🎓 Welcome to the Department of Statistics

Welcome to the Department of Statistics at Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, the sole institution dedicated to the field of Statistics in the southern region of Tamil Nadu. Our department has been a proud part of the university since its inception in 1990.

We offer a range of academic programs to cater to diverse educational needs, including M.Sc., M.Phil., and Ph.D. programs in Statistics, available in both full-time and part-time formats. As part of the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS), we provide statistics courses to students from various disciplines.

Over the years, our department has achieved significant milestones and received recognition from national-level funding agencies. We are committed to advancing the field of statistics through rigorous research and quality education. Join us on a journey of statistical discovery and academic excellence.

🏆 Notable Achievements

• 💰 DST Funding (2019-2024): Received a substantial grant of Rs. 45 lakhs under the FIST Program from the Department of Science and Technology (DST), New Delhi.
• 🎖 INSPIRE Fellowship (2021): Awarded to Ms. Jenifer S.D., highlighting our commitment to nurturing young talent.
• 📜 UGC Recognition - SAP DRS-II (2016-2021): Recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under the Special Assistance Program (SAP) with a grant of Rs. 37 lakhs and one Project Fellow.
• 📜 UGC Recognition - SAP DRS-I (2010-2015): Received a Rs. 36 lakhs grant and one Project Fellow.
• 💰 DST Support (2005-2010): Secured Rs. 15 lakhs in funding from DST under the FIST Program.
• 🏅 UGC One-Time Grant: Dr. K. Senthamarai Kannan received a grant of Rs. 7 lakhs for exceptional Ph.D. supervision (2011-2012).
• 👨‍🏫 UGC ENCORE Scheme: Granted one Adjunct Faculty position by the UGC.
• 📊 Research Project Funding: Secured Rs. 37.46 lakhs for five Major Research Projects, each with a dedicated Project Fellow.
• 📅 Academic Events: Organized numerous Conferences, Seminars, Workshops, and Training Programs, including an International Conference and five National Conferences.
• 📘 Statistical Workshops: Conducts annual workshops for students across MS University Colleges to enhance their understanding and application of statistical methods.
• 📝 Research Output: Published 296 research papers in international and national journals.
• 📚 Books & Edited Volumes: Faculty members have authored eight books and published four Edited Volumes.