Distance/Correspondence

The Institute of Distance Education at the University of Madras provides a diverse range of undergraduate programs across various disciplines. These include Arts and Humanities, Commerce, Science, IT, Management, and Performing Arts. The offered courses encompass BA, BCom, BSc, BCA, BBA, and Bachelor of Literature in Tamil (BLit in Tamil), each with a standardized course duration of three years. The institute employs a merit-based selection process for undergraduate admissions, utilizing a first-come-first-serve basis. Madras University Distance Education publishes the cutoff for admissions into its various courses on its officialk website. 

To qualify for any undergraduate program, students must have completed their intermediate education with a minimum percentage from a recognised board. Selection is based on the scores obtained in the university's own entrance exam. The UG level offers various prescribed courses including B.A, B.Sc, BBA, BCA, and others.

At the postgraduate level, the University of Madras IDE offers courses such as MBA, M.A, M.Sc, MCA, and MCA (Lateral). Eligibility for these programs requires a relevant undergraduate degree from a recognised university. Admission is granted based on a qualifying score in the university's entrance exam. For the MBA program, the university accepts national-level exams like CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT for admission.

Madras University Distance Education offers a diverse range of undergraduate courses across various disciplines. The B.A. programs, comprising nine courses, are available at tuition fees ranging from 16.7 K to 25.4 K. Similarly, the B.Sc. courses, totaling three in number, have tuition fees ranging from 20 K to 27.5 K. The B.Com. programs, consisting of four courses, are priced between 19.6 K and 21.8 K. Additionally, the BCA course is available at a fee of 27.5 K, while the BBA programme and BFA programme are priced at 19.7 K and 25.4 K, respectively. These undergraduate courses cater to a variety of interests and academic pursuits, providing students with a comprehensive education. The eligibility criteria for these programs vary and include examination requirements such as CBSE 12th, ISC, and more. The courses are designed to equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills for their chosen fields.