The Five-Year Integrated BA+MA in History at Tamil University, Thanjavur is a full-time programme offered under the Department of History and Epigraphy, Faculty of Manuscriptology. The integrated programme combines undergraduate and postgraduate study of History over five years, covering ancient and medieval Tamil history, epigraphy, numismatics, archaeological methods, South Indian dynasties, colonial period, Tamil Nadu history, historiography, source analysis, and the history of culture and civilisation. Tamil University is a NAAC B+ accredited state specialised university established under the Tamil University Act, 1981; the integrated programme admits Class 12 pass students and the degree awarded on successful completion is an integrated MA in History.
Applications for the 2026-27 Five-Year Integrated BA+MA in History at Tamil University, Thanjavur are expected to open in June 2026. Admission is merit-based on Class 12 qualifying marks; no entrance examination is conducted.
Key Points
- Five-year Integrated BA+MA in History at Tamil University, Thanjavur; admits Class 12 pass candidates directly.
- Programme spans ancient and medieval Tamil history, epigraphy, numismatics, archaeological methods, South Indian dynasties, colonial period, Tamil Nadu history, historiography, source analysis, and the history of culture and civilisation.
- Total fees of Rs 40,250 over five years (Rs 8,050 per year).
- Merit-based admission on Class 12 qualifying marks; no separate entrance exam.
- NAAC B+ accredited institution; integrated programme leads to an MA-level degree on completion.
Tamil University Thanjavur BA+MA (History) Fees
BA+MA (History) Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Per Year Fee (Years 1 to 5) | Rs 8,050 |
| Total Fees (5 years, Hostel charges separate) | Rs 40,250 |
- Annual fee of Rs 8,050 applies for each of the five years of the integrated programme as per the official 2024-25 Tamil University fee structure.
- Application fee of Rs 590 (General) or Rs 345 (SC/ST/BC/MBC) is payable separately via SBI Collect at the time of application.
- Hostel accommodation charges, if availed, are billed separately by the university.
Tamil University Thanjavur BA+MA (History) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Opens (2026-27) | June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date to Apply | Late June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Merit List Announcement | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Document Verification and Fee Payment | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| Tamil University Integrated Admissions (Merit-Based) | No entrance exam | Admission on Class 12 merit | Merit list: July 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission to the Integrated BA+MA in History is merit-based on Class 12 marks; no entrance examination is conducted.
- Tamil Nadu reservation norms apply: OC 31%, BC 26%, BCM 3.5%, MBC/DNC 20%, SC 18%, ST 1%.
- Candidates must produce original Class 12 mark sheets and transfer certificate at the time of document verification.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Class 12 (10+2) pass from a recognised board.
- Minimum 50 percent marks in Class 12 (10+2) qualifying examination; 45 percent for SC, ST, and reserved categories.
- Students from all streams (Arts, Science, Commerce) are eligible; Tamil Nadu state and other state candidates may apply.
Admission Process
- Obtain the application form from the Tamil University admissions portal (tamiluniversity.ac.in) or from the university campus.
- Fill in personal, academic, and programme details and attach self-attested copies of Class 12 mark sheets, transfer certificate, and category certificate.
- Pay the application fee via SBI Collect as per the applicable category (General or reserved).
- Submit the completed application before the published last date.
- Check the merit list on the university website and attend document verification if selected.
- Pay the Year 1 fees and confirm the seat within the stipulated date.
Tamil University Thanjavur BA+MA (History) Scholarships 2026
BA+MA (History) Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Tamil Nadu Government Post-Matric Scholarship | Full or partial fee assistance | SC, ST, MBC, BC students; family income limit applies |
| Tamil Nadu Chief Minister’s Scholarship | Variable | Merit-based for Tamil Nadu state students in government universities |
| National Scholarship Portal Schemes | Variable | Central government scholarships for eligible categories; apply via scholarships.gov.in |
| Maulana Azad National Fellowship (PG stage) | Variable | Minority community students; applicable from the PG component onwards |
- Tamil Nadu government post-matric scholarships for SC, ST, MBC, and BC students are processed through the Tamil Nadu e-Scholarship portal.
- National Scholarship Portal applications open annually; deadlines are published on scholarships.gov.in.
- Scholarship continuation requires satisfactory academic progress in each year of the five-year programme.
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