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University of Madras, Chennai

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Madras University Quick Updates

Madras University admission 2023 is open for PG/PG Diploma/Diploma/Certificate programs. The last date to apply is June 30, 2023. Interested candidates can apply online on the official website – unom.ac.in. Admissions to MBA and MCA will be done through the TANCET examination. TANCET 2023 scorecard will be released on April 20 and can be downloaded till May 20, 2023.

University of Madras or Madras University is a public state university and one of the oldest in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The university is recognized by the UGC as one of the centres for "potential for excellence" in the country. Madras University is ranked 50th among top universities in India by NIRF 2023. The university has six campuses in Chepauk, Mariana, Guindy, Taramani, Maduravoyal, and Chetpet. Madras University offers more than 230 courses under 87 academic departments. It also has 121 affiliated colleges and 53 approved research centres. Check Madras University Affiliated Colleges

Madras University offers UG, PG, Research, Diploma, and Certificate programs. The courses are offered in areas of sciences, social sciences, humanities, management, and medicine. Madras University also offers distance education through the Institute of Distance Education (IDE). Madras University admission is granted on the basis of merit or entrance examination conducted by the university. Admission to the MBA, MCA courses is based on the TANCET scores.

Madras University Important Dates 2023

Event Dates
UG and PG Distance Learning Application Start Date July 05, 2023
Last Date To Apply for Madras University Distance Learning UG and PG Programs September 30, 2023

Madras University Quick Facts

  • Madras University is awarded an ‘A’ grade by the NAAC.
  • Madras University is listed among the 12 Centres with Potential for Excellence in Particular Area (CPEPA) universities in India with a focus on drug development and climate change.
  • Madras University has a total strength of 4819 students out of which 3239 are postgraduates and 1099 are doctorate students.
  • Madras University has a total of 345 highly qualified faculty members in their respective fields. Check Madras University Faculty
  • The university has national centers for advanced research in Nanotechnology, Photonics, Neurotoxicity.

Madras University Ranking

  • Madras University is ranked at 50 under university and 65 under the overall category by NIRF 2023.
  • Madras University is ranked at 39 under university and 70 under the overall category by NIRF 2022.
  • Madras University has been ranked 541-50 for the best universities in the World by QS World Universities Ranking 2023.
  • Madras University is ranked at 28 under university and 41 under the overall category by NIRF 2021.
  • The university is ranked at 1315 for the overall category by US News 2021.
  • According to Unirank surveys 2021, Madras University has achieved 51th position in India and 3566th position in the world. 
  • According to the Centre for World University Rankings (CWUR) 2021, Madras University has ranked 429th in the field of quality of education.

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Madras University Courses & Fees

The Madras University offers various postgraduate and research programmes in different specialisations of Political Science, Physics, Chemistry etc. The university also offers distance education programmes which are approved by the Distance Education Bureau (DEB) under the choice based credit system (CBCS).

Course Course Details Fees
MA

Eligibility: The candidate must have completed a bachelor’s degree in the relevant specialization from Madras University or equivalent university

Selection: Merit-Based/Entrance Exam

INR 5,305 (1st Year Fees)
M.Com

Eligibility: The candidate must have completed a bachelor’s degree in commerce in the relevant specialization from Madras University or equivalent university

Selection: University-based Entrance Exam

INR 5,305 (1st Year Fees)
M.Sc

Eligibility: The candidate must have completed a bachelor’s degree in the relevant specialization from Madras University or equivalent

Selection: Merit-Based/Entrance Exam

INR 7,425 (1st Year Fees)
MBA

Eligibility: The candidate must have completed a bachelor’s degree in the relevant specialization from Madras University or equivalent university

Selection: TANCET scores

INR 25,380 (1st Year Fees)
MCA

Eligibility: The candidate must have completed bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Technology of B.C.A. from a recognised university

Selection: TANCET scores

INR 22,580 (1st Year Fees)
M.Tech

Eligibility: B.E/B.Tech degree in relevant discipline 

Selection: University-based Entrance Exam

INR 27,055 (1st Year Fees)
M.Ed

Eligibility: The candidate must have completed a bachelor of education degree (B.Ed.) from a recognised university

Selection: University-based Entrance Exam

INR 8,305 (1st Year Fees)
M.Phil

Eligibility: The candidate must have completed the master’s degree in the relevant specialization from a recognised board 

Selection: University-based Entrance Exam and Interview 

INR 5,060 (1st Year Fees)
Ph.D

Eligibility: The candidate must have completed master’s degree in the relevant discipline

Selection: University-based Entrance Exam or UGC NET/ CSIR NET scores followed by an interview

INR 10,970 (1st Year Fees)

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How to Apply?

