Pondicherry University admissions for session 2025 is currently ongoing for different courses. The university accepts the admission based on CUET. Pondicherry University officially released its admission dates and academic events. The admission process commenced end at 08 Feb, 2025 for PG courses & June 20, 2025 for UG and other courses. Candidates can scroll down to get the Pondicherry University important dates in the table below:
Event | Dates |
Admission End Date | |
PG courses (CUET PG) | February 8, 2025 |
UG and other courses | June 20, 2025 |
Entrance Exam Dates | |
CUET PG | March 11-28, 2025 |
CUET UG | May 3rd week, 2025 |
Result Announcement | |
CUET PG Results | April 13, 2025 |
CUET UG Results | July 2nd week, 2025 |
Counseling Dates | |
PG courses | May/June 2025 |
Integrated PG courses | July 3rd week, 2025 |
Webinar on How to Publish with Oxford Journals - Pondicherry University is hosting a webinar titled 'How to Publish with Oxford Journals' on May 13, 2025. This session aims to guide researchers and students on the publication process with Oxford Journals, providing insights into best practices and tips for successful submissions.
Pre-Ph.D. Synopsis Seminar Notification for Mr. Soumyaranjan Khuntia - The Department of Physics at Pondicherry University is pleased to announce the Pre-Ph.D. Synopsis Seminar of Mr. Soumyaranjan Khuntia, scheduled for May 20, 2025. This seminar will provide an opportunity for Mr. Khuntia to present his research work and receive feedback from faculty and peers. All interested faculty and students are encouraged to attend.
Constitution of a Committee to Address Residents' Requirements - A committee has been constituted to address the requirements of residents, focusing on their needs and improving community services. This initiative aims to enhance the living experience and ensure that the concerns of residents are adequately represented and addressed.
Launch of One Nation One Subscription Access through QR Codes - Pondicherry University is pleased to announce the inauguration of the 'One Nation One Subscription' access system through QR codes. This initiative aims to enhance access to educational resources for students and faculty, promoting a more integrated and efficient learning environment. The launch event will take place on May 12, 2025, and is expected to significantly benefit the academic community by providing seamless access to various digital resources. (Event Date: 2025-05-12)
Constitution of a Security Reviewing Committee - Pondicherry University has constituted a Security Reviewing Committee aimed at revamping the security system on the University Campus. This initiative is part of the University’s commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all students, faculty, and staff. The committee will assess current security measures and recommend improvements to enhance campus safety.
Public Ph.D. Viva-Voce Presentation of Mr. N. Muthu Mohammed Naha - This is a notification regarding the public Ph.D. viva-voce presentation for Mr. N. Muthu Mohammed Naha, which is scheduled to take place on 16th May 2025. The presentation will be conducted under the supervision of Dr. Gadi Padmavati, Professor in the Department of Ocean Studies and Marine Biology.
Faculty Members Availability During NAAC Peer Team Visit - This notification informs all concerned parties about the availability of faculty members during the NAAC Peer Team visit scheduled for the upcoming evaluation. Faculty members are expected to be present and available for discussions and assessments as required by the NAAC team. This is a crucial period for the university, and faculty cooperation is essential to ensure a successful evaluation process.
Revised Schedule for Interaction with Mock NAAC Peer Team - The Co-Ordinator of the IQAC has announced a revised schedule for the interaction of teaching and non-teaching staff with the Mock NAAC Peer Team. This interaction is crucial for the preparation of the upcoming NAAC accreditation process. All staff members are requested to adhere to the new schedule and participate actively.
Cautious Driving Advisory Due to Road Relaying - Students are advised to drive cautiously on the university campus due to ongoing road relaying activities. This advisory is issued by the Engineering Wing to ensure the safety of all individuals on campus during this period of infrastructure work.
Review Meeting Scheduled with Deans & HoDs Regarding Mock NAAC Team Visit - A review meeting has been scheduled with all Deans, HoDs, and Centre Heads of the University to discuss the outcomes and feedback from the recent Mock NAAC team visit. This meeting aims to address any concerns and strategize for future improvements based on the team's observations.
Project Dissertation Viva-voce Examination Announcement for M.A Hindi (2023 Batch) - The Department of Hindi at Pondicherry University announces the Project Dissertation Viva-voce Examination for the candidates of the M.A Hindi 2023 batch. This examination is a crucial component of the academic evaluation process for the students. Further details regarding the schedule and procedures will be communicated by the Head of Department.
NAAC Visit Peer Team Instructions - This notification provides instructions regarding the upcoming NAAC Visit Peer Team Visit at Pondicherry University. All faculty and staff are advised to prepare necessary documentation and ensure compliance with the guidelines set forth by the NAAC. Further details can be found in the official circular issued by the Registrar's Secretariat.
