Is there any entrance exam for Periyar University?

Yes, Periyar University conducted its department-wise entrance exam for multiple courses. For all the on-campus PG courses such as MBA, MA, MSc, MCom, etc., qualifying for the respective entrance exam is mandatory. Some of the courses are also taught at the "Periyar University Centre for Post-Graduate and Research Studies", admission to such courses is also done based on the entrance exam conducted by the respective centre. There are some courses that are exempted from the entrance exam and offered direct admission. Find them below: Industry-Academica Collaborative Programme BVoc Certificate Courses Diploma Courses Five-year Integrated Courses

How is MSc course at Periyar University?

At Periyar University, the MSc course is offered across 18 specialisations. Further, the university also offers a five-year MSc Integrated course in Environmental Science and. For students, an Industry-Academia collaborative programme in MSc (Data Science) is also available, which is taught in association with Boston. The university offers scholarships to PG students under the Free Education Scholarship scheme and various other scholarships are also offered via Government Scholarship schemes. As per the placement statistics of the year 2022, the overall median package offered for two-year PG courses was INR 3 LPA, which is higher than the package offered during the placement drive of the year 2021, which was INR 2.50 LPA.

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Periyar University MSc Eligibility & Highlights 2024
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Periyar University MSc Eligibility & Highlights 2024

Periyar University Salem MSc is a two-year undergraduate programme through its Department of Science. The course is offered across more than 18 specialisations. Some of the specialisations of MSc at Periyar University, such as Data Science, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Food Processing, Chemistry, Biotechnology, and more. The college also has other affiliated colleges offering MSc across 23 specialisations. Periyar University MSc admission to this PG course is both merit and entrance-based. The university offers some MSc specialisations via its department, a few through the Periyar University Centre for Postgraduate and Research Studies and others through its affiliated colleges.

For admission to MSc courses taught at the university's department and Periyar University Centre for Postgraduate and Research Studies, candidates are required to pass the university-based entrance exam. For admission to the Industry-Academia Collaborative Programme of MSc in Data Science and other MSc courses offered at the affiliated colleges of Periyar University, admissions are made based on merit obtained in the last qualifying exam.

Periyar University MSc admissions are completely entrance-based. The fulfilment of eligibility criteria for admission to the MSc course is a mandatory step of the admission process. Candidates can refer to the following Periyar University MSc eligibility criteria for admission 2024 in the table below:

Course Name	Selection Criteria	Selection
MSc	BSc or equivalent degree in the respective subjects from any university accepted by the syndicate	Merit-based & University-based entrance exam

Periyar University MSc Fee

Upon admission to the selected programme, candidates must submit the Periyar University MSc fee. This fee covers a variety of components. The Periyar University MSc tuition fee ranges from INR 1.19 K to 6.88 K. The mentioned fee is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and, hence, is indicative. For further details, candidates can refer to the table below:

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Total Tuition Fees₹ 1.2K - 6.9K

Median Package₹ 1.2L - 4.9L

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Graduation score45%

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M.Sc. in Chemistry

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M.Sc. in Physics

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M.Sc. in Applied Geology

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M.Sc. in Biotechnology

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Fee components	Amount (for 2 years)
Tuition	₹ 1.19 K - 6.88 K
One-time Payment	₹ 1.25 K - 2.36 K
Other Fees	₹ 5.03 K - 42.85 K
Total fee	₹ 7.46 K - 52.09 K

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Periyar University MSc Admission Dates 2024

Periyar University admissions for 2024 are open. To get admission to MSc, students must register by visiting the official website. Check the following table to find out the latest schedule for Periyar University MSc admissions 2024:

Dates	Past Events
15 Oct '25	M.Sc. (ODL) Last date to apply

Periyar University MSc Admission 2024: How to Apply?

Periyar University MSc application can be submitted online with an application fee .The next step is to download and print the application form from the website of the university. The steps for Periyar University admission process to apply for MSc are:

All filled-in applications should be sent to the respective Head of the Department at the below-mentioned address:

Head of Department
Periyar University
Periyar Palkalai Nagar
Salem – 636 011

Fee payment and Admission confirmation

Candidates who are selected must go through a verification process. The university has the authority to reject any candidate discovered to be unqualified. The MSc course fee at Periyar University varies from INR 1.19 K to 6.88 K . However, the mentioned fee is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and, hence, is indicative. Students who meet the criteria and get selected will receive an admission confirmation email.