The step by step procedure of taking admission in Madras University is given as below:

  • Visit the official website of the Madras University.
  • Fill the application form with all the required details as asked.
  • Upload all the required documents including passport size photographs and marksheets as asked by the university
  • Pay application fee through net banking/Debit card etc.

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Madras University Result

Madras University conducts semester-wise examinations for all courses. End-Semester examinations are usually held in the months of May-June and Dec-Jan. The university announced results for the same after 1 month of completion of exams. Madras University Results can be checked and downloaded by visiting the official website of the university. Students can access the results by entering their roll number, semester exams, etc.

How To Check Madras University Result?

Students can check Madras University exam results through the following steps:

  • Step 1: Visit the official website of UNOM @result.unom.ac.in 
  • Step 2: Go to the result section on the official webpage.
  • Step 3: The list of course-wise latest results will be displayed
  • Step 4: Click on the desired link & select course & name & enter your roll number.
  • Step 5: Click on the submit button, the result will be displayed on the screen.

Note- It is advisable to download the document and save it for future use. 

Check Madras University Result 2023

Madras University Placements

  • Madras University provides good placement opportunities to students. Nearly 80% of students are placed (MBA) from the university campus (according to the review page of Collegedunia). However, placement opportunities for students vary from subject to subject.
  • The Madras University has a training and placement cell which invites companies for recruiting the students. The university also trains students by providing workshops, seminars etc.

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Madras University Scholarships 

  • The Madras University provides “National Overseas Scholarships” for students with disabilities. There are 20 scholarships (6 are reserved for women students) awarded to those students who have passed master’s degree examination with at least 55% marks and whose family income does not exceed 6 lakh per annum.
  • The Madras University also provides scholarships to the deserving students of SC/ST categories. 

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Madras University Facilities

Library: The Madras University has a well equipped and furnished library with a collection of 5,20,000+ books, 10030 theses, 260 journals, 100 CD ROMs and 4000+ E Journals. The library also has the facility of MALIBNET. 

Sports: The Madras University has facilities for both indoor and outdoor games such as Squash, chess and football. Both girls and boys have represented the Madras Universities in many state and national tournaments.

Amenity Centres: The university has exclusive amenity centres for both boys and girls students. The amenity centres can be used by students during their breaks.

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Madras University Notable Alumni

  • Bipin Rawat: Former Chief of Defence Staff of the Indian Armed Forces
  • P. Chidambaram: Member of Rajya Sabha
  • Indra Nooyi: Former Chairperson and CEO of PepsiCo, She has consistently ranked among the world's 100 most powerful women
  • G. D. Bakshi: Major General Gagan Deep Bakshi is a retired Indian Army officer
  • A. R. Rahman: Indian film composer, Record Producer, Singer, and Songwriter

Madras University FAQs

Ques. Does Madras University have a grievance redressal cell?

Ans. Yes, the Madras University has a grievance redressal cell known as Institutional Grievance Redressal Committee (ISGRC) for solving the concerns which are not related to any academic department, school or centre of university.

Ques. Does Madras University offer distance courses also?

Ans. Yes, the Madras University offers distance education courses to its students such as MBA, BBA, MCom, MSc, Certification, BCA & MCA, and other UG and PG courses.

Ques. What are the documents required at the time of admission in Madras University?

Ans. The following documents are required at the time of admission in Madras University
  • Marksheet of last qualifying exam.
  • Proof of age
  • Medical Certificate
  • Certificate of qualifying exam.
  • Copy of Passport and visa

Ques. How are the hostel facilities in Madras University?

Ans. The Madras University has hostel facilities in Chepauk Campus, Mariana Campus and Guindy Campus and Taramani Campus. The hostel facilities are well equipped with 24x7 water & meal facilities for both men and women. The hostel rooms are given on a sharing basis on a rent of 10,000 per year.

Ques. Does Madras University have an Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)?

Ans. Yes the Madras University has an Internal Quality Assurance Cell, the objectives of which is to: 
  • receive feedback from students related to studying and teaching and analyse the feedback for the improvement of the university.
  • to assign a faculty advisor, who advises students in the fields of course selection, academic progression etc.

Ques. Does the University of Madras offer Diploma programs?

Ans. Yes, Madras University offers Diploma courses in several specializations including PG Diploma in Geospatial Data Analytics, a PG diploma in Archaeology, Diploma in Languages, Diploma in Cybercrime and Information Security, Diploma in Travel and Tourism management, and many more. 

 Ques. What certificate programs are offered by Madras university?

