (autonomous) in Salem. Weigh fees, location, hostel and the branch you want before deciding.

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Source: TNEA 2025 closing marks published by the Directorate of Technical Education. College Path is an independent guidance platform.

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