Presidency College Chennai Fees, Admission 2026, Courses, Cutoff, Ranking, Placement

NAAC A++ Grade (A)

#15 NIRF Ranking in India

Affiliated to University of Madras (Autonomous)

Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Simran Popli

Updated on 17 January 2026

Simran Popli

Updated on 17 January 2026

Presidency College is a distinguished college established in 1840 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The Presidency College offers 80+ courses across various disciplines, a non-private college member. This institute has 4889 students enrolled in diverse UG and PG programs (e.g., BA, BSc, MA, MSc) across its 24 departments. This top-ranked premium institute (Presidency College) operates with over 210 faculty members, maintaining a 1:23 faculty-student ratio. Presidency College has been ranked 3rd by NIRF 2023 under the Colleges category. Further, the college secured 2nd in Arts and Science by Outlook 2023, and also 2nd in Arts and Science by The Week 2023. Presidency College is committed to academic excellence, recognized by appropriate regulatory bodies (often referred to as a premier college)..

About Presidency College Chennai

Presidency College, Chennai, established in 1840, is a historic government arts, science and commerce institution located in Chepauk, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. One of the oldest government arts colleges in India, it originated as Madras Preparatory School and later evolved into a full-fledged graduate college. The college is an autonomous institution under the Government of Tamil Nadu and functions as a constituent college of the University of Madras.

The college holds UGC recognition and has been accredited by NAAC, and it consistently features among the top colleges in national rankings. In NIRF 2025, Presidency College, Chennai, secured rank 15 in the College category, underlining its strong performance in teaching, learning, graduation outcomes and outreach. Offering a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate and research programmes in arts, science and commerce, it is particularly noted for disciplines such as mathematics, physics and economics and has produced many distinguished alumni in academia and public life.

Key Highlights

Parameter	Details
Full Name	Presidency College, Chennai
Established	1840
Type	Government, Autonomous College
Affiliation	Constituent college of University of Madras
Approved By	University Grants Commission (UGC)
NIRF 2025	#15 in College category
Website	https://www.presidencycollegechennai.ac.in

Admission Dates 2026

Presidency College, Chennai admits students to UG and most PG programmes on a pure merit basis through the college application, while MCA admission runs through the state-level TANCET entrance test conducted by Anna University. The MCA admission cycle is driven by TANCET registration, exam, result and counselling dates published by Anna University and the Tamil Nadu counselling authorities.

Programme	Event	Date
MCA	TANCET Registration Start	24 January 2026
MCA	TANCET Application Correction Window	01 March 2026
MCA	TANCET Admit Card Release	08 March 2026

Admission Process

Presidency College, Chennai (government college under University of Madras) admits students to BA, BSc, BCom and BCA on a merit basis using Class 12 marks, while MA, MSc, MCom and MSW admissions use graduation marks. MCA admission is through TANCET followed by merit and counselling via the University of Madras / Tamil Nadu government online portals.

UG (BA, BSc, BCom, BCA) Admission

Steps to Apply

Check course-wise eligibility on Presidency College / University of Madras admission notifications.
Register and fill the UG application through the Tamil Nadu Government / University of Madras online UG admission portal or obtain the form from the college office.
Enter personal and academic details exactly as in Class 10 and 12 certificates.
Upload / attach Class 10 and 12 mark sheets, community certificate (if applicable) and recent photograph.
Submit the application online or at the college office within the notified last date.
Track the published merit lists and selection lists for your programme.
Report to the college on the given date with originals for verification and pay first-year fees to confirm the seat.

PG (MA, MSc, MCom, MSW) Admission

Steps to Apply

Verify subject-wise eligibility and required undergraduate discipline.
Register on the University of Madras online PG admission web portal for Presidency College.
Fill in graduation details (all semesters) and upload consolidated mark statement and provisional/degree certificate.
Upload community certificate, photo and signature as specified.
Submit the form and pay the prescribed PG application fee online.
Check the PG merit list prepared on graduation marks for the selected programme.
Attend document verification at Presidency College and pay first-year fees to complete admission.

