About Loyola College, Chennai
Loyola College, Chennai is a Jesuit-run Catholic minority college from 1925, autonomous since 1978 and NAAC A++, with 24 UG, 21 PG and 16 PhD programmes.
Loyola College was founded in 1925 by the Society of Jesus in Nungambakkam, Chennai, and is a Catholic minority institution. It became autonomous in 1978 and remains an affiliated college of the University of Madras, with grant-in-aid and self-financing streams on a 79.5-acre campus. The college reports 24 undergraduate, 21 postgraduate and 16 PhD programmes. UG options include BBA and several B.Com courses, while PG options include MA in History, Philosophy, Sociology and International Relations and M.Sc in Data Science, Biotechnology, Computer Science and Visual Communication. It was re-accredited by NAAC with an A++ grade in its fourth cycle in 2021.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Business Administration | Full-time | 3 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Commerce | Full-time | 3 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Arts | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Merit, Interview
Applications are made online through the Loyola College admission portal each year. UG selection is based on Class 12 marks and PG selection on undergraduate results, with tests or interviews for some programmes. PhD admission follows the research admission notified by the college.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Business Administration: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Commerce: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks and may ask for Mathematics or Accountancy
- Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Facilities
- Library
- Labs
Rankings and accreditation
Accreditation
- NAAC A++
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Other colleges in Chennai
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Madras Christian College
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Frequently asked questions
Is Loyola College Chennai autonomous?
Yes, it became autonomous in 1978 and is affiliated to the University of Madras.
What is its NAAC grade?
A++ in the fourth cycle of re-accreditation in 2021.
How do I apply?
Through the online admission portal at admission.loyolacollege.edu.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- Loyola College Chennai · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- About - Loyola College · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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