What is the NIRF ranking of University of Madras?

In the NIRF 2025 rankings, University of Madras is ranked #18 among state public universities, #38 among universities and #68 overall.

How are placements at University of Madras?

In the data University of Madras submitted to NIRF 2025, 483 of the 1,298 students who graduated from its 2-year PG programmes in 2023–24 were placed (37.2%), at a median salary of ₹4.2 LPA. Another 310 went on to higher studies.

Is University of Madras a government or private institution?

University of Madras is a government institution in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, established in 1857. It is affiliated to State University (UGC).

Which bodies approve or accredit University of Madras?

University of Madras lists approval or accreditation from UGC and NAAC.

Do students at University of Madras get scholarships or fee waivers?

In 2023–24, 1,122 of its 3,384 students had their full tuition fee reimbursed: 539 through state and central government schemes, 523 by the institution and 60 by private bodies (NIRF 2025 data).

How many students study at University of Madras?

3,384 students were enrolled across its programmes in 2023–24, 58.8% of them women (NIRF 2025 data).

GovernmentNIRF 2025 #68 OverallNIRF 2025 #38 UniversityUGCNAAC

University of Madras

Chennai, Tamil Nadu5000 IntakeofflineFounded 1857State University (UGC)

Fees / year

₹5,000 - ₹50,000

Courses

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Median Salary

₹4.2 LPA

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At a glance

Established: 1857
Institution type: Government
Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Affiliation: State University (UGC)
Approvals: UGC, NAAC
NIRF 2025: #68 Overall, #38 University, #18 State Public University
Median salary: ₹4.2 LPA (2-year PG programmes, 2023–24)
Placement rate: 37.2% (2-year PG programmes, 2023–24)
Students enrolled: 3,384 (2023–24)
Website: unom.ac.in

Placement and student figures: data submitted by the institution to NIRF 2025.

About University of Madras

University of Madras, established in 1857, is one of the three oldest modern universities in India, ranked 68th overall in NIRF 2025. Located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, the university offers programs across arts, science, management, education, and Indian languages through its 67 departments. The university has a rich legacy of producing distinguished scholars, scientists, and administrators. Its research centres are known for contributions in theoretical physics, marine biology, and classical Tamil studies.

NIRF 2025 Rankings

The National Institutional Ranking Framework (Ministry of Education) ranks institutions in separate lists.

Ranking list	Rank	Score
State Public University	#18	61.43
University	#38	55.23
Overall	#68	52.89

Source: NIRF India Rankings 2025, Ministry of Education. Data submitted by the institution (PDF)

Placements

483 of the 1,298 students who graduated from University of Madras's 2-year PG programmes in 2023–24 were placed (37.2%), at a median salary of ₹4.2 LPA. 310 went on to higher studies.

Source: data submitted by the institution to NIRF 2025.

Year-wise placements

Scholarships and Fee Reimbursement

In 2023–24, 1,122 of 3,384 students at University of Madras (33.2%) had their full tuition fee reimbursed by government schemes, the institution or private bodies (NIRF 2025 data).

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