University of Madras Chennai M.Phil Political Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Chepauk, ChennaiState UniversityEstd 1857NAAC Grade A++

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Total fees

INR 5,305

1 year, no hostel

Average pay

INR 0.03 LPA

research stipend proxy

Cutoff

55%

PG marks, General rule

Placement rate

no campus report

In This Page▾

01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to research work 02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice 03EligibilityThe marks and degree you need before you apply 04Admission ProcessEvery step from the form to reporting 05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step 06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel 07Will your score get you in?Cutoff ranges by category and quota 08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed 09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side 10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply

About Madras University M.Phil Political Science

University of Madras offers a one-year, full-time M.Phil Political Science through the Department of Politics and Public Administration. The course is taught on campus over two semesters. The university is a state university in Chennai with NAAC A++ grade and a long research base. The full fee without hostel is INR 5,305, and INR 8,305 with hostel. You need a relevant master's degree with 55% marks. The intake is not published on the course page. The ROI tile uses INR 0.03 LPA only as a pay proxy because a campus placement report is not published for this research course.

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Fees

The full course costs INR 5,305 without hostel and INR 8,305 with hostel. The tuition fee is INR 5,305. You pay the academic fee for the full course as published. Hostel adds INR 3,000 if you get a room. Check the university portal before payment.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
Academic fee	INR 5,305	Full course, as published
Hostel fee	INR 3,000	Full course, as published
Total, no hostel	INR 5,305	Full course
Total with hostel	INR 8,305	Full course

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Admission Dates 2027

The form is expected from 1 Dec 2026 to 31 Dec 2026. The test and merit list are expected in Jan 2027 and Feb 2027. Classes are expected to start in Jul 2027. Watch the university admission portal for the notice.

Event	Date	Status
Application form, last date to apply	1 Dec 2026 to 31 Dec 2026	Tentative
Entrance test	Jan 2027	Tentative
Result and merit list	Feb 2027	Tentative
Counselling and interview	Mar 2027	Tentative
Provisional allotment	Mar 2027	Tentative
Admission fee, last date	Apr 2027	Tentative
Reporting and document check	May 2027	Tentative
Classes start	Jul 2027	Tentative

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Eligibility

You need a master's degree with 55% marks. Reserved category students need 50% marks under the university research rule. Political Science, Public Administration and allied social science degrees fit the course best. Ask the department if your degree name is different.

Requirement	What you need
Degree	Master's degree or equal degree
Marks	55% for General category
Relaxed marks	50% for reserved category students
Subject fit	Political Science, Public Administration or allied social science

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Admission Process

The university opens the online form first. You fill the form, upload papers and pay the application fee. The department then checks your degree and may hold a test or interview. If you miss the fee date after allotment, you lose the seat.

Step	What you do
1. Fill form	Apply on the University of Madras admission portal
2. Upload papers	Give mark sheets, community certificate if used and photo proof
3. Attend selection	Write the test or attend the interview if called
4. Pay fee	Pay the admission fee by the last date
5. Report	Bring original papers for document check

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Cutoff

The General score range starts at 55% in the master's degree and the reserved category range starts at 50%. These are eligibility marks, not a ranked closing score. A higher research fit can still matter when seats are few.

Category	Closing score or marks	Round and year
General	55%	Research rule, 2027
OBC-NCL	50%	Research rule, 2027
SC	50%	Research rule, 2027
ST	50%	Research rule, 2027
EWS	55%	Research rule, 2027

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Placements

The placement rate is 0% on the course page because no campus placement report is published for this research course. The ROI tile uses INR 0.03 LPA only as a pay proxy. Plan this course for research, teaching tests and Ph.D preparation.

