Periyar University Ph.D. Courses & Fees

Students who are looking for admission to Ph.D., programme at Periyar University, a candidate should have obtained a Master Degree with not less than 55% of marks or an equivalent grade. For the candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC (Non-creamy layer)/Differently abled and those who have qualified for the Master’s degree before 19th September 1991 the minimum eligibility marks shall be 50% in their Master’s degree

An Entrance Test consists of both a written test and an oral interview. The written test will be conducted for 40 marks and an oral interview for 10 marks at Periyar University. Candidates securing 50% aggregate altogether shall be declared eligible for admission. Those candidates who scored at least 15 marks on the written test will be called for an oral interview.

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.

Periyar University offers degree, Diploma, and Certificate courses to candidates at UG, PG and Ph.D. levels. Courses offered are in the streams of Humanities & Social Sciences, IT & Software, Accounting & Commerce, Science, Business & Management Studies, Education, and Mass Communication & Media. Admission to the courses at Periyar University is merit or entrance-based depending upon the applied course.

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

Particulars	UG 3-year Placement Statistics (2021)	UG 3-year Placement Statistics (2022)	UG 3-year Placement Statistics (2023)
Median package	INR 5.60 LPA	INR 3.5 LPA	INR 3.36 LPA
Total students	127	118	78
Students placed	79	28	28
Students opted for higher studies	13	14	18
Particulars	PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2021)	PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2022)	PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2023)
Median package	INR 2.4 LPA	INR 3 LPA	INR 3.12 LPA
Total students	689	660	634
Students placed	139	153	161
Students opted for higher studies	107	45	46
Particulars	PG 5-year Integrated Placement Statistics (2021)	PG 5-year Integrated Placement Statistics (2022)	PG 5-year Integrated Placement Statistics (2023)
Median package	NA	NA	INR 1.44 LPA
Total students	NA	NA	14
Students placed	NA	NA	8
Students opted for higher studies	NA	NA	6

The list of top recruiters during Periyar University placements in recent past is presented below:

Periyar University Top Recruiters
Wipro	Infosys
TCS	IDBI Federal Bank
Capgemini	HCL Ltd

According to Periyar University NIRF report 2024, the course-wise number of students placed over the past three years during Periyar University placements is presented below:

Particulars	UG 3-year Placement Statistics (2021)	UG 3-year Placement Statistics (2022)	UG 3-year Placement Statistics (2023)
Total students	127	118	78
Students placed	79	28	28
Students opted for higher studies	13	14	18
Particulars	PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2021)	PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2022)	PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2023)
Total students	689	660	634
Students placed	139	153	161
Students opted for higher studies	107	45	46
Particulars	PG 5-year Integrated Placement Statistics (2021)	PG 5-year Integrated Placement Statistics (2022)	PG 5-year Integrated Placement Statistics (2023)
Median package	NA	NA	INR 1.44 LPA
Total students	NA	NA	14
Students placed	NA	NA	8
Students opted for higher studies	NA	NA	6

Periyar University offers BSc course via its more than affiliated colleges in several specialisations. After the completion of BSc course, students will receive the final degree from Periyar University. Find below the list of a few Periyar University Affiliated Colleges offering BSc courses:

Periyar University Affiliated Colleges for BSc Course
A.V.S College of Arts and Science	Anbu Arts and Science College	Annai Arts and Science College
Don Bosco College	Erk College of Arts and Science	Gandhi College of Arts and Science For Women
Government Arts College, Salem	Jai Shree Venkatesha College of Arts and Science	Jayam Arts and Science College

Admission to the course is on the basis of an entrance test conducted by the university followed by an interview round. Periyar University admission rounds are conducted by the Department Research Committee. The final selection is based on applicants’ performance in the PhD entrance test, interview, and PG course.

Periyar University cutoff 2024 has been released for MBA course in the form of opening and closing ranks. Based on valid TANCET scores, the admissions were conducted at Periyar University. The closing rank for MBA course is, 2791 for the students belonging to the General All India Quota. Check out the table below for more information:

Exam	2024
TANCET MBA (score)	– / –
TANCET (score)	2791

The syllabus for the PhD program will depend on the subject opted for by the student. Note that the PhD program is available in almost all the major disciplines, including - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Bio-Sciences, Clinical Research, Zoology, Applied Sciences, Economics, Social Work, Literature, Arts, Psychology, and Social Sciences.

The student will get around 3-5 years to complete their PhD programme. At the end of the program, the student will have to submit an original research thesis on a particular topic. 

The research paper may include topics like:

• Introduction to the subject
• Research Design
• Research Foundation
• Quality Standards
• Measuring Structure and Size

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. 

Students arriving at the Salem Airport can take a barely 10-minute drive to reach the Periyar University campus. The campus is located in Salem and is well-connected and filled with conveniences. For students who alight at Salem Junction Railway Station, it would take them around a 15-minute drive to reach the university campus.

Periyar University average package 2024 data is not released. However, according to Periyar University NIRF report 2024, the course-wise median package offered over the past three years during Periyar University placements is presented below:

Particulars	Median Package (2021)	Median Package (2022)	Median Package (2023)
UG 3-year (BCA, BBA, BSc)	INR 5.60 LPA	INR 3.5 LPA	INR 3.36 LPA
PG 2-year (MBA, MSc, MTech)	INR 2.4 LPA	INR 3 LPA	INR 3.12 LPA
PG 5-year Integrated	NA	NA	INR 1.44 LPA

There is no course-specific placement data released by Periyar University for BSc course. However, there is some data around the overall placements for UG courses is available. Find below the key highlights for overall placement data for Periyar University UG (3-year) courses in terms of the average package is mentioned in the table below:

Particulars UG (3-year)	Statistics (2022)
Average package	INR 3.50 LPA

Students can check the list from the points mentioned below:

• Application for Provisional registration- A candidate applying for provisional registration shall furnish all the information in the form prescribed together with the prescribed fee within 30 days of his / her admission in the Departments /Colleges / Institutions
• Interdisplinary Research- For interdisciplinary research a candidate may have a Co-Guide at Periyar University.