Mother Teresa Women’s University (MTWU), established in 1984 under Tamil Nadu Act 15, is a state university located in Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu, exclusively for women. Recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited with a ‘B’ grade by NAAC, MTWU is the only women’s university owned by the Tamil Nadu government. Named after Nobel Laureate Mother Teresa, who laid its foundation stone, MTWU focuses on women’s empowerment through education, offering a range of Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), Diploma, PG Diploma, M.Phil., and Ph.D. programs across disciplines like Arts, Science, Commerce, Management, and Education. Admissions for the 2025-26 academic year are primarily merit-based for most UG and PG courses, with entrance exams like TANCET (Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test) required for MBA and MCA, and university-specific entrance tests for B.Ed, M.Phil., and Ph.D. programs. The application process is available both online (via motherteresawomenuniv.ac.in) and offline, with fees ranging from INR 200–500. MTWU also offers distance education through its Directorate of Distance Education (DDE), established in 1988. Below are the details for MTWU admission 2025, including courses, eligibility, selection criteria, application process, and tentative dates.
Particulars | MTWU Admission Highlights 2025 |
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Courses Offered | UG, PG, Diploma, PG Diploma, M.Phil., Ph.D., Distance Education |
Popular Courses | B.A, B.Sc, B.Com, B.Ed, M.A, M.Sc, MBA, MCA, Ph.D. |
Admission Criteria | Merit-based for most UG/PG; Entrance-based for B.Ed, MBA, MCA, M.Phil., Ph.D. |
Entrance Exams Accepted | TANCET (MBA, MCA), university-specific tests (B.Ed, M.Phil., Ph.D.) |
Application Mode | Fee |
Official Website | https://www.motherteresawomenuniv.ac.in/ |
Event | Date |
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UG/PG Application Start Date | February 26, 2025 (Tentative) |
UG/PG Application Last Date | March 17, 2025 (Tentative) |
TANCET Exam Date (MBA, MCA) | March 22, 2025 (Tentative) |
University Entrance Exams (B.Ed, M.Phil., Ph.D.) | June 2025 (Tentative) |
Ph.D. Application Last Date | April 30, 2025 (Tentative) |
Merit List Release (UG/PG) | April–May 2025 (Tentative) |
Counseling/Seat Allotment | May–June 2025 (Tentative) |
B.A is a full-time 3-year program offered in specializations like Tamil, English, and History. Admission is merit-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | B.A |
Duration | 3 Years |
Specializations | Tamil, English, History, etc. |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 50% marks from a recognized board |
Selection Criteria | Merit in the qualifying examination |
Total Fees | INR 3,900–6,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies by specialization |
Application Fees | INR 200 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.motherteresawomenuniv.ac.in/ or offline |
B.Sc is a full-time 3-year program offered in specialisations like Mathematics, Physics, and Information Technology. Admission is merit-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | B.Sc |
Duration | 3 Years |
Specializations | Mathematics, Physics, Information Technology, etc. |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 50% marks in PCM/PCB from a recognized board |
Selection Criteria | Merit in the qualifying examination |
Total Fees | INR 5,000–10,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies by specialization |
Application Fees | INR 200 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.motherteresawomenuniv.ac.in/ or offline |
B.Com is a full-time 3-year program. Admission is merit-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | B.Com |
Duration | 3 Years |
Specializations | None |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 50% marks in Commerce or related subjects |
Selection Criteria | Merit in the qualifying examination |
Total Fees | INR 3,900–6,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies |
Application Fees | INR 200 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.motherteresawomenuniv.ac.in/ or offline |
BBA is a full-time 3-year program. Admission is merit-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | BBA |
Duration | 3 Years |
Specializations | None |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 50% marks from a recognized board |
Selection Criteria | Merit in the qualifying examination |
Total Fees | INR 5,000–8,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Limited |
Application Fees | INR 200 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.motherteresawomenuniv.ac.in/ or offline |
BCA is a full-time 3-year program. Admission is merit-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | BCA |
Duration | 3 Years |
Specializations | None |
Eligibility | 10+2 with 50% marks and Mathematics as a subject |
Selection Criteria | Merit in the qualifying examination |
Total Fees | INR 10,000–15,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Limited |
Application Fees | INR 200 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.motherteresawomenuniv.ac.in/ or offline |
