Master of Business Administration (MBA) 

at Periyar University, Salem

Periyar University offers MBA course for a duration of two years. MBA (General) course is approved by AICTE. Apart from MBA (General) course, the university also offers MBA in Export Management. 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. Apart from this, according to Periyar University NIRF report 2023, the median package offered during Periyar University PG 2-year placements 2022 stood at INR 3 LPA, respectively.

Also, Periyar University Salem offers scholarships to PG students under the Free Education Scholarship scheme and various other scholarships are also offered via Government Scholarship schemes.

Periyar University offers admission to MBA (General) and MBA (Export Management) courses. To join MBA at Periyar University, candidates have to go through a selection process. It is inclusive of fulfilling the minimum eligibility and qualifying for the entrance exam. Aspirants who passed graduation in any stream are eligible to apply for the course. Admission to MBA course at Periyar University is completely entrance-based. Find below the admission process for MBA at Periyar University:

1. Fulfilling the eligibility criteria: Candidates must pass graduation in any stream with 50% aggregate (for MBA (General) & 55% aggregate (for Export Management). Those belonging to reserved categories must get minimum of 45% aggregate.
2. Filling the application form: An online application is required to fill before passing the deadline. Candidates must fill an online application form from the official website of Periyar University and submit the application form to the Head Office of Periyar University.

Going as per the past year trends, the TANCET score for Periyar University Cutoff 2023 for MBA is around 2775. Candidates seeking admission to Periyar University must register for TANCET and meet the outlined cutoff for admission. Periyar University admissions 2023 to MBA and MCA courses is based on TANCET Counselling 2023.

Also, Periyar University admission to MBA is subject to a valid score in MAT/ CAT. However, candidates with a valid TANCET score are granted direct admissions based on seat allotment through TANCET Counselling. 

Candidates can check the table provided below to know the eligibility criteria for MBA admissions at Periyar University:

Periyar University offers a total intake of 737 students for its MBA programme. The university adheres to reservation policies, allocating a specific number of seats for various reserved categories, including SC, ST, and OBC. Below is a summary of the highest number of seats allocated to the affiliated colleges for the MBA programme by Periyar University:

For admission to the Periyar University MBA course, candidates are required to fulfil the basic qualification requirements for this course. Those who are willing to get admission to the PG level MBA (General) course at Periyar University must get a UG degree of three years of duration with minimum of 50% aggregate in any stream. There is a relaxation of 5% given to candidates belonging to reserved categories. These candidates are required to pass a UG degree with minimum aggregate of 45%. Further, the basic eligibility requirement for MBA in Export Management is to pass the undergraduate course with 55% aggregate.

Periyar University offers more than 700 seats for its MBA programme. The university distributed the MBA seats across various affiliated colleges. Below is a summary of the lowest number of seats allocated to the affiliated colleges for the MBA programme by Periyar University:

Candidates seeking Periyar University MBA admission must submit the relevant documents required to proved their eligibility for admission. The following are the general documents that are required during the application process:

• Class 10 marksheet and passing certificate
• Class 12 marksheet and passing certificate
• Bachelor's degree certificate (if applicable)
• Passport-size photograph
• Aadhar Card
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)

Candidates must fulfil the required eligibility criteria to apply for the MBA at Periyar University. The selection process of the MBA programme at Periyar University includes several stages, which are given as follows:

• The applicant needs to fulfil the eligibility criteria by holding a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university. 
• It strictly allows selection based on performance during entrance exams (MAT/CAT/TANCET), coupled with a group discussion and personal interview. 

According to Periyar University NIRF report 2024, the key highlights of Periyar University placements 2023 as compared with 2022 and 2021 are presented below: