Pondicherry University CUET 2026 – Complete Admission Guide for UG Programs
Pondicherry University CUET 2026
Complete Admission Guide for UG Programs
“Vers la Lumière” – Toward the Light
About Pondicherry University
Pondicherry University was established in 1985 by an Act of Parliament (No. 53 of 1985) as a Central University. With NAAC A Grade accreditation, the university has grown to serve over 20,000 students across various UG and PG programs.
Campus Locations: Main campus at Pondicherry with two off-campus centres at Karaikal (Tamil Nadu) and Port Blair (Andaman & Nicobar Islands). The university also has constituent colleges at Puducherry and Mahe.
UG Programs Offered via CUET-UG 2026
Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) – 4 Years
Bachelor of Commerce (Hons.) – 4 Years
Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons.) – 4 Years
Bachelor of Performing & Visual Arts (Hons.) – 4 Years
Bachelor of Science (Hons.) – 4 Years
B.Tech (Hons.) – 4 Years
Integrated Programs – 5 Years
Fee Structure 2025-26
Arts, Science & Humanities
₹3,000
Per Semester
₹6,000 per year for most 4-year UG honors courses
Professional Courses (B.Tech)
₹10,000
Per Semester
₹20,000 per year for engineering programs
Additional Fees
In addition to tuition, students need to pay various semester-wise fees including registration, library, laboratory, facility funds and other miscellaneous charges.
CUET-UG 2025 Cutoff Trends (General Category)
Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) Programs
Management & Commerce Programs
Important Note on Cutoffs
The cutoff scores mentioned above are from CUET-UG 2025 for General Category candidates. Cutoffs vary by category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) and are subject to change based on factors like number of applicants, seat availability, and difficulty level of CUET exam.
CUET-UG 2026 Admission Process
Register for CUET Exam
Students must register for and appear in CUET-UG 2026 conducted by NTA (National Testing Agency), usually held in May-June. Complete the exam and obtain your CUET scorecard.
Apply to Pondicherry University
After CUET results are declared, apply online at Pondicherry University’s Samarth admission portal (pondiunicuet.samarth.edu.in) for UG 4-year or 5-year programs of your choice.
Check Merit List
Pondicherry University prepares merit (rank) lists and provisional select lists based on CUET scores. Check if your name appears in the merit list for your chosen program.
Pay Admission Fee
Selected candidates must pay the admission fee online by the specified deadline to confirm acceptance of the seat. Failing to pay within the deadline will cancel your provisional admission.
Document Verification
Report in person on the specified date with original certificates for verification including 10th/12th marksheets, CUET scorecard, caste/PWD certificates (if applicable), and other required documents.
Ready to Apply for Pondicherry University 2026?
Start preparing for CUET-UG 2026 and secure your seat at one of India’s premier central universities!
Visit Admission Portal CUET RegistrationKey Points to Remember
- CUET-UG 2026 is mandatory for admission to all UG programs at Pondicherry University
- Apply for multiple programs to increase your chances of admission
- Keep checking the official admission portal regularly for updates
- Prepare your documents in advance for smooth verification process
- Pay attention to deadlines for fee payment to avoid cancellation
- Reserved category candidates must provide valid certificates during verification
