Reviewed 7 Sept 2026Periyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education · SalemPeriyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education Fees 2026-27, Courses
Periyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education is an university in Salem, Tamil Nadu, established in 1997. It is affiliated to Periyar University. Periyar University Centre for Distance…
NIRF 56
M.Sc. Mathematics · Odl
₹5,710/year
Route: Stated for 2026-27
₹5,710 /yr
M.Sc. Mathematics · Odl · 2026-27
Overview
About Periyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education
Periyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education is an university in Salem, Tamil Nadu, established in 1997. It is affiliated to Periyar University. Periyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education offers 15 programmes, 1 at undergraduate level and 10 at postgraduate level. These include Faculty of Arts: 5 programmes (PG), Faculty of Journalism and Mass Communication: 1 programme (integrated), Faculty of Journalism and Mass Communication: 1 programme (PG), Faculty of Education: 1 programme (PG) and Faculty of Science: 18 programmes (PG), among others. Periyar University is listed by UGC as a State Public University at Salem (list dated 17.01.2024). The university's 2023-24 AQAR reports 146 full-time teachers, including 144 with Ph.D. or equivalent, and 102 research laboratories. A 2026 CDOE recruitment notice confirms activity for the 2026-27 academic year. CDOE-specific faculty are not merged into the university-wide faculty total. The parent university was established by the Government of Tamil Nadu under the Periyar University Act, 1997. The campus-facts value 4 refers to the four districts covered by the parent university, not a CDOE intake or campus count.
Courses & costs
Periyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education fees
Each amount is shown with the academic year and applicant category stated by its source.
| Programme | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| M.A. EnglishTuition · ODL Source | 2026-27 | ₹4,830per year |
| M.A. EnglishTuition · University fee 60% ₹2,462 plus Learner Support Centre fee 40% ₹1,508; ₹200 alumni fee is additionally payable with second-year PG fee. Source | 2026-27 | ₹3,970per year |
| M.ComTuition · ODL Source | 2026-27 | ₹4,830per year |
| M.ComTuition · University fee 60% ₹2,462 plus Learner Support Centre fee 40% ₹1,508; ₹200 alumni fee additionally payable. Source | 2026-27 | ₹3,970per year |
| M.C.ATuition · ODL Source | 2026-27 | ₹17,450per year |
| M.C.ATuition · University fee 60% ₹10,010 plus Learner Support Centre fee 40% ₹6,540; ₹200 alumni fee additionally payable. Source | 2026-27 | ₹16,550per year |
| M.A. EnglishRegistration · Published two-year grand total before separately stated application fee and additional admission-related/alumni charges. Source | 2026-27 | ₹8,800total course |
| M.ComRegistration · Published two-year grand total; application and separately stated additional charges are not included in this row. Source | 2026-27 | ₹8,800total course |
| M.Sc. MathematicsTuition · ODL Source | 2026-27 | ₹5,710per year |
| M.Sc. MathematicsTuition · University fee 60% ₹2,990 plus Learner Support Centre fee 40% ₹1,860; ₹200 alumni fee additionally payable. Source | 2026-27 | ₹4,850per year |
| M.Sc. MathematicsOther charges · Published two-year grand total; additional charges are stated separately. Source | 2026-27 | ₹10,560total course |
| M.B.A.Tuition · ODL Source | 2026-27 | ₹15,320per year |
| M.B.A.Tuition · University fee 60% ₹8,678 plus Learner Support Centre fee 40% ₹5,652; ₹200 alumni fee additionally payable. Source | 2026-27 | ₹14,330per year |
