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University of Madras Chennai M.Phil Inorganic Chemistry: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
Chepauk, ChennaiState UniversityEstd 1857NAAC Grade A++
Total fees
INR 5,305
1 year, no hostel
Average pay
INR 3.6 LPA
NIRF PG 1 year median
Cutoff
50%
Master's marks, department route
Placement rate
65%
NIRF PG 1 year placed
In This Page▾
01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to research
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 rank get you in?PG marks by category and course fit
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 M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry
University of Madras offers M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry as a one year, full time research course in the Department of Inorganic Chemistry at Guindy. The department page and CBCS handbook list the course, while the main admission page asks students to check fresh M.Phil admission before paying. The university has NAAC A++ and stands #39 in NIRF University ranking 2024. The full fee without hostel is INR 5,305, and INR 8,305 with hostel. Admission is through department selection on a chemistry master's degree. The course has 12 seats. NIRF PG one year data shows INR 3.6 LPA median pay and 65% placement.
University of Madras M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry Fees
The total fees with hostel is INR 8,305 and the total without hostel is INR 5,305. The tuition and academic fee is INR 5,305. You pay it for the full course, not each semester. The hostel fee adds INR 3,000 when a room is given. Ask the department before payment because fresh M.Phil admission must be confirmed first.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Total academic fee | INR 5,305 | Full course, as published |
| Hostel fee | INR 3,000 | Full course, as published |
| Total, no hostel | INR 5,305 | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 8,305 | Full course |
University of Madras M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry Admission Dates
Department selection list is expected on 6 Oct 2026. The application and entrance steps were completed before this date. Fee payment is expected by 11 Oct 2026 and classes start on 10 Nov 2026. Keep your master's mark sheets and community certificate ready for the document check.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Department admission registration, last date to apply | 12 May 2026 to 15 Jun 2026 | Over |
| Entrance or interview round | 17 Jun 2026 | Over |
| Entrance result and shortlist | Jul 2026 | Over |
| Counselling and allotment | 6 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
| First fee payment, last date | 11 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
| Reporting and document check | 25 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
| Classes start | 10 Nov 2026 | Confirmed |
| Dissertation guide meeting | Nov 2026 | Tentative |
University of Madras M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry Eligibility
You need a master's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry or Physical Chemistry. A 50% master's score is the working mark in the checker. The department checks your PG mark sheet and subject fit before selection. If your degree is from another university, keep the eligibility certificate ready.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Degree | Master's degree in Chemistry or a listed chemistry branch |
| Marks | 50% or better in the master's degree |
| Subject fit | Analytical, Inorganic, Organic or Physical Chemistry allowed |
| Extra paper | Eligibility certificate for other university students |
University of Madras M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry Admission Process
The department reads the admission form, the PG marks and the chemistry subject. You then attend the entrance or interview round if the department lists one. The allotment comes after document check. If you miss the first fee date, you lose the seat.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Fill the form | Use the university department admission portal |
| 2. Upload papers | Give PG mark sheets and degree proof |
| 3. Attend selection | Write the entrance or attend the interview if listed |
| 4. Pay the fee | Pay on the portal by the fee date |
| 5. Report | Bring originals for document check |
University of Madras M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry Cutoff
The General course fit starts at 50% PG marks and the stronger safe mark is 60%. These are checker ranges, not a public rank list. The department can still prefer a student with research fit and a stronger chemistry record.
| Category | Cutoff score | Round and year |
|---|---|---|
| General | 50% | Department selection, 2026 |
| OBC-NCL | 48% | Department selection, 2026 |
| SC | 45% | Department selection, 2026 |
| ST | 45% | Department selection, 2026 |
| EWS | 50% | Department selection, 2026 |
University of Madras M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry Placements
NIRF PG one year data shows 65% placement at a median pay of INR 3.6 LPA. This is university level data, not a course promise. M.Phil students usually use the dissertation for Ph.D admission, lecturer posts or lab roles.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median pay | INR 3.6 LPA |
| Average pay used here | INR 3.6 LPA |
| Batch placed | 65% |
| Common route | Ph.D admission, lecturer posts and lab roles |
| Data scope | NIRF PG 1 year, university level |
University of Madras M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry Scholarships
The largest waiver shown here is INR 3,000 and the academic fee is INR 5,305. State and central schemes depend on category, income and renewal papers. Ask the office before you count any scholarship against this small fee.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu post-matric scholarship | SC or ST, income up to INR 2.5 Lakhs | INR 3,000 |
| University free education scheme | Low income students in the department | INR 1,000 |
| EWS fee support | EWS certificate, income up to INR 8 Lakhs | INR 1,500 |
| OBC post-matric scholarship | OBC-NCL, income up to INR 2.5 Lakhs | INR 2,000 |
University of Madras M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry Ranking
The university is #39 in NIRF University ranking 2024 and has NAAC A++. The department was set up in 1976 and the CBCS handbook lists this M.Phil course. Use the rank for the university name, and use the department page for this course.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF University | 2024 | #39 |
| NAAC | 2024 | A++ |
| Department start | 1976 | Inorganic Chemistry |
University of Madras M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry Course Structure
Semester 1 has three taught papers of 5 credits each. Semester 2 has the 21 credit dissertation and viva. You study advanced inorganic, organic and physical chemistry before the research work starts.
| Semester | What you study | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Advanced Inorganic Chemistry | 5 |
| Semester 1 | Advanced Organic Chemistry | 5 |
| Semester 1 | Advanced Physical Chemistry | 5 |
| Semester 2 | Dissertation and viva | 21 |
University of Madras M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry Seats and Intake
The checker uses 12 seats for the course and one department route. Seats are small because the second semester needs a guide for dissertation work. Ask the department for the exact seat count before you apply.
| Quota | Seats |
|---|---|
| Department selection | 12 |
| General route | Open to eligible chemistry PG students |
| Reserved categories | As per university rules |
Should you pick M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry at University of Madras?
This course suits students who want research training in chemistry and will confirm fresh admission with the department first.
Pick it if:
You want research, not a quick job: the course ends with a 21 credit dissertation and viva in semester 2.
Your PG marks are strong: department selection reads your master's marks before it calls students for document check.
You need a low academic fee: the full academic fee is INR 5,305 before hostel.
You want an old chemistry department: M.Phil teaching is listed with the department history and the Guindy labs.
Skip it if:
You need fresh admission this year: the university page asks students to confirm M.Phil admission before paying.
You want campus hiring as the main plan: NIRF lists PG one year median pay, not course jobs.
You need a long taught course: this is 1 year, with the second semester kept for dissertation work.
You want a sure hostel: the published course fee only adds INR 3,000 hostel fee, so check room allotment first.
Counsellor's advice
If fresh admission is not listed, do not pay outside the university portal. If the department confirms a seat, take it only for research.
M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry Eligibility▾
PG degree: Master's degree in Chemistry, Analytical, Inorganic, Organic or Physical Chemistry.
Marks check: 50% or better in the master's degree keeps you in the safe range.
Subject fit: Your dissertation plan should match inorganic chemistry or a close chemistry area.
Extra paper: Other university students should keep the eligibility certificate ready.
M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry Admission Process▾
Check notice: Confirm that fresh M.Phil admission is listed by the university department.
Fill form: Use the university department admission portal and choose Inorganic Chemistry.
Attend selection: Write the entrance or attend the interview if the department lists one.
Pay fee: Pay the first fee on the portal by the last date or you lose the seat.
Report: Bring original PG mark sheets and community certificate for document check.
M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry Admission Dates 2026
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These are the 2026 department admission dates. Tap 2027 Session for expected dates of the next batch.
The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026.
Over
12 May 2026 to 15 Jun 2026
Department admission registration
Last date to apply was 15 Jun 2026. Late forms were not taken.
Over
17 Jun 2026
Entrance or interview round
The department checked chemistry fit and PG marks.
Over
Jul 2026
Entrance result and shortlist
Shortlisted students kept PG mark sheets ready.
Confirmed
6 Oct 2026
Counselling and allotment
The allotment is checked on the university admission portal.
Confirmed
11 Oct 2026
First fee payment, last date
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by 11 Oct 2026.
Confirmed
25 Oct 2026
Reporting and document check
Bring originals; the seat is cancelled without them.
Confirmed
10 Nov 2026
Classes start
The department guide meeting follows after classes start.
Tentative
Nov 2026
Dissertation guide meeting
The guide is fixed after reporting and subject fit check.
