SRM Distance Education Admission 2023: Selection, Application Process, Dates, Eligibility and Fee
SRM University Chennai distance learning admissions are also open for 2023 session. SRM Institute of Science and Technology Directorate of Distance Education (also known as SRM University Chennai DDE) is the distance education department of SRM IST, located in Kattankulathur, Chennai. This distance learning centre offers several UG, PG and diploma programmes via open and distance learning. It currently offers programmes via multiple areas and disciplines such as Management, Commerce, Arts, Science and Journalism such as BBA, BCom, MA, MBA and MCom, among others.
- For all the UG-level distance programmes, candidates must meet the minimum eligibility criteria to secure admission to all courses
- Admission to all PG programs except for MBA is subject to meeting the minimum eligibility criteria set by SRM University Chennai DDE
- For MBA, candidates must qualify the entrance exam conducted by SRM deemed University
SRM University Chennai Distance Education Admission 2023: Highlights
SRM Institute of Science and Technology admission process 2023 is both merit and entrance-based for its distance learning programmes. Candidates seeking enrolment must meet the minimum eligibility criteria set by SRM University Chennai DDE for admission to all the UG and PG courses. All the courses offered by SRM University Chennai DDE have a set minimum and maximum duration, within which it is compulsory for students to finish their course.
| Course | Duration | Fee (per year) |
|---|---|---|
| BCom | 3 years | INR 18,000 |
| BA | 3 years | INR 18,000 |
| MBA | 2 years | INR 60,000 |
| MA | 2 years | INR 16,000 |
| BBA | 3 years | INR 18,000 |
| MCom | 2 years | INR 16,000 |
| MSc | 2 years | INR 17,000 |
| Diploma | NA | INR 7500 |
SRM University Chennai Distance Education UG Admission 2023
At the UG level, SRM Institute of Science and Technology offers a range of programmes from various disciples such as Journalism, Commerce, Management, Performing Arts and Arts via distance learning. The duration for all these programmes is three years and admission is subject to meeting the minimum eligibility criteria. For details check the course-wise admission process mentioned below:
Q: Can I join MBA in SRM without entrance exam?
No, admission to MBA at SRM IST Chennai is entrance-based. There is no other provision for admission. Admission to MBA course is based on CAT/MAT/CMAT/NMAT/GMAT/SAT score. Candidates who have not qualified any of the accepted entrance exam can appear for SRMJEEM.
Further, shortlisted aspirants need to pass PI round conducted by the university. Aspirants must meet the eligibility requirement to avoid rejection of application. Candidates must pass bachelor's degree with a minimum of 60% aggregate to apply for the MBA course. Candidates with at least two to three years of work experience get special consideration. Shortlisted candidates are further called for counselling and document verification. Candidates need to pay the course fee to confirm their admission.
Q: What is the eligibility for PhD course at SRM University Chennai?
Candidates must have a two-year master's degree or a professional degree equivalent to Masters with at least 55% aggregate (50% aggregate for SC/ST/OBC) or grade 'B' on the UGC 7-point scale. Candidates who have cleared the MPhil with at least 55% aggregate (50% aggregate for SC/ST/OBC) or its equivalent grade 'B' in the UGC 7-point scale can also apply.
Q: Is GATE required for M.Tech admission at SRM Institute of Technology Kattankulathur?
The deemed-to-be university accepts GATE score for M.Tech admission. However, aspirants who have not qualified GATE can also get admission to M.Tech course by qualifying SRMJEEE (PG) conducted by the university. SRM will conduct SRMJEEE in two phases. After the completion of the selection rounds, aspirants need to attend the counselling and document verification round. Only after the payment of course fee, admission is confirmed in the university.
SRM University Chennai Distance Education BCom and BBA Admission 2023
The Directorate of Distance Education under SRM University Chennai Chennai offers BCom and BBA programmes of three-year duration at the UG level. Candidates seeking admission must have completed their Class 12 and meet the minimum eligibility set by the institute for selection. The seats are filled on a first come first serve basis.
