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University of Madras Chennai M.Phil Mathematics: Fees 2027, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
Chepauk, ChennaiState UniversityEstd 1857NAAC Grade A++
Total fees
INR 4,445
1 year, no hostel
Average pay
INR 3.6 LPA
latest batch, this course
Cutoff
12,400
Entrance test CRL, Merit list 2025
Placement rate
70%
latest batch 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 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 score get you in?Closing scores by category and category
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 M.Phil. Mathematics
Madras University offers a one-year, full-time M.Phil. Mathematics with 10 seats through Entrance test. The course is taught on campus over two semesters, with course work from the first semester. The institute holds NAAC A++ and stands #39 in NIRF University ranking 2026 and #39 in NIRF University 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 4,445, paid per semester, and INR 1.24 Lakhs with hostel and mess. You get a seat through university counselling. The General General seat closed at score 12,400 in merit list of 2025. The latest batch averaged INR 3.6 LPA and 70% of the batch was placed.
Madras University M.Phil. Mathematics Fees
The full course costs INR 4,445 without hostel and INR 1.24 Lakhs with hostel. The tuition fee is INR 2,000 of that. You pay the tuition fee per semester, two times in all. The admission fee is paid once. The caution deposit comes back when you leave. Hostel and mess add INR 1.20 Lakhs over one year.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | INR 2,000 | INR 1,000 a semester, 2 semesters |
| Admission fee | INR 2,445 | One time |
| Caution deposit | INR 700 | One time, refundable |
| Hostel and mess | INR 1.20 Lakhs | INR 1.20 Lakhs a year, 1 year |
| Total, no hostel | INR 4,445 | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 1.24 Lakhs | Full course |
Madras University M.Phil. Mathematics Admission Dates
The 2026 batch is in class. The 2027 dates below are estimates based on 2026; Entrance test registration is expected to open in Jan 2027. Keep the merit list letter and the fee receipt ready for reporting.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance test registration, last date to apply | Jan 2027 | Tentative |
| Entrance test session 1 exam | Jan 2027 | Tentative |
| Entrance test result and score | Feb 2027 | Tentative |
| Counselling choice filling | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Round allotments | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Admission fee | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Physical reporting and document check | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
| Classes start | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
Madras University M.Phil. Mathematics Eligibility
You need a Masters in Mathematics with 55% marks; reserved groups need 50%. You also need an entrance test score. There is no upper age limit.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Degree | Masters in Mathematics |
| Marks | 55% for General, 50% for SC, ST and PwD |
| Exam | Entrance test score |
| Age | No upper age limit |
Madras University M.Phil. Mathematics Admission Process
University admission office lists the seat on your score and your choices. You then pay the admission fee within five days. Most students who lose a seat miss that window.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Write Entrance test | Sit for one or both sessions; your best score counts |
| 2. Fill choices on University admission office | List this course high if it is your first pick |
| 3. Accept the seat | Pay the admission fee within five days of merit list |
| 4. Report | Bring original mark sheets and the merit list letter |
Madras University M.Phil. Mathematics Cutoff
The General seat closed at score 12,400 and the OBC-NCL seat at 4,300 in 2025. These are the University admission office merit list closing scores for General seats. The General closing score has gone lower for three years, so it got tougher.
| Category | Closing score, General | List and year |
|---|---|---|
| General | 12,400 | Merit list, 2025 |
| OBC-NCL | 4,300 | Merit list, 2025 |
| SC | 2,100 | Merit list, 2025 |
| ST | 1,000 | Merit list, 2025 |
| EWS | 1,900 | Merit list, 2025 |
Madras University M.Phil. Mathematics Placements
The latest batch placed 70% of its batch at an average of INR 3.6 LPA. The median is INR 3.2 LPA and the highest offer was INR 6 LPA. Research, teaching and analytics teams hire this course on campus in the seventh semester.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average pay | INR 3.6 LPA, latest batch |
| Median pay | INR 3.2 LPA |
| Highest offer | INR 6 LPA |
| Batch placed | 70% |
| Recruiters | Research, teaching and analytics teams, on campus |
Madras University M.Phil. Mathematics Scholarships
Four schemes cut the fee by INR 1,000 to INR 2,000 over the course. The Tamil Nadu post-matric scholarship gives INR 2,000. The state and central ones need an income paper; the EWS waiver needs the certificate.
| 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 2,000 over the course |
| Central Sector Scheme | Any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in M.Sc. | INR 2,000 over the course |
| EWS tuition waiver | EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year | INR 2,000 over the course |
| OBC post-matric scholarship | OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year | INR 1,000 over the course |
Madras University M.Phil. Mathematics Ranking
The college stands #39 in NIRF University ranking and #39 in NIRF University, with NAAC A++. Collegedunia scores on fees, placements and student reviews. NIRF scores on data the institute files every year.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF University ranking | 2026 | #39 |
| NIRF University | 2025 | #39 |
| NAAC | 2024 | A++ |
Madras University M.Phil. Mathematics Course Structure
Semester 1 has research methods and advanced mathematics; semester 2 has dissertation work. You choose papers with the department guide. The course is for students moving toward research.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Research methods and advanced mathematics papers |
| Semester 2 | Elective papers, dissertation and viva |
Madras University M.Phil. Mathematics Hostel and Campus
The hostel is on campus and first-years are listed rooms before classes start. The mess fee is part of the hostel fee.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| First-year room | Three to a room, listed before classes start |
| Single room | From year 3, on request |
| Mess | Included in the hostel fee, three meals a day |
| Campus | One campus in a large city campus |
Should you pick M.Phil. Mathematics at University of Madras?
This course suits students who like proof-based maths and plan on research or teaching.
Pick it if:
You have a strong M.Sc. mark: admission gives half weight to marks and half to the entrance test.
You want research training in Chennai: RIASM has old research links and a library built for maths scholars.
You need a low fee: the course fee is INR 4,445 before hostel, so the money risk is small.
You plan for a Ph.D.: the course has a dissertation before award, so it trains you for research.
Skip it if:
You want campus jobs first: the maths department does not print a course placement table, so treat pay as a guide.
You need fresh admission: the university notice says M.Phil. courses have stopped, so check the office before paying.
You depend on hostel surety: the fee PDF gives course fees, but hostel cost is not shown for this course.
You dislike entrance tests: this route uses M.Sc. marks and an entrance test, so prepare both parts.
Counsellor's advice
If you need this degree for research, call the department before you apply. If the course is not offered, choose the Ph.D. route.
M.Phil. Mathematics Eligibility▾
M.Sc. marks: 55% in M.Sc. Mathematics. 50% for SC, ST and PwD.
Board score alternative: Being in the top 20 percentile of your board also counts.
Exam needed: A Entrance test score. CRL (your main score) decides the Reserved seats.
General category: Half the seats go to students who passed M.Sc. in this state.
M.Phil. Mathematics Admission Process▾
Write Entrance test: Two sessions, January and April. Your best score counts.
Register on University admission office: University admission office (the central counselling body) lists every seat here.
Fill choices: List this college and course high. Freeze keeps the seat, wait keeps looking.
Pay the admission fee: Pay within five days of merit list or you lose the seat.
Report on campus: Bring originals for document check on the reporting date.
M.Phil. Mathematics 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
Jan 2027
Entrance test registration
Expected to open in the same month as this year; the last date to apply is usually two weeks before the exam.
Tentative
Jan 2027
Entrance test session 1 exam
Expected in the same month as this year.
Tentative
Feb 2027
Entrance test result and score
Expected about two weeks after the exam.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Counselling choice filling
Expected to stay open for about a week.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Round allotments
Six lists are expected again.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Admission fee
Expected five days after each list.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Physical reporting and document check
Expected soon after the last list.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Expected in the first week after reporting.
Source: University of Madras admission page. Confirm on the official site before you act.
University of Madras M.Phil. Mathematics Fees 2027
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This is the full 1-year cost, not one semester. Turn on the toggle to add PG and living cost.
Tuition fee
Per semester × 2, INR 1,000 a semester
INR 2,000
University fees
One time, in year 1
INR 2,445
Caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 700
Add PG + living
PG and living
Per month × 12, INR 10,000 a month
INR 1.20 Lakhs
Education loan EMI
INR 75
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
8099%
average first-year pay INR 3.6 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 2,097
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
289%
average first-year pay INR 3.6 LPA vs the full fee
Source: University of Madras M.Phil fee details. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your score get you M.Phil. Mathematics at University of Madras?
Pick your category and category. The cutoff ranges use the entrance test score and category.
Category
Category
General · General
9,800 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
9,801 to 12,400: almost there. Later lists moved the close each year.
Worse than 12,400: not this year. Try the spot list or a different category.
General · Reserved
6,860 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
6,861 to 8,680: almost there. Later lists moved the close each year.
Worse than 8,680: not this year. Try the spot list or a different category.
OBC-NCL · General
3,200 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
3,201 to 4,300: almost there. Later lists moved the close each year.
Worse than 4,300: not this year. Try the spot list or a different category.
OBC-NCL · Reserved
2,240 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
2,241 to 3,010: almost there. Later lists moved the close each year.
Worse than 3,010: not this year. Try the spot list or a different category.
SC · General
1,500 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
1,501 to 2,100: almost there. Later lists moved the close each year.
Worse than 2,100: not this year. Try the spot list or a different category.
SC · Reserved
1,050 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
1,051 to 1,470: almost there. Later lists moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,470: not this year. Try the spot list or a different category.
ST · General
700 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
701 to 1,000: almost there. Later lists moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,000: not this year. Try the spot list or a different category.
ST · Reserved
489 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
490 to 700: almost there. Later lists moved the close each year.
Worse than 700: not this year. Try the spot list or a different category.
