The M.Phil. in Tamil (Full Time) at Dr. G.R. Damodaran College of Science (GRDCS), Coimbatore, is a one-year postgraduate research programme offered by the Department of Tamil under Bharathiar University. The programme develops advanced research skills in research methodology in humanities, Tamil language and literature, classical Tamil texts, Tamil linguistics, folk literature, comparative literature, and contemporary Tamil studies, culminating in a dissertation. The full-time format is suitable for candidates who can dedicate a year entirely to research. GRDCS is an autonomous institution with NAAC A+ Grade (2023), affiliated to Bharathiar University, offering M.Phil programmes across all departments covered by its undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Applications for the 2026-27 academic session are expected to open from June 2026; candidates should follow the Bharathiar University Research Admission CET notification and apply through the GRDCS admissions office at grd.org.
Key Points
- GRDCS M.Phil. (Tamil) Full Time is a 1 year research programme affiliated to Bharathiar University at a NAAC A+ Grade institution.
- The programme covers research methodology in humanities, Tamil language and literature, classical Tamil texts, Tamil linguistics, folk literature, comparative literature, and contemporary Tamil studies, culminating in an original research dissertation.
- Total programme fee is ₹42,000 for the complete course.
- Admission is based on Bharathiar University Research Admission CET; UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, SLET, and SET holders are exempt from the CET.
GRDCS M.Phil. (Tamil) Fees
M.Phil. (Tamil) Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Programme Fee (Full Time, 1 Year) | ₹42,000 |
| Total Fees (1 Year) | ₹42,000 |
- The one-year full-time M.Phil. programme fee is ₹42,000, payable at the time of admission.
- Additional charges such as examination fee, library fee, and laboratory fee may apply as per Bharathiar University and college norms.
- Specific fee components for the 2026-27 session may be confirmed from the college fee circular at grd.org.
GRDCS M.Phil. (Tamil) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| GRDCS M.Phil Application Open | June 2026 |
| Bharathiar University Research Admission CET | June-July 2026 (as per BU notification) |
| Interview at GRDCS | July 2026 |
| Final Selection and Admission | July-August 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| Bharathiar University Research Admission CET | June 2026 | June-July 2026 | July 2026 |
| UGC-NET / CSIR-NET / SLET / SET | Exempt from CET | Holders shortlisted directly for interview | As per BU norms |
- Admission to M.Phil at GRDCS is governed by Bharathiar University regulations; candidates must qualify the university’s Research Admission CET or hold a valid UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, SLET, or SET score.
- NET/GATE/SLET/SET holders are exempt from the university CET and are directly shortlisted for the interview round.
- Final selection is based on CET score (or exemption) and performance in the interview conducted at GRDCS.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a M.A. (Tamil) or an equivalent postgraduate degree in Tamil language and literature from a recognised university.
- A minimum aggregate of 55 percent marks in the qualifying postgraduate degree is required (50 percent for SC/ST candidates).
- Candidates in the final semester of their PG programme may apply provisionally, subject to completion before admission.
- Candidates must qualify the Bharathiar University Research Admission CET or hold a valid UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, SLET, or SET score.
Admission Process
- Monitor the Bharathiar University website and GRDCS notice board for the Research Admission CET notification for the current academic year.
- Register for and appear in the Bharathiar University Research Admission CET; UGC-NET/SLET/SET holders may apply directly for the interview.
- Apply to the GRDCS M.Phil programme through the admissions office at grd.org with postgraduate mark sheets and CET/NET scorecard.
- Appear for the Personal Interview conducted by the GRDCS research committee as per the published schedule.
- Upon selection, complete the enrolment formalities and pay the programme fee to confirm the seat.
GRDCS M.Phil. (Tamil) Scholarships 2026
M.Phil. (Tamil) Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Tamil Nadu Government Scholarship | Full to partial tuition cover | SC, ST, and MBC students in Tamil Nadu colleges |
| Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities | As per government rates | Minority students; income below ₹2,00,000 per year |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship | ₹20,000 per year (PG) | Meritorious PG students; income below ₹8,00,000 per year |
| UGC-JRF Fellowship | ₹37,000-42,000 per month | UGC-NET JRF qualifiers pursuing research programmes |
- Students should register on the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in and the Tamil Nadu state scholarship portal during the annual window.
- UGC-JRF holders admitted to M.Phil may be eligible for fellowship support; candidates are advised to check with the college research coordinator.
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