PRIST University is a private university established in the year 2009. The university is also known as Ponnaiyah Ramajayam Institute of Science and Technology University. The university has the affiliation of Bharathidasan University. The university has been recognised by the Tamil Nadu Government and the UGC. The university has received the prestigious NAAC accreditation and has been approved by the AICTE. Bar Council of India (BCI), Council of Architecture (COA), Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), and NCTE have approved PRIST University.
PRIST University courses are offered through eight schools of study which have been listed below:
A total of 49 PRIST University courses are offered in Science, Engineering, Law, Medicines, Arts, Management, and research streams with an intake of approximately 900 students in total. PRIST University fees structure varies from programme to programme. PRIST University has also collaborated with IBM –ICE (Innovative Centre for Education) to offer specialised academic programmes like Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning and the Internet of Things. As a result, the PRIST University has attained the MHRD Innovation Council's membership in 2019.
The PRIST University campus spreads over 11 acres of land which includes infrastructural facilities such as gym, café, museum, art gallery, student service center, yoga center, health center, hostel, transportation, playground, etc.
For PRIST University admissions to the Puducherry campus, students are selected based on their marks in entrance exams. The entrance exams are different for different courses, like for admission in B.Arch, NATA score is needed, GATE for M.Tech, JEE for B.Tech, CAT for MBA, and interview for Ph.D. For some PRIST University courses, admissions are based on the marks obtained in the immediate degree for other courses.
PRIST University placement drive has witnessed participation from reputed companies during their placement program. These include Amazon, Acurus Solutions, Apollo Pharmacy, Cognizant, Infosys, TCS, Magus Technologies, Robert Bosch, Vel Tech, and many more.
Course | Specializations | Eligibility Criteria |
B.E (Engineering) | Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Engineering (IBM Collaborated), Internet of Things (IBM Collaborated), Civil Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering | 10+2 passed with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the Chemistry / Biology / Technical Vocational /biotechnology subjects with 45% aggregate (40% in case of reserved category) |
M.Tech (Engineering) | Structural Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, Communication Systems, Power Systems, Manufacturing Technology | Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the relevant field. 50MathsMaths,% (45% for the reserved category) in the qualifying Examination |
B.Ed & M.Ed (Education) | Tamil, English, Mathematics, Physical Science, Biological Science, Social Science, Commerce, Computer Science, Economics, History, Geography | Relevant Graduate Degree with 55% of Marks. |
M.Phil | Tamil, English, Computer Science, Physics, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Math, Education | Relevant Post Graduate Degree with 55% of Marks. |
Ph.D (Research) | Physics, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Math, Education | Relevant Post Graduate Degree with 55% of Marks. |
B.Pharm | Bachelor of Pharmacy | H.S.C / S.S.C or equivalent qualification with Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Mathematics with a minimum aggregate of 60%. |
BBA | Bachelor of Business Administration | 50% aggregate in 12th or equivalent |
MBA | Master of Business Administration | 50% aggregate in bachelor's degree |
B.Arch | Bachelor of Architecture | 10+2 passed with 50% aggregate with math subject (NATA Qualified required) |
B.A/ M.A | Bachelor of Arts (Tamil / English) Master of Arts (English / Tamil ) | 10+2 in any stream and for Masters, relevant Graduation degree with 55% aggregate. |
B.Sc/ M.Sc | Bachelor of Science (Computer Science / Physics / Biotechnology / Chemistry / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Maths / Computer Science / Agriculture), M.A - Master of Science (Computer Science / Physics /Biotechnology / Chemistry / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Maths) | 10+2 with Chemistry / Physics / Mathematics / Biology / Computer Science and for Masters, relevant Graduation degree with 55% aggregate. |
LL.B/ B.Com LL.B/ BBA LL.B/ B.Sc LL.B | Commerce, Chemistry, Business, Management and Law | 10+2 and graduation for 5 years integrated and 3 years LL. B courses respectively with 45% aggregate. |
BCA | Bachelor of Computer Applications | 10+2 with Chemistry / Physics / Mathematics / Biology / Computer Science. |
MCA | Master of Computer Applications | Relevant Graduation degree |
The PRIST University Puducherry Training and Placement Cell is a directorate with the practical knowledge that drives change and transforms its students by harnessing their knowledge and experience; allowing them to flourish, develop and grow. As per the official website, the average PRIST University placement percentage has remained at 83% for the last 3 years.