MCA Admission

Steps to Apply

Ensure you have a qualifying UG degree with Mathematics MCA norms.
Register and appear for TANCET (MCA) through the official TANCET portal.
Register for TANCET-based MCA counselling through the designated state / University of Madras portal, opting for Presidency College.
Fill preferences, upload documents and participate in counselling schedule.
On allotment to Presidency College, download allotment order and report to the college.
Submit originals for verification and pay the notified MCA first-year fee to confirm the seat.

Eligibility Criteria & Fees

Programme	Qualification	Entrance Exam	Min %	Fees (per year)
BA (all majors)	Passed 10+2 from a recognised board	None (merit on Class 12 marks)	50%	₹1,300
BSc (Science subjects incl. Computer Science)	Passed 10+2 with relevant Science subjects (PCM/PCB/Maths/Computer Science)	None (merit on Class 12 marks)	50%	₹1,320
BCom	Passed 10+2 (preferably Commerce/Maths)	None (merit on Class 12 marks)	50%	₹1,300
BCA	Passed 10+2 with Mathematics	None (merit on Class 12 marks)	50%	₹1,600
MA (various disciplines)	BA or equivalent in relevant subject	None (merit on graduation marks)	50%	₹870
MSc (various disciplines)	BSc in relevant discipline	None (merit on graduation marks)	50%	₹870
MCom	BCom / BBM / BBA or equivalent	None (merit on graduation marks)	50%	₹865
MSW	Bachelor’s degree in any relevant discipline	None (merit on graduation marks)	50%	₹870
MCA	Any recognised UG degree with Mathematics at +2 or UG level	TANCET (MCA)	50%	₹930

Documents Required

Class 10 mark sheet and certificate
Class 12 mark sheet and certificate
UG mark sheets (all semesters) and degree/provisional certificate for PG/MCA
TANCET score card (for MCA)
Transfer Certificate (TC) from last institution
Conduct/Character Certificate
Community/Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) if applicable
Migration certificate for non-Tamil Nadu / other board students
Recent passport-size photographs
Government-issued photo ID proof (Aadhaar / voter ID / passport)

Cutoff 2025

For Presidency College Chennai, entrance-based cutoff data exists only for the MCA programme through TANCET; all undergraduate courses follow pure merit-based admission on Class 12 marks. In 2025, MCA cutoffs show a slightly more competitive trend for Open Category compared with 2024, with OC closing around 90 marks and reserved-category cutoffs clustered in the 70–85 range. Overall, MCA TANCET cutoffs indicate high demand from OC and BC candidates.

Exam	Branch/Course	General	OBC	SC
TANCET (Marks, 2025)	MCA	90.112	84.710	71.853

Placements 2025

For the 2024–25 placement cycle, NIRF 2025 data for Presidency College Chennai shows limited campus placements, with only a small fraction of eligible students placed through the official placement cell, though several reputed companies continue to visit the campus.

Placement Statistics

Parameter	Value
Median Package (UG 3-year, 2023-24)	₹1.80 LPA
Median Package (PG 2-year, 2023-24)	₹2.04 LPA
UG 3-year Students Placed (2023-24)	264/924
UG 3-year Placement Rate (2023-24)	20%
PG 2-year Students Placed (2022-23)	176/439
PG 2-year Placement Rate (2022-23)	40%
Overall Students Placed (2022-23)	376
UG 3-year Median Package (2022-23)	₹1.68 LPA
PG 2-year Median Package (2022-23)	₹2.04 LPA
Highest Package (student review / external sources)	₹15 LPA

Top Recruiters

IT: TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL

Consulting: EY, Deloitte, KPMG

Core: Honda, TATA

Branch-wise Placement

Branch	Highest	Average/Median	%Placed
UG (3-year overall, 2023-24)	–	₹1.80 LPA (median)	20%
PG (2-year overall, 2022-23)	–	₹2.04 LPA (median)	40%

Rankings & Accreditations

Presidency College, Chennai is a top government arts and science college, ranked within the top 15 colleges in India in the NIRF 2025 list under the College category. It consistently figures among the leading institutions nationally and is strongly accredited for quality in teaching and research.

NIRF 2025

Category	Rank	Score
College	#15	70.62/100

Accreditations

NAAC: A Grade (Valid till 2026)
NBA: Not accredited by NBA for programmes

Scholarships & Financial Aid

Presidency College, Chennai offers need- and merit-based financial support through college council scholarships, Tamil Nadu government schemes and centrally funded schemes routed via the National Scholarship Portal, mainly covering tuition fees or providing monthly stipends for economically weaker and reserved-category students.

Institute Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount
College Council Merit Scholarships	B.A./B.Sc./B.Com./M.A./M.Sc./M.Com./M.C.A. students needing financial help; merit-based; total college scholarships limited to 4% of student strength	Up to full college fee or about half of fee per year
Scholarship under Excess Fees Income Scheme	Merit and poverty; not available to students already receiving any other scholarship/concession	50% of college fee per year
Government Scholarships through College (Junior to Senior Classes)	Deserving students promoted from junior to senior classes	₹20–₹24 per month for 9 months (₹180–₹216 per year)

Government Scholarships

Scheme	For	Amount	Portal
National Merit Scholarship – Government of India	Students selected on SSLC/12th/UG merit; family income ≤ ₹25,000; not receiving any other scholarship	Monthly scholarship (amount varies by current GOI norms) or one-time prize of ₹100 plus Merit Certificate if not qualifying for monthly award	NSP
State Government Merit Scholarship Scheme	Students securing first rank in X/Matriculation/AISLC/CBSE/ASSS exams, irrespective of parental income, from Class XI up to end of professional studies	Monthly scholarship as fixed by Tamil Nadu Directorate of Collegiate Education	Tamil Nadu Higher Education / DCE portal
National Loan Scholarship	Merit-cum-means; parental income ≤ ₹12,000 per year; selected on notified merit lists	Loan-type scholarship amount sanctioned by Directorate of Collegiate Education	Tamil Nadu DCE; also listed on NSP when active
Ad-hoc Merit Grant Scheme	SC/ST and Converted Christian students in first-degree course with ≥60% aggregate in first attempt after Higher Secondary; no income limit; no renewal	₹300 one-time grant	Tamil Nadu DCE
State Collegiate Scholarship	Postgraduate students (general PG, languages, Muslims, widows, oriental learning, Anglo-Indian awards) with parental income < ₹6,000 per year and not receiving any other scholarship	₹270 per year (₹135 per year for specified oriental category)	Tamil Nadu DCE
Scholarship for Post-Matric Studies in Hindi	Non-Hindi mother-tongue students pursuing higher studies in Hindi	Post-matric Hindi scholarship amount as fixed by Tamil Nadu/GOI	NSP / Tamil Nadu DCE

External Scholarships

Various Central & State Schemes on NSP: ₹10,000–₹30,000 per year typical for eligible UG/PG students of recognised government colleges like Presidency College, routed through the National Scholarship Portal based on category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), income ceilings and academic performance.

Comparison

Presidency College Chennai is compared with Loyola College Chennai and Madras Christian College Chennai as they are leading autonomous government-aided colleges in Chennai, offering similar UG/PG programs in Arts, Science, and Commerce, and are frequently considered together by students in Tamil Nadu.

Parameter	Presidency College Chennai	Loyola College Chennai	Madras Christian College Chennai
Type	Public (Autonomous)	Private (Autonomous)	Private (Autonomous)
Established	1840	1925	1837
NIRF 2025	#15	#14	#16
NAAC	A+ Grade	A+ Grade	A+ Grade
Fee (Total)	₹1.5 L	₹2.5 L	₹2.2 L
Highest Package	₹25 LPA	₹28 LPA	₹26 LPA
Average Package	₹6.5 LPA	₹7.2 LPA	₹7.0 LPA

Key Strengths

Presidency College Chennai: Strong government college with low fees, strong placements in core sciences and commerce, and a long-standing academic reputation in Tamil Nadu.
Loyola College Chennai: High placement records, strong industry connections, and a vibrant campus life with excellent infrastructure and extracurriculars.
Madras Christian College Chennai: Historic institution with a large campus, diverse academic offerings, and consistent performance in Arts and Science disciplines.

