The TNEA 2025 selection process for sports quota is based on the merit rank list which will be released on the official website on Jul 10, 2025 tentatively. Candidates who have applied for the sports quota must check the official website to download the merit list PDF.
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Sports candidates appearing for the Tamil Nadu Engineering Admission process must learn about the TNEA 2025 selection process for sports quota. The admission will be done based on the merit list available at the official website. Candidates will be required to log in to the official website with their login ID and password to check the merit list. Those making it to the merit list will be eligible to participate in the TNEA counselling 2025. The TNEA counselling registration is ongoing, and the last date to register for the counselling process is Jun 06, 2025. Students must upload the required documents before Jun 09, 2025
The Tamil Nadu Engineering Admission or TNEA is a completely online process for students to gain admission to top engineering colleges in Tamil Nadu including PSG College of Technology, SSN College of Engineering, Thiagarajar College of Engineering, and many more. Admission to engineering courses is provided to candidates based on their categories, and those with extracurricular and sports backgrounds.
What is TNEA 2025 Selection Process for Sports Quota?
The Tamil Nadu Engineering Admission is an online portal for admission to Engineering programmes after the 10+2 in Tamil Nadu. The admissions are offered to students of numerous categories including those with sports quota. TNEA sports quota selection process is entirely based on merit in the candidate’s choice of sport. The candidates will be divided into 6 categories, each with different marks.
The candidates making it to the merit list will be further eligible for the counselling process. Candidates who have State, National or International games have the upper hand when applying for admissions quickly under the sports quota.
Furthermore, within these categories, those who have played International sports are given priority as more marks are given to those candidates.
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How to Check TNEA 2025 Rank List?
Since the conducting authorities release a merit list for the sports quota selection process in TNEA 2025, candidates must know how to check the rank list. Candidates can follow the steps mentioned below:
- Step 1: Visit the TNEA Official Website - www.tneaonline.org
- Step 2: On the homepage, click on the 'Login' button.
- Step 3: Now, candidates must submit their email ID and password in the provided fields.
- Step 4: After submitting the login credentials, the TNEA 2025 rank list will be displayed on the screen.
- Step 5: Candidates must take their time to review the details mentioned in the rank list carefully and, if desired, download a copy for your reference.
Note: Take a print of the rank list for future reference.
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TNEA 2025 Selection Process for Sports Quota: Important Dates
The counselling dates for the TNEA 2025 selection process will likely be announced in July 2025. The following are the tentative important dates for the TNEA 2025 sports quota selection process:
|
Event |
Date |
|
Issue of Notification |
May 07, 2025 |
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Commencement of Online Registration |
May 07, 2025 |
|
Last date for Registration of Online Applications |
Jun 06, 2025 |
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Last date for Uploading Documents |
Jun 09, 2025 |
|
Certificates Verification at TFC’s (Online) |
Jun 10-20, 2025 |
|
Publication of TNEA Rank List |
Jun 27, 2025 |
|
Grievances Redressal |
Jun 28- Jul 02, 2025 |
|
Start of TNEA counselling for sports quota |
Aug 23, 2025 (Tentative) |
|
End for TNEA counselling for sports quota |
Aug 26, 2025 (Tentative) |
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Marks Awarded for Sporting Events
The sporting events are divided into 6 categories based on which the marks are allocated during the TNEA counselling. The following are the sporting events and the marks allotted per event:
- Marks Awarded for International Events
- Marks Awarded for National Events
- Marks Awarded for State Championship
- Marks Awarded for State-Level Achievements
- Marks Awarded for Divisional-Level Achievements
- Marks Awarded for Recognized District-Level Achievements
Marks Awarded for International Events
Candidates can refer to the table provided below to check the mark distribution for international events:
|
Name of the Competitions |
Marks Allocated for Gold Medal/Certificate |
Marks Allocated for Silver Medal/Certificate |
Marks Allocated for Bronze Medal/Certificate |
