Tamil University Thanjavur M.Phil Music: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the two-year M.Phil in Music at Tamil University, Thanjavur is Rs 15,600, payable as Rs 6,800 in Year 1 and Rs 8,800 in Year 2. A refundable caution deposit may be charged separately as per university norms.

Ans. Candidates must hold a MA in Music, Carnatic Music, or an equivalent Fine Arts PG degree from a UGC-recognised university. Minimum 55 percent aggregate marks (50 percent for SC, ST, and reserved categories). A valid score in TURCET or a qualifying certificate in UGC-NET or CSIR-NET is required for admission.

Ans. TURCET stands for Tamil University Research Common Entrance Test, conducted by Tamil University for admission to M.Phil and Ph.D. programmes. Candidates qualifying UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, or SET may be eligible for exemption from TURCET and can apply directly for admission through the research interview. The TURCET schedule for 2026-27 is announced by the university on its official website.

Ans. The M.Phil Music programme at Tamil University covers advanced Carnatic music theory, raga research, Thyagaraja compositions, Tamil isai traditions, musicology, performance analysis, and history of South Indian classical music. Research is conducted under the supervision of qualified faculty from Department of Music, Faculty of Fine Arts. The programme concludes with the submission and defence of an M.Phil dissertation.

Ans. Candidates must register for TURCET through the Tamil University admissions portal or apply directly if they hold a valid NET/SET certificate. Shortlisted candidates are called for a research interview before the departmental committee. Final selection is based on entrance test performance (or NET/SET qualification), academic record, and the research interview. Admitted candidates must pay fees and submit a research proposal within the stipulated period.