University of Madras, Institute of Distance Education

IDE Madras University

Empowering Higher Education Through Flexible Distance Learning Since 1981

● Chennai▣ State University Distance Education Institute▣ Established in 1981

✓UGC Approved✓DEB Recognized✓NAAC Accredited University✓AICTE Approved Programmes✓State Government University Institution✓Distance Education Bureau Approved✓Constituent Institute of University of Madras, Chennai

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About University of Madras, Institute of Distance Education

The Institute of Distance Education (IDE), University of Madras, was established in 1981 with the objective of providing quality higher education opportunities through distance learning. It functions under the prestigious University of Madras, one of India's oldest universities founded in 1857. IDE offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, certificate, and professional programmes across arts, science, commerce, management, and computer applications disciplines. The institute serves learners from across India and abroad by providing flexible education opportunities, self-learning materials, online support, and examination facilities.

Highlights

✓Established in 1981

✓UGC-DEB Recognized Institution

✓Part of the University of Madras

▤Flexible Distance Learning System

✓Wide Range of UG and PG Courses

✓Affordable Fee Structure

▤Online Learning Support

◎Large Student Community

✓Experienced Faculty Members

✓Examination Centres Across India

✓Industry Relevant Curriculum

Courses Offered

S.NoCourse NameLevel

1B.A ProgrammesUG

2B.Com ProgrammesUG

3B.Sc ProgrammesUG

4BBAUG

5BCAUG

6M.A ProgrammesPG

7M.ComPG

8M.Sc ProgrammesPG

9MBAPG

10Research ProgrammesPhD

Admission Process

Online Application

Apply through the official IDE Madras University admission portal.

Eligibility Verification

Academic qualifications are verified based on the selected programme.

Document Submission

Upload or submit required educational certificates and identity proof.

Fee Payment

Pay the prescribed programme fees online or through approved methods.

Enrollment Confirmation

Admission is confirmed after successful verification and fee payment.

Facilities

⌁Online Learning Support

▤Digital Library

▣Student Portal

◎Distance Education Centers

▣E-Learning Resources

✓Academic Support Services

✓Examination Cell

●Seminar Facilities

✓Student Counseling

✓Online Communication Support

✓Career Guidance Cell

✓Study Material Distribution

Placement Information

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Placement Rate72%

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Average Package₹3.8 LPA

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Highest Package₹9 LPA

Scholarships

✓Government Scholarship Schemes
✓SC/ST Scholarship
✓BC/MBC Scholarship
✓Minority Scholarship
✓First Graduate Scholarship
✓Differently Abled Student Support
✓Merit Scholarship
✓Post Matric Scholarship

Hostel Facilities

⌂No Hostel Facility

⌂Online Academic Support

▤Regional Study Centres

⌂Digital Resources

⌂Student Counseling Services

Events

✓Distance Education Orientation Programme
✓Career Guidance Workshops
✓Online Faculty Development Programmes
✓Webinars and Seminars
✓Alumni Meet
✓Entrepreneurship Awareness Programmes

Campus Life

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Technical Clubs

✓Commerce Club
✓Management Forum
✓IT Learners Club
✓Entrepreneurship Club
✓Research Scholars Forum

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Cultural Clubs

✓Literary Club
✓Music Club
✓Tamil Mandram
✓Fine Arts Club
✓Debate Society

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Community Service

✓NSS Activities
✓Literacy Awareness Programmes
✓Environmental Awareness Campaigns
✓Blood Donation Drives
✓Social Outreach Programmes
✓Community Development Initiatives

Location & Distance

✈Airport18 km

▣Railway Station4 km

▣Bus Stand2 km

▣Metro3 km

♥Hospital2 km

Google Map Location

●Institute of Distance Education, University of Madras, Chepauk, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600005● Open in Google Maps

Contact Details

●Institute of Distance Education, University of Madras, Chepauk, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600005

✓044-25399473 ✓ide@unom.ac.in ◎ideunom.ac.in/● Open in Google Maps