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Madras University Admission Overview 2026

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for MA course at University of Madras?
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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.
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Q:   What is the eligibility to apply for MSc course at University of Madras?
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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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Madras University Eligibility & Selection Criteria 2026

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Q:   What is the cost of missing on attendance at Madras University?
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As per the Madras University rule book, all students must have 75% and above attendance for appearing for the university exams. (Theory/Practical). If a Student fails to have the minimum attendance, the principal shall approve the shortage of attendance up to a maximum limit of 10% after collecting the prescribed fee of INR 250 each for Theory/Practical exams separately. For further details, please visit the official website of the university. 

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Q:   How to join Madras University for BCom programme?
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Applicants wishing to be admitted to the BCom programme of Madras University need to apply by filling out the online application form that can be found on its official website. The application process could be accompanied by personal, guardian, and educational details coupled with the uploading of required documents and the application fee. The university will subsequently publish its merit list by taking into account past academic records of applicants. After short listing, selected applicants whose names appear on the list must pay for the admission fee for the whole course period, as decided by specialisation and the college allotted for the confirmation of seats.

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Q:   What is the TANCET 2025 exam date for admission to MBA at Madras University?
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University of Madras accepts TANCET scores for admission to its MBA courses. This test is conducted by Anna University. The university has released the exam schedule. As per that, Anna University is going to conduct the TANCET 2025 exam on Mar 22, 2025.

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Madras University Admission Process 2026

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Q:   How can I get admission in Madras University?
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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 documents are required while filling out the MA application form at Madras University?
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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)

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B.Sc. Admissions 2026

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  • 10+2 with 40% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC, Tamilnadu 12th, UP 12th, MPBSE 12th, Kerala 12th
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NIRF Student Diversity Report 2025

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University of Madras PG - 2 years student admission report: OverallAccordion Icon V3
PG 2 years2024-25
Total students3287
% Female students
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Total students97
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Madras University Application Process 2026

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Q:   How to apply to Madras University?
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Students should apply online using the University's official website. For admission to UG and PG courses, Madras University accepts a number of national-level entrance exams. After successfully registration, students should take the course-specific entrance test to be considered for admission. The University will publish a merit list of selected students basis their test scores. Students whose names appear on the merit list should pay the admission fee to secure their places. 

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Q:   What is the application fee for all the programmes offered at Madras University?
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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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Q:   Is Madras University BA admission merit-based or entrance-based?
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Madras University BA admissions are entirely merit-based for the academic year 2024. The University and its affiliated colleges and institutes does not accept any entrance examination scores. 