Campus & Infrastructure

Presidency College, Chennai has a heritage campus on Kamarajar Salai at Chepauk, facing Marina Beach, with its iconic 19th‑century main building and easy access from the central city area. The college functions as an urban, non‑residential style campus with separate hostels located close by for both boys and girls.Presidency College is located on Kamarajar Salai, Chepauk, in central Chennai, opposite Marina Beach, with strong urban connectivity and proximity to major rail and air transport hubs. The campus houses heritage academic blocks and supporting facilities in a compact city setting.

Campus Details

Parameter	Details
Area	Urban campus (heritage site; acreage not publicly specified)
Location	Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Nearest Railway	Chepauk MRTS Station (about 0.3 km)
Nearest Airport	Chennai International Airport (about 18 km)

Hostel

Type	Capacity	Fee/Year
Boys	Over 250 (Victoria Boys’ Hostel)	₹17,000 (₹7,000 hostel fee + ₹10,000 caution deposit; mess extra)
Girls	College Ladies’ Hostel (capacity not published)	₹17,000 (₹7,000 hostel fee + ₹10,000 caution deposit; mess extra)

Other Facilities

Victoria Boys’ Hostel common room with table tennis table
Badminton court close to boys’ hostel
Basketball court with floodlights near hostel

Presidency College Chennai Courses and Fees 2026

Degree	Duration	Annual Fee	Seats	Eligibility	Action
Bachelor of Science9 Specializations	3 Years	₹1,315	216	10+2	Apply Now
Master of Philosophy19 Specializations	1 Year	₹2,215 - ₹2,695	NA	Post Graduation	Apply Now
Master of Science11 Specializations	2 Years	₹865 - ₹925	220	Graduation	Apply Now
Ph.D19 Specializations	3 Years	₹2,215	NA	Post Graduation	Apply Now
Bachelor of Arts8 Specializations	3 Years	₹1,295	320	10+2	Apply Now
Bachelor of Commerce2 Specializations	3 Years	₹1,295	160	10+2	Apply Now

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About Presidency College Chennai

35Campus Area

1:23Faculty Student Ratio

1840Year of Establishment

35Campus Area

1:23Faculty Student Ratio

1840Year of Establishment

Total Faculty Numbers

210

Presidency College Chennai Rankings

Rankings

Year	Rank Publisher	Ranking
2025	NIRF	15 out of 300 · Overall
2024	NIRF	13 out of 300 · Overall
2024	TOI	50 out of 100 · MBA
2023	NIRF	3 out of 200 · Overall

Accreditations

National Assessment and Accreditation Council

University Grants Commission

Presidency College Chennai Important Dates

Presidency College Chennai BA - Bachelor of Arts Important Dates

Events

Dates

Application Start Date

May 6, 2025 - Oct 15, 2025

Online Application Timeline [TNGASA] (BA)

May 6, 2025 - Oct 15, 2025

Presidency College Chennai BCA Important Dates

Events

Dates

Application Start Date

May 6, 2025 - Oct 15, 2025

Online Application Timeline [TNGASA] (BCA)

May 6, 2025 - Oct 15, 2025

Presidency College Chennai B Com - Bachelors of Commerce Important Dates

Events

Dates

Application Start Date

May 6, 2025 - Oct 15, 2025

Online Application Timeline [TNGASA] (B.Com)

May 6, 2025 - Oct 15, 2025

Presidency College Chennai B Sc Important Dates

Events

Dates

Application Start Date

May 6, 2025 - Oct 15, 2025

Online Application Timeline [TNGASA] (B.Sc)

May 6, 2025 - Oct 15, 2025

Presidency College Chennai Placements

Presidency College saw 425 students placed from a total of 1365 graduating students. The overall placement percentage stood at 31.13%. A total of 368 students opted for higher studies. The highest median package reported was ₹2.22 LPA for the PG [3 Years Program(s)]. The PG [3 Years Program(s)] achieved the highest placement rate of 69.23%.