Check out the eligibility and availability of the seat for both these courses in the table below:
| Course |
Seat Intake |
Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| BCom - General - Corporate Secretaryship (CS) - Accounting and Finance (A&F) - Information and System Management (ISM) |
500 each specialisation |
A pass in Class 12 from a recognised board |
| BBA |
500 |
SRM University Chennai Distance Education BA Admission 2023
In addition to the above-mentioned programmes, SRM University Chennai DDE also offers a three-year BA course across two specialisations. Candidates seeking enrolment must apply on the official website on meeting the minimum eligibility criteria. Admission is offered based on merit in the last qualifying exam.
Here’s the seat intake for BA across all its specialisations along with its eligibility criteria:
| BA Specialisation |
Seat Intake |
Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| English | 500 | A pass in Class 12 from a recognised board |
| Journalism and Mass Communication (BJMC) | 500 | A pass in Class 12 from a recognised board |
SRM University Chennai Distance Education PG Admission 2023
At the PG level, the Directorate of distance education under SRM Institute of Science and Technology Chennai offers MA, MS, MBA and MCom programmes from multiple disciplines of Journalism, Arts, Management, Science and Commerce. The admission process for all these courses is discussed below in detail:
Q: Is there any entrance exam for BCA in SRM?
No, SRMIST Chennai BCA course admission is merit-based. Hence, there is no entrance examination for admissions. The institute admits candidates to the UG programme based on merit in the last qualifying examination, i.e., Class 12 or relevant Diploma. The aspirants must meet the prescribed eligibility criteria. Students who have passed Class 12 or Diploma in Engineering with a minimum of 50% aggregate are eligible for admission.
Q: Can I join SRM without JEE?
Yes, candidates can get admission to BTech without JEE Main score. Admission to BTech course is only based on SRMJEEE score. Candidates are required to pass Class 12 with minimum 60% aggregate as per the minimum eligibility criteria. Further, aspirants must qualify for SRM JEE exam with a valid score. This exam is conducted in two phases. The application window for 2024 has started for both the phases. Find here the registration details for SRM JEE exam.
Q: Can I get admission in M.Tech without GATE at SRM?
As per the eligibility criteria, aspirants must pass bachelor's degree in relevant subjects with at least 50% aggregate to apply for the M.Tech course. The university considers the eligibility and GATE score for providing admission.
Aspirants who have not qualified GATE can appear for SRMJEEE (PG) conducted by the university. Eligibility of candidates are evaluate during document verification. In case an aspirant is unable to fulfill the requirements, his or her admission stands cancelled.
Q: Is it compulsory to have Maths to pursue BCA from SRM University Chennai?
For students who wish to apply on the basis of their Class 12, having Maths or Business Mathematics/Statistics/Allied Mathematics is compulsory. However, those who wish to apply on their basis of their Diploma in Engineering don't need the same. Apart from this, it is also crucial that the candidate has passed the qualifying exam with the minimum aggregate, i.e., 50%.
Q: Can I join SRM IST without the entrance?
Yes, SRM University offers direct admission to certain programs for eligible candidates who meet the required eligibility criteria. The admission criteria for these programs may include past academic performance, work experience, and other relevant factors. However, for most of the programs offered by SRM University, admission is through the SRMJEEE (SRM Joint Engineering Entrance Examination) or other national level entrance exams.
Therefore, it is recommended that you check the specific admission requirements for the programme you are interested in on the university's website or by contacting the admissions office. In case you do not qualify for direct admission or wish to appear for the entrance exam, you can apply for SRMJEEE and appear for the exam. The exam is conducted annually and is the basis for admission to several programs offered by the university.
SRM University Chennai Distance Education MA and MBA Admission 2023
SRM University Chennai DDE offers two-year MA and MBA programmes under two and four specialisations, respectively.
- Candidates seeking admission to MA must have a relevant UG degree from a recognised university. Admission is subject to meeting the minimum eligibility criteria set by SRM IST.
