CMI Siruseri Admission 2026

Chennai Mathematical Institute

Siruseri, Tamil Nadu · CMI Siruseri · Estd. 2006

UG Open PG Open PhD Open

CMI 2026-27 admissions at cmi.ac.in. Entrance typically held in May 2026. Updated: 2026-05-11

About Chennai Mathematical Institute

Chennai Mathematical Institute (CMI), established in 1989 as the SPIC Mathematical Institute and declared a Deemed-to-be University in 2006 under the UGC Act, is a unique private deemed university dedicated exclusively to mathematics, theoretical computer science, mathematical physics and data science. Located at Plot No H1, SIPCOT IT Park, Siruseri, CMI was founded by Prof. C.S. Seshadri. CMI is renowned globally for its rigorous undergraduate and research programmes in mathematics and is among the most selective universities in India.

CMI has departments of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Physics. Offers BSc (Honours) in Mathematics & Computer Science, Mathematics & Physics, Physics (with research integrated); MSc Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematical Physics; PhD in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics. CMI maintains close ties with TIFR Mumbai and IMSc Chennai. NAAC accredited.

Admissions through CMI Entrance Examination — written test (May) + interview (June). Olympiad medallists (IMO/INMO/INPhO/IOI/INOI) get direct admission. PhD through CMI PhD entrance + interview.

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Application fee: ₹1,000 (General) / ₹500 (Reserved) · Official site ↗

Entrance Exams

University-conducted entrance exam

CMI Entrance Examination

Conducted by Chennai Mathematical Institute

Admissions through CMI Entrance Examination — written test (May) + interview (June). Olympiad medallists (IMO/INMO/INPhO/IOI/INOI) get direct admission. PhD through CMI PhD entrance + interview.

Eligibility

BSc Hons (Maths/CS): Plus Two PCM 90%+ + CMI Entrance. MSc: bachelor in maths/CS/physics 70% + entrance. PhD: PG 60% + entrance + interview.

Important Dates

Event	Date	Stage	Portal	Status
CMI Application 2026	15 Feb 2026	—	cmi.ac.in	Upcoming
CMI Entrance 2026	20 May 2026	—	cmi.ac.in	Upcoming
CMI Interview + Admission 2026	25 Jun 2026	—	cmi.ac.in	Upcoming

How to Apply

Previous Year Cutoffs

Cutoffs will be published here once last year's data is verified.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for eligible candidates at this university.

CMI merit scholarships (full fellowships for many students), NBHM scholarships, Inspire Scholarship, NMRF Mathematical Research scholarships.

Reservations

Highly selective merit-based; SC 15%, ST 7.5%, OBC-NCL 27%, EWS 10%, PwBD 5% horizontal; Olympiad medallists supernumerary.

Results & Merit Lists

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission process at Chennai Mathematical Institute?

Chennai Mathematical Institute admits students primarily through CMI Entrance Examination. After the entrance exam result, candidates register on the university's CSAS (or equivalent) portal, fill college and programme preferences, and accept seats round-by-round.

What is the application fee at Chennai Mathematical Institute?

For 2026, the application fee is ₹1000 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹500 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

When does Chennai Mathematical Institute declare its cutoff?

Cutoffs at Chennai Mathematical Institute are released after each round of seat allotment. CSAS/portal-based universities typically publish round-wise allocation lists; merit-based universities release a single merit list. Watch the Important Dates section above for exact dates.

Does Chennai Mathematical Institute accept CMI Entrance Examination scores?

CMI Entrance Examination is the primary basis for admission at Chennai Mathematical Institute. See the Entrance Exams section for details on accepted exams.