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Overall, Pondicherry University is a well-respected university with a lot to offer students. If you are looking for a university with strong academics, a beautiful campus, and a relaxed atmosphere, then Pondicherry University is a good option.Here are some specific reviews from students who have attended Pondicherry University:"I really enjoyed my time at Pondicherry University. The faculty were excellent and the research facilities were top-notch. The campus is beautiful and the atmosphere is very relaxed. I would definitely recommend this university to anyone looking for a great place to study." - Sai Kiran, M.Sc. in Physics"I was a little hesitant about coming to Pondicherry University because of the outdated infrastructure, but I was pleasantly surprised. The faculty are really passionate about teaching and the research facilities are excellent. I also really enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere on campus. I would definitely recommend this university to anyone looking for a great place to study." - Anuradha, M.A. in English"I was a little disappointed with the placements at Pondicherry University. There were not as many companies that came to recruit as I had hoped. However, I was able to find a good job after graduation, so it wasn't a major problem. Overall, I had a good experience at Pondicherry University and I would recommend it to others." - Rohan, B.Tech. in Computer Science 

Yes, Pondicherry University, starting in 2022 is enrolling students in its Integrated PG and PG courses via CUET UG and CUET PG exams, respectively.Central University Entrance Test (CUET) is an all-India level entrance exam conducted by NTA for admission in UG courses offered in all the participating institutions. The exam is conducted in a computer-based mode for two hours. Originally CUCET was conducted by UGC in paper-pencil-based mode. Last year onwards, NTA is conducting the test in a computer-based mode. Read more about CUET UG application here. Central University Entrance Test (Postgraduate) or CUET PG is an all-India level entrance exam conducted by NTA for admission to over 40 Central and other participating universities. The CUET PG is conducted once a year in 554 cities in India and 13 international cities. The exam is conducted in a computer-based mode for two hours. Till last year, the exam was known as Central Universities Common Entrance Test (CUCET). Prior to 2021, UGC used to conduct the test in a paper-pencil-based mode. Read more about CUET PG application here. 

Pondicherry University scholarships are offers various on merit and need basis. The scholarship is given to all PG programmes. Names of some of the scholarships are listed below:PG Merit ScholarshipMerit-Cum-Means ScholarshipScholarship for MSc Marine Biology & Disaster ManagementNBHM ScholarshipRajiv Gandhi National Fellowship for SC/ST studentsGovernment of India SC/ ST/ OBC ScholarshipIndira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl ChildIn addition to these scholarships, all the full-time scholars admitted to PhD are eligible for a monthly fellowship of INR 8,000 with contingency. Additionally, all the students of the MSc in Marine Biology and Disaster Management (Port Blair) will get scholarships. Merit scholarships and merit-cum-means scholarships are available for deserving students of PG programmes, namely MSc/ MA and integrated five-year integrated programmes.

In general, the admission process begins in March every year. For the admission session 2025-26, the application process started with the registration process of CUET on the official website of NTA. The university accepts CUET-UG for admission to its PG-integrated courses. To appear for the same, students must have completed their Class 12 with relevant subjects. Additionally, for some courses, candidates are also required to fill out the application form by visiting the university official website.

The average package offered during Pondicherry University UG placements 2023 is not released. However, according to Pondicherry University overall NIRF report 2023, the median package offered during Pondicherry University UG 3-year placements 2022 stood at INR 2.5 LPA. Earlier, the median package offered during Pondicherry University UG 3-year placements 2021 and 2020 stood at INR 2.5 LPA and INR 2.4 LPA, respectively.

Pondicherry University offers MSc across 21 specialisations via the 17 departments under it. These specialisations include Mathematics, Statistics, Ecology, Bioinformatics, Microbiology, Physics, Chemistry and Biotechnology, among various others. This two-year course is spread over four semesters of six months each. For admission to all these courses, students must have completed their Bachelor’s degree in relevant subjects with a minimum of 55% aggregate.

After appearing for the CUET exam and getting a valid score in the same, students are required to register on the official website of Pondicherry University, (provided they meet the minimum eligibility) and register there for final seat allotment. A few details about the registration process, post CUET UG results are out, is as follows:Register online for counselling on Pondicherry University's official website.Candidates need to pay the application fees which is: INR 250 for General, EWS & OBC NCL category students and INR 150 for SC/ST candidates. For each additional subject, General, EWS & OBC NCL category students need to pay INR 100 and all SC/ST candidates are required to pay INR 50.There is, however, no application fee charged for PwD and Transgender candidates.

Starting 2022, the admission process for integrated PG and PG courses at Pondicherry University shifted to CUET UG and CUET PG-based. For admission to various UG and PG courses at Pondicherry University, students need to follow an admission process that consists of mainly four steps. Find them below:Step 1: Register for Pondicherry University UG Counselling via CUET UG1.1: Appear for CUET exam.1.2: CUET UG result declaration.1.3: Online registration for counselling on Pondicherry University's official website. Candidates need to pay the application fees which is: INR 250 for General, EWS & OBC NCL category students and INR 150 for SC/ST candidates. For each additional subject, General, EWS & OBC NCL category students need to pay INR 100 and all SC/ST candidates are required to pay INR 50. There is, however, no application fee charged for PwD and Transgender candidates.1.4: Certificate and document verification.Step 2: Merit List Release and Document Verification upon Selection: Display of merit list on Pondicherry University's official website.Step 3: Confirmation of Admission: To confirm admission students can make admission fee payments to secure their seat. In case students have applied for some other universities basis CUET,  predict the institutions you can get into based on your CUET Rank Now!

Admission to all distance education programmes of Pondicherry University is done on the basis of merit scores in the last qualifying exam. While the UG students get admission on the basis of their Class 12 scores, PG aspirants of distance learning at Pondicherry University are offered admission subject to their merit at the UG level. Admissions to distance learning courses are offered twice a year – Jan to Mar and then from Jul to Aug. Those meeting the course-wise eligibility can secure admission to this university.