Madras Christian College
B.Sc. Chemistry
3-year pure science grind at Madras Christian College, Chennai — NIRF #14, NAAC A++
Key numbers
NIRF Rank (Science/Arts)
#14
NAAC Grade
A++ (3.79)
Batch Size
50 seats
Placement Rate (2025)
55%
Total Program Fee
₹1.5L
Investment
₹1.5L total
~₹0.5L per year
- Annual Program Fee₹50,000per year
Are you eligible?
Class 12 Aggregate
Minimum 60% marks required
Mandatory Subject
Must have studied Chemistry in Class 12
Admission Mode
Merit-based selection — no entrance test needed
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
55%
Top recruiters
Lab-Heavy Curriculum
You’ll grind through Organic, Inorganic, Physical & Analytical Chemistry, plus Spectroscopy, Green Chemistry, and Industrial Chemistry — with extensive lab work throughout the 3 years.
Campus Perks
On-campus accommodation and financial aid options are available for eligible students.
The verdict
Good fit
MCC delivers serious academic credibility at a pocket-friendly price (₹50K/year). The chemistry program is solid for research, pharma, and post-grad pathways. Just be real — 55% placement at an average ₹4 LPA means it’s more of a stepping stone to M.Sc./PhD or off-campus opportunities than an instant high-salary ticket. If you want a historic Chennai campus with hostel facilities and scholarships, this works. If you’re targeting guaranteed tech/consulting packages, keep your options open.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Legacy institution reputation
- ✓ Affordable fees
- ✓ Research & pharma pathway
- ✓ Hostel + scholarship support
Doesn't match
- ✗ Guaranteed high starting salary
- ✗ 4-year integrated UG degree
- ✗ Tech-centric campus placements