Madras University is all set to host its annual start-up competition for students, "THULIR-2024" on April 19, 2024. Interested candidates can apply till March 30, 2024.
Madras University is all set to host its annual start-up competition for students, "THULIR-2024" on April 19, 2024. Interested candidates can apply till March 30, 2024.
University of Madras offers admissions to Diploma, PG Diploma, PG, M.Phil, Ph.D., and Certificate programs. M.Sc Information Security & Cyber Forensics is one of the most popular courses. The PG programs are offered in two modes: Regular course and Self- Supportive course at University of Madras.
Interested students can apply online through the link given below.
| University of Madras Registration 2026 (Foreign Students) |
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| University of Madras M.Phil Registration 2026 | University of Madras Ph.D Registration 2026 |
University of Madras offers M.Sc. as a 2-year Full Time program offered in 37 specializations. It is the most preferred course at the university.
The eligibility of all MSc specializations is mentioned in the table below:
| MSc Specialisation | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Cyber Forensics & Information Security | Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/ Information Technology or B.Sc. in Mathematics/ Physics/Statistics/ Electronic Science orB.E./ B.Tec |
| Counselling Psychology | Bachelor’s degree in Psychology/Counselling Psychology |
| Criminology and Criminal Justice Science | Bachelor’s Degree in any domain |
| Biotechnology | Graduate in B.Sc. Biology/Botany/Zoology or B.VSc. / Microbiology/ Chemistry / Biochemistry/ Physics/Agriculture/ B.E. or B.Tech. or MBBS/BDS/ Biotechnology |
| Mathematics | Graduate in B.E., B.Tech. or B.Sc. Mathematics/ Applied Science |
| Actuarial Science | Bachelor’s degree with a pass in 10+2 with 60% marks in Mathematics/Statistics |
| Computer Science | Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science & Technology or B.C.A. |
| Medical Microbiology | Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Microbiology/Biology/ Zoology/ Biotechnology/ Medical Laboratory Technology |
Note: The fee structure of the Self-Supportive Programme is higher than the Regular Programme.
University of Madras offers various courses other than MSc such as MA, MCom and MBA with different specialisations.
UNOM eligibility criteria for some popular PG courses required for admission is mentioned in the table below.
| Courses | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| M.A. English | Must have B.A. or B.Sc. degree with Part-II English |
| M.A. Bharatnatayam | Bachelor’s Degree &Diploma in Dance or 5 years training in Bharathanatyam |
| LL.M | Bachelor’s Degree in Law |
| M.Com International Business & Finance | Must have a B.Com degree |
| M.Com Business Data Science | Graduate in B.Com. with Statistics |
| MBA | Bachelor’s Degree & TANCET Mark |
| MCA | Bachelor’s Degree with Maths as one of the subjects in 10+2& TANCET marks |
| M.Ed | Must have B.Ed./ B.T. |
| M.S.W | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline |
Note: The additional fee for M.S.W. Field Work fee is INR 15,000 per semester, totalling INR 60,000 for two years.
University of Madras offers Ph.D. programmes in two modes: Full-Time and Part-Time. The programme has a minimum duration of three years and can be extended up to a maximum of six years.
Admission to the Ph.D. programme is based on performance in the Entrance Test conducted by UNOM. To be eligible for admission, candidates must meet the following requirements:
Note: For PhD course completion, one year exemption is granted to candidates admitted after successful completion of M.Phil. programme.
University of Madras fee structure for PhD students is mentioned in the image below:

University of Madras offers Diploma in both Regular & Self- Supportive courses. The table below lists the eligibility criteria for Diploma courses required for admission at University of Madras.
| Courses | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Internal Audit | Passed any degree |
| Tally and GST Filing (Accounting Software & GST Filing) |
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline |
| Diploma in Global Trade Management | |
| FrenchGermanItalianSpanish | Passed 10+2 & Certificate course in relevant language |
| Bible and Christian Doctrines (Part-Time) | Passed 10+2 |
University of Madras offers PG Diploma in multiple disciplines such as Science, Management, Humanities and Data Analytics. The most popular Diploma course is Archaeology at UNOM and its total fee is INR 22,740.
The table below lists the total fees and eligibility criteria for PG Diploma courses required for admission at University of Madras.
| Courses | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Yoga Theory, Practice and Therapy | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline |
| Christian Approaches to Family Care & Counselling | |
| Divyaprabandam | |
| Archaelogy | Master’s Degree with a minimum aggregate of 55% marks (50% for Reserved category) |
University of Madras offers Certificate courses in various disciplines such as Science, Management, Humanities and Linguistics. The total fee & eligibility criteria for UNOM Certificate courses are given below.
| Courses | Eligibility | Total Fee (INR) Self-Supportive |
|---|---|---|
| FrenchGermanItalianSpanish | Passed 10+2 | 7,440 |
| Voice Training/ Karnatic Music | 9,140 | |
| Christian Communication and Media Education | 6,440 | |
| Christian Scriptures, Spiritual Practices and Ethics | 5,440 |
The following table shows the last two years MCA and MBA Cutoff marks for General category at the University of Madras.
| Course | 2025 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| MBA | 69.325 | 57.346 |
| MCA | 65.78 | 40.396 |
The data shows that the UNOM Cutoff was lower in 2024, while cutoff marks increased in 2025 for both MCA and MBA programmes.
Students can check University of Madras admission process for various Diploma, PG Diploma and PG courses as mentioned below.
University of Madras step by step admission process for PG and PhD programmes is as follows:

Note: After submitting the online application, candidates must print the application form. A scanned copy should be emailed to the respective department, and the hard copy must be sent to the Head of the concerned Department along with self-attested proof of application fee payment and copies of all required certificates and documents.
University of Madras admission process for Certificate, Diploma & PG Diploma courses is shown below in the image.

Ques. What’s the next step after submitting the online application to UNOM?
Ans. For formal verification and final admission at University of Madras, candidates must print their application form. After online submission of the application, email a scanned copy and send a hard copy along with self-attested proof of fee payment and certificates to the respective department of University of Madras.
Ques. What is the entrance exam pattern for M.Sc. at University of Madras?
Ans. The University of Madras entrance exam for admission to the M.Sc. programme is 100 marks in total, divided into two parts.
The detailed structure of the entrance exam is provided below.

The UNOM exam pattern is the same for both, Regular and Self-supportive M.Sc Courses. Students can check entrance details and model papers for various other courses at UNOM Exam Details.
Ques. Can foreign students apply to the University of Madras?
Ans. Yes, foreign students can apply for admission to the University of Madras. The university considers foreign nationals, NRIs, and refugees with valid passports and Indian visas for admission.
| COURSE | ADMISSION LINK |
|---|---|
| Executive MBA, M.Phil/Ph.D in Management, MBA/PGDM | Admission Link |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Science) | Dec 01, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Pharmacy) | Dec 01, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Medicine) | Dec 01, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Mass Communication) | Dec 01, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Management) | Dec 01, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Engineering) | Dec 01, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Education) | Dec 01, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Commerce) | Dec 01, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admission Timeline [Ph.D] (Arts) | Dec 01, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 (Tentative) |
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Read Full ReviewThe University of Madras admits students based on merit or entrance exams.
Here are some of the eligibility criteria for admission to the University of Madras:
Admission to UG courses is based on merit in the qualifying exam while PG admissions are offered on the basis of the entrance exam conducted by the university.
Yes, Madras University has a minimum aggregate score of 50% for admission to a Master of Arts (M.A.) program. Indian applicants must have a minimum of 50% in their undergraduate degree from a UGC-accredited university. NRI applicants must have a graduation degree from an internationally recognized university.
For certain courses, a specific subject background may be required. For example, for an MTech course, applicants must have an MA/MSc with Geography or BE course in Civil Engineering or any IT-related field from any recognized institution with at least 50% aggregate marks.
Madras University's grading system is based on the Choice-Based Credit System (CBCS) with CGPA method in undergraduate courses.
The fee structure for Madras University for the 2024 academic year is as follows:
The Governor of Tamil Nadu is the chancellor of the University of Madras.

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