In 1981, Madras University Distance Education was created, a superb Institute of Distance Education to aid students in achieving their academic objectives. It has served the field of distance education for more than 25 years. Currently, the IDE offers 20 PG programs under the CBCS Pattern, 16 Diplomas, and 12 Certificate Courses (all approved by the UGC with approval number F.1-6/2018(DEB-1), dated October 3, 2018).