# Justice Basheer Ahmed Sayeed College for Women

> Justice Basheer Ahmed Sayeed College for Women, formerly SIET College, is an autonomous institution affiliated to the University of Madras in Teynampet, Chennai. Established in 1955 under the Southern India Education Trust, it offers regular arts, science, commerce and postgraduate study through aided forenoon and self-financing afternoon sessions. Admission is for eligible women irrespective of religion or community.

- Canonical page: https://www.studentstraffic.com/university/justice-basheer-ahmed-sayeed-college-for-women
- Last reviewed: 2026-10-25
- Publisher: Students Traffic (https://www.studentstraffic.com/)

## Key facts

- Location: Chennai, [India](https://www.studentstraffic.com/countries/india)
- Type: Private
- Established: 1955
- Official website: https://www.jbascollege.edu.in/
- Published programmes on Students Traffic: 42

## Recognition and approvals

- University of Madras — autonomous aided affiliated college
- NAAC — fourth-cycle A++, CGPA 3.58; declared 29 March 2022
- Verify: [University of Madras own aided-college directory](https://www.unom.ac.in/index.php?route=colleges%2Faided)
- Verify: [NAAC own valid-institution register, 14 August 2025](https://naac.gov.in/images/docs/ACCREDITATION_STATUS/Institutions_accredited_by_NAAC_having_valid_accreditation-as_on_14082025_1.xlsx)

## Programmes

| Programme | Course | Duration | Medium | Fees |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [B.A. English — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-a-english-shift-1) | B.A. English | 3 years | English | ₹17,560 |
| [B.A. English — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-a-english-shift-2) | B.A. English | 3 years | English | ₹24,200 |
| [B.A. Historical Studies — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-a-historical-studies-shift-1) | B.A. History | 3 years | English | ₹12,060 |
| [B.Com. (Corporate Secretaryship) — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-com-corporate-secretaryship-shift-2) | B.Com | 3 years | English | ₹55,660 |
| [B.Com. (General) — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-com-general-shift-2) | B.Com | 3 years | English | ₹62,920 |
| [B.Com. (Accounting and Finance) — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-com-accounting-and-finance-shift-2) | B.Com | 3 years | English | ₹67,760 |
| [B.Com. (Honours) — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-com-honours-shift-2) | B.Com | 3 years | English | ₹65,340 |
| [B.Com. — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-com-shift-1) | B.Com | 3 years | English | ₹35,435 |
| [B.Com. (Information Systems Management) — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-com-information-systems-management-shift-2) | B.Com | 3 years | English | ₹40,000 |
| [B.Sc. Advanced Zoology and Biotechnology — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-sc-advanced-zoology-and-biotechnology-shift-1) | B.Sc. Biological Sciences | 3 years | English | ₹12,390 |
| [B.Sc. Plant Biology and Plant Biotechnology — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-sc-plant-biology-and-plant-biotechnology-shift-1) | B.Sc. Biological Sciences | 3 years | English | ₹12,390 |
| [B.Sc. Zoology — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-sc-zoology-shift-1) | B.Sc. Biological Sciences | 3 years | English | ₹12,390 |
| [B.Sc. Biochemistry — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-sc-biochemistry-shift-1) | B.Sc. Biological Sciences | 3 years | English | ₹12,450 |
| [B.Sc. Microbiology — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-sc-microbiology-shift-2) | B.Sc. Biological Sciences | 3 years | English | ₹38,720 |
| [B.Sc. Chemistry — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-sc-chemistry-shift-1) | B.Sc. Chemistry | 3 years | English | ₹12,450 |
| [B.Sc. Computer Science — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-sc-computer-science-shift-2) | B.Sc. Computer Science | 3 years | English | ₹72,600 |
| [B.Sc. Electronics with Artificial Intelligence — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-sc-electronics-with-artificial-intelligence-shift-2) | B.Sc. Electronics | 3 years | English | ₹38,720 |
| [B.Sc. Mathematics — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-sc-mathematics-shift-1) | B.Sc. Mathematics | 3 years | English | ₹12,390 |
| [B.Sc. Physics — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-sc-physics-shift-1) | B.Sc. Physics | 3 years | English | ₹12,450 |
| [B.Sc. Statistics — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-sc-statistics-shift-2) | B.Sc. Statistics | 3 years | English | ₹24,200 |
| [B.A. Corporate Economics — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-a-corporate-economics-shift-2) | Bachelor's Economics | 3 years | English | ₹24,200 |
| [B.A. Corporate Economics — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-a-corporate-economics-shift-1) | Bachelor's Economics | 3 years | English | ₹12,060 |
| [B.Sc. Interior Design and Decor — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-sc-interior-design-and-decor-shift-2) | Bachelor's Home Science | 3 years | English | ₹38,720 |
| [B.Sc. Home Science – Nutrition, F.S.M. and Dietetics — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-sc-home-science-nutrition-f-s-m-and-dietetics-shift-1) | Bachelor's Home Science | 3 years | English | ₹17,890 |
| [B.Sc. Home Science – Clinical Nutrition, F.S.M. and Dietetics — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-sc-home-science-clinical-nutrition-f-s-m-and-dietetics-shift-1) | Bachelor's Home Science | 3 years | English | ₹22,290 |
| [B.Sc. Home Science – Interior Design and Decor — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-sc-home-science-interior-design-and-decor-shift-1) | Bachelor's Home Science | 3 years | English | ₹17,890 |
| [B.A. Political Science — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-a-political-science-shift-1) | Bachelor's Political Science | 3 years | English | ₹12,060 |
| [B.Sc. Psychology — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-sc-psychology-shift-1) | Bachelor's Psychology | 3 years | English | ₹17,890 |
| [B.A. Tourism and Travel Management — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-b-a-tourism-and-travel-management-shift-2) | Bachelor's Tourism | 3 years | English | ₹24,200 |
| [M.A. English — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-m-a-english-shift-1) | M.A. English | 2 years | English | ₹500 (2026-27 (first year)) |
| [M.Com. — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-m-com-shift-1) | M.Com | 2 years | English | ₹750 (2026-27 (first year)) |
| [M.Com. (General) — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-m-com-general-shift-2) | M.Com | 2 years | English | ₹36,300 |
| [M.Com. (Corporate Secretaryship) — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-m-com-corporate-secretaryship-shift-2) | M.Com | 2 years | English | ₹23,100 |
| [M.Sc. Zoology — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-m-sc-zoology-shift-1) | M.Sc. Biological Sciences | 2 years | English | ₹750 (2026-27 (first year)) |
| [M.Sc. Applied Microbiology — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-m-sc-applied-microbiology-shift-2) | M.Sc. Biological Sciences | 2 years | English | ₹45,980 |
| [M.Sc. Computer Science — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-m-sc-computer-science-shift-2) | M.Sc. Computer Science | 2 years | English | ₹45,980 |
| [M.Sc. Mathematics — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-m-sc-mathematics-shift-2) | M.Sc. Mathematics | 2 years | English | ₹29,040 |
| [M.Sc. Physics — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-m-sc-physics-shift-2) | M.Sc. Physics | 2 years | English | ₹29,040 |
| [M.A. Corporate Economics — Shift II](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-m-a-corporate-economics-shift-2) | Master's Economics | 2 years | English | ₹29,040 |
| [M.Sc. Home Science – Child Development and Child Nutrition — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-m-sc-home-science-child-development-and-child-nutrition-shift-1) | Master's Home Science | 2 years | English | ₹1,000 (2026-27 (first year)) |
| [M.Sc. Home Science – Textile Science and Fashion Designing — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-m-sc-home-science-textile-science-and-fashion-designing-shift-1) | Master's Home Science | 2 years | English | ₹1,000 (2026-27 (first year)) |
| [M.Sc. Applied Psychology — Shift I](https://www.studentstraffic.com/jbas-m-sc-applied-psychology-shift-1) | Master's Psychology | 2 years | English | ₹1,000 (2026-27 (first year)) |

