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University of Madras, Institute of Distance Education

IDE Building Chepauk, India • 6000053.9(62)
VerifiedPublic (State University)Estd. 1981University of Madras Chennai, ChennaiUGC
Founded
1981
Type
Public (State University)
Affiliation
University of Madras Chennai, Chennai

About University of Madras, Institute of Distance Education

University of Madras offers several courses in distance education programs. Institute of Distance Education offers a total number of 15 UG, 20 PG, 16 Diploma and 20 Certificate courses. The streams under which programs are imparted, Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, Computer Applications, Hotel Management, Law & Medical. 

Candidates wishing to apply in the Distance Education program at Madras University must visit the online admission portal and apply for the desired course or can obtain an application form from the college campus . Madras University IDE grants admission in both entrance & merit based. 

The University of Madras has been offering Institute of Distance Education program since 1981, it's been 25 years of providing distance education program in copious courses. 

The faculty pool of the university is extremely helpful, supportive and gives ample amount of guidance required by the students. Institute of Distance Education University of Madras is approved by UGC and affiliated to Madras University. 

Due to the current pandemic situation the institute has initially started Online PCP classes. The classes are conducted via Zoom/ Google Meet/ Microsoft Teams Application. 

The Distance Education program of Madras University has several societies for the extra curricular activities of the students. Along with the accommodation facility the institute imparts other facilities too for the students' convenience such as library, canteen, centre for web based e-learning and others. The institute is equipped well with all the basic amenities with the motive of providing premier experience and learning to the aspirants of the university. Check: Madras University Distance Education Reviews

The college even provides financial assistance to the academically good and needy students. Candidates need to apply for scholarship aids at the beginning of the academic year. 

As for IDE, the placement records are pretty good. The recruiting companies are notable ones such as Infosys, Wipro, Swiggy and a lot more. The average pay range was offered at INR 1LPA - 2.5 LPA. 

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Madras University Distance Education Quick Updates

  • Madras University IDE has started the Centre for Web Based E-Learning by providing E-Sources semester wise for the various courses for the students of distance education.
  • The institute has a Centre for Internal Quality Assurance which strives for the excellence of the aspirants of Madras University IDE. 

Madras University Distance Education Courses & Fees

Madras University IDE has numerous courses to offer at UG, PG, Diploma & Certificate domains. Details of these courses are below given: 

Courses Course Details Selection Criteria
B.A Duration: 3 years
Eligibility Criteria: students need to pass 10+2 from a recognized board
Fees: INR 15,810
Admissions will be granted on the basis of obtained score in entrance exam conducted by the university
B.Sc Duration: 3 years
Eligibility Criteria: candidates must have passed 10+2 from a recognized board
Fees: INR 24,510
B.Com Duration: 3 years 
Eligibility Criteria: applicants should have completed 10+2 from a recognized board
Fees: INR 18,750
BBA Duration: 3 years
Eligibility Criteria: candidates must have passed intermediate from a recognized board 
Fees: INR 18,810
BCA Duration: 3 years 
Eligibility Criteria: students should have completed 10+2 from a recognized board 
Fees: INR 26,610
B.Lit Duration: 3 years 
Eligibility Criteria: applicants need to complete 10+2 from a recognized board
Fees: INR 15,810
Admission is based on the secured merit in the previous qualifying examination
M.A Duration: 2 years 
Eligibility Criteria: students should have done graduation in related discipline from a recognized university
Fees: INR 12,450
Selection is based on entrance test conducted by the university
M.Sc Duration: 2 years 
Eligibility Criteria: applicants need to pass B.Sc degree in relevant subject from a recognized university
Fees: INR 29,950
M.Com Duration: 2 years 
Eligibility Criteria: candidates are required to complete bachelor's degree from a recognized university
Fees: INR 12,450
MCA Duration: 3 years 
Eligibility Criteria: candidates should have done BCA/B.Sc Computer Science with Mathematics as a compulsory subject at 10+2 level or at the graduate level
Fees: INR 49,850
MCA (Lateral) Duration: 2 years 
Eligibility Criteria: students need to complete PGDCA or have done BCA/B.Sc Computer Science with Mathematics as a compulsory subject at 10+2 level or at the graduate level
Fees: INR 33,650
MBA Duration: 2 years
Eligibility Criteria: students must pass graduation in any stream from a recognized university
Fees: INR 36,450
Madras University Entrance Test
Diploma  Duration: 1 year
Eligibility Criteria: candidates should have done intermediate level from a recognized board 
Fees: INR 6,000
Selection is made in the basis of secured merit in the previous qualifying examination
PG Diploma Duration: 1 year
Eligibility Criteria: students need to have a bachelor's degree from a recognized university
Fees: INR 11,050
PGDM Duration: 1 year
Eligibility Criteria: applicants must pass graduation from a recognized university 
Fees: INR 11,050
PGDHM Duration: 1 year
Eligibility Criteria: candidates should have done graduation from a recognized university
Fees: INR 11,050
Certificate Duration: 6 months 
Eligibility Criteria: Students need to have done intermediate from a recognized board 
Fees: INR 5,450

