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Pondicherry University Admission 2024: Courses, Eligibility, Cutoff, Application Form, Last Date to Apply

Pondicherry, PuducherryCentral UniversityEstd 1985

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09 January, 2024: Pondicherry University is ranked #72 out of 100 for in India in 2019 by NIRF

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Pondicherry University offers around 65+ PG, PG Diploma Integrated PG and PhD programs. These programs are offered in the disciplines of Arts, Science, Commerce, Social Science, Management, Engineering & Technology etc. Pondicherry University admission to Integrated PG, PG Diploma and PG courses are based on the CUET exam scores followed by the counseling process. However, the university also accepts Scores obtained in the national level entrances such as CAT, GATE, UGC, NET, etc. Check Pondicherry University Courses and Fees

However, PhD admissions are based on the entrance exam and interview conducted by Pondicherry University. The university also offers fellowships ranging from INR 25,000 to 28,000 to its research Scholars based on their eligibility. The admission process for Pondicherry University courses is conducted solely online. Detailed information about Pondicherry University has been provided in the following article. The university also offers education at distance and online mode. Check Pondicherry University Distance Education.

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Pondicherry University Important Dates
Pondicherry University Integrated PG Admission 2023
Pondicherry University PG Admission 2023
Pondicherry University Ph.D. Admission 2023
Pondicherry University Application Process 2023
Pondicherry University FAQs

Pondicherry University Important Dates

Event	Dates
CUET UG 2023 Application Form Release Date	February 9, 2023
Last day for submission of CUET UG 2023 Application Form	March 30, 2023
CUET UG 2023 Application Form Correction Window	April 01 – April 03, 2023
Reopening of CUET UG 2023 Application Forms	April 9 – April 11, 2023
Release of CUET UG 2023 Admit Card	Second Week of May 2023
CUET UG 2023 Exam Date	May 21 – 31, 2023 Reserved date: June 1 –7, 2023
CUET PG 2023 Application Form Release Date	March 20, 2023
Last day for submission of CUET PG 2023 Application Form	May 05, 2023
Last date of successful transaction of fee	May 05, 2023
CUET PG 2023 Application Form Correction Window	May 06 – May 08, 2023
CUET PG 2023 Exam Date	June 1 – 10, 2023

Pondicherry University Integrated PG Admission 2023

Pondicherry University offers Integrated PG courses in the disciplines of Arts and Science. Pondicherry University Admission to Integrated PG programs are based on the CUET UG exam scores followed by the counseling process. The eligibility criteria and selection criteria for admission to Pondicherry University Integrated PG program has been tabulated below:

Courses	Eligibility Criteria	Selection Criteria
B.A + M.A	10+2 from a recognized board with at least 50% in the aggregate	Based of CUET UG scores
B.Sc + M.Sc	12th class with minimum 50% marks in the aggregate with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as compulsory subjects	Based of CUET UG scores

Pondicherry University PG Admission 2023

Pondicherry University offers PG programs in the disciplines of Arts, Science, Commerce, Social Science, Management, Engineering & Technology etc. Pondicherry University admission to PG courses are based on the CUET PG exam scores followed by the counseling process. However, the university also accepts Scores obtained in the national level entrances such as CAT, GATE, UGC, NET, etc.

Courses	Eligibility Criteria	Selection Criteria
M.C.A	Bachelor’s degree examination with at least 55% marks in the aggregate.	Based on CUET PG scores
M.A.	Bachelor’s degree examination with at least a score of 50% in the aggregate.	Based on CUET PG scores
M.Com.	Bachelor’s degree in the relevant stream with an aggregate of 50% marks	Based on CUET PG scores
M.Sc.	Bachelor degree (B.Sc) from a recognized University.	Based on CUET PG scores
M.Tech	Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in the relevant stream with at least 55%	Based on CUET PG scores
M.Ed.	Bachelor’s degree with an aggregate of 50% marks	Based on CUET PG scores
M.B.A.	Bachelor’s degree examination in the relevant stream with at least 55% marks in the aggregate.	Based on CUET PG scores
M.P.A	Bachelor’s degree with an aggregate of 50% marks	Based on CUET PG scores
M.S.W.	The candidate must have completed bachelor’s degree with an aggregate of 50% marks	Based on CUET PG scores

Pondicherry University Ph.D. Admission 2023

Courses	Eligibility Criteria	Selection Criteria
Ph.D.	Bachelor’s degree examination and must have scored at least 55% marks in the aggregate.	Based on the entrance exam and interview round conducted by the university.

How To Apply?

