Bharathiar University, a renowned university in Coimbatore, provides a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, certificate, and doctoral degrees in a variety of subjects. Bharathiar University's admission process for most undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) degrees is mostly based on qualifying examination results. An admission examination is necessary for specialised programs, such as MA, M.Sc specialisations, MCA, B.P.Ed, and M.P.Ed. Admission to the MBA and MCA programs is assisted by TANCET scores, whereas the M.Sc Biotechnology program requires results from the GAT-B or Bharathiar University admission exams.
Admission Highlights 2024
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Institution Name | Bharathiar University |
| Semester Type | Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) |
| Type of Institution | Government funded |
| Total Schools | 14 |
| Course Level | UG, PG, PG Diploma, Certificate, Doctoral |
| Courses Offered | 70+ |
| Admission Application | Online |
| Application Fee | INR 400 (Gen/OBC); INR 200 (SC/ST) |
| Admission Basis | Merit or Entrance based |
| Entrance Accepted | MBA: TANCETM.Sc/M.P.Ed./MCA: CETM.Sc Medical Biotechnology: GAT-B Entrance |
| Reservation | As per Government of Tamil Nadu Norms |
Admission to Postgraduate and Diploma Programmes
Bharathiar University offers a wide range of postgraduate programs, including MA, M.Sc, M.Com, and various certificate degrees. Furthermore, programs such as B.P.Ed, M.P.Ed, MBA, and MCA (both Regular and Lateral Entry) are accessible. The selection process combines performance in an entrance test (60%) with marks obtained in the qualifying examination up to the V Semester or II year (40%).
| Course | Specialization | Minimum Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Sc | Industrial Biotechnology | Bachelor’s degree in relevant life sciences | Entrance Test + UG Marks (up to 5th semester) |
| M.Sc | Mathematics | B.Sc. Mathematics or equivalent | Entrance Test + UG Marks (up to 5th semester) |
| M.Sc | Medical Physics | B.Sc. Physics with Mathematics and Chemistry as ancillary subjects | Entrance Test + UG Marks (up to 5th semester) |
| M.Sc | Biotechnology | UG Degree in any Life Science with 60% | Entrance Test + UG Marks (up to 5th semester) |
| M.A | English Literature | B.A. English or UG Degree with 4 Papers of Part II English | Entrance Test + UG Marks (up to 5th semester) |
| M.P.Ed | Physical Education | B.P.Ed or B.Sc. in Health and Physical Education with 50% marks | Merit-based |
| M.Sc | Statistics | B.Sc. in Statistics/Mathematics/Mathematics with Computer Applications | Merit-based |
| M.Com | Finance and Computer Applications | Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or related fields | Merit-based |
MBA and MCA Admission
Candidates for the MBA and MCA programs must have valid TANCET scores. The eligibility conditions are listed below:
- MBA: An undergraduate degree from a reputable university.
- MCA: A recognised Bachelor's degree with Mathematics or Statistics as one of the disciplines, or a three-year diploma plus degree with Mathematics or Statistics.
- MCA (Lateral Entry): Bachelor's degree in B.C.A. or B.Sc. (Computer Science/IT) with mathematics.
Selection criteria:
- MBA is based on TANCET scores and subsequent counselling.
- MCA is based on TANCET scores or university-based entry exams.
M.Phil. and Ph.D. admission
Bharathiar University provides M.Phil. and Ph.D. programs in a variety of areas. These research programs require a masters degree in a related discipline. Admission is based on a Common Entrance Test, followed by a personal interview.
| Course | Minimum Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| M.Phil/Ph.D. | Master’s degree with at least 55% marks | CET Exam + Interview |
Admission to Distance Education.
Bharathiar University also provides distance education programs at the undergraduate and postgraduate level. Admission to these programs is offered twice a year.
Undergraduate and Postgraduate Programs
- Undergraduate: B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., BCA, BBA, and B.Ed.
- Postgraduate programs include M.Sc., M.Com., M.A., MBA, MCA, and PG Diploma.
- Application process:
Calendar Year Batch: Applications are accepted from December 1 through April 30.
Academic Year Batch: Applications are accepted from May 1 to November 30.
Application Process 2024
Candidates may apply for admission either online or offline.
Offline registration.
- The application form can be obtained from the university office for INR 300 or INR 150 for SC/ST candidates by Demand Draft (DD) or Bank Challan.
- Submission: Send the completed form, including all required documents and fees, to the university's address.
Online Registration
- Application Form: Register online at the university's official website.
- Fee payment is INR 300 for general candidates and INR 150 for SC/ST candidates.
- Submission: Post the printed application form, DD, and supporting documents to the university address.
