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M.Sc. in Zoology
 at 
University of Madras 
Overview

Total Tuition Fees

Duration

2 years

Course Level

PG Degree

Mode of Course

Full Time

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M.Sc. in Zoology
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M.Sc. in Zoology
 at 
University of Madras 
Fees

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3,000
965
3,965
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M.Sc. in Zoology
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   Can I take admission in MSc programme at Madras University without appearing in any entrance exam?
A: 

Yes, admission criteria for University of Madars MSc courses are merit-based. Thus, candidates who wish to take admission to MSc courses are not required to take any entrance test. They are just required to fill out the application form available on the university's official website.

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Q:   What is the tuition fee for MSc course at Madras University?
A: 

Madras University MSc tuition fees range from INR 3,000 to INR 5 lakh. This fee is provided in a range because the fee for each specialisation differs. Moreover, 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.

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Q:   What is the eligibility to apply for MSc course at University of Madras?
A: 

The University of Madras MSc eligibility criteria differs according to the students preference of a particular specialisation at the university. Please refer to the table below to view the specialisation wise requirements.

  1. For MSc in Criminology and Criminal Justice Science, candidates must have a bachelor's degree in the relevant discipline from a recognised board.
  2. MSc in Statistics specialisation, a BSc in Statistics and Maths is a requirement. 
  3.  To avail admission for MSc in Computer Science, a degree from a recognised institution in BSc CS or BCA is a prerequisite. 
  4.  For MSc in Neuroscience, students should have passed in BSc in Life Science/ BSc in Physical/ Chemical Science from a recognised academic institution or should have either an MBBS or BAMS, BUMS,BDS,BNYS,BPT or BOT degrees. 
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Q:   What documents are required while filling out MSc application form at Madras University?
A: 

Students seeking admission are required to submit certain documents at the time of DIT MBA application submission. Mentioned below are the documents to be uploaded

  • 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)
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Q:   Is MSc available at Madras University?
A: 

Yes, Madras University offers an MSc programme. It is a postgraduate programme offered with various specialisations. Some of these specialisations are  Biotechnology, Neuroscience, Mathematics, and more. Tabulated below are the key highlights of this programme:

Particulars

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Duration

Two years

Mode

Full time

Eligibility

UG degree from a recognised university of India in relevant discipline

Selection Criteria

Qualifying Exam Marks

Fee

INR 3,000 to INR 5 lakh

Note: The above information is taken from official sources. However, it is subject to change.

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M.Sc. in Zoology
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Placements

ParticularsStatistics (2024)
Median SalaryINR 4.20 Lakh
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M.Sc. in Zoology
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Entry Requirements

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M.Sc. in Zoology
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Admission Process

  • Entrance Test
  • Merit Screening

Important Dates

Apr 23 - Jul 7, 2025
Application 2025 start and end date

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M.Sc. in Zoology
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Students also asked

Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for the BSc programme offered at Madras University?
A: 

To gain admission into the BSc course at Madras University, students must have passed Class 12 or an equivalent qualification with at least of 40% aggregate from a recognised board. The marks that a student earned in the qualifying examination are counted by the university while admitting the student. Additionally, students must ensure whether they meet the specific requirements put forward by the affiliated colleges. Basic educational qualifications are requirements to be eligible for getting a seat in Madras University's BSc course for calendar year 2024.

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Q:   What is the total tuition fee structure for BSc at Madras University?
A: 

Madras University BSc programme runs for a three-year duration. The total tuition fees for the programme range from INR 17,120 to INR 4.98 lakh. At the time of University of Madras course admissions, students may be required to pay the first installment of the fees.

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

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Q:   Who are the top recruiters of Madras University?
A: 

Madras University has a good network of recruiters. Some of the leading companies that visit the University of Madras for placements are tabulated below:

Top Recruiters

GSK

Cognizant

Infosys

State Bank of India

Wipro

Accenture

Q:   How can I get admission in Madras University?
A: 

Madras University admissions are both merit and entrance-based. For admission to courses such as MBA, MCA, BArch, etc., the university accepts scores of entrance exams such as TANCET and NATA. Further, admission to courses such as MA, MSc, MCom, etc., admissions are offered based on scores of last qualifying exam. To secure a seat at UG & PG courses at Madras University, candidates have to go through the following selection process:

  1. Application Process
  2. Selection Rounds (Direct/ entrance-based)
  3. Counselling process/ Merit list release
Q:   What is the application fee for all the programmes offered at Madras University?
A: 

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.

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Answered 6 years ago

You can give GATE exam or else directly apply with your B.Sc marks to a college of your own choice, but before that you need to check the criteria that they have set.

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Swapnaneel Bhuiya

Scholar-Level 17

Answered 6 years ago

Yes, you can surely do MSc in Zoology, you have a good score in graduation.

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Vijay Singh Kholiya

Guide-Level 15

Answered 6 years ago

Yes, you can apply for the course at Madras University, check their website for application details.

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BASIL PAUL K

Guide-Level 15

Answered 6 years ago

M.Sc is Master’s degree, when you do this your future is bright, because you can get many opportunities.

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Praveen Prajapati

Guide-Level 11

Answered 7 years ago

Please refer to the link provided below for details regarding admissions in University of Madras, Chepauk for M.Sc in zoology. You can download their brochure for further details like entrance exams required, to apply for admission, last application dates, etc. https://www.shiksha.com/university/uni

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