Important Documents

The documents required at the time of admission are:

Class 10 and 12 mark sheet
UG mark sheets and degree
Aadhaar card
Category certificate (if applicable)
DOB proof

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Q: How to apply for MSc at Periyar University?

To apply for Periyar University MSc admission, the first step is to pass the eligibility criteria as per the university's norms. Aspirants who passed graduation in BCA/ BSc in Computer Science/ Information Technology/ Computer Technology/ Mathematics or any other equivalent degree in the respective subjects from any university accepted by Syndicate are eligible to apply for this course. Admission to MSc at Periyar University is both merit & entrance-based.

For admission to MSc courses taught at the university's department and Periyar University Centre for Postgraduate and Research Studies, candidates are required to pass the university-based entrance exam. However, direct admission is offered to the Industry-Academia Collaborative Programme of MSc in Data Science and other MSc courses offered at the affiliated colleges of Periyar University. Admission to these courses are done based on merit obtained in the last qualifying exam.

At last, aspirants are required to fill an online application form with paying an application fee of INR 354. Further, they need to submit the application form offline with attested documents to the concerned department of Periyar University.

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Periyar University MSc Curriculum

Periyar University MSc curriculum is two years long and is divided into four semesters. The University offers MSc courses in over 18 specialisations. Candidates can find a detailed curriculum for some MSc specialisations offered by Periyar University in the table below:

Specialization	Curriculum
M.Sc. in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics,Periyar University
M.Sc. in Applied Psychology,Periyar University
M.Sc. in Food Science Technology and Nutrition,Periyar University
M.Sc. in Data Science,Periyar University
M.Sc. in Microbiology,Periyar University

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Periyar University MSc Seats 2024

The Periyar University MSc seat allotment is 6,783. This seat intake is divided among all MSc specialisations. After completing the selection process, candidates are allocated seats through Counselling. Check the specialisation-wise seat bifurcation for MSc at Periyar University:

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Institutes	Seats
Government Arts College, Salem	205
PEE GEE College of Arts and Science	326
Selvamm Arts and Science College	382
M.G.R College	231
Government Arts College For Men, Krishnagiri	135

Periyar University MSc Placements 2023

Periyar University MSc Placements 2024 has not been announced yet. 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. According to Periyar University NIRF report 2023, the median package offered during Periyar University UG 3-year and PG 2-year placements 2022 stood at INR 3.5 LPA and INR 3 LPA, respectively. Furthermore, a total of 153 students were placed out of 660 students during Periyar University PG 2-year placements 2022.

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

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2021)	Placement Statistics (2022)
PG 2-year median package	INR 2.4 LPA	INR 3 LPA
PG 2-year total students	689	660
PG 2-year students placed	139	153

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Periyar University	₹ 3.12 LPA	₹ 4 K - 6.88 K	-/-
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M.Sc. in Chemistry - Batch of 2021

Offered by Government Arts College, Salem

5.0

5.0Placements5.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money

Overall best college for M.Sc. In Chemistry Course.

Placements: Over 70% of the students at our college have been placed. The average wage is about 15 LPA, while the highest compensation offered was 32 LPA. Vaco, Robert Half, Edison & Black, and others are top recruiters. Data scientists are among the top positions. Research associate, etc., for 75% of students. 65% of students are offered internships.

Infrastructure: College infrastructure is not as impressive as this private college, but it is sufficient, with a maximum of 32 courses available in the arts and science groups from A to Z. The lab facilities support our studies well. Classrooms are available at all times because this college operates on a shift schedule. Additionally, there is a very good library.

Faculty: The knowledge and teaching staff in our college provide a quality education. There are four semesters for each master's degree, including practicals and labs. The difficulty of the semesters is manageable for the average student. The staff offers guidance during the examination period, contributing to a 62% pass rate.

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M.Sc. in Mathematics - Batch of 2021

Offered by St Joseph’s College of Arts and Science for Women

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4.0Placements4.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty4.0Crowd & Campus Life3.0Value for Money

I'm satisfied with this college.

