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Madras University Ranking 2025

Q: Which University is better for BA, Madras University or Mysore University?

Madras University BA college comparison is made in contrast to the Mysore University offering the BA programme in various specialisations. Various parameters have been taken into consideration while making the comparison. Madras University BA fees ranges between INR 3,200 and INR 2.2 Lacs while on another hand the fees charged by Mysore University for BA programme ranges from INR 8,200 to INR 4.5 lakh.

Q: Which University is better for BA, Madras University or Mumbai University?

Madras University BA college comparison is made in contrast to the University of Mumbai offering the BA programme. Various parameters have been taken into consideration while making the programme comparison. Madras University BA fees ranges from INR 3,200 to INR 2.2 Lacs while the fees charged by Mumbai University for BA programme ranges from INR 2,400 to INR 14.6 lakh. Madras University NIRF ranking 2023 is 50 while the NIRF ranking for Mumbai University is 56 for University. Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

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Madras University is a highly regarded university and has been ranked by multiple ranking bodies under multiple categories. It's good ranks over the years reflect upon the fact that it is one of the top educational institutes. In the NIRF 2025, Madras University ranked in the #68 under the 'Overall' category.

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Madras University Ranking Highlights 2025
NIRF Ranking 2025
Outlook Ranking 2026
The Week Ranking 2026
QS World University Rankings Ranking 2026
University of Madras Course Ranking
University of Madras Student Reviews

University of Madras
Madras University Ranking Highlights 2025

Madras University has been continuously recognised as one of the leading institutes by numerous national ranking agencies. The institute is ranked #68 in the Overall category, #38 under University, and #18 under State Public University by the NIRF 2025. The academic reputation, dedicated faculty, and well-laid infrastructure are some of the reasons of the institute's high ranks among numerous ranking agencies. The article below covers all the information around Madras University rankings:

Rank publisher & CategoryRank

MBA/PGDM

Outlook, 2026

#24

3rd Best among Outlook ranked colleges in Chennai in 2026->

Business & Management Studies

NIRF, 2025

#68

5th Best among NIRF ranked colleges in Chennai in 2025->

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Q: Is University of Madras ranked?

Yes, Over the past few years, the University of Madras Rankings have been given for multiple streams, namely Management, and others. A few of the important University of Madras rankings are mentioned below:

Ranking Body	Ranks
QS WUR Ranking By Subject 2025	401-450
QS Sustainability Ranking 2025	1501+
NIRF 2024 under the State Public University category	12
NIRF 2024 under the University category	39
NIRF 2024 under the Overall category	64
QS World University Rankings 2024 under the Top Global Universities category	526
The Week 2023 under the University (Overall) category	14
Outlook 2023 for MBA (Government)	18
US News 2023 under the University (Overall) category	49
NIRF 2023 under the University (Overall) category	50
QS World University Rankings 2023 under the Southern Asia category	51
NIRF 2023 under the Overall category	65
QS World University Rankings 2023 under the Asia category	251-260
QS World University Rankings 2023 under the Top Global Universities	541-550

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Q: Which University is better for BA, Madras University or Mysore University?

Madras University BA college comparison is made in contrast to the Mysore University offering the BA programme in various specialisations. Various parameters have been taken into consideration while making the comparison. Madras University BA fees ranges between INR 3,200 and INR 2.2 Lacs while on another hand the fees charged by Mysore University for BA programme ranges from INR 8,200 to INR 4.5 lakh.

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Q: Which University is better for BA, Madras University or Mumbai University?

Madras University BA college comparison is made in contrast to the University of Mumbai offering the BA programme. Various parameters have been taken into consideration while making the programme comparison. Madras University BA fees ranges from INR 3,200 to INR 2.2 Lacs while the fees charged by Mumbai University for BA programme ranges from INR 2,400 to INR 14.6 lakh. Madras University NIRF ranking 2023 is 50 while the NIRF ranking for Mumbai University is 56 for University.

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University of Madras
NIRF Ranking 2025

According to the rankings from NIRF, Madras University outperformed various other institutes, securing a higher position for its achievements in Teaching, Graduation Success Rates, Research, and creating an inclusive, quality learning environment. Madras University's rankings in 'Overall' category have shown a fluctuating trend as per the rankings of the previous years. In 2025, Madras University fell 4 ranks to #68 rank in the 'Overall' category by the NIRF ranking.