| M.B.A.Registration · Published two-year grand total; application and additional charges are stated separately. Source | 2026-27 | ₹29,650total course |
| M.C.ARegistration · Published two-year grand total; application and additional charges are stated separately. Source | 2026-27 | ₹34,000total course |
| M.A. Tamil / M.A. Sociology / M.A. HistoryOther charges · ODL Source | 2026-27 | ₹4,200total course |
| M.A. EconomicsOther charges · ODL Source | 2026-27 | ₹4,750total course |
| Diploma programmes (selected)Other charges · One-year total; applies to Diploma in Social Welfare Administration, NGO Management, Digital Marketing and Financial Planning. Source | 2026-27 | ₹6,000total course |
| Diploma in Tamil Journalism & ComputingOther charges · One-year total for Diploma in Tamil Journalism & Computing. Source | 2026-27 | ₹5,000total course |
| Certificate programmes (selected)Other charges · ODL Source | 2026-27 | ₹4,500total course |
| Certificate programmes (selected)Other charges · Six-month total; applies to AI & Data Analytics, Hardware & Networking and Electronics in Daily Life. Source | 2026-27 | ₹5,000total course |
| ODL first-year institutional chargesRegistration · Admission ₹200, matriculation ₹200, registration ₹150 and recognition ₹250; added with first-year fee. Source | 2026-27 | ₹800one-time |
| PG programmesOther charges · Alumni fee added with second-year PG fee. Source | 2026-27 | ₹200one-time |
| All ODL programmesOther charges · Late-payment penalty per year; maximum ₹1,000. Source | 2026-27 | ₹500one-time |
| Programme | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| M.A. EnglishTuition · Published two-year grand total before separately stated application fee and additional admission-related/alumni charges. Source | 2026-27 | ₹8,800total course |
| M.ComTuition · Published two-year grand total; application and separately stated additional charges are not included in this row. Source | 2026-27 | ₹8,800total course |
| M.A. EnglishTuition · ODL Source | 2026-27 | ₹5,710per year |
| M.A. EnglishTuition · University fee 60% ₹2,990 plus Learner Support Centre fee 40% ₹1,860; ₹200 alumni fee additionally payable. Source | 2026-27 | ₹4,850per year |
| M.A. EnglishTuition · Published two-year grand total; additional charges are stated separately. Source | 2026-27 | ₹10,560total course |
| M.B.ATuition · ODL Source | 2026-27 | ₹15,320per year |
| M.B.ATuition · University fee 60% ₹8,678 plus Learner Support Centre fee 40% ₹5,652; ₹200 alumni fee additionally payable. Source | 2026-27 | ₹14,330per year |
| M.B.ATuition · Published two-year grand total; application and additional charges are stated separately. Source | 2026-27 | ₹29,650total course |
| M.C.ATuition · ODL Source | 2026-27 | ₹34,000total course |
| M.A. EnglishTuition · Two-year grand total; applies to M.A. Tamil, M.A. Sociology and M.A. History. Source | 2026-27 | ₹4,200total course |
| M.A. EnglishTuition · Two-year grand total ₹9,550; first year ₹5,075 and second year ₹4,475. Source | 2026-27 | ₹4,750total course |
| M.A. EnglishTuition · One-year total; applies to Diploma in Social Welfare Administration, NGO Management, Digital Marketing and Financial Planning. Source | 2026-27 | ₹6,000total course |
| M.A. EnglishTuition · One-year total for Diploma in Tamil Journalism & Computing. Source | 2026-27 | ₹5,000total course |
| M.A. EnglishTuition · ODL Source | 2026-27 | ₹4,500total course |
| M.A. EnglishRegistration · Admission ₹200, matriculation ₹200, registration ₹150 and recognition ₹250; added with first-year fee. Source | 2026-27 | ₹800one-time |
| M.A. EnglishOther charges · Alumni fee added with second-year PG fee. Source | 2026-27 | ₹200one-time |
| M.A. EnglishOther charges · Late-payment penalty per year; maximum ₹1,000. Source | 2026-27 | ₹500one-time |
