Master of Business Administration (MBA) 

at Pondicherry University, Pondicherry

Yes, Pondicherry University offers 10 full-time two-year MBA programmes spread over four semesters of six months each along with a part-time MBA to the students. This is offered via its Department of Management Studies, Department of Tourism Studies, Department of International Business and Department of Banking Technology, among various others. A specialisation-wise seat intake is as follows:

Course Name	Seat Intake
General MBA (Dept. of Management Studies)	168
MBA in Data Analytics (Self Financing)	50
MBA in Part-Time (Self Financing)	40
MBA in Tourism & Travel Management	89
MBA in Banking Technology	91
MBA in Financial Technology	50
MBA in International Business	91
MBA in Insurance Management (Karaikal campus	50
General MBA (Dept. of Management Studies, Karaikal campus)	30
General MBA (Dept. of Management Studies, Port Blair campus)	30
Logistics & Supply Chain Management	50

The total tuition fee for MBA at Pondicherry University ranges between INR 24,930 and INR 2.4 lakh. In addition to this, students are required to pay a registration fee of INR 300 while filling out their application form. The aforementioned tuition fee is sourced from official sources/sanctioning body. It is subject to changes. Hence, is indicative. For the exact course fee and its break-up, students are advised to visit the official website or check the ‘PG Admission Brochure’ of the university.

While the details of the component-wise fee can be obtained from the official brochure, some of the components which are part of the overall MBA course fee include registration fee, matriculation fee, sports fund, medical examination/facilities fund, library fund, computer lab fund, amenities development fund, students’ welfare fund and caution deposit (refundable), among various others.

Pondicherry University MBA average package data is not released. However, according to Pondicherry University NIRF report 2024, the median package offered over the past three years during Pondicherry University PG 2-year placements is presented below:

Particulars	PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2021)	PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2022)	PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2023)
Median package	INR 3.7 LPA	INR 4.3 LPA	INR 6.5 LPA

Admission to Pondicherry University MBA is entrance-based. Interested candidates need to appear for CUET-PG entrance test. The candidates whose CUET PG score matches the Pondicherry University MBA Cutoff will get shortlisted for the GDPI round. The final admission offers will be given after the successfull completion of the GDPI round.

Pondicherry University MBA placement report is not released. However, as per the NIRF report 2024 released by the University, the number of students placed over the past three years during Pondicherry University PG 2-year placements are presented below:

Particulars	PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2021)	PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2022)	PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2023)
Total students	1959	2145	2825
Students placed	580	1464	1592
Students opted for higher studies	240	395	477

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.