Integrated B.A. + M.A. in Social and Economic Administration and Law 

at Pondicherry University, Pondicherry

Pondicherry University accepts CUET PG scores for admission to various courses, including BA. As per 2022 cutoff information, the CUET cutoff score for BA admissions ranged from 219 to 256. Thus, a score between this range and greater than this may be safe to get admission. Moreover, students are advised to visit the official website of the university for the latest updates.

At the time of application form filling, it is essential that students pay the application fee. Only after successful payment would students be able to submit the form. The PU application fee varies for different specialisations. Tabulated below is the specialisation-wise application fee:

Category	Application Fee (Amount)
General, EWS, and OBC NCL	INR 250
SC/ST	INR 150

Note: The above-mentioned fee is as per the official sources. However, it is indicative and subject to change.

To determine which specialisation is toughest to get into, one can decide by comparing the cutoff scores. As per the 2022 cutoffs, Integrated BA + MA in Social and Economic Administration and Law stood as the most competitive one with a score of 256. The cutoff for other courses ranged from 219-242.

Yes, students enrolled in the BA courses at Pondicherry University have to study two types of core courses, hard and soft. The hard core courses are mandatory to be studied and cannot be changed. Students can choose soft core courses as per their interests. Some of the core subjects included in the BA (H) curriculum at Pondicherry University are:

• Historiography and Historical Methods
• Introduction to the Study of Archaeology
• Introduction to World Civilizations
• Functional English
• Pre History and Proto history of India
• History of Western Political Ideas and Statecraft

Pondicherry University's Integrated BA + MA in History is spread over ten semesters. At the end of the course duration, students must have secured a minimum of 192 credits for the award of the degree. To gain these credits, students have to study various hard and soft core courses each semester and pass the respective examinations. For passing each hard core course, students get 4 credits, and for passing each soft core course, three credits. Moreover, students are free to choose any course offered by other departments as soft core during a particular semester.

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.

Pondicherry University accepts CUET UG scores for admission to UG courses. The Pondicherry University CUET cutoff 2024 to get BTech admission closed at a ranged between 2 and 284, among the All India quota candidates. Thus, it is possible to get admission at Pondicherry University with a CUET UG of 200 score. Candidates can check out the courses available at this score:

Course	2024
Integrated B.A. + M.A. in Social and Economic Administration and Law	123
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)	101
B.A. (Hons.) in Economics	112
B.A. (Hons.) in English	171
B.A. (Hons.) in French (Translation & Interpretation)	87
B.A. (Hons.) in History	94
B.A. (Hons.) in Media and Communication	134
B.A. (Hons.) in Philosophy	106
B.A. (Hons.) in Political Science	116
B.A. (Hons.) in Sociology	87
B.A. (Hons.) in Tamil	26
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Computer Science	120
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Life Sciences	182
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Mathematics	90
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Statistics	164
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering	176
B.Tech. in Energy Science and Technology	143
B.Tech. in Material Science and Technology	126
BPA (Hons.) in Drama and Theatre Arts	13
BVA (Hons.) in Painting	2
Integrated B.Tech. + MBA in Computer Science and Business System	72
B.A. (Hons.) in Professional English	152
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com. Hons.)	146

The total tuition fee for Pondicherry University BSc courses is INR 1,100 to 1.1 lakh as per official sources. However, it is still subject to changes. Hence, it is, indicative. Apart from this, the fee structure for Pondicherry University courses contains various other fee components such as Registration & Processing Fee, Study Material & Handling Charges, Matriculation Fee, etc. Students are advised to visit the official site of the university to find out the detailed fee structure.

{Source: M.E./M.Tech students & alumni}

Based on the feedback from students and alumni, here's what can be concluded:

* Faculty: Experienced and knowledgeable professors provide excellent teaching and guidance, making the learning experience worthwhile.
* Placement Record: While the university does not offer placement support, students have reported securing internships and jobs in top companies like Siemens Games, Vestas, and SunPower, with a maximum package of INR80 LPA and an average package ranging from INR8-10 LPA.
* Infrastructure: The university has excellent infrastructure, providing facilities like project exposure, industry exposure, and well-equipped labs, along with Wi-Fi availability throughout the campus.
* Curriculum: The curriculum is industry-oriented and prepares students for real-world challenges, with emphasis on practical knowledge and coding skills.
* Campus Life: Students enjoy a vibrant campus life with multiple hangout spots, cafeterias, and a lush green environment.
* Research Opportunities: The university offers research support programs, providing students with hands-on experience and helping them stay updated with industry trends.
* Overall Experience: Despite limitations in placement support, students have reported having a positive experience at Pondicherry University, citing supportive faculties, good infrastructure, and a strong curriculum.

In summary, while Pondicherry University may not have a robust placement record, its strengths lie in its faculty, infrastructure, curriculum, and campus life, making it a good option for M.E./M.Tech aspirants seeking a holistic educational experience.

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.