Tamil Nadu Open University
The growth of the University during the past 14 years has been phenomenal. With a cumulative student strength of 5,29,263 in 113 Programmes of study across various disciplines and skills at different levels from Certificate to Post- Graduate that are imparted through 13 academic schools, 5 Support Divisions, 1 media Centre and a robust network of 607 Learner Support and Service Centres across the state.
The Tamil Nadu Open University is the first University in the state to have introduced the credit – based self – learning materials in print as early as 2003. While the round-the-year admission policy with examination schedules conveniently arranged on week –ends and the effective continuous assessment provision have sufficiently addressed the issue of quantity in the form of increasing higher education access, the University has been harnessing the advancements in ICT to continuously improve quality. The University has digitalized its learner support systems including admission, examination, material distribution, academic counseling, etc. So far, 1, 71,430 students have passed out of the University and the current enrolment (2015 – 2016) stands at 29,351 with male students accounting for 14,206. With the sanctioned teaching staff strength of 65 and non – teaching staff strength of 77, the University has been ably addressing the learning needs of all the students.
Courses and Fees
The open university has various departments.
1. School of Social Science
Sl no | Programme | Duration | Fee |
1 | M. A Sociology | 2 Years | 6,600/- (For Two Years) |
2 | M.A- Social Work | 2 Years | 8,800/- (For Two Years) |
3 | M.A Criminology and Criminal Justice Administration | 2 Years | 6,600/- (For Two Years) |
4 | M.A Anthropology | 2 Years | 6,600 /- (For Two Years) |
5 | M.A Gender Studies | 2 Years | 6,600 /- (For Two Years) |
6 | M.A Islamic Studies | 2 Years | 6,600 /- (For Two Years) |
7 | M.Com | 2 Years | 6,600 /- (For Two Years) |
8 | M.Sc Psychology | 2 Years | 8,800 /- (For Two Years) |
9 | M.Sc Counselling and Psychotherapy * Through PSCs | 2 Years | 19,000 /- (For Two Years) |
10 | M.Sc Counselling and Psychotherapy (Lateral Entry) | 2 Years | 9,500 /- (For Two Years) |
11 | B. A Sociology | 3 Years | 6,600 /- (For Three Years) |
12 | B.A Social Work | 3 Years | 6,600/- (For Three Years) |
13 | B.A Criminology and Criminal Justice Administration | 3 Years | 6,600/- (For Three Years) |
14 | B.A Islamic Studies | 3 Years | 6,150/- (For Three Years) |
15 | B.Sc Psychology | 3 Years | 9,900/- (For Three Years) |
16 | B.Com | 3 Years | 6,600/- (For Three Years) |
17 | B.Com (Bank Management) | 3 Years | 6,600/- (For Three Years) |
18 | B.Com (Corporate Secretaryship) | 3 Years | 6,600/- (For Three Years) |
19 | B.Com (Accounting and Finance) | 3 Years | 6,600/- (For Three Years) |
20 | B.Com (Computer Applications) | 3 Years | 9,900/- (For Three Years) |
21 | P.G Diploma in Psychological Counselling | 1 Year | 9,900/- (For One Year) |
22 | P.G Diploma in Guidance & Counselling | 1 Year | 5,300/- (For One Year) |
23 | P.G Diploma in Gerontology | 1 Year | 2,550/- (For One Year) |
24 | P.G Diploma in Child Rights and Child Protection | 1 Year | 2,550/- (For One Year) |
25 | P.G Diploma in Social Welfare Administration | 1 Year | 2,500/- (For One Year) |
26 | P.G Diploma in School Counseling | 1 Year | 5,000/- (For One Year) |
2. School of Humanities
Sl no | Programme | Duration | Fee |
1 | B.A English | 3 Years | 6,600/- (For Three Years) |
2 | B.A English and Communication | 3 Years | 6,600/- (For Three Years) |
3 | B.A Urdu | 3 Years | 6,600/- (For Three Years) |
4 | BPA in Drama and Theatre Studies | 4 Years | 26,000/- (For Four Years) |
5 | M.A English | 2 Years | 6,600/-(For Two Years) |
6 | M. A Comparative Literature | 2 Years | 6,600/- (For Two Years) |
7 | M.A Linguistics | 2 Years | 6,600/- (For Two Years) |
8 | M.A Translation Studies | 2 Years | 6,600/- (For Two Years) |
