M.A. in Arabic 

at Madras University, Chepauk

The total tuition fee to pursue MA from Madras University ranges from INR 2,100 to INR 2 lakh. There is a range in the fee because the fee for each specialisation can be different from the other. This fee only includes the tuition fee for a two-year course duration.

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

For admission to Madras University MA courses, candidates are required to submit the application form. To apply, follow these steps:

1. Visit the online admission portal.

2. Register by providing the required documents.

3. Login with credentials generated in the earlier step.

4. Fill out the required details and upload documents and pay application fee of INR 200.

5. Preview and submit.

The MA eligibility criteria  at Madras University, differs on the choice of specialisation. Check below to know the course-wise eligibility requirements:

• MA Political Science:  BA Political Science or any other degree recognised by the University of Madras.
• MA Economics: BA Economics/BCom/BA Corporate Secretaryship/ Mathematics/BSc Statistics.
• MA Journalism & Mass Communication:  Preference for candidates with a media background and experience of not less than three years.
• MA English: BA English or BA & BSc with Part-II English.

The Madras University MA application form can be filled out online. While filling out the form, students are required to upload scanned copies of certain documents. Below are the required documents:

• Class 10 and12 marksheets
• UG degree
• UG marksheets
• Transfer certificate
• Migration certificate
• Income certificate (applicable for candidates seeking admission via EWS category)
• Caste certificate (if required)

Madras University placement rate has not been published, but in 2024, 483 students were placed out of 1298 students in PG -2year program. While only 7 students out of 24 secured placements in PG -3year program.

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 has not yet published its placement report, In the meantime students can have a look at the table below presents the placement report of Madras University according to the NIRF report 2025:

NOTE: The data has been taken from the NIRF report 2025

The highest package for Madras University has not been released yet for 2024, but the median package for PG 2-year and PG 3-year stood at INR 4.20 LPA and INR 4.80 LPA respectively. The same is given in the table below: