CMI B.Sc {Hons.} Mathematics And Computer Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The Chennai Mathematical Institute (CMI) offers a B.Sc. Mathematics program, with admissions through an annual entrance exam held on March 15th. The exam includes multiple-choice and subjective questions, and about 40-50 students are selected each year. The program focuses on advanced mathematics, with preparation up to the 12th-grade level and Olympiad-style math being advantageous. The faculty is highly qualified with Ph.D. degrees and a strong research background, providing extensive support and guidance, especially to students aiming for Ph.D.

programs elsewhere. The academic fee is Rs.2,00,000 per year, excluding hostel and mess charges of Rs.50,000 per semester, but scholarships and fee waivers up to 100% are available based on financial need. Placement opportunities are limited on-campus due to the institute's research focus, but Master's students seeking corporate jobs have a high success rate, nearly 100%. Internships are offered mainly in research projects, with lucrative industry options. Scholarships include a 50% tuition fee waiver based on financial background, and full waivers for 30-40 students annually.

The Shriram Scholarship offers full tuition and a Rs.5,000 monthly stipend to top entrance exam performers. Additional scholarships, like the KVPY from IISc Bangalore, offer INR 80,000 annually to the top 1,500 candidates. Detailed information on admissions and scholarships is available on CMI's official website.