| M.Sc. Mathematics Source | 2026-27 | ₹5,710 |
| M.B.A Source | 2026-27 | ₹15,320 |
| M.C.A Source | 2026-27 | ₹17,450 |
| M.A. Tamil / M.A. Sociology / M.A. History Source | 2026-27 | ₹4,200 |
| M.A. Economics Source | 2026-27 | ₹4,750 |
| Diploma programmes (selected) Source | 2026-27 | ₹6,000 |
| Diploma in Tamil Journalism & Computing Source | 2026-27 | ₹5,000 |
| Certificate programmes (selected) Source | 2026-27 | ₹4,500 |
| Odl first-year institutional chargesRegistration Source | 2026-27 | ₹800 |
| PG programmesOther charges Source | 2026-27 | ₹200 |
| All Odl programmes Source | 2026-27 | ₹500 |
| M.A. EnglishListed in the cited fee schedule. Current programme availability and admissions status have not been independently confirmed. Source | ₹4,830per year |
From the sources
Placements — sourced details
| Discipline | University Source |
|---|---|
| Alumni note | A 2024-25 Periyar University stakeholder-feedback report covers 784 alumni, but it does not identify CDOE/PRIDE-specific alumni outcomes. Source |
Campus
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Programmes · intake
Programmes & intake
Faculty of Journalism and Mass Communication: 1 programme (integrated)
Faculty of Journalism and Mass Communication: 1 programme (PG)
Faculty of Education: 1 programme (PG)
Faculty of Science: 18 programmes (PG)
Faculty of Management: 2 programmes (PG)
Faculty of Commerce: 1 programme (PG)
Faculty of Social Work: 1 programme (PG)
Faculty of Energy Technology: 1 programme (PG)
Centre for Distance and Online Education: 9 programmes (PG) (Odl)
Centre for Distance and Online Education: 4 programmes (diploma) (Odl)
Centre for Distance and Online Education: 8 programmes (certificate) (Odl)
Centre for Distance and Online Education: 2 programmes (UG) (online)
Centre for Distance and Online Education: 5 programmes (PG) (online)
M.A. English
₹4,830Annual · /yr
Recognition & affiliations
Faculty & teaching
Admissions · collected information
Periyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education admissions
For regular-mode 2026-27 programmes, applicants apply online through the Periyar University website and submit the prescribed hard copy to the relevant department where required. The notification states online submission by 31 May 2026 and hard-copy submission by 10 June 2026; entrance-test dates are communicated by email/SMS and posted on the university website. CDOE ODL admissions are handled through the university's distance-education portal. Admission source
From the sources
Scholarships — sourced details
| Fee category | ODL Source |
|---|---|
| Period | per year Source |
| Fee year | 2026-27 Source |
| Component | Tuition annual Source |
| Fee set by | College Source |
| Amount (INR) | 4830 Source |
| Is estimate | No Source |
| Fee authority | University Source |
| Year of study | 1 Source |
| Programme code | All Source |
| Student category | All Source |
| Programme | M.A. English Source |
From the sources
Research — sourced details
| Discipline | University Source |
|---|---|
| Company | ONGC Source |
| Institution type | MoU Source |
| Company | NLC Source |
| Company | Green Chem Source |
| Company | Virbac Source |
| Company | SAGOSERVE Source |
| Company | TANMAG Source |
| Company | Boston India Source |
| Exam pattern | Credit semester Source |
| Teaching language | Tamil or English, depending on programme/course Source |
| Attendance min pct | 75 Source |
Same city
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Admissions reading
Helpful guides for your admission
Planning your application to Periyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education? These guides break down the fees, counselling rounds and quota routes step by step.