Metric	Value
Average pay	INR 0.03 LPA, proxy figure
Median pay	Not published
Highest offer	Not published
Batch placed	0%
Recruiters	Not published for this course

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Scholarships

Four schemes can reduce the fee by INR 0 to INR 5,305 over the course. The Central Sector Scheme can cover the full academic fee. State schemes need category and income papers. You must apply on the right portal.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
Tamil Nadu SC/ST post matric scholarship	SC or ST, income as per state rule	INR 0 over the course
Central Sector Scheme	Any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year	INR 5,305 over the course
EWS support	EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year	INR 0 over the course
OBC post matric scholarship	OBC-NCL, income as per state rule	INR 0 over the course

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Ranking

NAAC A++ is the university grade in 2023 and the status row says State university from 1857. Collegedunia course ranking is Not published for 2026. The grade matters more here because the course is a research route, not a placement route.

Ranking body	Year	Rank or grade
NAAC grade	2023	NAAC A++
University status	1857	State university
Collegedunia course ranking	2026	Not published

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Course Structure

Semester 1 has Research Methodology, Issues in Governance, Contemporary Political Thinkers and electives. Semester 2 is the dissertation. You work with a guide and write the research paper through the year.

Semester	What you study
Semester 1	Research Methodology, Issues in Governance
Semester 1	Contemporary Political Thinkers and International Political Economy
Semester 1	Development Debates elective
Semester 2	Dissertation

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Seats and Intake

The intake is not published on the course page. The fee and eligibility are published, but seat count is not. Ask the department before applying, because research seats depend on guides and approved vacancies.

Quota	Seats
Published intake	Not published
Course mode	Full Time
Duration	1 year
Department	Politics and Public Administration

Should you pick M.Phil Political Science at University of Madras?

This course suits students who want research training before a Ph.D or teaching tests.

Pick it if:

You want a public research path: the department teaches governance, thinkers, economy and debates before the dissertation.

You already have a master's degree: the university rule asks for 55% marks, so check this before you apply.

Your fee budget is small: the academic fee is INR 5,305, and hostel adds only INR 3,000.

You need Chennai research access: Chepauk puts the campus near state offices and public archives for political science work.

Skip it if:

You need a job route: campus pay data is not published, so plan this course for research first.

You want a fresh M.Phil intake soon: the next calendar is tentative, so ask the department before paying.

You need a long course: this is 1 year, so the dissertation work starts fast.

You need a sure hostel: the hostel fee is listed, but room allotment is not promised on the course page.

Counsellor's advice

If you want Ph.D preparation at a low fee, keep this course. If you need placement data, choose a job-focused PG course.

M.Phil Political Science Eligibility▾

Degree needed: Master's degree or equal degree from a recognised university.

Marks needed: 55% marks for General category students.

Relaxed marks: 50% marks for reserved category students.

Subject fit: Political Science, Public Administration or an allied social science degree is best.

M.Phil Political Science Admission Process▾

Fill form: Apply on the University of Madras admission portal when the window opens.

Upload papers: Give PG mark sheets, community certificate if used and photo proof.

Attend selection: Write the test or attend the interview if the department calls you.

Pay fee: Pay the admission fee by the last date or you lose the seat.

Report: Bring original papers for document check before classes start.

M.Phil Political Science Admission Dates 2027

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The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.

Tentative

1 Dec 2026 to 31 Dec 2026

Application form, last date to apply

Submit the form before 31 Dec 2026.

Tentative

Jan 2027

Entrance test

The department may hold a test in Jan 2027.

Tentative

Feb 2027

Result and merit list

Check the department list before the interview date.

Tentative

Mar 2027

Counselling and interview

Bring research papers and PG mark sheets.

Tentative

Mar 2027

Provisional allotment

The seat list is expected after the interview.

Tentative

Apr 2027

Admission fee, last date

You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the listed date.

Tentative

May 2027

Reporting and document check

Bring original PG mark sheets and category papers.

Tentative

Jul 2027

Classes start

Research work starts after department reporting.

Source: University of Madras admission portal. Confirm on the official site before you act.

University of Madras M.Phil Political Science Fees 2027

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This is the full 1-year cost, not one semester. Turn on the toggle to add hostel cost.

Academic fee

Full course, as published

INR 5,305

Add hostel cost

Hostel fee

Full course, as published

INR 3,000

Total course fee

INR 5,305

1 year · academic fee, hostel not added

Total course fee

INR 8,305

1 year · academic fee + hostel fee

Education loan EMI

INR 89

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

57%

average first-year pay INR 0.03 LPA vs the full fee

Education loan EMI

INR 140

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

36%

average first-year pay INR 0.03 LPA vs the full fee

Source: University of Madras course page. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you a seat at University of Madras?

Pick your category and list type. The cutoff ranges are this course's published research marks rule.

University of Madras M.Phil Political Science Scholarship Calculator

Answer the questions. The result is an estimate to confirm with the university.

University of Madras M.Phil Political Science vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to University of Madras. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

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Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on University of Madras M.Phil Political Science

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is M.Phil Political Science at University of Madras worth the fee?▾

Yes, if you want a low-cost research step before Ph.D work. The full fee without hostel is INR 5,305, and even with hostel it is INR 8,305. The course is not a placement-first route, so take it for research training, dissertation work and teaching-test preparation.

Should I take this course if I want a campus job?▾

No, not if a campus job is your main goal. The course page does not publish a placement rate, and the vitals above show 0% because no course placement report is available. Pick this seat only if research, Ph.D preparation or teaching tests are your next step.

Is this course better for higher studies?▾

Yes, it suits higher studies more than job search. The syllabus has Research Methodology, Issues in Governance, Contemporary Political Thinkers and a dissertation. If you want a Ph.D later, use this year to build a proposal, read journals and find a guide area.

Who should pick this course?▾

Pick it if you already have a master's degree and want a short research course in Chennai. The marks rule asks for 55% for General category and 50% for reserved category students. If you meet that rule, ask the department about seats and guides before applying.

Who should skip this course?▾

Skip it if you need a published placement report or a long taught PG course. This is a 1-year research course, and the dissertation starts fast. If you want classroom depth over two years, compare it with an M.A or a Ph.D entry route.

Is the fee worth it against the pay metric?▾

It can be worth it only as a research investment. The fee is INR 5,305 without hostel, so the money risk is low. The pay metric used above is only INR 0.03 LPA as a proxy. Do not use it as a job promise.

Should I apply if my PG marks are near 55%?▾

Yes, but check your category first. General and EWS students need 55%, while reserved category students need 50%. If your marks are close to the line, ask the department how it rounds marks before you pay the application fee.

Can I get hostel with this course?▾

Maybe, but do not count on it without asking. The course page lists INR 3,000 as hostel fee, and the fee block shows INR 8,305 with hostel. A listed fee does not promise a room, so check allotment before planning your stay.

Can scholarships cover the full fee?▾

Yes, the Central Sector Scheme estimate can cover INR 5,305, which is the full academic fee used in this page. State schemes depend on category, income and portal approval. Use the scholarship calculator above, then confirm the rule with the university aid desk.

Is this course right for Chennai-based research?▾

Yes, if your topic needs public institutions, archives or field interviews in Chennai. The Chepauk campus is close to state offices and libraries. Use that location for governance, public policy and political history topics, but ask your guide about fieldwork support.

Should I wait for a clearer admission calendar?▾

Wait only until the department notice is out. The dates above are tentative, with the form expected from 1 Dec 2026 to 31 Dec 2026. Keep your PG mark sheets ready now, but pay only after the official portal confirms the course.

How do I apply for M.Phil Political Science at University of Madras?▾

Apply through the University of Madras admission portal when the form opens. Upload PG mark sheets, photo proof and category papers if you use them. Then attend the test or interview if called, pay the fee by the last date and report with originals.

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University of Madras Chennai M.Phil Political Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

About Madras University M.Phil Political Science

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Fees

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Admission Dates 2027

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Eligibility

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Admission Process

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Cutoff

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Placements

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Scholarships

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Ranking

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Course Structure

Madras University M.Phil Political Science Seats and Intake

Should you pick M.Phil Political Science at University of Madras?

M.Phil Political Science Admission Dates 2027

University of Madras M.Phil Political Science Fees 2027

Will your score get you a seat at University of Madras?

University of Madras M.Phil Political Science Scholarship Calculator

University of Madras M.Phil Political Science vs similar colleges

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