Ethiraj College for Women Admissions 2025

Name of the Institution: Ethiraj College for Women

Institution Profile: Ethiraj College for Women, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is a well-regarded arts and science college for women. Here's a detailed overview:

Establishment and Founder:

Founded in 1948 by V. L. Ethiraj, a barrister and philanthropist who strongly believed in women's education as a means of empowerment and societal progress. He envisioned education as a "great leveller in society."

Location and Campus:

Situated in the heart of Chennai, in Egmore, on a 9-acre campus.
The college boasts substantial infrastructure with a total built-up area of 48,513.627 sq. ft.

Affiliation and Autonomy:

Affiliated with the University of Madras.
Granted autonomous status by the UGC in 1999, providing it with the flexibility to design its own curriculum and conduct examinations.

Accreditation and Recognition:

Re-accredited with an 'A+' Grade by NAAC.
Recognized as a "College with Potential for Excellence" by the UGC.
Received a five-star status from NAAC previously.
Ranked 79th among colleges in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) in 2024. In 2022, it was ranked 65th.

Mission:

To holistically develop women by imparting knowledge, value systems, technological competencies, and global skill sets.

Course Offered:

Aided Programs

B.Sc Advanced Zoology& Bio-Technology
B.Sc Chemistry
B.Sc Plant Biology & Plant Biotechnology
B.Sc Physics
B.Sc Mathematics
B.Sc Nutrition, Food Service Management & Dietetics
B.Com General
B.Com Corporate Secretaryship
B.A History
B.A Tourism and Travel Management
B.A Economics
B.A English
M.Sc Zoology
M.Sc Chemistry
M.Com
M.A Tamil
M.A History
M.A English
M.A Economics
M.A Business Economics
M.Phil Mathematics
M.Phil Plant Biology & Plant Biotechnology
M.Phil Zoology
Ph.D Zoology
Ph.D Plant Biology & Plant Biotechnology
Ph.D Chemistry
M.Phil Economics
M.Phil Commerce
M.Phil Corporate Secretaryship
Ph.D Economics
Ph.D Commerce
M.Phil English
M.Phil Tamil
Ph.D English
Ph.D Tamil
M.Phil History

Self Supporting

B.Sc Maths with Data Science
B.Sc Computer Science
B.Sc Biochemistry
B.Sc Microbiology
B.Sc Psychology
B.Sc Mathematics with Computer Applications
BCA – Bachelor of Computer Applications
B.Sc Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
B.Com General
B.Com Corporate Secretaryship
B.Com Bank Management
B.Com (Hons.)
B.Com Accounting and Finance
B.A Business Economics
B.A English
B.A English and Communication Skills
BBA – Bachelor of Business Administration
B.Sc Visual Communication
M.Sc Plant Biology and Plant Biotechnology
M.Sc Mathematics
M.Sc. Foods and Nutrition
M.Sc Physics
M.Sc Applied Microbiology
M.Sc Biochemistry
M.Sc Applied Psychology
M.Sc Computer Science
MCA Master of Computer Applications
M.Com Corporate Secretaryship
M.Com Banking and Insurance Management
M.Com
M.A Human Right & Duties Education
M.A Human Resource Management
MBA – Master of Business Administration
M.A Journalism and Communication

Application Process:

Online Application Portal: Click Here
Application Deadline: Check Website
Required Documents: Click Here

Key Application Instructions:

Multiple Applications: You can apply for any number of courses within both the Aided and Self-Supporting streams.
Separate Applications: You must submit separate application forms for the Aided and Self-Supporting streams if you are applying to courses in both.
Mandatory Information at Application:
- Valid e-mail ID
- Valid mobile number
- Scanned recent photograph meeting specific requirements:
  - File size: 100 kb maximum
  - Format: jpg/gif
  - Dimensions: 125 x 165 pixels (4.4 X 5.8 cm)
  - Important Restrictions: No school uniform photos or selfies are allowed.
Application Fee: ₹50, payable online only.
Fee Reimbursement (SC/ST - Aided Stream): SC/ST candidates applying for Aided stream courses can get their application fee reimbursed later upon in-person submission of required documents.
Complete Applications: Ensure your application is complete in all aspects. You are responsible for any errors.
Marks Required: Only completed applications with your qualifying examination marks will be considered.
No Corrections After Submission: You cannot request any changes or corrections to your application form once it's submitted.
Responsibility for Details: The college is not responsible for any issues arising from incorrect or incomplete information provided by the applicant.
Application Does Not Guarantee a Seat: Submitting an application does not guarantee admission to the college.
Hostel Application: If you need hostel accommodation, you must submit a separate Hostel Application Form after paying your college fees if you are selected.
Fees Payment (Selected Candidates): Payment of fees for selected candidates must be done online only.
Internal Transfer: You will be given only one opportunity for an internal transfer within Ethiraj College, subject to the availability of seats.
Online Payment Methods Accepted: