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Madras University invites applications from students for free education scheme
Madras University announced an initiative to provide free education to eligible undergraduates in aided and self-financing colleges affiliated with the university. Applications are invited from students who completed Plus Two in 2025-26, with preference given to economically disadvantaged groups and certain categories. The scheme sets an annual family income cap of ₹3 lakh.
Why It Matters
The program targets social equity in higher education by prioritizing marginalized groups and first-generation students.
Timeline
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Madras University invites applications for free education scheme for undergraduates
April 25, 2026
The University of Madras invited applications from students who have passed Plus Two examination in 2025-26 to pursue undergraduate degree programmes in aided and self-financing colleges affiliated to the university. Applicants from economically backward strata, orphans, children of widows/widowers, first graduates of family, and transgender persons would be given preference for selection. The annual family income should not exceed ₹3,00,000 per annum, according to a press release.