Candidates seeking admission to pondicherry University courses must follow these steps:

Visit the official website of the university
Register as a new user with an email id & password
Login with that username and password
Fill the application form carefully
Pay the application fees through online or offline mode
In case of online payment, candidates can pay via Credit card / Debit card / Net Banking. A confirmation mail will be sent to registered Email Id and SMS.
In case of offline payment, select Challan and follow the therein given instructions

Documents Required

10th and 12th Class Marksheet
Bachelor’s degree Marksheet
Colour Passport Size Photographs.
Caste Certificate for SC/ST category
Disability Certificate for PwD
Govt. Id proof of the applicant

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FAQ

Ques. How are candidates shortlisted for Ph.D. admissions at Pondicherry University?

Ans. Candidates at Pondicherry University are shortlisted on the basis of marks obtained by them in the entrance exam, personal interview, and academic records. Weightage given to each factor is as follows:

Entrance Exam - 70 %
Personal Interview & Academic Record - 30 %

Ques. What is the intake capacity for the MA program?

Ans. The intake capacity for the MA program at Pondicherry University is:

MA Program	Intake
Anthropology	45
Economics	78
English & Comparative Literature	125
French (Translation & Interpretation)	75
Hindi	32
History	60
Human Rights and Inclusive Policy	20
Mass Communication	60
Philosophy	39
Politics and International Relations	60
Political Science	50
Sanskrit	19
Sociology	50
South Asian Studies	50
Tamil	75
Women's Studies	20

Ques. Who are the top recruiters of MBA (TTM) at Pondicherry University?

Ans. The top recruiters of MBA (TTM) at Pondicherry University are Thomas Cook, Ease My Trip, Pickyourtrail, Infinity Solutions, FCM Travel Solutions, Ria Travels, International Travel House, Zenith Holidays, Easystay and Akshaya India, etc.

Ques. Does Pondicherry University award scholarships to students?

Ans. The university offers various fellowships/ scholarships to its students. Some of the popular scholarships offered at Pondicherry University include Junior Research Fellowship/Scholarship, Government of Puducherry Fellowship / Scholarship Merit and Merit-cum-Means Scholarship, Merit Scholarship, Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (MCM) etc.

Ques. Are there any seats reserved for the candidates from the Union Territory of Puducherry?

Ans. Yes, 25% of the seats are reserved for Puducherry Union territory candidates in courses such as

MBA (Tourism & Travel Management)
M.Sc. (Physics, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Computer Science, Applied Geology)
MA (Economics, Mass Communication, South Asian Studies)
Master of Library & Information Science, Master of Education Master of Social Work
M.Tech (Network & Information Security, Environmental Engineering & Management)
M.Sc (Applied Psychology, Electronic Media)
MCA and M.Com (Business Finance),

20% reservation is given for Pondicherry UT candidates in MBA (Business Administration) course.

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Pondicherry University Upcoming Application Dates 2025

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Events	Dates
CAT 2024 Result Date	Dec 26, 2024
CAT 2024 Exam Date	Nov 24, 2024
CAT 2024 Admit Card Date	Oct 25, 2024

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Pondicherry University, Pondicherry Fees & Eligibility

Course	Fees	Eligibility
MBA	₹74,718 (1st Year Fees)	Pass in Graduation + CAT
Ph.D	₹23,301 (1st Year Fees)	Post Graduation With 55%
M.sc	₹26,242 (1st Year Fees)	Graduation With 55% marks
M.Tech	₹26,242 (1st Year Fees)	Graduation + GATE
MA	₹20,742 (1st Year Fees)	Graduation with 50% of marks
L.L.M	₹29,842 (1st Year Fees)	L.L.B. with 50% + CLAT
B.Sc + M.Sc	₹25,901 (1st Year Fees)	10+2

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COURSE	ADMISSION LINK
B.Sc, BA, M.Com, M.Ed, M.Phil/Ph.D in Arts, M.Phil/Ph.D in Engineering, M.Phil/Ph.D in Management, M.Phil/Ph.D in Science, M.Sc, MBA/PGDM, ME/M.Tech, M.P.Ed,	Admission Link

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Pondicherry University: 1 Answered Question

How hard is it to get admission into Pondicherry University for an MSc in statistics?

Rhea VijM.Sc Statistics, Pondicherry University (2018)

Actually, it is quite the contrary. It is quite easy to convert to Pondicherry University even if you are a little serious about your studies.

The university conducts its own entrance test every year. You need to clear the test to get admission here.
For the test, you need to be moderately prepared (depending on the level of the student) and practice the last 4-5 years of the question paper. The level is easy
Most people aim for the IITs, IISc, and ISI Kolkata before joining this university if they do not get a chance there. You can get an idea of the level of the university.

The course is good with excellent faculty and a good study environment, more freedom and no academic or social pressures. So it would be a wise decision to join here if you do not get the top colleges.

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