Reach the college
Periyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education contact details
| Address | Periyar University, Periyar Palkalai Nagar, Salem - 636 011, Tamil Nadu, India |
|---|---|
| pridedirector@periyaruniversity.ac.in | |
| Website | https://www.periyaruniversity.ac.in |
| Office bearer | Role |
|---|---|
| Dr.H.Hannah Inbarani | Director Source |
From the sources
More details
| Established | 1997 Source |
|---|---|
| Name | Periyar University Source |
| Institution type | Parent university Source |
| Same campus | Yes Source |
| NIRF rank | 56 Source |
| Ranking year | 2024 Source |
| NAAC grade | A++ Source |
| Ranking category | University Source |
| Institution type | State general university Source |
| Affiliation status | Constituent Source |
| Closes month | June 2026 Source |
| Reservation note | The regular notification states that the application fee is waived for Tamil Nadu SC, SC(A), ST and differently-abled candidates for one programme. Source |
| Centralised portal | Yes Source |
| Programme code | FAM ARTS Source |
| Name | Faculty of Arts: 5 programmes (PG) Source |
| Study level | PG Source |
| Eligibility | Relevant bachelor's degree as specified for the subject. Source |
| Intake year | 2026 Source |
| Stated cycle | 2026-27 Source |
| Awarding body | Periyar University Source |
| Approving body | Self Source |
| Duration in years | 2 Source |
| Approval status | Approved Source |
| Gender admitted | Co-educational Source |
FAQ
Periyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education FAQs
What are the fees at Periyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education?
Published annual fees at Periyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education range from ₹500 for All Odl programmes under the published quota for 2026-27 to ₹17,450 for M.C.A under the odl quota for 2026-27. Amounts are taken from the official fee sources listed on this page.
How can I get admission to Periyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education?
Applications are submitted through the official portal at https://www.periyaruniversity.ac.in/admiss.php.
What courses does Periyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education offer?
Periyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education offers 15 programmes, including Faculty of Arts: 5 programmes (PG), Faculty of Journalism and Mass Communication: 1 programme (integrated), Faculty of Journalism and Mass Communication: 1 programme (PG), Faculty of Education: 1 programme (PG), Faculty of Science: 18 programmes (PG), Faculty of Management: 2 programmes (PG) and others.
Where is Periyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education located?
Periyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education is located at Periyar University, Periyar Palkalai Nagar, Salem - 636 011, Tamil Nadu, India.
Is Periyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education recognised and accredited?
Periyar University Centre for Distance and Online Education is affiliated to Periyar University.
Sources
Verification & sources
This page cites 20 source links. Each source is linked beside the facts it supports.
- deb.ugc.ac.in — UGC DEB HEI record
- periyaruniversity.ac.in — Periyar University CDOE contact page
- periyaruniversity.ac.in — Periyar University official homepage
- ugc.gov.in · pdf — UGC Consolidated State University List
- ugc.gov.in · pdf — UGC State Universities under Section 12(B)
- deb.ugc.ac.in — UGC DEB online status
- periyaruniversity.ac.in · pdf — Periyar University 2026-27 admission notification
- pride.periyaruniversity.ac.in — CDOE 2026-27 ODL programme list
- periyaruniversity.ac.in — Periyar University online programme list
- periyaruniversity.ac.in — Periyar University admissions page
- pride.periyaruniversity.ac.in — Centre for Distance and Online Education - 2026-27 ODL Fee Structure
- periyaruniversity.ac.in — Scholarships - Periyar University, Salem
- periyaruniversity.ac.in · pdf — Periyar University Scholarship Policy
- pride.periyaruniversity.ac.in · pdf — UGC-DEB ODL Approval
- pride.periyaruniversity.ac.in — Centre for Distance and Online Education - CDOE
- ugc.gov.in · pdf — UGC DEB ODL recognition list 2025-26
- periyaruniversity.ac.in · pdf — Periyar University Twenty-Fourth Convocation notice
- nirfindia.org — India Rankings 2025: University - NIRF
- periyaruniversity.ac.in · pdf — Periyar University Annual Report 2019-2020
- periyaruniversity.ac.in · pdf — Stakeholders Feedback Analysis Report 2024-25
Reviewed by
Amrit Ashu
Lead Admission Counsellor. RV College of Engineering 2017 graduate, guiding students for admissions in Bangalore since 2017. Every figure on this page is checked against the official disclosures and sources linked beside it; admissions-office conversations are not used as citations.