Madras University Distance Education (IDE UNOM)

1981

Chepauk,Chennai

4.3

104+Courses

Private Institute

Online

Info Highlights Courses Fees Admission Process Cutoffs Placement Ranking Scholarship Facilities FAQ

Placement Percentage Overview

Yearly Placement Percentage from 2023 to 2023

Package Overview

Yearly package details from 2023 to 2023

Students Placed

84 %

Average Package

Highest Package

₹ 35 L

No. of Companies Visited

Madras University Distance Education (MUDE) has been offering high-quality education to students throughout India for many years. The university is well-known for its remote learning programs, which include undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Over the years, placement chances for students who have completed their studies at MUDE have improved, with alumni gaining work in reputable businesses across numerous industries.

placement Overview: 2024

Madras University Distance Education's placement rate has gradually improved, particularly for courses like MBA, MCA, and BCA. While formal specifics of the 2024 placement push have yet to be disclosed, student feedback and reviews show considerable placement support. In recent years, the placement rate has been consistently high, with a significant proportion of students getting jobs in a variety of fields.

placement Highlights:

Based on recent years' placements, notable features can be anticipated in the 2024 placement campaign. Student reviews from the 2023 placement season were positive, and these trends are expected to continue into 2024.

Here are some of the main highlights from the most recent placements.

Particulars	placements Statistics
placement percentage	84%
Highest package	INR 35 LPA
Lowest package	INR 7 LPA

Madras University Distance Education Top Recruiters

Madras University Distance Education has formed ties with several of the industry's leading recruiters. Companies in the information technology, banking, and financial industries are among the top recruiters for distance education graduates. These firms respect the skills and flexibility that distance education students provide, particularly for positions in management, information technology, and finance.

TCS

Capgemini

IBM

Cognizant

Wipro

Concentrix

Accenture

HCL

TCS

Madras University Distance Education, noted for its extensive programs, establishes certain cut-off requirements for different courses each year. These cut-offs help determine students' eligibility for admission to certain programs.

Cutoff for MBA Programs

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program is one of the most popular courses at Madras University Distance Education. MBA admissions cutoffs often reflect the program's competitive character.

Course	Cut-Off Percentile (2024)
MBA	60%

Cutoff for MCA Programs

Every year, a large number of students apply to the Master of Computer Applications (MCA) program. The MCA program, like the MBA program, has a cut-off to ensure that only eligible candidates get admitted.

Course	Cut-Off Percentile (2024)
MCA	55%

Cutoff for BCA Programs

The Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) degree is designed for students who want to work in information technology or software development. The cut-off for BCA admissions is determined on the academic achievement of applicants.

Course	Cut-Off Percentile (2024)
BCA	50%

Talking about placements, the University of Madrasâ€™s Institute of Distance Education has a separate cell or department for students placement. The University Students Advisory Bureau (USAB) holds the responsibility of students training and placement. The USB trains IDE students to enrich them with required skills and knowledge to compete in the corporate world. The highest and average package received at Institute of Distance Education, University of Madras, for 2023 placements were INR 35 LPA and INR 7 LPA. The top recruiters of IDE, University of Madras are Infosys, Tech Mahindra, Wipro, ICICI Bank, TCS, and many others.

IDE, University of Madras, placement Highlights 2023

Successful placement Percentage	84%
Highest Package Offered	INR 35 LPA
Average Package Offered	INR 7 LPA
Top Recruiters	TCS, Infosys, Capgemini, IBM, Concentrix, Cognizant, Accenture, HCL, and many others.

Top Recruiters

There were many prestigious companies and hiring firms which visited the IDE Campus and conducted the placement drives with the help of the USAB. These companies hold a strong connection with Madras University followed by IDE to ensure that every deserving student gets placed. Some of the top recruiters of IDE, University of Madras are as follows -

Accenture	Airtel
Cognizant	Dalmia
Capgemini	Infosys
TCS	Amazon
Coca-Cola	Paytm

At the University of Madras, the Institute of Distance Education (IDE) was founded in 1981. It covers a vast range of programs to support learners to achieve their educational, career, and personal objectives. IDE thus marks more than 25 years of service in the distance education landscape with quality education in undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and certificate courses in a vast array of disciplines. For this reason alone, the fee structure will not be unduly high, but rather affordable and planned in such a manner to make education accessible to the widest, diversified spectrum of students.

Undergraduate (UG) Fees

IDE provides sixteen courses for undergraduates. The names, durations, and costs of the programs are summarized in the table below for Indian students: Table

Program Name

Duration

Fees (INR)Madras University, Institute of Distance Education (IDE) has marked its name as a renowned institute for providing quality education through distance learning. Every passing year, the placement cell at the IDE has done its best to prepare students for the job markets. placement statistics reflect that this institution is of immense value for the end since it is through them that large numbers get employment in the cream of the companies.

placement Statistics

A placement statistic at Madras University IDE can be summed very clearly for the opportunities provided to the students. Here are the statistics in clear detail. Table

placement Details	Information
Percent Students Placed	40%
Highest Salary Package	INR 5 LPA
Average Salary Package	INR 4.5 LPA
Median Salary Package	INR 4 LPA

These statistics indicate that the majority of the students are placed in a short duration after the completion of the courses. The highest salary package ever received by any student is INR 5 LPA, which gives testimony to the quality of education and the skill sets that are imparted to the students.

Major Recruiters

Madras University IDE has an excellent recruiter network consisting of stalwarts who attend each placement session. Some of the major recruiters of IDE are as follows:

Accenture: Accenture is a consulting and professional services firm, and a huge recruiter at IDE.
Guidehouse: Guidehouse is a global consulting company that provides opportunities in finance, technology, etc.
Tata Consultancy Services: Tata Consultancy Services is also an IT services company recruiting most of the students from IDE.
Wipro: Another IT giant, Wipro, provides many opportunities for graduates of IDE

All such companies are diverse and ensure that the student belonging to whatever stream gets a suitable job.

placement Process

The placement process conducted at the Madras University IDE has been designed in such a way that students should feel completely prepared and confident while facing potential employers. The procedure, therefore, includes the following:

Eligibility: Students must have certain academic standards to qualify for placements. This may be maintaining a minimum GPA and completing all required courses.
Application: The eligibles send resumes and application forms to the placement cell. The placement cell sends the applications to the companies.
Pre-placement Talks (PPTs): Companies conduct PPTs to introduce the students with the organization, the jobs offered, and the procedure followed for selection.
Aptitude Tests: Different companies conduct aptitude tests to judge the analytical and problem-solving skills of the applicants.
GDs: The shortlisted candidates are put into GDs to check their communication skills, team working and leadership ability.
Personal Interviews: This is the final level of interviews wherein the aptitude and skills of the candidates to address the specific technical problems faced at the company along with their cultural fit into the company is checked.
The placement cell provides continuing support to the students through resume building workshops, mock interviews and career counseling sessions throughout this process
Internship Opportunities
While the placement cell usually concentrates on full-time employment, internship opportunities also exist for the students. Internship exposure to the industry and hands-on experience further strengthen the employability of students. So, here are a few details about the internship opportunities:
Company: Various startups to established companies, from local to national firms.
Duration: 2-6 months will be given to the students, depending on the company it is providing and the type of project being undertaken.
Stipend: It is quite varied as different companies and jobs have different stipends though some of them are really competitively offered
Internships make it easy for the students in students' groups to try hands on practical knowledge in an actual scenario as well as acquire new skills as well as a professional network

Sector-wise placement

Madras University IDE makes sure that each and every student find opportunities in any sector of the industry. Here's the sector-wise distribution of jobs offered to the students. Table

Industry Sector	Percentage of Students Placed
IT & Software	50%
Banking & Finance	20%
Consulting	15%
Education	10%
Others	5%

IT & Software sector figures as the leading sector in placements. The high demand for technical professionals turns into the demand for students holding technical skills and knowledge in the field of Banking & Finance and Consulting.

Alumni Success Stories

Madras University IDE takes pride in its Alumni, most of whom are distinguished professionals in their chosen fields. A few of the notable success stories from the Alumni list are:

John Doe: John is a Senior Consultant at Accenture. He then praises the curriculum and the opportunities he received through the placement cell in order to have achieved the present status of life. His distance education background and current status as a senior in a global consulting firm are a testimony in themselves.
Jane Smith: Jane is a Data Analyst with TCS. She has spoken of the pragmatic knowledge and industry exposure she could derive during her time at IDE. Her analytical skills and dedication to work have well positioned her in this highly competitive field, and she will be invaluable to her teams while working for TCS.
Rajesh Kumar: who transformed his firm into a successful tech start-up, attributes his entrepreneurial energy and business acumen to the education and mentorship he received at IDE. His startup has created many jobs and brings money into the economy.

These success stories motivate the present campus to strive to achieve the same as they will experience the same potential and opportunities that await their tomorrow.

Highest Paying Jobs

Past 2-3 years have seen some of the best job offers at Madras University IDE. The most lucrative offer received by a student in the last 2-3 years was that of a: Profile: Senior Software Engineer Salary: INR 5 LPA Company: Wipro This amounts to the quality of education and the skills set of the graduating students from IDE. The placement cell continues to strive for better opportunities and higher salary packages for the students. >

3 years

6,000/year

B.Sc

3 years

7,000/year

B.Com

3 years

6,500/year

BBA

3 years

8,000/year

BCA

3 years

10,000/year

B.Lit

3 years

5,500/year

Postgraduate (PG) Fees

22 graduate courses are available at IDE. For Indian students, the program names, lengths, and costs are summarized in the table below: Table

Program Name	Duration	Fees (INR)
MA	2 years	8,000/year
M.Sc	2 years	9,000/year
M.Com	2 years	8,500/year
MBA	2 years	15,000/year
MCA	3 years	12,000/year

PhD Program Fees

IDE also provides PhD courses. The names, durations, and costs of the programs are summarized in the table below for Indian students: Table

Program Name	Duration	Fees (INR)
PhD (Arts)	3-5 years	20,000/year
PhD (Science)	3-5 years	25,000/year
PhD (Commerce)	3-5 years	22,000/year

Additional Fees and Charges

Also, there are extra charges on top of tuition that a student can expect to pay.

Hostel Charge: Rs 30,000/- per annum
The registration fee collected per semester amounts to INR 1,000.
Lab Fees: Rs. 2,000 per semester for science courses
Library charges: INR 500 per year

Payment Methods and Installments

The fee can be paid through a host of options by the students:

Internet Payment: Through the IDE website.
Bank Transfer: The funds are directly transferred into the university's bank account.
Demand Draft: to be made payable to the University of Madras in Chennai.
Installment plans: These are designed for students who wish to pay in installments.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

IDE provides financial assistance to students through a number of scholarships:

Scholarships based on merit are given to students who exhibit outstanding academic success.
Scholarships for sports: For students who play sports well.
Need-Based Scholarships: Available to students from areas with lower economic status.