University of Madras Chennai MA Folk Music: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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06 May, 2026 University of Madras Chennai MA Folk Music Fee Structure 2026-27 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 9,822 .

Total fees

INR 9,822

2 years, no hostel

Median pay

INR 5.95 LPA

PG 2-year, NIRF 2026

Cutoff

Merit score, safe range

Placement rate

38%

PG 2-year batch placed

In This Page▾

01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to placements 02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice 03EligibilityThe degree and music background you need 04Admission ProcessEvery step from the form to reporting 05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step 06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel 07Will your score get you in?Score ranges by music background 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 Madras University MA Folk Music

Madras University offers a two-year, full-time MA Folk Music through the Department of Indian Music at Chepauk, Chennai. The course is on campus and follows the CBCS pattern. The university has NAAC A++ with 3.59 CGPA and stands #38 in the NIRF University ranking 2025. The full academic fee without hostel is INR 9,822, and INR 15,822 with hostel. Admission is through the CBCS PG portal and department merit check, not a common entrance rank. The 2026 PG application window closed on 1 Jun 2026. NIRF 2026 reports INR 5.95 LPA median pay for PG two-year students and 516 students placed.

Madras University MA Folk Music Fees

The full course costs INR 9,822 without hostel and INR 15,822 with hostel. The tuition fee is INR 3,000. You pay the academic fee across two years, and hostel is added only if you take a room. The fee is low, but you should still keep the payment receipt because reporting needs it.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
Other academic fee	INR 6,822	Full course, as published
Tuition fee	INR 3,000	Per year × 2, INR 1,500 a year
Hostel fee	INR 6,000	Per year × 2, INR 3,000 a year
Total, no hostel	INR 9,822	Full course
Total with hostel	INR 15,822	Full course

Madras University MA Folk Music Admission Dates

PG online registration closed on 1 Jun 2026. The 2027 form is expected in Apr 2027, with classes expected in Aug 2027. Watch the CBCS portal first, then the department notice for the music check and merit list.

Event	Date	Status
PG online registration, last date to apply	Apr 2027 to Jun 2027	Tentative
Music aptitude selection round	Jun 2027	Tentative
Merit list and result	Jun 2027	Tentative
Admission counselling and allotment	Jul 2027	Tentative
First fee payment, last date	Jul 2027	Tentative
Reporting and document check	Jul 2027	Tentative
Orientation week	Aug 2027	Tentative
Classes start	Aug 2027	Tentative

Madras University MA Folk Music Eligibility

The course needs a bachelor degree and music aptitude. The official line names Karnatic, light, folk or devotional music. You can come from any discipline, but you should be ready to sing, perform or show training during the department check.

Requirement	What you need
Degree	Bachelor degree in any discipline
Music background	Aptitude in Karnatic, light, folk or devotional music
Mode	Full-time on campus course
Duration	2 years

Madras University MA Folk Music Admission Process

Admission has four steps in the table. You fill the CBCS PG form, attend the music check if called, read the merit list and pay the first fee. If you miss the fee date or document check, you can lose the seat.

Step	What you do
1. Apply online	Fill the PG form on the CBCS portal
2. Attend check	Show your music aptitude to the department
3. Read merit list	Check if your name is allotted a seat
4. Report	Pay the fee and bring original papers

Madras University MA Folk Music Cutoff

A safe merit score is 80 and the middle range is 60 to 79. The university does not print a course-wise closing score for Folk Music, so these ranges guide only the checker below. Your music aptitude can matter more than a plain degree mark.

Category	Closing rank or score	Round and year
Strong music background	80	Safe score range, 2027 estimate
Some music training	60 to 79	Middle score range, 2027 estimate
Degree only	Below 60	Needs a stronger music file

Madras University MA Folk Music Placements

NIRF 2026 reports INR 5.95 LPA median pay for PG two-year students and 516 students placed. This is university-wide PG data, not only Folk Music. Folk Music students usually build work through teaching, performance, archives, research projects and cultural groups.

Metric	Value
Median pay	INR 5.95 LPA, PG 2-year
Students placed	516
Graduating students	1,359
PG 2-year intake	1,565
Placement rate	38%
Work areas	Teaching, performance, archives and research projects

Madras University MA Folk Music Scholarships

The biggest support can cut the full INR 9,822 academic fee. NIRF 2026 says 802 PG two-year students received full tuition fee support from government sources. SC, ST and PwD students should check the university support cell before fee payment.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
SC or ST tuition fee concession	SC, ST or SCA students	Up to INR 6,822
PwD full fee concession	Physically challenged PG students	Up to INR 6,822
PM Vidyalaxmi loan support	Students using approved education loans	Loan support, amount as sanctioned
Institution fee support	Students cleared by the university	Up to INR 9,822

Madras University MA Folk Music Ranking

University of Madras is #38 in NIRF University ranking 2025 and has NAAC A++ with 3.59 CGPA. NIRF reads the whole university. NAAC reads teaching, research, support systems and campus work.

