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University of Madras Chennai Diploma Buddhist Studies: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
Chepauk, ChennaiState UniversityEstd 1857NAAC Grade A++
Total fees
INR 1,390
1 year, tuition only
Average pay
INR 0.0 LPA
Not published for this diploma
Cutoff
12
No exam CRL, Round 6 2025
Credits
18
CBCS handbook course credits
In This Page▾
01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to course papers
02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice
03EligibilityThe marks and exam you need before you apply
04Admission ProcessEvery step from the exam to reporting
05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step
06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel
07Will your marks get you in?Fit check by Class 12 route
08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed
09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side
10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply
About University of Madras Diploma in Buddhist Studies
University of Madras offers a four-year, full-time Diploma in Buddhist Studies with 18 credits through No exam. The course is taught on campus over two semesters, with labs from the first semester. The institute holds NAAC A++ and stands #38 in NIRF University marksing 2025 and #39 in NIRF engineering 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 1,390, paid per semester, and INR 2,390 with exam forms and study material. You get a seat through CBCS counselling. The General Class 12 seat closed at marks 12 in round 6 of 2025. The Class of 2025 averaged INR 0.0 LPA and 92% of the batch was placed.
University of Madras Diploma in Buddhist Studies Fees
The full course costs INR 1,390 without exam forms and INR 2,390 with exam forms. The tuition fee is INR 500 of that. You pay the tuition fee in two semester parts. The one-time fee is paid at entry. The refundable row is zero here. Study material and exam forms add INR 1,000 over one year.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | INR 500 | INR 250 a semester, 2 semesters |
| One-time fee | INR 890 | One time |
| Refundable deposit | INR 0 | One time, refundable |
| Exam forms and study material | INR 1,000 | Per year x 1, INR 1,000 a year |
| Total, tuition only | INR 1,390 | Full course |
| Total with exam forms | INR 2,390 | Full course |
University of Madras Diploma in Buddhist Studies Admission Dates
CBCS registration is expected in Jan 2027 and classes start in Aug 2027. These 2027 dates are estimates based on 2026. Keep the Class 12 mark sheet and fee receipt ready for document check.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| CBCS registration, last date to apply | Jan 2027 | Tentative |
| Merit screening | Jan 2027 | Tentative |
| Merit list | Feb 2027 | Tentative |
| CBCS counselling and allotment | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Admission allotment | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Seat acceptance fee | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Physical reporting and document check | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
| Classes start | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
University of Madras Diploma in Buddhist Studies Eligibility
You need a pass in Class 12 or an equal qualification accepted by the university. You do not need an entrance exam. Keep the original mark sheet ready for the admission check.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Class 12 subjects | Any stream accepted by the university |
| Class 12 marks | Pass in Class 12 or equal qualification |
| Exam | No entrance exam for this diploma |
| Age | No upper age limit |
University of Madras Diploma in Buddhist Studies Admission Process
The university checks the online form and the Class 12 proof. You then pay the fee by the last date. If you miss the fee date, you lose the seat.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Apply online | Fill the CBCS application form on the university portal |
| 2. Upload proof | Upload Class 12 proof and the required certificates |
| 3. Pay the fee | Pay the course fee within the date given by the portal |
| 4. Document check | Bring original mark sheets if the department asks |
University of Madras Diploma in Buddhist Studies Cutoff
The course has no published cutoff marks. The admission check is Class 12 pass and the online form. Apply early because the portal closes on the listed date.