Annual Day cum Graduation Day Celebrations – 2025 - Pondicherry University is pleased to announce the Annual Day cum Graduation Day Celebrations for the Day Care Centre & Pre-Primary School, scheduled for May 8, 2025. This event will celebrate the achievements of the students and mark their graduation. The event is organized by the Coordinator of the Day Care Centre & Pre-Primary School.
National Seminar on Indian Knowledge System - The Department of Sanskrit at Pondicherry University is organizing a National Seminar on the Indian Knowledge System. The seminar is scheduled to take place on May 8, 2025. This event aims to explore various aspects of the Indian Knowledge System and its relevance in contemporary society. All interested participants are encouraged to attend.
Annual Programme for Official Work of the Union in Hindi for 2025-26 - The Hindi Cell of Pondicherry University has announced the Annual Programme for transacting the Official Work of the Union in Hindi for the year 2025-26. This programme outlines the official activities and responsibilities that will be conducted in Hindi, promoting the use of the language in official communications and operations.
ANUBHUTI’25 – Hostel Day Cultural Program - Join us for the ANUBHUTI’25 Hostel Day Cultural Program, a vibrant celebration featuring various cultural performances and activities organized specifically for the hostel residents. This event aims to foster community spirit and showcase the talents of our students. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to engage with fellow students and enjoy a day filled with fun and entertainment.
Inaugural Function – Research Methodology Course for Research Scholars in Social Sciences - The inaugural function of the Research Methodology course designed for research scholars in the field of Social Sciences will take place on May 3. The event is organized by Dr. Prabakaran . G, Assistant Professor at the Centre for Study of Social Exclusion & Inclusive Policy, Pondicherry University.
New Guidelines for Admission of Indian/NRI/Foreign Students for Internship/Course Work - Pondicherry University has established new guidelines for the admission of Indian, NRI, and Foreign students into various departments or centres for the purpose of undertaking internship or course work. These guidelines aim to streamline the admission process and ensure a smooth experience for international students. For further details, please refer to the official circular issued by the Deputy Registrar of the Academic Section.
International Conference on 'Holistic Organisational Sustainability' Announcement - The Department of Management Studies at Pondicherry University is pleased to announce the upcoming International Conference on 'Holistic Organisational Sustainability: Integrating Knowledge Systems, Spirituality and ESG'. This conference will take place on November 21, 2025, and aims to explore various aspects of sustainability and its integration with knowledge systems and spirituality. The event is organized by Dr. B. Charumathi, Professor in the Department of Management Studies.
MoU Signing with Directorate of AYUSH, Department of Drugs Control, Puducherry - A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed between Pondicherry University and the Directorate of AYUSH, Department of Drugs Control, Puducherry. This collaboration aims to enhance research and development in the field of traditional medicine and promote educational initiatives related to AYUSH.
Cyber Awareness Workshop under Cyber Suraksha Program – Online Participation - An online Cyber Awareness Workshop is being conducted as part of the Cyber Suraksha Program. This initiative aims to enhance the understanding of cyber safety among participants. The workshop is organized by the Computer Centre of Pondicherry University.
Nominations Open for Youth in Parliament Event - Nominations for the event 'Youth in Parliament to Pay Homage to National Leaders on the Birth Anniversary of Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore' are now open. Interested students can fill out the registration form available at the provided link. This event is organized by the Dean of Students’ Welfare at Pondicherry University.
National Conference on Institutional Collaboration Held - A national conference on institutional collaboration was successfully conducted, focusing on enhancing cooperation among various educational institutions. The event aimed to foster partnerships and share best practices in education, research, and community engagement. Participants included representatives from multiple universities and colleges, who engaged in discussions on collaborative projects and initiatives that can benefit the academic community.
Notice Inviting Quotations for Labor Supply for NAAC Visit Preparations - The Head(i/c) of the Engineering Wing has issued a notice inviting quotations for the supply of laborers to replace worn-out sanitary fittings and carpentry fixtures in the academic buildings of Pondicherry University. This initiative is part of the preparations for the upcoming NAAC visit. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their quotations as per the guidelines provided in the notice. (Event Date: 2025-04-29)
Meeting with all Faculty Members - A meeting with all faculty members is scheduled for May 5, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. This meeting will be held at Pondicherry University. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss important academic and administrative matters relevant to the faculty.