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4.2/5
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Prominent hiring companies included Accenture, Wipro, ICICI Bank, TCS, and Deloitte, among others.
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Practical exposure is not provided for students so they lack many skills which is the reason behind nil placements.
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Offered by Shri Shankarlal Sundarbai Shasun Jain College for Women
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Overall, I feel proud to be a part of Shasun Jain College. I recommend it to my friends and family.
Placements: Around 80% of students are placed in my course and gain experience in jobs. The highest package is Rs. 70,000 and the lowest is Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 40,000. Infosys, Wipro, and other top companies recruit from our college. Around 80% scholarship is given. Top roles offered are HR and Manager.
Infrastructure: I truly admire this place for its good facilities. It has a friendly and supportive environment. The campus is modern, clean, and spacious. Classrooms are bright and well-ventilated. They have smart boards and projectors. I also get to use computer labs, science and commerce laboratories. The library is fully automated. It has a huge collection of books, journals, and digital resources. It offers a quiet, comfortable space for study and research. The Wi-Fi enabled campus, sports complex, and amphitheater are well maintained. The canteen is clean, spacious, and hygienic. It makes the perfect place to relax between classes. The food is fresh, healthy, and reasonably priced.
Faculty: Teachers are helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable. The classes are engaging. The course curriculum is relevant, and it makes the students ready for the industry. The pass percentage for the semester is 80%, and it is maintained efficiently. Students gain a lot of support from the scholarships given.
Other: I chose this because I am interested in business and management. Events are very engaging and fun for students to get out of their comfort zone and show their talents.
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Overall, I would recommend this college to my friends and family.
Placements: Around 80% of students get placed, with companies like Infosys, TCS, and Cognizant visiting our campus. In my course, mostly 70% of students get placed. The lowest package offered is Rs. 15,000. The top roles offered are mostly based on communication, such as telecalling or communication management.
Infrastructure: Our college has good facilities. The quality of food is very good. We have a ground, and sometimes we have PT periods to keep our bodies fit and healthy. There is also a gym. The medical facilities are really good for both mental and physical health.
Faculty: Teachers are helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable. The course curriculum is very relevant. It is easy to understand and study. The semester exams are mediocre, and the pass percentage seems to be around 50 percent. Teachers are very helpful in understanding the curriculum. When the semester exams are near, we feel well-prepared due to all the coaching provided by the management, which makes us stress-free.
Other: I chose the course because it was relevant for me. The best thing about my course is that it's universal. You can apply it anywhere. I hope they include more field trips in our particular course. The events and fests in the college are very nice and entertaining. They act as a stress buster when you're stressed about exams.
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Great infrastructure and faculty.
Placements: 80 percent of the students got placed. The highest LPA is 8 LPA and the lowest is 4 LPA. Top recruiters are TCS, Cognizant, Deloitte, Entrust, and Infosys. My course doesn't have an option of placement because we have to do Masters before getting placed.
Infrastructure: The classrooms, labs, and library are well-equipped. The psychology lab has a comprehensive set of equipment that fosters learning. Hostel is available. The food and medical facilities are good. There are multiple sports teams and the courts are well-equipped.
Faculty: Most teachers are well-qualified and knowledgeable. Their teaching quality is good. The course curriculum is set by Madras University as our college is affiliated to them. The course is very relevant and makes the students industry-ready by including courses such as counselling psychology, psychopathology, and organizational psychology.
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Highly recommended for the B.Com General course in the Women's College in Chennai.
Placements: Around 85 percent of students are placed. The highest package was 8 LPA, the minimum was 2.5 LPA, and the average was 3 LPA. Top recruiting companies visited include HDFC Bank, Deloitte, TCS, Trust, Sutherland, Wipro, Cognizant, etc. With the help of internships and placement training provided by the college, the students were confident enough to face the interview.
Infrastructure: The facilities provided are really good, with Wi-Fi-enabled facilities in the lab and the library. Classrooms are well-lit, and smart board facilities are used where professors use presentations to cover various topics. The library has a huge collection of books with various genres and has a nice, great environment for studying.
Faculty: The college doesn't have hostel or dorm facilities specifically. Canteen food is hygienic and serves good-quality food. The snacks and meals are tasty and affordable. Apollo Shine is our college medical room with an experienced nurse and highly qualified doctors' support in case of emergencies. Sports facilities are also good with a ground, a cricket net, and proper coaching.
Other: I chose the B.Com general course at Shasun because I was very interested in commerce and wanted to pursue a career in corporate leadership. Our college is one of the best women's colleges in Chennai, which offers a B.Com course curriculum. Our department staff have encouraged me in various events and competitions, which helped me build my confidence, leading to various opportunities and leadership roles, which I ended up being a part of as a Core student council member, as Club Secretary in my final year.
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Really good experience, trained faculty.
Placements: 75 percent of placement, top companies recruiting being entrust, cognizant, deloitte, internship offered in the retail sector, with value-added courses that meet the companies' requirements. The placement opportunities are good and one of the highlights of my college.
Infrastructure: The course and hostel facilities in our college are both quite good and have made my overall experience really enjoyable. The course is well structured and focuses on theory and practical learning. The syllabus is updated and easy to understand, guiding us to meet the real-life problems.
Faculty: The faculty and curriculum in our college are really commendable and play a major role in making the learning experience enjoyable. The professors are highly qualified, knowledgeable, and professional, paving the way for the students. The curriculum is well-designed to meet the students' needs.
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Offered by Shri Shankarlal Sundarbai Shasun Jain College for Women
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Completely satisfied with my college and the system.
Placements: Most of our students were successfully placed in reputed companies. The average package offered was up to 4 LPA. Top companies like TCS, Deloitte, Cognizant, Infosys, Entrust, Capgemini, and EY visited our campus for recruitment. Nearly 85% of us also got internships in reputed firms, mainly in finance, auditing, taxation, and company law departments. The roles offered included Company Secretary Trainee, Financial Analyst, Audit Assistant, and Compliance Executive. Overall, the course helped us build strong professional skills and gave us a great platform to start our corporate careers.
Infrastructure: My college has good infrastructure with clean classrooms, smart boards, and strong Wi-Fi. The commerce labs are well-maintained and have the software we need for practical. The library and study space are quiet and really helpful for project work. The campus has a canteen with good and affordable food options, and the mess food is hygienic. There are sports facilities for both indoor and outdoor, a gym, and basic medical help available on campus.
Faculty: The faculty members in our department are very supportive, approachable, and highly qualified in their subjects. They explain concepts clearly and often guide us personally with projects and placements. The teaching quality is excellent. Classes are interactive and focus more on understanding than rote learning. Regular assessment, assignments, and discussions make the learning process engaging and effective.
Other: I chose B.Com Corporate Secretaryship because it combines commerce with company law and management, which gives a strong base for corporate careers. The best part is learning about real business practices, legal procedures, and getting practical exposure through projects and seminars, I wish the course had more industry visits and live project opportunities. It would also be better if there were more workshops and updated study materials to match current industry trends.
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Madras University Admission 2026 FAQs

