University of Madras

Chennai, Tamil Nadu Government Estd 1857 Updated Aug 2026

NIRF #18 UGC approved Arts Commerce Computer Applications Education

3.9 out of 10 · 3,318 reviews

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Annual fees ₹49K

Student rating 3.9 / 10

Courses offered 9

Exams accepted 1

Established 1857

At a glance

Established 1857

Ownership Government

Approved by UGC

Campus Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Courses 9 on record

Student reviews 3,318

About University of Madras

University of Madras Overview

University of Madras is a public state university established in 1857. It is located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

The university offers courses through its campuses in Chepauk, Guindy, Marina, Taramani, and a Sports Campus in Chetpet. It is known for its postgraduate courses, especially M.Sc. and MA programs in various disciplines.

University of Madras Rankings 2026

University of Madras has received the following rankings:

Ranked 68th in India and 5th in Chennai under the Overall category by NIRF in 2025.
Ranked 54th in India and 2nd in Chennai under the Pharmacy category by CollegeHunt in 2025.

University of Madras Courses and Fees

The university offers courses primarily at the PG level. Admissions are based on scores in the entrance exam conducted by Madras University.

Total fees for M.Sc. programs range between INR 13,987 and INR 1.08 Lakhs.

University of Madras Placements

The median package for 2-Year PG programs is INR 5.95 LPA in 2025. The median package for PG (3-Year) programs is INR 6.13 LPA in 2025.

University of Madras Admission Dates 2026

Admission dates for 2026 are covered in the detailed sections below. The admission process is based on the entrance exam conducted by the university.

University of Madras Cutoff

Cutoff details are determined by the entrance exam scores. Specific cutoff information is provided in the relevant sections.

Courses & fees

Course	Duration	Total fees
Master of Science [M.Sc] Graduation	2 Years	₹ 13,987 - 1.08 L
Master of Science [M.Sc] (Information Security and Cyber Forensics)	—	₹ 1.08 Lakhs
Ph.D Postgraduation	3 Years	₹ 24,500
Ph.D. (Psychology)	—	₹ 24,500
Master of Arts [MA] Graduation	2 Years	₹ 9,822 - 53,987
Master of Arts [MA] (English)	—	₹ 49,097

NIRF ranking

Ranked within each category, not overall.

State Public University · 2025 #18

University · 2025 #38

Overall · 2025 #68

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at University of Madras?

Fees at University of Madras start from ₹49K per year, depending on the course. The Courses & Fees tab lists the programme-wise figures.

What is the admission process for University of Madras?

University of Madras admission process for 2026 involves entering through national/state level entrance exams.

Where is University of Madras located?

University of Madras is located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Address: Navalar Nagar, Chepauk, Triplicane India.

Is University of Madras a government or private college?

University of Madras is listed as a government institution in Chennai. It was established in 1857.

What approvals does University of Madras have?

University of Madras lists these approvals and accreditations: UGC. Confirm the current status with the regulator before applying.

What is the NIRF ranking of University of Madras?

University of Madras appears in the NIRF listing at rank #18. NIRF ranks are published within a category, not as one overall order.

What courses does University of Madras offer?

University of Madras lists 272 programmes. The Courses & Fees tab shows each one with its fee.

How do I apply to University of Madras?

Applications are made through the official website (unom.ac.in) or, for entrance-based courses, the relevant counselling authority. You can also use the Apply button on this page to request a callback.