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 on the basis of 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 on the basis of marks secured in the graduation.

Periyar University Important Dates 2023

Event Dates
Commencement of TANCET 2023 Registration (MBA/MCA) February 1, 2023
Last Date of TANCET PG 2023 Registration (MBA/MCA) February 28, 2023
TANCET 2023 Exam Date (MBA/MCA) March 25, 2023
TANCET/CEETA PG 2023 Result Release Date (MBA/MCA) April 14, 2023
TANCET/CEETA PG 2023 Scorecard Release Date  (MBA/MCA) April 22, 2023
Last date to download TANCET/CEETA PG 2023 Scorecard  (MBA/MCA) May 20, 2023
Issue of Notification (MCA / MBA) June 01, 2023
Commencement of Online Registration, filling of Applications and Certificate Uploading (MCA / MBA) June 01, 2023
Last date for Registration of Online Applications and Certificate Uploading (MCA / MBA) June 25, 2023
Publication of Rank List (MCA / MBA) July 14, 2023
Grievances Redressal (MCA / MBA) July 15, 2023 - July 18, 2023
Counselling for Special Reservation categories ( Differently Abled) In-person Mode at GCT, Coimbatore (MCA / MBA) July 21, 2023
Commencement of Choice filling and Payment for MCA Counselling July 23, 2023 - July 25, 2023
Publication of MCA Allotment List July 26, 2023
Last date for Confirmation of Allotment July 27, 2023
Publication of MCA Provisional allotment July 28, 2023
Commencement of Choice filling and Payment for MBA Counselling July 29, 2023 - Aug 01, 2023
Publication of MBA Allotment List  Aug 02, 2023
Last date for Confirmation of Allotment  Aug 03, 2023
Publication of MBA Provisional allotment  Aug 04, 2023
Supplementary Counselling (MCA) In-person Mode at GCT, Coimbatore  Aug 07, 2023
Supplementary Counselling (MBA) In-person Mode at GCT, Coimbatore  Aug 08, 2023
SCA to SC Counselling (MCA / MBA) In-person Mode at GCT, Coimbatore  Aug 10, 2023
End of Counselling  Aug 10, 2023

Periyar University Highlights

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

  • 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

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

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 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

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

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.