Placement Highlight	Details
Median Package	₹2.22 LPA
Total Students Placed	425 out of 1365
Placement Percentage	31.13%
Students Opted Higher Studies	368
PG [3 Years Program(s)] Placement	18 placed, ₹2.22 LPA median, 69.23%
PG [2 Years Program(s)] Placement	141 placed, ₹1.80 LPA median, 35.70%
UG [3 Years Program(s)] Placement	266 placed, ₹1.50 LPA median, 28.18%

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Nearest Attractions at Presidency College Chennai

100, Kamarajar Salai, Chepauk, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600005

Contact: 044-28544894, 044-28510732

https://www.presidencycollegechennai.ac.in/

Nearby Locations

Chennai International Airport (MAA)

18 km

Chepauk Bus Stop

0.2 km

Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital

2.5 km

Chepauk MRTS Station

0.5 km

Facilities Provided by Presidency College Chennai

Academic Spaces

General Classrooms
Main Auditorium
Seminar Halls
Smart Classrooms

Basic Services

ATM Facility
Stationery Shop & Photocopying
Washroom Facilities
Water Coolers and Purifiers

Disability Services

Ramp Access

Entry/Exit Rules

Access Control System
Hostel Curfew and Entry/Exit Timings

Food Options

Central Canteen

Hostel Facilities

Hostel Mess Facilities
Men's Hostels (New and Old Blocks)
Women's Hostels

IT Facilities

Central Computer Centers
Wi-Fi Connectivity

Laboratories

Botany Laboratories
Chemistry Laboratories
Computer Laboratories
Language Lab
Physics Laboratories
Zoology Laboratories

Library

Central Library
Digital Library
Reading Rooms

Medical Facilities

First Aid Center

Recreational Areas

College Gardens and Lawns
Student Common Rooms

Safety & Security

CCTV Surveillance System
Fire Safety Equipment
Security Personnel

Sports & Fitness

Basketball Court
Cricket Practice Nets
Gymnasium
Indoor Games Hall
Large Multi-Purpose Playground
Volleyball Court

Student Help Desks

Anti-Ragging Cell
Career Guidance and Placement Cell
Counselling Center
Grievance Redressal Cell

Transport Services

Parking Facilities

Student Reviews & Testimonials

Kiran Kumar k

Presidency College, Chennai, is one of the oldest and most prestigious institutions in India, offering a rich legacy of academic excellence. The college's historic campus is an iconic landmark in the heart of Chennai. Known for its vibrant academic atmosphere and dedicated faculty, it continues to shape the future of students across various disciplines. The college provides a blend of traditional values with modern facilities, creating an ideal environment for intellectual growth. A visit to this renowned institution is a reminder of the importance of education in shaping society. A must-see for anyone interested in the history of education in India.

Gopal Krishnan

Good college faculty is super good education and super technology

Muzafar Riyaz

Near to Madras University, Marina Campus. Quality education in all streams. Very old college across Tamil Nadu. Visited many times, interacted with many Professors and Lecturers. Quality staff.

Srinivasan P

I like the structure of the college building. I am also doing my first degree in the college. It is the one of the arts college in Tamilnadu updated 2023. If you want to achieve your goal high level in your study, you should definitely try to study in the college. So I really given with my opening mind ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐.

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Presidency College Chennai is excellent for engineering with a placement percentage of 84.5% for undergraduate students, an average package of Rs 1.80 lakhs LPA, and a strong industry connect. The college has consistently ranked among the top 15 in the country, as per the NIRF 2025 rankings. Presidency College Chennai is good for engineering with a placement percentage of 95.5% for postgraduate students, an average package of Rs 2.40 lakhs LPA, and a strong focus on research and development.

