Pondicherry University Answered Questions

The application fee for the BA in English course at the Directorate of Distance Education (DDE) under Pondicherry University is INR 200 for the general category candidates, INR 125 for SC/ST candidates.There is no fee applicable for differently abled candidates.

The last date to apply for DDE Pondicherry University admission for the 2024-25 academic year is 15th October 2024. Students can apply for admission online through the DDE portal on the Pondicherry University website. They can also visit a DDE Spot Admission Centre with the required documents.  Students can verify their certificates online at a scheduled time or at a Spot Admission Centre.For more information kindly contact the Admission cell of the University 

The average salary offered to students for an MBA at the Directorate of Distance Education (DDE) Pondicherry University in session 2023 was INR 6.5 LPA.In 2024, IFFCO Tokio placed eight MBA students in the Insurance Management program at Pondicherry University with an annual package of INR 6 lakh. The students were offered the role of Management Trainee.For more information kindly visit the University's official website or contact the placement cell of the University.

Tabulated below is a comparison between the BTech courses at Pondicherry University and Sri Manakula Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College (SMVEC) based on fees and Shiksha rating:College/UniversityShiksha RatingFeesBTech at Pondicherry University3.9/5INR 42,080 - INR 6.17 lakhBTech at Sri Manakula Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College (SMVEC)3.8/5INR 1.70 LakhNote: The above information is taken from various official sources. Hence, it is indicative.

The total fee for the Pondicherry University BA programme is a combination of components. Some of these are tuition fees, hostel fees, exam fees, etc. Combining all, the total fee for BA ranges from INR 72,700 to INR 2.19 lakh. Those who wish to know the breakdown of this total fees can check the below table:Fee componentsAmountTuitionINR 933 – INR 61,000HostelINR 71,300  - INR 1.48 lakhOne-time PaymentINR 735 – INR 9,580Total feeINR 72,700 – INR 2.19 lakhNote: The above-mentioned fee is as per the official sources. However, it is indicative and subject to change.

Yes, the Directorate of Distance Education (DDE) at Pondicherry University offers scholarships and financial assistance, including:  Merit-Cum-Means ScholarshipThis scholarship is based on a student's merit in each semester and their parents' income. To be eligible, students must: Have a monthly attendance of atleast 70% . Student should have passed all the semester exams.Have a parental annual income of not more than INR 2,50,000.Scholarships for SC/ST studentsStudents who are permanent residents of the state or union territory where they are admitted can apply for scholarships from the state or union territory government.  Other scholarshipsPondicherry University also offers other scholarships, including the PG Merit Scholarship, Scholarship for MSc Marine Biology & Disaster Management, NBHM Scholarship, Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship for SC/ST students, and Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child.  

The renewal of Pondicherry University BA scholarships is done based on merit scored in the semester exams. The first three candidates who secured the highest marks in the previous semester (SGPA) are awarded merit scholarships. Tabulated below is the scholarship amount awarded:RankScholarship AmountFirstINR 2,000 per monthSecondINR 1,500 per monthThirdINR 1,000 per month 

The eligibility criteria for the Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication (BJMC) program at the Directorate of Distance Education (DDE) of Pondicherry University is to have passed 10+2 or 11+1. Students can apply for the program online through the DDE portal on the Pondicherry University website or by visiting a DDE Spot Admission Centre.Here are some other things to know about the DDE program: The medium of instruction is English.  The course is three years long, but the maximum duration to complete it is six years. 

Eligibility for graduation in the Directorate of Distance Education (DDE) at Pondicherry University requires candidates to have completed their 10+2 education or an equivalent qualification from a recognized board. For postgraduate courses, a bachelor's degree in the relevant field is mandatory. Additionally, students must have completed the prescribed coursework, assignments, and examinations successfully within the given timeframe to qualify for graduation.

Presented below is a comparison between the BTech courses at Pondicherry University and Achariya College of Engineering Technology, based on fees, and Shiksha rating:College/UniversityShiksha RatingFeesBTech at Pondicherry University3.9/5INR 42,080 - INR 6.17 lakhBTech at Achariya College of Engineering Technology4.0/5INR 1.70 LakhNote: The above information is taken from various official sources. Hence, it is indicative.