Periyar University infrastructure consists of world-class classrooms, laboratories, a library, hostels, and cafeterias. The university’s campus spans over 140 acres, comprising department
buildings, administrative offices, teaching and research laboratories, lecture halls, and outdoor facilities for students. Periyar University has 27 departments and 118 affiliated colleges. To learn more about the Periyar University infrastructure, watch the video below. 

Periyar University Campus Highlights 

The Periyar University campus is large and has all the basic infrastructure to meet the students' academic and research needs. It has facilities for printing, binding, stationery and internet browsing. The centre also has a canteen to provide quality snacks and food at an affordable price for students, staff, faculty and visitors. Some additional campus highlights are tabulated below:

Particulars Periyar University Campus Highlights
Area 110 to 140 acres
Location  Salem, Tamil Nadu
Hostels 3
Basic amenities Library, Cafeteria, Hostel, Sports Complex, Auditorium, Research centres, Medical services, etc.
Affiliated college 118
Seminar Hall 9
Auditorium 1200 seating capacity

Periyar University Hostel Facility 

Periyar University has three separate hostels, one for boys – Adhiyaman Men Hostel – and two for girls: Periyar Maniyammai Women Hostel and New Women Hostel. Each hostel has basic furniture, a washroom, and a mess facility. The timings of the hostel for males and females are 10:30 and 6:30 PM, respectively. Periyar University hostels are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. The hostel facility is applicable for UG, PG, PhD and post-doctoral students. Periyar University boys' hostel has a total intake capacity of 230, while for the girls' hostel, the capacity is 600 (including 2 hostels). All the hostels of Periyar University have common facilities, such as an RO drinking water facility, hot & cold water supply, biogas plant, laundry facility, etc. It has a separate computer lab for the students residing in the hostel. The hostel campus also has the facility for both indoor and outdoor games. For the safety and security of the students, 24/7 CCTV surveillance is there. Some other facilities available in the hostel campus are as follows:

  1. Separate Washing area for cloth washing
  2. Wi-Fi Facility
  3. Solar Water Heater
  4. GYM facilities
  5. Napkin Vending and burning machine (for girls' hostel)
  6. ATM
  7. Shops

Periyar University Library

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. Some of the library collections of Periyar University are as follows:

  1. Books: 98,482
  2. Journals and Magazines(Print): 124
  3. Journals and Magazines(Online): 7013
  4. Back Volumes: 4448
  5. Theses and Dissertations: 4008

Periyar University Sports Facilities

With equal emphasis on physical education and sports, the 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, Basketball, and Handball tournaments. Activities available to students encompass indoor sports such as chess, table tennis, Ludo, yoga and many other worthwhile recreational choices. Besides, it also has a separate gymnasium with professional gym equipment. 

Places to visit in & around the Periyar University Campus

Located in Salem, there are plenty of places around the Periyar University campus to explore. Some of the most famous places include the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Spice Gardens, Kottai Mariamman Temple, Kurumbapatti Zoological Park and Mookaneri Lake, among others. Some of the famous eateries are Hotel Sree Sabarees, Barbeque Nation, Carnivall Restaurant and Ibaco, which can be explored for local food. For more knowledge regarding the Periyar University infrastructure, check out the video below. 

 

Infrastructure/Facilities

  • Library

    The Library has a collection of 78580 volumes of text and reference books on various disciplines. The Library subscribes to 180 National and International journals and 13 leading newspapers. The Library is following the open access system and provides its service to meet the requirements of P.G.Students, M.Phil. and Ph.D scholars and staff members of the University.

  • Hostel
    Boys Hostel|Girls Hostel
  • Sports Complex
    Available Facilities:
    Basketball Court|Cricket Ground|Tennis Court|Volleyball Court|Ball Badminton|Kho-Kho|Handball|Kabaddi|Hockey Ground
  • Cafeteria
    Hospital / Medical Facilities
    Auditorium
    Labs
Other Facilities:
Canara Bank and State Bank of India ATM|Post Office|Computer Centre|Guest House|Internet Centre|Reprographic facility

Periyar University Infrastructure FAQs

Candidates can check the FAQs below:

Q:   How is the campus of Periyar University?
A:

Periyar University campus is spread in lush green area in the Salem city of Tamilnadu State. The university is well-equipped with the facilities such as student amenity centre, medical centre, networking facility, high performance computing for research purpose, hostel facilities, classrooms, play fields, gymnasium and among others.