Placements: Almost 70 percent of students were placed from my course. The highest package is 20 Lacs per annum and the lowest is 3 to 5 Lacs per annum. The average package offered is 11 LPA. Top recruiting companies are Flipkart, Arttech, Amazon, Blinkit and many. Internship opportunities are 60% in my course.

Infrastructure: We have good facilities in classrooms including Wi-Fi with high-speed, well-equipped labs and libraries with the best books. I spend more time in library. The hostel and college's infrastructure is good. Canteen and mess have good food. Sports activities are conducted grandly in our college.

Faculty: The teachers are helpful and they are highly qualified like Ph.D. in Mathematics. The teaching quality is good. The course curriculum is good, from basic to advanced. They have good knowledge. They make students ready for the industry. The exams are hard to pass. The passing percentage is 80%.

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M.Sc. in Computer Science - Batch of 2022

Offered by Government Arts College, Salem

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4.0Placements4.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty4.0Crowd & Campus Life4.0Value for Money

Our college provides impressive infrastructure.

Placements: Placements at our college are good. Our college provides many opportunities for the final year students. The placement cell conducts many pre-placement sessions. Students got placed in Top MNCs like TCS, Capgemini, etc. The highest salary package offered is around 7 LPA.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure of our college is good. The security is very good. It is available 24X7 in the hostel. Wi-Fi is available. Classrooms and the library are well-equipped. There is a lab room, especially for the computer-related field. The food quality is good.

Faculty: Our faculty members of this college are very knowledgeable. They help students with their doubts. They are very friendly. The course curriculum is very updated in the field. The semester exams are quite challenging but fair. The passing percentage of our course is around 85%.

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M.Sc. in Mathematics - Batch of 2020

Offered by Vivekanandha College of Arts and Science For Women, Vivekanandha Educational Institutions for Women

3.8

4.0Placements3.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty4.0Crowd & Campus Life3.0Value for Money

Nice experience here; true facts about my college.

Placements: After the 4th semester, students become eligible for campus placement. Overall, 85% of students get placements every year, and the college strives to make this percentage reach 100. The average package is 4-6 LPA, the highest package is around 26 LPA, and the lowest package is 2.5-3 LPA. Wipro, HCL, JSW, and TATA Consultancy are top recruiters.

Infrastructure: In the hostel room, they provide a table, chair, B.Ed cupboard, fan, and other items. Cleaning staff come daily to clean the rooms, washrooms, and corridors. There is a big library in the hostel. The food provided is very delicious and healthy. Guards and CCTV cameras are present in the hostel for student security. There is one big cricket ground and a jogging track. Hostel rent is affordable for students.

Faculty: I am very interested in a teaching career, especially teaching mathematics, so a teacher should understand the subject matter in depth. I chose to pursue an M.Sc. in Maths after completing my Bachelor's degree. All faculty members of our department hold a Ph.D. in mathematics. Out of 56 students, there are 7 professors. They make students fall in love with the subject. They conduct internal exams and viva that prepare students for the future. Exams are held on time and are a little bit difficult, but if you attend lectures, you can easily pass the exam. Class Size: 56 Course Fee: INR 38,000 per year.

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M.Sc. in Physics - Batch of 2024

Offered by Arignar Anna Government Arts College

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4.0Placements4.0Infrastructure3.0Faculty4.0Crowd & Campus Life4.0Value for Money

Our college has good teachers and infrastructure.

Placements: In our college, almost 80% of students are placed in our course. Our college does not provide good placements. Internships are available. It is a good college.

Infrastructure: Our college provides excellent infrastructure. Labs are excellent. Classrooms are good. Ground is available. A library is available.

Faculty: The teaching quality is good. Our teachers are good. They are experienced teachers. The course curriculum is relevant. There is no difficulty in completing the semester.

Other: I chose this course because my UG teachers taught physics very well.

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M.Sc. in Applied Psychology - Batch of 2020

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3.0Placements5.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty4.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money

I am satisfied with teaching, good infrastructure, and hostel facilities.

