Master of Computer Applications (MCA) 

at Periyar University, Salem

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. 

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.

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

Periyar University has 3 hostel buildings in order to accommodate the students and research scholars of the university, one each for Women PG Students, Women Research Scholars, and Men Students and Scholars. All the hostels at Periyar University are equipped with basic facilities with separate mess for each building. It also has guest rooms to provide accommodation for the students coming to the university for the academic purposes.

 There are various factors that play an important role in deciding Periyar University TANCET 2023 cut off marks for admission to the MBA and MCA course. Listed below are the determining factors that are considered while releasing the Periyar University TANCET cut off 2023, including:

• Previous year cutoff marks
• Total number of participants
• Total number of seats available
• Candidate's academic performance

The documents required at the time of form filling are:

• Class 10 and 12 mark sheet
• UG/PG mark sheet (if applicable)
• Aadhaar card
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• DOB proof

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.

No, Periyar University does not accept scores for any entrance exam. There is no entrance exam required for Periyar University BSc admission. The university offers direct admission to all BSc courses. Students can only pursue BSc at Periyar University's affiliated colleges. The selection criteria is common across all the affiliated colleges. For admission to BSc courses, candidates must fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria in the first place. Direct admission is offered to such candidates. The university selects candidates based on their merit obtained in Class 12.

Periyar University provides decent placements to its students. The official placement report has not been disclosed. Although NIRF Report 2025 has been released. Have a look at the table below to know more: