University of Madras Infrastructure: Hostel, Campus Facilities, Library ,Chepauk, Chennai

Madras University has 4 campuses in Chepauk, Guindy, Marina and Taramani. The University has a sports ground. It offers systematic and scientific training to students of affiliated colleges. Over 17,000 students gain competitive experience from the zonal and inter-zonal competitions organised by the University of Madras anually. Madras University offers separate hostel facilities for girls and boys. The University of Madras infrastructure facility includes modern classrooms, hostels, libraries, a fitness centre and medical centre to cater to the basic needs of students and faculty members. Madras University's library has approximately 300,000 books and about 15,000 journals.

University Of Madras Campus Highlights 

The campus infrastructure highlights are mentioned below:

Particulars University of Madras Campus Highlights
Area 1,150 acres across four campuses
Location  Navalar Nagar, Chepauk, Triplicane, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Hostels
Basic amenities Library, Cafeteria, Hostel, Sports Complex, Auditorium, Research centres, Medical services, etc.
Total campus 4
Library

Wardens & Guest House

6

University Of Madras Hostel Facilities 

Madras University hostels are available on all four campuses, including Chepauk, Guindy, Marina, and Taramani. Each campus has hostel facilities for deserving and needy students on a sharing basis. In total, there are 7 hostels to accommodate students, equipped with all basic amenities, such as a bed, chair, table, cupboard, tubelights, fans, and more. All the hostels are supervised by wardens. For the security of the students, there is 24/7 CCTV surveillance at every hostel. Additionally, the University of Madras has a separate guesthouse to accommodate its participants. It is located behind the existing University Guest House at Marina Campus. It has 2 floors and a total of 22 rooms. One room can be shared by two occupants. It features 1 VIP suite and 2 air-conditioned rooms. The guest house also includes a conference hall, a kitchen with a dining hall, and a storeroom. The campus-wise distribution of hostels is mentioned below:

• Chepauk Campus has 1 PG Hostel for Women
• Marina Campus has 1 PG Hostel for Men
• Guindy Campus has PG Hostel for Men 
• Taramani Campus has PG Hostel for Men and Women

Other hostel facilities include Wifi connectivity, Mess facility, Recreation room and many more.

University Of Madras Hostel Fees 

At the Guindy Campus of Madras University, the hostel room rent is charged at INR 3,000 annually. A caution deposit of INR 5,500 is also required annually from students of the PG Hostel for Men. The hostel fees at UNOM - University of Madras, Taramani Campus are approximately INR 17,000 for a two-year PG course. The University of Madras also has four separate guest houses. The Marina Campus Guest House offers air-conditioned suites and single- and double-occupancy rooms, which can be booked five days in advance and are chargeable. The daily room tariff for the Marina Guest House is detailed below:

Room Tariff per day (in INR)
Room Type  Category of Guest  A Category of Guest B Category of Guest C
Non-AC Twin Sharing (each person) 200 400 600
AC - Single 500 700 1,000
AC- Twin Sharing (each person)  400 800 1,500
Suite (Only two persons)  750 1500  2500

Note: The above-mentioned fees are updated as per the official website for past years and is subject to change.

University Of Madras v/s Other Universities: Hostel Comparison 

Refer tothe table below for comparative analysis of University of Madras hostel with other universities basis parameters such as hostel fee and number of hostels:

University Name

Hostel fee

No. of Hostels Available

Madras University  INR 3,000 (room rent, Guindy Campus) 7
Anna University  INR 37,800 22+
Bharathiar University  INR 8,500 10

Note: The above data is as per past years’ information and is indicative.

University Of Madras Library 

The Madras University Library comprises four campus libraries, including the Madras University Library, Guindy Campus Library, Taramani Campus Library, and Marina Campus Library. The central library of the university spans over 70,000 square feet, housing five stack rooms, a main reading hall, a periodical reading hall, a circulation desk, and an e-resource center. The main library of the University is situated at its Tholkapiar Campus. The University of Madras offers library facilities in both print and digital formats. The library is accessible 365 days from 8.00 AM to 8.00 PM. Its total print collection exceeds more than 3 lakh volumes. Some of the major resource types, along with their collection sizes, are noted below:

  • Books - 293128
  • Journals - 72
  • e-Books - 33+
  • Pamphlets - 8000
  • Theses (Ph.D/M.Phil) - 16212

University of Madras Sports Facilities 

To promote physical fitness, the Madras University Union was established at Rutland House, Chetpet, Chennai. This centre offers multiple facilities, including a pavilion, sports track, athletic track, volleyball court, basketball court, badminton court, and two tennis courts. Students of the University participate in over 30 South Zone and All India Inter-University sports competitions annually. Madras University has the infrastructure for a range of games, such as include Football, Hockey, Handball, Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Cricket, Ball Badminton, Volleyball, and Tennis. Additional highlights are as follows:

• Total number of Games and Sports - 36
• Number of disciplines available for the Inter-University competition - 36
• Competitions are conducted on Zonal and Inter-Zonal bases.

