Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 31, 2026

Madurai Kamaraj University (MKU), accredited with A++ grade by NAAC in its 4th cycle (2021) and ranked 9th among government multidisciplinary universities in India, offers a 2-year full-time M.A. Tamil programme through its Department of Tamil Studies. The programme is one of the most prestigious postgraduate Tamil language and literature courses in the country, offered by a university that is deeply rooted in Tamil culture and scholarship. The total fees for the programme are Rs. 21,120 over two years, making it highly affordable. Admission is non-entrance based, with selection purely on the basis of UG marks, and the course is conducted on the main campus at Palkalai Nagar, Madurai.

Admissions for the academic year 2026-2027 are currently open. The online application portal opened on 02 March 2026, and the last date to submit applications is 06 April 2026. Candidates are advised to apply through the official admissions portal at admissions.mkuniversity.ac.in before the deadline.

Key Points

MKU is one of the foremost universities in Tamil Nadu for Tamil language and literature studies, with a dedicated Department of Tamil Studies.
The programme covers classical Tamil literature, modern Tamil literature, Tamil linguistics, Tamil grammar, and research methodology.
Admission is non-entrance based, with selection based on UG marks up to the 5th semester.
The course is offered in full-time, on-campus mode at the main university campus in Madurai, the cultural capital of Tamil Nadu.
Graduates are well-positioned for careers in teaching, research, journalism, civil services (TNPSC/UPSC), and translation.

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02 Mar, 2026 Madurai Kamaraj University MA Tamil Admission 2026 is open. Apply by Apr 6 @mkuniversity.ac.in. The entrance exam is tentatively scheduled for May 23 & 24, 2026.

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MKU MA Tamil Fees

The M.A. Tamil programme at MKU is among the most affordable postgraduate humanities programmes in Tamil Nadu, with a total fee of Rs. 21,120 over two years (Rs. 10,910 in Year I and Rs. 10,210 in Year II). The fee structure includes tuition fees, examination fees, and other special fees. SC/ST candidates are exempt from tuition fees, and differently-abled candidates are exempt from both tuition and special fees as per government norms.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Year I (Rs.)	Year II (Rs.)
Tuition Fee	6,000	6,000
Laboratory / Special Lab Fee	0	0
Examination Fee	750	750
Special Fee	1,610	1,610
University Development Fund	1,200	1,200
Alumni Fee	100	0
Students Aid Fund	1,000	0
Insurance Fee	250	150
Caution Deposit (Refundable)	0	500
Total Fees	10,910	10,210
Grand Total (2 Years)	21,120

Hostel Fees (Optional)

Hostel Component	Amount (Per Year)
Hostel Fee	Rs. 35,000
Mess Fee (Vegetarian)	Rs. 5,000
Mess Fee (Non-Vegetarian)	Rs. 8,500

Caution Deposit of Rs. 500 is fully refundable at the time of leaving the university.
100% of Special Fees paid are non-refundable.
Students who withdraw at least 15 days before the closing date of admission are eligible for an 80% refund of fees (excluding Special Fee and Caution Deposit).
Students who withdraw less than 15 days before the closing date are eligible for a 50% refund.
No refund is applicable after the closing date of admission or for spot/varanda admissions.
SC/ST candidates are exempt from tuition fees; differently-abled candidates are exempt from tuition and special fees.
Hostel accommodation is optional and subject to availability.

MKU MA Tamil Admission 2026-27

Admissions to the M.A. Tamil programme at MKU for 2026-27 are currently open. The process is non-entrance based, meaning selection is purely on the basis of UG marks obtained up to the 5th semester.

MKU Admission Dates 2026-27

Event	Date
Online Application Portal Opens	02 March 2026
Last Date to Submit Application	06 April 2026
Publication of Selected Candidates List	To be announced on university website
Counselling / Admission	To be announced
Commencement of Classes	July 2026 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed any Bachelor's degree with Tamil as a language under Part-I, Part-II, or Part-III.
Minimum marks required: 55% in the qualifying examination; 50% for SC/ST candidates.
Candidates appearing in the final semester of their UG programme are also eligible to apply.