Course Name | Apply Now | Fees | Short Eligibility |
M.B.A. (Master of Business Administration) | ₹16,000 - 2,40,000 | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, Minimum aggregate of 50%, Relaxation of 5% for reserved category candidates, Valid score in CAT, MAT, XAT, or CMAT | |
Diploma | 10+2 education from a recognized board or university, minimum aggregate score of 50% in qualifying exams | ||
M.Sc. (Master of Science) | ₹6,000 - 43,120 | Bachelor's degree in the relevant field, Minimum qualifying percentage as specified by the university, Minimum aggregate score as specified by the university | |
M.A. (Master of Arts) | ₹3,000 - 8,000 | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, Minimum aggregate score of 50% | |
M.Tech. (Master of Technology) | ₹8,000 - 46,084 | Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology or equivalent, Minimum aggregate score of 55% (50% for SC/ST candidates), Valid GATE score, Qualified for university's entrance examination, Sponsored project from recognized government organizations or industries. | |
Post Graduate Diploma | ₹6,000 - 20,000 | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, Minimum aggregate score of 50% for general category, Minimum aggregate score of 45% for reserved category, Qualified in the entrance examination conducted by the university, Valid score in national level entrance exams such as CAT, MAT, or XAT | |
M.Com. (Master of Commerce) | ₹12,000 | Bachelor's degree in Commerce or a related field, Minimum aggregate score of 50% in undergraduate program, 5% relaxation for reserved categories | |
M.C.A. (Master of Computer Applications) | ₹68,684 | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, Minimum 50% aggregate marks, Mathematics or Statistics studied at 10+2 level or higher, 5% relaxation for reserved categories | |
Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) | ₹23,660 - 49,256 | Master's degree in the relevant field, Minimum 55% aggregate marks, Relaxation of 5% for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/differently-abled categories, Qualify in university's entrance examination or national-level test (UGC-NET including JRF/CSIR-NET including JRF/SLET/GATE) | |
M.Ed. (Master of Education) | ₹12,000 | Bachelor's degree in Education (B.Ed.) or four-year integrated B.A. B.Ed./B.Sc. B.Ed./B.Com. B.Ed. degree with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks, 5% relaxation for reserved categories, B.Tech. or B.E. degree in any discipline with a minimum of 55% marks, two years of teaching experience. | |
M.Phil. (Master of Philosophy) | Postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline, Minimum aggregate score of 55%, Relaxation of 5% for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) | ||
LL.M. (Master of Law) | ₹12,000 | Bachelor's degree in Law (3 years/5 years), 50% minimum qualifying marks for General/OBC candidates, 45% minimum qualifying marks for SC/ST candidates, provisional degree certificate required for final year candidates. | |
Master of Social Work | ₹12,000 | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, Minimum 50% aggregate marks for general category, Minimum 45% aggregate marks for SC/ST/OBC categories | |
M.Lib. (Master of Library Sciences) | ₹12,000 | Bachelor's degree in Library and Information Science, Bachelor's degree in any discipline with a Diploma in Library Science, 50% minimum required percentage for general category, 45% minimum required percentage for SC/ST candidates | |
B.A. + M.A. | ₹30,000 | Higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent, Minimum aggregate score of 50% in qualifying examination, Relevant subjects studied in higher secondary education | |
B.Sc. + M.Sc. | ₹6,000 - 30,000 | 10+2 education from a recognized board, Science background, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects, Minimum aggregate score of 50% in qualifying examination | |
M.P.Ed. (Master of Physical Education) | ₹12,000 | Bachelor's degree in Physical Education (B.P.Ed.) or equivalent, Minimum aggregate score of 50% in undergraduate program | |
Master of Performing Arts - MPA | ₹12,000 | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, Minimum aggregate score of 50% in undergraduate studies, 5% relaxation for reserved categories | |
M.Sc. + Ph.D. | ₹8,000 | Bachelor's degree in the relevant field, Minimum aggregate score of 55%, Valid score in national-level entrance exams such as GATE or NET |
Pondicherry University offers various UG, PG and doctorate programmes in the fields of Science, Arts, Management, Commerce, Law, Education, Engineering and many more. Some of its popular PG programmes are MBA, MCA, M.Com, M.A., M.Sc, MSW, MTech, M.Ed, and M.P.Ed. Candidates can opt for these Pondicherry University courses when they have a minimum percentage of 50% in their qualifying examination along with a valid CUET score. The institute offers several undergraduate integrated courses, including B.A+M.A and B.Sc+M.Sc. Admission to all these courses is based on scores obtained in CUET UG. Candidates having a valid CUET score and a pass percentage in the qualifying examination will be selected for admission.
Generally, the process for Pondicherry University admission starts in the month of March every year. The admission session begins with the application process for CUET on the official website of NTA. The university accepts CUET-UG for admission to its PG-integrated courses. To appear for the entrance exam, students must have completed Class 12 with relevant subjects. Students must meet the basic eligibility criteria as well as the course requirements to gain admission to the institute.