Infrastructure/Facilities

  • Library

    University of Madras' library has a collection of 526625 books, 10030 theses, 260 journals, 100 CD-ROM and more than 4500 e-journals. The library provides the facility of MALIBNET Service, reprographic service and OPAC service. The library also has a subscription of MUL and UGC Infonet DLC.

  • Hostel
    Boys Hostel|Girls Hostel
  • Sports Complex
    Available Facilities:
    Badminton Court|Basketball Court|Tennis Court|Volleyball Court
  • Labs
    Available Facilities:
    Language Lab
  • Cafeteria
    Gym
    Hospital / Medical Facilities
    Wi-Fi Campus
    Shuttle Service
    Auditorium
    A/C Classrooms

Madras University Infrastructure FAQs

Given below are the FAQs about Infrastructure of Madras University:

Q:   How is the library at Madras University?
A:

Madras University has 4 libraries which are located in Chepauk, Guindy, Marina and Taramani campuses. The library on the Chepauk campus is known as the Madras University Library. The library has approximately 3 Lacs books and about 15,000 journals. University of Madras library facilities include facilities for students who are visually impaired, a book bank, research services which are available online and many more.

Infrastructure Reviews

Overall Infrastructure Rating (Out of 5)

4.2

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Yogabalan | Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) - Batch of 2029
Offered by Loyola College
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
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3.8
Placements 3 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 4
It offers a good college life with decent placements for commerce.

Infrastructure: Our classrooms are decent and have basic facilities. Wi-Fi is available, but it becomes slow during peak hours. The library is helpful for us and has good study space. The hostel is safe. The mess food is average, and the canteen gives a better variety. Sports and medical facilities are also available.

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Iniya | B.A. in Journalism - Batch of 2026
Offered by Department of Journalism, Madras Christian College
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
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3.4
Placements 4 Infrastructure 1 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 5 Value for Money 3
Well known for everyone and one of the oldest college.

Infrastructure: Hostel is very worst. Night slots are very dangerous and sleepless nights are more due to event preparation and if less marks are scored at college exams they won't allow you to stay in hostel. Don't stay in Madras Christian College hostel it is very dangerous.

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Fegina nelson | M.Com. in Finance - Batch of 2023
Offered by St. Albert's College
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
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5.0
Placements 5 Infrastructure 5 Faculty & Course Curriculum 5 Crowd & Campus Life 5 Value for Money 5
It is a better college for M.A. economics in Kerala.

Infrastructure: St. Albert's College has a better infrastructure than other colleges. The college has a big library, auditorium, and computer-based labs. The college has a playground, and every year it arranges a tournament. The college canteen is good. The college infrastructure is well-maintained.

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Suraj Suresh | Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.Hons.) - Batch of 2025
Offered by Guru Nanak College
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
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3.0
Placements 2 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 2 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 3
Good enough if you want to pursue a professional course along with a fun college life.

Infrastructure: Most classes are equipped with projectors. Classrooms look decent. The infrastructure appears appealing. Recently, the management has been taking steps to provide more facilities that benefit students and faculty members. The computer labs, auditoriums, and other labs are up to a certain standard, but not the best. As a day scholar, I am not aware of the hostel facilities.

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Balaji M | Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.Hons.) - Batch of 2025
Offered by Guru Nanak College
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
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3.8
Placements 2 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 5 Value for Money 4
My personal experiences in GNC.

Infrastructure: All those in campus facilities are not bad. Had a good experience with all those. Hostel, I'm not sure. Heard the college hostel is bad. Club presence and the importance given to joining those clubs and inter-college or intra-college events are all very nice. But you won't have fests like other colleges. This college actually has an assembly every Monday.

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Manikandan | B.Com. in Marketing Management - Batch of 2025
Offered by Agurchand Manmull Jain College
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
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3.6
Placements 3 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 3
College review by an honest student.

Infrastructure: The facilities and infrastructure of the college are neither good nor too bad, they are average. Wi-Fi has limited access. There is a playground on campus. The canteen is hygienic, and the food is affordable. Sports are available in college, where we can participate and train on the college grounds.

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Daniel Manoj Kuma ... | Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2026
Offered by School of Management D.G Vaishnav College (DGVC)
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
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4.0
Placements 4 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 4
Life at the School of Management, D.G. Vaishnav College.

Infrastructure: The college provides all necessary and healthy conditions for the hostel and other infrastructure. Students can experience all facilities provided for our physical, social, and mental well-being. It is are necessary for pursuing our education.

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Sushmitha D | Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2026
Offered by D D Goverdhan Doss Vaishnav College
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
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4.0
Placements 4 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 4
Good faculty and placement with vibrant campus life.

Infrastructure: The course offers good infrastructure with well-equipped labs and clean classrooms with AC. Wi-Fi, labs, classrooms, and the library are good. It has a decent room and a neat campus. The mess food is good, and the canteen has a wider variety of food. Basic medical support is available.

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Divya Dharshini | Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2026
Offered by School of Management D.G Vaishnav College (DGVC)
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
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4.0
Placements 4 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 4
Absolutely satisfied because of faculty and their way of teaching.

Infrastructure: Facilities and infrastructure available in the MBA department of DG School of Management. It includes two seminar halls, a library, an NSE-installed lab, indoor and outdoor auditoriums, general classrooms, and specialization-based classrooms. Regarding the hostel, good vegetarian food is available at all times. The canteen and cafeteria offer a wide variety of food.

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Vedhaa N | Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2026
Offered by School of Management D.G Vaishnav College (DGVC)
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
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3.4
Placements 4 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 3 Crowd & Campus Life 3 Value for Money 3
My average college review.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure of the overall department is good, but the Wi-Fi facility is not available to the students for personal use. I'm not a hosteller, so I don't know about it. There are no sports events to be enjoyed by MBA students. The campus life for PG students is average, and in my personal opinion, it is not worth the money. The canteen facility is good.

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Gopika Partha | Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2026
Offered by School of Management D.G Vaishnav College (DGVC)
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
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4.0
Placements 4 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 4
Good learning environment with supportive faculty and decent campus facilities.

Infrastructure: The college provides good infrastructure with Wi-Fi, clean classrooms, well-equipped labs, and a decent library. The campus environment is maintained well. Hostel facilities are comfortable with regular cleaning, and the mess food is average but hygienic. Medical support and sports facilities are also available for students.

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Anu varshini | Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2026
Offered by Dwaraka Doss Goverdhan Doss Vaishnav College
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
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4.2
Placements 4 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 5 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 4
Well-structured MBA programme with good faculty.

Infrastructure: The MBA department offers a well-developed academic infrastructure that supports both theoretical learning and practical skill development. Wi-Fi connectivity, A/C classroom, computer lab, library & resources centre, seminar hall & conference rooms, etc, are available.

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Thivakar | Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2026
Offered by School of Management D.G Vaishnav College (DGVC)
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
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4.8
Placements 4 Infrastructure 5 Faculty & Course Curriculum 5 Crowd & Campus Life 5 Value for Money 5
I'm satisfied because classrooms as promised, library, good placements, and well-knowledgeable facul

Infrastructure: Our department has an NSE lab, Wi-Fi facilities, air-conditioned classrooms, resting rooms and a library on campus. Air-conditioned rooms in the hostel, Wi-Fi connections in the hostel. Food, medical facilities, sports and games are of good quality, so I rate 5 stars.

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Shanu Preetham | Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2026
Offered by School of Management D.G Vaishnav College (DGVC)
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
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3.8
Placements 4 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 3
It is a place that gives us a wholesome experience.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure and the amenities provided are the basics and good. We have a well-equipped lab and classrooms which give us smart learning using the monitor and boards. The quality of food is also good. The canteen has a wide range of food. Sports and games are encouraged for students to participate in.

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Thariga s | B.Sc. in Computer Science - Batch of 2028
Offered by Shri Shankarlal Sundarbai Shasun Jain College for Women
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
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4.0
Placements 4 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 4
It is a supportive campus with strong academics and opportunities.

Infrastructure: The department has modern computer labs with systems, internet, and programming environment required for practical sessions, project work, and research. The canteen offers hygienic and quality food. The medical facilities available, such as first aid and health checkups, are taken. Sports facilities such as basketball, volleyball, badminton, cricket, and a gym.

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