Admission Process

Visit admissions.mkuniversity.ac.in and register online.
Fill in the application form and upload required documents (photograph, signature, mark statements, community certificate if applicable).
Pay the registration fee of Rs. 500 online (SC/ST and Christian AdiDravidar candidates are exempt for one programme).
Selection list will be published on the university website and notice board.
Selected candidates must report to the Department of Tamil Studies on the specified date with original certificates for verification.
Pay the prescribed fees through SBI-I Collect on the day of admission.
Waiting list candidates will be informed separately and must pay fees on the same day of selection.

MKU MA Tamil Scholarships 2026-27

MKU students are eligible for a range of government scholarships based on community, merit, and financial need. The Tamil Nadu state government and the Government of India offer several scholarship schemes for BC, MBC, SC, ST, and Christian AdiDravidar students. Given the affordable fee structure of the M.A. Tamil programme, scholarships can effectively make the programme nearly free for eligible students.

Scholarship Schemes

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Provider
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST	SC/ST students with family income below prescribed limit	Covers tuition fee + maintenance allowance	Government of India / Tamil Nadu Government
BC/MBC Scholarship	Backward Class / Most Backward Class students	Varies (covers tuition and maintenance)	Tamil Nadu Government
Tamil Nadu Government Merit Scholarship	Merit-based for all communities	Varies	Tamil Nadu Government
National Scholarship Portal Schemes	All eligible students	Varies by scheme	Government of India

SC/ST and Christian AdiDravidar students are exempt from paying tuition fees at the time of admission.
Scholarship applications must be submitted through the respective government portals within the prescribed deadlines.
Students must maintain satisfactory academic performance to continue receiving scholarships.
Income certificates must be obtained within 3 months before the date of application submission.

MKU MA Tamil FAQs

Ques. What is the eligibility for M.A. Tamil at MKU? Can engineering graduates apply?

Ans. Candidates must have passed any Bachelor's degree with Tamil as a language under Part-I, Part-II, or Part-III with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST). Engineering graduates who studied Tamil as a language subject in their UG programme are eligible to apply.

Ques. Is there an entrance exam for M.A. Tamil admission at MKU?

Ans. No, admission to M.A. Tamil at MKU is non-entrance based. Selection is purely on the basis of marks obtained in the UG programme up to the 5th semester. No separate entrance examination is conducted for this course.

Ques. What are the career options after completing M.A. Tamil from MKU?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as Tamil language teachers (school and college level), researchers, journalists, translators, content writers, and civil servants (TNPSC Group I/II, UPSC). The programme also prepares students for Ph.D. research in Tamil language and literature. Many graduates also work in Tamil media, publishing, and cultural organisations.

Ques. What is the total fee for M.A. Tamil at MKU?

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year M.A. Tamil programme is Rs. 21,120 (Rs. 10,910 in Year I and Rs. 10,210 in Year II) as per the 2026-27 fee structure. SC/ST students are exempt from tuition fees, making the effective cost even lower for reserved category students.

Ques. Is MKU's M.A. Tamil programme recognised for teaching jobs in Tamil Nadu government schools and colleges?

Ans. Yes, M.A. Tamil from MKU is a UGC-recognised postgraduate degree from a NAAC A++ accredited university. It is accepted for Tamil Nadu government school teaching positions (after clearing TET/TNTET) and for college-level teaching positions (after clearing SET/NET). MKU is one of the most reputed universities for Tamil studies in Tamil Nadu.

Ques. Can students from other states or non-Tamil speaking backgrounds apply for M.A. Tamil at MKU?

Ans. Yes, students from other states can apply, but they are treated under the Open Competition category. The eligibility requires Tamil as a language subject in the UG programme under Part-I, Part-II, or Part-III. Students from other states who have studied Tamil as a language in their UG programme are eligible to apply.