Ethiraj College for Women, located in the heart of Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is one of India’s premier autonomous colleges exclusively for women. Established in 1948 by visionary barrister Shri V.L. Ethiraj, the college is affiliated with the University of Madras and enjoys a reputation for academic excellence, empowerment of women, and holistic development. It is accredited with an “A++” grade by NAAC and is recognized by the UGC as a College with Potential for Excellence.
The institution offers undergraduate, postgraduate, M.Phil., and Ph.D. programs in Arts, Science, Commerce, and Management streams. With a sprawling campus in Egmore, Ethiraj College boasts state-of-the-art facilities including smart classrooms, fully equipped laboratories, libraries, hostels, auditoriums, and sports infrastructure. The college places a strong emphasis on value-based education, soft skill development, and community engagement, preparing students to become confident professionals and responsible citizens.
Highlights
Feature |
Details |
Full Name |
Ethiraj College for Women |
Location |
Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
Established Year |
1948 |
Approved By |
UGC, NAAC “A++” Accredited, Affiliated to Univ. of Madras |
Founder |
Shri V.L. Ethiraj |
Important Dates
Event |
Date |
Application Start Date |
April 2025 |
Last Date to Apply |
June 2025 |
Entrance Exams (For PG/Research) |
May – June 2025 |
Merit List Announcement |
June 2025 |
Admission & Counseling |
June – July 2025 |
Academic Session Begins |
July – August 2025 |
Refer to official notifications for exact dates.
Admission Procedure
Ethiraj College follows a merit-based and entrance-based admission process depending on the program.
Steps:
Scholarships
Scholarship Type |
Eligibility |
Government Scholarships |
SC/ST/OBC/Minorities with valid documentation |
Merit Scholarships |
90%+ marks in 12th or UG exams |
Ethiraj Trust Aid |
For financially weaker but meritorious students |
First Graduate Scholarship |
For students who are first graduates in their family |
Differently-abled Scholarship |
For students with certified disabilities |
Placements
Parameter |
Details |
Average Salary Package |
Rs 3 – Rs 4.5 LPA |
Highest Salary Package |
Rs 7.2 LPA (Banking, Consulting) |
Top Recruiters |
Deloitte, TCS, Cognizant, EY, Wipro, Infosys |
Internship Opportunities |
Available for final year UG/PG students |
Placement Training |
Communication, Aptitude, Mock Interviews, Soft Skills |
Ranked 16out of 120 in India 2020 ( Indiatoday Ranking)
Ranked 79out of 300 in India 2024 ( NIRF Ranking)
Ranked 28out of 110 in India 2021 ( Outlook Ranking)
Ranking Body |
Recognition |
NIRF Ranking |
Among Top 100 Colleges in India |
NAAC |
Accredited “A++” Grade |
India Today Rankings |
Consistently among top 10 Women’s Colleges |
UGC |
Recognized as College with Potential for Excellence |
Course | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility |
---|---|---|
B.Sc | ₹10K - 80K (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 |
B.Com | ₹76k (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 |
MBA | ₹1.17 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | Graduation with 50% + TANCET |
Ethiraj Road Saint Gobain Vetrotex India Limited Thousand Lights, 70, Ethiraj Salai, Egmore, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600008