Bachelor of Science [B.Sc.] + Master of Science [M.Sc.] (Clinical Psychology)

The B.Sc and M.Sc Clinical Psychology integrated programme at Annamalai University Chidambaram offers 5-year full-time training, combining undergraduate and postgraduate study in a single course. Admission is merit-based with a departmental interview, and no separate M.Sc entrance test is needed at the midpoint. The total fee is INR 41,975 for the complete 5-year programme at this NAAC A+ state university.

📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is 30 July 2026.

Key Points

• Intake limited to 20 students per batch for focused supervision in clinical settings
• Age cap at 21 years for admission, with a 5-year relaxation for SC/SCA/ST candidates
• First 3 years cover foundational sciences and the final 2 years focus on clinical specialization

Annamalai University B.Sc M.Sc Clinical Psychology Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee	INR 1,000 per year (INR 5,000 for 5 years)
Miscellaneous Fee	INR 7,395 per year (INR 36,975 for 5 years)
Total Fees	INR 41,975

• Annual fee of INR 8,395 covers tuition and all other academic charges.
• SC/SCA/ST candidates pay a reduced application fee of INR 200 against INR 400 for others.

Annamalai University B.Sc M.Sc Clinical Psychology Admission 2026

Event	Date
Application Opens	May 06, 2026
Last Date to Apply	July 30, 2026
Class Commencement	August 2026 (Tentative)

• The application deadline was extended beyond the original closing date of June 08, 2026.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 or an equivalent Higher Secondary Examination from a recognized board
• Age must not exceed 21 years as of July 1 of the admission year for general category candidates
• SC/SCA/ST candidates are eligible up to 26 years of age as per Tamil Nadu government norms

Admission Process

• Check the age eligibility and educational qualification before applying
• Register and submit the online application on the Annamalai University admission portal
• Upload Class X, Class XII mark sheets and relevant community certificate along with the application
• Candidates are shortlisted on the basis of Class XII marks across all subjects
• Shortlisted candidates are invited for a departmental interview at the Chidambaram campus
• Final merit list is prepared combining the qualifying exam score and interview assessment

✓ Opt for this if

• Certain about a clinical psychology career from Class XII itself
• Seeking an affordable integrated programme without separate PG entrance stress
• Comfortable with a small batch of 20 students and campus-based learning in Tamil Nadu
• Targeting counsellor or clinical psychologist roles in hospitals or NGOs after graduation

✗ Skip if

• Above 21 years of age at the time of admission and not from SC/SCA/ST category
• Expecting a metro-city location for clinical internship exposure
• Looking for RCI-recognized clinical psychology training with hospital tie-ups

Annamalai University B.Sc M.Sc Clinical Psychology Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
First Graduate Tuition Fee Concession	Full tuition waiver	First graduate in the family, Tamil Nadu government scheme
Post Matric Scholarship	As per state government norms	SC/SCA/ST students with annual family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs
Higher Education Special Scholarship	As per state government norms	SC/SCA/ST hostel-resident students with annual income below INR 2.5 Lakhs
BC/MBC/DNC Categories Scholarship	As per Tamil Nadu government norms	Students from BC, MBC, and DNC communities in Tamil Nadu

• Scholarship applications are submitted through the Tamil Nadu e-Scholarship portal each academic year.
• The university notifies scholarship deadlines at the start of each new academic session.

Annamalai University B.Sc M.Sc Clinical Psychology FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for the B.Sc and M.Sc Clinical Psychology integrated programme at Annamalai University?

Ans. The total fee for the 5-year integrated B.Sc and M.Sc Clinical Psychology programme at Annamalai University is INR 41,975. This includes a tuition fee of INR 1,000 per year and a miscellaneous fee of INR 7,395 per year, adding up to INR 8,395 annually. The fee is one of the more affordable options for clinical psychology training at a NAAC A+ university.

Ques. What is the eligibility for the B.Sc and M.Sc Clinical Psychology programme at Annamalai University?

Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board. The age limit is 21 years as of July 1 of the admission year for general category students. SC/SCA/ST candidates are eligible up to 26 years of age. The selection is based on Class XII performance and a departmental interview, with no specific stream restriction mentioned for 10+2.

Ques. Is a separate entrance exam required at the midpoint of this 5-year integrated programme?

Ans. No separate entrance test is required to transition from the B.Sc phase to the M.Sc phase within this integrated programme. Students who are admitted to the 5-year integrated course complete the entire duration without reappearing for any postgraduate admission process. This makes the programme particularly convenient for students who commit to clinical psychology from the start.

Ques. What career options are available after completing the 5-year Clinical Psychology programme at Annamalai University?

Ans. Graduates of the integrated B.Sc and M.Sc Clinical Psychology programme at Annamalai University can pursue careers as clinical psychologists, counsellors, mental health consultants, and researchers. Employment opportunities exist in hospitals, mental health clinics, NGOs, schools, and rehabilitation centres. Many graduates also proceed to Ph.D. programmes in psychology or go on to register as clinical psychologists under the Rehabilitation Council of India framework.

Ques. What scholarships are available for B.Sc and M.Sc Clinical Psychology students at Annamalai University?

Ans. Students of the integrated Clinical Psychology programme can access Tamil Nadu government scholarships including the First Graduate Tuition Fee Concession for first graduates in the family, the Post Matric Scholarship for SC/SCA/ST students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs, and the Higher Education Special Scholarship for hostel residents from the same category. BC, MBC, and DNC category students may also apply for community scholarships through the Tamil Nadu e-Scholarship portal.

Ques. How many seats are available and what is the admission process for this programme?

Ans. The integrated B.Sc and M.Sc Clinical Psychology programme at Annamalai University has an intake of 20 seats per batch. Admission is merit-based, with candidates shortlisted on the basis of Class XII marks and subsequently called for a departmental interview. The final merit list is prepared by combining both scores. Applications are submitted online through the Annamalai University admission portal, with the current deadline set at 30 July 2026.