University of Madras Chennai Answered Questions

Institute of Distance Learning, University of Madras offers BA courses across 9 specialisations. The total tuition fee for BA courses can vary according to the specialisation a student wishes to pursue. While the total tuition fee for the majority of BA courses at the Institute of Distance Learning, University of Madras is INR 16,700, the tuition fee for B.A. in French and B.A. in Sociology stands at INR 25,400. 

Both universities are popular government universities to pursue MBA courses. If looking for the fee comparison for both courses, the tuition fee for the Madras University MBA course ranges between INR 6,400 - INR 2.6 lakh, whereas Anna University's MBA fee is INR 12,000 - INR 8 lakh, which is higher in comparison.As per the placement data collated from unofficial sources, students at Madras University received an average package of INR 2.8 LPA - INR 3.6 LPA. However, the students of Anna University received an average package of INR 58,000 - INR 6.5 lakh. Candidates are advised to visit the official website of the respective university for more details. Candidates can compare the above parameters to decide the best college to pursue MBA course.

No, aspirants of distance MCA in Madras University do not need to take an entrance exam. Admission to this course is purely merit-based. Candidates who fulfil the minimum eligibility requirements, which is BCA or equivalent degree from a recognised university can apply. To apply for this course, candidates need to visit the Institute of Distance Education, UNOM, official website (ideunom.ac.in). Candidates must submit the applications within the due date or it is treated as invalid.

 Yes, UNOM admits candidates in PhD programmes based on merit in entrance-based. Candidates are shortlisted based on scores in the Madras University Entrance Test. These shortlisted candidates become eligible to participate in the personal interview round. The University of Madras also accepts UGC NET/CSIR NET scores. Candidates applying for these entrance exams need not take the university exam and are directly called for the interview round. Further, it is also crucial that each of the candidates meets the course-specific eligibility requirements.

Yes, the university offers a two-year MCA course on-campus and through its affiliated colleges. Lateral entry to this PG course is also offered to the PG course. The Institute of Distance Education, Madras University also offer an MCA course. Candidates are admitted to the programme based on merit in the entrance examination conducted by the university. In addition, it is also crucial that each aspirant fulfils the course-specific eligibility criteria. The application process is further online, eligible candidates can apply by visiting the UNOM website (unom.ac.in).

During 2022 placements, 440 PG (2-year) students were placed at Madars University, whereas, 2,114 total students were placed during Anna University placements 2022. Further, Madras University has disclosed the median package, whereas, Anna University has released the average package officially. The comparison table below compares the 2022 placement data of both the Universities:University NameMedian Package (2022)No. of Students Placed (2022)Madras UniversityINR 3.60 LPA (PG-2 year)440 (PG-2 year)Anna UniversityINR 6.93 LPA (average package)2,114 (total)NOTE: The 2022 placement statistics of Madras University are gathered from the NIRF report 2023. 

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.

The placement data for the 2024 drive are not out yet. However, the NIRF report 2024 has been released. According to the report, 468 PG (2-year) and 21 PG (3-year) students were placed during placements 2023. Check the complete insights of University of Madras placements 2023 from the table below:ParticularsPG (2-year) Placement Statistics (2023)PG (3-year) Placement Statistics (2023)Total students1,29328Students placed46821Median packageINR 3.73 LPAINR 3.89 LPA

DTE releases the TANCET MBA merit list for candidates selected to take part in the counselling round. The closing rank for MBA in 2022 was 7184. In addition, rank one was given to a candidate with a TANCET score of 99.995. The selected candidates with their names in the TANCET rank list are further required to pay the counselling fee and exercise choices. The merit list of cutoff is published online on the official website of TANCET (tancet.annauniv.edu/tancet). Check Madras University MBA 2022 Merit List.

For MBA course admission, candidates must have a valid Bachelor’s degree in any subject of the University of Madras or any other University accepted by the Syndicate as equivalent thereto. This is the minimum eligibility criteria and fulfilment of the same does not confirm selection. For the verification purposes, candidates are also required to present the Bachelor’s mark sheets and certificate along with other academic certificates during form filling/admission confirmation. In case of non-submission of the documents, an application is treated as invalid.