Periyar University Admission 2026

Periyar University

Salem, Tamil Nadu · PU · Estd. 1997

UG Closed PG Closed PhD Open

Periyar University 2026-27 regular UG/PG admissions last date was 15 February 2026 (concluded). PRIDE distance education applications accepted till 28 February 2026 with form fee Rs 354. PhD admissions remain open through the PU PhD entrance. Updated: 2026-05-09

About Periyar University

Periyar University is a public state university located at Salem, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1997 by the Tamil Nadu Government through the Periyar University Act, the university is named after the social reformer Thanthai Periyar. The 660-acre main campus on the foothills of the Yercaud hills serves the western Tamil Nadu region with affiliated colleges across Salem, Namakkal, Krishnagiri and Dharmapuri districts.

Periyar University has 33 university departments organised into 17 schools, 4 constituent colleges and 100+ affiliated colleges. It offers UG, PG, MPhil and PhD programmes across humanities, social sciences, sciences, education, computer science, biotechnology, biochemistry, microbiology, geology, food science, management (PRIMS), commerce, and Tamil studies. The university also operates the Periyar Centre for Distance Education (PRIDE).

Periyar University admissions are largely merit-based on qualifying-examination marks. MBA/MCA admissions accept TANCET 2026 scores. PhD admissions are through the PU PhD entrance plus interview. Distance education through PRIDE runs in two annual sessions and accepts applications throughout the year up to programme-specific cut-offs.

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Application fee: ₹354 (General) / ₹354 (Reserved) · Official site ↗

Entrance Exams

Multiple modes accepted

Merit + TANCET (MBA/MCA) + PU PhD entrance

Conducted by Periyar University, Salem

Most Periyar University UG and PG admissions are merit-based on qualifying-examination marks. MBA/MCA admissions accept TANCET 2026 scores conducted by Anna University. PhD admissions are through the PU PhD entrance plus interview. Distance education through PRIDE accepts applications across the academic year.

Other accepted exams

Merit (Class 12 / Bachelor's)
TANCET
PU PhD Entrance
UGC-NET
GATE

Eligibility

UG: Class 10+2 from a recognised board with subject combinations as per programme; minimum 40-50% (relaxation for SC/ST/MBC/BC). PG: Bachelor's degree in the relevant discipline with at least 50% (45% for SC/ST/MBC/BC). MBA/MCA: Bachelor's with at least 50% and a valid TANCET 2026 score. PhD: Master's with 55%+ and qualifying UGC-NET / GATE / PU PhD entrance plus interview.

Important Dates

Event	Date	Stage	Portal	Status
Periyar University 2026-27 regular UG/PG — last date	TBA – 15 Feb 2026	Application	periyaruniversity.ac.in	Closed
Periyar University PRIDE distance education — last date	TBA – 28 Feb 2026	Application	periyaruniversity.ac.in	Closed
TANCET 2026 — exam (PU MBA/MCA)	09 May 2026	Entrance	tancet.annauniv.edu	Closed
Periyar University PhD entrance — applications open	TBA	Entrance	periyaruniversity.ac.in	Open

How to Apply

Previous Year Cutoffs

Cutoffs will be published here once last year's data is verified.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for eligible candidates at this university.

Periyar University offers Tamil Nadu Government Post-Matric scholarships for SC/ST/MBC/BC, the Free Education scheme for BPL families, the Periyar Endowment scholarships, fee concessions for Single Girl Child and differently-abled candidates, and Government of India Post-Matric scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal.

Reservations

Tamil Nadu state reservation policy applies: BC 26.5%, BC-Muslims 3.5%, MBC 20%, SC 15%, SC-Arunthathiyar 3%, ST 1%, plus 7.5% horizontal Government School Quota. EWS, PwBD, sports and ex-servicemen quotas per the PU prospectus.

Results & Merit Lists

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission process at Periyar University?

Periyar University admits students primarily through Merit + TANCET (MBA/MCA) + PU PhD entrance. After the entrance exam result, candidates register on the university's CSAS (or equivalent) portal, fill college and programme preferences, and accept seats round-by-round.

What is the application fee at Periyar University?

For 2026, the application fee is ₹354 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹354 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

When does Periyar University declare its cutoff?

Cutoffs at Periyar University are released after each round of seat allotment. CSAS/portal-based universities typically publish round-wise allocation lists; merit-based universities release a single merit list. Watch the Important Dates section above for exact dates.

Does Periyar University accept Merit + TANCET (MBA/MCA) + PU PhD entrance scores?

Merit + TANCET (MBA/MCA) + PU PhD entrance is the primary basis for admission at Periyar University. See the Entrance Exams section for details on accepted exams.