Ans. Certificate course in Library and Information Science, Police Administration, spoken Tamil, written Tamil, Computer Applications, E-commerce, Naturopathy, and yogic science is offered by Madras University.

Ques. What are the cut-off marks for Madras University?

Ans.  Madras University accepts TANCET scores for MBA, MTech, and MCA admissions. Cut off for TANCET MBA Round 1 category-wise is listed below: 

Category Cut off
SC 92.465
ST 82.752
BC 96.701
BCM 95.274
MBC 93.52
OC 97.436

Ques. How are placements at Madras University?

Ans. Madras University has a training and placement cell that invites companies to recruit students. KPMG, Deloitte, EY, and many other top companies have visited the college campus. The average salary offered was INR 5.5 LPA.

Ques. What colleges are affiliated with Madras University?

Ans. Madras University has 121 affiliated Colleges. Some of the well-known colleges under Madras University are

  1. Loyola College, Chennai
  2. Women's Christian College, Chennai
  3. Ethiraj College for Women, Chennai
  4. DG Vaishnav College, Chennai
  5. Pachaiyappa's College, Chennai
  6. Presidency College, Chennai
  7. MOP Vaishnav College for Women, Chennai
  8. Madras Christian College, Chennai
  9. Queen Mary's College, Chennai
  10. Stella Maris College, Chennai

Ques. What is the fee structure of Madras University?

Ans. Fees for some of the courses offered by Madras University is

Courses Fees
MA INR 5305 (1st-year fees)
MCom INR 5305 (1st-year fees)
MSc INR 7425 (1st-year fees)
MBA INR 25,380 (1st-year fees)

Ques. What is the ranking of the Madras University?

Ans.Madras University has been ranked  39 in the university category and 70 in the overall category by NIRF. Also, QS World University ranked the university 541-50 for the best universities category. 

Ques. Is Madras University a good university?

Ans. Yes, Madras University is one of India's oldest and most prestigious universities, therefore it is a good university with adequate infrastructure and top-tier facilities.

Ques. Is Madras University a central university?

Ans. No, Madras University is a public state university in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and was  Established in 1857 by an act of the Legislative Council of India under the British government. 

Ques. is the Madras University under UGC?

Ans. Yes, the University of Madras is recognized by UGC as one of the centers for ‘potential for excellence’ in the country.


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MBA

1st Yr Fees

25,382
Duration2 Year(s)
Exams accepted
Application Date3 Nov 2023
EligibilityGraduation
Cut off-Ranking# 25 by Outlook
MA

1st Yr Fees

5,305
Duration2 Year(s)
Exams accepted
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EligibilityGraduation
Cut off-RankingNo Ranking Found
M.Sc

1st Yr Fees

7,425
Duration2 Year(s)
Exams accepted
No Exams Found

Application Date-
EligibilityGraduation
Cut off-RankingNo Ranking Found
L.L.M

1st Yr Fees

19,125
Duration2 Year(s)
Exams accepted
No Exams Found

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EligibilityL.L.B.
Cut off-RankingNo Ranking Found
M.Lib.I.Sc

1st Yr Fees

5,305
Duration2 Year(s)
Exams accepted
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EligibilityGraduation
Cut off-Ranking# 25 by Outlook
Ph.D

1st Yr Fees

10,970
Duration3 Year(s)
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PG Diploma

1st Yr Fees

6,570
Duration2 Year(s)
Exams accepted
Application Date3 Nov 2023
EligibilityGraduation
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I have attended tancet exam and was selected for the college with a good score. Application fees as same the college fees there is no reservation in them. I like the support of the college for all details.

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Madras University April Exams 2023 Registration Process Begins for Arrear Students Apply Till April 15
New Delhi: The University of Madras has started the April 2023 exam registration for the academic session 2023-24. The application window is open only for the arrear students who want to apply for UG, PG and professional degree programs. Candidates must note that the application window of Mad
Madras University Result 2023
Madras University Result 2023 has been released for UG / PG Professional Degree Exam September 2022. Students can check the official website for the direct link to download the result. Revaluation and improvement applications will be processed within 15 days of submission from the date of decla
Madras University PhD Admission 2023 Open
New Delhi: University of Madras is inviting applications for admission to its Full-Time and Part-Time PhD program offered in various departments for the academics session 2023 (January). The last date to apply for admissio is December 31, 2022.  As per Madras University, candidates can
Madras University DDE Admission 2022 Open Last Date to Apply is November 10
New Delhi: The Institute of Distance Education of Madras University (DDE) has begun the application process for the undergraduate and postgraduate level programmes for the academic session 2022-23. Aspiring candidates can submit the online application form through the official portal, @http://www.id

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