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 Master of Philosophy [M.Phil]
Queen Mary’s College, Chennai offers a 2-year full-time Master of Philosophy programme across 13 specializations in sciences, arts, and home science disciplines. Affiliated to the University of Madras and rated NAAC A, this government women’s college charges a uniform fee of INR 3,060 for the complete programme. Admission is merit-based and open exclusively to women graduates with minimum 55% in a relevant postgraduate degree.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open July 2026 (Tentative).
Key Points
- University of Madras affiliation qualifies the M.Phil degree for UGC-NET and SLET eligibility across disciplines.
- Programme structure: year 1 focuses on coursework and literature review; year 2 on supervised original dissertation.
- Tamil Nadu government scholarships are available for eligible SC/ST/OBC/Minority students at this government institution.
- Research supervisors are University of Madras-approved guides from within the college across all 13 disciplines.
Queen Mary’s College M.Phil Fees 2026
All M.Phil specializations at Queen Mary’s College carry a uniform government-regulated fee of INR 3,060 for the complete 2-year programme. The fee is identical across all 13 specializations in sciences, arts, and home science.
| Specialization | Total Fees (2 Years) |
|---|---|
| M.Phil. Botany | INR 3,060 |
| M.Phil. Chemistry | INR 3,060 |
| M.Phil. Economics | INR 3,060 |
| M.Phil. English | INR 3,060 |
| M.Phil. Family Resource Management | INR 3,060 |
| M.Phil. Food Science and Nutrition | INR 3,060 |
| M.Phil. Geography | INR 3,060 |
| M.Phil. History | INR 3,060 |
| M.Phil. Mathematics | INR 3,060 |
| M.Phil. Music | INR 3,060 |
| M.Phil. Physics | INR 3,060 |
| M.Phil. Tamil | INR 3,060 |
| M.Phil. Zoology | INR 3,060 |
- Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.
Queen Mary’s College M.Phil Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Admission Notification | June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Application Window | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date to Apply | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Interview/Merit List | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Classes Commence | September 2026 (Tentative) |
- Dates follow University of Madras academic calendar and may shift.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum 55% aggregate in a relevant postgraduate degree from a recognised university (50% for SC/ST/OBC/MBC).
- The postgraduate subject must correspond to the chosen M.Phil specialization.
- Only women candidates are eligible; admission is governed by University of Madras M.Phil ordinances.
Admission Process
- Monitor qmc.edu.in and unom.ac.in for the official M.Phil admission notification.
- Submit the application form with PG mark sheets, community certificate, transfer certificate, and identity proof.
- Attend interview or entrance test as scheduled; some departments conduct a written screening.
- Merit list published by the college based on PG percentage and interview performance.
- Selected candidates attend document verification and pay fees to complete enrolment.
- NET/SLET qualified candidates may receive additional weightage in the merit ranking.
✓ Opt for this if
- You want government-regulated M.Phil fees in Chennai.
- Your career goal is college lectureship or Tamil Nadu academic service.
- You need a UoM-affiliated M.Phil for Ph.D eligibility or UGC-NET preparation.
- Your postgraduate subject is among the 13 disciplines offered.
- You prefer a women-only structured research environment.
✗ Skip if
- Your subject is outside the 13 available specializations.
- You need evening or part-time attendance options for your research schedule.
- You want a research programme with industry projects or placement support.
- You prefer direct Ph.D enrolment without an M.Phil intermediary step.
Queen Mary’s College M.Phil Scholarships 2026
Students enrolled in M.Phil at Queen Mary’s College can apply for central and state government scholarship schemes. Verification of eligibility and deadlines should be done at qmc.edu.in and the NSP portal.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Approximate Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship (NSP) | SC/ST/OBC/Minority students; annual family income below threshold | Variable |
| Chief Minister’s Higher Education Fellowship (TN) | TN-domicile students from government schools | Variable |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Top 20 percentile Class 12; family income below INR 4.5 LPA | INR 10,000 per year |
| University of Madras Merit Scholarship | Top-ranked students in university examinations | Variable |
- Verify application deadlines at the NSP portal and qmc.edu.in.
- SC/ST students may be eligible for Tamil Nadu government fee waiver.
Queen Mary’s College M.Phil FAQs
Ques. What M.Phil specializations does Queen Mary’s College, Chennai offer?
Ans. Queen Mary’s College offers M.Phil in 13 specializations: Botany, Chemistry, Economics, English, Family Resource Management, Food Science and Nutrition, Geography, History, Mathematics, Music, Physics, Tamil, and Zoology. All are 2-year full-time programmes affiliated to the University of Madras.
Ques. What is the total M.Phil fee at Queen Mary’s College?
Ans. The total fee for the 2-year M.Phil programme is INR 3,060, uniform across all 13 specializations. This government-regulated fee is among the lowest for a research degree in Tamil Nadu and does not vary by subject.
Ques. Who can apply for M.Phil at Queen Mary’s College?
Ans. Only women candidates are eligible. Applicants must hold a postgraduate degree in the relevant subject with a minimum 55% aggregate from a recognised university. For SC/ST/OBC/MBC categories, the minimum is 50%. The PG subject must correspond to the chosen M.Phil specialization.
Ques. Is M.Phil from Queen Mary’s College valid for UGC-NET eligibility?
Ans. Yes. University of Madras-affiliated M.Phil degrees are fully recognised by the UGC. Holders of this degree are eligible to appear for UGC-NET and SLET, and can apply for Ph.D registration at central and state universities subject to their regulations.
Ques. What is the admission process for M.Phil at Queen Mary’s College 2026?
Ans. Candidates should monitor qmc.edu.in for the official notification, which is expected around July 2026. Applications are submitted with PG mark sheets and supporting documents. Shortlisting is based on PG merit; some departments hold a written test or interview. Selected candidates attend document verification and complete fee payment to enrol.
Ques. What career paths are available after M.Phil from Queen Mary’s College?
Ans. Common career paths include college lectureship (after clearing UGC-NET or SLET), Ph.D registration at recognised universities, research associate roles in science and humanities institutions, and government academic roles in Tamil Nadu. The M.Phil dissertation also builds a strong foundation for academic publishing and competitive exams.