M.Sc. in Geography 

at Punjabi University Patiala, Patiala

The two-year MSc The programme offered by Punjabi University in 16 specialisations. Out of all these, admission to three specialisations is offered via an entrance test conducted by the University. For the remaining thirteen specialisations, admission is based on merit scores in the qualifying exam. The basic eligibility criteria is a pass in BA/ BSc With a minimum aggregate of 50% (45% in the case of SC/ST & Physically Handicapped students).

Punjabi University offers good placements annually for courses like MBA, MCA and BTech, etc. The placements are going on for the Class of 2024. The highest package offered during Punjabi University placements in 2024 stood at INR 11 LPA. In 2023, over 35 recruiters participated and presented over 141 placements to the batch 2023. The key highlights of Punjabi University placements for the Class of 2023 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)
Highest package	INR 13.70 LPA
Average package	INR 5 LPA
No. of offers	141+
No. of multiple offers	25+
No. of recruiters	35+
Top recruiters	Infosys, Cvent, Quark, Cognizant, Futures First

Punjabi University is well known for its BTech courses. The University offers good placement for BTech courses annually. The placements are going on for the Class of 2024. As per the latest record, 23 recruiters participated in the recent Punjabi University placements and presented various job offers to the BTech and MCA batch 2024. The highest package offered during Punjabi University placements in 2024 stood at INR 11 LPA. Check out the key highlights of the overall Punjabi University placements for the Class of 2023 in the table below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)
the highest package	INR 13.70 LPA
Average package	INR 5 LPA
No. of offers	141+
No. of multiple offers	25+
No. of recruiters	35+

Punjabi University imparts over 800 courses in a variety of fields ranging from Engineering, Law, Science, Arts & Humanities, Commerce and Accounting, Management, Computers & IT, Pharmacy to Library sciences, and many more. Admission to all these courses is based on the aggregate score of the candidates in the qualifying exams. Tabulated below are a few Punjabi University courses along with their percentage:

Class 12 with 45-50 %

Courses	Eligibility
BTech	Class 12 with 45-60 %
BA	Class 12 with 50 % Bachelor's Degree with 45-50 %
BSc	Class 12 with 45-60 %
MSc	Bachelor's Degree with 50 %
BA	Class 12 with 33-50 %
BA
Check here for course-wise percentage required.

To get admission into BSc courses offered at Punjabi University Patiala, candidates are required to qualify their Class 12 from Science stream with relevant subjects (according to the chosen specialisation selcted by candidates. For admission, candidates must have completed their higher senior secondary from CBSE, PSEB, ISC, UP Board,   Maharashtra HSC, MPBSE, Punjabi University Admission. Additionally, the university also accepts valid scores of CUET for admission. 

Upon securing admission at Punjabi University, students must promptly settle the admission fee. This payment is critical as it confirms their seat in the university and facilitates a smooth enrollment process. It marks a pivotal step in the journey toward academic pursuits and gaining access to the diverse educational offerings at Punjabi University. The university's fee structure encompasses various components, including one-time fees and potential hostel fees, contributing to the overall educational experience.

Hostel fees for Engineering Hostels (I. e. Band Singh Bahadur, Mai Bhago Hostel & Bebe Nanki) is INR 920 per month whereas for other Hostels it is INR 420 per month. There are six residential Hostels for boys and seven residential Hostels for girls. The Hostels have all modern amenities for comfortable living for 4000 students. The hostels are given on a merit basis only. The students of low-income groups can be given free accommodation in the University Hostels. Residents of a hostel, where a cooperative mess is being run shall have to pay INR 5000 in advance as a mess bill. This amount is refundable/adjustable as and when the student leaves the hostel or the mess is closed permanently.

The fee range for B.Tech at Punjabi University, as reported from unofficial sources, varies from 20,000 to 1,052,970 INR. It's essential to note that these figures are indicative and subject to change. Alongside the tuition costs, students are required to pay a hostel fee of 9,600 INR, contributing to the overall expenses associated with the programme. Prospective students should check with the university for the most accurate and up-to-date fee information.