Content Curator | Updated on - May 15, 2026

D.G. Vaishnav College (DGVC), Arumbakkam, Chennai, is a government-aided private arts and science college established in 1964, affiliated with University of Madras and accredited NAAC A++. The one-year Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) in Economics is a research degree that builds advanced expertise in economics, econometrics, development economics, public policy, and economic theory through coursework and a dissertation. The programme prepares graduates for Ph.D. research and college-level teaching. Total programme fees are ₹35,000 for the one-year duration. Collegedunia ranks D.G. Vaishnav College 193 among Arts colleges in India in its 2026 list.

D.G. Vaishnav College accepts applications for M.Phil. (Economics) for the 2026-27 session; the application window typically opens in June 2026. Admission is through an entrance test and interview; UGC-NET/JRF holders in Economics may be exempted from the entrance test.

Key Points

One-year M.Phil. in Economics affiliated with University of Madras, Arumbakkam, Chennai; NAAC A++ accreditation
Total fees: ₹35,000 for the one-year programme; Collegedunia ranks D.G. Vaishnav College 193 among Arts colleges in India in its 2026 list.
Admission via entrance test and interview; UGC-NET/JRF holders in Economics may be eligible for exemption from the entrance test
Programme combines advanced coursework in economics, econometrics, development economics, public policy, and economic theory with original dissertation research under a recognised guide
M.Phil. qualifies graduates to apply for Ph.D. registration and for college lecturer positions (subject to UGC norms)

D.G. Vaishnav College M.Phil. Economics Fees

M.Phil. Economics Fee Structure

Component	Amount (INR)
Programme Fee (1-year M.Phil.)	₹35,000
Total Fees	₹35,000

Total fee of ₹35,000 covers the complete one-year M.Phil. (Economics) programme at D.G. Vaishnav College; fees are subject to revision by the college and University of Madras for the 2026-27 session.
Additional examination fees, library fees, and miscellaneous charges may apply as per University of Madras norms; candidates should verify the complete fee structure at the time of admission.

D.G. Vaishnav College M.Phil. Economics Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Open (Tentative)	June 2026
Last Date to Apply (Tentative)	July 2026
Entrance Test / Interview (Tentative)	August 2026
Commencement of Programme (Tentative)	August - September 2026

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Registration End	Exam Date	Result

Admission to M.Phil. programmes at D.G. Vaishnav College is through an entrance test and interview conducted by University of Madras or the college; candidates holding UGC-NET/JRF in the relevant subject may be exempted from the entrance test at the discretion of the institution.
Applications are submitted online through the University of Madras affiliated college portal or the college's own admission portal at dgvaishnavcollege.edu.in; the application fee and submission window are announced on the official website.
Shortlisted candidates must appear for a written test and/or interview at the DGVC campus; the selection is merit-based on the written test score, academic record, and interview performance.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Master's degree (M.A. Economics, M.Sc. Economics, M.Com, MBA, or allied social-science PG degree) from a recognised university with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks (50% for SC/ST candidates as per UGC norms).
Candidates appearing in the final year of their Master's programme may apply provisionally, subject to producing the final mark sheet before the commencement of the M.Phil. programme.
No upper age limit is prescribed; working professionals with the required PG qualification may also apply.

Admission Process

Visit dgvaishnavcollege.edu.in or the University of Madras affiliated college portal to access the M.Phil. application form; fill in academic credentials and research interest; submit by the announced deadline.
Pay the application fee as specified at the time of form submission; keep a copy of the fee receipt for reference.
Appear for the written entrance test at the DGVC campus; the test covers advanced economics, econometrics, development economics, public policy, and economic theory, research methodology, and general aptitude.
Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview with the Research Admission Committee; academic performance, research intent, and proposed area of study are evaluated.
Selected candidates receive an admission letter; pay the programme fee and complete document verification (original PG mark sheets, degree certificate, UGC-NET/JRF certificate if applicable, community certificate, and Aadhaar card) at the college office.

D.G. Vaishnav College M.Phil. Economics Scholarships 2026

M.Phil. Economics Scholarships Available

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
UGC Non-NET Fellowship	₹5,000/month (M.Phil.)	For M.Phil. students not holding NET/JRF; apply through college research office; discontinued for new awardees from 2016 but may vary by institution
Tamil Nadu SC/ST Scholarship (PG)	Full tuition fee (variable)	SC/ST category; apply through district Social Welfare Office before November
Tamil Nadu BC/MBC Scholarship (PG)	₹2,000/year	BC/MBC category; family income below ₹2 lakh/year; apply on Tamil Nadu e-Kalvi portal
University of Madras Merit Scholarship	Variable	For rank-holders in University examinations; details at unom.ac.in

Scholarship applications for state government schemes are submitted via the Tamil Nadu e-Kalvi portal; deadlines typically fall in September to November.
Research students holding UGC-JRF receive ₹37,000/month (first 2 years) and ₹42,000/month (subsequent years) directly from UGC; no separate college application is required beyond producing the JRF award letter at admission.
Contact the DGVC Research Office at dgvaishnavcollege.edu.in for the current year's fellowship and scholarship availability for M.Phil. students.

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