9 | Post Graduate Diploma in Spoken English (PGDSE ) | 1 Year | 3,300/-(For One Year) |
10 | Diploma in English Language Skills | 1 Year | 3,800/-(For One Year) |
11 | Diploma in Television Acting (DTA) | 1 Year | 15,800 /-(For One Year) |
12 | Diploma in Drama and Theatre Acting | 1 Year | 10,500 /-(For One Year) |
13 | Diploma in Film Acting | 1 Year | 21,000/- (For 1 Year) |
14 | Certificate of Proficiency in English | 3 Months | 1,000/- (For 3 Months)
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3. School of Computer Science
Sl no
|
Programme
|
Duration
|
Fee
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1
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Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA)
|
3 Years
|
25,200/- (For 3 Yrs)
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2
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Bachelor of Computer Application(Lateral Entry) (BCA – LE)
|
2 Years
|
15900/- (For 2 Yrs)
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3
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Bachelor of Computer Application (Simultaneous Registration): BCA(SE)
|
3 Years
|
12,200/- (For 3 Yrs)
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4
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Bachelor of Sciences (Computer Science): (B.Sc-CS)
|
3 Years
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29,700/- (For 3 Yrs)
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5
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Master of Computer Application: (MCA)
|
3 Years
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44,100/- (For 3 Yrs)
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6
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Master of Computer Application (Lateral Entry): (MCA-LE)
|
2 Years
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29,400/- (For 2 Yrs)
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7
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Master of Science in Computer
Science : M.Sc (CS)
|
2 Years
|
22,000/- (For 2 Yrs)
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8
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M.L.I.Sc
|
1 Year
|
5,000 /- (For 1 Year)
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9
|
PGDCA (Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications)
|
1Year
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9,500/- (For 1 Year)
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10
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PGDSM (Post Graduate Diploma in Software Quality Management)
|
1Year
|
9,500/- (For 1 Year)
|
11
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PGDIS (Post Graduate Diploma in Information Security)
|
1Year
|
9,500/- (For 1 Year)
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12
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PG Diploma in Library Automation and Networking
|
1 Year
|
5,000 /- (For 1 Year)
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13
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DDB ( Diploma in Databases)
|
1Year
|
5,280/- (For 1 Year)
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14
|
Diploma in Data Sciences and Big Data Analytics
|
1 year
|
10,000/- (For 1 Year)
|
15
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Diploma in Cloud Computing
|
1 Year
|
10,000/- (For 1 Year)
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16
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Vocational Diploma in DTP Operator
|
1 Year
|
4,200/- (For 1 Year)
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17
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Vocational Diploma in Computer Applications
|
1 Year
|
4,200/- (For 1 Year)
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18
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Vocational Diploma in Computer Hardware Servicing
|
1 Year
|
4,200/- (For 1 Year)
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4. School of Politics and Public Administration
S.No | Programmes | Duration | Fees |
1 | B.A Political Science | 3 Years | 6,600/- (For 3 Years) |
2 | B.A Public Administration | 3 Years | 6,600/- (For 3 Years) |
3 | B.A Human Rights | 3 Years | 6,600/- (For 3 Years) |
4 | B.Sc Geography | 3 Years | 6,600/- (For 3 Years) |
5 | M.A Political Science | 2 Years | 6,600/- (For 2 Years) |
6 | M.A Public Administration | 2 Years | 6,600/- (For 2 Years) |
7 | M.A International Relations | 2 Years | 6,600/- (For 2 Years) |
8 | M.A Development Administration | 2 Years | 6,600/- (For 2 Years) |
9 | M.A Police Administration | 2 Years | 6,600/- (For 2 Years) |
10 | M.A Human Rights | 2 Years | 6,600/- (For 2 Years) |
11 | M.Sc Geography | 2 Years | 6,600/- (For 2 Years) |
5. School of Management Studies
Sl no | Programme | Duration | Fee |
1 | MBA | 2 Years | 20,100 /- (For 2 Years) |
2 | MBA ( Logistics Management) | 2 Years | 24,000/- (For 2 Years) |
3 | MBA (Hospital Administration) Admission through PSC | 2 Years | 1,00,300/- (For 2 Years) |
4 | MBA (Shipping and Logistics Management) Admission through PSC | 2 Years | 60,000/- (For 2 Years) |
5 | BBA | 3 Years | 10,650/- (For 3 Years) |
6 | BBA (Computer Applications) | 3 Years | 11,700/- (For 3 Years) |
7 | BBA (Marketing Management) | 3 Years | 9,900/- (For 3 Years) |
8 | BBA (Retail Management) | 3 Years | 9,900/- (For 3 Years) |
9 | Post Graduate Diploma in Information Technology Management | 1 Year | 6,000/- (For 1 Year) |
10 | Post Graduate Diploma in Export Marketing | 1 Year | 15,300/- (For 1 Year) |
11 | Diploma in Management | 1 Year | 5,280/- (For 1 Year) |
12 | Diploma in Retail Management | 1 Year | 3,190/- (For 1 Year) |
13 | Diploma in Food Production (Off – Campus) | 1 Year | 25,300/- (For 1 Year) |
14 | Diploma in Food & Beverage Service (Off – Campus) | 1 Year | 15,300/- (For 1 Year) |
15 | Diploma in Bakery & Confectionary (Off Campus) | 1 Year | 25,300/- (For 1 Year) |
16 | Diploma in Customs Clearance and Forwarding | 1 Year | 6,750/- (For 1 Year) |
17 | B.Sc in Catering and Hotel Administration (Off – Campus) | 3 years | 45,800/- (For Ist Year) |
18 | Certificate in NGO Management | 6 Months | 1,500/- (For 6 Months) |
19 | Certificate in Customs Clearance Procedure and Practices | 6 Months | 3,600/- (For 6 Months) |
20 | Certificate in Liner Shipping and Freight Forwarding | 6 Months | 3,600/- (For 6 Months) |
6. School of Continuing Education
Sl no
|
Programme
|
Duration
|
Fee
|
1
|
B.A Economics
|
3 Years
|
6,600 /- (For 3 Years)
|
2
|
B.A Business Economics
|
3 Years
|
6,600 /- (For 3 Years)
|
3
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B.Sc. Apparel and Fashion Design
|
3 Years
|
24,600/- (For 3 Years)
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4
|
M.A. Economics
|
2 Years
|
6,600/- (For 2 Years)
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5
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M.Sc. Apparel and Fashion Design
|
2 Years
|
21,800/- (For 2 Years)
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6
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Vocational Diploma in Agricultural Marketing and Management
|
1 Year
|
4,200/- (For 1 Year)
|
7
|
Vocational Diploma in Bio Fertilizer and
Bio Control Agents Production Technology
|
1 Year
|
4,200 /- (For 1 Year)
|
8
|
Vocational Diploma in Commercial Cultivation of Flowers
|
1 Year
|
4,200 /- (For 1 Year)
|
9
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Vocational Diploma in Integrated Farming Systems
|
1 Year
|
4,200 /- (For 1 Year)
|
10
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Vocational Diploma in Mushroom Production
|
1 Year
|
4,200 /- (For 1 Year)
|
11
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Vocational Diploma in Nursery Techniques
|
1 Year
|
4,200 /- (For 1 Year)
|
12
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Vocational Diploma in Organic Farming
|
1 Year
|
4,200 /- (For 1 Year)
|
13