B.Ed is a full-time 1-year program offered through the Women’s University College of Education, affiliated with MTWU. Admission is based on a university-conducted entrance test.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | B.Ed |
Duration | 1 Year |
Specializations | None |
Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks from a recognized university |
Selection Criteria | University entrance test + Counseling |
Total Fees | INR 10,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Limited |
Application Fees | INR 500 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.motherteresawomenuniv.ac.in/ or offline |
M.A is a full-time 2-year program offered in specializations like Women’s Studies, Tamil, and English. Admission is merit-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | M.A |
Duration | 2 Years |
Specializations | Women’s Studies, Tamil, English, Mass Communication, etc. |
Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks in relevant discipline |
Selection Criteria | Merit in the qualifying examination |
Total Fees | INR 3,900–12,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies by specialization |
Application Fees | INR 500 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.motherteresawomenuniv.ac.in/ or offline |
M.Sc is a full-time 2-year program offered in specializations like Biotechnology, Computer Science, and Physics. Admission is merit-based, except for Biotechnology, which may require a university entrance test.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | M.Sc |
Duration | 2 Years |
Specializations | Biotechnology, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, etc. |
Eligibility | B.Sc with 50% marks in relevant discipline |
Selection Criteria | Merit (Biotechnology: University entrance test, if applicable) |
Total Fees | INR 10,000–15,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies by specialization |
Application Fees | INR 500 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.motherteresawomenuniv.ac.in/ or offline |
MBA is a full-time 2-year program. Admission is based on TANCET, MAT, CAT, or XAT scores, followed by counseling.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | MBA |
Duration | 2 Years |
Specializations | General, Tourism |
Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks |
Selection Criteria | TANCET/MAT/CAT/XAT score + Counseling |
Total Fees | INR 20,000 per year (General), INR 7,900 per year (Tourism) (Approximate) |
Seats | 60–120 per specialization |
Application Fees | INR 500 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.motherteresawomenuniv.ac.in/ and register for TANCET/MAT/CAT/XAT |
MCA is a full-time 3-year program. Admission is based on TANCET scores, followed by counseling.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | MCA |
Duration | 3 Years |
Specializations | None |
Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks and Mathematics at 10+2 or degree level |
Selection Criteria | TANCET score + Counseling |
Total Fees | INR 30,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Limited |
Application Fees | INR 500 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.motherteresawomenuniv.ac.in/ and register for TANCET |
M.Phil. is a full-time 1-year program offered in various disciplines. Admission is based on a university-conducted entrance test and interview.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | M.Phil. |
Duration | 1 Year |
Specializations | Management, Biotechnology, Computer Science, etc. |
Eligibility | Master’s degree with 55% marks |
Selection Criteria | University entrance test + Interview |
Total Fees | INR 10,000–15,000 (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies by specialization |
Application Fees | INR 500 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.motherteresawomenuniv.ac.in/ or offline |
Ph.D. is a full-time 3–5-year program offered in various disciplines. Admission is based on a university-conducted entrance test and interview.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | Ph.D. |
Duration | 3–5 Years |
Specializations | Biotechnology, Computer Science, Women’s Studies, etc. |
Eligibility | Master’s degree with 55% marks |
Selection Criteria | University entrance test + Interview |
Total Fees | INR 15,000–25,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Varies by specialization |
Application Fees | INR 500 |
How to apply | Apply online at https://www.motherteresawomenuniv.ac.in/ or offline |
MTWU’s Directorate of Distance Education (DDE), established in 1988, offers UG (B.A, B.Com, BCA), PG (M.A, M.Com), PG Diploma, and Certificate courses. Admission is merit-based.
Particulars | Details |
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Course Name | Distance Education (B.A, B.Com, BCA, M.A, M.Com, PG Diploma, Certificate) |
Duration | 3 Years (UG), 2 Years (PG), 1 Year (Diploma/Certificate) |
Specializations | Various |
Eligibility | 10+2 for UG; Bachelor’s degree for PG |
Selection Criteria | Merit in the qualifying examination |
Total Fees | INR 3,000–8,000 per year (Approximate) |
Seats | Open enrollment |
Application Fees | INR 200 |
How to apply | Apply at respective DDE Study Centre or online at https://www.motherteresawomenuniv.ac.in/ |