Top Recruitment Companies | ABT Maruti, Amazon, Acurus Solutions, Apollo Pharmacy, BVK Fibrotek Engineers Pvt Ltd., Cognizant Technology Solutions, OMEGA Weld Rod Systems, Infosys, TATA Consultancy Services, Soliton Technologies Pvt Ltd, Allsec Technologies, Nouveau Medicament, Magus Technologies, VMV, Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions Limited, Vel Tech. Engineering Works, Senlogic Automation Private Limited, DSM Soft (P) Ltd |
Stats Degree Wise/ Overall | Maximum Package – 6.5 Lakhs Minimum Package – 1.1 Lakhs Average Package – 2.4 Lakhs Total offers – 720 Percent of students placed – 84% Top roles offered - Software Developer, Testing Officer, Customer Executive |
Sector-wise Placements | Computer Science, Business Management, and Computer Application departments have the highest placements, while mechanical and civil engineering departments have the lowest placements (33%) |
Past Recruiters | ABT Maruti, Acurus Solutions, Apollo Pharmacy, BVK Fibrotek Engineers Pvt Ltd., Cognizant Technology Solutions, OMEGA Weld Rod Systems, Infosys, TATA Consultancy Services |
Placement Process | Companies visit the campus for recruitment and throw numerous rounds, aptitude test and group discussion and interviews to select suitable candidates. |
Course | OC | BC | SC | ST |
B.E. – Civil Engineering | 152 | 142 | 128 | 00 |
B.E. – Electrical & Electronics Engg. (EEE) | 139 | 132 | 98 | 00 |
B.E. – Computer Science & Engg. (CSE) | 140 | 131 | 86 | 00 |
BE – Mechanical Engineering | 119 | 112 | 84 | 00 |
B.E. – Electronics & Communication Engg. (ECE) | 162 | 155 | 114 | 00 |
PRIST University Cutoff/exam are going to be evaluated on many factors like
Ranked For | Ranking (TOI) |
Overall Courses | 8 |
For B.Tech | 64 |
For BBA/BBM | 60 |
Apart from these rankings, PRIST University is honored by many awards, such as:
The top facilities available in the PRIST University PuducherryCampus are:
Students at PRIST, who come from the economically weaker sections of the society, can avail the scholarship facility made available in the PRIST University based on their obtained marks in the entrance exam conducted by the university. Students except 1st year get the scholarship based on their CGPA in the immediate semester exam. Depending on the family condition, the PRIST University course fee can also be waived off for eligible students. It may vary from 50 to 100%.
Based on merit and academic performance, some of the significant PRIST Universityscholarships offered are-
Course | Duration | Fees |
B. E. / B. Tech (PT/FT) | 4 years | INR 51,000/41,000 (first year), also varies depending on the specialization |
B. Sc. | 3 years | INR 11,000, varies with departments |
B.A. | 3 years | INR 11,000, varies with departments |
B. Arch | 5 years | INR 51,000 (first-year fees) |
B. Com. | 3 years | INR 11,000 (first-year fees) |
BBA | 3 years | INR 12,000 (first-year fees) |
BCA | 3 years | INR 20,000 (first-yearfirst-year fees) |
B.Ed | 2 years | INR 9,000 |
L. L. B (B.Com.LL.B, B.Sc.LL.B., B.Ed.LL.B) | 3 years (5 years for integrated) | INR 51,000 (first year fees) |
B. Pharm | 4 years | 30,000 INR (first-year fees) |
M.Tech (FT/PT) | 2 years | INR 51,000/41,000 (first year), varies with departments |
M.Sc. | 2 years | INR 14,000, varies with departments |
MA. | 2 years | 12,000 INR, varies with departments |
M.B.A | 2 years | INR 41,000 (first-year fees) |
MCA. | 2 years | 21,000 INR, varies with departments |
M.Phil | 1 year | INR 31,000, varies with departments |
M.Ed | 2 years | INR 10,000 (first-year fees) |
PhD | - | 30,000 INR (every year) |
Distance learning | +1 year with regular courses | Same as the regular courses |
PRIST University Puducherry offers 5 plus 2 (in collaboration with IBM) disciplines under B.Tech course. Admissions are open for full-time, part-time, and lateral candidates with different eligibility criteria. Though JEE main is one of the criteria for admission, the university conducts its test for all branches. The PRIST University fee structure for B.Tech also varies with other branches.
