PRIST University (Deemed to be University) Thanjavur Answered Questions

No, there is no entrance exam required for BCom admission at PRIST (deemed-to-be) University. The university admits students to the BCom courses based on their merit in Class 12 and availability of seats in their preferred specialisation. Interested candidates are required to fill out an application form in online/offline mode. Before applying, candidates must ensure that they fulfil the BCom eligibility criteria specified by the university.

Being a reputed institution, PRIST Chennai has been ranked by multiple ranking bodies under various categories. The BTech course offered by the institute has been ranked by Times in 2022. The ranking body placed BTech at PRIST at #50 position, making it the 11th best Times-ranked college in Tamil Nadu.

BSc admissions at PRIST University are subject to the fulfilment of the preset eligibility criteria. The PRIST BSc eligibility criteria for various BSc specialisations has been tabulated below:BSc SpecialisationEligibility CriteriaComputer Science,  Mathematics,  PhysicsA pass in Class 12/ equivalent examination, preferably with Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science or Maths, Physics, Chemistry, BiologyChemistry,  Biochemistry,  Microbiology,  BiotechnologyA pass in Class 12/ equivalent examination, preferably with Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science or Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology 

BSc tuition fee at PRIST University ranges between INR 24,000 and INR 8.1 lakh for the entire course duration. The exact amount depends on the choice of specialisation. The mentioned fee has been sourced from the official website of the institute/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative. Other components included in the total PRIST University fees are hostel fees, medical insurance, mess and other security deposits, etc.

PRIST Chennai BA programme is offered in one speicalisation, i.e. BA in English. BA in English is a 3-year undergraduate degree programme focusing on English Literature as a core subject. The following table highlights some of the jobs best suited for BA English graduates:BA English Top Job Profiles Average Salary (in INR)Academic Writers 4.1 lakh Event Managers 4.8 lakh Librarians 3.4 lakh Administrative Officers 5.4 lakh Copy Editors 3.2 lakh 

Yes, BSc is available at PRIST University as a full-time UG-level programme. The programme is offered in various specialisations, such as Physics, Mathematics, Biochemistry, etc. The duration of BSc courses at PRIST is three years, with BSc in Agriculture being an exception. The duration of this course is four years. Admission to the programme is based on applicant's merit in Class 12.

Pursuing a BCom at PRIST opens career paths leading to private/government jobs in various industries, entrepreneurial ventures, etc. Graduates can also pursue further education with courses like MCom, MBA, etc. Some job positions that BCom graduates of PRIST University can take up are listed below:AccountantBusiness ExecutiveAccounts ManagerTax ConsultantFinancial ConsultantAccount ExecutiveBusiness Consultant

There are only two PRIST University student reviews for PRIST BSc placements on Shiksha.com. The following observations regard BSc placements can be drawn from the available reviews:Nilesh Shinde (Batch of 2017): 60-97 percent students were placed from the batch of 2014-2017. The salary ranged from INR 16,500 to INR 20,000The two reviews gave a one-star rating to BSc placements at PRIST.

PRIST University & SASTRA University offer full-time BA courses. Interested candidates can refer to the following comparing the BA tuition fees at PRIST & SASTRA University:Name of the UniversityBA Tuition FeesBA at PRIST UniversityINR 15,000BA at SASTRA UniversityINR 90,000 - INR 2 lakhNOTE: The mentioned fee has been sourced from the official websites of the institutes/sanctioning bodies. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.Based on the given table, BA at PRIST University is clearly more economical. For more detailed comparison, visit Compare PRIST.

PRIST and VELS School of Engineering provide a BTech in multiple specialisations. To ascertain which among the two has better placements for BTech courses, students can refer to the following table:ParametersBTech at PRISTBTech at VELS School of EngineeringMedian Salary PackageINR 4.1 Lacs - INR 4.2 lakhINR 3.5 Lacs - INR 4.2 lakhStudent Rating for Placements2.7/53.5/5What students say about BTech PlacementsThe placement percentage of the institute is around 50%-75%Students get placed in companies like TVS, Mahindra, Royal Enfield, Yamaha, etc.The placement percentage of the college is around 75-92%Top recruiting companies are IBM, Amazon, TCS, CTS, Wipro, etc.