Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Queen Mary's College for the Bachelor of Commerce [B.Com] program are structured to accommodate various financial needs. The total fee for the degree is approximately Rs. 20,000. For the first year, the tuition is between Rs. 1,700 and Rs. 2,500, while the second-year fee ranges from Rs. 580 to Rs. 1,500. The third-year fee is between Rs. 340 and Rs. 347. The tuition fee itself is Rs. 500, with additional charges such as a computer class fee of Rs.
700, an admission fee of Rs. 89, a maintenance fee of Rs. 11, and a registration fee of Rs. 200. Scholarships are available, including a monthly MR scholarship of Rs. 1,000 for eligible students, a community scholarship of Rs. 5,000 per year for hostel students, and the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) scholarship which offers Rs. 12,000 annually for merit students. Caste-wise scholarships are provided, with MBC and BC students receiving around Rs.
2,000 and SC students receiving approximately Rs. 4,000 to Rs. 5,000.
About Bachelor of Arts [BA]
Queen Mary’s College, Chennai is a Tamil Nadu government women’s college offering a 3-year Bachelor of Arts programme across 8 specializations: Economics, English, History, Music, Sanskrit, Sociology, Tamil, and Telugu. Affiliated to the University of Madras, it ranks 128 in an external review site’s 2026 Arts list and holds NAAC A accreditation. Admission is merit-based through the college portal for women candidates. Total fees are INR 7,641 for the full 3-year programme.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Enrolment and reporting begins July 2026.
Key Points
- Sanskrit, Tamil, and Telugu specializations provide classical language and literature training rare at most Chennai colleges
- BA Music covers Carnatic theory and vocal performance, preparing students for teaching and arts institution roles
- Economics, History, and Sociology specializations offer strong foundations for civil services, postgraduate research, and public sector careers
Queen Mary’s College BA Fees 2026
All 8 BA specializations at Queen Mary’s College carry a uniform annual fee of INR 2,547, totalling INR 7,641 over 3 years under Tamil Nadu government college norms.
| Course | Total Fees |
|---|---|
| BA Economics BA English BA History BA Music BA Sanskrit BA Sociology BA Tamil BA Telugu | INR 7,641 |
- Fee is set under Tamil Nadu government college norms via the University of Madras.
- Hostel and mess charges are billed separately by the college.
- Reserved category students may qualify for TN government scholarships.
- Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.
Queen Mary’s College BA Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Opened | May 2026 |
| Application Deadline | June 2026 |
| Merit List Publication | June 2026 |
| Document Verification and Enrolment | July 2026 |
- Apply through the college portal at qmc.edu.in.
- Admission is merit-based on Class 12 marks for women candidates only.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Class 12 or equivalent from a recognised board with an arts or commerce group.
- Minimum 50% aggregate in Class 12 (45% for SC/ST/BC/MBC candidates).
- Only women candidates are eligible.
Admission Process
- Apply through the college portal at qmc.edu.in or via the Tamil Nadu government arts college admission process.
- Submit the online application with Class 12 mark details and relevant certificates.
- The college publishes a merit list based on Class 12 marks.
- Shortlisted candidates attend document verification at the campus.
- Pay the prescribed fee and complete enrolment on the allotted reporting date.
✓ Opt for this if
- Tamil Nadu women seeking an affordable 3-year BA at government fee rates
- Students targeting TNPSC or UPSC civil services using a humanities foundation
- Candidates interested in classical arts subjects: Sanskrit, Tamil, Telugu, or Carnatic Music
- Class 12 arts students wanting a University of Madras affiliated degree in Chennai
✗ Skip if
- Students seeking B.Com or BBA with commerce and business management skills
- Candidates needing active placement support for private sector corporate roles
- Male students, as admission is restricted to women candidates only
- Students from outside Tamil Nadu without eligibility under state admission norms
Queen Mary’s College BA Scholarships 2026
BA students at Queen Mary’s College can apply for government and merit scholarships through national and state portals.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship (NSP) | Varies | SC/ST/OBC/Minority students with family income below threshold |
| Chief Minister’s Higher Education Scholarship (TN) | Varies | Tamil Nadu-domicile students from government schools |
| Central Sector Scholarship | INR 10,000 to INR 20,000 per year | Top 20 percentile in Class 12 board exams |
| University of Madras Merit Scholarship | Varies | Top-ranking students in university examinations |
- NSP and Central Sector scholarships: apply at scholarships.gov.in.
- TN government scholarships: apply via scholarships.tn.gov.in.
Queen Mary’s College BA FAQs
Ques. What BA specializations are offered at Queen Mary’s College, Chennai?
Ans. Queen Mary’s College offers 8 BA specializations: Economics, English, History, Music, Sanskrit, Sociology, Tamil, and Telugu. These span mainstream social sciences, literature, and classical arts and languages.
Ques. What is the total fee for BA at Queen Mary’s College?
Ans. The total fee for all BA specializations is INR 7,641 for the 3-year programme (INR 2,547 per year) under Tamil Nadu government college norms. Hostel and mess charges are billed separately.
Ques. Who is eligible to apply for BA at Queen Mary’s College?
Ans. Only women candidates are eligible. Applicants must have passed Class 12 from a recognised board with a minimum 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST/BC/MBC candidates). No entrance examination is required.
Ques. How does admission to BA at Queen Mary’s College work?
Ans. Admission is merit-based on Class 12 marks. Candidates apply through the college portal at qmc.edu.in, and a merit list is published. Shortlisted students attend document verification and complete enrolment in July 2026.
Ques. What scholarships are available for BA students at Queen Mary’s College?
Ans. Students can apply for the Post-Matric Scholarship (NSP), Chief Minister’s Higher Education Scholarship (TN), Central Sector Scholarship (INR 10,000 to INR 20,000 per year for top Class 12 performers), and the University of Madras Merit Scholarship.
Ques. Does Queen Mary’s College offer a BA Music specialization?
Ans. Yes, Queen Mary’s College offers BA Music, which covers Carnatic theory, vocal performance, and music history. This specialization prepares students for careers in teaching, performing arts institutions, and cultural organizations.