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Vocational Diploma in Kitchen and Terrace Garden Management
|
1 Year
|
4,200 /- (For 1 Year)
|
14
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Vocational Diploma in Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Production Technology
|
1 Year
|
4,200 /- (For 1 Year)
|
15
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Vocational Diploma in Seed Production of Agricultural Crops and Supply Chain Management
|
1 Year
|
4,200 /- (For 1 Year)
|
16
|
Vocational Diploma in Welding Technology
|
1 Year
|
4,200 /- (For 1 Year)
|
17
|
Vocational Diploma in Industrial Fitter
|
1 Year
|
4,200 /- (For 1 Year)
|
18
|
Vocational Diploma in Design Thinking
|
1 Year
|
7,200 /- (For 1 Year)
|
19
|
Vocational Diploma in Beautician
|
1 Year
|
7,200 /- (For 1 Year)
|
20
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Vocational Diploma in Fashion Design and Garments Making
|
1 Year
|
4,200 /- (For 1 Year)
|
21
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Vocational Diploma in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician
|
1 Year
|
4,200 /- (For 1 Year)
|
22
|
Vocational Diploma in Automotive Service Technician
|
1 Year
|
4,200 /- (For 1 Year)
|
23
|
Vocational Diploma in Plumbing
|
1 Year
|
4,200 /- (For 1 Year)
|
24
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Vocational Diploma in Fashion Boutique Designer
|
1 Year
|
7,200 /- (For 1 Year)
|
25
|
Vocational Diploma in Fire Safety
|
1 Year
|
10,000 /- (For 1 Year)
|
26
|
Vocational Diploma in Industrial Safety
|
1 Year
|
10,000 /- (For 1 Year)
|
27
|
Certificate in Yoga For Human Excellence
|
6 Months
|
550/- (For 6 Months)
|
7. School of Tamil and Cultural Studies
Sl no | Programme | Duration | Fee |
1 |
M.A. Tamil | 2 Years | 6,600/- (For Two Years) |
2 |
B.A.Tamil | 3 Years | 6,600/- (For Three Years) |
3 |
B.A. Functional Tamil | 3 Years | 6,600/- (For Three Years) |
4 |
B.Lit | 3 Years | 6,600/- (For Three Years) |
5 |
PG Diploma Tamil Research Methodology | 1 Year | 2000/- (For One Year) |
6 | Diploma in Media Art | 1 Year | 1,980/- (For One Year) |
7 | Diploma in Theatre Arts | 1 Year | 5,000/- (For One Year) |
8. School of Education
1 | B.Ed | 2 Year | 50,000/- (For Two Year) |
2 | Vocational Diploma Early Childhood Care and Education | 1 Year | 7,200/- (For One Year) |
9. School of Science
Sl no | Programme | Duration | Fee |
1 | B.Sc Mathematics | 3 Years | 9,900/- (For Three Years) |
2 | B.Sc Mathematics (with Computer Applications) | 3 Years | 9,900/- (For Three Years) |
3 | B.Sc Physics | 3 Years | 18,000 /- (For Three Years) (Lab Fees 3000 per year for IInd & IIIrd Year) |
4 | B.Sc Chemistry | 3 Years | 18,000 /- (For Three Years) (Lab Fees 3000 per year for IInd & IIIrd Year) |
5 | B.Sc Botany | 3 Years | 18,000 /- (For Three Years) (Lab Fees 3000 per year for IInd & IIIrd Year) |
6 | B.Sc Zoology | 3 Years | 18,000 /- (For Three Years) (Lab Fees 3000 per year for IInd & IIIrd Year) |
7 | M.Sc Mathematics | 2 Years | 6,600/- (For Two Years) |
8 | PG Diploma in Mathematics | 1 Year | 3,300/- (For One Year) |
9 | PG Diploma in Applied Mathematics | 1 Year | 3,300/- (For One Year) |
10 | Vocational Diploma in General Duty Assistant | 1 Year | 7,200/- (For One Year) |
11 | Vocational Diploma in Multi Cuisine Cook | 1 Year | 4,200/- (For One Year) |
12 | Vocational Diploma in Mechanic (Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation) | 1 Year | 4,200/- (For One Year) |
13 | Vocational Diploma in TV Repair Technician | 1 Year | 4,200/- (For One Year) |
14 | Vocational Diploma in Smart Phones Repair Technician | 1 Year | 4,200/- (For One Year) |
15 | Vocational Diploma in Acupressure Therapist | 1 Year | 8,800/- (For One Year) |
16 | Certificate Programme in Climate Change | 6 Months | 1,300/- (For Six Months) |
17 | Certificate Programme in Aqua Culture | 6 Months | 1,300/- (For Six Months) |
10. School of Journalism and New Media Studies
Sl no | Programme | Duration | Fee |
1 |