Courses | Duration | Tuition Fees (Annual) | Eligibility |
BSc+MSc | 5 years | Rs 6,000 - Rs 30,000 | 10+2 with 50% marks + CUET UG |
BA+MA | 5 years | Rs 30000 | 10+2 with 50% marks + CUET UG |
MSc | 2 years | Rs 6,000 - Rs 43,120 | BSc with 50% marks + CUET PG |
PGD | 2 years | Rs 6,000 - Rs 12,000 | BSc with 50% marks + CUET PG |
MA | 2 years | Rs 3,000 - Rs 8,000 | BA with 50% marks + CUET PG |
M.Tech | 2 years | Rs 8,000 - Rs 43,120 | B.Tech. with 55% of marks + CUET PG |
MBA | 2 years | Rs 16,000 - Rs 2,40,000 | Bachelor’s degree with 50 % of marks + CUET PG |
LLM | 2 years | Rs 12,000 | LL.B. Degree with 50% of marks + CUET PG |
M.Com | 2 years | Rs 12,000 | B.Com. degree with 50% marks + CUET PG |
M.Ed | 2 years | Rs 12,000 | Bachelor’s degree with 50 % of marks + CUET PG |
Event | Tentative Date Range |
Release of Notification | February 2025 |
Registration Opens | 1st-2nd week of February 2025 |
Last Date to Apply Online | 2nd-3rd week of March 2025 |
Correction Window Opens | 1st week of April 2025 |
Admit Card Release | April/May 2025 |
CUET UG Exam Dates | May 15 to 24, 2025 |
Release of Answer Key | 4th week of June 2025 |
Declaration of Result | 3rd week of July 2025 |
Commencement of Counselling Sessions | Last week of July 2025 |
According to the Pondicherry University placement reports 2023, the median package offered to UG students was Rs 3.1 LPA while that for 2-year PG and 5-year PG Integrated students stood at Rs 6.5 LPA. A total of 8 students placed at IFFCO Tokio were offered a salary package of Rs 6 LPA during Pondicherry University placements for MBA.
Particulars | Statistics of Placement (2023) |
UG 3-year package | Rs 3.1 LPA |
PG 2-year package | Rs 6.5 LPA |
PG Integrated 5-year package | Rs 6.5 LPA |
UG 3-year students placed | 255 |
PG 2-year students placed | 1592 |
PG Integrated 5-year students placed | 78 |
Pondicherry University cutoff 2025 for various UG, PG, PG diploma and integrated programmes will be based on CUET conducted by the National Testing Agency. The cutoff for 2025 will be released on the official website - cuet.samarth.ac.in. Candidates must mandatorily meet the Pondicherry University cutoff to take part in the further stages of the counselling process. Meanwhile, candidates must also analyse the expected cutoff based on the previous year's data to get an idea of the current year's cutoff and their chances of securing a seat at the university.
Courses | Expected Cutoff Score 2025 |
M.Tech | 190 |
MA | 200 |
M.Sc | 201 |
MBA
MBA in International Business (Management)In 2024, Pondicherry University holds a significant position in various national and international rankings. According to the Centre for World University Rankings, it is ranked 1986 globally, placing it in the top 9.5% of universities worldwide. Nationally, it is ranked 65th in India. The QS World University Rankings have placed it within the 1201-1400 range out of 1498 institutions in India for 2024. These rankings reflect the reputation of the university.
Ranking Body | Category | Rank |
World University Rankings 2024 | Global | 1986 |
World University Rankings 2024 | Private Universities in India | 65 |
QS World University Rankings 2024 | Private Universities in India | 1201-1400 |
World University Rankings 2024 | Asia | 772 |
NIRF Ranking 2023 | Overall | 98 |
QS World University Rankings 2022 | Universities in India | 301-350 |
Pondicherry University scholarships are offered to all M.Sc Marine Biology and Disaster Management (Port Blair) students. Deserving students in PG degree programmes M.Sc/MA five year integrated programmes can apply for merit scholarships and merit-cum-means scholarships. All differently abled students receive a completely free education.
Dear student, Yes, CUET is necessary to join Pondicherry University for admission to a majority of integrated PG and PG courses. The following courses offered by Pondicherry University are offered through CUET: Integrated M.A. in History, Political Science, Sociology, and Social & Economic Administration and Law (SEAL) Integrated M.Sc. in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biotechnology M.A. in English, French, Hindi, German, and Tamil M.Sc. in Economics, Geography, History, Mathematics, Physics, and Psychology M.Phil. and Ph.D. in various disciplines
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