NAAC A++ & NIRF Top 100 Women's University
M.Sc. Human Development and Family Studies
Avinashilingam Institute, Coimbatore
Key numbers
NIRF Rank (University)
#98
NAAC Score
3.63 (A++)
Program Intake
25 seats
Duration
2 Years
Investment
₹1.1L total
~₹0.6L per year
- First Year Tuition₹55,000per year
- Second Year Tuition₹55,000per year
Are you eligible?
Academic Background
B.Sc. Home Science, B.A. Psychology, B.Sc. Child Development, or allied social sciences.
Admission Basis
Strictly merit-based; no entrance exam required.
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
55%
Top recruiters
Your 2-Year Journey
Year +0
Year 1: Foundations
Lifespan development, family dynamics & counseling, and early childhood education.
Year +1
Year 2: Specialization
Gerontology care, program planning & evaluation, and field-based project work.
Year +2
Graduation & Career
Placement support for roles in NGOs, Anganwadi programs, special schools, and welfare organizations.
Built for Impact, Not Just Income
Total fees stay under ₹1.1 lakh, and the recruiter list is stacked with UNICEF, Save the Children, and grassroots Anganwadi programs. If your version of success is community impact over corporate hustle, this is your vibe.
The verdict
Good fit
This is a solid pick if you're a Home Science or Psychology grad who wants to work in child welfare, elder care, or community NGOs. The fee is low, the institute is legacy-strong (NAAC A++), and placements are deeply mission-aligned. Just remember: the starting salary trajectory is modest, so come here for impact, not a fat corporate paycheck.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Social impact careers
- ✓ Low fee burden
- ✓ Merit-based admission without entrance stress
- ✓ NAAC A++ legacy
Doesn't match
- ✗ High starting salary
- ✗ Corporate/private sector track
- ✗ Large peer cohort