Pondicherry University has opened applications for a Special Entrance Examination for selected PG, PG Diploma and UG programmes for the 2026-27 academic year. Submit the online application by 2 August 2026, 11:59 PM IST.
At a glance
- What changed: applications are open for the university’s Special Entrance Examination for selected programmes.
- Last date to apply: 2 August 2026, 11:59 PM IST.
- Who is affected: students seeking admission to the selected PG, PG Diploma or UG programmes covered by this special entrance process.
- Where to apply: the official Pondicherry University admission portal.
Required student action
Check whether your intended programme is included in the special entrance process, then complete and submit the application through the official portal before the deadline. The university says the entrance-examination schedule will be notified separately, so do not wait for that announcement before applying.
Step-by-step instructions
- Open the official Pondicherry University Admissions Portal 2026-27 and read the special entrance announcement.
- Review the official 2026-27 information brochure for programme availability, eligibility, documents, fee and application instructions.
- Use the official Samarth application portal to select the applicable programme and fill in the form accurately.
- Upload and pay only as instructed on the official portal, then submit before 2 August 2026, 11:59 PM IST.
- Save the submitted form, payment receipt and any application number for later entrance and admission updates.
What happens if the deadline is missed?
The published portal gives 2 August 2026, 11:59 PM IST as the application deadline. Do not assume a late application will be accepted or that the university will reopen the form. If the portal or payment fails, keep evidence and use only the official university contact route promptly.
Official links
- Pondicherry University Admissions Portal 2026-27
- Special Entrance Examination application portal
- 2026-27 information brochure
FAQ
Which programmes are covered?
The announcement covers selected PG, PG Diploma and UG programmes. Check the official brochure and portal for the programme-specific list rather than assuming every programme is included.
When will the entrance examination be held?
Pondicherry University says the schedule will be notified separately. Apply by the stated deadline and monitor the official admissions portal for the examination notice.
