Most Popular Course at Madras University Revealed: Shiksha Poll Insights

3 mins readUpdated on Dec 2, 2025 12:49 IST
The University of Madras offers various courses, such as UG, PG, PhD, diploma, and certificate, for students to choose from. These courses are spread across different streams, including Management, Historical Studies, and more. To understand the top choice of students in 2025, Shiksha recently ran a poll asking: ‘Which course are you aiming for at

University of Madras offers many UG, PG, PhD, diploma and certificate courses. These courses are spread across different streams, including Management, Historical Studies, etc. Shiksha recently ran poll asking which course students are aiming for at Madras University? Read on to know poll results.

Table of contents
  • BSc Takes The Lead: Most Popular Course at University of Madras
  • Why is BSc the Most Popular Course?
  • Career Opportunities After BSc
  • List of Madras University Affiliated Colleges offering BSc
  • Top Women’s Colleges Offering BSc at University of Madras
  • BTech: A Strong Contender
  • Other Courses at University of Madras
  • Conclusion
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BSc Takes The Lead: Most Popular Course at University of Madras

Sihksha poll revealed that BSc received highest number of votes and was chosen as top course students want to pursue at Madras University. Poll results point towards  growing popularity of science stream courses. Students are increasingly seeing value in traditional science degrees. Check below to view poll results:

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What are the PG diploma courses at Madras University?
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The university offers PG Diploma courses in nearly 50 specialisations. The Diploma courses are offered in full-time, part-time, and distance modes. Some of the specialisations offered are mentioned in the table given below:

Madras University PG Diploma Specialisations
Labour LawCounselling and PsychotherapyYoga
Logistics and Supply Chain ManagementNaturopathy and Yogic SciencesBanking and Finance
Ethics and Human Resource ManagementGeospatial Data AnalyticsTechnical Writing
Q:   Does Madras University offer MBA HR management?
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Yes, Madras University offers MBA in HR Management. Madras University MBA Admission is done through TANCET conducted by DTE, Tamil Nadu. The minimum eligibility requirement for the course is a bachelor's degree in any subject of the Madras University or any other University accepted by the Syndicate or its equivalent. Candidates seeking admission to MBA courses need to register online through the official website of Madras University. The total tuition fee for the MBA course is between INR 6,800 and INR 2.60 lakh.

Q:   Does Madras University offer MCA?
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Yes, the university offers a two-year MCA course on-campus and through its affiliated colleges. Lateral entry to this PG course is also offered to the PG course. The Institute of Distance Education, Madras University also offer an MCA course. Candidates are admitted to the programme based on merit in the entrance examination conducted by the university. In addition, it is also crucial that each aspirant fulfils the course-specific eligibility criteria. The application process is further online, eligible candidates can apply by visiting the UNOM website (unom.ac.in).

Q:   Is TANCET compulsory for MBA in Madras University?
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Yes,  Madras University MBA admission is completely on the basis of merit in TANCET. Candidates with a score equal to or more than the cutoff marks further become eligible for TANCET counselling. The seat allotment procedure is carried out during the counselling process only. There is no other provision for admission. The candidates for the MBA distance course are admitted based on the scores in the last qualifying exam, which is the UG or equivalent degree. Moreover, it is necessary that each of the aspirants meets the course-specific eligibility criteria.

Why is BSc the Most Popular Course?

Students from Science and other streams have chosen BSc as one of their top courses to pursue. This can be a result of many factors, including scope, career opportunities, program structure, etc.  Let's learn more about BSc at Madras University:

BSc at Madras University: Key Highlights

Particulars

Statistics

Duration

Three years

Top Specialisations

Physics, Chemistry, Microbiology

Seats

12,000+

Admission Criteria

Qualifying exam marks

Fees

INR 1.69 – 8.01 lakh

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Career Opportunities After BSc

Students who have completed BSc have a broad career scope to explore. Students who wish to pursue academics can go for an MSc or an MBA. Students can also get a good-paying job across many fields. Some of the popular fields generally chosen by BSc graduates are Information Technology, Software Development, Pharmaceuticals, Data Science, Agriculture, etc. Following are some of the jobs popular amongst BSc graduates:

  • Lab Technician – INR 2.5 – 3.5 LPA
  • Research Assistant – INR 3 – 4 LPA
  • Quality Control Analyst – INR 3 – 4.5 LPA
  • Data Analyst (with additional skills) – INR 4 – 5 LPA
  • Scientific Assistant – INR 3 – 4 LPA
  • Clinical Research Associate – INR 3 – 4 LPA
  • Pharmaceutical Sales Executive – INR 3 – 4.5 LPA
  • Medical Lab Technician – INR 2.5 – 3.5 LPA
  • Food Safety Analyst – INR 3 – 4 LPA
  • Environmental Analyst – INR 3.5 – 4.5 LPA
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Q:   In which specialisations does Madras University offer MBA?
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Madras University offers MBA in various specialisations in a full-time and distance mode. Some of the specialisations in which the two-year PG course is offered are mentioned in the table given below:

Madras University MBA Admission: Specialisations
Hospital ManagementLogistics and Supply Chain ManagementMarketing Management
Apparel Design ManagementHuman Resource ManagementFinancial Management
System Management--
Q:   Is Madras University BBA course offered at the main campus?
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No, the Madras University BBA course is not offered at the main campus. This course is only offered via colleges affiliated with the university. Some of the colleges offering this course in affiliation with the university are:

  • Loyola College
  • Ethiraj College for Women (Ethiraj)
  • Pachaiyappa's College
  • Shri Shankarlal Sundarbai Shasun Jain College for Women
  • Dwaraka Doss Goverdhan Doss Vaishnav College
Q:   How much is the tuition fees for pursuing BBA at Madras University?
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Once the Madras University BBA merit list is released, students are required to pay the first installment of the tuition fees. As per the fee structure, the total tuition fee to pursue a BBA course ranges from INR 19,710 to INR 2.79 lakh.