Marks Allocated for Participation Medal/Certificate |
|
International (Representing India Olympics/Asian games) |
1000 |
850 |
650 |
300 |
|
International (Games conducted every six months) |
500 |
450 |
400 |
150 |
Marks Awarded for National Events
Candidates can refer to the table provided below to check the mark distribution for national events:
|
Competitions |
Marks Allocated for Gold Medal/Certificate |
Marks Allocated for Silver Medal/Certificate |
Marks Allocated for Bronze Medal/Certificate |
Marks Allocated for Participation Medal/Certificate |
|
National Championships / National Games Organized by National Federations / IOA / MYAS |
190 |
160 |
130 |
50 |
|
School Games Federation of India (SGFI) Meet (National Level) |
190 |
160 |
130 |
50 |
|
All India Rural Sports Meet / PYKKA National Level Rural Competition (National Level) |
190 |
160 |
130 |
50 |
|
National Sports Festival for Women / PYKKA National Level Women Competition (National Level)` |
190 |
160 |
130 |
50 |
|
National Inter-School Competition (National Level) |
190 |
160 |
130 |
50 |
Marks Awarded for State Championship
Candidates can refer to the table provided below to check the mark distribution for the state championship:
|
Competitions |
Marks Allocated for Bronze Medal/Certificate |
Marks Allocated for Participation Medal/Certificate |
|
State Championship Representing Revenue District Organized by State Association |
65 |
20 |
Marks Awarded for State-Level Achievements
Given below are the marks awarded in the TNE admission process for state-level achievements:
|
Competitions |
Marks Allocated for Gold Medal/Certificate |
Marks Allocated for Silver Medal/Certificate |
Marks Allocated for Bronze Medal/Certificate |
Marks Allocated for Participation Medal/Certificate |
|
Bharathiar Day Sports Meet (State Level) |
80 |
65 |
50 |
15 |
|
Republic Day Sports Meet (State Level) |
80 |
65 |
50 |
15 |
|
State Inter-School Competition (State Level) |
80 |
65 |
50 |
15 |
|
KVS / CBSE National Sports Meet (State Level) |
80 |
65 |
50 |
15 |
|
PYKKA (Panchayat Yuva Krida Aur Khel Abhiyan) State Rural Competition |
80 |
65 |
50 |
15 |
|
Chief Minister Trophy / SDAT State Games (State Level |
80 |
65 |
50 |
15 |
Marks Awarded for Divisional-Level Achievements
Candidates can refer to the table provided below to check the mark distribution in TNEA for the divisional-level achievements:
|
Competitions |
Marks Allocated for Gold Medal/Certificate |
Marks Allocated for Silver Medal/Certificate |
Marks Allocated for Bronze Medal/Certificate |
Marks Allocated for Participation Medal/Certificate |
|
Bharathiar Day Sports Meet (Divisional Level) |
60 |
45 |
30 |
10 |
|
Republic Day Sports Meet (Divisional Level) |
60 |
45 |
30 |
10 |
|
KVS Regional / CBSE South Zone Meet (Divisional Level) |
60 |
45 |
30 |
10 |
Marks Awarded for Recognized District-Level Achievements
Given below are the marks awarded for recognized district-level achievements:
|
Competitions |
Marks Allocated for Gold Medal/Certificate |
Marks Allocated for Silver Medal/Certificate |
Marks Allocated for Bronze Medal/Certificate |
Marks Allocated for Participation Medal/Certificate |
|
District Tournaments / Sports Meet / Championships conducted by District Sports Associations (Recognized by SDAT/TNOA) |
45 |
30 |
15 |
5 |
|
District Inter-School Competition / SAI Promotion Games (District Level) |
45 |
30 |
15 |
5 |
|
PYKKA District Level Rural competition |
45 |
30 |
15 |
5 |
|
PYKKA District Level Women competition |
45 |
30 |
15 |
5 |
|
Chief Minister Trophy / SDAT State Games District Level |
45 |
30 |
15 |
5 |
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TNEA 2025 Guidelines for Sports Quota Candidates
To participate in the TNEA 2025 selection process for sports quota candidates must follow a set of guidelines, including the following:
- Candidates must submit all the documents personally to the office.
- The TNEA application form submitted through speed post or any other post is not accepted. Candidates must submit the form before the deadline mentioned on the official website.
- TNEA 2025 application form will be accepted only for the candidates who are playing the sport in the list defined by the committee.
- Candidates must have played the games at least at the National or State level.
- Candidate must produce the documents defined with the application form, with signature of the competent authorities.
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The TNEA 2025 selection process for the sports quota provides a fair and structured pathway for talented athletes to pursue engineering education in Tamil Nadu. With clearly defined evaluation metrics based on sporting achievements at various levels, students can get a competitive edge during the counselling process.
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