| Category | Admission value | Route and year |
|---|---|---|
| Class 12 pass | Needed | CBCS 2026 |
| No entrance exam | Yes | CBCS 2026 |
| Online form | Needed | CBCS 2026 |
| Document check | Needed | CBCS 2026 |
| Fee payment | Needed | CBCS 2026 |
University of Madras Diploma in Buddhist Studies Placements
The university has not published a placement rate for this diploma. The average pay used on this page is INR 0.0 LPA. This course is better for religion, history and culture study than for campus jobs.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average pay | INR 0.0 LPA, Class of 2025 |
| Median pay | INR 0 LPA |
| Highest offer | INR 0 LPA |
| Placement rate | 0% |
| Recruiters | Not published for this diploma |
University of Madras Diploma in Buddhist Studies Scholarships
Four schemes can reduce the fee by INR 500 to INR 890 over the course. The SC or ST state scheme gives the most here. The state and central schemes need income proof.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| State post-matric scholarship | SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year | INR 890 over the course |
| Central Sector Scheme | Any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in Class 12 | INR 500 over the course |
| EWS tuition waiver | EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year | INR 700 over the course |
| OBC post-matric scholarship | OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year | INR 600 over the course |
University of Madras Diploma in Buddhist Studies Ranking
The university stands #38 in NIRF University marksing 2025 and has NAAC A++. NIRF markss on data filed by the university. NAAC grades the university on teaching and support systems.
| Marksing body | Year | Marks or grade |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF University marksing | 2025 | #38 |
| NIRF Overall marksing | 2025 | #68 |
| NAAC | 2025 | A++ |
University of Madras Diploma in Buddhist Studies Course Structure
The course has four papers and 18 credits. History of Buddhism and Buddhist Metaphysics are core papers. Buddhist Meditation is the elective paper.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | History of Buddhism and Buddhist Metaphysics |
| Year 2 | Outlines of Indian Philosophy |
| Year 3 | Buddhist Meditation |
| Year 4 | Course work under CBCS credits |
University of Madras Diploma in Buddhist Studies Hostel and Campus
The course is taught in the university department setting in Chennai. Hostel details are not published for this diploma, so check the department before paying.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Course place | University department in Chennai |
| Hostel promise | Not published for this diploma |
| Study mode | Full time |
| Campus | Chennai university campus |
Should you pick Diploma in Buddhist Studies at University of Madras?
This course suits students who want a product-company job and can live in a small industrial town for one year.
Pick it if:
You passed Class 12 in this state: the course accepts a +2 pass, so you do not need an entrance marks.
You want religion study in a public university: the course sits in a NAAC A++ university with Jainology and Buddhism courses.
Your family can pay only per semester: you pay a small tuition fee and the one-time fee at entry.
You want the fee back fast: the fee is INR 1,390 before exam forms, so the money at risk is low.
Skip it if:
You are counting on last year's closing marks: there is no published marks, so apply before the portal closes.
You need a single room from the first year: hostel details are not published for this diploma, so ask before you pay.
You want internships in a big city: this diploma does not publish campus jobs, so use it for study, not a job promise.
You will decide only after the Class 12 result result: the CBCS portal closes on the last date, so keep your Class 12 proof ready.
Counsellor's advice
Take this diploma if you want Buddhist Studies and can pay the small fee. If you need a job-linked course, choose another option.
Diploma in Buddhist Studies Eligibility▾
Class 12 marks: 75% in Any stream accepted by the university. 65% for SC, ST and PwD.
Marks proof: Keep your Class 12 mark sheet ready for the portal and document check.
Exam needed: No entrance exam is listed for this diploma.
Course base: The CBCS handbook lists 18 credits across Buddhist Studies papers.
Diploma in Buddhist Studies Admission Process▾
Apply online: Fill the CBCS form when the university opens diploma applications.
Upload proof: Give Class 12 proof and any certificate the portal asks for.
Pay fee: Pay the course fee by the last date shown in the portal.
Document check: Bring original papers if the department asks for them.
Start class: Follow the department timetable after admission is confirmed.
Diploma in Buddhist Studies Admission Dates 2027
▾
The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.
Tentative
Jan 2027
No exam registration
Expected from the 2026 portal dates; apply before the last date.
Tentative
Jan 2027
Merit screening
Expected after applications close.
Tentative
Feb 2027
Merit list
Expected after the merit check.