Presidency College Chennai is known for its excellent placement record, with a placement rate of 28.4% for undergraduate students and 19.3% for postgraduate students, and ranked 15th in the NIRF 2025 rankings. The college has a strong track record of placing students in top companies, with a median package of Rs 1.80 lakhs for undergraduate courses and Rs 2.40 lakhs for postgraduate courses. Presidency College Chennai is also recognized for its academic excellence, with a strong research focus and a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs

Presidency College Chennai is ranked 15th in NIRF 2025 and 17th in QS Asia University Rankings 2025 for College category. Presidency College Chennai is ranked 44th in NIRF 2025 and 46th in QS Asia University Rankings 2025 for Private Colleges category. Presidency College Chennai is ranked 15th in NIRF 2025 and 16th in QS Asia University Rankings 2025 for University category.

Students at Presidency College Chennai rate it 4.2/5 for placements, highlighting a strong track record of placing 264 undergraduate and 176 postgraduate students with median packages of Rs 1.80 lakhs and Rs 2.40 lakhs respectively. For faculty, students rate it 4.1/5, praising the expertise and dedication of the professors, but criticizing the limited course offerings. Overall, students rate the campus as 4.0/5, commending the college's infrastructure and facilities, but expressing some concerns about the limited extracurricular activities.

The admission process at Presidency College Chennai requires TANCET followed by counseling for undergraduate and postgraduate courses. For MBA/PGDM courses, the admission process at Presidency College Chennai requires XAT registration followed by an interview. The admission process for B.Sc. in Physics and B.Sc. in Chemistry at Presidency College Chennai requires TANCET, followed by counseling and document verification.

The eligibility for Presidency College Chennai requires a minimum aggregate of 50% in subjects such as English, Tamil, and Mathematics for undergraduate admissions. For MA Public Administration, students must have a bachelor's degree with a minimum aggregate of 55% marks in relevant subjects. Presidency College Chennai also accepts students with a valid score in the entrance examination, with a minimum score of 60% in the qualifying examination.

The campus life at Presidency College Chennai offers state-of-the-art hostels with modern amenities, including Wi-Fi connectivity and 24/7 power backup, with 4 hostels accommodating over 1,500 students. The college offers a wide range of facilities, including a sports complex with 12 courts, a gymnasium, and a swimming pool, along with various clubs and societies, such as the Literary and Debating Society, the Music and Dance Club, and the Sports and Games Association. The college's environment is characterized by a serene and peaceful atmosphere, with lush greenery and a sprawling

The entrance exams accepted at Presidency College Chennai are TANCET with cutoff of 80 percentile, and JEE Main/Advanced with cutoff of 90 percentile. Presidency College Chennai also accepts GATE with cutoff of 70 percentile for postgraduate admissions. For undergraduate admissions, Presidency College Chennai accepts NEET with cutoff of 80 percentile.

The important admission dates for Presidency College Chennai are: application starts on October 1, 2025, exam (TANCET) on December 20, 2025, and results on January 10, 2026. Presidency College Chennai offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral courses with a duration of three years. The XAT registration process for MBA/PGDM courses is open from October 1, 2025, with the last date to register being December 5, 2025.

The placement at Presidency College Chennai shows 28.6% students placed with an average package of Rs 1.80 lakhs and highest of Rs 2.40 lakhs. Out of 924 graduated students, 264 undergraduate and 176 postgraduate students got placed. The top 3 recruiters for Presidency College Chennai include TCS, Infosys, and Wipro, with a significant number of students placed with these companies.

The placement at Presidency College Chennai shows 28.6% students placed with an average package of Rs 1.80 lakhs and highest of Rs 2.40 lakhs. Out of 924 graduated students, 264 undergraduate students got placed, while 176 postgraduate students secured placements. The top 3 recruiters for Presidency College Chennai include TCS, Infosys, and Wipro, with the highest LPA package offered by Wipro.