PRIST university M.Tech courses offer the same 5 specialization programs offered under B.Tech, in addition, tech courses are provided at the master's level too. A valid GATE score is mandatory for admission in the M.Tech for any discipline. Apart from that, they will also conduct its test during the PRIST University admission procedure.
They are recognized for offering the best Education program in several courses like Tamil, English, Mathematics, Physical Science, Biological Science, Social Science, Commerce, Computer Science, Economics, History, and Geography at Bachelor's and Master's levels. For PRIST University B.Ed. admission marks obtained in the entrance exam conducted by the University and Bachelor's/Master's Degree with at least two school subjects at the graduation level with 45% marks, while for M.Ed., a B.Ed. are considered. A degree with at least 55% aggregate is a must, along with passing the PRIST University entrance exam.
PRIST University in Masters of philosophy offers 10 courses. The basic eligibility for admission is the relevant degree at the bachelor's or Master's level with the least aggregate of 55% being accepted for admission in M.Phil at PRIST University.
PRIST University Ph.D. course offers specialized courses like Physics, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Education in which candidates can achieve their doctor's degree. Admissions for Ph.D. at PRIST are based on the entrance exam and interview conducted by the PRIST University.
PRIST University is doing excellent work in pharmacy with the collaboration of a few foreign universities. However, there is only a single course offered at PRIST University B.Pharm.
These management courses focusing on enhancing leadership, entrepreneurship, and business administration in the students are provided on both the Master's and Bachelor's levels at the PRIST University in association with its foreign collaboration.
The PRIST University offers one course under this program. For admission in B.Arch in PRIST, the candidate must have qualified the NATA. In addition to this, the PRIST University also conducts its own entrance exams to select the students under the course.
The PRIST University art and science school offer bachelor's and Master's degrees in various fields of Science and Arts like Computer Science, Physics, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Mathematics, Computer Science, Tamil, and English. In addition to this, PRIST University B.Sc Agriculture course is also quite famous.
The PRIST University LL.B courses are offered as a 3-year program for students who want to acquire a law degree after graduation. Along with it, PRIST also provides 5 years of integrated courses of law, for students willing to pursue the course after 12th, these include LL.B with B.Com, B.Sc, and BBA.
For Computer Application, the PRIST University has two courses BCA & MCA. Any candidate, who has passed 12th with chemistry/ math/ physics/ biology/ computer science, is able to pursue BCA in PRIST, while for MCA, a relevant degree in graduation is a must.
Selection Process | Depending on the course, entrance exams like JEE, GATE, NATA or CAT are needed OR Appear for the PRIST University entrance exam. |
Application Process | PRIST University applications have to be submitted by online mode on the official website. |
Application Fee & Payment Method | The PRIST University application fee is INR 1000 and can be paid online through credit card/ debit card/ net banking. |
Important Dates | The PRIST University application forms will be released recently for 2023-2024 admissions in the last week of April. |
Counseling Centers | The counseling for different courses will start from 1st week of June in PRIST University Campus. |
Documents Required |
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How to Apply | Go to the official website of PRIST University Puducherry |
Lateral Entry/ Migration | Lateral entry is allowed only for Diploma students. They have to apply in the 3rd semester of the course. |
Exams Accepted |
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Events | Dates (Tentative) |
Application form starts | 1st week of June |
Closing date of application | 4th week of June |
Entrance exam | 1st week of July |
Entrance exam result | 2nd week of July |
Merit list | 4th week of July |
Interview (Only for Ph.D) | 1st week of August |
Counseling | 3rd week of August |
To shape the social and intellectual fabric of the PRIST University campus, some extracurricular activities are routinely organized by the students' clubs to make the students job-ready and ready to face the bumpy path of survival in this world of cut-throat competition. A few of the clubs at PRIST are:
These student clubs at PRIST offer unlimited opportunities for student leadership and participation apart from classroom setup and academic program. These clubs cater to technical, cultural, social, recreational, health, and welfare needs and interests of the students of PRIST University.
Here's some annual cultural, academic, and sports fest organized in PRIST University Puducherry campus;
PRIST University does not offer chemical engineering course. It offers BSc courses under the following specialisations: Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology and Biotechnology