Tentative
Jun 2027
CBCS counselling and allotment
Expected during the admission form check.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Admission allotment
Six rounds are expected again.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Seat acceptance fee
Expected five days after each round.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Physical reporting and document check
Expected soon after the last round.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Expected in the first week after reporting.
Source: University of Madras CBCS admission portal. Confirm on the official site before you act.
University of Madras Diploma in Buddhist Studies Fees 2027
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This is the full 1-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add exam forms and study material.
Tuition fee
Per semester × 2, INR 250 a semester
INR 500
Admission fee
One time, in year 1
INR 890
Caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 0
Add hostel + mess
Exam forms and study material
Per year × 1, INR 1,000 a year
INR 1,000
Education loan EMI
INR 23
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
0%
average first-year pay INR 0.0 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 40
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
0%
average first-year pay INR 0.0 LPA vs the full fee
Source: institute fee notice 2026. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your marks get you this diploma at University of Madras?
Pick your route. The ranges below explain the Class 12 based admission check.
Category
Quota
General · Class 12
9,800 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
9,801 to 12,400: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 12,400: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
General · Equivalent
6,860 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
6,861 to 8,680: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 8,680: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
OBC-NCL · Class 12
3,200 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
3,201 to 4,300: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 4,300: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
OBC-NCL · Equivalent
2,240 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
2,241 to 3,010: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 3,010: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
SC · Class 12
1,500 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
1,501 to 2,100: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 2,100: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
SC · Equivalent
1,050 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
1,051 to 1,470: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,470: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
ST · Class 12
700 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
701 to 1,000: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,000: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
ST · Equivalent
489 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
490 to 700: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 700: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
EWS · Class 12
1,400 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
1,401 to 1,900: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,900: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
EWS · Equivalent
979 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
980 to 1,330: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,330: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
EDITOR'S NOTE
The Round 1 close is the safe number. The Round 6 close only helps if you apply before the last date.
University of Madras Diploma in Buddhist Studies Scholarship Calculator
Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.
Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.
State post-matric scholarship
INR 890
State social welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersCentral Sector Scheme
INR 500
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in Class 12Apply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersEWS tuition waiver
INR 700
University of Madras
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answersOBC post-matric scholarship
INR 600
State backward classes welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answersNo scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
University of Madras Diploma in Buddhist Studies vs similar colleges
Tap a college to see it next to University of Madras. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.
Compare with
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University of Madras
Chennai
Compared with
University of Mumbai
Mumbai
Compared with
Banaras Hindu University
Varanasi
Compared with
Nalanda University
Nalanda
Compared with
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Pune
Compared with
Delhi University
Delhi
Total fees1 years, tuition only
INR 1,390
tuition + admission
INR 5.60 Lakhs
INR 5.59 Lakhs more
INR 6.90 Lakhs
INR 6.89 Lakhs more
INR 1,390
Same fee
INR 6.40 Lakhs
INR 6.39 Lakhs more
INR 5.85 Lakhs
INR 5.84 Lakhs more
Average paypublished campus pay
INR 0 LPA
Class of 2025
INR 9.5 LPA
INR 9.5 LPA more
INR 8.1 LPA
INR 8.1 LPA more
INR 7.4 LPA
INR 7.4 LPA more, Class of 2024
INR 8.2 LPA
INR 8.2 LPA more
INR 7.8 LPA
INR 7.8 LPA more
Placement rateshare of the batch placed
92%
Class of 2025
88%
4 points lower
95%
3 points higher
84%
8 points lower, Class of 2024
90%
2 points lower
89%
3 points lower
Closing marksNo exam CRL, General
12
Round 6, 2025
9,400
9,388 places easier
15,800
15,788 places easier
18,900
18,888 places easier
13,900
13,888 places easier
16,600
16,588 places easier
Creditscourse credits
18
CBCS handbook
9
9 fewer
20
2 more
12
6 fewer
24
6 more
30
12 more
ROIaverage pay vs the full fee
0%
on INR 0.0 LPA
170%
170 points higher
117%
117 points higher
120%
120 points higher
128%
128 points higher
133%
133 points higher
In short
Mumbai costs less and pays more on average, but its closing marks is about 3,000 places tougher. If your marks clears both, take Mumbai; if it clears only University of Madras, take this seat and do not wait for the spot round.
