Question 1

Is Queen Marys College open to male candidates?

Accepted Answer

No. Queen Marys College is exclusively a womens college. Only female candidates are eligible for UG, PG, and MCA programmes. This applies to all courses including B.Sc., B.A., M.Sc., and MCA.

Question 2

What is the eligibility for UG admission at Queen Marys College Chennai?

Accepted Answer

Candidates must have passed HSC (Plus Two) from the Tamil Nadu State Board or an equivalent board. They must be women and not exceed 24 years of age as on July 1. No minimum percentage is mandated but merit rank in HSC Part-III marks (out of 400) determines seat allotment.

Question 3

Is there any entrance exam for UG admission at QMC Chennai?

Accepted Answer

No separate entrance exam is required for B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., BCA, or Corporate Secretaryship. Admission is based entirely on HSC Part-III merit rank through the TNGASA portal. The only exception is MCA, which requires a valid TANCET score.

Question 4

How are UG seats allotted at Queen Marys College?

Accepted Answer

A provisional merit rank list is prepared based on HSC Part-III total marks. Candidates attend counselling at the college on the allotted date. They verify documents and pay fees to confirm their seat. Government reservation norms and special quotas for sports, physically challenged, Andaman Tamil, and ex-servicemen children apply.

Question 5

What is the TANCET cut-off for MCA at Queen Marys College?

Accepted Answer

In 2025, the TANCET MCA cut-off at Queen Marys College was 78.01 for the Open Category in Round 1. Cut-offs vary each year based on the number of applicants and available seats. Candidates with a TANCET score above 75 should prioritise QMC Chennai in their choice filling.

Question 6

What PG programmes does Queen Marys College offer and how are students selected?

Accepted Answer

QMC Chennai offers 17 PG programmes: M.A. in English, Tamil, History, Sociology, Economics, and Indian Music; M.Sc. in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Geography, Home Science, and Computer Science; and M.Com. The total intake is 310 seats. Selection is merit-based on UG degree marks via the TNGASA portal.

Question 7

Is there a management quota or direct admission at Queen Marys College?

Accepted Answer

No. Queen Marys College does not offer management quota or direct admission. All seats are filled through merit and Tamil Nadu Government centralised counselling. There is no NRI quota either.

Question 8

What scholarships are available at Queen Marys College Chennai?

Accepted Answer

BC/MBC/SC/ST scholarships are available for students with parental income below INR 2.50 lakhs per year. Minority students can apply through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). The Central Sector Scholarship covers merit candidates with parental income below INR 8 lakhs. Tamil medium UG students receive INR 900 per year. PG students with 60% marks can apply for the Adi Dravidar Welfare Education Scheme.

Question 9

What documents are required for Queen Marys College counselling?

Accepted Answer

Candidates must bring the TNGASA application printout, HSC mark sheets, transfer certificate, community certificate with current official seal, conduct certificate, medical certificate, and passport-size photographs. Attested copies of all documents are required. Special quota candidates must carry original proof of eligibility.

Question 10

When does Queen Marys College release the UG rank list for the next cycle?

Accepted Answer

For 2026-27, the UG provisional rank list was released on June 4, 2026. For the 2027-28 cycle, the rank list is expected around May to June 2027 (Tentative). Candidates can download it from queenmaryscollege.edu.in after the official release.

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