SalemPeriyar University

Periyar University, Salem

Salem, Tamil NaduState UniversityEstd 1997
#101 For Overall By NIRF 2023  
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About Periyar University

Periyar University, established in 1997, has been accredited ‘A++’ grade by NAAC. It covers the areas of 4 districts namely Salem, Namakkal, Dharmapuri, and Krishnagiri. Periyar University is ranked #59 in the university category list by NIRF 2023. The university offers postgraduate and research programs under 29 different departments. It is also an affiliating university to 101 colleges in Tamil Nadu. Admission to the university is done based on marks secured in various entrance exams. For MBA and MCA, admissions are done on the basis of marks secured in TANCET. Admission to all other PG courses will be done based on marks secured in the graduation.

Periyar University Highlights 2024

Established | Type 1997 | State
Approved by UGC
Accredited by NAAC Grade ‘A++’
Courses offered PG and Doctoral
Admission Merit and Entrance-based
Application mode Online
Official website https://www.periyaruniversity.ac.in/

Periyar University Rankings 2024

  • The university is ranked #59 by the NIRF 2022 in the University rankings for Indian Universities.
  • The university is ranked #63 by the NIRF 2022 in the University rankings for Indian Universities.
  • Periyar University is ranked #83 in the ‘India Rankings 2020’ list by NIRF.
  • The university was ranked #97 by the NIRF in the Overall rankings for Indian Universities.
  • PU Salem is was ranked #40 by the Outlook-ICARE India among the “Top 75 Public State Universities” in 2019.

Periyar University Courses 2024

Tabulated below are the courses offered by the university in its campus under various departments: 

Course Name Specializations Eligibility
M.A Economics Graduate in B.A. in a relevant subject with 50% marks 
English
Sociology
Journalism & Mass Communication
History
MBA General Graduate in any discipline from any recognized university with 50% marks
Executive
M.Com - Graduate in B.Com
M.Sc Geology Graduate in B.Sc in a relevant discipline 
Statistics
Mathematics
Chemistry
Statistics
MCA - Graduate in any discipline with Mathematics as a subject at 10th, 12th and Graduation
M.Ed - Graduate in B.Ed/B.A. B.Ed/ B.El.Ed with 50% marks (45% marks for SC/ST)
B.Voc Food Science & Nutrition Intermediate graduate in any discipline (Vocational subjects preferred)
Textiles & Apparel Design

Apart from this, the university also offers research programs i.e. M.Phil and Ph.D. under Arts, Science, and Commerce. The basic eligibility criteria for these programs is a Master’s degree in relevant subject with 55% marks.

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Periyar University Admission 2024

Candidates seeking admission in the university must fulfill the eligibility criteria for the respective courses. One can visit the official website of the university to download the application form. Fill the form correctly with the required details, documents, photographs, and signature. Upload the form and make the payment using Debit card/Credit Card or Netbanking. However, the selection process for each course varies from each other. Listed below is a brief about the same: 

  • For MBA and MCA, admission will be done on the basis of marks secured in TANCET.
  • Admission to all other PG courses will be done on the basis of marks secured in the graduation.

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Periyar University Result 2024

Periyar University follows the semester system for all its courses viz. Odd and Even semester. The examination for odd semester takes place in the month of December/January and for even semester, it happens in the month of May/June. It declares the results of all its courses on its official website. Students can visit the ‘Results’ tab on its official website and enter their Registration Number along with Date of Birth. Click on ‘Show Results’ and the result will be displayed on the screen in the form of a PDF. Download the same for future references.

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Periyar University Placement 2024

The university has a dedicated placement cell that caters to the employment needs of the students. It provides training to the students and prepares them for the industry. Students have been placed in multinational companies, government departments, and the private sector. Students are given training in communication, interview skills, and general aptitude. 

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Periyar University Facilities

​Following are the facilities offered by the university to cater to the needs of the students as well as faculty members:

  • Library: The university has a total collection of 90,871 volumes of text and reference books on various disciplines, 167 periodicals, 16 online journals. 
  • Hostel: The university has 3 hostels namely Ladies Hostel separately hostel for PG and research scholars and a Gents Hostel. All rooms are equipped with basic and modern facilities to cater to students’ needs.
  • Bank: A branch of Canara Bank is available on campus to render services to the teachers, students, and the public.
  • Medical Centre: There is a health center on campus that functions on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Everyone from students to teaching and non-teaching staff can avail of medical consultation. 
  • Internet Centre: The lab has a total of 61 PCs used to provide to the students browsing and mailing needs. They can also keep themselves updated in the latest trend of the technical fields.

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Periyar University FAQs

Ques. How can I check the Periyar University Result?

Ans. Visit the official website and click on the ‘Results’ tab. Enter your Registration number and Date of Birth. The result will appear on the screen. Download the same for future references.

Ques. What is the mode of education in Periyar University?

Ans. The university offers admission through full-time courses under 29 different departments. Apart from this, students can also enroll in distance learning programs and correspondence courses.

Ques. How many colleges are under Periyar University?

Ans. A total of 101 colleges from four different districts are affiliated with the university and PG extension center at Dharmapuri.

Ques. How can I apply for revaluation in Periyar University?

Ans. Students can download the application form for Revaluation or Re-Totaling from the official website. Fill the application form along with a Demand Draft to ‘The Controller of Examination’ Periyar University, Salem – 636011. The application form should reach the office within 10 days after the publication of results.

Ques. What is the application fee for the Revaluation at Periyar University?

