Anna University, established in 1978 and named after the legendary statesman Bharat Ratna Dr. C.N. Annadurai, stands as one of India's premier technical universities and the foremost institution for engineering and technology education in Tamil Nadu. Headquartered at Guindy, Chennai, on a sprawling 85-acre campus, Anna University serves as both a unitary university offering direct programs and an affiliating university for over 500 engineering colleges across Tamil Nadu.
The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, M.Phil, and Ph.D. programs across 13 faculties including Engineering, Technology, Science and Humanities, Information and Communication Engineering, and Management Studies. Anna University is renowned for its rigorous academic standards, distinguished faculty comprising leading researchers and academicians, and significant contributions to technological innovation and industrial development.
The university houses 43 departments, several centers of excellence, and research facilities in emerging areas like nanotechnology, renewable energy, robotics, artificial intelligence, and biotechnology. With strong industry collaborations involving companies like Infosys, TCS, Bosch, and international partnerships with universities worldwide, Anna University facilitates cutting-edge research and knowledge transfer.
The institution has produced thousands of engineering graduates who have achieved success globally in technology companies, research organizations, entrepreneurship, and academia. Anna University's examination system sets standards for engineering education across Tamil Nadu. The vibrant campus features world-class infrastructure including modern laboratories, comprehensive library, auditoriums, sports facilities, hostels, and active student chapters of professional societies like IEEE, ACM, and SAE fostering technical excellence and innovation.