CCNA Course Fees in Chennai (2026): Full Cost Breakdown, Exam Fee & Salary
CCNA 7 min read ChennaiUpdated July 2026
The single most common question we get from students in Chennai is simple: how much does a CCNA course actually cost? The honest answer is that the advertised price is rarely the full price. This guide breaks down every rupee — training fee, registration, lab access, the Cisco 200-301 exam fee — plus the salary you can realistically expect once you are certified.
Quick answer
CCNA training in Chennai costs ₹8,000 – ₹45,000 depending on the institute. At Network Rhinos it is ₹12,000 for the complete 2-month hands-on program. The Cisco CCNA 200-301 exam is separate and costs about ₹25,000, paid directly to Pearson VUE.
CCNA course fee breakdown in Chennai
| What you pay for | Cost |
|---|---|
| CCNA training fee (Network Rhinos)Discounted from ₹15,000 · 2-month program | ₹12,000 |
| Registration / seat confirmationAdjusted against the course fee | ₹1,000 |
| Real-device lab accessCisco routers, switches & firewalls | Included |
| Study material + class recordingsLifetime access | Included |
| Placement support & mock interviewsStarts from Day 14 | Included |
| Cisco CCNA 200-301 exam fee (optional)Paid directly to Pearson VUE — USD 300 + GST | ≈ ₹25,000 |
Total to become job-ready without the Cisco exam: ₹12,000. With the official 200-301 certification: about ₹37,000.
What different institutes in Chennai charge
Local coaching centres — ₹8,000 – ₹15,000
Mostly simulator-based, large batches
Hands-on institutes (Network Rhinos) — ₹12,000
Real Cisco devices, small batches, placement support
Corporate / Cisco academy partners — ₹25,000 – ₹45,000
Includes exam voucher in some cases
Price alone is a poor signal. The thing that changes your job outcome is time spent on real Cisco hardware — a ₹8,000 simulator-only course and a ₹12,000 real-lab course are not the same product.
Hidden costs to ask about before you pay
- Lab access charged separately after the course ends
- Recordings locked behind a monthly subscription
- Placement or resume-building sold as a paid add-on
- Exam voucher advertised as "included" but tied to a higher package
- Extra fees for repeating a module or shifting batches
At Network Rhinos all five of the above are included in the ₹12,000 — there is no second invoice later.
What the ₹12,000 CCNA fee includes
CCNA salary in Chennai — is the fee worth it?
Chennai runs a large share of India's network operations centres and managed-services delivery, which keeps demand for CCNA-level engineers steady. Typical pay:
| Role | Salary range |
|---|---|
| Network Support Engineer (fresher) | ₹2.5 – 3.5 LPA |
| Network Engineer (CCNA certified) | ₹3.5 – 6 LPA |
| Network Administrator (1–3 yrs) | ₹5 – 8 LPA |
| Network Security Engineer (2–4 yrs) | ₹6 – 12 LPA |
A ₹12,000 course against a ₹3.5 LPA starting salary pays for itself in roughly six weeks of work. Our students have joined Cisco, Infosys, Wipro, IBM, Citrix and GAVS with packages from ₹4 to ₹6.75 LPA.
How to reduce your CCNA cost in Chennai
- Attend a free demo first so you don't pay for the wrong batch.
- Book the Cisco exam only after your mock scores are consistently above 85%.
- Choose an institute where lab access and recordings are bundled, not metered.
- Start with training and get placed first — many employers reimburse the exam fee.
- Join weekday morning batches, which are usually the least crowded and most interactive.
Frequently asked questions about CCNA fees in Chennai
What is the CCNA course fee in Chennai?
CCNA course fees in Chennai typically range from ₹8,000 to ₹45,000 depending on the institute. At Network Rhinos the CCNA training fee is ₹12,000 (discounted from ₹15,000) for the complete 2-month program, including real Cisco device labs, study material, lifetime recordings and placement support.
How much does the CCNA certification cost in Chennai?
The Cisco CCNA 200-301 exam itself costs USD 300 (roughly ₹25,000 including taxes) and is paid directly to Pearson VUE — it is separate from your training fee. Training plus exam together usually works out to about ₹37,000 in Chennai.
Is the CCNA exam fee included in the course fee?
No. At Network Rhinos the ₹12,000 covers training, labs, material and placement support. The Cisco exam voucher is booked by you directly with Pearson VUE whenever you feel exam-ready, so you are never forced to pay for it upfront.
Can I pay the CCNA course fee in instalments?
Yes. You can confirm your seat with a ₹1,000 registration payment and settle the balance in instalments. Talk to our counsellor on +91 95006 86600 for the current options.
Is a CCNA course worth the fees in Chennai?
Yes for most freshers. Chennai has a dense cluster of network operations centres and IT services companies, and CCNA-certified freshers typically start between ₹3 and ₹6 LPA — recovering the training fee within the first couple of months of a job.
Do you offer a free demo before I pay the fees?
Yes. You can attend a free live demo class and join our CCNA WhatsApp demo community before paying anything.
Get the exact fee for your batch
Talk to our counsellor about batch dates, instalments and the current discount — or attend a free demo class before you pay anything.