Periyar University Distance Education Admission 2024 | Courses & Fees Details

Periyar University Distance Education: Periyar University was established in the year 1997. The Periyar University is named after a renowned social reformer popularly called “Thanthai Periyar”. Periyar University Distance Education is accredited by the University Grants Commission with 2f, 12 (B), and re-accredited with NAAC ‘A’ in the year of 2015. The Periyar University is located on the National Highway (NH7) towards Bangalore at about 8 Kms from the Salem city. The Periyar Institute of Distance Education (PRIDE) offers various undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Periyar university distance education study materials are supplied to the students well in advance. The Periyar Institute of Distance Education also offers jobs for its students.

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How to Apply for Periyar University Distance Education

You can apply for Periyar University Distance Education by both Online and Offline.
The cost of the application form is Rs. 300/- (In case of purchase or download) and Rs. 500/- (if you send this by post). For MCA and MBA courses, the fee is Rs. 500/- and Rs. 750/- respectively. For all other PG programs, the application fee is Rs. 300/-. For Certificate and Diploma courses, the fee is Rs. 100/-.

Online Mode: To apply online you have to visit the official website of Periyar University Distance Education and download the application form. Then you have to fill it manually and have to send it to Register, Periyar University, Salem 636 011. With Demand Draft/ Bank Challan and Self Attested necessary documents.

Offline Mode: To apply offline you have to visit the university study center and fill the form manually. And have to submit the form with Demand Draft/ Bank Challan and Self Attested necessary documents.

Documents to Apply for Periyar University Distance Education

• Photocopy Mark sheet of Class 10 and 12
• Photocopy of Provisional or Degree Certificates (if any)
• Photocopy of Community Certificate (if any)
• Photocopy of Common Entrance Test Result SET/ NET/ GATE clearance Certificates.
• Part-Time Candidates have to submit Service Certificate as on date and No Objection Certificate obtained from the concerned Institution
• Certificate of disablement (only for the disabled students)

Periyar University Distance Education Courses Offered, Eligibility, Fees

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Courses offered by the Periyar University Distance Education

• B.Sc. Medical Technology
• B.Sc. Micro Biology
• B.Sc. Home Science
• B.Sc. Physics
• B.Sc. Biochemistry
• B.Sc. Chemistry
• B.Sc. Mathematics
• B.Sc. Botany
• B.Sc. Zoology
• B.Sc. IT
• B.Sc. CS
  Eligibility Criteria to apply and fee for B. Sc. Course in PRIDE:
  • 10+2 with Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics/ Botany/ Zoology/ Biology/ Botany (Academic or vocational stream).
  • The fee for the B.Sc. course is Rs. 18,470/-, and Rs. 32,195/- for Biotech, Microbiology, IT, Computer Science

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Courses offered by the Periyar University Distance Education:

• B.A. Sociology
• B.A. History
• B.A. Hindi
• B. A. Political Science
• B.A. Geography
• B.A. Education
• B.A. Economics
• B.A. English
  Eligibility Criteria to apply for B.A. Course in PRIDE:
  • Candidate must have to pass 10+2 or equivalent exam in the concerned subject.
  • The fee for B.A. Course is Rs. 6,845/-

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Courses offered by the Periyar University Distance Education:

• BBA Human Resources
• BBA Sales & Marketing
• BBA Finance
• BBA Applications
• BBA International Business
• BBA Banking
• BBA Hardware
• BBA networking
  Eligibility Criteria to apply for BBA Course in PRIDE:
  • To apply for BBA in PRIDE candidates must have to pass 10+2 in academic or vocational stream.
  • Fee for the BBA course is Rs. 6,845/-

Bachelor of Commerce (B. Com.) Courses offered by the Periyar University Distance Education:

• B.Com.
• B.Com. Computer Applications
  Eligibility Criteria to apply for B. Com. Course in PRIDE:
  • To apply for B. Com. in PRIDE candidates must have to pass 10+2 in academic or vocational stream.
  • Fee for the B.Com course is Rs. 6,845/-

Diploma Courses offered by the Periyar University Distance Education:

• Journalism and Mass Communication
• Hospital Management
• Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
• Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
• Business Management
• Early Child Care Education
• Air Hostess and Flight / Cruise / Stewardship
• Multimedia and Retail Management.
• Medical Laboratory Technology
• Radio Imaging Technology
• Arts & Crafts
• Refraction Optometry Technology
• Yoga
  Eligibility criteria to apply for the Diploma Courses in Periyar University Distance Education:
  • Candidates must have passed the 10+2 exam to be eligible for the Diploma programs.
  • The fee for the B.Com course is between Rs. 2,943/- to Rs. 8,520/-

Certificate Courses offered by the Periyar University Distance Education:

• Laboratory Technology
• Radio Imaging Technology
• Air Hostess
• Retail Management
• Auto CAD & UNI Graphics, Auto CAD & CATIA
  Eligibility criteria to apply for the CertificateCourses in Periyar University Distance Education:
  • Candidates must have passed class 10th.
  • For Auto CAD & CATIA, Auto CAD & UNI Graphics Candidate must have to pass 10+2 or its equivalent from a recognized board.
  • The fee for the Certificate Course is between Rs. 2,800/- to Rs. 6,700/-

M. Sc. Courses offered by the Periyar University Distance Education:

• M. Sc. Physics, Eligibility criteria: B.Sc. degree in Physics Main or B.Sc. in Applied Physics. Fees for this course is Rs. 23,210/-
• Chemistry, Eligibility criteria: B.Sc. degree with a specialization in Industrial Chemistry/ Applied Chemistry/ or any other specialization in Chemistry. Fees for this course is Rs. 23,210/-
• Zoology, Eligibility criteria: B.Sc. in Zoology / Advanced Zoology / Animal Sciences Fees for this course is Rs.
• 23,210/-
• Botany, Eligibility criteria: B.Sc. in Botany with any Ancillary Subject. Fees for this course is Rs. 23,210/-
• Microbiology, Eligibility criteria: B.Sc. in Microbiology/ Botany/ Zoology/ Environmental Science/
• Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Chemistry/ Home Science/ Nutrition and Dietetics/ B.Sc., MLT/ Genetics/
• Bioinformatics/ Marine Biology. Fees for this course is Rs. 23,210/-
• Mathematics, Eligibility criteria: B.Sc. Math or Computer Applications from a recognized university. Fees for this course is Rs. 7,350/-
• IT, Eligibility criteria: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline. Fees for this course is Rs. 23,210/-.
• Bio-Technology, Eligibility criteria: B.Sc. in Biotechnology/ Botany/ Zoology/ Biology/ Microbiology/ Bioinformatics/ Biochemistry/ Chemistry/Agriculture/ Marine Biology/ Home Science/ Farm Science/ Nutrition and Dietetics/ Integrated Biology/ Plant Science/ Animal Science/ Fisheries Science/ Mathematics with Physics, Chemistry as Ancillary. Fees for this course is Rs. 23,210/-.
• Environmental Science, Eligibility criteria: B.Sc. in Environmental Sciences/ Botany/ Zoology Biotechnology/Biochemistry/ Chemistry/ Home Sciences/ Nutrition and Dietetics/ Genetics/ Bio-informatics/ Marine Biology or a Bachelor degree in Agriculture/ Animal Science/ Medicine or Veterinary Sciences/ Pharmacy.Fees for this course is Rs. 23,210/-.
• Electronics, Eligibility criteria: B.Sc. in Electronics and Communication / Tele – Communication/ Electronics/ Physics/ Industrial Electronics/ Computer Science/ BCA.

M.A. course offered by the Periyar University Distance Education:

• Tamil
• History
• Human Rights Journalism & Mass Comm.
• Public Administration
• Sociology
• Human Resource Management
• Master of Social Work
• English
• Education
  Eligibility Criteria:
  • Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
  • Bachelor’s degree with Part II English to apply for M.A. English.
  • Bachelor’s degree with B.Ed. to apply for an Education course.

Periyar University Distance Education also offers M.Com. course.
Eligibility Criteria:

• B. Com or any other bachelor’s degree with Accountancy as one of the papers.
• Fees for this course is Rs. 5,998/-

MBA courses offered by the Periyar University Distance Education:

• General
• Airline and Airport Management
  Eligibility Criteria for MBA Course:
  • Candidates must have to pass Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
  • Fees for this course is Rs. 41,590/-

PG Diploma Courses offered by the Periyar University Distance Education:

• PGDCA
• Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
• Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
• Hotel Management and Tourism
• Journalism and Mass Communication
• Business Management
• TeleCommunication Management
• International Business
• Guidance and Counseling
  Eligibility Criteria for PG Diploma Course:
  • Candidates must have to pass a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
  • The fees for this course are between Rs. 5,660/- to Rs. 8,936/-.

Periyar University Distance Education Contact Number or Address

Best of Luck for your Higher Education!

Periyar University Distance Education application form FAQs

Question 1.
How to fill the Periyar University Distance Education Application Form?

Answer:
The Application form of Periyar University can be filled by both online mode and offline mode. But you have to send the printed application form after filling it with Demand Draft/ Bank Challan and self-attested necessary documents.

Question 2.
What I have to carry while going for the Periyar University entrance exam?

Answer:
You must have to take the Admit Card/ Hall ticket, an ID card (Voter card, Aadhaar Card, PAN Card), and Dot pen (Black & Blue).

Question 3.
What is the cost of the application form of Periyar University?

Answer:
The cost of the application form is Rs. 300/- (In case of purchase or download) and Rs. 500/- (if you send this by post). For MCA and MBA courses, the fee is Rs. 500/- and Rs. 750/- respectively. For all other PG programs, the application fee is Rs. 300/-. For Certificate and Diploma courses, the fee is Rs. 100