Pondicherry University

Pondicherry University is currently accepting applications for all courses. The university provides a range of integrated PG, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes across various fields, including Science, Arts, Management, Commerce, and Law, among others. These programmes are offered through its 57 departments. Admission to most UG and PG courses at Pondicherry University is contingent upon the CUET UG and CUET PG exams.

Additionally, Pondicherry University has conducted the NCET exam for admission to its four-year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP) BA-B.Ed and Integrated BSc-B.Ed courses. Interested candidates can apply for these exams and subsequently apply to the university with a valid score. The university also offers a unique initiative called the Study in India Programme (SIP) for international students, which includes both semester and short-term programmes tailored to the needs of foreign universities. For more information regarding Pondicherry University admission, course-wise eligibility, selection criteria, fees, seat intake, and the admission process:

Pondicherry University Admission 2025: Highlights

Pondicherry University grants admission to UG and PG courses based on entrance exam scores. All courses are available in regular mode. The key highlights of Pondicherry University Admissions 2025 are outlined in the table below:

Particulars	Pondicherry University Admission 2025 Highlights
Mode of study	Regular, Full-time
Courses offered	45 courses offered
Admission 2025 status	Open through CUET
Level of courses offered	Undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, integrated
Popular Courses	MSc, MBA, MA

Pondicherry University Admission 2025: Eligibility & Selection

Pondicherry University admission is available for courses through CUET. Candidates aspiring to enroll in the flagship MBA programme must verify their eligibility and take the CUET PG entrance exam. The NTA has published the CUET PG 2025 results on its official website for Pondicherry University MBA admission 2025.

Applicants seeking admission to Pondicherry University courses must fulfill the eligibility criteria for their chosen programmes and participate in the selection process established by the university. The basic eligibility for all UG and PG courses is completion of class 12 and graduation, respectively, with selection for most UG and PG courses based on CUET. Interested candidates can refer to the table below for popular Pondicherry University courses along with their eligibility and selection:

Course Name	Eligibility	Selection
MBA	UG degree with 50% aggregate	CUET PG
MCA	UG degree in Computer Applications/ CS/ IT OR any other UG degree with Maths/ Statistics/ Commerce/ Business subjects with a minimum of 55% marks from a recognised university	CUET PG
MTech	Relevant BE/ BTech degree with 55% aggregate	CUET PG
PhD	A relevant PG degree with at least 55% aggregate	University-level entrance test

To explore the admission process for other Pondicherry University courses, please select your course here.

*The information provided above is sourced from official sources. Additionally, the BEd programme is not available on the Pondicherry University campus but is offered at affiliated colleges.

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Pondicherry University Fees: Affordability and ROI

The fee structure for Pondicherry University courses includes various components such as admission fees, tuition fees, and caution deposits. Some of these fees are paid only once during the entire course duration, while others are paid annually or per semester.

Affordability is a significant factor influencing students' decisions to pursue a degree or attend a college. The availability of scholarships and education loans has made higher education more accessible. However, the eligibility criteria for student loans or scholarships can often pose challenges. Interested candidates can review Pondicherry University's ROI in the table below, which includes fees and average packages:

Course Name	Tuition Fee (Investment)	Average Package (Return)
M.E./M.Tech	INR 12,000	INR 2.6 lakh- INR 4.6 lakh
MBA/PGDM	INR 32,000 - INR 240,000	INR 2.6 lakh- INR 4.3 lakh
B.Sc.	INR 30,000 - INR 60,000	INR 30,000 - INR 4.3 lakh
M.Sc.	INR 12,000	INR 1.8 lakh- INR 6 lakh
BCA	INR 56,250	INR 30,000 - INR 2.5 lakh
B.Com	INR 22,500 - INR 52,500	INR 30,000 - INR 3.3 lakh
B.A.	INR 22,500 - INR 30,000	INR 30,000 - INR 4.3 lakh

Note: This information is sourced from the official website/sanctioning body and is subject to change.

Pondicherry University Seats 2025

Seat allocation for various UG and PG courses at Pondicherry University is conducted through CUET counselling. The total seat intake at Pondicherry University includes seats at affiliated colleges. Interested candidates can refer to the table below for the seat intake at Pondicherry University:

Course Name	Seat Intake
M.E./M.Tech	1092
MBA/PGDM	1339
B.Sc.	4066
M.Sc.	2049
BCA	337
B.Com	2125
B.A.	3675

Note: This information is sourced from the official website/sanctioning body and is subject to change.

Steps for Pondicherry University Admission Process 2025

Pondicherry University has conducted the NCET exam for admission to its four-year Integrated programmes such as BA-B.Ed and Integrated BSc-B.Ed courses. Interested students can apply for these exams and then apply to the university with a valid score. Furthermore, for UG and PG courses, the university offers admission based on CUET-UG and CUET-PG. The admission process for various UG and PG courses at Pondicherry University consists of four main steps. Find them outlined below:

Step 1: Register for Pondicherry University UG Counselling via CUET UG

• 1.1: Appear for the CUET exam.
• 1.2: CUET UG result declaration.
• 1.3: Online registration for counselling on Pondicherry University's official website. Candidates are required to pay the application fees, which are: INR 250 for General, EWS & OBC NCL category students and INR 150 for SC/ST candidates. For each additional subject, General, EWS & OBC NCL category students need to pay INR 100, while all SC/ST candidates are required to pay INR 50. There is no application fee for PwD and Transgender candidates.
• 1.4: Certificate and document verification.

Step 2: Merit List Release and Document Verification upon Selection: The merit list will be displayed on Pondicherry University's official website.

Step 3: Confirmation of Admission: To confirm their admission, students can make the necessary fee payments to secure their seat.

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