## Why students choose it

- Autonomous women’s education within University of Madras affiliation.
- Choice of aided forenoon and self-financing afternoon subject routes.
- Subject laboratories, library resources, outreach and programme projects.

## Things to consider

- Check exact award, shift and qualifying subjects or prior-degree conditions.
- Confirm the current class-start notice before arranging travel.
- Compare complete first-year charges and future-year fees separately.

## Best fit for

- Women meeting the precise programme admission qualification.
- Students planning regular campus attendance in central Chennai.
- Applicants comparing science, commerce, arts and related postgraduate study.

## Campus and city

The 13-acre Teynampet campus has academic buildings, science laboratories, a library, e-learning resources, an auditorium and seminar facilities. Students can participate in departmental associations, clubs, outreach and sports. Choose the exact programme and session carefully: the forenoon session runs 7:55am–12:55pm, while the afternoon session runs 1:05pm–5:30pm.

Teynampet places the college within central Chennai at K.B. Dasan Road. Plan travel around the chosen session and any laboratory, outreach or internship commitments outside normal hours. Check the current route, journey time and safe return arrangements before selecting accommodation; the degree offer does not include local transport or a place to stay.

Current curricula combine core study with allied subjects, electives and practical or project components appropriate to the award. Undergraduate programmes include outreach, while postgraduate programmes include outreach and internship requirements that may involve attendance outside campus. Science laboratories, the Central Instrumentation Centre and multidisciplinary research facilities support subject work.


## Hostel, food and safety

Applicants needing accommodation should obtain current advice on suitable options, location, vacancy, charges and residence rules before arranging a move to Chennai. Compare travel to the Teynampet campus with the exact session and any practical attendance requirements. Academic admission does not by itself reserve accommodation; rent, deposits, food and transport need a separate budget.

The college has an on-campus canteen serving students and staff. Ask about current opening hours, menu, prices and dietary or allergy requirements before planning daily meals. No full meal plan or particular cuisine is assumed to be included in academic fees. Students living away from home should budget for food and any cooking or canteen arrangements separately.

The institution lists anti-ragging, student-grievance, anti-discrimination and internal-complaints arrangements, with medical-officer and student-support resources. Obtain current emergency contacts, office hours and the procedure for seeking assistance during induction. Confirm transport and accommodation arrangements separately, particularly when activities or internships extend beyond the regular session.

The library provides access to books, journals, internet resources and institutional digital subscriptions, while the e-learning centre supports online academic resources. Departmental mentoring, student-welfare arrangements and the Career Guidance and Placement Centre support study and preparation. Confirm current access, disability support and applicable document or concession guidance through the college.


## Frequently asked questions

### Who can apply to JBAS?

Admission is for eligible women irrespective of religion, caste, creed or community. These entries describe the Indian regular route; overseas qualifications, programme eligibility and category fees need separate assessment.

### Which university is the college affiliated to?

JBAS is an autonomous institution affiliated to the University of Madras. Admission remains subject to the applicable university qualification and eligibility checks.

### How do the two shifts differ?

Shift I is the aided forenoon session, generally 7:55am–12:55pm. Shift II is the self-financing afternoon session, generally 1:05pm–5:30pm. Apply to the exact programme and shift and check any additional practical attendance.

### What is the teaching language?

English is the explicit medium for instruction, teaching and examination in the 2026–27 prospectuses. Undergraduate foundation-language papers retain their selected language subjects and related Tamil requirements.

### When does the next cohort start?

Confirm the exact current programme and shift notice for orientation and class commencement before travel. Selection, interview and payment dates follow the admission notification; a historic orientation date does not guarantee a future start.

### How do I compare fees?

Compare the exact programme and shift, including compulsory charges and any examination, recognition or eligibility fees. The published first-year amount does not guarantee unchanged fees for later years. Accommodation, meals and transport need separate planning.

### Is an omitted tuition column the same as free tuition?

No. Use only an expressly confirmed tuition amount and check all compulsory charges. The current undergraduate aided fee table gives itemised charges without separately identifying tuition; obtain clarification where needed.

### How do I apply?

Use the official college online route, choose the programme and shift, enter qualification results carefully and submit a separate form for each choice. Save the application and Unique Application Number, then follow the notified selection and interview instructions.

### What records are required at interview?

Prepare the qualifying mark records, Transfer Certificate and Conduct Certificate. Community, migration and University of Madras eligibility certificates apply where relevant. Postgraduate applicants need degree/provisional and undergraduate marks; use the exact current checklist.

### Do other-board or university qualifications need extra checks?

The University of Madras eligibility-certificate requirements apply to relevant other-board or university qualifications for the particular course. Do not assume that a general equivalence rule overrides the programme’s subjects or prior-degree conditions.

### What practical work should I expect?

Requirements vary by award. Current curricula include applicable laboratories, projects, outreach and postgraduate internships; some work can take place outside campus. Confirm the departmental schedule, supervision and any compulsory material or travel costs.

### Is accommodation or daily living included?

Academic admission does not reserve accommodation. Obtain current housing advice and compare location, charges and travel. The campus canteen provides a daily daily living option, but a full meal plan or particular dietary provision is not assumed.


## Sources

- [Current programme directory](https://www.jbascollege.edu.in/article/courses-offered.html) (checked 2026-10-25)
- [Current admission policy](https://www.jbascollege.edu.in/article/admission-policy.html) (checked 2026-10-25)
- [Current first-year fees](https://www.jbascollege.edu.in/article/fee-structure.html) (checked 2026-10-25)
- [Current 2026–27 prospectuses](https://www.jbascollege.edu.in/article/prospectus-2026-2027.html) (checked 2026-10-25)
- [University of Madras affiliation directory](https://www.unom.ac.in/index.php?route=colleges%2Faided) (checked 2026-10-25)
- [NAAC own valid-institution register](https://naac.gov.in/images/docs/ACCREDITATION_STATUS/Institutions_accredited_by_NAAC_having_valid_accreditation-as_on_14082025_1.xlsx) (checked 2026-10-25)

## Free counselling

Students Traffic offers free admission counselling for this university and its programmes.

- Contact: https://www.studentstraffic.com/contact
- WhatsApp: https://wa.me/919176162888
- Phone: +91 91761 62888
- Email: hello@studentstraffic.com