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University of Madras: Courses, Fees, Admission, Cutoff, Placements & Rankings

Chennai, Tamil Nadu Est. 1857

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About University of Madras

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University of Madras Highlights 2026

ParticularsDetails
Established1857
Institute typePublic University
Popular coursesMA (Anthropology), Ph.D. (Library & Information Science), MSW, M.Ed and M.Lib
Fee range₹3,000 - ₹10.74 Lakh
RankingNIRF OVERALL ranking placed the institute at 68 in 2025

University of Madras Fees 2026

University of Madras fees for different courses range from ₹3,000 - ₹10.74 Lakh. The latest fees for popular courses such as MA (Anthropology), Ph.D. (Library & Information Science), MSW, M.Ed and M.Lib are explained below.

The total fee for MA (Anthropology) at University of Madras is ₹19,592 for General Quota.

The total fee for Ph.D. (Library & Information Science) at University of Madras is ₹48,500 for General Quota.

The total fee for MSW at University of Madras is ₹1.54 Lakh for General Quota.

The total fee for M.Ed at University of Madras is ₹31,592 for General Quota.

CourseFee QuotaTotal FeesYear
MA (Anthropology)General Quota₹19,5922026
Ph.D. (Library & Information Science)General Quota₹48,5002026
MSWGeneral Quota₹1.54 Lakh2026
M.EdGeneral Quota₹31,5922026
M.LibGeneral Quota₹23,7572026

University of Madras Courses and Eligibility 2026

CourseDegreeLevelDuration
MA (Anthropology)MAPG-
Ph.D. (Library & Information Science)-Doctorate-
MSWMSWPG-
M.EdM.EdPG-
M.LibM.LibPG-
Diploma in French---

University of Madras Admission Process 2026

Admission at University of Madras depends on the selected course. Applicants should check the course page for eligibility, application route, counselling requirement and fee payment steps before applying.

University of Madras Placement 2026

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University of Madras Rankings 2026

NIRF OVERALL ranking placed the institute at 68 in 2025.

University of Madras FAQs

1Which are the popular courses at University of Madras?

Popular courses include MA (Anthropology), Ph.D. (Library & Information Science), MSW, M.Ed and M.Lib.

2What is the fee range at University of Madras?

The fee range is ₹3,000 - ₹10.74 Lakh. Students should check course-wise fee and quota before payment.

3Is University of Madras ranked?

NIRF OVERALL ranking placed the institute at 68 in 2025.

Fee Range

₹3,000 - ₹10.74 Lakh

Average Package

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Courses

60

Established

1857

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University of Madras Courses

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MSWStream: ArtsDegree: MSWLevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Anthropology)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Arabic)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Bharatanatyam)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Buddhist Studies)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Comparative Religion)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Defence And Strategic Studies)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Econometrics)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Economics)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (English)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Folk Music)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (French)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Hindi)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (History)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Indian Philosophy And Religion)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Islamic Studies)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Jain Study)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Kannada)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Malayalam)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Music)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Political Science)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Public Administration)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Saiva Siddhanta Philosophy)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Sanskrit)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Sociology)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Tamil And Indian Literature)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Tamil)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Telugu)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeMA (Urdu)Stream: ArtsDegree: MALevel: PGMode: Full TimeM.EdStream: ArtsDegree: M.EdLevel: PGMode: Full TimeM.LibStream: ArtsDegree: M.LibLevel: PGMode: Full TimeDiploma in FrenchStream: ArtsDegree: -Level: -Mode: Full TimeDiploma in ItalianStream: ArtsDegree: -Level: -Mode: Full TimeDiploma in SpanishStream: ArtsDegree: -Level: -Mode: Full TimeDiploma in TeluguStream: ArtsDegree: -Level: -Mode: Full TimeDiploma in UrduStream: ArtsDegree: -Level: -Mode: Full TimePh.D. (Library & Information Science)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full TimePh.D. (Malayalam)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full TimePost Graduate Diploma in Ambedkar StudiesStream: ArtsDegree: -Level: -Mode: Full TimePost Graduate Diploma in ArchaeologyStream: ArtsDegree: -Level: -Mode: Full TimePost Graduate Diploma in Functional Hindi & TranslationStream: ArtsDegree: -Level: -Mode: Full TimePost Graduate Diploma in LinguisticsStream: ArtsDegree: -Level: -Mode: Full TimePh.D. (Adult Continuing Education & Extension)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full TimePh.D. (Arabic)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full TimePh.D. (Defence & Strategic Studies)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full TimePh.D. (Economics)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full TimePh.D. (Education)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full TimePh.D. (English)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full TimePh.D. (French)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full TimePh.D. (Geography)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full TimePh.D. (History)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full TimePh.D. (Kannada)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full TimePh.D. (Music)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full TimePh.D. (Philosophy)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full TimePh.D. (Physical Education)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full TimePh.D. (Psychology)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full TimePh.D. (Sociology)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full TimePh.D. (Tamil)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full TimePh.D. (Telugu)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full TimePh.D. (Urdu)Stream: ArtsDegree: -Level: DoctorateMode: Full Time

University of Madras Fees

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CourseFee QuotaTotal FeesYear
MA (Anthropology)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Anthropology)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Arabic)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Arabic)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Bharatanatyam)General Quota₹1.08 Lakh2026
MA (Bharatanatyam)NRI Quota₹6.91 Lakh2026
MA (Buddhist Studies)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Buddhist Studies)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Comparative Religion)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Comparative Religion)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Defence And Strategic Studies)General Quota₹54,7922026
MA (Defence And Strategic Studies)NRI Quota₹1.46 Lakh2026
MA (Econometrics)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Econometrics)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Economics)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Economics)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (English)General Quota₹58,8672026
MA (English)NRI Quota₹6.54 Lakh2026
MA (Folk Music)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Folk Music)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (French)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (French)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Hindi)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Hindi)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (History)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (History)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Indian Philosophy And Religion)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Indian Philosophy And Religion)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Islamic Studies)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Islamic Studies)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Jain Study)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Jain Study)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Kannada)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Kannada)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Malayalam)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Malayalam)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Music)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Music)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Political Science)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Political Science)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Public Administration)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Public Administration)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Saiva Siddhanta Philosophy)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Saiva Siddhanta Philosophy)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Sanskrit)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Sanskrit)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Sociology)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Sociology)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Tamil And Indian Literature)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Tamil And Indian Literature)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Tamil)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Tamil)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Telugu)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Telugu)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
MA (Urdu)General Quota₹19,5922026
MA (Urdu)NRI Quota₹2.92 Lakh2026
M.EdGeneral Quota₹31,5922026
M.EdNRI Quota₹2.06 Lakh2026
M.LibGeneral Quota₹23,7572026
M.LibNRI Quota₹4.14 Lakh2026
MSWGeneral Quota₹1.54 Lakh2026
Ph.D. (Adult Continuing Education & Extension)General Quota₹48,5002026
Ph.D. (Arabic)General Quota₹48,5002026
Ph.D. (Defence & Strategic Studies)General Quota₹48,5002026
Ph.D. (Economics)General Quota₹48,5002026
Ph.D. (Education)General Quota₹48,5002026
Ph.D. (English)General Quota₹48,5002026
Ph.D. (French)General Quota₹48,5002026
Ph.D. (Geography)General Quota₹48,5002026
Ph.D. (History)General Quota₹48,5002026
Ph.D. (Kannada)General Quota₹48,5002026
Ph.D. (Library & Information Science)General Quota₹48,5002026
Ph.D. (Malayalam)General Quota₹48,5002026
Ph.D. (Music)General Quota₹48,5002026
Ph.D. (Philosophy)General Quota₹48,5002026
Ph.D. (Physical Education)General Quota₹48,5002026
Ph.D. (Psychology)General Quota₹48,5002026
Ph.D. (Sociology)General Quota₹48,5002026
Ph.D. (Tamil)General Quota₹48,5002026
Ph.D. (Telugu)General Quota₹48,5002026

University of Madras Rankings

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Ranking AgencyYearStreamRankScore
NIRF2025OVERALL6852.89
NIRF2025UNIVERSITIES3855.23
NIRF2025State Public Universities1861.43
Outlook2025State Public Universities11909.26
NIRF2024OVERALL6452.58
NIRF2024UNIVERSITIES3955.03
NIRF2024State Public Universities1262.89
The Week2024University14-
NIRF2023OVERALL6549.93
NIRF2023UNIVERSITIES5049.5

University of Madras Placements

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YearCourseSourceAverage PackageMedian PackageHighest PackagePlacement %
2023PG 2-Year ProgramsNIRF Placement Data-3.60 LPA-25%
2023PG 3-Year ProgramsNIRF Placement Data-4.20 LPA-16%

University of Madras Cutoff

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University of Madras Scholarships

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University of Madras FAQs

Quick answers on courses, fees, admission, cutoff, placements, rankings and scholarships at University of Madras.

1Which courses are offered by University of Madras?

University of Madras has 60 courses shown here. Popular courses include MA (Anthropology), Ph.D. (Library & Information Science), MSW, M.Ed and M.Lib. Open the Courses section to check stream, degree level, study mode and individual course pages.

2What is the fee structure of University of Madras?

The fee range for University of Madras is ₹3,000 - ₹10.74 Lakh. The final payable amount can vary by course, quota, hostel charges, one-time fees and academic year, so students should compare course-wise rows before payment.

3How can I get admission to University of Madras?

Admission depends on the selected course. Some programmes may follow merit-based admission, while others may require an entrance exam, counselling process or institute-level application. Students should check eligibility, documents, application dates and fee payment steps before applying.

4How should I use University of Madras cutoff data?

Use cutoffs as planning signals. Always compare exam, course, round, category, quota, gender and cutoff type before estimating admission chances. A previous cutoff does not guarantee admission because seats, competition and preferences can change every year.

5Is University of Madras ranked?

University of Madras has a NIRF rank of 64. Students should also compare year, category, stream and other ranking agencies before making a final decision.

6Where is University of Madras located?

University of Madras is located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. While comparing it with other colleges, students should consider connectivity, hostel options, city cost, internship access and how comfortable the location is for regular classes.

7What should I compare before shortlisting University of Madras?

Start with the course you want. Then compare fee range, admission route, cutoff difficulty, placement value, rankings, scholarship options, location and similar colleges. This gives a more balanced shortlist than choosing only by brand name.

8How often should I check this University of Madras page?

Students should revisit the page during admission season because fees, cutoffs, application dates and counselling information can change. Before final submission, verify the latest details from the college or counselling authority.