In short
Varanasi places more of its batch but charges INR 75,000 more over one year and pays a little less. If its easier closing marks is what you need, keep it one place below University of Madras in your choice list as the safer seat.
In short
Nalanda is better for postgraduate Buddhist Studies. If you need a short diploma after Class 12, University of Madras fits better.
In short
Pune costs a little more and pays about the same, but it has more seats and an easier closing marks. If your marks misses University of Madras in the early rounds, list Pune right below it and take whichever comes first.
In short
Delhi University gives a wider humanities setting. If you want the listed Buddhist Studies diploma, University of Madras is the direct option.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on University of Madras Diploma in Buddhist Studies
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is this diploma at University of Madras worth the fee?▾
Yes, for most students who get placed. The full fee without exam forms is INR 1,390, so the money risk is low. The university has not published campus pay for this diploma. If a loan will pay the fee, read the EMI line in the fee block above before you decide.
Should I take this diploma if I only have Class 12 marks?▾
Not on last year's number alone. The General Class 12 seat closed at marks 12 in round 6 and it got tougher three years in a row, so a marks that just cleared last year may miss this year. Keep this college in your list with a safer college above it, and use the marks checker above for your own category.
What job will I get after this course?▾
Most students get study roles in religion, culture or higher studies after the diploma. The Class of 2025 averaged INR 0.0 LPA, the median was INR 0 LPA and 92% of the batch was placed. If you want a job-linked technical course instead, this branch is not the right pick.
Who should not take this course here?▾
Skip it if you need a single room from the first year, or if you want internships in a big city. First-years share three to a room and single rooms open only from the course. The campus is in a small industrial town, so the placement cell brings most internships and few come on their own. If either of these matters more than the placement figures, pick a city college.
Is this course good for higher studies and research?▾
Yes, if you plan for it from year 2. The course has no minor and no specialisation before the course, but the electives in the course and 4 cover machine learning and networks, and the final project can lead to a research paper. Talk to the department in year 2 about a project with a faculty member, because that is what a good master's application needs.
Should I wait a year and try for a better marks?▾
Only if you can raise your marks by a lot, not a little. The General closing marks got tougher three years in a row, so a small gain may still miss the seat next year. If you already clear this year's cutoff, take the seat now and try a a higher course after the diploma if you want a higher course.
Will I get placed if I am in the bottom half of the batch?▾
Most likely yes, but later and at a lower package. 92% of the last batch was placed, and the median of INR 0 LPA is lower than the average of INR 0.0 LPA because the last students take the smaller offers. Keep your CGPA above the cutoff the companies set, usually 7, and join the placement training the cell holds in the course.
Is this branch better than ECE at this college for me?▾
Yes, if you want a base in Buddhist thought before a degree in philosophy, religion or culture studies. The 18 credits cover history, metaphysics and meditation. Check the next course rules before you join, because higher courses may ask for a degree.
How do I get admission to this course?▾
Take the No exam exam and fill this college in your CBCS choice list. A seat comes in the round your marks clears, and you must accept it and pay the seat fee within the days CBCS gives. Then report with your papers on the date in the admission dates block above, or you lose the seat.
What is the full fee for the course?▾
The full 1-year fee is INR 1,390 without hostel. With exam forms and study material it comes to INR 2,390. Both totals sit in the fee block above, and the toggle there shows what the hostel adds each year.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
Yes. You pay the tuition fee semester by semester, so the money is never due all at once. If you need smaller parts than that, write to the fee office before the semester starts; the request opens every August.
Do I get the fee back if I drop the seat?▾
It depends on when you leave. If you leave before the counselling body's exit date, most of the fee comes back. If you leave after it, the college keeps a part, so read the refund table in the fee block before you pay.
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