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M.Sc. in Applied Geology 

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M.Sc. in Applied Geology
 at 
Pondicherry University 
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PG Degree

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M.Sc. in Applied Geology
 at 
Pondicherry University 
Fees

Fee componentsAmount (2 years)
12,000
28,436
9,342
49,778
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M.Sc. in Applied Geology
 at 
Pondicherry University 
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M.Sc. in Applied Geology
 at 
Pondicherry University 
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.3/5
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Placement Review IconPlacements3.5
Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure5
Faculty Review IconFaculty & Course4.5
Crowd Review IconCampus Life4.5
Money Review IconValue for Money4
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M.Sc. in Applied Geology - Batch of 2018
Offered by Pondicherry University
4.2
3Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
Somethings that you should know about Pondicherry University.
Placements: Some departments like MBA, MCA provide good placements for the students. Many companies select candidates on the basis of their on-campus interview, but many other departments provide no placement opportunities. The university has a good environment for the students doing research projects and all.
Infrastructure: The university has a vast campus from the gates to the silver jubilee campus. The infrastructure is very appreciable. Many departments have their hi-tech laboratories. Besides, the university has a hi-tech library and a common reading hall for all the students of the university. Free Wi-Fi has been provided inside the whole campus. The university also has its own well-constructed hostel, playground, hi-tech auditorium, a health centre for emergency conditions.
Faculty: All the departments of the university have well qualified, knowledgeable groups of faculty members who are very much helpful, and they maintain a very close relationship with the students. Their teaching skills are really very developed including their digitally demonstrated classes. The student to faculty ratio varies from 30:1 to 100:1.
Other: The university has a very good environment for education. The student can get a lot of opportunities to develop their own skills, knowledge and chances to get success in their life. The events like national seminars on different topics, departmental field works, etc. also catalyse those things. The university campus has not only education but also a good cultural environment. Every year, festivals like puja, Diwali, Onam, Pongal, etc. are celebrated here by the students.
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M.Sc. in Applied Geology - Batch of 2014
Offered by Pondicherry University
4.4
4Placements5Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
Other: Pondicherry University is one of the top ranked university in India. They are having most qualified faculties and most advanced lab facilities. Advanced lab equipment’s like Xrd, xrf, and well developed paleontology, sedimentation, biochemical, petrology, isotopic and hydro geology labs are there. Interested students can do research work also there. Every year a no of students got placed in geological survey of India, BARC, ONGC and various government services.
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M.Sc. in Applied Geology
 at 
Pondicherry University 
 
Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   How can I get into Pondicherry University Community College, Pondicherry University for UG/PG courses? Am I eligible for admission?
A: 
Pondicherry University Community College, Pondicherry University has below criteria for taking admissions to it's various courses:
CoursesEligibility
BCACandidate passed 12th/equivalent with Mathematics/ Business Mathematics/ Computer Science from any recognised institute/board are eligible to apply.
B.VocThe above-mentioned age is as on 1st June 2019.
B.Sc.Candidate passed 12th/equivalent from any recognised institute/board are also eligible to apply.
CertificateCandidate completed Diploma in Polytechnic / ITI are also eligible.
UG DiplomaCandidates completed Diploma from Polytechnic / ITI from any recognised institute/board are also eligible to apply.
PG DiplomaCandidates should have suitable work experience.
BBACandidate passed 12th/equivalent with Commerce/ Mathematics/ Business Mathematics from any recognised institute/board are also eligible to apply.
ANMCandidate must be 17 years of age or before 31st December of the year in which admission is sought.
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Q:   Can I join Pondicherry University without entrance exam?
A: 

Admission to a majority of postgraduate and integrated postgraduate level courses at Pondicherry University is subject to CUET UG and CUET PG exams. In addition to this, the university also conducted the NCET exam for admission to its Integrated BA-B.Ed, Integrated BSc-B.Ed courses. Candidates seeking admission to Pondicherry University can apply for these exams and then apply to the university with a valid score.

Q:   Does Pondicherry University provide Distance Education to the students?
A: 

Apart from the full-time programmes, the University offers distance education programmes in the field of Management, Commerce, Arts, Business Administration and more. Admission to all these programmes is done on the basis of merit.

  • BBA and BCom are offered at the UG level. The course duration of both programmes is three years. Candidates who have done Class 12 can apply for these programmes. The final selection of students is based on the HSC scores.
  • Apart from the UG programmes, the University offers three PG programmes under distance education. MCom, MA and MBA are offered with a course duration of two years. A candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree in the relevant stream to be eligible for these programmes. The final selection of students will be based on the graduation scores.
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Q:   How are the placements at Pondicherry University?
A: 

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

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2022)

Placement Statistics (2023)

Placement Statistics (2024)

UG 3-year median package

INR 2.5 LPA

INR 3.1 LPA

INR 3.65 LPA

UG 3-year total students

285

353

345

UG 3-year students placed

225

255

263

PG 2-year median package

INR 4.3 LPA

INR 6.5 LPA

INR 7.5 LPA

PG 2-year total students

2145

2825

2829

PG 2-year students placed

1464

1592

1962

PG Integrated 5-year median package

INR 4.3 LPA

INR 6.5 LPA

INR 7.2 LPA

PG Integrated 5-year total students

160

184

192

PG Integrated 5-year students placed

75

78

85 

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M.Sc. in Applied Geology
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Placements