Q:   Does Periyar University have hostel facilities?
A:

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.

Q:   How is the library facility at Periyar University?
A:

Periyar University has all the library facilities to meet the students' academic and research needs. The central library is a cornerstone of the academic infrastructure of Periyar University. The library operates on an open-access system, serving postgraduate students, M.Phil. and Ph.D. scholars, and faculty members of the university. The library offers comfortable reading rooms and dedicated study spaces to its students. The university's library has different sections, such as the Reference Section, Textbook Section, Theses & Dissertations, etc. 

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Overall Infrastructure Rating (Out of 5)

4.1

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Kanigha A | B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (AI and Machine Learning) - Batch of 2028
Offered by KSR Educational Institutions
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
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4.2
Placements 5 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 3 Value for Money 5
I am very satisfied, because the highest salary package is provided.

Infrastructure: More than 100000 books are currently in my college library. In every single classroom, having a separate projector is very useful for easy learning. The hostel food is very hygienic. Weekly thrice non veg is provided. The college bus is free for all day scholars.

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Santhiya | Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) - Batch of 2026
Offered by Shri Sakthikailassh Women's College
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
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5.0
Placements 5 Infrastructure 5 Faculty & Course Curriculum 5 Crowd & Campus Life 5 Value for Money 5
The best college in the Salem district, which is very safe and secure for women.

Infrastructure: Our college has more labs, Wi-Fi facilities, sports center, libraries, and a clean and neat canteen. The college environment is pleasant and clean, which gives us space. It has a smart class like a projector class and more than three seminar halls.

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Saravanaganesh M | B.Tech. in Automobile Engineering - Batch of 2026
Offered by KSR Educational Institutions
Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025
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3.6
Placements 4 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 3 Crowd & Campus Life 3 Value for Money 4
My college is good for my career.

Infrastructure: Facilities are good in our hostel. Hostel food is good and hygienic. Wi-Fi is available. The library is available from 9am to 9 pm. The swimming pool is available for hostel students. Medical facilities are available at any emergency inside our college.

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P Priyabharathi | Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Batch of 2025
Offered by A.E.T. Arts and Science College
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025
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4.2
Placements 4 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 5
Supportive faculty, decent facilities, and manageable academics.

Infrastructure: A. E. T. Arts & Science College, Salem, offers a well-equipped campus with facilities that support both academic and extracurricular activities. The college provides campus-wide Wi-Fi, two dedicated computer centers, two to three laboratories, and a well-stocked library for students' learning needs. Common spaces such as an auditorium, conference hall, and common rooms are available for academic programs and cultural events, while a sports complex and multiple playgrounds encourage physical acti...

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Hagin | B.A. in Political Science - Batch of 2025
Offered by Thiruvalluvar Government Arts College
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025
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3.6
Placements 3 Infrastructure 3 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 4
College is good and it has good value for money.

Infrastructure: Classrooms are good, but there is no availability of Wi-Fi on the campus. The library is good and has separate libraries for each department, as well as a large common library. The college has four hostels, two for boys and two for girls. The food is not very good.

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M V GOKULAKRISHNAN | Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) - Batch of 2022
Offered by Excel College for Commerce and Science, Excel Group Institutions
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025
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5.0
Placements 5 Infrastructure 5 Faculty & Course Curriculum 5 Crowd & Campus Life 5 Value for Money 5
I am satisfied with my college.

Infrastructure: There are air-conditioned classrooms available for all courses. The infrastructure of the college is fabulous. The quality of the hostels is excellent. They are very clean and have many plants. The mess food is delicious and also hygienic.

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Sanjay N P | B.Tech. in Biotechnology - Batch of 2027
Offered by KSR Educational Institutions
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025
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4.4
Placements 5 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 5 Value for Money 4
Actually satisfied because of some faculty, good placements in 2024, and good infrastructure.

Infrastructure: Campus has pretty decent infrastructure. Classrooms are clean and have proper Wi-Fi and projectors. Labs are well-equipped, and the library is quiet with a good book collection. Hostels are comfortable, and Wi-Fi works fine. The mess food is okay, not great, but manageable. Sports facilities like basketball, football, and indoor games are available. Medical help is also there when needed. Overall, it's a good environment to study and live in.