Q:   Is an MBA at the University of Madras advisable or not?
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Madras University offers MBA (Regular & Self-supportive) programme at the postgraduate level. The University of Madras offers this programme for a duration of two-year in a full-time mode. Madras University MBA admission 2022 is completely entrance-based. The university has not officially released the placement data 2023. Although, NIRF has released the placement data 2023. According to the report, the combined median package for MA, MSc and MBA stood at INR 3.60 LPA. On an overall basis, more than 1,500 Shiksha verified students have given the University of Madras 3.9 stars out of 5. As per the student reviews, Mahendra and Caterpillar are the top recruiting companies for MBA graduates. Over 50% of students got internships at SBI.

Q:   Is it worth doing MBA in Madras University?
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Yes, Madras University is a good option to pursue an MBA degree for admission to management courses. The university is ranked 39 among top universities in India as per the NIRF 2022 rankings. As per the NIRF report 2023, during Madras University placements 2022, the median package offered to PG (2 years) students were INR 3.60 LPA and 440 candidates were placed. In addition, a growth of almost 79% was recorded in the 2022 median package for PG (2 years) courses when compared with 2021. Furthermore, the Madras University MBA distance course is approved by UGC-DEB.

Q:   What is the cut-off of MCA programme at Madras University?
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Madras University offers MCA (regular and lateral entry) at the postgraduate level. Admission to this course is completely entrance-based. For MCA in Madras University, candidates need to appear for TANCET conducted by DTE, Tamil Nadu. Tabulated below is the cutoff 2022 for MCA programme for various categories:

Exam

Category

All India Rank

TANCET

General

1676

TANCET

OBC

251

TANCET

SC

659

TANCET

PWD

206

TANCET

EWS

546

Q:   Does Madras University offer MBA HR management?
A: 

Yes, Madras University offers MBA in HR Management. Madras University MBA Admission is done through TANCET conducted by DTE, Tamil Nadu. The minimum eligibility requirement for the course is a bachelor's degree in any subject of the Madras University or any other University accepted by the Syndicate or its equivalent. Candidates seeking admission to MBA courses need to register online through the official website of Madras University. The total tuition fee for the MBA course is between INR 6,800 and INR 2.60 lakh.

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Can I get a fee refund if I withdraw my admission from Madras University?

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Yes, Madras University does offer a refund of fees in case of withdrawal of admission. The university offers refunds as per UGC norms. The below table contains the entire fee refund policy followed by the university:

Percentage of Refund

Point of time when the application for withdrawal of admission by the applicant is received in the Institution

100% 

15 days or more before the formally notified last date of admission

90% 

Less than 15 days before the formally notified last date of admission

80% 

15 days or less after the formally notified last date of admission

50%

30 days or less, but more than 15 days after the formally notified last date of admission

No refund

More than 30 days after formally notified last date of admission 

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Is admission open at Madras University for 2026?

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Yes, Madras University admissions for the academic year 2026 are expected to open soon. As per the previous year's schedule, the admissions generally open in January of the current academic year. Candidates aspiring to take admission must visit the official website of the university to stay updated.

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Am I required to pay any fees to secure my BBA admission at University of Madras?

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Yes, students who are offered admission to the University of Madras BBA programme and wish to secure it must pay the fees. Usually, to confirm admission, the university requires students to pay a one-time fee of INR 850. Along with this, students are also asked to pay the first installment of tuitio

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Can I take admission in Madras University BBA without an entrance test?

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Yes, ofcourse! The admission to the BBA coyrse at MAdras University is not entrance based. There is no need to appear for any kind of entrance exam to take the admission in BBA. Interested candidates needs to fulfill the eligibility criteria set by the University and submit an application form. That

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What documents are required while filling out the Madras University BBA application form?

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While applying for Madras University BBA courses, students are also required to upload copies of various academic and personal documents. Check out the below list to know the documents required at the application stage:

  • Class 10 marksheet
  • Class 12 marksheet
  • Migration certificate
  • School leaving certifica

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