06 May, 2026 University of Madras Chennai MA Life Long Learning and Extension Fee Structure 2026-27 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 9,822 .
University of Madras offers a two-year, full-time MA Life Long Learning course in the Department of Adult and Continuing Education. The department started in 1976 and works on adult education, skill training and extension work. The university holds NAAC A++ with a 3.59 score and stands #38 in NIRF University ranking 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 9,822, and INR 15,822 with hostel. You get admission through the university CBCS portal on graduation marks. The safer graduation score range is 60% and above. The course has 20 seats. The NIRF PG 2-year group shows INR 5.95 LPA median pay and 62% placed.
The total fees with hostel is INR 15,822 while the fees without hostel is INR 9,822. The tuition and academic fee is INR 9,822. You pay the university fee for the full course through the fee portal. Hostel is separate and only adds if a room is allotted.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and academic fee | INR 9,822 | Full course, as published |
| Hostel fee | INR 6,000 | Full course, as published |
| Total, no hostel | INR 9,822 | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 15,822 | Full course |
The 2027 registration is expected in Apr 2027. The last date to apply is expected in Jun 2027 and classes are expected in Aug 2027. Keep your degree mark sheet and community certificate ready before the portal opens.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| PG registration, last date to apply | Apr 2027 to Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Department selection screening | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Merit list result | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Admission counselling and seat allotment | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Admission fee payment | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Reporting and document check | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
| Classes start | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
You need a bachelor degree in any subject from this university or an accepted university. There is no entrance exam listed for this course. Apply only if your degree result and papers are ready before counselling.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Degree | Bachelor degree in any subject |
| University rule | Degree accepted by the Syndicate |
| Score route | Graduation marks for merit selection |
| Papers | Degree mark sheet and category paper if it applies |
The university takes the form on its CBCS portal and the department checks eligible applications. You upload marks, pay the fee and attend counselling if called. If you miss fee payment, you lose the seat.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Register online | Fill the PG form on the CBCS admission portal |
| 2. Upload papers | Give degree marks and category paper if it applies |
| 3. Check selection | Follow the department merit list or counselling message |
| 4. Pay fee | Pay the admission fee by the date given |
| 5. Report | Bring original papers for document check |
A 60% graduation score is the safer range and 50% to 59% needs a later list. The university has not published a course cutoff rank. Use the checker as a guide, not a promise of admission.
| Score range | Chance level | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| 70% and above | Strong | Graduation marks |
| 60% to 69% | Good | Graduation marks |
| 50% to 59% | Wait list chance | Graduation marks |
| Below 50% | Not safe | Graduation marks |
The NIRF PG 2-year group shows INR 5.95 LPA median pay and 62% placed. This is a university-level PG figure, not a course-only placement report. Most course roles are in training, extension work and community projects.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median pay | INR 5.95 LPA, PG 2-year group |
| Batch placed | 62% |
| Role areas | Adult education, training and extension work |
| Pay source | NIRF PG 2-year group |
Four schemes can cut the fee by INR 2,000 to INR 6,000 in this build. The state post-matric scholarship gives the biggest help for SC and ST students. Income proof and category paper matter most.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| State post-matric scholarship | SC or ST, low income | INR 4,000 |
| Central Sector Scheme | Merit students with income up to INR 8 Lakhs | INR 2,000 |
| EWS support | EWS certificate with income up to INR 8 Lakhs | INR 3,000 |
| OBC post-matric scholarship | OBC-NCL, low income | INR 3,822 |
The university stands #38 in NIRF University ranking 2025 and has NAAC A++ with 3.59. NIRF uses data filed by the university. NAAC checks teaching, research, student support and campus systems.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF University | 2025 | #38 |
| NIRF Overall | 2025 | #68 |
| NAAC | 2023 | A++ with 3.59 |
Year 1 teaches adult education, management and learning psychology. Year 2 adds extension education, project work and field learning. You should be ready for community visits and report writing.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Adult education, management and learning psychology |
| Year 2 | Extension education, project work and field learning |
| Field work | Community projects and reports |
| Skill focus | Training design and adult learning |
This course suits students who want adult education, training and community extension work.
The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.
Source: University of Madras CBCS admission portal. Confirm on the official site before you act.
This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel cost.
Source: University of Madras fee structure. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Pick your graduation marks. These ranges are a guide because the university has not published a course cutoff.
The university has not published a course cutoff. Trust the final merit list over any score range on this page.
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