Ranking body	Year	Rank or grade
NIRF University	2025	#38
NAAC	2023 to 2030	A++ with 3.59 CGPA
NIRF Overall	2025	Rank range 101 to 150

Madras University MA Folk Music Course Structure

The course has four semesters and covers region-wise folk songs, culture, archiving and documentary work. The handbook lists subjects from Kurinji and Mullai regions, audio-video archiving and folk music in films.

Semester	What you study
Semester 1	Foundation course and Kurinji folk songs
Semester 2	Archiving and Mullai folk songs
Semester 3	Documentary film making and electives
Semester 4	Project work and advanced papers

Madras University MA Folk Music Hostel and Campus

The hostel fee shown here is INR 6,000 for two years. The Indian Music department is at Chepauk. Its handbook says the department has more than 5,000 books and 1,000 audio tapes for music study.

Item	Detail
Campus	Chepauk, Chennai
Hostel fee	INR 6,000 for two years
Library support	More than 5,000 books
Audio archive	More than 1,000 audio tapes

Should you pick MA Folk Music at University of Madras?

This course suits students who already sing or perform and want Chennai-based music study.

Pick it if:

You want Chennai music networks: Chepauk puts you near sabhas, archives and folk artists who can support projects.

You already sing folk or devotional music: eligibility asks for a degree and music aptitude, so your performance file matters.

You want a low fee course: the full academic fee is INR 9,822, so the money risk stays small.

You can apply early: PG registration closed on 1 Jun 2026, so late forms were not accepted.

Skip it if:

You want campus jobs for this course: the university prints only PG-wide pay, so Folk Music jobs are not shown separately.

You need hostel surety: hostel cost is listed, but a room is not promised with admission.

You want a fixed cutoff score: admission is merit based, so the department can change the score each year.

You cannot attend music tests: this course needs music aptitude, so a plain degree may not be enough.

Counsellor's advice

Take this course if you want music study more than campus jobs. If you need a salary offer first, ask the department before paying.

MA Folk Music Eligibility▾

Degree: You need a bachelor degree in any discipline from a recognised university.

Music aptitude: You should show aptitude in Karnatic, light, folk or devotional music.

Mode: The course is full-time and on campus at the Department of Indian Music.

Documents: Bring degree proof, mark sheets, community paper if used and music certificates if you have them.

MA Folk Music Admission Process▾

Apply online: Fill the PG form on the CBCS admission portal when registration opens.

Music check: Attend the department check if your name is called for the selection round.

Merit list: The department reads your degree record and music aptitude before allotment.

Fee payment: Pay the first fee by the last date, or you can lose the seat.

Reporting: Bring original papers for document check before classes start.

MA Folk Music Admission Dates 2027

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The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.

Tentative

Apr 2027 to Jun 2027

PG online registration, last date to apply

Expected from the 2026 portal window; apply before the last date.

Tentative

Jun 2027

Music aptitude selection round

The department may check singing, training and music background.

Tentative

Jun 2027

Merit list and result

Names are expected after form checks and the music round.

Tentative

Jul 2027

Admission counselling and allotment

Accept the allotted seat only after checking the course and fee.

Tentative

Jul 2027

First fee payment, last date

You can lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the last date.

Tentative

Jul 2027

Reporting and document check

Bring original degree papers, mark sheets and category papers if used.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Orientation week

The department is expected to explain papers, attendance and project work.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Classes start

The first semester is expected to start after reporting.

Source: University of Madras CBCS admission portal. Confirm on the official site before you act.

University of Madras MA Folk Music Fees 2027

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This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel cost.

Other academic fee

Full course, as published

INR 6,822

Tuition fee

Per year × 2, INR 1,500 a year

INR 3,000

Add hostel

Hostel fee

Per year × 2, INR 3,000 a year

INR 6,000

Total course fee

INR 9,822

2 years · academic fee, hostel not added

Total course fee

INR 15,822

2 years · academic fee + hostel

Education loan EMI

INR 166

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

6058%

average first-year pay INR 5.95 LPA vs the full fee

Education loan EMI

INR 267

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

3761%

average first-year pay INR 5.95 LPA vs the full fee

Source: University fee structure and course fee notice. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you MA Folk Music at University of Madras?

Pick your music background and category. The score ranges are guides for the department merit check.

Music background

Folk trainedKarnaticLight musicDevotionalDegree only

University of Madras MA Folk Music Scholarship Calculator

Answer the questions. The result is an estimate to confirm with the university.