Note: The above-mentioned fee is as per the official sources. However, it is indicative and subject to change.

Q:   How much is the Madras University hostel fees for MA students?
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The University of Madras MA course runs for two years. For this duration, the university charges hostel fees ranging from INR 2,080 to INR 1.97 lakh.

Note: The above-mentioned fee is taken from official sources. However, it is subject to change. Hence, it is indicative.

List of Madras University Affiliated Colleges offering BSc

University of Madras offers BSc courses only via its affiliated colleges. Only PG courses are available at the main campus. Some of the colleges with high intake for BSc at Madras University are as follows:

  • Mohamed Sathak College of Arts And Science: 1100
  • Queen Marys College: 1143
  • L N Government College: 691
  • Dr Ambedkar Government Arts College: 452
  • Guru Nanak College: 517
  • Apollo Arts and Science College: 483

Top Women’s Colleges Offering BSc at University of Madras

Madras University has many affiliated colleges that are exclusively for women. This has played a a vital role in empowering women to make a career in the field of Science. These colleges combine academic rigour with a supportive environment, making them top choices for BSc aspirants. Some of the women's colleges offering BSc in affiliation with Madras University are Shri Krishnaswamy College For Women, Soka Ikeda College of Arts and Science SSKV College of Arts and Science For Women, C.M. Annamalai Arts and Science College for Women, Bhaktavatsalam Memorial College for Women, etc, are some of the good womens colleges.

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Q:   What is the cost of MBA in Madras University?
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MBA fee in Madras University includes several components such as the tuition fee, hostel fee (if applicable), registration fee, admission fee, matriculation fee, course completion certificate, etc. MBA course fee vary from the course on-campus and the affiliated colleges as different fee components are added. Further, the tuition fee range for the Madras University MBA course is mentioned below:

Fee ComponentAmount
Total tuition feeINR 6,400 - INR 2.6 lakh

NOTE: The fee range given above is cumulative of courses offered by the university on-campus as well as through its affiliated colleges, hence may vary.

Q:   What is the application fee for all the programmes offered at Madras University?
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To submit the Madras University application form, candidates must pay the application fee within the due date. The fee payment can be done via online mode through credit card/debit card/net banking. Further, the course-wise application fees is mentioned in the table given below:

CourseApplication Fee
Diploma/PG Diploma/MPhilINR 300
Master of LawINR 250
PhDINR 500

NOTE: The fee mentioned here is as per past years’ data, hence is indicative.

Q:   What are the PG Diploma courses available in Madras University distance education?
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The university offers nearly 19 PG Diploma courses in distance mode. These courses are facilitated by the Institute of Distance Education, University of Madras. The Distance PG Diploma courses are available in specialisations, including Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Taxation, Finance and Investment, Hospital Management, Police Administration, Accounting and Finance, Functional Arabic, Human Resource Management, Financial Management, and Teaching Methodology in Music.

Q:   What is the fees of Madras University?
A: 

University of Madras offers various UG PG Diploma and Doctoral courses in popular streams such as Science Engineering Management Humanities Medical etc. Candidates may have to pay a certain amount of fee after getting selected for the respective courses. Find below the Madras University fees for some of the popular courses:

Course NameTuition Fees
PhDINR 1.3 lakh
MCAINR 22000 - INR 77200
MBAINR 6800 - INR 2.6 lakh
MScINR 3000 - INR 2.6 lakh
MEdINR 3000 - INR 24000
MAINR 2100 - INR 1.5 lakh
MComINR 2100 - INR 1.3 lakh
PG DiplomaINR 1000 - INR 4 lakh

Note: This above mentioned fees has been taken from the official website and is subject to change.

BTech: A Strong Contender

While BSc emerged as the top choice, BTech also gained significant votes. Offered through colleges affiliated with the University of Madras, BTech is one of the popular choices of courses among students. Some of the BTech specialisations popular in today’s academic landscape are Computer Science, IT, ECE and others.

Other Courses at University of Madras

Other than BSc and BTech, Madras University has many courses, including BA, BCom, BBA, BVoc, and more. The university also offers many PG courses, such as MCom, MSc, LLM, MTech, etc. Students can check the table below to know some of the Madras University courses and their respective fees:

Course

Total tuition fees

BCom

INR 17,120 – INR 4.98 lakh

BCA

INR 3,520 – INR 2.98 lakh

BTech

INR 15,640

MCom

INR 2,080 – INR 6 lakh

LLM

INR 3,000 – INR 30,000

Executive MBA

INR 1.12 lakh

Conclusion

BSc has been chosen as the most popular course to pursue at the University of Madras. Students’ choices shows that they are interested in Science courses. BTech, BCom, BA, and MBA also remain as top choices. Madras University continues to be a strong stepping stone for students in every stream.

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