- For MBA admission 2021, eligible candidates, however, are required to appear for a deemed University conducted entrance exam for final admission
The following table mentions the seat intake and eligibility for both these courses across their specialisations:
| MA |
||
|---|---|---|
| Specialisation |
Seat Intake |
Eligibility Criteria |
| English |
500 each |
A pass in BA (English) or any other degree with English as one of the subjects at graduation level |
| Journalism and Mass Communication |
||
| MBA |
||
| Specialisation |
Seat Intake |
Eligibility Criteria |
| Finance |
1,200
|
- A pass in any bachelor’s degree - Candidate should qualify in the entrance test conducted by SRMIST |
| HRM |
||
| Marketing |
||
| Business Analytics |
||
SRM University Chennai Distance Education MSc and MCom Admission 2023
In addition to MBA and MA, the distance education department of SRM University Chennai Chennai also offers MSc and MCom programmes. Admission to all these courses is subject to meeting the minimum eligibility criteria and obtaining merit scores in the last qualifying exam. The minimum duration for all these courses is two years, however, candidates are given an option to complete their course in a maximum duration of four years.
The below table mentions the minimum eligibility for both these courses:
| Course |
Seat Intake |
Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| MSc (Yoga for Human Excellence) |
500 |
A pass in any UG course |
| MCom |
500 |
SRM University Chennai Distance Education Diploma Admission 2023
Apart from UG and PG programmes across various streams and specialisations, SRM University Chennai DDE offers a Diploma programme in Yoga for Human Excellence. With a minimum duration of one year, candidates can take up to three years to complete this programme from SRM University Chennai DDE. For admission, candidates must meet with the minimum eligibility mentioned in the table below along with its seat intake:
| Course |
Seat Intake |
Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma (Yoga for Human Excellence) |
200 |
A pass in Class 12 |
SRM University Chennai Distance Education Application Process 2023
SRM University Chennai distance learning application process 2023 is conducted both online and offline. Candidates can apply via any one of the methods at their convenience. Both the processes are mentioned below in detail:
Step-by-step process of application:
- Step 1: Visit the official website of SRM University Chennai Chennai (www.srmist.edu.in) and click on ‘Admission India’
- Step 2: Click on ‘Directorate of Distance Education’ and then click on ‘Apply Now'
- Step 3: In the next step, candidates are required to register themselves and then re-login again after verifying their email-id and mobile number
- Step 4: Start filling up the application form and upload all the necessary documents
- Step 5: End this step with the payment of application fees of rupees 500 to complete the application procedure.
- Step 6: Wait for the ‘Provisional Allotment order’ to reach the registered e-mail within 24 hours after the DDE office verifies all the uploaded documents
- Step 7: After receiving the Provisional Allotment Letter, candidates are required to pay the tuition fee either online (via net banking or RTGS) or send a DD drawn in favour of SRMIST Distance Education payable at Chennai to the following address:
| The Directorate of Distance Education, University Building, 9th Floor, SRM Nagar, Kattankulathur - 603 203, Chengalpattu District, Tamil Nadu |
Offline process of application:
Eligible candidates seeking enrolment to SRM University Chennai DDE can also download the application from the official website and send the filled-in form together with the copies of certificates to:
| The Director, Directorate Distance Education, 908, 9th floor, University Building SRM IST, Kattankulathur Pin code: 603203 |
SRM University Chennai DDE Application Fee 2023
The application fee for all the distance learning programmes offered by SRM University Chennai DDE is INR 500.
List of documents required:
- Photocopy of Class 10 or equivalent certificate for DOB proof
- Photocopy of mark sheets of Class 10, Class 12 or graduation (as applicable)
- Valid ID proof with photograph
- DD of the prescribed application fee
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SRM IST DDE Admission FAQs
A. SRM IST DDE currently offers multiple UG, PG and diploma-level programmes across various areas and disciplines such as Management, Commerce, Arts, Science and Journalism such as BBA, BCom, MA, MBA and MCom, among others.
A. SRM Institute of Science and Technology admission process is both merit and entrance-based for its distance learning programmes.
A. The application fee for all programmes offered by SRM IST DDE is Rs 500.
A. Candidates seeking admission to distance MBA are required to have a UG degree and qualify an entrance conducted by SRM IST for admission.
A. MBA programme at SRM IST DDE is offered across four specialisations, which include Business Analytics, Finance, HRM and Marketing.
A. SRM IST DDE application process is conducted both online and offline. Candidates can apply via any one of the methods at their convenience.
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