Placements: More than 40% of students got placed in our course. They got placed in colleges and private clinics as lecturers and consultant psychologists. The highest salary package offered is 2 LPA as freshers. The average salary package offered is 1.75 LPA. The lowest salary package offered is 1.5 LPA.

Infrastructure: As it is a state government institution, we have all facilities like Wi-Fi, laptops, an equipped lab, well-furnished classrooms with projectors, a computer department, and a central library. The food served in the hostel is average. Medical assistance is top-notch.

Faculty: Teachers are well-qualified, knowledgeable, and helpful. They help us in studying. The course is relevant. The syllabus is apt for this course. Our college provides internships for the whole semester to make students industry-ready. Semester exams are moderately difficult. The pass percentage is 75%.

Other: I opted for this course because it is very interesting to know about human behavior. I have developed myself. Our college should provide more industry exposure which helps to get more jobs. Cultural events are very less on campus.

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2023Read More

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Periyar University MSc Scholarship 2024

Periyar University MSc scholarships are for students who belong to Backward, Most Backward Classes and reserved categories. At Periyar University, the scholarship facility is provided under the Government of Indian scheme. Further, the university also has a Free Education Scheme for PG students belonging to Economically weaker sections, irrespective of their caste. Based on their merit, one student from each department is selected for this scholarship scheme. The selected students receive the facility of tuition and hotel fee waiver.

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Q: Does Periyar University offer scholarships?

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
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I have completed my B.A. from Periyar University, Salem. Am I eligible for 3 years LLB course?

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I have complete my BCom CA I am enable for 3 year LLB course

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Which course is best for placements at Periyar University?

Answered 5 months ago

Periyar University has not released its course wise placement statistics as of now. However, the NIRF Report presents the course wise data. To know more, see the table below:

Particulars	UG 3-year Placement Statistics (2022)	UG 3-year Placement Statistics (2023)	UG 3-year Placement Statistics (2024)
Median package	INR 3.5 LPA	INR 3.36 LPA	INR 1.80 LPA
Total students	118	78	82
Students placed	28	28	27
Students opted for higher studies	14	18	18
Particulars	PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2022)	PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2023)	PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2024)
Median package	INR 3 LPA	INR 3.12 LPA	INR 2.04 LPA
Total students	660	634	896
Students placed	153	161	291
Students opted for higher studies	45	46	48
Particulars	PG 5-year Integrated Placement Statistics (2022)	PG 5-year Integrated Placement Statistics (2023)	PG 5-year Integrated Placement Statistics (2023)
Median package	NA	INR 1.44 LPA	INR 2.50 LPA
Total students	NA	14	11
Students placed	NA	8	5
Students opted for higher studies	NA	6	6

diksha soni

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What is the placement scenario at Periyar University?

Answered 5 months ago

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:

Particulars	UG 3-year Placement Statistics (2022)	UG 3-year Placement Statistics (2023)	UG 3-year Placement Statistics (2024)
Median package	INR 3.5 LPA	INR 3.36 LPA	INR 1.80 LPA
Total students	118	78	82
Students placed	28	28	27
Students opted for higher studies	14	18	18
Particulars	PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2022)	PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2023)	PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2024)
Median package	INR 3 LPA	INR 3.12 LPA	INR 2.04 LPA
Total students	660	634	896
Students placed	153	161	291
Students opted for higher studies	45	46	48
Particulars	PG 5-year Integrated Placement Statistics (2022)	PG 5-year Integrated Placement Statistics (2023)	PG 5-year Integrated Placement Statistics (2023)
Median package	NA	INR 1.44 LPA	INR 2.50 LPA
Total students	NA	14	11
Students placed	NA	8	5
Students opted for higher studies	NA	6	6

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What is the library timings of Periyar University?

Answered 12 months ago

Periyar University library is operational throughout the week from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm on weekdays and 10.00 am to 5.00 pm on weekends.

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What sports and recreation facilities are available at Periyar University?

Answered 12 months ago

Periyar University has a dedicated sports department or complex. The university has a huge space for outdoor activities such as football, cricket, kho-kho, basketball courts (2000 sqm), badminton, etc. The university regularly organises the All-India South Zone Level Kabaddi, Volleyball, Football, B

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