Tentative
May 2027
Department admission registration
Expected to open in the same month as this year; the last date to apply comes before selection.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Entrance or interview round
Expected after the application window shuts.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Entrance result and shortlist
Expected after the department checks PG marks.
Tentative
Oct 2027
Counselling and allotment
Expected on the university portal.
Tentative
Oct 2027
First fee payment
Expected within a few days of allotment.
Tentative
Oct 2027
Reporting and document check
Expected after fee payment.
Tentative
Nov 2027
Classes start
Expected in the first week after reporting.
Source: University of Madras admission portal. Confirm on the official site before you act.
University of Madras M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry Fees 2026
▾
This is the full 1-year cost, not one semester. Turn on the toggle to add hostel fee.
Total academic fee
Full course, as published
INR 5,305
Add hostel fee
Hostel fee
Full course, as published
INR 3,000
Education loan EMI
INR 89
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
6786%
average first-year pay INR 3.6 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 140
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
4335%
average first-year pay INR 3.6 LPA vs the full fee
Source: University of Madras admission portal. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your score get you M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry at University of Madras?
Pick your category and PG subject. The cutoff ranges use master's marks and course fit.
Category
PG subject
General · Chemistry PG
60% or better: yes, you are in. Keep the course as your research pick.
50% to 59%: almost there. Ask the department how it reads research fit.
Below 50%: not safe this year. Improve the PG record or try Ph.D later.
General · Allied Chemistry PG
62% or better: yes, you are in. Keep the course as your research pick.
52% to 61%: almost there. Ask the department how it reads research fit.
Below 52%: not safe this year. Improve the PG record or try Ph.D later.
OBC-NCL · Chemistry PG
58% or better: yes, you are in. Keep the course as your research pick.
48% to 57%: almost there. Ask the department how it reads research fit.
Below 48%: not safe this year. Improve the PG record or try Ph.D later.
OBC-NCL · Allied Chemistry PG
60% or better: yes, you are in. Keep the course as your research pick.
50% to 59%: almost there. Ask the department how it reads research fit.
Below 50%: not safe this year. Improve the PG record or try Ph.D later.
SC · Chemistry PG
55% or better: yes, you are in. Keep the course as your research pick.
45% to 54%: almost there. Ask the department how it reads research fit.
Below 45%: not safe this year. Improve the PG record or try Ph.D later.
SC · Allied Chemistry PG
57% or better: yes, you are in. Keep the course as your research pick.
47% to 56%: almost there. Ask the department how it reads research fit.
Below 47%: not safe this year. Improve the PG record or try Ph.D later.
ST · Chemistry PG
55% or better: yes, you are in. Keep the course as your research pick.
45% to 54%: almost there. Ask the department how it reads research fit.
Below 45%: not safe this year. Improve the PG record or try Ph.D later.
ST · Allied Chemistry PG
57% or better: yes, you are in. Keep the course as your research pick.
47% to 56%: almost there. Ask the department how it reads research fit.
Below 47%: not safe this year. Improve the PG record or try Ph.D later.
EWS · Chemistry PG
60% or better: yes, you are in. Keep the course as your research pick.
50% to 59%: almost there. Ask the department how it reads research fit.
Below 50%: not safe this year. Improve the PG record or try Ph.D later.
EWS · Allied Chemistry PG
62% or better: yes, you are in. Keep the course as your research pick.
52% to 61%: almost there. Ask the department how it reads research fit.
Below 52%: not safe this year. Improve the PG record or try Ph.D later.
EDITOR'S NOTE
The score range is only a guide. For this course, the department can value dissertation fit as much as the PG percentage.
University of Madras M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry 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.
Tamil Nadu post-matric scholarship
INR 3,000
Tamil Nadu 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 answersUniversity free education scheme
INR 1,000
University of Madras
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 fee support
INR 1,500
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 2,000
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 M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry 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.
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Chennai
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Periyar University
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Total fees1 year, no hostel
INR 5,305
academic fee
INR 7,500
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INR 695 more
INR 4,800
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Average payNIRF PG data
INR 3.6 LPA
PG 1 year median
INR 3.2 LPA
INR 0.4 LPA less
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INR 3.1 LPA
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Placement rateshare placed
65%
NIRF PG 1 year
58%
7 points lower
60%
5 points lower
55%
10 points lower
50%
15 points lower
52%
13 points lower
Cutoff scoreminimum PG marks
50%
General
55%
5 points higher
55%
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50%
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55%
5 points higher
50%
Same cutoff
Seatscourse intake
12
department route
10
2 fewer
8
4 fewer
12
Same seats
10
2 fewer
8
4 fewer
ROImedian pay vs full fee
6786%
on INR 3.6 LPA
4267%
2519 points lower
5833%
953 points lower
6458%
328 points lower
3750%
3036 points lower
5091%
1695 points lower
In short
Annamalai costs more and shows lower pay. If University of Madras confirms fresh admission, keep this page's seat above Annamalai for a low fee research route.
In short
Bharathiar is close on pay but costs more and has fewer seats. If both confirm admission, choose University of Madras for the lower fee and older department.
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Bharathidasan is a little cheaper, but its pay and placement figures are lower. If research guide fit is equal, take University of Madras for the stronger city base.
In short
Periyar costs more and has lower pay. If you need the lowest risk choice, keep University of Madras above it after the department confirms the intake.
In short
Manonmaniam Sundaranar is close on fee but lower on pay and seats. If you want Chennai labs and the Guindy department, pick University of Madras first.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on University of Madras M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is M.Phil. Inorganic Chemistry at University of Madras worth the fee?▾
Yes, if your goal is research training and the department confirms fresh admission. The academic fee is only INR 5,305, and the course has a 21 credit dissertation. Do not take it only for campus jobs. Check the admission notice first, then speak to a guide about your research topic.
Should I take this course if I want a Ph.D later?▾
Yes, this course can help if you want a Ph.D in chemistry. Semester 2 is built around the dissertation and viva, so you get research writing practice. The degree alone will not get you a Ph.D seat. Use the year to build a clear topic and a strong guide letter.
Is this course a good pick for a job after one year?▾
Not as the main plan. NIRF PG one year data shows INR 3.6 LPA median pay and 65% placement, but that is university level data. This course is stronger for research, teaching exams and lab roles. If you need a direct job, check current department placement support first.
Who should skip this course?▾
Skip it if you need a confirmed fresh intake before anything else, or if you want a long taught course. The university page asks students to confirm M.Phil admission, and this course lasts 1 year. If you want broad taught chemistry, a two year M.Sc or Ph.D route may fit better.
Should I join if fresh M.Phil admission is not listed?▾
No. Do not pay outside the university portal if fresh admission is not listed. The department page can show the course history, but admission needs a current notice. Call or email the department, keep the reply, and pay only after the official portal opens for this course.
Is the fee worth it against the median pay?▾
Yes on cost, but only if you want research training. The academic fee is INR 5,305 and the median pay used here is INR 3.6 LPA, so the fee is very low. That does not mean a job is promised. Use the fee block and ask about current placements.
Is Chennai useful for this course?▾
Yes, if you use the city well. The department is at Guindy, and Chennai has universities, labs and research centres. The course itself is only 1 year, so start looking for a guide and lab work early. Do not wait until the dissertation semester to build contacts.
Will I get selected with 50% in my master's degree?▾
It is possible, but not safe. The checker starts the General range at 50%, while 60% or better is the safer score shown here. The department can also read subject fit and dissertation idea. Use the checker first, then ask the department how it reads allied chemistry degrees.
What is the full fee for the course?▾
The academic fee shown here is INR 5,305 for the full 1 year course. With hostel, the total becomes INR 8,305. These are small numbers, but you should still confirm them before paying because fresh M.Phil admission must be listed by the university.
Should I count on a scholarship before I join?▾
Yes, if your category and income match a scheme. The calculator shows awards from INR 1,000 to INR 3,000 against the INR 5,305 academic fee. These are estimates. Check the welfare portal and the department office before you count the money in your plan.
Should I apply before the entrance notice is clear?▾
Maybe, if the department lists one for the intake. The 2026 department schedule carried entrance and interview slots for courses, while eligibility for M.Phil chemistry starts with a chemistry master's degree. Check the admission dates block, then read the current department notice before you apply.
Is hostel included in the fee?▾
No. The base fee is INR 5,305 without hostel. The toggle adds INR 3,000 as hostel fee, making the total INR 8,305. A hostel amount does not mean a room is sure. Ask the office how rooms are allotted before you plan your stay.
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