The ranks granted to the ins

The ranks granted to the institute in the 'University' category have shown an increasing trend when compared to last year's rankings. In 2025, Madras University climbed 1 rank to #38 rank in the 'University' category by the NIRF ranking. This is the second consecutive year that the institute has ascended in the rankings.

The rankings of the institute in the 'State Public University' category have displayed a decreasing trend when evaluated against previous year's ranking. In 2025, Madras University fell 6 ranks to #18 rank in the 'State Public University' category by the NIRF ranking.

Check out the updated rankings and category details from different ranking bodies below.

Category	2025
Business & Management Studies	68

University of Madras Ranking
NIRF Ranking Comparison

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University of Madras
Outlook Ranking 2026

Madras University has received strong ranks by the Outlook-ICARE under the 'MBA (Government)' category. Provided parameters including, Teaching, Graduation Outcome, Inclusivity and Research, the institute is ranked in a good position as compared to other institutes by the Outlook-ICARE 2024. It is to be noted that the Madras University's rankings in 'MBA (Government)' category have demonstrated a decreasing trend as per the rankings of the previous years. In 2024, Madras University fell 7 ranks

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Category	2026
MBA/PGDM	24

University of Madras Ranking
Outlook Ranking Comparison

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IIITM Gwalior Compare	22
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University of Madras	24
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University of Madras
The Week Ranking 2026

As per The Week ranking, Madras University has secured a superior rank compared to numerous other institutes, indicating that the institute is considered to be doing better in terms of various factors evaluated by The Week ranking system. Students can check the table below for a comprehensive overview of Madras University rankings 2023:

University of Madras Ranking
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University of Madras
QS World University Rankings Ranking 2026

Through the years, the QS World University Rankings for Madras University indicate the institute's strong performance in crucial areas such as the quality of education, conducting impactful research, the expertise of faculty members, and overall institutional management. These good rankings not only prove the institute's positive reputation but also highlight its excellence across diverse domains, evaluated against the standards established by the QS World University Rankings. It is to be noticed that the institute has shown a fluctuating trend in the 'Asia' category as compared to the ranking of preceding years. In 2024, Madras University fell 40 ranks to #291 rank in the 'Asia' category by the QS World University Rankings.

In the 'Southern Asia' category, the institute's ranks have descended when evaluated against previous year's ranking. In 2024, Madras University fell 16 ranks to #67 rank in the 'Southern Asia' category by the QS World University Rankings.

Madras University's rankings in 'Top Global Universities' category have exhibited an increasing trend as per the rankings of the previous years. In 2024, Madras University climbed 15 ranks to #526 rank in the 'Top Global Universities' category by the QS World University Rankings. Check the Madras University rankings by the QS World University Rankings in the table provided below:

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University of Madras
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Is University of Madras approved?

Answered 2 weeks ago

University of Madras is accredited with A+ Grade by NAAC. Madras University Chennai has 131 affiliated colleges & 18+ schools of study. Chennai University of Madras also has a distance education centre that offers various courses in the streams of Arts & Science.

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Is University of Madras tier 1 university?

Answered 2 weeks ago

University of Madras has all the qualities of a tier 1 university. The university placements are quite good. Also, the scholarships given by the university are good. The university has been rated 4.2/5 as per the Shiksha verified review.

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Who is eligible for University of Madras admissions?

Answered 2 weeks ago

For the MA Ancient History and Archaeology (Regular & Self Supportive) course, the eligibility criteria is A students who has passed any UG Degree Examination of this University or an examination of other universities accepted by the Syndicate as
equivalent thereto.

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Entrance exam type of madras university in medical microbiology

Answered 5 months ago

Madras University uses a merit-based admission process for its M.Sc. Medical Microbiology program, based on marks in the qualifying undergraduate degree. While the university doesn't have a specific entrance exam for this program, it does use entrance exams like TANCET for other courses such as MBA

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Is TANCET compulsory for MBA in Madras University?

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Yes, The Madras University requires the TANCET exam for MBA admissions. Anna University conducts the TANCET exam for state level MBA and MCA admissions. PG admissions in Tamil Nadu for MBA and MCA courses is done based on TANCET exam followed by the TN MBA MCA counselling process.

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