For 2026 UG admissions, The American College Madurai continues a merit-driven selection based on HSC aggregates. Aided programs are likely to fill quickly, while self-financed streams may see slightly relaxed thresholds in later rounds. Category-wise relaxations follow Tamil Nadu norms, with OBC/BC receiving 3–5% easing and SC/ST maintaining a 40% minimum. General category last selected percentages are expected to rise modestly, e.g., B.Sc. Mathematics at 53–55% and B.A. English at 51–53%.
For PG admissions, 2026 cutoffs combine bachelor’s degree performance with entrance test results. M.Sc. programs follow a 50:50 weightage, MCA relies fully on TANCET, and M.Com remains merit-based. Minor increases of 1–2% in bachelor’s percentages and 2–3 percentile points in entrance exams are projected compared to 2025. Overall, general cutoffs show slight upward trends, while reserved categories benefit from standard relaxations and merit-based preferences.
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The American College UG cutoffs for 2026 continue to follow merit-based HSC aggregates, with aided programs filling faster and self-financed easing slightly in later rounds. Category-wise relaxations apply per Tamil Nadu norms, ensuring fair access across OBC/BC and SC/ST candidates.
| Branch | 2026 Expected Last % (General) | OBC/BC Expected % | SC/ST Min % |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.A. Tamil | 46-48% | 41.5-43.5% | 40% |
| B.A. English | 51-53% | 46.5-48.5% | 40% |
| B.A. Economics | 49-51% | 44.5-46.5% | 40% |
| B.Sc. Mathematics | 53-55% | 48.5-50.5% | 40% |
| B.Sc. Physics | 51-53% | 46.5-48.5% | 40% |
| B.Sc. Chemistry | 50-52% | 45.5-47.5% | 40% |
| B.Sc. Botany | 48-50% | 43.5-45.5% | 40% |
| B.Sc. Zoology | 48-50% | 43.5-45.5% | 40% |
| B.Com. | 46-48% | 41.5-43.5% | 40% |
| B.Com. CA | 49-51% | 44.5-46.5% | 40% |
| BCA (Self) | 46-52% | 41.5-47.5% | 40% |
The 2026 PG expected cutoffs combine bachelor’s degree minimums with entrance test performance. Slight hikes of 1–2% in bachelor’s percentages and 2–3 percentile points in TANCET/M.Sc. exams are projected from 2025, while M.Com remains merit-based and MCA relies fully on TANCET scores.
| Program | 2026 Expected Min (Bachelor's % + Entrance) | General Expected | OBC/BC | SC/ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.A. English | 41% / 61% + test rank | 42% + top 20% test | 40.5% | 40% |
| M.Sc. Mathematics | 41% + test (50:50) | 42% + 55th percentile | 40.5% | 40% |
| M.Sc. Chemistry | 41% + test | 42% + 50th percentile | 40.5% | 40% |
| M.Sc. Physics | 41% + test | 42% + 52nd percentile | 40.5% | 40% |
| M.Sc. Botany | 41% (merit) | 42% aggregate | 40.5% | 40% |
| M.Com | Pass + 1% edge | Commerce pass | Pass | Pass |
| MCA | TANCET ~90 marks / 50th percentile | 50th percentile | 48th | 45th |
The American College cutoff 2025 for UG aided B.A. Tamil requires HSC pass with English, minimum 45% aggregate in five subjects for general (40% SC/ST), as per eligibility norms, with Merit List 1 June 20 selecting top 70% of 500 apps for 50 seats. Branch-wise minimums from 2025 guidelines, actual selection higher per rank:
| Branch | General Min % (5 Subjects) | Reserved Min % (SC/ST) | Seats (Aided) | Subject Pref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.A. Tamil | 45 | 40 | 50 | English mandatory |
| B.A. English | 45 | 40 | 50 | English mandatory |
| B.A. Economics | 45 | 40 | 50 | Maths pref |
| B.Sc. Mathematics | 45 | 40 | 30 | Maths at HSC |
| B.Sc. Physics | 45 | 40 | 30 | Physics/Maths/Chemistry |
| B.Sc. Chemistry | 45 | 40 | 30 | Chemistry/Maths |
| B.Sc. Botany | 45 | 40 | 30 | Biology/Botany |
| B.Sc. Zoology | 45 | 40 | 30 | Biology/Zoology |
| B.Com. | 45 | 40 | 40 | Commerce academic/voc |
| B.Com. CA | 45 | 40 | 40 | Commerce pref |
The American College 2025 PG admissions required a minimum of 40% in the relevant bachelor’s degree along with entrance tests for most programs, with relaxed thresholds for SC/ST candidates. Seat allocation combined merit and entrance weightage, with preferences for specific majors like B.A./B.Sc. and vocational streams.