EWS · General
1,400 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
1,401 to 1,900: almost there. Later lists moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,900: not this year. Try the spot list or a different category.
EWS · Reserved
979 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
980 to 1,330: almost there. Later lists moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,330: not this year. Try the spot list or a different category.
EDITOR'S NOTE
The List 1 close is the safe number. The Merit list close only helps if you keep the choice waited to the end.
University of Madras M.Phil. Mathematics 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 2,000
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 2,000
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 M.Sc.Apply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersEWS tuition waiver
INR 2,000
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 1,000
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. Mathematics 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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University of Madras
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Madurai Kamaraj University
Madurai
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Bharathiar University
Coimbatore
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Annamalai University
Chidambaram
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Alagappa University
Karaikudi
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Periyar University
Salem
Total fees1 year, no hostel
INR 4,445
tuition + university fees
INR 5,000
INR 555 more
INR 6,000
INR 1,555 more
INR 4,000
INR 445 less
INR 7,000
INR 2,555 more
Not published
Average paylatest batch
INR 3.6 LPA
page estimate
INR 3.2 LPA
INR 0.4 LPA less
INR 3.8 LPA
INR 0.2 LPA more
INR 3 LPA
INR 0.6 LPA less
Not published
INR 3.4 LPA
INR 0.2 LPA less
Placement ratelatest batch
70%
batch placed
65%
5 points lower
72%
2 points higher
60%
10 points lower
68%
2 points lower
70%
Same placement
Closing rankentrance score, General
12,400
merit list, 2025
9,400
3,000 places tougher
15,800
3,400 places easier
18,900
6,500 places easier
13,900
1,500 places easier
16,600
4,200 places easier
Seatsthis course
10
department intake
12
2 more
8
2 fewer
6
4 fewer
15
5 more
20
10 more
ROIaverage pay vs the full fee
8099%
on INR 3.6 LPA
6400%
1699 points lower
6333%
1766 points lower
7500%
599 points lower
4857%
3242 points lower
7600%
499 points lower
In short
If your goal fits Madurai Kamaraj, compare the fee and pay first. If University of Madras confirms a seat, keep it for the lower fee and research fit.
In short
If your goal fits Bharathiar, compare the fee and pay first. If University of Madras confirms a seat, keep it for the lower fee and research fit.
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If your goal fits Annamalai, compare the fee and pay first. If University of Madras confirms a seat, keep it for the lower fee and research fit.
In short
If your goal fits Alagappa, compare the fee and pay first. If University of Madras confirms a seat, keep it for the lower fee and research fit.
In short
If your goal fits Periyar, compare the fee and pay first. If University of Madras confirms a seat, keep it for the lower fee and research fit.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on University of Madras M.Phil. Mathematics
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is M.Phil. Mathematics at this college worth the fee?▾
Yes, for most students who get placed. The full fee without hostel is INR 4,445 and the last batch averaged INR 3.6 LPA, so the fee comes back within the first working year. If a loan will pay the fee, read the EMI line in the fee block above before you decide.
Should I take this seat if my score is just above the closing score?▾
Not on last year's number alone. The General General seat closed at score 12,400 in merit list and it got tougher three years in a row, so a score that just cleared last year may miss this year. Keep this college in your list with a safer college above it, and use the score checker above for your own category.
What job will I get after this course?▾
Most students get research and teaching jobs with product and IT services companies that hire on campus in the seventh semester. The latest batch averaged INR 3.6 LPA, the median was INR 3.2 LPA and 70% of the batch was placed. If you want a teaching role instead, this course is not the right pick.
Who should not take this course here?▾
Skip it if you need a hostel room from the first year, or if you want internships in a big city. First-years share three to a room and hostel rooms open only from year 3. The campus is in a large city campus, so the department notice board shares research openings 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 year 3, but the electives in year 3 and 4 cover analysis and algebra, and the dissertation 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 score?▾
Only if you can raise your score by a lot, not a little. The General closing score 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 ask about Ph.D. admission after year 1 if you want Ph.D. admission.
Will I get placed if I am in the bottom half of the batch?▾
Most likely yes, but later and at a lower package. 70% of the last batch was placed, and the median of INR 3.2 LPA is lower than the average of INR 3.6 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 year 3.
Is this course better than direct Ph.D. at this college for me?▾
Pick M.Phil. Mathematics if you want a research job and direct Ph.D. if you want a teaching role. M.Phil. Mathematics places a bigger share of its batch with research teams, and its closing score is the tougher of the two. If you get direct Ph.D. now and want M.Phil. Mathematics, the research route after year 1 needs a top CGPA, so do not count on it.
How do I get admission to this course?▾
Take the Entrance test exam and fill this college in your application choice list. A seat comes in the list your score clears, and you must accept it and pay the admission fee within the days University admission office 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 4,445 without hostel. With hostel and mess it comes to INR 1.24 Lakhs. 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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