Ponnaiyah Ramajayam Institute of Science and Technology popularly known as PRIST University. It was established in 1985 and situated in the state of Tamil Nadu and in the city of Thanjavur. It is a deemed to be university which is approved by University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).

This is one of the best universities in the state of Tamil Nadu. The university runs UG, PG and research courses in various fields such as Medicine, Engineering, Arts, Science, Management, Technology and many more. The University has also Distance Education Programs that recognized by the Distance Education Council, IGNOU, New Delhi.  

Prist University Courses Offered

The university offers the wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate and doctorate courses in multiple specializations. The duration is different of every program. At UG level, it offers B.A, B.Tech, B.Sc, B.Com, B.LIB, BBA, BCA, B.Ed etc. At PG level, it runs, MBA, M.Tech, M.Sc, M.A, MCA, M.Ed, M.Com, M.LIB, M.Phil, Ph.D etc. Applicants are advised to check Prist University Fee Structure before applying for any of the programs.

Prist University Admission

Registration for admission to Courses offered by Prist University is done through both online and offline mode. Students who will successfully qualify the complete eligibility criteria prescribed by the university can submit their applications on the official website of university. They can also download the same from university website. Before going to apply for any program, students are advised to check Prist University eligibility criteria.

Undergraduate Courses Eligibility

To be eligible for admission to undergraduate courses, students should have passed class 12 in relevant discipline with minimum required marks from a reputed board. Except for B.Tech and B.Arch programs, admission to all courses is done on the basis of marks obtained in last qualifying exams.

• Admission to B.Tech program is based on JEE Main score or students need to appear for university entrance
• Those who wish to apply for B.Arch course should have valid NATA score/ university entrance score

Postgraduate Courses Eligibility

Applicants having a graduate degree in relevant discipline with minimum required marks from a recognized university or institute are only eligible to apply. The selection is done through merit while for some courses candidates need to appear for an entrance exam which is conducted by the university itself. The university also accepts state or national level entrance exam scores such as

• Students seeking admission to M.Tech program have to appear for an entrance exam or they should have valid GATE score
• Admission to MBA is done on the basis of valid CAT score or performance in the entrance exam conducted by the university

Prist University Placement

Prist University Placements are awarded by its placement and training cell. The cell organizes the complete placement process and provides the best placement opportunities to its students. The cell also arranges many activities to make its student's industry ready. 83% students have been successfully placed in the year 2016-17 and the highest package was 6.5 Lakh per annum. These are some of the key skill placement cell work on i.e.

• Communications skills
• Team work
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Leadership skills
• Ethics and professional moral
• Lifelong learning and information management skills

Prist University Admission 2020: Courses, Application Process, Exam Time Table, Fees

Prist University has issued notice for the admissions to their various programs offered at UG and PG levels. The basic eligibility for UG courses is to have passed 10+2. The basic eligibility for PG courses is to have a bachelor’s degree. Candidates can apply online or download the application forms from the university’s website and mail the filled application form along with a demand draft along with the application fee to the university’s office.

The admissions are based on the candidate’s merit in the qualifying degree as well as entrance test and interview conducted by the university.

Prist University B.Tech And B.Arch Admission 2020

Prist University offers various B.Tech and B.Arch courses in their 7 different campuses. The B.Tech programs are of 4 years duration and are offered in the following specializations:

• Civil Engineering
• Computer Science and Engineering
• Electrical & Electronics Engineering
• Electronics & Communication Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering (Sandwich)

For taking admission in B. Tech and B.Arch. courses candidate needs to appear for JEE main conducted on all India level. JEE main exam is conducted in the month of May every year for admission to different colleges across India. After the results are out the candidate needs to appear for the counselling session in which he/she can select the college and course.

Apart from JEE main university also conducts its own entrance test for selection in the month of May & June every year.

Prist University UG Admission 2020

PRIST University offers various UG courses in their 7 different campuses. The basic eligibility for these courses is to have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination.

University will release the merit list on the basis of marks secured by the students in the qualifying degree.

Prist University M.Tech. Admission 2020

PRIST University offers various M.Tech. courses in their 7 different campuses. The M.Tech programs are of 2 years duration, offered in the following specializations:

• Structural Engineering
• Computer Science and Engineering
• Power Electronics & Drives
• Communication Systems
• Environmental Engineering
• Manufacturing Technology
• Power System Engineering

Those candidates who want to take admission in M. Tech program are required to appear in GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) exams conducted on all India level. GATE is conducted jointly by IITs and IISC for admission in different prestigious IITs, NITs, IIITs & other colleges for M. Tech program.

Prist University MBA And MCA Admission 2020

Prist University offers MBA and MCA courses in several disciplines in its various campuses. MBA is of 2 years and MCA is of 3 years duration. The basic eligibility is to have a bachelor’s degree.

For admission to MBA, candidate needs to appear for CAT exam conducted on all India level. Apart from CAT, admission for MBA a candidate needs to appear in the entrance test conducted by the PRIST University which comprises of question based on reasoning, Mathematics, English, aptitude and general awareness. After the test candidate needs to appear for an interview and a group discussion after which he/she can confirm the admission by submitting the following documents:

• Graduation marks sheet
• Graduation certificate
• Migration
• Character certificate
• Medical certificate

PRIST University PG Admission 2020

There are many courses offered by PRIST University at the postgraduate level. The basic eligibility is to have a bachelor’s degree in the relevant field.

University will release the merit list on the basis of marks secured by the students in the qualifying degree.

Prist University Application Process 2020

Prist University follows a common application process for UG, PG courses in various specializations. In order to apply, candidates can get the application forms in person from the university’s admission office, or download the form from the university’s website. The filled in form is to be sent along with the application fee of INR 300/- for Engineering and INR 500/- for architecture courses to the following address:

The Director (Admissions)

PRIST UNIVERSITY Vallam

Thanjavur- 613403 Tamilnadu, India

Prist University Ph.D. And M.Phil Admission 2020

There are many Ph.D. and M.Phil. courses offered by PRIST University across their 7 campuses. The basic eligibility is to have a master’s degree in the relevant field.

Application Process:

The application forms can be obtained in person from the University office on payment of INR 1000/- by cash or DD drawn in favor of ‘PRIST University’ payable at Thanjavur.

 Director, Admission

PRIST University, Vallam

Thanjavur 613403

The filled in form along with the necessary documents and a DD of INR 1000/-  should be sent to the University’s main campus.

Admission Process:

The admission will be granted on the basis of Entrance Test and Interview. The test will examine research aptitude, and knowledge of the subject. At the time of interview, candidates are expected to discuss their research area.

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