| Program | 2025 Actual Min (Bachelor's % + Entrance) | General Last Selected (List 1/2) | OBC/BC Expected % (Quota Ease) | SC/ST Min % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.A. English | 40% major / 60% Part II + test | 42% + 55th percentile / 40% + 50th | 40.5% + 52nd / 39% + 48th | 35% |
| M.A. Economics | 40% B.A. Economics major (merit only) | 41% aggregate / 39% | 40.5% / 39% | 35% |
| M.Sc. Mathematics | 40% B.Sc. Maths + test | 42% + 52nd percentile / 40% + 48th | 40.5% + 50th / 39% + 46th | 35% |
| M.Sc. Physics | 40% B.Sc. Physics + test | 43% + 55th percentile / 41% + 50th | 40.5% + 52nd / 39% + 48th | 35% |
| M.Sc. Chemistry | 40% B.Sc. Chemistry + test | 42% + 50th percentile / 40% + 46th | 40.5% + 48th / 39% + 44th | 35% |
| M.Sc. Botany | 40% B.Sc. Botany/Biology (merit only) | 41% aggregate / 39% | 40.5% / 39% | 35% |
| M.Com | Commerce degree pass (merit only) | Pass + 42% aggregate / Pass + 40% | Pass + 40.5% / Pass + 38% | Pass |
| MCA | TANCET pass (88.301 marks close) | ~50th percentile / 48th | 48th / 46th | 45th |
The American College OBC cutoff 2025 eases to 40.5% aggregate for BC/MBC in B.Sc. Computer Science self (Maths HSC), under 30% reservation, with List 1 prioritizing community cert holders for 20 of 50 seats. Category breakdown from 2025 norms:
| Category | Min % Adjustment | Example Branch (B.A. History) | Seats Reserved |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 45% | 45% HSC | 35% |
| OBC (BC/MBC) | -4.5% (40.5%) | 40.5% + community proof | 30% |
| SC | -5% (40%) | 40% + SC cert | 18% |
| ST | -5% (40%) | 40% + ST cert | 1% |
The American College round wise cutoff 2025 for UG aided B.A. French eased from 50% in List 1 to 42% in List 2 (June 25), filling 90% of 50 seats via online verification.
| Round | Example Cutoff % (B.Sc. Maths, General) | Seats Filled % |
|---|---|---|
| List 1 | 52% | 70% |
| List 2 | 48% | 20% |
| List 3 | 45% (min) | 10% |
The American College previous year cutoff 2024 for B.Sc. Chemistry aided closed at 47% in final list (vs 2025's 49%), with 85% fill rate for 30 seats under 45% min.
| Year/Branch | 2024 Last % (General) | 2025 Last % (General) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.A. Economics | 46% | 48% | +2% |
| B.Sc. Physics | 50% | 52% | +2% |
| B.Com. | 45% | 47% | +2% |
| M.Sc. Maths | 42% (post-entrance) | 44% | +2% |
| Course Name | Fees | Eligibility |
| M.B.A. (Master of Business Administration) | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, Minimum aggregate of 50%, Valid score in national-level management entrance exams (CAT, MAT, XAT) | |
| B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science) | ₹2,028 - 71,205 | Higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics as compulsory subjects, minimum aggregate score of 50% in these subjects |
| B.A. (Bachelor of Arts) | ₹23,955 - 37,205 | Higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent, Relevant subjects studied at the intermediate level, Minimum percentage requirement set by the college |
| B.B.A. (Bachelor of Business Administration) | ₹40,205 | Higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent, studied Commerce, Accountancy, or Business Mathematics, minimum aggregate score of 50% in qualifying examination. |
| B.C.A. (Bachelor of Computer Applications) | ₹41,705 | Higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent, Minimum aggregate of 50% marks, English as a compulsory subject |
| B.Com. (Bachelor of Commerce) | ₹42,705 - 44,705 | Higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent, studied Commerce as one of the main subjects, minimum aggregate score of 50% in qualifying examination |
| Diploma | Higher secondary education or equivalent, Minimum aggregate score of 50% in qualifying exams, Relevant subjects studied in previous education | |
| M.Sc. (Master of Science) | ₹31,755 - 41,755 | Bachelor's degree in the relevant field, minimum aggregate score of 50% in undergraduate program |
| M.A. (Master of Arts) | ₹32,005 - 39,755 | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, Minimum aggregate score of 50%, Clear college's entrance examination or equivalent national-level entrance test |
| M.Com. (Master of Commerce) | ₹38,755 | Bachelor's degree in Commerce or a related field, Minimum aggregate score of 50% in undergraduate studies, Relevant work experience or completed additional courses in commerce |
| M.C.A. (Master of Computer Applications) | ₹35,000 | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, Mathematics studied in undergraduate course or 10+2 level, Minimum aggregate of 50% marks, 5% relaxation for reserved categories |
| Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) | Master's degree in a relevant field, Minimum of 55% or equivalent grade in postgraduate studies | |
| M.Phil. (Master of Philosophy) | Postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline, Minimum aggregate score of 55%, Qualified in a national-level entrance examination (UGC NET or CSIR NET), Submission of a research proposal. | |
| B.Voc. (Bachelor of Vocation) | Higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent, Minimum aggregate score (varies by specialization), Relevant subjects studied during higher secondary education |
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