ParticularsStatistics (2023)
Median SalaryINR 6.50 Lakh
Lock IconTop Recruiters for Pondicherry University
Accenture
Bank of America
Cognizant
GE Healthcare
HCL
Hindustan Zinc
HONEYWELL
HP
HSBC
ICICI
IDBI Bank
Infosys
Kotak Securities
L&T Infotech
RBS (Royal Bank of Scotland)
Reliance
Reserve Bank of India
satyam
Standard Chartered bank
SYNTEL
TCS
Wipro
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M.Sc. in Applied Geology
 at 
Pondicherry University 
Entry Requirements

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  • 55%
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M.Sc. in Applied Geology
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Admission Process

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Important Dates

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COURSE
CUET-PG
Dec 18 - 24, 2025
CUET-PG-CUET PG Exam NotificationTentative
Jan 2 - Feb 8, 2026
CUET-PG-CUET PG 2026 Application ProcessTentative
Feb 7 - 10, 2026
CUET-PG-CUET PG 2026 Application Process Online FeeTentative

M.Sc. in Applied Geology
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Pondicherry University 
Cutoffs

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CUET-PG round-wise cutoff Rank: (General-All India)
Round202220232024
125725552
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CUET-PG round-wise cutoff Rank: (General-Home State)
Round20222023
112984
CUET-PG round-wise cutoff Rank: (OBC-All India)
Round202220232024
122722835
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CUET-PG round-wise cutoff Rank: (OBC-Home State)
Round20232024
15263
225-
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M.Sc. in Applied Geology
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Pondicherry University 
 
Students also asked

Q:   Does Pondicherry University provide placement support to BSc students?
A: 

Yes, Pondicherry University does provide support to its students. The university has a placement cell which is responsible for motivating, training and preparing the students of the University and its affiliated Colleges for their successful career placement. Listed below are some of the major activities conducted by the Placement cell:

  • Organising On-and-off-campus interviews
  • Organising training programmes like Personality Development Programmes, Mock Aptitude tests, Group Discussion training and mock interviews
  • Co-ordinating Industrial Visits
  • Co-ordinating semester-long or year-long Project Placement for the Students
  • Supporting Technical Seminars, Conferences, Workshops, etc., organized by various departments
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Q:   Is BSc available in Pondicherry University?
A: 

Yes, Pondicherry University offers a BSc programme with various courses spread across its affiliated colleges. The main campus of the university offers five-year MSc integrated courses for students wanting to pursue PG-integrated courses. Moreover, students seeking admission in regular three-year BSc courses can do so by applying at Pondicherry University’s affiliated colleges.

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Q:   When is CUET PG 2024 Application process starting?
A: 

NTA has released the CUET PG 2024 exam dates. CUET PG 2024 examination is scheduled to be held between March 11 to March 28. As per the exam dates, aspirants who are preparing for CUET PG 2024 examination can expect the CUET PG 2024 application form in the first week of January, 2024.

Before filling up the online application form, candidates are advised to go through the CUET PG eligibility criteria carefully so that candidates doesn't loose their candidature at the time counselling process.

The CUET PG 2024 application form will available online on the CUET PG official website for a period of a month.

Q:   I am offered a seat at Pondicherry University and Central University Tamil Nadu. Which one should I choose?
A: 

Candidates offered MBA seats at both Pondicherry University and Tamil Nadu Universiry can refer to the table below showing comparison between the MBA offered at aforementioned Universities on the basis of total tuition fees, facilities offered and median salary:

Basis of ComparisonPondicherry UniversityCentral University of Tamil Nadu
Median SalaryINR 3.70 LakhINR 3.46 Lakh
Total tuition feeINR 32,000INR 27,015
Facilities offered
  • Library
  • Cafeteria
  • Hostel
  • Sports Complex
  • Gym
  • Hospital / Medical Facilities
  • Wi-Fi Campus
  • Shuttle Service
  • Auditorium
  • Convenience Store
  • Labs
  • Library
  • Cafeteria
  • Hostel
  • Sports Complex
  • Auditorium
  • Labs
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Q:   Which is better University of Hyderabad or Pondicherry University?
A: 

A comparison between MBA offered at University of Hyderabad and Pondicherry University on the basis of median salary offered and total tuition fees is mentioned below:

InstitutePlacement PackageTotal Tuition fees
Pondicherry University

UG 3-year: INR 2.5 LPA (median package)

PG 2-year: INR 4.3 LPA (median package)

INR 24,900 - INR 2.4 lakh
University of HyderabadINR 23 Lakh (highest package)INR 1.70 Lakh - INR 4.7 lakh

NOTE: The mentioned fee is as per official website/sanctioning body. It is subject to changes.

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Answered 6 years ago

Yes, you can join in M.Sc Bilogy in any college, as the subjects that you had in your B.Sc level do not debard you from getting a chance.

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Swapnaneel Bhuiya

Scholar-Level 17

Answered 6 years ago

Hi, Mandatory course: B.Sc (geology) The candidate must have mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology as optional subjects with 55%. Candidates are selected based on the marks obtained in Common Entrance Test (CET) conducted by the Pondicherry University. Yes, you are eligible. For more detailed

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Dr. Uma Sinha

Scholar-Level 17

Answered 6 years ago

Hi, Candidates are selected based on marks obtained in Common Entrance Test (CET) conducted by the Pondicherry University. https://www.shiksha.com/science/course/m-sc-in-applied-geology-pondicherry-university-83402

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Sushant Sharma

Scholar-Level 16

Answered 7 years ago

Sure you can as you are a student of B.Sc geology. For admission in this college you need to have 55% in B.Sc geology and must have Mathematics, Physics,Chemistry, Biology as optional subjects.

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arjun majhee

Contributor-Level 9

Answered 7 years ago

Yes, you are eligible.

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anshuman yadav

Guide-Level 15

Answered 8 years ago

Yes, you are eligible for M.Sc in applied geology.

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