Directorate of Distance Education, Alagappa University

Admission notification to academic programmes at Directorate of Distance Education Alagappa University is normally notified in the month of March/April every year in the University website, Department Notice Boards as well as through Newspapers. Candidates can apply by online process through University website only. The time period of intimation will vary for each academic year and it is solely done by the University. Provisionally selected candidates will be intimated by email and also made available in candidate login. All selections are provision only, until fulfillment of all eligibility and other requirements. On receipt of admission intimation, candidates shall join the programme with submission of their original certificates. 

Yes, Directorate of Distance Education Alagappa University degree is valid. Alagappa University is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi and obtained 2 (f) and 12 (B) status to receive UGC and central government grants. The university has obtained A+ Grade with CGPA of 3.64 grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). Alagappa University is the first State University in Tamil Nadu to obtain the coveted A+ grade. It has a Category–1 status and Autonomy status by the MHRD-UGC. The university has secured 20th position in QS India Ranking, 104th position in QS BRICS Ranking and 216th position in QS Asia Ranking 2019.

Alagappa University offers a full-time two-year MSc programme in different disciplines. Admission to MSc (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics & Microbiology) programmes is done based on the entrance exam (50% weightage) and marks obtained in the qualifying examination (50% weightage) whereas admission to the MSc (Biotechnology) course is done based on the entrance test and interview marks. Admission to the remaining MSc programmes is done based on marks obtained in the qualifying examination only. Candidate should have completed Graduate/Bachelors degree (10+2+3 or 10+2+4) or equivalent in Computer Science / Computer Applications / Mathematics / other relevant stream from a recognised university to be eligible.

Alagappa University MBA course is offered through the Alagappa Institute of Management. The PG-level programme is offered in six specialisations apart from MBA (general), including Logistics Management, International Business, Tourism Management, etc. The total tuition fee for the course ranges between INR 5,500 and INR 8.8 lakh. Candidates can take the entrance exam conducted by the university to be eligible for admission. Alagappa University MBA (General) course is structured around a Choice Based Credit System (CBCS). The university also offers online MBA courses. After the final selection, aspirants need to pay the Alagappa University MBA fee for seat confirmation. 

Directorate of Distance Education Alagappa University offers admission to B.Com programme. The university has drawn the eligibility criteria to be 10+2 or its equivalent from any recognised institution. The candidates who have passed a three-year Diploma are also eligible. No particular entrance exams are mentioned by the university for the admission to B.Com programme at Directorate of Distance Education Alagappa University. Interested candidates can apply directly to the university or through any one of the approved learning centers. The application process is carried out through online mode only. Students can check the official website of the university to know more about the admission process. 

The Directorate of Distance Education was established in the Alagappa University during the year 1992. The Directorate offers Under Graduate and Post Graduate Programmes in the disciplines of Arts, Science, Education and Management. There are two sessions of admission every year, July session (from 1st July to 31st August) and the January session (from 1st January to 28th February). Admission to PG programmes ONLINE portal closed on 31.03.2024. The information regarding the application process for the September session has been announced in the official website of the university. The last date for application for the September session is September 30, 2024.