Madras University Distance Education Admission Process 2024

For a distance education course at Madras University, students can apply through both online & offline mode. The admission process is done on the basis of merit and entrance both. Applicants need to follow some steps while applying for University of Madras IDE. The store for the both procedures are noted down: 

For the online application: 

  • Applicants are required to visit the official website of the university.
  • Register themselves through the admission portal. 
  • Select the desired course and fill the application form with the adequate details.
  • Submit the application form with requisite documents and pay the application fees through online Net Banking or via Debit/Credit Card.

For the offline application: 

  • Students can obtain an application form by visiting the college campus and have to pay INR 200 for the application form. 
  • Fill the application form with all the required academic & personal details and choose the desired course. 
  • Attach the requisite documents and submit the application form.

Required Documents: 

  • Marksheet of 10+2 level, graduation, master's.
  • Migration Certificate
  • Caste Certificate 
  • ID proof & photograph 

Madras University Distance Education Scholarship 

University of Madras IDE has some scholarship programs for the academically sound, meritorious, financially backward class and students belonging to reservation categories. Few of the scholarship aids are given below: 

  • SC/ST Scholarship for SC/ST students: This aid is for the Students belonging to SC/ST category. A student needs to fill the form available on the college website to be eligible for getting scholarships.
  • Financial Assistance provided to Students/Research Scholars for International Travel: This financial assistance is to all PG and full-time Ph.D. scholars during their possession.
  • Central Sector Plan Scheme of National Overseas Scholarship for Students with Disabilities for Studying Abroad: This is provided to the students who have disabilities to pursue their studies in the foreign countries. Under this scheme the subjects will be specified.

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Madras University Distance Education Facilities 

  • Library: The University of Mardana IDE provides a well equipped library which includes all types of books, journals, periodicals and a lot more. Apart from print the college has a diverse collection of e-resources. All the courses are provided semester wise at the college's E-Sources. 
  • Faculty: IDE Madras University has a total number of 34 faculty members. 4 faculties each For Tamil, English, Mathematics and management studies there are 4 teaching faculties, 3 faculties for Economics, Commerce, Psychology and Computer Science. There are a total number of 19 Professors, 15 Assistant Professors, and 6 Associate Professors.
  • Hostel: The institute has hotel accommodation facilities for the students. The hostels are well equipped with required equipment. The fees of the hostels are affordable and the rooms need to be shared with 2 or 4 persons. 

FAQs

Ques: How to get Direct Second/Third Year (BCA & MCA) Admission at IDE Madras University?

Ans: Candidates can apply directly to the second year. They must enclose two copies of the syllabus of the paper/papers for which exemption is requested. The following Certificates (Original) must be there without fail:

  • 10+2 Mark Sheet of Candidate.
  • UG Degree of 1st and 2nd Year Statement of Marks.
  • A Transfer Certificate from the Institute from where he/she completed the First/Second Year UG Course.
  • Two attested photostat copies of the documents above.
  • The prescribed format for UG Lateral Admission.
  • Copy of Syllabus duly attested is also required.

Ques: Is there any course coordinator for a program in IDE Madras University?

Ans: Every program has a course coordinator and ample number of staff to support and to ensure programs are run smoothly and on stipulated time.

Ques: How to check IDE Madras University results? 

Ans: Students can follow the given below steps to check their respective result of IDE Madras University:

  • Go to the web portal of the University of Madras Institute of Distance Education.
  • Click on the results and hall ticket option.
  • A dialogue box will display on the screen containing the course's results links.
  • Click on your respective course result link.
  • A pdf file will display on the screen, print out the result for further use and reference

Ques: What is the function of Internal Quality Assurance at IDE Madras University? 

Ans: Some of the functions of Internal Quality Assurance at IDE Madras University are: 

  • Develop and Implement Regulations for programme development process and programme delivery mechanism. 
  • Make recommendations related to programme development, Information and Communication Technology involvement and implementation, learning and teaching, collaboration referred to the Committee.
  • Promote technology adoption and oversea change management of academic and administrative activities of the IDE and Learning Support Centres. 

Ques: What are the cells that made for the students convenience at IDE Madras University? 

Ans: At IDE Madras University, there are various cells for the development of the students. Some of the cells are Women's Cell, Grievance Cell and several societies for the extra curricular activities.

Courses & Fees

Explore Courses

Compare fees, eligibility, duration, exams, and specializations in a compact view.