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HEMANTH P | Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Batch of 2025
Offered by M.G.R. College
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
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4.2
Placements 4 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 5 Value for Money 4
College for learning and opportunities.

Infrastructure: College has good classroom facilities for every student. The college has 2 libraries where we can get many types of books. Also, the college has best labs with good systems for learning. The college has large grounds for 3 colleges for all types of games.

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Aathis M | B.Sc. in Computer Science - Batch of 2028
Offered by Muthayammal College of Arts & Science
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025
Verified
4.2
Placements 4 Infrastructure 5 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 4 Value for Money 4
Decent academics, excellent labs, but can improve on campus life and events.

Infrastructure: Infrastructure and smart classrooms are available, with high-speed Wi-Fi and smartboards, projectors, and seating. There are more than 5 advanced labs with over 250 computers licensed software like Python, Java, Oracle, MATLAB, and VMware. High-speed LAN & Wi-Fi connectivity is available. Hostel has spacious and well-ventilated rooms on a 2/3 sharing basis, 24/7 water and electricity with backup generators, and high-speed Wi-Fi in the hostel blocks. Wardens and security staff are available aroun...

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M Sathish | Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) - Batch of 2024
Offered by Sri Ganesh College of Arts and Science
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025
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3.4
Placements 3 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 3 Value for Money 3
College was just for degree.

Infrastructure: The facilities and infrastructure available for our course were good. The library was available for free for books. The classroom was large. The campus was beautiful and the garden was clean. Limited sports facilities were available. Basic medical facilities were available.

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Anonymous | Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2024
Offered by PGP College of Arts and Science - PGPCAS
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2025
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5.0
Placements 5 Infrastructure 5 Faculty & Course Curriculum 5 Crowd & Campus Life 5 Value for Money 5
Overall, best college for MBA course.

Infrastructure: The campus was large, comfortable, and clean. Each branch had its own office in a separate building. Classrooms were very good. College had a special library funded by the world-bank and had every kind of technical book. College offered two beautiful hostels for 1st-year students and a large outdoor stadium.

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Pushpalatha R | B.A. in English - Batch of 2024
Offered by Shri Sakthikailassh Women's College
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2025
Verified
5.0
Placements 5 Infrastructure 5 Faculty & Course Curriculum 5 Crowd & Campus Life 5 Value for Money 5
The best part of my life is college life.

Infrastructure: The facilities are very good. The library, sports ground, labs, and separate blocks for every department are there. The gym and extracurricular activity rooms are also available. My college has a huge transport facility. My college has a hostel facility. The food is very hygienic. The hostel fees are nearly Rs. 5,000 per year. Hostel timing is 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

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RATHISH | Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) - Batch of 2025
Offered by Muthayammal College of Arts & Science
Reviewed on 20 May 2025
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5.0
Placements 5 Infrastructure 5 Faculty & Course Curriculum 5 Crowd & Campus Life 5 Value for Money 5
It takes time to grow up.

Infrastructure: Neat and clean hostel facilities and healthy food in mess affordable for middle-class students. The course will be very advanced. They can easily understand the concept and they can have the money to pay for the online classes.

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Thraya sri A | B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering - Batch of 2028
Offered by KSR Educational Institutions
Reviewed on 16 May 2025
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5.0
Placements 5 Infrastructure 5 Faculty & Course Curriculum 5 Crowd & Campus Life 5 Value for Money 5
I am currently in my first year and enjoy studying happily.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure is well-constructed and creates a wonderful environment. They provide excellent Wi-Fi throughout the campus. The food is of high quality and very hygienic. I enjoy eating all types of non-vegetarian foods. I am interested in running, and they provide me with great opportunities.

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dharshini V | B.Tech. Computer Science and Business Systems - Batch of 2028
Offered by KSR Educational Institutions
Reviewed on 16 May 2025
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4.6
Placements 5 Infrastructure 4 Faculty & Course Curriculum 4 Crowd & Campus Life 5 Value for Money 5
I enjoyed staying and studying here.

Infrastructure: We have a fully Wi-Fi-enabled campus. The computer laboratory is connected to Wi-Fi. The classroom is very neat. Management provides very good. They provide sports coaching in the morning and evening. The hostel facilities are well and good. They provide non-veg which is very tasty and has quantity. They provide hospital facilities are emergency conditions.

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