University of Madras MA Folk Music 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

AnnamalaiKerala UnivTamil UnivBharathiarMadurai Kamaraj

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University of Madras

Chennai

Compared with

Annamalai University

Chidambaram

Compared with

University of Kerala

Thiruvananthapuram

Compared with

Tamil University

Thanjavur

Compared with

Bharathiar University

Coimbatore

Compared with

Madurai Kamaraj University

Madurai

Total fees2 years, no hostel

INR 9,822

academic fee

INR 18,000

INR 8,178 more

INR 12,000

INR 2,178 more

INR 8,000

INR 1,822 less

INR 15,000

INR 5,178 more

INR 13,000

INR 3,178 more

Average payPG 2-year median

INR 5.95 LPA

NIRF 2026

INR 4.80 LPA

INR 1.15 LPA less

INR 4.20 LPA

INR 1.75 LPA less

INR 3.60 LPA

INR 2.35 LPA less

INR 6.10 LPA

INR 0.15 LPA more

INR 4.50 LPA

INR 1.45 LPA less

Placement ratePG 2-year placed

38%

516 of 1,359

28%

10 points lower

32%

6 points lower

40%

2 points higher

35%

3 points lower

31%

7 points lower

Merit scoresafe range

score guide

10 fewer

5 more

5 fewer

10 more

2 fewer

SeatsPG 2-year intake

1,565

NIRF 2026

1,000

565 fewer

1,200

365 fewer

1,800

235 more

1,400

165 fewer

1,300

265 fewer

NIRF rankUniversity rank

#38

NIRF University 2025

#101

63 places lower

#24

14 places higher

#58

20 places lower

#21

17 places higher

#53

15 places lower

In short

Annamalai costs more and has a lower PG median pay. If you want the cheaper Chennai seat and clear Madras, keep Madras above Annamalai.

In short

Kerala University has a higher NIRF rank but costs a little more in this table. If rank matters more than Chennai access, check Kerala; otherwise keep Madras first.

In short

Tamil University is cheaper and has a slightly higher placement rate, but its PG median pay is lower. If fee is your only worry, compare its course papers before you decide.

In short

Bharathiar shows stronger median pay and rank, but the listed fee is higher. If your goal is pay data first, check Bharathiar closely; if Chennai music work matters, Madras stays strong.

In short

Madurai Kamaraj costs more and has lower PG pay in this table. If Madras gives you the course and city fit, take Madras and keep Madurai as backup.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on University of Madras MA Folk Music

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is MA Folk Music at University of Madras worth the fee?▾

Yes, if you want formal music study at a low cost. The full academic fee is INR 9,822, and the department has music books, tapes and project work. The pay figure on this page is PG-wide, so judge this course by training, teachers and Chennai access before you join.

Should I take this course if my music score is near the safe range?▾

Yes, but do not depend on the score alone. The safe guide here is 80, while 60 to 79 is the middle range. If your music file is strong, apply and attend the department check. Keep proof of training, performance and degree marks ready.

What job can I get after MA Folk Music?▾

You can aim for teaching, performance, cultural project work, archives, media music support or research. NIRF gives INR 5.95 LPA as the PG two-year median pay, but that is for all PG courses. Ask the department for course-specific alumni examples before you decide.

Who should take this course?▾

Take it if you already sing or perform folk, Karnatic, light or devotional music. The eligibility line asks for a degree and music aptitude, so the course suits students who can show music work. If you only want a degree with campus jobs, check the placement details first.

Who should skip this course?▾

Skip it if you need a course with printed company lists for Folk Music. The university publishes PG-wide placement data, not course-wise music placements. You should also skip it if you cannot attend music checks or cannot spend time on field and archive work.

Is this course good for higher studies and research?▾

Yes, it can be a good base for research in folk songs, regions, performance and archives. The handbook lists papers on Kurinji and Mullai folk songs, archiving and documentary work. If you plan M.Phil or Ph.D later, build a project file from semester 1.

Is the Chennai location useful for this course?▾

Yes, Chennai helps if you use it well. The Chepauk campus is near music venues, archives and cultural groups. That helps with interviews, recordings and project leads. Visit the department, ask about field work and check how much local work students do each semester.

Should I wait a year and apply later?▾

Wait only if your music file is weak or your degree result is not ready. PG registration for 2026 closed on 1 Jun 2026, and the next full cycle is expected in 2027. Use the year to collect performance proof and improve your audition material.

How do I get admission to MA Folk Music?▾

Apply through the CBCS PG admission portal when registration opens. The official eligibility is a bachelor degree in any discipline with aptitude in Karnatic, light, folk or devotional music. After the form, attend the department check if called, read the merit list, pay the fee and report with papers.

What is the full fee for MA Folk Music?▾

The full academic fee used here is INR 9,822 for two years. If you add hostel, the shown total becomes INR 15,822. The fee block above also shows the education loan EMI and ROI based on the PG-wide median pay.

Can I get a scholarship for this course?▾

Yes, if you match the university or government rules. SC, ST and PwD support can cut the academic fee up to INR 9,822. The calculator above also shows PM Vidyalaxmi loan support. Confirm the papers and last date with the university before fee payment.

Can I pay the fee in parts?▾

The fee is small compared with many PG courses, but you still pay it as the university portal asks. The academic fee is INR 9,822 for the course, while hostel adds INR 6,000. If you need more time, ask the fee office before the payment date.

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