Integrated M.Sc. in Environmental Science 

at Periyar University, Salem

Students can only pursue BSc at Periyar University's affiliated colleges. Admission to BSc course at Periyar University is entirely merit-based. Candidates are selected based on their merit scores obtained in the last qualifying exam. There is no entrance exam required for BSc at Periyar University. To get admission to BSc course, aspirants are required to pass Class 12 in the respective subject. They must have passed Class 12 from either Tamil Nadu Higher Secondary Board or any equivalent board. This selection criteria is common to all affiliated colleges of Periyar University. Tap here for the complete Periyar University BSc admission details. 

BSc in Animation & Multimedia at PMU is a UG-level course extended over three years. The course duration is further divided into six semesters. Each semester comprises core and elective subjects. The evaluation is based on Choice Based Credit System (CBCS). The following subjects are included in the curriculum of BSc in Animation & Multimedia at the university:

• Animation Art
• Principles of Animation
• Digital Art and Designing
• Digital Imaging Skills
• Motion Graphics
• Audio and Video Editing
• Fundamentals of Cinematography
• 2D & 3D Animation. 

Yes, PMU offers placement assistance to BSc students. The university's placement cell helps students find suitable job opportunities based on their skills and qualifications. The key highlights of Periyar Maniammai Institute of Science and Technology placements 2023 for BTech,  BSc,  MBA, and other courses are tabulated below:

NOTE: The aforementioned data is based on the overall placement statistics across the various courses offered at the university. It is not specific to BSc placements at PMU.

Yes, Periyar University offers scholarships to meritorious students. The university offers scholarships to students under the following schemes:

• Free Education for PG Students
• Dr. Ambedhkar and Rajaji Meritorious Scholarship
• University Research Fellowship
• State Government Scholarships
• National Scholarship Portal, and more

Those who get selected for BSc course at Periyar University for the respective specialisations are required to pay the fee at the time of admission. The tuition fee differs for each BSc specialisation. The lowest fee is INR 1,540, while the highest tuition fee is INR 45,000. This fee range contains the tuition fee for all the BSc specialisations offered at Periyar University's affiliated colleges. However, this fee is taken from unofficial sources and hence, is indicative. Students are requested to visit the official website to get more details on the Periyar University BSc fee. 

The following table is a list of a few top companies that were a part of the recent placement drive at Periyar University:

According to Periyar University NIRF report 2025, the course-wise number of students placed over the past three years during Periyar University placements is presented below:

The Periyar University admissions are based on applicants' merit, entrance exam score, academic records, fulfilment of eligibility criteria, and seat intake. Candidates are required to meet the course-specific minimum eligibility conditions and the selection criteria as well. Depending upon the applied course, further rounds of admissions are carried out. More details related to the Periyar University admission process are provided below:

STEP 1: Periyar University Application Process 2025

Candidates must fill an online application form with all the relevant details along with paying an application fee and submit the form at the Head Office of Periyar University.

STEP 2: Periyar University Entrance Exam

There are different schools and departments in the university through which the courses are offered. Each department conducts an entrance test for UG/PG course admission. Candidates seeking admission have to appear for the test and score good marks to be eligible to take admission.

STEP 3: Selection Rounds

The seats are assigned to the qualified students depending on the preceding qualifying exam or the entrance examination. In other courses such as MBA, they are also required to have group discussions and personal interviews after the entrance test.

STEP 4: Payment of Admission Fee & Admission Confirmation

The shortlisted students have to pay the admission fees within the time prescribed by the university. Students must pay the fee on time to confirm their seats.

Periyar University is one of the top universities in Tamil Nadu state. The university has secured 59th position under the 'University' category by the NIRF Ranking 2023. Talking about the Periyar University placements, according to media reports, a total of 20 students of the Energy Science and Technology Department received a package of INR 3.6 LPA during Periyar University placements 2023.