The 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:

• Applicants must have a valid UG Diploma or Bachelor's degree from the University of Madras or from any other university that is recognized as equivalent.
• Applicants must have a passing bachelor's B.Sc. degree or equivalent as recognized by the University.
• Applicants must have any bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant stream from a recognized university.
• Applicants must have passed graduation in any field from a recognized university.
• Applicants must be at least 21 years old as of July 1st of the year they submit their application.
• Applicants who have earned less than 50% of attendance are permitted to proceed to the next semester and to complete the Program of study. 

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:

• M.E./M.Tech: INR 965–1,115 one-time fee and INR 28,000 tuition fee
• MBA/PGDM: INR 2,290 one-time fee
• B.Sc.: INR 965–12,500 tuition fee
• M.Sc.: INR 3,000–240,000 tuition fee

The Governor of Tamil Nadu is the chancellor of the University of Madras.