Master in Audiology and Speech- Language Pathology [MASLP]
About Master in Audiology and Speech- Language Pathology [MASLP]
MERF Institute of Speech and Hearing (MERF-ISH), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, offers a 2-year full-time Master in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (MASLP) affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University and approved by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI). Designed for BASLP and B.Sc Speech and Hearing graduates seeking advanced clinical training, the programme admits candidates with a minimum 55% aggregate in the qualifying degree. Total fees are INR 8,50,000.
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is August 2026 (Tentative).
MERF-ISH Chennai MASLP Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 4,25,000 |
| Total Fees (2-year programme) | INR 8,50,000 |
- Contact the institute to confirm the current fee notification for the 2026-27 batch.
- Fees cover both academic years of the two-year MASLP programme.
MERF-ISH Chennai MASLP Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| MASLP 2026-27 Applications Open | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Applications submitted directly through the institute portal at merfish.org.
- Admission is merit-based on BASLP aggregate marks with no separate entrance exam.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- BASLP or B.Sc Speech and Hearing degree from a university recognised by the Rehabilitation Council of India
- Minimum 55% aggregate marks in the qualifying BASLP or B.Sc degree
- No age restriction applies to MASLP admission at MERF-ISH
- Selection is merit-based on qualifying degree marks. No separate entrance exam is required
Admission Process
- Apply online through the MERF-ISH portal at merfish.org with required academic documents
- Submit BASLP or B.Sc degree mark sheets, RCI registration proof, and identity documents
- Merit list prepared based on aggregate marks in the qualifying undergraduate degree
- Receive admission offer and pay the first-year fee to confirm the seat
- Report to MERF Institute of Speech and Hearing, Chennai, on the specified joining date
✓ Opt for this if
- BASLP graduates seeking postgraduate specialisation in Chennai
- Want RCI-approved MASLP from the same institute as the undergraduate degree
- Planning a clinical or research career in audiology or speech pathology
- Prefer merit-based admission without a national postgraduate entrance exam
✗ Skip if
- Annual fee of INR 4,25,000 is beyond the available budget
- Prefer a government university PG programme with lower fees
- Not planning to continue in the audiology or speech pathology field
MERF-ISH Chennai MASLP Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Full tuition fee waiver and maintenance allowance | SC/ST students with family income below INR 2.5 lakh per year |
| OBC Post-Matric Scholarship | Partial tuition fee reimbursement | OBC students with family income below INR 1 lakh per year |
| MERF-ISH Institute Merit Scholarship | Partial fee waiver (merit-based) | High-scoring applicants as per institute criteria |
- Apply for government scholarships at scholarships.gov.in before the annual deadline.
- Contact MERF-ISH admission office for institute-level scholarship eligibility details.
MERF-ISH Chennai MASLP FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for MASLP at MERF Institute of Speech and Hearing Chennai?
Ans. The total two-year fee for MASLP at MERF Institute of Speech and Hearing Chennai is INR 8,50,000, with an annual fee of INR 4,25,000. Students should confirm the current fee notification for the 2026-27 batch directly with the institute through merfish.org, as fees are subject to annual revision by the management.
Ques. What is the eligibility for MASLP at MERF-ISH Chennai?
Ans. Candidates must hold a BASLP or B.Sc Speech and Hearing degree from any university recognised by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI), with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks in the qualifying degree. No age restriction applies. No separate entrance exam is required for MASLP at MERF-ISH, and selection is based entirely on the aggregate marks of the qualifying undergraduate programme.
Ques. Is there an entrance exam for MASLP admission at MERF-ISH Chennai?
Ans. No separate entrance exam is required for MASLP admission at MERF Institute of Speech and Hearing Chennai. Admission is based on the aggregate marks in the qualifying BASLP or B.Sc Speech and Hearing degree. Candidates apply directly through the online portal at merfish.org and are shortlisted purely on academic performance in the undergraduate programme.
Ques. What career options are available after MASLP from MERF-ISH Chennai?
Ans. MASLP graduates from MERF-ISH Chennai can work as senior audiologists, clinical speech-language pathologists, or faculty members at audiology institutes. They are eligible for positions in multispecialty hospitals, cochlear implant programmes, rehabilitation centres, and private clinics across India. International opportunities exist in the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, and Gulf countries. Graduates may also pursue doctoral research in audiology or speech-language pathology.
Ques. Can BASLP graduates from other colleges apply for MASLP at MERF-ISH Chennai?
Ans. Yes, BASLP graduates from any RCI-recognised university with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks are eligible to apply for MASLP at MERF Institute of Speech and Hearing Chennai. The programme is not restricted to students who completed their BASLP at MERF-ISH. Candidates from across India can apply through the institute’s online portal at merfish.org and are selected entirely on merit.
Ques. What is the difference between BASLP and MASLP at MERF-ISH Chennai?
Ans. BASLP (Bachelor in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology) is a four-year undergraduate programme for 10+2 graduates, while MASLP (Master in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology) is a two-year postgraduate specialisation for BASLP holders. At MERF-ISH Chennai, both programmes are offered under the same RCI-approved institute, with MASLP providing advanced clinical training and deeper specialisation in audiology or speech-language pathology across two focused academic years.