Ans. An amount of INR 300 is required for Revaluation and Transparency. For re-totaling, an amount of INR 250 should be paid in form of Demand Draft.

Ques. Does the university offer any scholarships to students?

Ans. The university offers a number of scholarships including the Government of India, Merit, Backward, Most Backward Class Scholarships, Scheduled Caste, and Scheduled Tribe scholarships are available for the students. Apart from this, a free education scheme has also been implemented to benefit the students coming from a poor economic background irrespective of caste enrolled in PG programs at the university. The selected students will be given tuition and hostel fee waiver. 

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Ques. What specializations are offered in Periyar University DDE MBA?

Ans. Specializations offered at Periyar University MBA program distance mode are as follows:

Ques. What is the exam fee structure at Periyar University?

Ans. The exam fee structure at Periyar University is as follows:

Course Theory Paper Practical Paper Project & Dissertation
UG Degree and Certificate INR 135 INR 180 INR 180
PG Degree INR 180 INR 270 INR 360
MBA INR 450 INR 315 INR 720
MCA and M.Sc (IT) INR 315 INR 350 INR 540
PG Diploma INR 225 INR 225 INR 270
BLIS INR 180 INR 270 -
MLIS INR 270 INR 270 -
UG Diploma INR 135 INR 180 INR 270

Ques. Can I submit my application form post last date?

Ans. Yes, only when the university allows. You will have to pay a penalty of INR 300 along with a late application form.

Ques. Do I need to submit any entrance exam scores for MBA admissions at Periyar University distance center?

Ans. MBA admissions at Periyar University Distance Education are based on MAT or TANCET exam scores. 

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Periyar University Fees & Eligibility

Full time Courses
CourseFeesEligibilityApplication DateAction
MBA
11 Courses
28,070 (1st Year Fees) Graduation with 50% + MAT10 June - 04 Jul 2024
M.Sc
35 Courses
8,365 - 28,070 (1st Year Fees) Graduation10 June 2024
MA
12 Courses
8,365 - 11,540 (1st Year Fees) Graduation-
M.Com
4 Courses
8,365 (1st Year Fees) Graduation10 June 2024
B.Voc
4 Courses
5,500 - 11,850 (1st Year Fees) 10+2-
M.Tech
1 Course
12,815 (1st Year Fees) Graduation + GATE10 June 2024
Diploma
13 Courses
3,930 - 21,500 (Total Fees) 10+2-
PG Diploma
12 Courses
17,875 (Total Fees) Graduation10 June - 04 Jul 2024
Certification
5 Courses
3,930 - 16,125 (Total Fees) 10nth-
Advanced Diploma
3 Courses
11,850 (1st Year Fees) 10+2-

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Periyar University Upcoming Application Dates 2024

Important Events

EventsDates
TANCET 2025 Registration Timeline
Tentative
Jan 10, 2025 - Feb 15, 2025
TANCET 2025 Admit Card Date
Tentative
Feb 21, 2025
TANCET 2025 Exam Date
Tentative
Mar 09, 2025
TANCET 2025 Result Date
Tentative
Mar 28, 2025

Important Events

EventsDates
TANCET 2025 Registration Timeline
Tentative
Jan 10, 2025 - Feb 15, 2025
TANCET 2025 Admit Card Date
Tentative
Feb 21, 2025
TANCET 2025 Exam Date
Tentative
Mar 09, 2025
TANCET 2025 Result Date
Tentative
Mar 28, 2025

Important Events

EventsDates
TANCET 2025 Registration Timeline
Tentative
Jan 10, 2025 - Feb 15, 2025
TANCET 2025 Admit Card Date
Tentative
Feb 21, 2025
TANCET 2025 Exam Date
Tentative
Mar 09, 2025
TANCET 2025 Result Date
Tentative
Mar 28, 2025

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Periyar University Cutoff 2024

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Periyar University, TANCET Cutoff 2023

Periyar University, TANCET Cutoff 2023 for BC Category is listed below. The overall cutoff marks for TANCET is 34

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Periyar University Rankings 2024

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Periyar University NIRF Ranking

#101out of 200 in India 2023
#19th in Tamil Nadu
NIRF

Periyar University NIRF Innovation Ranking

#11out of 312 in India 2023
#3rd in Tamil Nadu
National Institutional Ranking Framework Innovation

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Periyar University Faculty

Basic Information about the Faculty of Periyar University

director
Prof.Dr.R.Jagannathan
Professor & Head
Dr. K. Jayaraman
Department of Economics
Professor
Dr.A. Sarvanadurai
Department of Economics
Professor & Head
Dr. V. Sangeetha
Department of English
Assistant Professor
Mrs. K. Sindhu
Department of English
Assistant Professor
Dr. T. Palvannan
Department of Biochemistry
Assistant Professor
Dr. M. Suriyavathan
Department of Biochemistry
Professor & Head
Dr. K. Selvam
Department of Botany
Assistant Professor
Dr. S. Lalitha
Department of Botany
Professor
Dr. D. Janagam
Department of Economics
Assistant Professor
Dr. S. Snekha Sri
Department of English
Professor
Dr.J.Venkatachalam
Department of Psychology
Professor
Dr. V. Muthulakshmi
Department of Mathematics
Professor and Head
Dr. V. Raj
Department of Chemistry

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Periyar University, Periyar, Palkalai Nagar, Salem, Tamil Nadu 636011
Salem - 636011
Tamil Nadu, India
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