Queen Mary's College
About
OfficialAutonomous women's college in Chennai established in 1914, ranked 62nd nationally with NAAC A+ accreditation.
- Established 1914; celebrated centenary in 2014
- Autonomous institution affiliated to University of Madras
- NAAC accredited with A+ Grade; ranked 62nd in NIRF 2025
- Offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs across arts and sciences
- Active research with Ph.D. programs across multiple departments
- Strong sports and cultural programs; multiple intercollegiate tournament wins
Academics
Queen Mary's College is an autonomous institution offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs affiliated to the University of Madras. The college maintains multiple academic departments including English, History, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Economics, Geography, Computer Science, Computer Applications, Corporate Secretaryship, Home Science, Music, Tamil, and Physical Education. The institution supports Ph.D. research across several departments, with regular viva-voce examinations conducted throughout the academic year.
Campus & Infrastructure
The college features a renovated playground and recently inaugurated conference hall. Infrastructure includes hi-tech computer laboratories, with recent contributions supporting the establishment of new facilities. The campus hosts sports facilities and maintains active cultural spaces for student engagement and departmental activities.
Admissions
Undergraduate admissions for 2026-2027 follow a merit-based provisional rank list system. The college conducts separate admission counselling for general quota, special quota (scheduled on 5th June 2026), and sports quota (scheduled on 6th June 2026). Postgraduate admissions are also available across various departments.
Placements & Outcomes
The college maintains an active placement cell conducting regular placement drives for final year undergraduate and postgraduate students. Students have demonstrated excellence in competitive examinations, with national topper award winners honored by the Tamil Nadu Government. The institution tracks student outcomes through convocation ceremonies and maintains engagement with alumni through the Staff and Old Students Association (SOSA).
Recognition & Rankings
Queen Mary's College holds NAAC accreditation with A+ Grade and secured the 62nd rank in NIRF India Rankings 2025. The college received the News 18 Katral Award 2025 for Best Arts College for Women, reflecting its academic excellence and institutional quality.