Courses
5
Lowest Fee
₹20,150
Highest Fee
₹29,350
Streams
4
EducationManagementScienceArts
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Specializations
1 available
General
Bachelor of Education [B.Ed]
1st Year Fee
₹29,350
Total Fee
₹56,550
Cutoff
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Specializations
7 available
Financial Management
Master of Business Administration [MBA] (Financial Management)
1st Year Fee
₹20,150
Total Fee
₹40,750
Cutoff
N/A
Systems Management
Master of Business Administration [MBA] (Systems Management)
1st Year Fee
₹20,150
Total Fee
₹40,750
Cutoff
N/A
Hospital Management
Master of Business Administration [MBA] (Hospital Management)
1st Year Fee
₹20,150
Total Fee
₹40,750
Cutoff
N/A
Human Resource Management
Master of Business Administration [MBA] (Human Resource Management)
1st Year Fee
₹20,150
Total Fee
₹40,750
Cutoff
N/A
Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Master of Business Administration [MBA] (Logistics and Supply Chain Management)
1st Year Fee
₹20,150
Total Fee
₹40,750
Cutoff
N/A
Business Analytics
Master of Business Administration [MBA] (Business Analytics)
1st Year Fee
₹20,150
Total Fee
₹40,750
Cutoff
N/A
Marketing Management
Master of Business Administration [MBA] (Marketing Management)
1st Year Fee
₹20,150
Total Fee
₹40,750
Cutoff
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Specializations
5 available
Psychology
Master of Science [M.Sc] (Psychology)
1st Year Fee
₹11,600
Total Fee
₹21,750
Cutoff
N/A
Information Technology
Master of Science [M.Sc] (Information Technology)
1st Year Fee
₹16,150
Total Fee
₹30,850
Cutoff
N/A
Mathematics
Master of Science [M.Sc] (Mathematics)
1st Year Fee
₹8,400
Total Fee
₹15,350
Cutoff
N/A
Information Security
Master of Science [M.Sc] (Information Security)
1st Year Fee
₹12,550
Total Fee
₹23,650
Cutoff
N/A
Geography
Master of Science [M.Sc] (Geography)
1st Year Fee
₹16,150
Total Fee
₹30,850
Cutoff
N/A
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Specializations
8 available
Library And Information Science
Certificate Course in Library and Information Science
1st Year Fee
₹5,550
Total Fee
₹5,550
Cutoff
N/A
Computer Application
Certificate in Computer Application
1st Year Fee
₹8,350
Total Fee
₹8,350
Cutoff
N/A
Management
Certificate in Management
1st Year Fee
₹8,750
Total Fee
₹8,750
Cutoff
N/A
Naturopathy
Certificate Course in Naturopathy
1st Year Fee
₹5,850
Total Fee
₹5,850
Cutoff
N/A
Police Administration
Certificate Course in Police Administration
1st Year Fee
₹5,850
Total Fee
₹5,850
Cutoff
N/A
Accounting
Certificate Course in Accounting
1st Year Fee
₹8,450
Total Fee
₹8,450
Cutoff
N/A
Corporate Communication
Certificate in Corporate Communication
1st Year Fee
₹8,450
Total Fee
₹8,450
Cutoff
N/A
Research Methodology in Social Science
Certificate Course in Research Methodology in Social Science
1st Year Fee
₹8,450
Total Fee
₹8,450
Cutoff
N/A
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Specializations
8 available
English
Bachelor of Arts [BA] (English)
1st Year Fee
₹6,470
Total Fee
₹16,710
Cutoff
N/A
Tamil
Bachelor of Arts [BA] (Tamil)
1st Year Fee
₹6,470
Total Fee
₹16,710
Cutoff
N/A
Public Administration
Bachelor of Arts [BA] (Public Administration)
1st Year Fee
₹6,470
Total Fee
₹16,710
Cutoff
N/A
Police Administration
Bachelor of Arts [BA] (Police Administration)
1st Year Fee
₹6,470
Total Fee
₹16,710
Cutoff
N/A
Tamil Literature
Bachelor of Arts [BA] (Tamil Literature)
1st Year Fee
₹6,470
Total Fee
₹16,710
Cutoff
N/A
History
Bachelor of Arts [BA] (History)
1st Year Fee
₹6,470
Total Fee
₹16,710
Cutoff
N/A
Sociology
Bachelor of Arts [BA] (Sociology)
1st Year Fee
₹9,370
Total Fee
₹25,410
Cutoff
N/A
Economics
Bachelor of Arts [BA] (Economics)
1st Year Fee
₹6,470
Total Fee
₹16,710
Cutoff
N/A

Admission Process

Admission to University of Madras, Institute of Distance Education is based on various entrance exams and merit. The college offers multiple courses with different admission criteria.

Accepted Entrance Exams

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University of Madras, Institute of Distance Education in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India placement details include salary insights, top recruiters, and hiring trends to help students understand career outcomes and campus opportunities.

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Campus Facilities

University of Madras, Institute of Distance Education Facilities

University of Madras, Institute of Distance Education in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India offers campus facilities such as library, hostel, laboratories, sports, transport, cafeteria, medical support, Wi-Fi, and more for a better student experience.

Students often look for practical campus amenities before applying. This section gives a quick overview of the key facilities available for academics, student life, daily comfort, and overall campus experience in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.

Total Facilities
5
Academic Support
1
Student Life
3
  • Classrooms
    Academic

    Classrooms

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Cafeteria
    Student Life

    Cafeteria

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Medical
    Student Life

    Medical

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Auditorium
    Campus Life

    Auditorium

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Security
    Facility

    Security

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

Faculty

Dr. S. Aravindhan

Director

Dr. R. Panchalan

Professor, Department of Commerce

Dr. M. Sargunavathi

Associate Professor, Department of Tamil

Dr. S. Thenmozhi

Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology

Dr. S. Sasikala

Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science

Dr. R. Mathaiyan

Professor, Department of Political Science

Dr. A. Ekambram

Associate Professor, Department of Tamil

Contact Information

IDE Building Chepauk<br> India

Pincode: 600005

044-25613716

25613727

25613728

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