| Programme duration | 4 years – 8 semesters (Lateral entry: 3 years – 6 semesters) |
| Maximum duration | As per Anna University regulations |
| Academic year | Odd semester and even semester, as per the Anna University academic schedule |
| Working days | Minimum instructional days per semester as prescribed by Anna University |
| Working week | Monday to Saturday (as per academic calendar) |
| Attendance | Minimum 75% attendance in each course to be eligible for the end-semester examination |
The academic calendar, including commencement of classes, internal assessments and university examinations, is announced at the beginning of every semester and displayed on the notice boards.