B.Sc (Visual Communication) | 3 Years | 36,900/- (For Three Years) |
2 |
B.Sc (Multimedia) | 3 Years | 1,11,300/- (For Three Years) |
3 |
Certificate in Community Radio Technology (CCRT) | 6 Months | 5600/- (For Six Months) |
11. School of History and Tourism Studies
Sl no | Programme | Duration | Fee |
1 | B.A History | 3 Years | 6,600/- (For Three Years) |
2 | B.A History and Heritage Management | 3 Years | 6,600/- (For Three Years) |
3 | B.A Tourism and Travel Studies | 3 Years | 7,500/- (For Three Years) |
4 | M.A History | 2 Years | 6,600/- (For Two Years) |
5 | M.A Tourism and Travel Studies | 2 Years | 6,600/-(For Two Years) |
6 | M.A Women Studies | 2 Years | 6,600/- (For Two Years) |
7 | Diploma in Archaeology and Epigraphy | 1 Year | 5,600/- (For 1 Year) |
8 | Diploma in Museology and Conservation | 1 Year | 5,600/- (For 1 Year) |
9 | Diploma in Wild Life Tourism | 1 Year | 7,500/- (For 1 Year) |
Admission
Application Form for Admission
Source: http://www.tnou.ac.in/admission-procedure/
The Application Forms together with the Prospectus are issued separately for the above two admission cycles. The applicants shall use the application for admission prescribed for the respective admission cycle only.
The Application Form with Prospectus can be obtained as follows:
♦ From the University Sales Counter on payment of Rs.100/- in cash per Application
♦ From the Study Centres on payment of Rs.100/- per Application
♦ From the Zonal Centres on payment of Rs.100/- per Application
♦ From the Deputy Registrar, MPDD, Tamil Nadu Open University, 577, Anna Salai, Saidapet, Chennai– 600 015 by post on payment of Rs.150/- by demand draft issued by any nationalized or scheduled bank drawn in favour of the Tamil Nadu Open University payable at Chennai. The Application Form along with the Prospectus will be sent by ordinary post only.
The Application Form once sold shall not be taken back and the cost of Application Form will not be refunded or adjusted towards any purpose
Note : Applicants who wish to enroll for a Diploma / Certificate Programme under the scheme of Dual Registration shall submit separate Application Forms.
Submission of Application Form
Before submitting the Application Form, applicants are asked to read carefully and thoroughly the Application Form, the OMR Application Form and the instructions for filling up the Application Form. Before filling in the Application Form, check your eligibility regarding minimum required age, educational qualification, experience, etc., for the Programmes applied for.
Copies of the certificates, photo of the applicant and the signature of the applicant should be attested by any one of the following categories of Officers :
a) Group A or Group B Officers of the Tamil Nadu Government / Government of India.
b) Members of the Syndicate, Academic Council and Boards of Studies of the Tamil Nadu Open University.
c) Teaching Staff / Non Teaching Staff (Assistant Registrar and above) of the Tamil Nadu Open University.
d) Prinicipals of Colleges/Headmasters / Headmistresses of Goverment/ Goverment Recognized Higher Secondary or High Schools.
e) Co-ordinators of respective Study Centres
Applicants possessing Degrees awarded by the Universities not recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) are not eligible for admission to the Programmes for which the minimum qualification prescribed is a Bachelor Degree.
Only those applicants who have passed the qualifying examination either under the 10+2+3 pattern of education or under the 11+1+3 pattern of education or 11+2+2 pattern of education or under the Open University system will be eligible for admission to the Programme for which the minimum qualification prescribed is a Bachelor’s Degree.
If the copies of the Certificates enclosed are in a language other than Tamil or English, a true version of the Certificates in Tamil or English duly certified by a person authorised to attest the Certificates must be enclosed.
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