NIRF #14 among Science & Arts Colleges · NAAC A++
B.A. English Literature
Madras Christian College, Chennai · 3-Year UG Program
Key numbers
NIRF Rank (Science & Arts)
#14
NAAC Grade
A++ (3.79)
Annual Intake
120 seats
Average CTC
₹4.2 LPA
Placement Rate
65%
Investment
₹1.4L total
~₹0.5L per year
- Tuition Fee₹45,000per year
Are you eligible?
Class 12 Minimum Percentage
60% aggregate in the qualifying examination
Mandatory Subject
English
Admission Basis
Purely merit-based; no entrance exam required
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
65%
Top recruiters
3-Year Total Fee
Hostel & scholarships available
No Entrance Test Needed
Admissions are strictly merit-based on your Class 12 performance. If you have 60% or above with English, you are eligible to apply.
The verdict
Good fit
MCC offers a rare combo of top-tier arts reputation (NIRF #14, NAAC A++) and genuinely affordable fees. The BA English curriculum covers British, American, and Indian literature alongside creative writing and media studies — a strong launchpad for careers in editing, content strategy, civil services, or higher studies. Placement support is moderate (65% placed, ~₹4.2L average), so if you are targeting high-starting-salary corporate roles, plan on upskilling or post-graduation.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Reputed legacy institution
- ✓ Low total fees under ₹2 lakh
- ✓ Strong literature & media curriculum
- ✓ Merit-based admission without entrance exam
Doesn't match
- ✗ Guaranteed high starting salary
- ✗ Tech-heavy campus placements